- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma support
- Self esteem work
About Celess
Celess Johnson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with three years of clinical experience. She works with adults who are coping with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem concerns, bipolar disorder, and depression. Sessions are presented in straightforward terms and focus on what feels most pressing for the person in front of her.
Many clients seek help when they feel stuck, unheard, exhausted, or disconnected. Johnson helps people talk through difficult emotions and develop practical coping skills. She also focuses on improving communication and building confidence over time.
Her practice emphasizes trauma-informed crisis support for people managing overwhelming feelings after difficult events or big life changes. She guides clients through steps to stabilize emotions and regain a measure of steadiness in day-to-day life. That work often includes learning ways to respond differently when old patterns of avoidance, impulsivity, or self-criticism appear.
Johnson also addresses concerns linked to relationships and attachment, such as abandonment, codependency, infidelity, and family problems. She helps people name and manage feelings like shame, guilt, emptiness, and isolation so they can make clearer choices about relationships and boundaries.
Her approach is practical and interpersonal. Sessions focus on concrete skills and clearer communication rather than abstract theory. People who are looking for guidance after a change in work, relationships, or health may find this work relevant. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How evidence-based techniques guide online sessions
Many therapists use evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on measurable changes in thinking and behavior. For example, behavioral strategies teach specific skills to manage anxiety and depression, like breaking tasks into smaller steps and practicing gradual exposure to feared situations. These methods help with day-to-day symptoms and building routine habits that reduce overwhelm.Another common approach addresses trauma by helping people track their emotional and bodily reactions, then practice grounding and coping strategies to reduce intense reactions. This can support people dealing with traumatic memories, dissociation, or emotional flooding after difficult events.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will work collaboratively to identify which techniques fit the client’s needs, goals, and preferences, and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.
Confirm the specific session formats before booking since formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - they can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins during a workday, and let people join from different locations when needed. Talk with the therapist about what practical arrangement will best match scheduling, comfort with video or audio, and daily routines.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, bipolar disorder, and depression plus related topics such as abandonment, codependency, and isolation.
How would she approach feeling stuck?
She focuses on practical coping skills and clearer communication to help people manage overwhelming feelings and regain emotional balance.
What is her background and clinical experience?
She has three years of experience as a practicing clinician and holds the LMHC credential in Florida.
How is her credential listed and where does she practice?
She is an LMHC and practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.