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Laguerda Isma

(she, her)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor

Accepts

Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar (Optum), Oxford (Optum), Quest Behavioral Health, and United Healthcare (Optum)

Specializes in

Anxiety and Depression

Great to meet you!

Parenting can be challenging. Every parent wants the best for their child, but mistakes happen. Is your teenager feeling off or withdrawn? I have spent my career helping young people deal with depression, anxiety, tough experiences, and issues related to being adopted from foster care. I also support those with behavioral and school-related problems like peer relationships and social skills. I enjoy working with teens to help them express themselves, manage their anger, and make good friends. I also help parents understand their children and build a stronger relationship.

A bit about my approach to therapy

In our sessions, I help clients explore the reasons behind their feelings. As a former teacher, I know that one approach doesn't work for everyone. That's why I use different methods, like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, to help your child succeed.

What you can expect from our first session

After therapy, clients can manage their emotions better and reduce unhealthy behaviors. Your child will leave therapy feeling empowered and capable of handling daily challenges. I understand that taking the first step can be tough. I am here to support you every step of the way.


Laguerda's style is

Solution-oriented
Affirming
Creative

Insurance carriers Laguerda accepts

Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Oscar
Oxford
Quest Behavioral Health
United Healthcare

More about Laguerda

MS (Master of Science) at Barry University
License type: LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (Florida)
Gender: Cisgender Female
Ethnicity: Black or African descent
Languages: English and Haitian Creole
Works with: Adolescents and Adults
More specialties: Family Issues, Stress, and Trauma
Modalities: Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Structural Family, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

Location

1031 Ives Dairy Road Suite 228 #1021
Miami, FL 33179