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Entry 037616Florida / United States

Star Hess-Cabarle

Star Hess-Cabarle, LMHC

Florida 10 years in practice

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LMHC - Trauma and Addictions focus

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  • CBT methods
  • DBT skills
  • Mind-body focus

About Star

Star Hess-Cabarle is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with ten years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Sessions are conducted in English and she accepts international clients.

Star combines mental health work with knowledge from a master's degree in exercise and nutrition sciences and a NASM personal trainer credential. She views mental and physical health as connected and brings that perspective into sessions. She also reports training in diversity and inclusion and uses a nonjudgmental approach in practice.

Her stated methods include Humanistic approaches, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Strategies for Self-Improvement and Change, and Seeking Safety. These techniques are used to address anxiety, depression, PTSD, and substance use disorders, among other concerns. The therapist aims to match methods to the client’s goals and situation rather than use a single fixed approach.

Star lists a wide set of focus areas beyond her main specialties. These include attachment and abandonment issues, codependency, body image, caregiver stress, communication and commitment problems, divorce and separation, domestic violence, eating and food-related issues, family of origin matters, and gender dysphoria. She also notes work related to addictions and substance use concerns.

Her practice emphasizes collaborative problem solving. New clients are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

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Using evidence-based approaches in remote sessions

CBT, or Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It breaks problems into manageable steps and helps build practical skills for anxiety, mood concerns, and unhelpful habits.

DBT, or Dialectical Behavior Therapy, focuses on learning skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication. It is often used when intense emotions and relationship patterns cause repeated problems.

Finding the best approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and choose methods together based on a client’s needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative process helps set priorities and plan sessions that feel useful.

The biography notes availability of video telehealth for remote sessions, but clients should confirm current session formats before booking. Remote work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, avoid travel time, or have shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals adapt session length and focus so therapy can fit practical routines without promising a particular outcome.

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Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

10+ years

Listed in

Florida

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include attachment issues, body image, caregiver stress, and substance use concerns.

What is the general therapeutic style?

Work is collaborative and adaptable to each person. She uses Humanistic approaches alongside CBT and DBT techniques to respond to practical goals.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has practiced in mental health counseling since 2016, totaling ten years of experience. Her background also includes a master’s in exercise and nutrition sciences and NASM personal trainer credentials.

What are her credentials and location?

She is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor, listed as FL LMHC. Her practice is based in Florida.

Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?

Sessions are offered in English. She accepts international clients.

What session formats are offered?

The original biography mentions video telehealth as a remote option. Confirm current session formats and options before booking.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting 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.

Star Hess-Cabarle

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