Giovanna Agostinelli , LMHC, LCMHC

Giovanna Agostinelli is a licensed mental health counselor practicing in Florida and Utah. She holds the credentials LMHC and LCMHC, which are professional licenses to provide mental health counseling, and brings eight years of clinical experience working in a variety of settings.

She has supported individuals and families across the lifespan and from diverse cultural backgrounds, addressing concerns such as trauma and abuse, anxiety and depression, stress, relationship and family difficulties, sexuality and gender identification, codependency, parenting skills, and other life transitions. Giovanna prioritizes multicultural sensitivity and adapts therapeutic work to reflect each person's background and needs.

Her clinical work often draws on cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma-informed methods, along with mindfulness-based stress reduction techniques and Nurturing Parenting strategies. When appropriate and requested, she incorporates faith-based or Christian interventions into treatment. Giovanna offers a personalized, compassionate approach so that each person receives a plan tailored to their circumstances and goals.

She provides flexible session formats including messaging, phone sessions, live chat, and video sessions to accommodate varying schedules and preferences. Giovanna approaches therapy as a collaborative process and values being a supportive witness to clients' growth and resilience.

Integrating Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on helping people clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. It is useful for managing anxiety, stress, and patterns that get in the way of living a valued life.

Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns in close relationships and emotional responses. This approach can be helpful for those struggling with attachment issues, relationship difficulties, abandonment concerns, or parenting challenges.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns through practical skills and exercises. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, and stress management.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Giovanna works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to determine which methods best fit each person's goals, needs, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility by enabling sessions through video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, access care from different locations, and maintain continuity of support when life changes occur.