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Derylene Proctor

Derylene Proctor

LMHC

Therapist in Florida

Compassionate counselor for life transitions

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Experience
30 years
Languages
English
Sessions
Online
Listed in
Florida
  • Faith-informed support
  • Practical communication work
  • Addiction recovery focus

About Derylene

Derylene Proctor is a Florida-licensed mental health counselor with 30 years of experience. She focuses on helping people facing depression, addiction, relationship struggles, and low self-esteem. Her approach is warm and straightforward, aimed at practical changes that make daily life easier.

She often works with people during midlife transitions and those who want faith-informed support. Sessions emphasize clearer communication, stronger self-regard, and finding renewed life purpose. She supports people dealing with impulsivity, isolation, and anger as part of bigger patterns.

Derylene uses tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to help clients identify unhelpful thoughts and build motivation for change. She guides people through steps they can practice between sessions so progress continues outside the office.

Her work highlights self-love, forgiveness, and steady personal growth. Conversations aim to be non-judgmental and focused on solutions that fit each person's situation. She helps people break down large problems into manageable actions.

Clients can expect direct, compassionate guidance that balances practical skills with emotional support. Derylene encourages realistic goal setting and gradual change rather than quick fixes. People who prefer a faith-informed style alongside evidence-based techniques may find her approach aligns with their needs.

How Derylene’s approaches guide online work

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, helps people spot thoughts and behaviors that get in the way of feeling better. It focuses on small, practical changes and skills that clients can use day to day to reduce anxiety, manage depression, and support recovery from addiction.

Motivational Interviewing is a communication approach that helps people find their own reasons to change. It is useful when someone feels stuck or unsure about making a change, and it supports commitment to recovery or healthier habits.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about their goals and preferences and adjust methods as needed. Together they decide which techniques fit the person's life and situation.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule and reduce travel time. It can also allow shorter check-ins when needed or sessions that do not require video for lower bandwidth. The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking to ensure they match your needs.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational Interviewing

Experience

30+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she help with?

She supports people dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma and anger, plus relationship and addiction-related struggles. Additional focuses include self-esteem, midlife issues, and women's issues.

What is her general therapy style?

Her style is direct, compassionate, and practical. She helps clients set achievable goals and practice skills between sessions.

How much experience does this therapist have?

She has 30 years of counseling experience working with individuals through long-term and acute challenges.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds the credential LMHC, listed as FL LMHC, and practices in Florida.

Which languages and international options are available?

Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.

What session formats are offered?

The original biography did not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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Derylene Proctor

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