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Waynette Speakman, LMHC
Florida
LMHC - Anxiety and Stress focus
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Client-Centered methods
- DBT skills work
About Waynette
Waynette Speakman is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with 12 years of clinical experience. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, eating concerns, anger, and coping with life changes. Sessions are in English and she works with a wide range of personal and relational struggles.
She approaches work practically. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and change patterns of behavior. She also draws on client-centered techniques to keep the focus on the person's priorities and DBT skills when emotion regulation and coping strategies are needed. Treatment plans are goal-focused and action oriented.
Waynette combines present-focused strategies with an understanding of personal history and family patterns. She uses elements from Adlerian thinking to consider birth order and family dynamics without spending long periods on the past. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused tools are added to encourage small, achievable steps toward the client's goals.
In sessions she looks at concrete problems and practical ways to respond differently. That might mean learning a new coping skill, changing a daily routine, or testing a different way to talk about an issue. Her approach prioritizes measurable steps and clear goals.
People who prefer structured, skills-based work tend to find this approach useful. Before a first session she asks people to describe their main concerns so sessions can begin with a focused plan.
How her approaches translate to online work
Waynette commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to map thought patterns and test practical behavior changes. CBT sessions focus on specific actions, homework tasks, and tracking progress to reduce symptoms like anxiety or depression.She also draws on client-centered therapy, which keeps the conversation focused on the client's priorities and choices. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is used when people need concrete emotion regulation and distress-tolerance skills to handle intense feelings and crises.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the process. Waynette collaborates with each person to select which approaches make the most sense for their goals, needs, and preferences. She adapts the pace and exercises as the work progresses so clients can see what helps.
Confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Ask about session length and scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire so arrangements match your routine.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with most often?
She works with stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, self-esteem issues, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family matters, trauma and abuse, eating concerns, anger, and coping with life changes.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
CBT is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. The work focuses on specific skills and steps to change patterns that cause distress.
What is her clinical background?
She has 12 years of experience as a practicing mental health counselor and holds the LMHC credential listed for Florida.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Florida and practices from that location.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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