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Ariana Guevara

Ariana Guevara

LMHC

Florida

Practical, nonjudgmental support for change

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At a glance

Credentials
LMHC
License
LMHC, Florida / MH17141
Experience
9 years
Languages
English
Location
Florida

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    • Addictions and recovery
    • Relationship clarity
    • Stress and mood

    About Ariana

    Ariana Guevara is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in Florida. She helps people who are dealing with addictions, relationship strain, family challenges, eating concerns, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and major life changes. Her approach aims to make the first step feel possible and less overwhelming.

    Ariana brings nine years of clinical experience to her work. She focuses on helping people speak openly about difficult thoughts and feelings without judgment. Sessions emphasize honest conversation and practical next steps rather than complicated theory.

    She uses a blend of approaches to match each person’s needs, including Motivational Interviewing to build motivation for change, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify values and take meaningful action, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address unhelpful thinking patterns. Ariana also draws on client-centered and dialectical behavior techniques when those fit the situation.

    In the room she listens first, then helps clients set small, achievable goals. She pays attention to cultural background and blended family dynamics when they matter to treatment. Ariana can also support people facing process addictions such as gambling, exercise, or pornography concerns.

    Her style is direct but compassionate. She aims to reduce shame and increase confidence so people can try new strategies between sessions. To begin, clients use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling.

  2. How her approaches translate to online care

    Ariana commonly uses Motivational Interviewing and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in her work. Motivational Interviewing focuses on strengthening a person’s own reasons for change through guided conversation, which can help with addictions and low motivation. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify their values and take small steps toward a more meaningful life while accepting difficult feelings.

    Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. She will talk with each person about goals and preferences, then choose methods that fit their situation. That planning happens together, and goals can change as therapy progresses.

    The biography does not list specific online session formats, so please confirm the current options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and make it simpler to connect from different locations. Licensed professionals can adapt conversation-based methods like Motivational Interviewing and ACT to work well when meeting remotely.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsEating disordersCoping with life changes

    Also works with

    Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

    Additional focus areas

    Blended family issuesCodependencyDissociationMulticultural concernsProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harm

    Therapeutic approaches

    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Motivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    9+ years

    Listed in

    Florida

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What issues does Ariana focus on?

    She works with people facing addictions, relationship and family problems, eating concerns, anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, low self-esteem, and life transitions.

    What is her therapeutic style like?

    Her style is direct and compassionate. She creates space for honest conversation and helps clients set small, workable goals.

    How much clinical experience does she have?

    Ariana has nine years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and behavioral concerns.

    What credentials and region are listed?

    She is a licensed mental health counselor, LMHC, practicing in Florida.

    Are sessions offered in languages other than English?

    Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

    What session formats are available?

    Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.

    How are fees 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?

    Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session 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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