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Entry 164123Florida / United States

Irene Juarez

Irene Juarez, LCSW

Florida 12 years in practice

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Florida LCSW - stress and trauma focus

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  • ACT and CBT
  • EMDR integration
  • Bilingual English Spanish

About Irene

LCSW in Florida with 12 years of experience, Irene Juarez focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, coaching, addictions, relationship concerns, parenting, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and first responder issues. She is bilingual in English and Spanish. Irene works with adults who want practical help for everyday problems and job-related strain.

Irene uses straightforward talk and goal-focused work. She helps people identify what matters to them and practice actions that match those values. She relies on methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and EMDR when appropriate to the concern.

Sessions move at a steady pace. Irene encourages clients to try new skills between meetings and to notice what works. She also supports people who need guidance on career development and executive skills alongside emotional concerns.

Her 12 years in practice include work with trauma and first responder issues, which informs her approach to stress and burnout. She respects the client as the expert in their life and builds on existing strengths rather than starting from scratch.

Irene aims for clear goals and measurable steps. She asks practical questions about routines, relationships, and work demands. People meet to talk about current problems, practice skills in-session, and plan small experiments to try outside of sessions.

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How ACT, CBT and EMDR inform online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify what matters to them and take small steps toward those values. It focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck and building meaningful action. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at patterns of thought and behavior and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful habits. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress management. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing addresses traumatic memories by pairing focused processing with guided stimulation to reduce distress when memories come up.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That choice can change over time as progress is made and new challenges appear.

Confirm the current session formats before booking, as specific options are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Many people use virtual meetings to continue regular work on skills and to practice techniques between sessions.

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Areas of expertise

Also works with

Additional focus areas

First responder issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Experience

12+ years

Listed in

Texas, Florida

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What issues does she focus on?

She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions, relationship and parenting concerns, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and first responder issues.

What approach does she use in sessions?

She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and EMDR as approaches to guide work. Sessions are practical and skill oriented.

How much experience does this therapist have?

She has 12 years of professional experience working with adults on a range of emotional and work-related concerns.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with licensure in Florida, based in Florida.

Which languages are offered?

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.

Can people outside the country work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions arranged and paid for?

Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What should I do to start working with her?

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 urgent help numbers.

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