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Cesia Gonzalez

Therapist
12 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anger management, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

My name is Cesia (Sonali) Gonzalez, and I’m a bilingual (Spanish/English) Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida. For over 20 years, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside people of all ages as they navigate life’s challenges and work toward healing. I believe you already carry the strength within you to move forward, even if it doesn’t feel that way right now. Together, we can explore your experiences, find new perspectives, and help you redefine yourself as a survivor rather than a victim of the past.

My approach to therapy

My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you feel understood, valued, and empowered to take the next steps toward healing and growth.

Methods I Use • Trauma-Informed Care – Ensuring safety, trust, and empowerment throughout the therapeutic process. • EMDR – Helping the brain reprocess and integrate distressing memories so they no longer feel overwhelming. • TFCBT – Offering structured tools to reduce the impact of trauma, build coping skills, and strengthen resilience. • CBT Principles – Identifying and reshaping unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to support healthier coping and lasting change. • Person-Centered Approach – Honoring your values, strengths, and readiness as we work toward healing. Expected Results While each person’s journey is unique, many of my clients experience: • Relief from the emotional weight of past experiences • Greater self-awareness and self-compassion • Improved relationships with the people who matter most •

A stronger sense of control, hope, and fulfillment in their daily lives Therapy is not about rushing to the finish line; it’s about walking alongside you, at your pace, to support meaningful and lasting change.

What you can expect from me

Relief from the emotional weight of past experiences • Greater self-awareness and self-compassion • Improved relationships with the people who matter most • A stronger sense of control, hope, and fulfillment in their daily lives Therapy is not about rushing to the finish line; it’s about walking alongside you, at your pace, to support meaningful and lasting change.

About me

  • I identify as
    Hispanic, Woman
  • My style is
    Affirming, Empowering, Creative

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    12 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at Northern Arizona University, Bachelor of Science at Arizona State University
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (Florida)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Florida Blue, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anger management, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Diabetes, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Positive Psychology, Trauma Focused CBT, Strategic Family Therapy, Family Focused Therapy (FFT), Behavioral, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Strength-Based, Motivational Interviewing, Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Relational, Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy (IBCT), Play, Seeking Safety
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adolescents, Adults, Children
  • Languages
    English, Spanish
  • Location
    1655 East Semoran Boulevard Suite 10
    Apopka, FL 32703