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Cynthia Wells

Cynthia Wells, LMHC

Therapist in Florida

Compassionate counselor for life changes

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Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English

  • Trauma and abuse support
  • Practical coping skills
  • Client-centered approach

About Cynthia

Cynthia Wells is a licensed mental health counselor in Florida who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and the effects of trauma and abuse. She works with clients facing grief, bipolar disorder, addictions, relationship strains, and major life changes. Cynthia focuses on practical steps you can use between sessions and on clear, compassionate conversation during them.

She tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. Sessions emphasize respect, sensitivity, and a steady pace so people feel understood and heard. Cynthia uses techniques that help with emotions, behavior, and daily coping skills.

Her approach draws from several well-known methods, including acceptance and commitment strategies, cognitive-behavioral tools, dialectical skills for emotional regulation, and client-centered ways of listening. That mix lets her address mood symptoms, anxiety, trauma responses, attention challenges, and relationship stress in practical ways.

With five years of professional experience and licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Cynthia combines focused skill-building with a warm, supportive tone. She often helps people practice new ways of responding to old patterns and tests out small changes between sessions.

People who choose her often want straightforward guidance, a calm space to talk, and concrete strategies to manage day-to-day challenges. To begin, readers are encouraged to use the site process to match and schedule a session according to their needs and timing.

How Cynthia’s Approaches Translate to Online Work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters to you and taking small, values-based actions. It helps when people feel stuck by anxiety, depression, or life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and behaviors interact and teaches practical exercises to reduce unhelpful patterns and lower symptoms. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for regulating strong emotions, tolerating distress, and improving communication when moods or reactions feel overwhelming.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Cynthia will collaborate with each client to decide which methods fit best based on goals, preferences, and how someone responds in early sessions. That way treatment can adapt over time rather than sticking to a single plan.

The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so please confirm available options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by reducing travel, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, and enabling participation from different time zones for international clients. Licensed professionals can use the approaches above to teach skills, guide practices between sessions, and discuss coping strategies in ways that fit everyday routines.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she help with?

Cynthia helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, bipolar disorder, depression, addictions, relationship and parenting concerns, and other life challenges listed in her specialties.

What is her therapy style like?

Her style is compassionate and practical, combining listening with skills practice. Sessions focus on problem-solving, emotional regulation, and real-life tools to try between meetings.

How much experience does she have?

She has five years of professional work experience as a clinician supporting people with mood, anxiety, trauma, and related concerns.

What credentials and location apply?

She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, credentialed as FL LMHC, and practices in Florida.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How are costs handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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