Mentoria Hutchinson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Florida with 18 years of experience in therapy and case management. She has worked with people facing a broad range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, grief, poor impulse control, low self-esteem, parenting problems, stress and anger management, addiction, and survivors of physical, emotional, and sexual abuse.

Once a clinical foundation is established, she draws from several therapeutic modalities depending on the presenting issue, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, and general psychotherapy. She also uses an integrated approach when appropriate.

Her academic training began with an Associate of Arts degree in Psychology from Okaloosa Walton Community College, followed by a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Florida A&M University and a Master’s degree from Florida State University. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida, license number SW15781.

Mentoria’s clinical experience spans inpatient and outpatient settings. She has managed a halfway house for women with dual diagnosis and directed a specialized program for teenage girls and boys that included both individual and group counseling. Her background also includes work in a state hospital in Georgia and in community-based care.

She is known for being a good listener who is caring, sensitive, and open minded, and her therapeutic style is warm and interactive. In addition to the credentials, experience, and supervised hours required for licensure, she draws on a lifetime of experience and practical wisdom. She believes everyone should be treated with respect and dignity, tailors therapy and treatment plans to meet individual needs, and is committed to supporting and empowering those she works with.