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Lisa Hernandez

Therapist · Florida

Lisa Hernandez

LMHC

Florida LMHC - Stress and Life Purpose

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Experience
6 years
Based in
Florida
Sessions
Online
Languages
English, Spanish
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma recovery
  • Family conflict

About Lisa

Lisa Hernandez is a Florida LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) with six years of clinical experience. She works with adults who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about what comes next. Her main concerns include stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem struggles, trauma and family conflict, and she lists life purpose among her focus areas.

She helps people talk through painful past events such as abuse or domestic violence and the ongoing effects of immigration stress. Conversations often cover abandonment, shame, and body image concerns. Lisa also addresses relationship strains like communication problems, infidelity, and jealousy as they affect day-to-day life.

Sessions tend to be collaborative and practical. Lisa listens for patterns that keep someone stuck and then introduces straightforward ways to test different responses. She works with clients to build clearer boundaries, improve communication, and reduce strong mood swings or impulsive choices.

Her experience includes supporting people from multicultural backgrounds and young adults navigating identity and social anxiety. Lisa works in both English and Spanish and draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide work on mood disorders and disruptive emotional behaviors.

Clients can expect a focused process that attends to immediate symptoms while also looking at longer-term goals like developing self-understanding and a clearer sense of purpose. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the site.

License and NPI on record

LMHC
Florida · MH22188

As listed on the therapist's profile. A license can be checked with the state board, and an NPI with the national NPI registry.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentBody imageCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

6+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English, Spanish

Approaches for navigating stuckness and change

Lisa uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms and life challenges. One common approach focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that drive anxiety and depression; this involves setting small, testable goals and noticing what changes. Another approach centers on processing the effects of trauma and abuse through structured conversation and coping skills to reduce intense reactions and improve day-to-day functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques fit best based on needs, goals, and what feels workable in daily life. That may mean trying a practical skill for a few weeks, then shifting to a different method if needed.

Confirm current session formats before booking so you know what is offered. Online sessions can make it easier to schedule therapy around work, family, and travel. They also let people choose shorter check-ins when time is tight or avoid video when bandwidth is limited. These options can help therapy fit into an everyday routine without requiring major changes to your day.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she work with?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, trauma and family conflict. Life purpose and related concerns are also listed among her focus areas.

How does she approach someone feeling stuck?

Her style is collaborative and practical; she looks for patterns that keep someone stuck and introduces concrete ways to try new responses. Work often focuses on communication, boundaries, and managing strong emotions.

What is her clinical background?

She has six years of experience working with diverse adults, including people from multicultural backgrounds and young adults dealing with identity and social anxiety.

Where is she licensed and based?

She is a Florida LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and practices in Florida.

What languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions paid for?

Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I start a first session?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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