Helen Lopez, LMHC
Bilingual LMHC focused on practical coping skills
- English and Spanish
- CBT and DBT
- 15 years experience
About Helen Lopez
Helen Lopez is a bilingual Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who brings 15 years of clinical experience to her work with individuals facing a broad range of emotional and behavioral challenges. She earned a Bachelor of Psychology from the University of Central Florida and a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University in Sarasota, training that informs a practical, skills-based approach to therapy.
She blends cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy with client-centered techniques, solution-focused strategies, and motivational interviewing to help clients interrupt negative self-talk, build healthier coping patterns, and manage mood instability. Her practice addresses anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma histories, identity development, and self-esteem concerns, among other presenting issues.
Fluent in English and Spanish, she works with individuals to identify unhelpful beliefs, practice emotion regulation skills, and set attainable goals that align with personal values. Helen emphasizes collaboration and a nonjudgmental stance, helping clients develop practical tools for everyday life while honoring each person’s unique story and pace of change.
She blends cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy with client-centered techniques, solution-focused strategies, and motivational interviewing to help clients interrupt negative self-talk, build healthier coping patterns, and manage mood instability. Her practice addresses anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma histories, identity development, and self-esteem concerns, among other presenting issues.
Fluent in English and Spanish, she works with individuals to identify unhelpful beliefs, practice emotion regulation skills, and set attainable goals that align with personal values. Helen emphasizes collaboration and a nonjudgmental stance, helping clients develop practical tools for everyday life while honoring each person’s unique story and pace of change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Helen Lopez have?
Helen Lopez has 15 years of clinical experience.
Is Helen Lopez a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMHC credential, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details: FL LMHC MH16113.
In which languages does Helen Lopez provide therapy?
Helen Lopez provides therapy in English and Spanish.
Where is Helen Lopez located?
Helen Lopez is located in Florida.
How can I work with Helen Lopez as my therapist?
You can work with Helen Lopez through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Helen Lopez work with international clients?
Helen Lopez does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Helen Lopez 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.
Approaches and Online Care with a Licensed Therapist
Helen Lopez draws from several evidence-informed approaches to tailor care to each person’s needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression and to build practical coping skills. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, combines mindfulness with emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness skills, which can be especially helpful for mood instability, intense emotions, and relationship challenges. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns of relating formed in early caregiving relationships and helps clients develop more secure, healthy connections in current relationships.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Helen works with clients to understand their goals, preferences, and life circumstances and adapts techniques from these therapies to find the best fit. That collaboration helps shape a clear, personalized plan for change.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage in that work. Sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to access licensed professionals from home, during breaks, or while managing caregiving and work schedules. These options can make it easier to maintain consistency and to integrate therapeutic skills into daily life.