Belinda Jordan
Hi, I'm Belinda! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor serving clients in Florida and South Carolina. I use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and other evidence-based approaches.
We'll work on naming the patterns underneath the stress, building regulation tools you can actually use between sessions, and shifting the thoughts that keep the same hard moment on repeat.
For the past decade, I've worked with adults and teens navigating stress, life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, and parenting concerns.
First session
In our first session, you can expect a welcoming conversation where you don’t have to pretend you have it all together. We’ll talk about what’s been stressing you out, what feels stuck, and what you hope might change, even if you’re not sure what that looks like yet. I’ll ask questions to get to know you, and you’ll have room to ask questions and get a feel for how we might work together. There’s space for humor, uncertainty, and the hard stuff you’ve been wanting to say out loud, but there’s no pressure to share everything at once. You don’t need a polished story or a plan; we’ll start where you are and work together to identify a starting point that feels meaningful and manageable.
Strengths
I believe a strong therapist-client relationship is at the heart of meaningful therapy. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself, heard without judgment, and supported as we work toward your goals at your pace. My style is laid-back, non-judgmental, and grounded in connection-with a little humor along the way! I believe therapy works best when we work together, and I value building a trusting relationship where you can be yourself. Together, we’ll explore what matters to you and work toward goals that feel meaningful to your life. We'll work on naming the patterns underneath the stress, building regulation tools you can actually use between sessions, and shifting the thoughts that keep the same hard moment on repeat. Whatever brings you to therapy, I want to understand your experience from your perspective rather than make assumptions about what you need.
Ideal clients
My ideal client is someone who feels stressed out, stretched thin, or tired of holding everything together. They may be managing expectations, relationships, responsibilities, or inner critic that never seems to take a day off. They do not need to know exactly what is wrong or how to fix it. They simply recognize that something needs to change. They appreciate a sense of humor, even when life feels heavy. They welcome moments of laughter alongside honest conversations and understand that therapy does not have to feel formal or serious every second to be meaningful. They want a space where they can be themselves: overwhelmed, imperfect, funny, uncertain, and human. My ideal client is willing to work toward change, even if part of them feels nervous about what that might involve. They do not have to arrive feeling motivated every week. They are open to getting curious about their patterns, considering different perspectives, and trying something new. They understand that wanting things to be different and taking steps toward something different can be two separate challenges. Most importantly, they want somewhere to say the hard stuff out loud. The thoughts they edit before speaking. The feelings they worry will disappoint someone. The resentment, fear, sadness, or uncertainty they have been carrying quietly. They want to stop pretending everything is fine when it is not. Whether they are a teen navigating life or an adult feeling worn down by daily demands, my ideal client wants an honest, collaborative relationship. They are not looking for someone to judge them or hand them a perfect script for life. They are looking for support, room to breathe, and a place to begin making choices that feel more like their own. They are ready to show up as they are and explore what could come next.
Origin story
I decided to become a therapist after a relative was diagnosed with Autism in 2005. My curiosity about Autism and awareness of the limited resources available to parents inspired me to pursue this path. Through internships and several years working in community mental health, I gained experience with a variety of diagnoses and discovered a genuine passion for working with people of all ages and backgrounds. Being a therapist aligns perfectly with my inquisitive nature and empathetic approach. Over the past decade, working with adults and teens has shaped my appreciation for the different ways people grow, cope, and find their voice. I recognize that each person brings a unique history, set of strengths, and hopes for the future.
Ongoing work together
You’ll know you’re making progress when you begin noticing shifts in how you respond to stress, relate to others, and treat yourself. You might say the hard thing instead of holding it in, set a boundary with less second-guessing, or notice an old pattern and choose a different response. We’ll talk about what meaningful change looks like for you and check in on those goals together. Progress doesn’t mean you’ll never feel overwhelmed or fall back into familiar habits. It might mean you recognize what’s happening sooner, recover with more kindness toward yourself, or feel more able to handle a difficult moment. And sometimes, it’s being able to laugh at a situation that once would have sent you spiraling—not because it doesn’t matter, but because you have more room to decide how you want to respond.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use cognitive behavioral therapy to help you notice the thoughts and habits that may be adding to your stress or keeping you stuck. Together, we’ll explore those patterns with curiosity, develop more balanced perspectives, and practice manageable changes between sessions. This isn’t about forcing positivity, it’s about building practical skills that support the changes you want to make.”
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I use DBT-informed strategies to help you navigate overwhelming emotions, handle stressful moments, and say what you need without keeping everything bottled up. Together, we’ll work on practical skills for staying present, getting through difficult situations without making things harder for yourself, and communicating more effectively. We’ll make room for two things to be true: you’re doing the best you can, and you want something to change. You can expect honest conversations, compassion, and maybe a homework assignment or two . The goal isn’t to stop having strong feelings, it’s to build more choices in how you respond to them.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- FloridaLicense MH27704