Raquel de Oliveira, LCSW

Therapist (EMDR-CBT-DBT)

10 years experience

Hi there! I'm Raquel, a bilingual (Spanish/English) EMDR,CBT,DBT and holistic therapist with over a decade of experience helping adults find healing and lasting recovery from symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges.
My style is : Inquisitive, Holistic, Open Minded
- Location: Virtual
- Individual therapy
- Serves ages: (Adults 18 to 100)

Qualifications

Experience

10 years of experience

Training

Master of Science in Social Work at Hawaii Pacific University

License type

LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker)

Licensed in

Florida

Top Specialties

Adults 18+
Anxiety
Depression
Relationships
Grief
Self Esteem
Borderline
Bipolar
Family issues
ADHD
Recovery
Women's Issues
Trauma

Insurance

I'm committed to making therapy accessible and affordable. To simplify the process of using your insurance benefits, I've partnered with Headway and Grow Therapy.
They handle the insurance billing and paperwork, so you can focus on your well-being. This allows me to accept a wide range of insurance plans.
To get started, you'll simply follow a link on this website to access my provider profile on either Headway or Grow Therapy.
There, you can easily set up an appointment and securely enter your insurance information. You'll also be able to review and sign consent forms, including details about your in-network coverage and co-pay obligations (typically handled with a credit card on file).

CBT

I use tailored methods to find the most effective therapy and have helped hundreds overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. With CBT, clients learn stress management, identify triggers, and reframe unhelpful thoughts. CBT helps you Spot and reframe negative thoughts. Challenge limiting assumptions. Replace self-defeating thoughts with constructive ones. Change unhelpful behaviors for lasting results. Sustain progress by building new, healthy habits.

DBT

I was certified in DBT in 2022. DBT is an evidence‑based method used in rehab and community mental health settings to help people manage cravings, reduce impulsivity, and build resilience under stress. What I teach Mindfulness — stay present and notice emotions. Distress tolerance — cope with crises without making things worse. Emotion regulation — understand and reduce intense feelings. Interpersonal effectiveness — improve communication and relationships. Clients learn acceptance and self‑compassion, replace unhelpful behaviors with practical skills, and regain stronger, more fulfilling connections with others.

EMDR

I’ve used EMDR for eight years to help clients process trauma and reduce symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, and emotional distress. EMDR uses guided eye movements, sounds, or taps to reprocess traumatic memories, and clients often report improved mood and a greater ability to enjoy life. Benefits clients gain Reduced trauma symptoms and emotional reactivity. Improved mood and daily functioning. Greater capacity for joy and fulfillment. Flexible delivery — effective both online and in person.

Approach

Harm Reduction

I integrate a harm reduction approach for addiction treatment that focuses on reducing negative consequences rather than the standard focus on abstinence, and empowers clients to make positive changes at their own pace.

Holistic

I believe that true wellness is achieved by addressing all aspects of your life. My approach focuses on your physical, emotional, and mental well-being, that they are all interconnected. By promoting healing and balance, I aim to help you achieve optimal health and wellness.

Solution Focus

I understand that your time is valuable, so I strive to achieve quicker healing by making you an active participant in your treatment. I expect you to be proactive, committed, and accountable on this journey.

My ideal client

I specialize in working with adults of all ages who are seeking positive change, personal growth, and a deeper understanding of themselves, but don't yet have the tools needed to make this goal a reality. They often feel stuck, overwhelmed, depressed and anxious about a number of life stressors that make it difficult to cope.

Therapy Approach

My approach to therapy is focused on building trust, promoting self-awareness, and empowerment.

I integrate trauma-informed care, strength base, and harm reduction

First session

In our first session, we'll get to know each other and create a safe space for you to share your story.

We'll discuss your feelings, their impact on your life, and any efforts you've made to address them.

This session is for you to see if we are a good fit

Anxiety

Can be overwhelming and debilitating. It can interfere with your daily life and prevent you from reaching your full potential. I use evidence-based therapies such as CBT and mindfulness to help you manage your anxiety symptoms and regain control of your life.

Depression

Can make it difficult to enjoy the things you once loved and can leave you feeling hopeless and alone. I am trained and have years of experience to help you navigate through the challenges of depression using evidence-based therapies, such as CBT and DBT.

Relationships

Can be a source of great joy and fulfillment, but they can also be a source of stress and conflict. I am trained to help you navigate through the challenges related to poor communication. Let me help you develop healthy boundaries, mutual respect, trust , fight fairly, and learn to compromise.

Addiction

Overcoming addiction is a journey that no one should have to do alone. I offer the support you need to navigate this difficult journey. Together, we’ll work on developing tools to help manage cravings and develop a healthy lifestyle that minimized negative consequences to enhance quality of life.

Trauma

Trauma can have a lasting impact on your mental health and well-being. I am trained in (EMDR) and Trauma-Focused CBT Therapy. Let me help you heal from the effects of trauma and move forward with your life.

Social Anxiety

I provide personalized self-esteem therapy to help you overcome insecurities and boost your confidence. With my guidance, you can learn valuable skills, get rid of social anxiety, and gain greater self-worth. Take the first step towards a happier, more fulfilling life today.

Raquel de Oliveira, LCSW (904) 563-5872 Therapy@lcswraquel.com