Dedra McIntosh, LCSW
- Florida
- FL LCSW SW25455
Accepting new clientsVerified 11 hours ago
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Open 29 of the last 30 days
Live availability history
Open on 29 of the last 30 days
When Dedra was open to new clients. We re-check the BetterHelp listing once a day and record what it said, whichever way it went.
Availability over the last 30 days: open to new clients on 29 days, waitlist or full on 1 day. Most recent check, Nov 2: accepting new clients.
Days available
29/30
every one of the last 30 days checked
Availability forecast
Dedra has been open to new clients on 29 of the last 30 days, including today.
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About Dedra
As a licensed therapist in Florida, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients heal from trauma, manage anxiety and depression, and develop stronger interpersonal relationships. With a deep commitment to culturally responsive care, I create a compassionate space where we can together explore your unique experiences and challenges. My therapeutic approach focuses on building self-love, addressing communication barriers, and working through feelings of guilt and shame. I understand the profound impact of attachment issues and caregiver stress, and I'm dedicated to guiding clients toward emotional resilience and personal growth. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I aim to empower individuals to reconnect with their inner strength, heal from past wounds, and cultivate healthier, more fulfilling life patterns. Every client's journey is sacred, and I'm honored to walk alongside them with empathy, respect, and genuine care. Read more Show less
What Dedra helps with
Specialties and approaches
Specializes in
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
Approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapySystemic Therapy
Also experienced with
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues