- Person-centered approach
- Practical coping skills
- Veteran-informed perspective
About Porsha
Porsha Coates is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who helps people facing stress, anxiety, parenting strains, ADHD-related challenges, and self-esteem concerns. She supports adults, adolescents, veterans, and young adults working through life transitions and interpersonal conflict. Her work aims to clarify patterns that make daily life harder and to find practical steps forward.
Coates uses a person-centered style that keeps the client's voice central to sessions. She blends Client-Centered Therapy with tools from cognitive behavioral methods, mindfulness, narrative approaches, and hypnotherapy when appropriate. Sessions focus on clear skills - communication strategies, emotional regulation, and problem solving - rather than abstract theory.
Her background includes a Master of Science in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Hawaii and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of North Florida. She has six years of clinical experience and experience as a retired Senior Non-Commissioned Officer in the United States Air Force, which informs her understanding of veteran and military-related concerns.
Coates pays particular attention to family dynamics, blended family issues, multicultural concerns, and the stresses that come from high-pressure roles. She aims to help people set boundaries, manage impulsivity, and reconnect with a sense of purpose.
Sessions are collaborative and paced to each person's needs. Many people work on clearer communication, coping plans for anxiety, or step-by-step strategies to manage ADHD symptoms and mood challenges. The emphasis is on practical change that fits everyday life.
How her approaches adapt to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening deeply and responding to each person's needs, helping people feel heard and build their own solutions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches simple exercises to change unhelpful patterns; it is often used for anxiety, ADHD-related challenges, and mood concerns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches short attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus, which can help with stress and impulsivity.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful, then try methods that fit. Adjustments are made over time so the plan stays practical and relevant to everyday life.
Confirm the current session options before booking so you know how appointments are delivered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for brief check-ins when a full session is not needed. It can also let people practice new skills in day-to-day settings and bring real situations into conversation with the therapist.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
Porsha supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, parenting and family strains, ADHD-related challenges, self-esteem, and mood concerns. She also addresses blended family issues, communication problems, and life-purpose struggles.
How would you describe her therapy style?
She uses a person-centered, collaborative style that keeps the client's goals in focus. Sessions combine listening with practical tools like emotional regulation and communication strategies.
What is her clinical background?
She holds a Master of Science in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Hawaii and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of North Florida, with six years of experience in clinical work.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor, listed as LMHC, and practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Session cost varies with location and therapist availability; services use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule based on the therapist's availability.
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