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Bernice Ruiz Baldwin
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Land O Lakes, FL 34638
Let's Connect (813) 590-4110
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English
| español I am bilingual (hablo español). I possess specialized experience in working with individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety, and trauma that are hindering their day-to-day lives. I believe that one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. We face many unique pressures and stressors as we discover who we are and what we want. I am passionate about helping manage these challenges that frequently arise within family, friendships, or self-identity.
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Therapy is not just for people with mental illnesses, someone grieving a loss, or someone who experienced a trauma. Therapy can reduce stress, improve relationships, and help with decision-making. I view you as an expert on your story. My approach has often been termed “conversational” by clients, who often felt that therapy did not feel like therapy.
Therapy works best when there is a trusting therapist-client relationship, curiosity for self-discovery, and honesty. I look forward to working with you and helping you be the best version of yourself!
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Bernice Ruiz Baldwin now - (813) 590-4110
Let's Connect (813) 590-4110
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa
Insurance
- Aetna
- All Savers
- AvMed
- Cigna and Evernorth
- EAP:Cigna
- EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
- Florida Blue
- Golden Rule
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Surest (formerly Bind)
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
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Bernice Ruiz Baldwin
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Florida / 23247 Bernice Baldwin
- In Practice for 9 Years
- Attended Nova Southeastern University, Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2015
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- Coping Skills
- Dual Diagnosis
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Internet Addiction
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Women's Issues
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
I also speak
Spanish
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
I also speak
Spanish
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing (CPT)
- Existential
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
Location
Nearby Areas
Take the first step to help. Call now - (813) 590-4110
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Bernice Ruiz Baldwin
Counselor, MS, LMHC