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Mitsou Handal
LCSW

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High satisfaction rate with clients

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I help my clients confront and change the patterns that create and perpetuate their distress and unease -- including but not limited to building self-esteem and self worth. I am a strengths-based therapist whose style is non-judgmental, engaging, and interactive. I build a trusting alliance with my clients, which is the foundation from which we begin to peel the layers and delve into their concerns. My clients leave therapy not only having the skills and tools to better manage their emotions, thoughts, behaviors, and relationships but walk away with a deep sense of worthiness, self-compassion, and self-confidence. As a certified transformational life and health coach, I empower my clients to create the healthiest version of themselves (mind+body+spirit) in alignment with their truth, values, and desires. As a therapist, I believe it is important to show up authentically as a positive role model who embodies self-care, self-compassion, and healthy boundaries.

About Mitsouko

Location

Virtual, Florida

Insurance Accepted

United Healthcare, Florida Blue, Aetna, Out-of-pocket, Anthem / Out of State BlueCard

Communication Style

Action-oriented, Affirming, Authentic, Direct, Engaging

Focus areas

ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Burnout, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Family Conflict (1 adult in session), Family Therapy (2+ adults in session), Grief, Individual Therapy, Life Transitions, Self-Harm, Stress, Substance Use, Trauma, Workplace Stress

Experienced with

BIPOC, Latine Community, Parents, Students

Years of Experience

20+
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I help my clients confront and change the patterns that create and perpetuate their distress and unease.

License number

#SW9988

Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused
  • Strengths-Based

Languages Spoken

English, Haitian, Spanish

Education

MSW - Social Work, University of Chicago BA - Psychology, American University

Interests

I enjoy dancing, exercising, eating & dining out, spending quality time with family and friends, going to the beach, going for walks, watching movies & TV shows etc.