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Estela Guardo, LMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Estela is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

FSA/HSA accepted
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4.8 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Estela. View 25 reviews
Great news, Estela is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida

Recent reviews

I only worked with Estela for a short two months but in that time she was able to teach me so much! She is so attentive and wonderful with helping me work through my anxious thoughts and teaching me ways to challenge them and be more confident

Reviewed September 2023

So far Estela has been intuitive and understanding, she’s knowledgeable and says things clearly and gives you the feeling like she GETS what you’re saying. She has great advice and is easy to talk to.

Reviewed August 2023

More about Estela

  • 11 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMHC

I am a licensed mental health counselor and a marriage family therapist for 11 years. I've worked in mental health agencies and private practice. I have experience working with issues relating to; depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationships, family, and much more! I believe each client is unique and should be treated as such. I am able to connect to my clients regardless of: age, gender, race, and socioeconomic status. What's most important to me, is the ability to attend to my clients' needs and encourage them to reach their goals, which we will formulate together- as a team! I look forward to assisting you, in your journey to healing.

Some of the theoretical approaches I use, but not limited to are: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing Therapy (and much more).

I look forward to meeting you and working together to achieve your goals!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Parenting issues Self esteem Trauma and abuse Career difficulties Depression Coping with life changes Coaching Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Dissociation Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fertility issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Immigration issues Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Phobias Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Licenses

Estela Guardo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972189546.

  • LMHC · Florida · MH18978 · Renews March 2027

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Estela Guardo

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.8

25 reviews

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Clients mention: Recommend Supportive Great Comfortable Helped Understanding The best Caring Grateful Knowledgeable

I only worked with Estela for a short two months but in that time she was able to teach me so much! She is so attentive and wonderful with helping me work through my anxious thoughts and teaching me ways to challenge them and be more confident

Reviewed September 2023

So far Estela has been intuitive and understanding, she’s knowledgeable and says things clearly and gives you the feeling like she GETS what you’re saying. She has great advice and is easy to talk to.

Reviewed August 2023

estela was fantastic and really helped me out

Reviewed April 2023

Estella is so encouraging and really has a warm empathetic nature.

Reviewed December 2022

Estela is a good therapist.

Reviewed September 2022

Estela and I have been working together for a year. I look forward to our calls every week. She checks in on me and is very accommodating. She digs deeper and asks helpful questions to help me process my own emotions and responses to situations. Over the last year she has felt like a huge part of my life, almost like a close friend/family. I trust her and she always has my best interest. She is committed to my growth and I appreciate her empathy and guidance.

Reviewed September 2022

She was great! Helped me so much! Would recommend her for sure.

Reviewed August 2022

I have no doubts that Estella knows what I need to work through to get to where I want to be. Shes very attentive in our talks and messages and helps and that helps me to also take a step back and look at multiple ways to approach the same situation. I always come away with some useful, practical, immediate steps I can take to improve my well-being. I highly recommend her!!

Reviewed July 2022

She's been my therapist for several months now I can't thank her enough. She met me at my worst and has been so supportive and kind to me ever since. Each session, she surprises me with her compassion and understanding of my feelings, my struggles, my fears, my traumas and relationships ... just me and all my complex self. Her worksheets have helped me through a lot and I confidentely say she is one of the reasons I'm still here today. I trust her because she has gained my trust and respect and I strongly recommend her.

Reviewed March 2022

I am so glad to have found Estela as my therapist. She is a wonderful therapist, I have been working with her for a month now and I am enjoying our sessions very much. She makes me feel comfortable to share, I feel heard and she gives me a positive perspective on the issues that I’m facing. Highly recommend working with Estela.

Reviewed March 2022

Estela is the best ! She is consistent and engaging. We have built an amazing relationship and I feel she really knows me and gets me. She makes me feel heard , she provides guidance, and helps me work through my challenges. Every week we make progress and she is a super genuine and caring person. So grateful to have her as a part of my life.

Reviewed February 2022

I’m so happy I met Estrela, I’ve only started therapy a short while (2 sessions) and I’m loving it already. I feel very comfortable speaking with her, she gives the best advice/ clarity to help me understand and respond to certain situations. She is a breath of fresh air and I am excited to start my journey with her.

Reviewed February 2022

I am very grateful to have been paired up with Estela Guardo as my therapist. She is incredibly supportive, positive, and yet direct. I would highly recommend her to anyone.

Reviewed January 2022

I've just finished 3 months of sessions with Estela and can't recommend her enough. She immediately made me feel at ease so I could comfortably open up. She provided me with useful tools to deal with my problems and is incredibly kind. I'll miss our Wednesday night sessions

Reviewed November 2021

I was skeptical going in to therapy about how much it would actually help, but I always felt infinitely better after talking to Estela! She is patient, supportive, friendly, provides effective solutions, and I couldn't recommend her enough.

Reviewed November 2021

From our first session and through every session Estela has been a powerful, positive and effective force. She is caring, knowledgeable, experienced, joyful, productive, understanding and knowing exactly the necessary steps to move forward. I can not express the gratitude and appreciation I have for Estela and for being paired with her. I am very grateful.

Reviewed November 2021

Estela has been so helpful to me. We have a great connection and she really cares. She asks me a lot of great thought provoking questions which helps me process challenges Im going through. I feel very comfortable with her and she helps me get deeper.

Reviewed September 2021

I don't know what to say about estela as the words won't be enough. She is kind and considerate, very patient and passionate about what she is doing. She furthered counseling to another level, I 've never imagined that counseling sessions will have such an impact on my way of processing several matters in different aspects. Everybody deserves the chance to be better, I will always be thankful for making this decision to start counseling and meeting estela.

Reviewed September 2021

Estela has been extremely knowledgeable and supportive. She has helped me to process not only my personal anxieties but some of my work leadership experience. She is the soundboard that has allowed me to stop burdening my friends with my negativity and for that I thank you Estela.

Reviewed August 2021

Estela is such a wonderful counsellor, she listens carefully, refers back and gives you advice and worksheets to work off. The best part is that I know it's all confidential and she's always there to speak to when needed. Would definitely recommend herself and betterhelp for friends and family who need extensive support.

Reviewed July 2021

Estela pays attention to detail especially when I send her my journal entries. She responds quickly and thoroughly and I feel very comfortable and supported when communicating with her. She often sends me worksheets that she thinks will help me to apply techniques to my daily life depending on the issues I’m having! I 100% recommend Estela!

Reviewed June 2021

Excellent counsellor brings the best out of you and helps mending broken hearts and relationships.

Reviewed June 2021

Estela is a caring counselor that takes time to actually hear what her patients say and helps to guide with understanding.

Reviewed June 2021

From the begining I found Estela Guardo to be extremely competent and easy to talk to. She listens carefully, gives thoughtful recommendations and suggestions and has been a great help in providing the tools and information I needed to understand how best to cope with my occasional bouts of anxiety. I trust her completely.

Reviewed May 2021

I am a counselor myself and I have struggled with finding the "right fit" for my own personal counselor, but Estela has exceeded my expectations. She is amazingly supportive, respectful, and everything you want in an empathetic counselor. I appreciate Estela listening and providing insight into whatever topic I bring to the session for the week, she is non-judgemental and supportive. I highly recommend Estela as a counselor.

Reviewed May 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Estela Guardo offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Estela Guardo works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Estela Guardo speak?

Estela Guardo speaks English.

How many years of experience does Estela Guardo have?

Estela Guardo has 11 years of experience.

Where is Estela Guardo licensed to practice?

Estela Guardo is licensed to practice in Florida.

Does Estela Guardo accept FSA/HSA?

Yes, Estela Guardo accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.

Does Estela Guardo accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Estela Guardo does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

How can I communicate with Estela Guardo?

Estela Guardo can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Estela Guardo?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

FSA/HSA eligible