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Vella Flores(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Master of Social Work, MSW
Florida
Anger management- Anxiety - Depression-Family issues- Relationship issues-Infidelity-
AboutSpecialtiesLocationsInsurance & Fees

Professional statement

The clinician offers culturally responsive, client-centered therapy for children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, emotional regulation difficulties, life transitions, and relationship stress. They work with diverse populations and focus on creating a supportive, respectful environment where clients feel heard and empowered.

Their approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and trauma-informed, incorporating evidence-based practices such as cognitive-behavioral strategies, mindfulness, and psychoeducation. Treatment is individualized and delivered in a calm, conversational style that emphasizes insight, skill development, and emotional safety.

The clinician has a background in social work and mental health services, with experience in assessment, treatment planning, and individual therapy across the lifespan. Sessions are available in person and through secure telehealth, with weekday availability to promote accessibility and flexibility.


Message to clients

I strive to create a calm, supportive environment where you feel safe, respected, and genuinely heard. Beginning therapy can feel uncertain, and you are not expected to have everything figured out before we start. My hope is that you feel comfortable showing up as you are and trusting that this is a space where your experiences and emotions matter.

I approach therapy as a collaborative process and view our work together as a partnership. We will move at a pace that feels right for you while identifying goals, exploring patterns, and developing practical tools to support emotional regulation, stress management, and personal growth. I value clear communication, cultural awareness, and openness, and I welcome your feedback to ensure our sessions remain meaningful and aligned with your needs.

My hope is that through therapy you gain deeper self-understanding, confidence, and a greater sense of balance. Whether you are navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, or life transitions, I am committed to supporting you with consistency, care, and compassion throughout your therapeutic journey.


Licensure

Florida: ISW22748

Languages

Spanish

Specialties

Anger management - Addressing sudden outbursts of anger or sustained resentment; developing healthy anger expression and outlets

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Family issues - Promoting communication and supporting family members to address challenges and reduce conflict and distress

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Infidelity - Processing through the impacts that infidelity has on one’s relationship; learning how to set boundaries, resolve conflict effectively, and promote healing in the relationship




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Children (<12)
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Parents
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter of Florida
  • Ambetter of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Centene
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • Evernorth
  • Florida Blue
  • Friday Health Plans
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Medicaid
  • New Directions
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Simply Healthcare
  • Sunshine Health
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Shared Services
  • UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid
  • Wellcare

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$175 (60min)
  • Sliding scale:$100 - $175

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