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Lia Bigelow, LMHC, LPC
Florida
LMHC LPC - Addictions and LGBT concerns
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- DBT skills
About Lia
Lia Bigelow is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 15 years of clinical experience. She practices in Florida and works with people facing addictions, LGBTQ+ related concerns, anger, coping with life changes, and executive coaching.
She focuses on clear, practical conversations about what is happening now. Sessions look at unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and test small changes that can reduce pain. Lia uses approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), client-centered methods, and other evidence-informed tools to guide these steps.
Many people seek her help for substance use and alcohol or drug problems. She also addresses issues tied to identity, including gender dysphoria and other LGBT concerns, plus related worries like HIV and AIDS. Lia helps people with strained communication, boundaries, and codependency issues.
She also works with clients facing loss, abandonment, guilt, shame, and loneliness. Practical topics such as money stress, life purpose, and caregiver burnout are part of her caseload. Lia uses motivational interviewing techniques to support readiness for change.
Her style includes exploring family of origin concerns and patterns that repeat in adult life. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills are used when impulsivity, intense emotions, or relationship problems are present. Psychodynamic ideas inform how past experiences shape present choices.
Lia speaks English and practices under her Florida LMHC and Pennsylvania LPC credentials. Before booking, confirm the current session formats offered and which will work best for scheduling and goals.
How Cognitive Behavioral and Related Approaches Work Online
CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new ways of responding. It uses short exercises, activity planning, and thought records to reduce distress and change behavior. Client-centered therapy centers on listening and reflecting so the client can find their own solutions and feel understood. DBT supplies practical skills for managing strong emotions and reducing impulsive reactions, with breathing, grounding, and communication tools taught in-session.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Lia will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, preferences, and daily life. That may mean starting with CBT exercises, mixing in motivational interviewing to build readiness, or adding DBT skills for emotional regulation.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, remove travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Some people prefer phone-only sessions when bandwidth is limited or video is difficult, while others choose a video session to practice communication skills face to face. Ask about the current session formats to pick the option that best fits your routine and goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Florida, Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address most often?
She helps people with addictions, LGBTQ+ related issues, anger, coping with life changes, and executive coaching. Additional areas include body image, codependency, and money or caregiver stress.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
She uses CBT to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to test small, practical changes. Sessions often include behavioral experiments and skill practice between meetings.
What is her professional background?
She has 15 years of professional experience working with a range of concerns from substance use to identity-related issues. Her work blends several therapeutic approaches to match client needs.
Which credentials and location apply to her practice?
She holds LMHC and LPC credentials and practices in Florida. The profile lists her Florida LMHC and Pennsylvania LPC credentials as provided.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available with her?
The biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking to know whether sessions are remote, in person, or use another format.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Check the service details for the rate that applies to your region.
What steps are involved in getting started?
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