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Kathlena Reed

Kathlena Reed

LMHC

Florida

Motivational, practical care for life challenges

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At a glance

Credentials
LMHC
License
LMHC, Florida / MH21547
Experience
6 years
Languages
English
Location
Florida

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    • Motivational Interviewing
    • CBT and DBT skills
    • Addiction focus

    About Kathlena

    Kathlena Reed is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who focuses on practical, collaborative care. She uses clear communication and paced steps to help people manage stress, addiction, mood changes, and trauma.

    She draws on several structured approaches, including Motivational Interviewing to support change, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot and shift unhelpful thoughts, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotional regulation. Trauma-focused methods are part of her work when past events affect daily life.

    With six years in counseling, Reed has considerable experience in addiction and mental health settings. She has worked with people facing anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, postpartum concerns, and co-occurring substance use. Her background includes supporting those dealing with guilt, shame, impulsivity, and questions of life purpose.

    Clients can expect a calm, nonjudgmental space where the therapist listens and builds goals together. She aims for practical steps that fit into everyday life rather than abstract plans. Sessions emphasize small, achievable changes and skill practice between meetings.

    In addition to clinical work, Reed serves as a Qualified Supervisor mentoring newer clinicians. Her practice is based in Florida and conducted in English, and she frames treatment around each person’s values and readiness to change.

  2. How Motivational Interviewing and Skills Work Online

    Motivational Interviewing helps people resolve mixed feelings about change by using focused, respectful conversations. It’s useful for addiction, behavior change, and starting new routines. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, behaviors, and moods connect and teaches straightforward techniques to shift unhelpful patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, offers practical skills for managing intense emotions and reducing impulsive reactions.

    Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. Sessions typically start by identifying priorities, then try approaches in small steps so people can see what helps and what needs adjusting.

    The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available online options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It also supports practicing skills during day-to-day routines so therapy techniques can transfer into ordinary moments.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression

    Also works with

    Bipolar disorderADHD

    Additional focus areas

    Co-morbidityDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityLife purposeMood disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-love

    Therapeutic approaches

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Motivational InterviewingTrauma-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    6+ years

    Listed in

    Florida

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What kinds of problems does she help with?

    Reed helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, ADHD, and addiction concerns. She also supports issues like trauma, postpartum depression, guilt and shame, and questions about life purpose.

    How would you describe her therapy style?

    Her style is collaborative and goal-oriented, using motivational conversations and practical skills. Sessions focus on steps clients can try between meetings.

    What experience does the therapist have?

    She has six years of experience working in addiction and mental health treatment settings and has supported people with co-occurring concerns and mood disorders.

    What credentials and location are listed?

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

    Which languages are offered and can international clients join?

    Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

    What session formats are available?

    The original biography does not specify session formats; confirm current session options before booking to be sure which formats are offered.

    How is cost handled for sessions?

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

    How do I begin working with this therapist?

    Use 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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