Raquel Aspuru, LCSW
Compassionate, practical therapy for life changes
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- Client-centered care
- CBT and mindfulness
- English and Spanish
About Raquel
Raquel Aspuru is an LCSW who offers a down-to-earth, practical approach to therapy. She talks plainly and treats clients with kindness, respect, and acceptance. Raquel encourages people who feel stuck to take that first courageous step toward change. She aims to support and empower people as they work toward healthier, happier lives.
Raquel uses client-centered work to build a trusting relationship first. From that base she draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. Mindfulness techniques are used to reduce stress and manage strong emotions in the moment.
Her background includes five years of clinical experience in Florida. That time has given her exposure to a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, and addiction. She also addresses life transitions such as midlife change and career shifts.
Raquel helps people with parenting stress, caregiver strain, and the emotional load that comes with serious illness or bereavement. She also supports those facing attention differences, eating and sleeping struggles, and problems tied to self-esteem and body image.
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. Practical, goal-focused methods such as Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy are available when a client prefers short-term, action-oriented work. Raquel invites prospective clients to take the initial step and see what direction feels right for them.
Raquel uses client-centered work to build a trusting relationship first. From that base she draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. Mindfulness techniques are used to reduce stress and manage strong emotions in the moment.
Her background includes five years of clinical experience in Florida. That time has given her exposure to a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, and addiction. She also addresses life transitions such as midlife change and career shifts.
Raquel helps people with parenting stress, caregiver strain, and the emotional load that comes with serious illness or bereavement. She also supports those facing attention differences, eating and sleeping struggles, and problems tied to self-esteem and body image.
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. Practical, goal-focused methods such as Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy are available when a client prefers short-term, action-oriented work. Raquel invites prospective clients to take the initial step and see what direction feels right for them.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English, Spanish
How her approaches shape online therapy
Raquel combines Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide her work. Client-centered work focuses on listening carefully and building a trusting relationship so people feel understood. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify patterns of thinking and behavior and then test small, practical changes to reduce symptoms like anxiety or low mood.She also draws on Mindfulness Therapy to teach simple attention and breathing practices that can lower stress in real time. These approaches are useful for many issues shown in her background, such as coping with life changes, grief, and stress-related problems.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the process. Raquel collaborates with each person to decide which approaches fit their goals, needs, and pace. That means starting with listening, trying methods together, and adjusting based on what helps.
Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not detailed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can tailor sessions to practical needs like quieter surroundings or less screen time when useful.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist address?
She works with a wide range of challenges, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, and midlife transitions.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is down-to-earth and direct, with an emphasis on respect and acceptance. She blends client-centered listening with goal-focused techniques.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years of clinical experience working in Florida and has helped people with a variety of emotional and life concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential - LCSW - and practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.