Renee Lafriniere , LMHC, LPCC

Renee Lafriniere is a licensed therapist in Florida who brings 25 years of clinical experience to her work supporting people through life’s emotional challenges. She focuses on helping clients manage depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, career transitions, addictions, trauma, parenting struggles, and the emotional demands of aging and end-of-life issues. Her practice also addresses a range of related concerns including communication problems, codependency, mood disorders, and the effects of isolation or shame.

Renee’s style is compassionate and client-centered, emphasizing empathy, respect, and collaboration as clients explore self-understanding and practical strategies for change. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and develop concrete skills to cope with stress and mood challenges. Renee also attends to the whole person, supporting social connection, communication skills, and a sense of purpose across different stages of life.

Holding the credentials LMHC and LPCC, Renee is trained and licensed to provide professional mental health services - LMHC denotes Licensed Mental Health Counselor and LPCC denotes Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. With a history of working with multicultural populations, women, and individuals facing major life transitions, she aims to create a respectful, goal-oriented therapeutic partnership that helps clients build resilience and meaningful change.

Therapeutic approaches and online therapy with Renee Lafriniere

Renee commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a respectful, empathetic space where clients lead the pace and focus of the work. This approach prioritizes listening and validation to help people gain insight, strengthen self-compassion, and improve interpersonal connections. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is another core method she employs - it involves identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and learning practical skills to reduce anxiety, manage depression, and cope with stress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapy process, and Renee collaborates with each person to determine what fits best. She reviews goals, preferences, and life circumstances with clients and adapts strategies over time so the work stays relevant and effective.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and varying comfort levels. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care from different locations and to access licensed professionals in ways that fit everyday life.