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Dr. Ingrid Nembhard

Practical, compassionate therapy for life transitions

MD, LCSW-C, LCSW Florida

Experience
20 years in practice
Focus areas
Relationship, Family, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Ingrid

Dr. Ingrid Nembhard brings two decades of clinical practice to work with people facing relationship strain, family challenges, low self-esteem, career transitions, grief, compassion fatigue, and other life adjustments.

Background and approach

She combines practical problem-solving with a focus on strengthening the therapeutic alliance so clients feel heard while they work toward meaningful change. Ingrid's background includes both medical and social work credentials, listed as MD, LCSW-C, and LCSW, which inform a collaborative, whole-person perspective on care.

Her style centers on solution-focused and client-centered methods alongside cognitive-behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing when useful. This blend supports clients who want concrete tools for coping, clearer communication within families or partnerships, and step-by-step strategies to rebuild confidence or navigate major life events.

Based in Florida, she offers a caring, goal-oriented approach and emphasizes matching treatment to each person's goals and preferences. Prospective clients are invited to begin by completing a brief matching questionnaire and scheduling sessions according to availability.

Combining practical approaches with flexible online care

Dr. Nembhard often uses cognitive-behavioral therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop concrete skills for managing emotions and behavior, which can be useful for anxiety, low self-esteem, grief reactions, and relationship conflicts. She also draws on client-centered therapy, prioritizing empathy, active listening, and the client's own goals to create a supportive environment where the client guides the pace and focus of work.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options with each client, consider personal goals and preferences, and adapt methods over time so the work feels useful and aligned with what the client hopes to accomplish.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for busy schedules and geographic constraints. These formats make it possible to maintain momentum between appointments, access tools and coaching from home, and fit therapy into varied daily routines while working with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
She works with relationship and family issues, self-esteem, career concerns, coping with life changes, grief, coaching needs, and compassion fatigue, plus related topics such as adoption and foster care, blended family issues, cancer and caregiver stress, immigration concerns, and financial or life-purpose questions.
How would you describe her therapeutic approach and style?
Her practice emphasizes solution-focused and client-centered work with cognitive-behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing used as appropriate. The approach is collaborative and goal-oriented, aiming to identify practical steps clients can use between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 20 years of experience delivering psychotherapy and related support to clients with a range of life and relational concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
Her listed credentials are MD, LCSW-C, LCSW with licence details MD LCSW-C 33024 and VA LCSW 0904020223. She practices from Florida.
Which languages does she offer therapy in and does she accept international clients?
She provides services in English and is not currently accepting international clients.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How is cost handled for therapy with this clinician?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with her?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Also works with

GriefCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessImmigration issuesLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsSelf-loveWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

Florida, Maryland, Virginia

Languages

English