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Astrid Pena Perez

Therapist(She/her)
3 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Anger management
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I’m a warm, down-to-earth therapist who truly cares about helping you feel understood and supported. I create a safe, judgment-free space where you can be yourself and talk openly about what’s going on. As a bilingual therapist, I work with individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, and life changes. My goal is to help you feel more confident, balanced, and connected in your everyday life.

My approach to therapy

My approach is personalized because no two people are the same. I combine practical tools with deeper emotional work to help you understand your patterns and create real, lasting change. I often use techniques like CBT, mindfulness, and insight-based therapy, but always tailor sessions to what works best for you. Most importantly, I focus on building a genuine connection so you feel comfortable and supported every step of the way.

What you can expect from me

Your first session is all about getting to know you in a relaxed, welcoming space. We’ll talk about what’s been going on, what you’d like help with, and what you hope to get out of therapy. There’s no pressure to share everything at once, you can go at your own pace. By the end, you’ll have a clearer sense of how I can support you and what working together will look like.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Hispanic, Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Empowering, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    3 years of experience
  • Training
    MS (Master of Science) at University of Miami
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (Florida)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Anger management
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Trauma, PTSD, Transgender issues
  • Therapy methods
    Trauma Focused CBT, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Narrative Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English, Spanish
  • Location
    10689 Southwest 88th Street
    Miami, FL 33176