- ACT
- CBT
- DBT
About Mardi
Mardi Mitchell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida with 25 years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, anger, relationship and family concerns, caregiving strain, and other life changes. Mardi helps people who are worn down by chronic worry or intense reactions and who want steadier day-to-day functioning.
She prefers a straightforward, client-centered style. Sessions begin by identifying the problems that cause the most trouble. Then she and the client set clear, achievable goals and track progress. That often means learning new ways to respond to anger, manage stress, or cope with loss.
Mardi uses a mix of approaches to fit what each person needs. Examples include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness-based work. She draws on practical skills like emotion regulation, values clarification, and behavior changes rather than abstract theories.
Her work often focuses on everyday life problems such as sleep disruption, career stress, addictive patterns, codependency, chronic illness, or strained relationships. She also addresses more specific themes like abandonment, forgiveness, guilt and shame, and end-of-life concerns.
Sessions are intended to be collaborative and goal-oriented. Clients leave with concrete tools to try between meetings, and sessions adjust based on what is or is not helping. People seeking clearer boundaries, less reactivity, or steadier moods may find this approach fits their needs.
How her therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Mardi often draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her work. ACT focuses on helping people clarify what matters to them and take committed action, even when unpleasant feelings arise. It can be useful for anger that feels tied to values, loss, or life changes. CBT looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It teaches practical strategies to shift unhelpful thinking and reduce reactive behaviors.She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance. DBT-based techniques give specific tools for handling intense moments, reducing escalation, and practicing calmer responses during conflict.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. She will collaborate with each client to choose methods that match their goals and daily life. That means trying strategies, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan together over time.
Session formats are not listed in the provided biography, so confirm current options before booking. When available, online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy routines, shorten a check-in when time is tight, or allow sessions without needing travel time. Many people find online meetings let them practice skills in everyday contexts and bring real-life examples into session more easily.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, anger, relationship and family concerns, caregiving strain, addictions, sleep and eating issues, and related areas.
What is her general therapy style?
She uses a client-centered approach and collaborates with clients to set clear goals and practical steps to manage emotions and behaviors.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 25 years of experience as a licensed social worker providing counseling to adults.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is an LCSW licensed in Florida and provides services from that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.