Therapist profile
Eileen OBrien Phelps, LMHC
Florida
LMHC in Florida - Stress and Anger concerns
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- CredentialsLMHC
- LicenseLMHC, Florida / MH6147
- NPI1386992162
- Experience28 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationFlorida
About
- Client-centered methods
- Cognitive behavioral tools
- EMDR and mindfulness
About Eileen
Eileen OBrien Phelps is a Florida LMHC with 28 years of clinical experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, and parenting strains. Her work also covers relationship and family concerns, grief, ADHD, and related areas.
She trained in the University of Maryland system at Bowie State University and draws on several well-known therapy approaches. In sessions she uses client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral techniques, EMDR, mindfulness, and solution-focused work. She aims to build on what people already do well and to set clear, practical goals.
Eileen describes therapy as a collaborative process. She talks with clients about specific problems and helps create a step-by-step plan. That plan often includes short-term strategies for handling intense feelings, and longer-term skill-building for relationships and self-esteem.
Her approach emphasizes practical skills as much as talking. For example, cognitive behavioral techniques can change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. EMDR is included for processing traumatic memories when appropriate and agreed on together.
People who come to her often want to reduce reactivity, manage work or parenting stress, or recover from past hurt. She supports clients who need help regaining a clearer sense of purpose and confidence. The work is steady and focused on what can be done now.
How sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
She commonly uses client-centered work, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and EMDR in her practice. Client-centered work means conversations focus on each person's perspective and priorities so the therapist follows the client's lead and supports their goals. CBT involves identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and practicing concrete changes to reduce stress and reactivity. EMDR is a method used to process traumatic memories when appropriate and can help lessen the emotional charge linked to past events.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Eileen will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That process can start with short-term steps and adapt over time based on how things go.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since the biography does not list specific formats. Ask which formats are currently offered and how they fit into your routine. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Discussing practical options together helps shape a plan that suits everyday life.
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Experience
28+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, parenting concerns, relationship and family issues, grief, ADHD, and related topics.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is collaborative and practical. She focuses on concrete steps, skills, and short-term goals alongside deeper work when needed.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 28 years of experience as a practicing clinician.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds the LMHC credential and is based in Florida.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Confirm current session formats before booking so you know whether in-person or remote options are offered.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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