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Lena Longmire Lyons

FL LMHC MH17211
Credentials
FL LMHC MH17211
NPI Number
1922737410
Location
Florida
Languages
English
Lena Longmire Lyons
15 years experience | Counselor of Color

About Lena Longmire Lyons

I am licensed in Florida with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, bipolar disorder, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Licenses

LMHC
MH17211

Professional experience

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

Additional Focus Areas

  • Abandonment
  • Aging and geriatric issues
  • Antisocial personality
  • Autism and Asperger Syndrome
  • Blended family issues
  • Body image
  • Caregiver issues and stress
  • Commitment issues
  • Communication problems
  • Control issues
  • Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
  • Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
  • Divorce and separation
  • Family problems
  • First responder issues
  • Forgiveness
  • Guilt and shame
  • Impulsivity
  • Isolation / loneliness
  • Jealousy
  • Life purpose
  • Midlife crisis
  • Mood disorders
  • Multicultural concerns
  • Postpartum depression
  • Prejudice and discrimination
  • Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
  • Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
  • Self-harm
  • Self-love
  • Social anxiety and phobia
  • Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
  • Women's issues
  • Workplace issues
  • Young adult issues

Clinical Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Languages

  • English

14 Reviews

“Lena is the best therapist I’ve ever had (I’ve had multiple) and I absolutely trust her.”

“We felt instantly comfortable to go deeper and felt heard and understood and like we each had someone on both of our team”

“Much love for Lena. She’s the best.”

“She’s the best”

“Truly the best therapist I’ve ever had”

“Great listener and relates to you. God is behind her and I like that”

“Omg she is amazing. I was hesitant about talking to someone about personal matters but I feel like I am talking to a very wise and fun aunt. I knew I wanted to try therapy and had concerns on who I would be paired up with but that was no problem at all. I appreciate everything she does for me. I always feel good and relieved after speaking with her. She is respectful and kind and I appreciate that a lot.”

“Amazing and supportive though simple exercises and thoughtful listening.”

“Lena is a great communicator with the patience to listen while you try to figure out your thoughts. She makes therapeutic suggestions to allow an individual to work through one situation at a time and at their own pace. Lena has control over her body language and facial expressions so you don't feel awkward sharing vulnerabilities. I love how she is professional yet down to earth even when recording the conversation to stay on topic. She's really good!”

“She provides practical, applicable supports that help me see things in a different way. I appreciate our sessions.”

“She’s very understanding and great at directing your compass in life. Has a place for God in her heart meaning she has a lot of Gods understanding! You will love her!”

“Lena has been an excellent therapist for me! She listens intently and asks questions that really make you think deeply and provides appropriate and applicable activities to help me process my situation. I highly recommend her!”

“Lena has been a great support. She listens to what I say and what I don't say. She knows when to push and when to ease up because I'm not ready to deal with an issue. My family has noticed a difference in me since I started working with Lena. I am now able to articulate how I'm feeling without becoming overwhelmed with emotions. I have also learned how to set boundaries with others and myself. I would recommend Lena as a therapist.”

“Lena helped me so much in dealing with what Im going through right now. Not only she gave me different perspectives so I see the full picture, she also gave me assignments that I really loved doing! Thank you Lena! My 1st ever therapy experience is an amazing one because of you ❤️”

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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