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Luz - Estelle PuenteLCSW
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Hello, I’m Luz-Estelle Puente, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with a personalized, empathetic approach. My practice is eclectic and integrative, drawing from evidence-based modalities to create custom treatment plans. I use my Empathic-Responsive, Client-Focused method with CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, and mindfulness to foster resilience, build clarity, and create meaningful, lasting change.
About Luz - Estelle
Location
Virtual, Florida
Insurance Accepted
Florida Blue, Centivo, United Healthcare, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Aetna, Out-of-pocket, Anthem / Out of State BlueCard
Communication Style
Calming, Empowering, Engaging, Mindful, Warm
Focus areas
Animal Loss, Anxiety, Burnout, Caregiver Burnout, Depression, Grief, Individual Therapy, Life Transitions, Relationship Concerns (1 adult in session), Sleep, Stress, Workplace Stress
Experienced with
Geriatric clients, Neurodivergence, Veterans
Years of Experience
25+
Hello, I’m Luz-Estelle Puente, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with a personalized, empathetic approach.
License number
#SW21124
Approaches
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Harm Reduction
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
Education
Education: New York University, Silver School- Master Social Worker; MSW- Graduate Degree
City University of New York, York College, New York, B.A., Psychology - Undergraduate Degree
Licensures: Florida State LCSW–QS Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Qualified Supervisor)- Active
New York State; LMSW, LCSW- Licensed Clinical Social Worker- Active
Interests
I enjoy gardening, classical music, meditation, cooking, and spending time with my family and friends.