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Adena Broxton-Gelin

Adena Broxton-Gelin

LCSW

Florida

Change-focused LCSW who builds practical momentum

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At a glance

Credentials
LCSW
License
LCSW, Florida / SW12519
Experience
13 years
Languages
English
Location
Florida

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    • Motivation-centered
    • Skills and coping
    • Strengths-based

    About Adena

    Adena Broxton-Gelin is a Florida-licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 13 years of professional experience. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, and life transitions. Adena emphasizes a collaborative approach that starts with listening to each person’s story and identifying strengths they can use to move forward.

    She respects that clients know their own lives best and meets them without judgment. Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer thinking rather than long lectures. The goal is to build momentum toward small, meaningful changes that add up over time.

    Adena uses several evidence-informed approaches, including Motivational Interviewing to boost readiness for change, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to track and shift unhelpful thoughts, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotion regulation. Mindfulness and solution-focused techniques are woven in to help with coping and goal-setting.

    Her background includes service in the U.S. Air Force and long-term clinical work in social services. That mix gives a practical, down-to-earth style and an appreciation for structure and real-world constraints.

    People who work with Adena can expect straightforward talk, collaborative goal-setting, and tools they can use between sessions. She aims to support each person’s strengths while helping them learn new ways to manage stress and build confidence.

  2. How her approaches translate to online therapy

    Adena commonly uses Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in her work. Motivational Interviewing focuses on helping people find their own reasons to change and build readiness one step at a time. CBT looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so people can test and change unhelpful thinking. DBT teaches practical skills for managing intense emotions and improving distress tolerance.

    Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Adena will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, and then tailor methods accordingly. This means the plan can shift as needs change and new priorities emerge.

    Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. People often find that skills practice, short goal reviews, and structured exercises translate well to remote sessions, helping them use what they learn in day-to-day life.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

    Additional focus areas

    Attachment issuesCo-morbidityCommunication problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessVeteran and Armed Forces Issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    13+ years

    Listed in

    Florida

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does Adena help with?

    She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include attachment issues, communication problems, first responder issues, forgiveness, and veteran and armed forces issues.

    What is her therapy style like?

    Therapy is collaborative and practical. Sessions emphasize listening, identifying strengths, and creating small steps clients can use between meetings.

    How much clinical experience does she have?

    She has 13 years of professional experience as a clinical social worker and brings that background to her practice.

    What credentials and region apply to this therapist?

    She holds the LCSW credential and is licensed in Florida.

    Which languages are supported in sessions?

    Sessions are offered in English.

    Can international clients work with her?

    International clients are not currently accepted.

    How are costs handled?

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

    How do I begin working with this therapist?

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

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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