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Lugannys Soto

Compassionate, practical therapy for life’s challenges

LMHC Florida

Experience
6 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Anger
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Lugannys

Lugannys Soto is a Florida-licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) who offers practical support for people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, low self-esteem, grief, relationship and family concerns, parenting challenges, career worries, bipolar disorder, and depression.

Background and approach

She also addresses related issues such as codependency, communication problems, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, isolation, and process or substance-related addictions. With six years of experience, she brings a focused, collaborative approach to help clients develop concrete coping strategies and improve daily functioning.

Her style centers on building rapport and working with clients as partners in change. Soto blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), client-centered techniques, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused work to tailor interventions to each person's priorities.

Sessions emphasize practical tools, values-guided goals, and small steps toward meaningful shifts in thinking and behavior. She practices in Florida and conducts sessions in English.

Soto offers several online formats to increase accessibility and can guide clients through a flexible, subscription-based session plan that varies with location and therapist availability.

Approaches That Guide Online Sessions

Many clients find that combining practical therapies with a collaborative relationship helps produce steady progress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, offering concrete skills for anxiety, depression, and habit-related concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages clarifying personal values and developing psychological flexibility so clients can take meaningful action even when difficult feelings remain. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and respect to create a supportive space where clients can explore needs and goals.

Selecting the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each client to understand their priorities, preferences, and goals, then tailors techniques and homework to fit what feels most useful. This partnership helps refine a plan over time if certain methods resonate more than others.

Online therapy options include live video calls, phone sessions, real-time chat, and text-based messaging, which allow scheduling to match busy lives and varying comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access consistent care from Florida-licensed professionals while keeping sessions adaptable to personal routines and needs.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she commonly address?
Soto works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, self-esteem struggles, grief, relationship and family problems, parenting, career concerns, bipolar disorder, and depression.
What is her therapeutic approach and style?
Her style is collaborative and strength-based, combining CBT, ACT, client-centered methods, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques to create practical, individualized plans.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has six years of professional experience working in mental health settings and with diverse client concerns.
Where is she licensed to practice and what are her credentials?
She is licensed in Florida as an LMHC and holds the credential FL LMHC MH18691.
Does she provide services in languages other than English or accept international clients?
Sessions are provided in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available?
Clients can work with her via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging according to their preferences.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

6+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English