Helen Lopez , LMHC

Helen Lopez is a bilingual mental health professional who provides therapy in both English and Spanish. As an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - she brings 15 years of clinical experience to her work with people facing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship and family concerns, and challenges related to identity and trauma. She has helped individuals address issues such as negative self-talk, low self-esteem, mood instability, substance use, and the effects of past abuse.

Helen blends several evidence-informed methods to tailor treatment to each person. She regularly uses cognitive behavioral therapy to explore and reshape unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and dialectical behavior therapy to teach skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance. Her practice also draws on client-centered principles and motivational interviewing to support clients as they identify goals and find their own motivation for change. Solution-focused techniques are used to highlight strengths and build practical steps toward desired outcomes.

Known for a practical, empathetic approach, Helen works with people navigating grief, addiction, parenting and family transitions, intimacy and relationship issues, and life changes. Her style emphasizes collaboration, helping clients build insight and coping strategies that fit their daily lives. Helen’s bilingual skills support Spanish-speaking clients who prefer to work in their native language.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support and Growth

Helen uses several structured approaches that translate well to remote sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps clients identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression and improve daily functioning. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, focuses on building practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for mood instability and relationship challenges. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns of relating that developed in early relationships and supports clients in forming healthier connections and addressing intimacy or abandonment concerns.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Helen works with clients to understand their goals, preferences, and life context, and she adapts techniques so the plan fits each person’s needs rather than forcing a single method.

Online therapy with a licensed professional offers flexibility - sessions can occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy schedules, manage ongoing commitments, and maintain continuity of support during life transitions.