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Edgar Pena

Supportive therapy focused on practical change

LMHC Florida

Experience
10 years in practice
Focus areas
Addictions, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English, Spanish

About Edgar

Edgar Pena is a Florida-licensed LMHC with ten years of clinical practice helping people navigate concerns such as addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, stress, anxiety, grief, bipolar challenges, and major life changes.

Background and approach

He approaches work with warmth and a focus on collaboration, aiming to build an atmosphere where clients can speak openly about thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment. Edgar emphasizes practical strategies alongside emotional understanding so clients can find concrete ways to cope and grow.

Grounded in client-centered principles, his style blends empathy with structured techniques drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and emotionally-focused approaches to help clarify patterns, shift unhelpful thinking, and strengthen emotional connections. He offers care in both English and Spanish and is available to international clients.

Edgar encourages those ready to pursue a more fulfilling life to take the first step, offering steady support through the process of change and recovery.

Blending proven approaches with online flexibility

CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical exercises and skill-building, which can help with anxiety, depression, stress, addictive patterns, and coping with life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a nonjudgmental, empathetic relationship in which the therapist reflects and supports the client's own process of self-discovery and decision-making. Emotionally-Focused Therapy helps people explore and reorganize emotional responses to improve how they relate to themselves and others, which can be useful for relationship struggles and processing trauma.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to determine which combination of methods best fits their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time as progress and priorities evolve. This partnership helps tailor sessions to what feels most useful and relevant for the individual.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for scheduling and allowing people to access therapy from different locations. These options can make it easier to maintain consistency, try different session rhythms, and integrate therapeutic techniques into daily life while working with licensed professionals who guide the process.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
Edgar works with a range of issues including addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, stress, anxiety, grief, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.
What is the general therapeutic approach and style?
The practice combines client-centered listening with structured methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and emotionally-focused techniques to blend empathy with practical tools for change.
How long has this clinician been practicing?
The clinician brings ten years of professional experience in therapeutic work.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
He is licensed as an LMHC in Florida with credential FL LMHC MH10529.
Which languages are available for sessions and can international clients participate?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish, and international clients are accepted.
What session formats does the therapist offer?
Clients can choose video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging for appointments.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies based on location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with this therapist?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English, Spanish