Prof. Florence Chichester, LMHC
Compassionate guidance for healing and growth
- Depression and anxiety
- Relationship and family
- Life transitions support
About Prof. Florence Chichester
Prof. Florence Chichester is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York with more than 15 years of experience guiding people through complex emotional challenges. She focuses on support for depression, anxiety, relationships, and personal growth, and brings particular sensitivity to women's issues, life transitions, and multicultural concerns. Her work often addresses workplace stress, family dynamics, trauma recovery, and the search for life purpose, helping clients identify patterns and build practical skills for daily living.
Using a holistic, person-centered orientation, Prof. Chichester emphasizes empowerment, self-compassion, and clearer communication as foundations for long-term change. She creates a respectful environment where individuals can explore emotions, strengthen resilience, and overcome barriers to fulfillment. Her practice integrates attention to both emotional experience and concrete coping strategies so that insights lead to actionable steps.
Clients working with Prof. Chichester can expect a collaborative process that honors each person’s unique story while focusing on measurable progress. She guides people through transitions and supports recovery from trauma and loss, aiming to foster healthier relationships, improved self-esteem, and a renewed sense of direction.
Using a holistic, person-centered orientation, Prof. Chichester emphasizes empowerment, self-compassion, and clearer communication as foundations for long-term change. She creates a respectful environment where individuals can explore emotions, strengthen resilience, and overcome barriers to fulfillment. Her practice integrates attention to both emotional experience and concrete coping strategies so that insights lead to actionable steps.
Clients working with Prof. Chichester can expect a collaborative process that honors each person’s unique story while focusing on measurable progress. She guides people through transitions and supports recovery from trauma and loss, aiming to foster healthier relationships, improved self-esteem, and a renewed sense of direction.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Prof. Florence Chichester have?
Prof. Florence Chichester has 15 years of experience.
Is Prof. Florence Chichester a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details: NY LMHC 001830.
In which languages does Prof. Florence Chichester provide therapy?
Prof. Florence Chichester provides therapy in English.
Where is Prof. Florence Chichester located?
Prof. Florence Chichester is located in New York.
How can I work with Prof. Florence Chichester as my therapist?
You can work with Prof. Florence Chichester through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Prof. Florence Chichester work with international clients?
Prof. Florence Chichester does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Prof. Florence Chichester 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 for Online Care
Prof. Florence Chichester draws on several established approaches to tailor online sessions to each person's needs. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationship patterns shape present-day connections and helps people understand and reshape how they relate to others, which can benefit those working through intimacy, abandonment, or family issues.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, unconditional acceptance, and the client’s own capacity for growth. It supports building self-esteem, clearer communication, and personal empowerment by centering the person’s experience rather than imposing directives.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools for identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It is often used to address anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes through skills-based work and goal-setting.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Prof. Chichester works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and circumstances, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.
Online sessions through video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging increase flexibility and make it easier to access consistent care. These options allow clients to schedule appointments that fit their lives and continue therapy through transitions, while working with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor their approach to individual needs.
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