Jennifer Dorado, LMHC

Jennifer Dorado is a licensed mental health counselor in Florida with 17 years of experience helping people cope with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and addictions. She meets people where they are and focuses on clear, practical steps to feel less stuck. Her approach aims to help clients find strength and move toward the goals they set for themselves.

She holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Trinity International University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Florida International University. Jennifer uses straightforward, client-centered methods that respect each person’s pace and priorities. Sessions often involve identifying the source of a problem, noticing patterns, and trying simple tools to change how a person reacts to stressors.

Her work blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness practices, and motivational interviewing. That mix supports people facing life transitions, relationship problems, addictive behaviors, and mood concerns. She also addresses attachment issues, codependency, communication difficulties, and family-of-origin problems.

Jennifer emphasizes collaboration. She helps clients set realistic steps and practices to build on small gains. Over time those small changes are meant to add up to better daily functioning and clearer choices.

People who start with her can expect a calm, compassionate style and a focus on problem solving. She encourages honest conversation about what is working and what isn’t, and adjusts the plan to fit each person’s needs and goals.

How her approaches work for online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that align with their values. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and situations where someone feels stuck and unsure how to move forward.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It teaches practical skills to test unhelpful thinking and try new behaviors that reduce distress over time.

Mindfulness practices are used alongside these therapies to help people stay present and reduce automatic reactions. Mindfulness can support coping with cravings, stress, and intense emotions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each person to match methods to their goals, needs, and preferences and will adjust the plan as progress is made.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find virtual work helps them practice skills between meetings and maintain continuity of care during life changes.