Cynthia Yzaguirre, LMHC

Cynthia Yzaguirre is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Florida with 22 years of clinical experience. She centers sessions on the person in front of her and focuses on practical ways to shift thoughts and everyday habits. Cynthia aims to help people set clear goals and build small, steady changes that improve daily life.

In sessions she uses client-centered conversation to understand what matters most to each person. She also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy to spot and change unhelpful thinking patterns. Dialectical behavior therapy skills may be introduced to manage intense emotions and improve coping.

Her background includes long experience as a counselor and educator, which shapes a teaching style that is direct and supportive. Cynthia encourages clients to speak openly without judgment and to try strategies between sessions that reinforce progress.

People come to her for many issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting concerns, grief, addiction-related challenges, sleep and eating issues, career stress, and coping with life changes. She also offers focused help around ADHD, trauma and abuse, and compassion fatigue.

Cynthia works collaboratively to tailor approaches to each person’s needs. She helps clients break larger problems into manageable steps, track small wins, and build habits that last. The focus is on clear, usable tools that make everyday life easier and more satisfying.

How therapeutic approaches shape online work

Cognitive behavioral therapy is a practical method that looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behavior. It involves identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing small behavior changes to improve mood and function. This can be especially useful for anxiety, depression, and habit shifts.

Dialectical behavior therapy teaches specific skills for managing strong emotions, tolerating distress, and improving interpersonal effectiveness. Sessions often include skills practice and small homework tasks to try between meetings, which helps with impulsivity, anger, and relationship strain.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Cynthia will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals and preferences. She will explain options, try techniques, and adjust plans based on what helps most.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when that suits your day, and reduce travel time. Many people find that regular, accessible sessions help them practice new habits and keep momentum between meetings.