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Renee Lafriniere

WA LMHC LH61510164, FL LMHC MH12255
Credentials
WA LMHC LH61510164, FL LMHC MH12255
NPI Number
1083068043
Location
Florida
Languages
English
Renee Lafriniere

Accepting new clients

25 years experience
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About Renee Lafriniere

As a licensed therapist in Florida with extensive experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through life’s complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients navigate challenges like depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and personal growth. I have a deep commitment to addressing issues across diverse life stages—from young adulthood through aging and end-of-life transitions.

My therapeutic approach is compassionate and holistic, focusing on areas such as self-love, communication skills, social connections, and healing from isolation or shame. I particularly enjoy working with women, multicultural populations, and individuals experiencing significant life transitions. Whether supporting those managing mood disorders, processing grief, or exploring life purpose, I create a supportive environment where clients can develop meaningful insights and strategies for emotional wellness.

With 25 years of professional experience, I bring a nuanced, empathetic perspective to our work together. My goal is to help you understand yourself more deeply and cultivate resilience through collaborative, personalized therapeutic support.

Licenses

LMHC
MH12255
LMHC
LH61510164
LPCC
18903

Professional experience

  • Addictions
  • ADHD
  • Anger management
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Career difficulties
  • Coaching
  • Compassion fatigue
  • Coping with life changes
  • Depression
  • Family conflicts
  • Grief
  • Parenting issues
  • Relationship issues
  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

  • Aging and geriatric issues
  • Blended family issues
  • Cancer
  • Codependency
  • Commitment issues
  • Communication problems
  • Dependent personality
  • Guilt and shame
  • Hospice and end-of-life counseling
  • Isolation / loneliness
  • Life purpose
  • Mood disorders
  • Multicultural concerns
  • Postpartum depression
  • Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
  • Self-love
  • Social anxiety and phobia
  • Women's issues
  • Young adult issues

Clinical Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Languages

  • English

15 Reviews

“I felt it was easy to connect to Renee on an emotional level. This has helped me feel seen and understood .”

“I believe Renne is an experienced professional and I believe that I will be receiving the treatment, help and support that I have been needing for a very long time. I have trust and faith that Renee will help me receive the help and support that I need. Renee is a very helpful and supportive listener and was very helpful in providing me with advice and guiding me towards the right direction towards my goals.”

“She is really nice and is very good at helping you get out of unproductive thought patterns by just putting things out there very plainly. It was really nice working with her.”

“She has been incredibly helpful and inspires me to continue getting therapy.”

“Amazing amazing therapist. I thought after my first therapist I would have not found an ideal therapist. Ms. Renee helped me change that in ways words cannot describe. I am truly thankful for her. I am so greatful to have her guide me through these tough battles I am experiencing as a young adult. Couldn't have asked for better in my opinion.”

“Renee is very relatable and provides good insight.”

“Renee is an exceptional therapist. She brings a rare balance of deep empathy, clarity, and practical insight to every session. She listens carefully, asks the right questions, and creates a space that feels both safe and productive. I’ve consistently left sessions with a better understanding of myself and clear tools I can actually use. Her guidance has been genuinely impactful, and I’m very grateful for her support.”

“I appreciate the way she listened to me and gave me something different to think about, and it made sense. She gave me something different helpful tools to begin to process everything.”

“She is very helpful and insightful and solutions focused and orientated. I have enjoyed working with her and look forward to seeing myself grow with her help.”

“great listener without judgement.”

“Great listener. Provides many resources. Remains unbiased.”

“I first started chatting with Renee in 2021 and again recently after about a year and a half. She has been so helpful with giving me the tools I need to help me through some very challenging times in my life. She's extremely understanding and I truly feel comfortable talking to her about everything. It's great knowing I have someone to talk to who will genuinely be all ears and help you see the positivity when you feel like you're at rock bottom. Can't say enough great things about Renee!”

“Very helpful”

“She has greatly help me in a very short amount of time and I'm very happy I started using better help thank you Renee”

“She's been my best advocate for myself! Always having me have my own back. Very good woman and therapist”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.
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