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Welcome

Welcome to Diverse Guidance & Wellness. We're so glad you're here! This is your safe space for healing and growth. At Diverse Guidance & Wellness, we provide virtual mental health counseling for adults in Florida and New York, and comprehensive support for mental health professionals and organizations. Your next step matters - and we're here to take it with you. 

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About

Meet Doris Garrido

MA, LMHC, LMHC-QS

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Hi, I’m Doris, an EMDR certified Licensed Mental Health Counselor and the founder of Diverse Guidance & Wellness.

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I’m passionate about helping individuals heal and thrive using evidence-based approaches like EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). My goal is to create a supportive, non-judgmental space where you feel safe to explore your story and move toward healing. 

 

Beyond therapy, I am committed to helping other professionals succeed by offering:

  • Clinical Supervision for Florida RMHCI

  • Consultation as an EMDRIA Approved Consultant in Training (CIT)

  • Professional Consultation and workshops for businesses and/or their clientele â€‹

 

Your journey—whether personal or professional—matters. I’m here to support you every step of the way.

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Projects

Services
 

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Therapy for Individuals

 

We offer virtual individual therapy, groups and EMDR Intensives for clients in Florida and New York,  designed to fit your schedule and lifestyle.

  • Specialties: Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Life Transitions

  • Ages served: Adults 18+

  • Approaches: EMDR, CBT, and other evidence-based methods

  • Bilingual Services in English & Spanish

  • Licensure: Licensed Mental Health Counselor able to serve clients in New York & Florida

 

Why Choose Us?

  • Safe, non-judgmental space

  • Flexible virtual sessions

  • Experienced, compassionate care

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Ready to get started?

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Professional Services

 

Supervision for Mental Health Interns

As LMHC Qualified Supervisor in Florida, we provide clinical supervision for Registered Mental Health Counselor Interns.

  • Support with case conceptualization

  • Ethical guidance

  • Professional development for licensure

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EMDR Consultation 

As a Consultant-in-Training (CIT)

  • Consultation for therapists pursuing EMDR certification or strengthening EMDR skills

  • Focus on case conceptualization, protocol fidelity, and resourcing strategies

  • Support integrating trauma-informed, culturally responsive care

  • Collaborative, practical guidance to build confidence and clinical effectively


If you are interested in consultation, supervision or organizational services, please complete the professional consultation & supervision inquiry

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Consultation for Organizations

We partner with organizations to:

  • Expand behavioral health services

  • Provide mental health workshops for their staff and/or clientele 

 

 

Ready to get started?

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Therapy is an investment in your wellbeing. I offer both private pay (out-of-network) services and select insurance-based options, allowing you to choose the level of privacy, flexibility, and financial structure that best fits your needs.

 

Private Pay / Out-of-Network Therapy

Many clients intentionally choose private pay therapy for the increased discretion and flexibility it offers. This option allows treatment to be guided by clinical need rather than insurance requirements.

Benefits include:

Enhanced confidentiality and privacy

No required mental health diagnosis for billing

Greater flexibility in session frequency and treatment approach

Care not limited by insurance guidelines

Important considerations:

Upfront costs are typically higher

Out-of-network reimbursement varies by insurance plan

Clients are responsible for verifying their own benefits

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If we are out-of-network with your plan, a superbill can be provided for possible reimbursement. Please note that insurers typically require a mental health diagnosis or diagnostic impression when a superbill is submitted.

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Investment in Services

  • Individual therapy sessions (50 minutes): $175

  • EMDR intensives: $200 per hour

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Insurance Options

We are in-network with select insurance providers for clients who prefer to use their benefits. Coverage, copays, deductibles, and authorization requirements vary by individual plan.

Accepted insurance plans:

  • Aetna

  • Anthem

  • Cigna

  • United Healthcare

  • Oscar

  • Carelon

  • Oxford

  • Quest Behavioral Health

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Many clients choose insurance for:

  • Lower immediate out-of-pocket costs

  • Payments that may apply toward deductibles or annual maximums

  • Greater financial predictability for ongoing care

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Important considerations:

  • A mental health diagnosis is required for billing

  • Insurance may limit session frequency or duration

  • Clinical documentation must be shared with the insurer

  • Certain specialized or integrative treatments may not be covered

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Payment & Transparency

Payment is due on the day of service. We accept credit cards as well as HSA/FSA cards.

Fees, insurance use, and payment expectations are always discussed upfront. If you’re unsure whether private pay or insurance is the best fit, I’m happy to talk through your options during a consultation call so you can make a confident, informed decision. Your energy is best spent on healing — not navigating confusing financial policies.

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Good Faith Estimate Notice​

The Federal No Surprises Act protects you from surprise medical bills and makes it easier for you to understand the costs of health care services before you get a service.

Fees & Finances

Resources

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If you or someone you know is experiencing an emergency or crisis and needs

immediate help, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.  

EMDR Therapy

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Additional Resources

Contact

Doris Garrido, LMHC, LMHC-QS

Let’s Connect

 

We’re here to answer your questions and help you take the next step toward healing and growth.

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 Virtual sessions available for Florida & New York
Supervision for Florida RMHCI

Consultation for organizations and EMDR CIT nationwide

 

Phone: 813-360-0623
Email: doris@diverseguidance.com
Website: www.diverseguidance.com

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