- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
- Client-centered work
About Lydia
Lydia Antonatos is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with 15 years of experience. She works with adults dealing with anxiety, depression, chronic stress, low self-esteem, anger, life transitions, and addictions. Lydia speaks English and Spanish and has experience supporting people from Hispanic and Latinx backgrounds.
She spent years working on crisis lines, in social services, community clinics, non-profits, and hospital outpatient programs. That range of experience means she is used to short-term problem solving and longer term work. Sessions focus on practical steps a person can try between meetings as well as talking through what led to current difficulties.
Lydia uses client-centered methods that keep the person's priorities first. She also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and change patterns that feed anger, anxiety, or low mood. Mindfulness techniques are used to help notice triggers and reduce reactivity in the moment.
Solution-focused approaches are offered when someone wants to set concrete goals and track progress quickly. Lydia combines these methods based on what the person wants to accomplish. The work is collaborative and goal oriented, with attention to cultural background and practical life demands.
People seeking help with anger will find direct tools for recognizing triggers, practicing new responses, and addressing related problems like impulsivity, shame, or relationship strain. For those navigating substance use, mood disorders, or panic, sessions include strategies drawn from evidence-based practices and real-world experience.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on the person's priorities and what matters most to them. Online sessions let the therapist listen closely, reflect what is said, and help people set practical goals for handling anger, stress, or relationship strain. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions link together. In an online session CBT is used to identify unhelpful thinking, practice new coping responses, and assign short exercises to try between meetings. Mindfulness therapy teaches noticing bodily sensations and triggers without immediately reacting. Online meetings provide a setting to learn simple attention and breathing practices and to discuss where those techniques fit into daily routines.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which approaches fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That choice can change over time as progress and challenges become clearer.
Session formats were not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online care can make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. These practical benefits can help people maintain consistent work on anger, mood, or anxiety without promising a specific outcome.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to anger?
She helps adults with anger alongside issues like anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, mood disorders, and addictions. Work can include recognizing triggers, reducing reactivity, and improving communication.
What therapeutic style does she use?
She blends client-centered therapy with cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness techniques. Solution-focused methods are used when clients want concrete goals and short-term progress.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of experience in human services and mental health settings. Her background includes crisis lines, social services, community clinics, non-profits, and hospital outpatient programs.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida. The credential listed is FL LMHC.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking as formats were not specified in the biography. Please check the platform or contact the service to verify how sessions are delivered.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the plan selected.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process will guide you to set up the first appointment.