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Leonardo Custidiano , LMHC

LMHC specializing in family, addiction, and trauma care
  • Bilingual English and Spanish
  • Family and addiction support
  • Trauma informed care

About Leonardo Custidiano

Leonardo Custidiano is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with seven years of experience working across community and residential settings. He has worked in a residential program supporting adults coping with mental illness and substance use, delivered family counseling for parents and teenagers facing behavioral challenges, and now provides family counseling and prevention services to households involved with the Department of Children & Families. These roles have given him direct experience addressing domestic violence, trauma, parenting concerns, life transitions, addictions, and coping with mental illness.

He uses an eclectic, integrative approach that adapts to each person’s needs. Leonardo can apply cognitive behavioral techniques when symptom relief is a priority and draw on psychodynamic principles when exploring deeper roots of emotional distress. Relationship quality is a central focus in his work, and he balances attention to present-day functioning with respectful consideration of personal history when it affects current life.

Goal setting and practical strategies are woven into therapy so clients can track progress and build coping skills. He offers services in English and Spanish, and his training and hands-on experience inform a flexible, client-centered practice that aims to meet the varied challenges of addiction, family conflict, trauma, mood concerns, anxiety, and related issues.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesAnger management

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesGriefSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsImmigration issuesImpulsivityPersonality disordersPhobiasSelf-harm

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Leonardo Custidiano have?

Leonardo Custidiano has 7 years of experience in the field of counseling.

Is Leonardo Custidiano a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the LMHC credential, which indicates licensure as a mental health counselor. License details are FL LMHC MH19226.

In which languages does Leonardo Custidiano provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Leonardo Custidiano located?

He is located in Florida.

How can I work with Leonardo Custidiano as my therapist?

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

Does Leonardo Custidiano work with international clients?

Leonardo Custidiano does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Leonardo Custidiano 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?

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Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Leonardo works from evidence-informed approaches that are tailored to each person's needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaching practical skills to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning - it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Psychodynamic therapy explores how past relationships and life experiences influence current feelings and patterns, helping clients gain insight into recurring difficulties and improve long-term emotional wellbeing. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, emphasizes skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, and can be especially useful for intense emotions and relationship challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Leonardo collaborates with clients to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and circumstances, and he adapts techniques over time as needs change. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy remains relevant and practical.

Online sessions offer flexible ways to connect with licensed professionals. Clients can choose video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit their schedules and comfort levels, making consistent work on goals more accessible despite busy lives or geographic constraints.

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