Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky, LCSW

  • Florida
  • FL LCSW SW12551
Not accepting new clientsVerified 11 hours agoInternational clients
  • 15 years experience
  • English, Spanish
  • BetterHelp network
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Open 2 of the last 30 days

Live availability history

Open on 2 of the last 30 days

Last checked Oct 9

When Yuridia 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 2 days, waitlist or full on 28 days. Most recent check, Oct 9: waitlist or full.

Days available

2/30

every one of the last 30 days checked

Availability forecast

Yuridia has been open to new clients on 2 of the last 30 days.

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About Yuridia

As a licensed therapist in Florida, I bring 20 years of compassionate experience supporting individuals through complex life challenges. My approach is deeply rooted in understanding the unique experiences of each person, with specialized expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, stress, and life transitions. I am dedicated to creating a supportive, affirming space where clients can explore personal growth, heal from past experiences, and develop stronger self-understanding. My practice focuses on a wide range of concerns, including couple's therapy, relationship dynamics, self-esteem, depression, trauma recovery, anxiety, and stress. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I help clients navigate challenging emotions, improve communication, and build resilience. I am committed to honoring each individual's journey, offering culturally responsive and empathetic support that respects diverse experiences and identities. Whether you're struggling with life changes, relationship challenges, or personal growth, I'm here to walk alongside you with genuine care and professional guidance. Together, we can work towards healing, empowerment, and meaningful transformation. Read more Show less

What Yuridia helps with

Specialties and approaches

Specializes in

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changesAddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoachingADHD

Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyGottman MethodImago Relationship TherapyJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Also experienced with

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

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