Jiovanna Hernandez , LCSW, CSW

Jiovanna Hernandez is a licensed Clinical Social Worker who brings four years of professional experience to her practice. She holds LCSW and CSW credentials - LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker and CSW is a Certified Social Worker - and is licensed to practice in both Colorado and Florida. Jiovanna has focused much of her work on children, adolescents, and young adults, though she has provided therapy across the lifespan and for a wide range of concerns.

Her clinical interests include helping people navigate depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, family conflict, anger, and challenges with self-esteem and motivation. Jiovanna pairs evidence-based therapeutic techniques with individualized care, adapting sessions to match each person’s needs. Whether sessions are activity-based, skills-focused, or centered on processing present-day struggles or past experiences, she meets clients where they are and supports them in building practical tools for daily life.

Jiovanna emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be explored openly. She aims to help clients gain clarity around goals, strengthen coping strategies, and move toward a more fulfilling life path, recognizing that taking the first step toward therapy is an important and courageous decision.

Evidence-based techniques delivered through online care

Jiovanna draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that are practical and goal-oriented. One approach emphasizes cognitive strategies that help identify and reframe unhelpful thoughts - these techniques can reduce anxiety and support shifts in mood by changing how situations are interpreted. Another focus is skills-based behavioral work, which teaches concrete coping tools such as stress-management practices, emotion regulation, and activities to increase motivation and confidence; these skills are often useful for depression, anger management, and daily functioning. A trauma-informed perspective informs her work with people who have past wounds, providing structured ways to process difficult experiences while building stability and resilience.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Jiovanna collaborates with each person to determine which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting methods over time as progress unfolds. The aim is to tailor treatment so it feels relevant and sustainable.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to access regular support. These formats offer flexibility for scheduling, reduce travel time, and allow people to engage in therapy from environments that feel comfortable, while still working with licensed professionals and therapists to address meaningful change.