Lydia Antonatos
Bilingual Florida LMHC focused on anxiety and mood concerns
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About
Lydia Antonatos is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with 15 years of experience in human services and mental healthcare. She holds a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University and is a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. Her background includes work with crisis lines, social services, community clinics, non-profit organizations, and hospital-based outpatient programs.
Lydia specializes in supporting adults who are managing anxiety, depression, chronic stress, low self-esteem, mood disorders including bipolar conditions, anger, addictions, and relationship concerns. Additional focus areas listed in her practice include body image, co-morbidity, panic disorder, process and substance addictions, and multicultural considerations. She provides services in both English and Spanish.
Her clinical approach blends Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to tailor work to each person’s needs. Lydia offers online telemedicine appointments and indicates she is accepting new telemedicine clients. Her practice emphasizes collaborative planning and practical strategies aligned with the issues identified by the individual.
Lydia specializes in supporting adults who are managing anxiety, depression, chronic stress, low self-esteem, mood disorders including bipolar conditions, anger, addictions, and relationship concerns. Additional focus areas listed in her practice include body image, co-morbidity, panic disorder, process and substance addictions, and multicultural considerations. She provides services in both English and Spanish.
Her clinical approach blends Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to tailor work to each person’s needs. Lydia offers online telemedicine appointments and indicates she is accepting new telemedicine clients. Her practice emphasizes collaborative planning and practical strategies aligned with the issues identified by the individual.
- Location:
- Florida, United States
- Years Experience:
- 15
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English, Spanish
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Anger management, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Addictions, Relationship issues, Body image, Communication problems, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Phobias, Self-love, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: FL LMHC MH17334
- NPI Number: 1790328144
- License: LMHC (Florida)
Telemedicine options and therapeutic style
Lydia provides remote sessions using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Those options are intended to allow individuals to choose a format that fits their communication preferences. Scheduling and session structure are discussed directly with the person seeking services.Her work integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to explore thought and behavior patterns, Mindfulness Therapy to build present-moment awareness and distress tolerance, and Client-Centered methods that prioritize the individual’s perspective. Solution-Focused Therapy is used when brief, goal-oriented conversations are a good match. Together these approaches offer both skills-based work and a collaborative space for identifying immediate goals and longer-term priorities.
Prospective participants can expect a collaborative process that draws on structured techniques and person-centered listening. The use of video, phone, chat, or text allows flexibility in how sessions are conducted while keeping the therapeutic focus on the areas identified by the individual.
What is Lydia Antonatos's professional background?
She has 15 years of experience in human services and mental healthcare, including roles with crisis lines, social services, community clinics, non-profits, and hospital-based outpatient programs.
What credentials does she hold?
Lydia is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) and is identified with license FL LMHC MH17334. She also holds a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling and is a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional.
Which languages does she use in sessions?
She conducts therapy in English and Spanish.
Where is her practice based?
Lydia is based in Florida.
How can people work with her remotely?
Remote communication options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
Does she accept international clients?
No. This profile indicates she is not accepting international clients.
What does it cost to work with her?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire as described in the profile information.