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Jacqueline Mcintosh

Jacqueline Mcintosh

LMHC

Therapist · Florida · 10+ years of experience

Compassionate counselor for anger and emotional health

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  • Practical coping skills
  • Evidence based methods
  • Client centered care

About Jacqueline

Jacqueline Mcintosh is a Florida licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and anger. She offers steady support that focuses on practical coping skills and clearer communication. Jacqueline aims to create a calm space where people can feel heard and begin to make changes that last.

With ten years of experience, she draws on evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to address day-to-day struggles. Sessions emphasize small, usable steps - for example learning new ways to manage anger or reduce anxiety symptoms. She also addresses drug and alcohol addiction and codependency by helping clients build healthier routines and choices.

Her practice centers on client-centered care, so each plan is shaped around the individual's needs and goals. Jacqueline pays attention to cultural context and personal strengths while guiding people through recovery and growth. Many clients work on improving self-love, social confidence, and communication skills.

Jacqueline combines acceptance and commitment techniques with skills from dialectical behavior therapy to help people tolerate strong feelings and act according to their values. Motivational interviewing is used when change feels hard or motivation is low. Her style is warm, practical, and focused on real-life results.

People interested in working together complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions based on the listed process. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

CodependencyCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

10+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English

Therapeutic approaches that translate to online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to clarify what matters most and take small steps toward those values. It helps with anxiety, depression, and struggles like anger by teaching how to notice thoughts without getting stuck in them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It is useful for anxiety, mood concerns, and habits tied to addiction or anger. Mindfulness Therapy teaches attention and awareness skills to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation. These practices support calmer responses to stress and strong feelings.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist takes a collaborative stance and will help figure out which methods fit best for the client's goals, comfort, and day-to-day life. Sessions can mix methods so the plan matches what each person needs and wants to try.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online work helpful because it can fit around busy schedules, make it easier to keep regular appointments, and allow brief check-ins when time is limited. Online sessions also make it possible to practice new skills between meetings and bring real-life situations into conversation for direct problem solving.

At a glance

Listed location
Florida
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
LMHC
Languages
English
License (Florida)
LMHC · No. MH24666
NPI
1740668219

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?

Common areas include stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, and anger. Additional focuses include codependency, communication problems, social anxiety, and women's issues.

What is the therapeutic style like?

The approach is client-centered and compassionate, with a focus on practical skills and clear steps. Sessions combine acceptance, mindfulness, and behavior-based techniques to help people manage intense emotions.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has ten years of experience working with people on mood, trauma recovery, addiction support, and anger-related concerns.

Where is the therapist licensed and based?

She is a Florida licensed mental health counselor - LMHC - and practices from Florida.

In which languages are sessions offered?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients served?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working together?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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