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Cathleen Menda, LMHC

Compassionate Florida LMHC for life transitions
  • Trauma informed care
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Flexible session options

About Cathleen Menda

Cathleen Menda is a Florida-licensed mental health professional with 12 years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, family conflict, trauma and abuse, and depression. As an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - she draws on a range of therapeutic approaches to address challenges such as compassion fatigue, grief, parenting concerns, anger, self-esteem struggles, career transitions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and coping with life changes. Her practice also attends to related concerns including abandonment, attachment issues, chronic illness and pain, caregiver stress, communication and control issues, and end-of-life or hospice-related needs.

She approaches therapy with an emphasis on creating a nonjudgmental, open space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed honestly. Cathleen encourages clients to take the step toward support and collaborates with them to explore goals, build coping skills, and process difficult experiences. Her work blends practical strategies with reflective, client-centered attention so people can find clearer paths forward in relationships, mood, and daily functioning.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepressionCompassion fatigue

Also Specializes In

GriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Cathleen Menda have?

Cathleen Menda has 12 years of professional experience.

Is Cathleen Menda a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details: FL LMHC MH11975.

In which languages does Cathleen Menda provide therapy?

Cathleen Menda provides therapy in English.

Where is Cathleen Menda located?

Cathleen Menda is located in Florida.

How can I work with Cathleen Menda as my therapist?

You can work with Cathleen Menda through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Cathleen Menda work with international clients?

Cathleen Menda does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Cathleen Menda cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, empathetic space where the client’s own goals and values guide the work. This approach helps people explore feelings, improve self-understanding, and strengthen decision-making around relationships and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, uses practical strategies to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-informed method for processing traumatic memories and reducing their emotional intensity; it can be helpful for people who are working through trauma and abuse.

Determining the best approach is part of the therapeutic process. Cathleen collaborates with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals and adjusts methods over time so therapy fits what the person is trying to achieve. Licensed professionals and therapists can combine elements of these approaches to tailor care.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how sessions are delivered - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - so people can access support in ways that fit their schedules and comfort levels. For many, remote sessions make it easier to maintain consistency, manage logistics, and continue therapeutic progress during life transitions.

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