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Sallie Trecek, LMHC
Florida
Licensed Mental Health Counselor - Stress and Anxiety
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Solution-focused methods
- Mindfulness tools
About Sallie
Sallie Trecek is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with 28 years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, self-esteem struggles, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. She also focuses on veteran and multicultural issues. Sallie uses practical, goal-focused conversations to help people find clearer options when life feels stuck.
Sallie’s style is straightforward and problem-focused. She listens closely, helps sort concerns, and looks for small steps that make daily life easier. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) appears in her approach as a way to notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. She also draws on client-centered ideas and solution-focused techniques to keep work concrete and usable.
Her background includes many years working in schools and community settings, which shaped how she guides people through transitions and parenting hurdles. This experience influences how she explains things and sets realistic goals. Mindfulness tools are part of her toolkit when slowing down and noticing reactions helps reduce stress.
Sallie prefers short, practical exercises and clear planning rather than long theoretical talks. Sessions tend to focus on specific problems, skill practice, and step-by-step changes that fit everyday life. She encourages clients to experiment with new responses and then review what worked.
Her approach is collaborative: she helps people name a goal, pick techniques to try, and evaluate progress. For someone who wants structured, hands-on work to change thoughts and habits, Sallie offers direct guidance and concrete options to try.
How Sallie uses structured approaches in online sessions
Many of Sallie’s methods are practical and skill-based, which fits well with remote work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress when someone wants clear steps to change thinking and action. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes careful listening and building a respectful working relationship. It helps people clarify goals and feel heard while choosing next steps.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Sallie will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques to try first, based on goals and what feels manageable. She checks progress and adjusts plans as needed so sessions stay practical and relevant.
The original biography does not list specific online formats. Confirm current session options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Remote sessions also let people use mindfulness practices and CBT exercises in their normal routines, which can help turn small changes into lasting habits.
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Experience
28+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
Sallie works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship issues, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and life transitions. She also notes a focus on veteran and multicultural concerns.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is pragmatic and goal-focused, using clear steps and exercises. She emphasizes listening, sorting problems, and trying small, practical changes.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She brings 28 years of professional experience to her work.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in Florida.
Are sessions offered in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.
Which session formats are used?
The biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies by location, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin working together?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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