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Jacqueline Baker

Jacqueline Baker, LMHC

Florida

LMHC in Florida - Addictions and Relationships

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  • Addictions
  • Relationship issues
  • Family of origin

About Jacqueline

Jacqueline Baker is a Florida LMHC with 20 years of clinical experience. She works with adults who are dealing with addiction, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, stress, and anxiety. She also addresses issues related to identity, grief, anger, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.

Jacqueline uses straightforward, person-focused talk therapy. Sessions are practical and goal-oriented. She listens for patterns that started in childhood and in family relationships, and she helps people notice how those patterns affect current choices and feelings. Family of origin issues are part of this view when they are relevant to a person’s struggle.

Her approach draws on client-centered listening alongside cognitive behavioral strategies. That means conversations begin with the client’s priorities, and then include concrete skills to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. She also uses techniques from dialectical behavior therapy and mindfulness to manage intense emotions and improve daily coping.

Jacqueline has two decades of experience in settings that included addiction and relationship work. That background informs how she helps people sort through problems like codependency, communication difficulties, and substance use concerns. She also supports people working through guilt, shame, and isolation.

Sessions are presented in clear, direct language. Jacqueline asks practical questions, suggests doable steps, and checks in about what is working. To begin, clients complete a brief intake and schedule a first visit that focuses on immediate priorities and next steps.

How Jacqueline Uses Therapeutic Approaches Online

Jacqueline often pairs client-centered therapy with cognitive behavioral therapy in her work. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the client’s concerns so conversation stays relevant. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at thought patterns and behavior, and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful habits and reduce anxiety and depression.

She also draws on dialectical behavior therapy when emotion regulation and impulsivity are concerns. DBT offers practical tools for managing intense feelings, improving distress tolerance, and keeping relationships steadier. These methods can help people working on addiction, codependency, or family of origin patterns.

Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Jacqueline will discuss goals and preferences, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust as needed. That collaborative planning helps pick techniques that match a person’s daily life and priorities.

The original biography did not specify which online session formats are offered. Please confirm the current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into work schedules, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Talk with Jacqueline during intake to agree on the best format and schedule for your situation.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsGriefAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentCodependencyCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMulticultural concernsPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Imago Relationship TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Listed in

Florida

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She works with addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, stress, anxiety, and related concerns listed in her profile.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

She combines client-centered listening with practical techniques from CBT, DBT, and mindfulness to help people change thoughts, manage emotions, and build coping skills.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 20 years of professional work experience in clinical settings including addiction and relationship-focused care.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a Florida LMHC and practices from Florida according to the supplied profile.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English only according to the profile.

Can people outside the United States work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time per the provided information.

What formats are offered for sessions?

The original biography did not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How are fees and starting therapy handled?

Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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