Cynthia Yzaguirre , LMHC

Cynthia Yzaguirre is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with 22 years of experience. As an LMHC - a credential that denotes professional training and state licensure in mental health counseling - she works with individuals and families across a broad range of concerns, including relationships, grief, parenting, anger, self-esteem, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, bipolar disorder, and many other life challenges.

Cynthia draws on established therapeutic methods such as Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), the Gottman Method, and Mindfulness Therapy to tailor care to each person she meets. She aims to match approaches and strategies to the specific needs and goals of those she works with, adapting techniques to help clients build insight, practical skills, and healthier patterns over time.

Her practice emphasizes collaborative goal-setting and skill development so clients can move toward meaningful change. Cynthia encourages honest expression without judgment and supports people through sessions that may sometimes feel challenging but are directed toward growth. She is accepting new clients and provides therapy in English for individuals located in Florida.

Cynthia welcomes the opportunity to work together on personal goals and life transitions, offering steady guidance and practical strategies to help clients develop greater self-awareness, resilience, and direction.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, empathic relationship in which the therapist follows the client's lead to explore personal goals and values. This approach supports self-esteem, decision-making, and coping with life changes by emphasizing the client's own resources and insights.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change unhelpful patterns of thinking and behavior. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and many everyday challenges by teaching practical skills to reframe thoughts and alter responses.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT can be especially helpful for managing intense emotions, impulsivity, anger, and relationship difficulties by offering concrete tools to navigate difficult moments.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Cynthia works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into a busy life, continue support across transitions, and access licensed professionals from home or work.