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Eileen OBrien Phelps, LMHC
Florida
Florida LMHC - Depression and Trauma
See online therapy options- CBT methods
- EMDR for trauma
- Solution-focused steps
About Eileen
Eileen OBrien Phelps is a Florida LMHC with 28 years of clinical experience helping people with depression, stress and anxiety, and posttraumatic stress. She works with adults facing relationship strain, parenting stress, grief, anger, and life changes. She also supports people managing ADHD, low self-esteem, and issues connected to adoption or foster care.
She begins by listening to the current problem and what the person wants to change. Sessions focus on clear goals and simple steps to try between meetings. She draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to notice unhelpful thoughts and test new responses. She also uses client-centered methods and solution-focused ideas to build on what already works.
Eileen has long experience with trauma-related problems and uses trauma-focused tools when needed, including EMDR and mindfulness practices. That work is practical and paced to the person’s readiness. She often combines approaches so clients can learn skills, process difficult memories, and practice new behaviors in everyday life.
Her style emphasizes planning and measurable steps. People work toward specific objectives such as reducing anxious thinking, improving communication, recovering from loss, or managing mood swings. Homework and short exercises are common ways to reinforce progress between sessions.
To start, a person completes a short matching questionnaire and schedules an initial session. Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How her approaches translate to online work
Many of her methods adapt to online sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying thoughts and testing new behaviors through small exercises and homework. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and problems with daily routines. Client-Centered Therapy centers on listening and reflecting so the person can decide what matters and set goals. EMDR is a trauma-focused method that helps process distressing memories through guided procedures and may be offered when trauma work is appropriate.Choosing the right approach is part of the process. She works collaboratively with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. That means reviewing concerns, trying a method, and adjusting the plan based on what actually helps.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking so you know how she runs online appointments. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow a shorter check-in on a lunch break. Some approaches use brief skill practice between meetings, which fits well with remote appointments. Ask about format details when you schedule so sessions match your schedule and preferences.
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Experience
28+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address most often?
She works with depression, stress and anxiety, posttraumatic stress, parenting concerns, relationship and family issues, grief, anger, and ADHD.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
She uses CBT to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. Sessions include practiced skills and real-life experiments between meetings.
How many years has she been practicing?
She has 28 years of experience working with adults on mood, trauma, and stress-related concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Florida LMHC and provides services from Florida.
Does she provide sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are available for scheduling.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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