Renee Guerrieri , LCSW

Renee Guerrieri earned a Master of Social Work from Tulane University in New Orleans in 1997 and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Florida. With approximately three decades of experience in mental health counseling, she offers individual, marital, and family therapy informed by a background in evidence-based, solution-focused practice.

She is certified to deliver Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and she frequently employs short-term, targeted interventions to help clients develop practical coping skills. Renee also provides psycho-educational sessions that teach communication techniques, fair-fighting strategies for intimate relationships, methods for rebuilding trust and intimacy, and social and coping skills for various life stages.

For the past 18 years she has worked with active duty service members, Veterans, and their families, gaining a deep understanding of the challenges unique to military life. She has extensive experience supporting people through grief and loss, parenting challenges, adjustment to life changes, and concerns around intimacy and relationships. Renee approaches each client with dignity, respect, and unconditional positive regard, tailoring dialogue and treatment plans to meet individual needs. She welcomes inquiries about specific concerns and will provide referrals when a different specialty is a better fit.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Renee Guerrieri

Renee Guerrieri uses proven therapeutic methods tailored to each person's needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and teaching practical skills to shift them - it is often used for mood, anxiety, adjustment, and problem-solving. Emotionally-Focused Therapy concentrates on understanding and reshaping emotional responses within close relationships to improve connection and intimacy. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the client's own goals and experiences, with the therapist offering empathy and support to foster self-directed growth and clarity.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is done collaboratively. Renee will work with clients to assess needs, preferences, and goals and then adapt methods or combine approaches to find what fits best for the individual or couple.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, and geographical constraints. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care during life transitions and allow clients to engage in therapy in ways that suit their routines and comfort levels.