- Trauma informed
- Skills focused
- Spanish speaking
About Justine
Justine Alemany is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who focuses on people coping with trauma, grief, addiction, and big life changes. She speaks English and Spanish and aims to make therapy straightforward and practical for parents and individuals feeling overwhelmed. Her style centers on clear skills and steady support rather than jargon.
She began as a graduate intern in an elementary school in Boston, then worked at an inpatient adolescent unit connected to UMASS Medical School where many young people had experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, and severe mental illness. That early work included counseling and psychoeducation for families.
After returning to Florida, she worked in outpatient and residential substance use treatment with adult women, helping with addiction and co-occurring mental health concerns. In 2019 she joined a Children's Advocacy Center and has spent time treating children, adolescents, and adults affected by sexual abuse, domestic violence, grief, and other traumatic events.
Her approach is flexible and practical. She draws on trauma-focused methods and skill-based therapies to teach emotion regulation, coping tools, and strategies for everyday life. She avoids one-size-fits-all methods and tailors sessions to each person’s needs.
With six years of experience, she combines work across settings to offer informed care for people facing trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, and issues tied to adoption and foster care. She encourages a collaborative process that helps people build skills and move forward at their own pace.
How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what the person needs in the moment, helping people feel heard and guiding them to set their own goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect and teaches practical steps to shift unhelpful patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose methods that fit their goals and preferences. That might mean focusing on skills first, doing trauma-focused work later, or combining techniques based on what helps most.
Session formats were not specified in the original profile, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, such as scheduling around school or work, reducing travel time, and keeping shorter check-ins when needed. For some people, sessions by video allow face-to-face interaction, while phone or other options can use less bandwidth or be a simpler way to check in. Talk through practical needs during the first session so appointments match daily routines and goals.
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Experience
6+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with people managing trauma, addiction, grief, anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar symptoms, and related issues like codependency and caregiver stress.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is practical and client-centered, focusing on teaching coping skills, emotion regulation, and strategies you can use day to day.
What background does she bring to sessions?
She has six years of experience across school, inpatient adolescent, substance use, outpatient, and children’s advocacy settings working with trauma and co-occurring disorders.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida.
Can I work with her in Spanish?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options when scheduling.
How are costs handled?
Fees vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription 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 according to therapist availability.