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Prof. Florence Chichester
Experience
15 years
Based in
New York
Sessions
Online
Languages
English

Therapist · New York

Prof. Florence Chichester

LMHC

Experienced New York LMHC for life transitions

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License and NPI on record

LMHC
New York · 001830
NPI
1962910935

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  • Compassionate practical help
  • Attachment and emotion focus
  • Works on relationships

About Florence

Prof. Florence Chichester is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in New York with 15 years of experience. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and difficulties with self-esteem. She also supports those dealing with trauma, grief, addiction concerns, and life transitions.

Her work centers on the person in front of her. Sessions focus on building clearer communication, stronger boundaries, and better coping skills. Florence blends practical tools with time to talk through feelings so clients can make steady changes.

She draws on several therapy approaches, including Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and Existential Therapy. These methods are used to help with relationship patterns, mood shifts, and challenges like ADHD, parenting strain, or chronic stress.

Clients find the process is about small, manageable steps. Florence aims to help people identify patterns, try new choices, and notice what works. She pays attention to cultural context and life circumstances when planning next steps.

Her background combines long-term clinical practice and focused work around family dynamics, workplace stress, and identity concerns. Florence invites people to start with a short questionnaire and schedule a session based on availability to see if her approach feels like a good fit.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyGottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

15+ years

Credentials

New York

Languages

English

How these approaches translate to online work

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in close relationships. It looks at how early experiences shape how people connect today and helps people try new ways of relating to reduce repeated hurt. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person’s experience and priorities. The therapist listens carefully, reflects what is said, and helps the individual find their own direction and inner resources. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) identifies unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and offers concrete exercises to test and change them, which can help with anxiety, mood, and coping skills.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, past efforts, and preferences, then recommend ways to proceed. It is common to use more than one approach over time as needs shift.

Practical benefits of online sessions include easier fitting of appointments into a busy day, fewer travel demands, and the option to use shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. The specific session formats available for this therapist are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Licensed professionals can help adapt these therapies to an online setting and shape sessions to match a client’s life and goals.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, self-esteem, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, intimacy and eating or sleeping problems.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is person-centered and practical. Sessions combine time to talk through feelings with concrete skills for communication and coping.

What is her clinical experience?

She has 15 years of clinical experience working in New York with a range of emotional and life challenges.

What credentials and location are on record?

She is a licensed mental health counselor, NY LMHC, practicing in New York.

Which languages are supported and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available?

Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.

How are fees handled?

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

How do I begin working with her?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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