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Claudia Natalia Gonzales, LMHC

Florida, LMHC #MH16148

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About Claudia Natalia | She/her

Natalia Gonzales is a psychotherapist with over 13 years of experience helping adults heal, grow, and create meaningful change. She brings warmth, compassion, and a results-driven approach to her work, creating a space where clients feel supported, understood, and empowered to move forward. Natalia holds a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology and is certified in EMDR and Applied Metapsychology. She is also a certified facilitator and trainer in Traumatic Incident Reduction (TIR), Life Stress Reduction, Crisis Intervention, Ability Enhancement, and Life Coaching Schema. In addition to her clinical work, she serves as a Qualified Supervisor in Florida, mentoring new professionals as they work toward licensure. Natalia specializes in supporting adults navigating trauma, anxiety, life transitions, grief, divorce, and relationship challenges. Her integrative approach draws from evidence-based techniques such as EMDR, polyvagal theory, and mindfulness, along with a deep person-centered foundation. She offers a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to process pain, rebuild self-trust, and step into a more grounded, empowered version of themselves. At the heart of Natalia’s work is a simple belief: people are not broken—they are becoming. She partners with clients to eliminate emotional barriers, tap into their inner strength, and pursue the transformation they’re ready for in both life and relationships. Whether you’re seeking relief from life stress or ready to grow beyond old limitations, Natalia is honored to walk alongside you on your journey.

Message to clients

Hi, I’m Natalia, and I want you to know—this space is all about you. If you’re here, it likely means something isn’t sitting right anymore. Maybe you’re carrying too much, feeling stuck, or unsure of what’s next. I see you. And I want you to know that healing, growth, and real change are absolutely possible. As a psychotherapist with over 13 years of experience, I help adults navigate life’s hardest moments—trauma, anxiety, relationship struggles, grief, transitions, or simply the weight of stress that won’t let up. I don’t believe you’re broken—I believe you’re becoming. Together, we’ll work to uncover what’s in your way and help you move through it with clarity and confidence. My approach is warm, nonjudgmental, and deeply person-centered. I use EMDR, polyvagal theory, and other proven methods to guide our work, but the heart of what I offer is a safe, supportive space where you can just be—and start to heal. You don’t have to have it all figured out to begin. You just have to show up. I’ll meet you right where you are. If you’re ready to stop surviving and start living with more peace, purpose, and self-trust—I’d be honored to walk this path with you.

Education

Masters In Counseling Psychology | Trinity International University, 2013

Race and ethnicity

Hispanic, White

Cultural and experiential knowledge

Hispanic culture, Central and/or South American culture, Multicultural

Languages spoken

English and Spanish

Spiritual knowledge

Christianity

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Virtual or in person

Virtual Only

Specialties

Stress, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Life transitions

Additional areas of focus

Abuse, Burnout, Depression, Anxiety, Divorce counseling, Grief and/or loss, Life transitions, Midlife stress, Narcissistic personality, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Self esteem/self worth, Stress, Trauma

Therapeutic style

Empowering, Affirming, Holistic, Intellectual, Inquisitive

Modalities

Trauma-focused, Strengths-based therapy, Somatic therapy, Psychodynamic, Mindfulness based, EMDR, Attachment based

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Cost

$165

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Individual Session

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Couples Session

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Family Session

Sliding scale

Does not offer sliding scale spots

Insurance accepted
Does not work directly with insurance companies
Works with your out of network benefits to get you reimbursed for therapy
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Peer review

Natalia is a rare combination of deep empathy, sharp insight, and genuine care. She creates a safe, trusting space where you feel seen and supported, helping you uncover inner strength and reframe limiting beliefs. Her approach is highly individualized, meeting you exactly where you are and guiding you forward with clarity and compassion. Clients leave therapy with Natalia feeling stronger, more self-aware, and truly transformed.

—Jennifer Cronley, LCSW
Peer review

Natalia brings a compassionate presence to every session. She knows how to apply powerful healing techniques with great care. What truly sets her apart is the safe, supportive space she creates — one where you feel seen, heard, and never judged. With Natalia, you can explore, heal, and grow at your own pace, building confidence and inner strength along the way.

— Meggie Counts, LCSW
Peer review

She is an excellent therapist who provides outstanding care to her clients. She is highly trained in trauma therapy and devoted to understand root causes of presenting problems. She is also very professional, caring, and compassionate.

—Pierina Pisani, LMHC
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