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Valerie Johnson-Cardoso

FL LMHC MH5690
Credentials
FL LMHC MH5690
NPI Number
1194098004
Location
Florida
Languages
English
Valerie Johnson-Cardoso

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30 years experience | Counselor of Color | Intl Clients Welcome
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About Valerie Johnson-Cardoso

I have worked as a mental health counselor for over 30 years. My locations of employment are Florida and Pennsylvania. I have worked in Residential Mental Health and Residential Substance Abuse. I was a school teacher for 16 years teaching students with learning differences, emotional issues, autism and developmentally delayed (adults, teens and children). While working as a a teacher I had a private practice in the evenings and weekends. I have knowledge in the area of Religious trauma syndrome and faith transitioning. In Pennsylvania. I worked in homes and day treatment facilities with children and adults. There were people of all ages during my private practice and working for agencies.

There are different ways to address issues for each of us. What works for one may not work for another. Working as a team helps us all to deal with our issues to make our lives more peaceful and calm. There are many times we can make a few changes in our life to acquire these. Life is a journey. We have the opportunity to learn ways to cope with our lives. Change is a process on our journey. Many times we have control only of our actions and our response to these changes. Our critic can be our worst enemy and can be relentless in beating us up. Our critic was educated from childhood. My goal for my life for quite some time has been to disarm my critic and love myself.
I am looking forward to working to build trust and make it safe environment for you to express your feelings without feeling judged.

Licenses

LMHC
MH5690

Professional experience

  • Addictions
  • ADHD
  • Anger management
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Career difficulties
  • Compassion fatigue
  • Coping with life changes
  • Depression
  • Eating disorders
  • Family conflicts
  • Grief
  • Intimacy-related issues
  • LGBT
  • Parenting issues
  • Relationship issues
  • Self esteem
  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

  • Abandonment
  • Aging and geriatric issues
  • Antisocial personality
  • Attachment issues
  • Autism and Asperger Syndrome
  • BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
  • Blended family issues
  • Body image
  • Cancer
  • Caregiver issues and stress
  • Co-morbidity
  • Codependency
  • Commitment issues
  • Communication problems
  • Control issues
  • Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
  • Dependent personality
  • Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
  • Divorce and separation
  • Domestic violence
  • Drug and alcohol addiction
  • Eating and food-related issues
  • Emptiness
  • Family of origin issues
  • Family problems
  • Fatherhood issues
  • First responder issues
  • Forgiveness
  • Gender dysphoria
  • Guilt and shame
  • HIV / AIDS
  • Hoarding
  • Hospice and end-of-life counseling
  • Impulsivity
  • Infidelity
  • Intellectual disability
  • Isolation / loneliness
  • Jealousy
  • Life purpose
  • Midlife crisis
  • Money and financial issues
  • Mood disorders
  • Multicultural concerns
  • Narcissism
  • Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
  • Panic disorder and panic attacks
  • Paranoia
  • Personality disorders
  • Phobias
  • Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
  • Post-traumatic stress
  • Postpartum depression
  • Pregnancy and childbirth
  • Prejudice and discrimination
  • Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
  • Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
  • Self-harm
  • Self-love
  • Sex addiction
  • Sexual assault and abuse
  • Sexuality
  • Smoking / vaping cessation
  • Social anxiety and phobia
  • Traumatic brain injury
  • Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
  • Women's issues
  • Workplace issues
  • Young adult issues

Clinical Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Imago Relationship Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

  • English

15 Reviews

“Val is simply the best!!!”

“Passionate, caring, easy to talk to, a good listener, offers good advise. Always helps be see myself in a more positive and loving way”

“My therapist it's absolutely phenomenal. <br /> She has helped me through so much. Help me set goals for myself. Assure me how to deliver my goals and anything else that comes to mind. I am truly grateful.”

“Ms Valerie has been such a bright spot in my life! She listens carefully and responds with thoughtfulness and care. I feel comfortable sharing all aspects of my life with her and look forward to our sessions.”

“Valerie is a very supportive and easy to talk to. She has been a tremendous help to overcome severe difficulties and anxiety. I can without a doubt say I trust her deeply and she is very professional and her experience speaks volumes. Big Yes.”

“Val is a beacon of light and joy. I always look forward to our sessions. Val has helped me through a difficult loss and I cherish her advice and guidance”

“Great first meeting with Valerie, she's knowledgeable, understanding and easy to connect with. I will continue to use her for the future. 5+stars, grateful for this experience. Thank you!”

“A beautiful soul with lots of knowledge, encouragement, and guidance. I would highly recommend Valerie!”

“I had the pleasure of working with Valerie Johnson-Cardoso for relationship counseling, and it has been an incredibly transformative experience. Valerie creates a warm and welcoming environment that immediately puts you at ease. Her communication style is both compassionate and direct, which helped me and my partner address our challenges head-on.<br /> <br /> Valerie has a unique ability to listen deeply, understand the dynamics at play, and offer insights that are both practical and insightful. She doesn’t just focus on individual issues but also emphasizes how both partners contribute to the relationship. This approach helped us not only understand each other better but also taught us effective communication tools to navigate conflicts.<br /> <br /> Her guidance has been invaluable in strengthening our connection, improving how we handle disagreements, and learning to appreciate each other’s perspectives. Valerie’s professionalism, patience, and expertise have made a significant difference in our relationship. We left each session feeling more connected and with a clearer path forward.<br /> <br /> I highly recommend Valerie Johnson-Cardoso to anyone seeking support in their relationship. Her expertise and genuine care make her an outstanding therapist, and we’re incredibly grateful for her help.”

“Good therapist!”

“Val is a life saver. Very patient. Very kind and wonderful. I gotta say also- she has gained my trust too, which is sometimes hard for me.<br /> <br /> Thank you, Val.”

“Val is the best. So attentive and offers great, personalized advice. I absolutely love chatting with her! She has helped me through a difficult loss and I really appreciate all she does. <br /> HIGHLY recommend”

“Val is an absolute joy to work with, so caring considerate and compassionate in all areas of concern, I highly encourage all who have a chance to connect with her!”

“Working with Valerie has been an incredibly positive experience. She is compassionate, attentive, and truly understands how to provide a safe space for personal growth. From our very first session, I felt heard and supported, and her thoughtful insights have helped me navigate challenges with clarity and confidence. Valerie's approach is both professional and warm, and her guidance is tailored to meet my specific needs. I genuinely look forward to our sessions and am so grateful for her impact on my life. If you're looking for a patient, understanding, and effective therapist, I wholeheartedly recommend Valerie!”

“Good job!”

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