Tisela Viera

Compassionate, practical support for life's transitions

LCSW Florida

Experience: 10 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English, Spanish

About Tisela

Tisela Viera is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Florida with a decade of clinical experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, grief, depression, trauma, and major life changes.

Background and approach

She helps clients identify practical coping strategies and reconnect with sources of meaning and resilience while addressing specific concerns such as chronic illness, pain, cancer-related challenges, and post-traumatic reactions. Her work also touches on relational and identity-related issues including communication problems, family of origin dynamics, guilt and shame, and multicultural concerns.

Tisela combines evidence-informed methods to tailor care to each person's needs, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside acceptance-oriented and narrative approaches. She emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental atmosphere where clients are invited to explore emotions, reframe unhelpful patterns, and build skills for day-to-day living.

Sessions may include motivational techniques and solution-focused work to set achievable goals and track progress. Bilingual in English and Spanish, she holds the Florida LCSW credential (FL LCSW SW13844) and offers several online session formats to fit different schedules and preferences.

How evidence-informed approaches translate to online therapy

CBT helps people identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors by teaching practical skills for managing symptoms like anxiety, depression, and social fears. Sessions often focus on concrete exercises and homework to practice new ways of thinking and responding.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages clients to notice difficult feelings without getting stuck in them and to clarify personal values that guide meaningful action. This approach can be especially useful for coping with chronic health concerns, grief, and persistent stress.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with clients to explore which methods align with their goals, preferences, and current challenges, adjusting techniques over time to best support progress.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for people with busy schedules or mobility limitations. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care when life is unpredictable and can allow for more frequent check-ins or different pacing as needed.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

Tisela works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and coping with life changes, as well as related issues like chronic pain or illness, communication problems, and post-traumatic stress.

What is the general therapeutic style and approach?

Her practice emphasizes an open, non-judgmental space using approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, narrative techniques, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused strategies to fit individual needs.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 10 years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including chronic illness, loss, and mood or anxiety-related issues.

What are her credentials and where is she licensed?

She is a licensed clinical social worker with the Florida credential FL LCSW SW13844 and provides services based in Florida.

In which languages can sessions be held and are international clients accepted?

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish, and she is not accepting international clients at this time.

Which session formats are available for online work?

Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.

How is scheduling and cost handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; exact pricing depends on those factors.

What are the first steps to begin working together?

To get started, 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, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Depression Coping with life changes

Additional focus areas

CancerChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shame Isolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English, Spanish