Damaris Torres, LMHC

Damaris Torres is a licensed mental health counselor in Florida who helps people navigate stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, and low self-esteem. She supports people facing depression, grief, trauma and abuse, and challenges like parenting strain, eating issues, anger, bipolar mood concerns, and ADHD. She speaks English and brings 12 years of experience to her work.

She keeps sessions straightforward and nonjudgmental. Conversations focus on what matters most to the client. She encourages people to name practical goals and try small, manageable changes between sessions.

Her approach uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to examine unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of thinking and acting. She also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.

In the first meetings she listens to what’s been happening and helps set clear steps forward. Clients can expect a collaborative plan that matches their needs and life demands. Homework and real‑world practice are often part of the work.

Damaris emphasizes steady progress over quick fixes. She acknowledges that starting therapy can feel hard and aims to make each session practical and focused. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a session based on her availability.

Approaches that guide online work

Damaris uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test practical behavior changes. CBT is often useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and patterns that keep problems in place.

She also incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills training to teach emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and better ways to handle conflict. DBT skills can help when emotions feel overwhelming or when relationships repeatedly trigger strong reactions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, then shape a plan together. This collaborative process helps decide which skills and techniques to prioritize in sessions.

The original profile does not list specific online formats, so confirm current session options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people practice new skills between sessions in the settings where they live and work. Licensed professionals can adjust pace, homework, and session focus to match each person’s needs.