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Hillary Gonzalez

Hillary Gonzalez, LCSW

Florida

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Life Changes

  • Person-centered
  • Strengths-based
  • Emotional regulation

About Hillary

Hillary Gonzalez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida with eight years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, and major life changes. Hillary also helps people who are dealing with chronic illness, caregiver stress, grief, aging concerns, and questions about life purpose.

Hillary practices from a person-centered, strengths-based perspective. She focuses on helping people notice their existing strengths and use them to manage emotions and everyday challenges. Sessions emphasize clear goals and practical steps rather than abstract theory.

In the room she encourages open, direct conversation about what is most pressing. That can mean learning tools for emotional regulation, practicing ways to communicate needs, or pacing through difficult transitions. She often works with people coping with long-term health issues, end-of-life concerns, and the stresses that come with caregiving.

Hillary pays attention to cultural context and how identity affects stress and decision making. She addresses substance use concerns, isolation and loneliness, and relationship communication problems from a practical viewpoint. Life purpose is one of the topics she helps people think through when they are unsure what comes next.

Her approach is intended to be collaborative and grounded. New clients typically start by identifying a few short-term goals and then work on skills and steps to meet them. Hillary practices in Florida and offers services in English.

Approaches for direction and day-to-day coping

Hillary works from person-centered and strengths-based ideas. Person-centered work means the conversation follows the client’s priorities and goals, with the therapist asking questions and reflecting to help people clarify what matters. Strengths-based work means identifying skills and resources a person already has and using them to handle stress, transitions, or decisions.

She also uses practical techniques for emotional regulation. These are concrete strategies to reduce overwhelming feelings and build steadier responses to anxiety, anger, or grief. Such techniques are often helpful for coping with chronic illness, caregiver burnout, and ADHD-related stress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the process. The therapist and client will discuss needs, goals, and personal preferences and then try methods that fit. This is collaborative - expect adjustments over the first few sessions as the pair find what helps most.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find remote sessions help fit therapy into work or family routines, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. If you need clear information about formats and scheduling, check the session options when you begin the matching questionnaire.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionGender dysphoriaHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMulticultural concernsPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

8+ years

Listed in

Florida

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she address?

She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, ADHD, and coping with life changes. Additional concerns include chronic illness, caregiver stress, aging, substance use, and life purpose.

How would she describe her therapeutic style?

She uses a person-centered, strengths-based approach that emphasizes practical skills and goal-setting. Sessions focus on building emotional regulation and communication skills.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has eight years of experience working with adults across mental health and medical-related concerns. That experience includes supporting people through grief, caregiving, and chronic illness.

What are her credentials and where does she practice?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Florida and practices there. Sessions are offered in English.

Can I work with her from another country?

She does not accept international clients. Sessions are provided to people located in Florida.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on your location.

How do I begin a first session?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session. That process starts the matching and booking steps.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.

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