Cely Gonzalez, LMHC
Florida LMHC supporting meaningful life changes
- Warm collaborative approach
- Focus on practical skills
- Support for families
About Cely Gonzalez
Cely Gonzalez is a Florida-licensed mental health counselor (LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor) who brings three years of clinical experience to her practice. She has supported people facing depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, parenting concerns, career obstacles, ADHD, and the effects of physical or emotional trauma, working with clients across a broad age range from school-age children to older adults.
Her counseling style is warm and interactive, rooted in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She avoids stigmatizing labels and focuses on understanding each person's story before shaping a plan of care. Cely draws on evidence-informed techniques such as cognitive-behavioral strategies, solution-focused methods, psychodynamic ideas, humanistic principles, and behavioral modification tools, adapting conversations and interventions to the specific needs of each client.
Cely emphasizes collaboration and empowerment, helping clients identify goals and practical steps toward more fulfilling daily life. She welcomes the courage it takes to seek change and offers steady support as clients explore new ways of coping, relating, and thriving.
Her counseling style is warm and interactive, rooted in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She avoids stigmatizing labels and focuses on understanding each person's story before shaping a plan of care. Cely draws on evidence-informed techniques such as cognitive-behavioral strategies, solution-focused methods, psychodynamic ideas, humanistic principles, and behavioral modification tools, adapting conversations and interventions to the specific needs of each client.
Cely emphasizes collaboration and empowerment, helping clients identify goals and practical steps toward more fulfilling daily life. She welcomes the courage it takes to seek change and offers steady support as clients explore new ways of coping, relating, and thriving.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careAntisocial personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMoney and financial issuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Cely Gonzalez have?
Cely Gonzalez has 3 years of experience.
Is Cely Gonzalez a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details: FL LMHC MH17039.
In which languages does Cely Gonzalez provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Cely Gonzalez located?
She is located in Florida.
How can I work with Cely Gonzalez as my therapist?
You can work with Cely Gonzalez through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Cely Gonzalez work with international clients?
Cely Gonzalez does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Cely Gonzalez cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and committing to actions that support a meaningful life. It is often useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions when someone wants to move toward what matters despite discomfort.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. It is commonly used for depression, anxiety, ADHD-related challenges, and coping with mood shifts.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist follows the client's lead, offering empathy and support while the client explores goals and solutions. This approach can help with self-esteem, relationship concerns, and personal growth.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Cely works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to access a licensed professional from varied locations and schedules. These formats support consistent care and allow clients to choose the communication style that feels most comfortable and practical for their life.