- Client-centered care
- CBT and mindfulness
- Adoption and foster focus
About Florcita
Florcita Hancock-Rios is a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC) practicing in North Carolina with 15 years of experience. She focuses on helping people who feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low mood, or trouble with motivation and confidence. Her work also includes parenting concerns, anger, and life transitions. She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
Clients can expect conversations shaped around their needs. Hancock-Rios adapts the pace and focus so people can set achievable goals and notice small changes. She uses clear language and practical steps rather than jargon. The goal is to make progress feel understandable and doable.
Her background includes many years supporting people through grief, relationship strains, and issues tied to family of origin. She also addresses ADHD, bipolar mood concerns, eating issues, and workplace or career stress. Additional areas of focus listed include adoption and foster care, attachment and blended family issues, caregiver stress, and immigration-related challenges.
Therapeutic methods come from client-centered work, cognitive behavioral ideas, and mindfulness practices. Those approaches guide conversations, skill-building, and strategies to manage strong emotions. Hancock-Rios emphasizes collaboration so the plan fits each person's life and values.
She welcomes people who are ready to try something different and who want a practical, respectful process. If someone wants to explore whether her style fits, they can begin with a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a time to talk.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on tuning into what matters most to the person. The therapist listens closely, reflects what she hears, and helps people set priorities so sessions feel relevant and respectful. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and introduces simple, practical exercises to test new ways of thinking and acting. Mindfulness Therapy teaches short skills to notice feelings and physical sensations with less judgment, which can reduce reactivity and increase calm.Finding the right approach is part of the journey. The therapist will work together with each person to decide which methods feel like the best fit based on their goals, needs, and daily life. That collaborative process is ongoing and can shift as progress is made.
The practical benefits of online therapy often include fitting sessions into a busy schedule and reducing travel time. Some people find it easier to keep regular appointments when sessions can be fit around work or caregiving responsibilities. Because specific session formats were not listed in the biography, confirm the available online options before booking so you know what to expect.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Credentials
North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems can be addressed here?
Services cover stress, anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, anger, self-esteem, relationship and family issues, trauma, grief, eating concerns, career stress, bipolar, ADHD, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include adoption and foster care and related family matters.
How would you describe the therapeutic style?
The style is collaborative and practical. Conversations are shaped by client-centered principles, with strategies from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to build coping skills and change unhelpful patterns.
What is the clinician's background and experience?
The therapist has 15 years of professional experience working with a wide range of emotional and family concerns, including grief, attachment issues, and caregiver stress.
Where is the therapist licensed and based?
The clinician holds an LCMHC and is licensed in North Carolina.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
Session formats were not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and the therapist's scheduling model; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.