- Stress and anxiety
- Life transitions
- English and Spanish
About Ana-Maria
Ana-Maria Medina is a Florida LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) with seven years of professional experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, and issues around self-esteem and bipolar disorder. She also addresses life changes and questions about life purpose. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
She focuses on practical conversation and clear goals. Ana-Maria listens to what matters to each person and uses that to shape sessions. People can expect straightforward discussion about current struggles and steps to manage them. She adapts the approach as problems shift over time.
Her background includes several years supporting people through major life transitions. That work has included coping with postpartum depression, fertility and fatherhood concerns, immigration-related stress, and workplace problems. She also addresses guilt, shame, isolation, and issues tied to prejudice or discrimination.
Ana-Maria pays attention to how relationships and money concerns affect daily life. She talks through family problems, infidelity, and young adult challenges in practical terms. The focus is on finding workable ways to reduce distress and improve day-to-day functioning.
Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. International clients are accepted, and logistics vary by location. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session via the platform.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions fit
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques are used to address symptoms and practical problems. One common method focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them against real situations, which can reduce anxiety and low mood by changing how people interpret events. Another technique works on building specific coping skills and daily routines to manage mood swings, stress, and the demands of life transitions.Choosing the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will talk through goals, listen to what feels most relevant, and try methods that match the client's needs and preferences. Adjustments are made over time based on what helps most in real life.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking because formats were not specified in the biography. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into busy schedules by removing commute time and allowing appointments during breaks or from different locations. Online work can also make shorter check-ins easier and offer options that better match day-to-day life while the therapist and client decide what works best together.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Florida, Washington
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem struggles, bipolar concerns, and coping with life changes, plus related topics like life purpose and workplace problems.
How does she approach feeling stuck or directionless?
Her approach emphasizes practical conversation and clear goals. Sessions focus on current problems, manageable steps, and adjusting the plan as needs change.
How much professional experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional work experience as a counselor.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LMHC and is licensed in Florida.
Does she work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions billed?
Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and cost varies with location.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.