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Jay Ortiz

Therapist
14 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Bipolar disorder, Depression
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

With over 15 years of experience supporting clients of all ages and backgrounds, my approach is warm, calming, and welcoming. You will always receive deep empathy and unwavering support for the challenges you face. However, my commitment to your growth means I also provide honest, direct feedback—giving you the truth and what you need to hear, rather than just what you want to hear.

My approach to therapy

My foundational approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). However, I tailor my methods to fit your unique needs, often integrating person-centered, existential, and solution-focused techniques to create a highly personalized and effective treatment plan.

What you can expect from me

My goal is to help you gain a deeper understanding of your unique challenges, boundaries, and realistic solutions. Together, we will equip you with the tools and knowledge you need to make empowering choices. You deserve to be happy, and that journey begins with you!

About me

  • I identify as
    Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Hispanic, Black or African descent, Cisgender Man
  • My style is
    Empowering, Solution Oriented, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    14 years of experience
  • Training
    MS (Master of Science) at Nova Southeastern University, BA (Bachelor of Arts) at The University of South Florida
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (Florida)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Ascension, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Cigna, Devoted Health Medicare Advantage, Florida Blue, Humana Medicare Advantage, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Bipolar disorder, Depression
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, OCD, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD, Transgender issues
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Psychoanalytic, Psychotic Disorders, Trauma Focused CBT, Experiential, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Structural Family, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Exposure Response Prevention, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English, Spanish