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Kathlena Reed, LMHC
Florida
LMHC - Anxiety and Addiction
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- DBT skills
- Trauma-focused work
About Kathlena
Kathlena Reed is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with six years of clinical experience. She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, depression, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. Sessions are conducted in English and she practices from a clinical framework that includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Her first aim is to map out what is causing distress in day-to-day life. She uses straightforward CBT techniques to notice unhelpful thoughts and shift patterns that keep problems going. She also draws on dialectical behavior skills to help manage intense emotions and motivational interviewing to support change when substance use or impulsivity are involved.
Reed has worked extensively in addiction and mental health settings. That experience shapes how she approaches co-occurring issues like mood disorders and drug or alcohol problems. She also addresses specific concerns such as postpartum depression, seasonal affective disorder, guilt and shame, and questions about life purpose.
In trauma work she applies trauma-focused methods aimed at reducing the hold of traumatic memories and symptoms. Her approach tends to be structured and skills-based, with clear steps and homework between sessions. She explains techniques in plain language and practices with an emphasis on safety and pacing.
As a Qualified Supervisor, she also mentors newer clinicians while maintaining a focus on evidence-informed care. Prospective clients are asked to complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first session to begin the process.
How her CBT and trauma methods are used online
Kathlena Reed uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot thought and behavior patterns that maintain stress and mood problems. CBT work online focuses on practical exercises, behavioral experiments, and step-by-step skills practice that clients can try between sessions. She also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. DBT-informed work usually involves short skills practice, tracking emotions, and learning specific coping strategies for intense moments. Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. She will work with clients to choose which methods suit their goals, needs, and preferences, adjusting pacing and techniques as progress is reviewed. The original biography does not specify which online session formats are used, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a weekly routine, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also lets therapists assign digital or printed worksheets and follow up on between-session exercises to keep work focused and practical.Areas of expertise
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, depression, bipolar disorder, and ADHD as listed in her profile.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
CBT is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to practice alternative responses. Sessions include clear exercises and steps to try between meetings.
What background and experience does she bring?
She has six years of experience in addiction and mental health treatment and has worked with co-occurring conditions and trauma-related problems.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida.
Are sessions offered in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the easiest way to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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