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Jill Fairhead

Jill Fairhead, LMHC

Florida

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LMHC - Young adult life and relationships

  • Stress and anxiety
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Relationship work

About Jill

Jill Fairhead is a Florida LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 12 years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, addiction, ADHD and life transitions common in young adulthood. Jill also supports concerns such as grief, trauma and intimacy-related issues.

She uses straightforward therapy methods to help people manage hard moments. Sessions often include practical skills from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, plus acceptance strategies from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Jill draws on client-centered principles to keep sessions focused on each person's goals.

Her background includes a bachelors degree in psychology and a masters degree in mental health counseling. She has worked in outpatient settings and with residential programs, providing individual therapy and leading groups. That range gives her experience with both one-on-one work and group dynamics.

In sessions she offers clear explanations and hands-on techniques to handle symptoms like mood instability, negative self-talk, impulsivity, and substance misuse. She also addresses family-related stresses such as adoption and blended family issues, communication problems, and divorce or separation concerns.

Jill speaks English, Spanish, and French, which can help when language feels like a barrier. She accepts international clients and encourages prospective clients to review the session options and scheduling process before booking. The focus is on manageable steps and practical tools for everyday life.

How her approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts without fighting them and commit to actions that match their values. It can aid with feelings of being stuck after major life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing thought and behavior patterns that maintain anxiety or low mood, with practical homework and skills to practice between sessions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal skills useful for intense emotions and relationship conflicts.

Finding the best approach is part of the collaborative work. Jill will talk with each person about goals, try techniques, and adjust methods based on what helps most. The focus is on experimenting with tools and deciding together which strategies to keep.

Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow short check-ins or longer weekly appointments depending on what a person needs. Ask about language options and scheduling when selecting the session type so arrangements match daily life and responsibilities.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careBlended family issuesCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsForgivenessImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsPersonality disordersPhobiasSelf-loveWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Listed in

Florida

Languages

English, Spanish, French

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?

Jill supports stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, addiction, ADHD and related concerns such as grief, trauma, intimacy issues and parenting stress.

What is her therapy style like?

She uses practical, skills-based approaches including CBT and DBT alongside client-centered work and ACT strategies to teach coping tools and behavior changes.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Jill has 12 years of counseling experience in outpatient and residential settings, providing individual therapy and facilitating groups.

Where is she licensed and located?

She is a Florida LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) and practices from Florida.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English, Spanish, and French.

Can people outside the U.S. work with her?

She accepts international clients; confirm any cross-border details when arranging sessions.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.

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