Ginna Downing
Practical cognitive therapy for real life
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About
Ginna Downing is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor practicing in Florida with 11 years of clinical experience. She holds Florida licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a credential that qualifies her to provide professional counseling in the state (license MH14706).
She offers counseling to clients across diverse ages and cultural backgrounds and has worked with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, loss and separation, relationship issues, parenting difficulties, caregiving conflicts, and challenges balancing work and home life.
As a primarily cognitive therapist, she helps clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and replace them with more effective ways of thinking that support personal goals. Her approach emphasizes dignity and respect, and she strives to build a collaborative therapeutic alliance in which she partners with clients to pursue the outcomes they want.
Ginna checks messages mid-morning and mid-afternoon seven days a week, so initial contacts are typically returned the same day or by the following day at the latest. She looks forward to discussing how to work together to achieve clients' personal goals.
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- Location:
- Florida, United States
- Years Experience:
- 11
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Anger, Coping with life changes, Parenting, Self esteem, Stress, Anxiety
Other areas of experience: Addictions, Aging and geriatric issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Commitment issues, Compassion fatigue, Divorce, Family, Family of origin issues, First responder issues, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Pregnancy, Relationship, Relationship, Separation, Trauma and abuse, Veterans, Women’s issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: FL LMHC MH14706
- NPI Number: 1265187827
- License: LMHC (Florida) #MH14706 exp 2027-03-31
Is Online Therapy the Right Choice for Your Mental Health Journey?
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One major benefit is flexibility. Clients can connect with a therapist using the method that fits their circumstances and comfort level - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which makes it easier to integrate therapy into a busy schedule.
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Overall, online therapy offers a flexible, accessible way to pursue mental health support for many common concerns, while preserving the core elements of effective therapeutic work.
How much experience does Ginna Downing have?
Ginna Downing has 11 years of experience providing therapy services.
Is Ginna Downing a licensed therapist?
Yes. Ginna Downing is a licensed therapist in Florida and holds the Licensed Mental Health Counselor credential, license MH14706.
In which languages does Ginna Downing provide therapy?
Ginna Downing provides therapy in English.
Where is Ginna Downing located?
Ginna Downing is located in Florida.
How can I work with Ginna Downing as my therapist?
You can work with Ginna Downing by phone, video, live chat, or messaging.
How much does therapy with Ginna Downing cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button, complete a short questionnaire to help match you with a therapist, and then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging depending on availability.