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Phyllis Jeannestal

LCSW

Phyllis Jeannestal , LCSW

Therapist in Florida

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About Phyllis

Phyllis Jeannestal is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in South Florida with nine years of clinical experience addressing trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, and related concerns. She centers her practice on inclusion and respects each person's right to make their own choices, working to increase agency for adolescents and family units so they can navigate life and mental health with greater confidence.

Her work has included supporting survivors of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas shooting in Parkland as part of a community wellness response, where she helped create treatment plans that emphasized holistic health through activities such as exercise, art therapy, and support groups. She currently supports families in hospice settings, guiding them through grief and loss with compassion and practical care.

Phyllis integrates a trauma-informed framework that emphasizes safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness, and empowerment. She also uses evidence-based approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy to help clients build practical skills and strategies. Her primary aim is to provide a supportive space that fosters healing, self-awareness, and resilience by highlighting individual strengths and developing a personalized toolbox for overcoming challenges. She invites people who are ready to invest in their well-being to consider this collaborative work.

Approaches and Online Support for Healing

Phyllis Jeannestal integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and trauma-informed principles into her online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and responding to each person's perspective, helping individuals feel understood and encouraging self-directed growth; it is well suited for issues around self-esteem, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps people identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, offering clear tools for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. Trauma-focused and trauma-informed practices prioritize safety, choice, collaboration, trustworthiness, and empowerment, guiding those affected by traumatic events toward stabilization and gradual healing.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and she works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative exploration can adjust over time as goals evolve and progress is made.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility by allowing sessions through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Those options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during transitions, and access licensed professionals from different locations, while preserving the therapeutic relationship and focus on meaningful change.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Phyllis Jeannestal have?

Phyllis Jeannestal has 9 years of experience.

Is Phyllis Jeannestal a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and her Florida license is listed as FL LCSW SW18884.

In which languages does Phyllis Jeannestal provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Phyllis Jeannestal located?

She is located in Florida.

How can I work with Phyllis Jeannestal as my therapist?

You can work with Phyllis Jeannestal through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Phyllis Jeannestal work with international clients?

Phyllis Jeannestal does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Phyllis Jeannestal cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issues

Also works with

Relationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDivorce and separationForgivenessSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

9+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English

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