Desarae Herard , LMHC

Desarae Herard helps people reclaim a sense of control by offering clear feedback and practical support for a variety of life challenges. She approaches each person with compassion and empathy, meeting them where they are and tailoring interventions and strategies to fit their unique circumstances. Her work emphasizes skill building so individuals can cope with setbacks and pursue healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Originally from the Northeast, Desarae relocated to Jacksonville in 2002 to begin her undergraduate studies. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Jacksonville University in 2006 and completed a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling at Capella University in 2011. Desarae is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), a credential that authorizes her to provide clinical counseling services in Florida. She also holds national certification as a National Certified Counselor and serves as a Qualified Supervisor in Florida, roles that reflect additional training and supervisory experience.

Desarae has worked in a wide range of settings and with people at different stages of life, developing experience with both crisis situations and everyday challenges. Her core aim is to support positive personal growth and to help individuals move toward their full potential.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Sessions

Desarae often draws on Client-Centered Therapy, an approach that prioritizes empathy and a nonjudgmental stance so clients can explore their experiences at their own pace. This method is helpful for people seeking greater self-understanding, improved self-esteem, and stronger interpersonal connections.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical approach that identifies unhelpful thoughts and patterns and teaches skills to change them. CBT tends to be useful for addressing anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself, and Desarae collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors interventions and adjusts strategies over time so therapy remains relevant and effective for the individual.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats allow licensed professionals and therapists to offer consistent, ongoing support while making it easier for clients to access care from home, during breaks, or from other convenient locations.