Therapist profile
Antonio Vega-Pacheco, LMHC
Florida
LMHC - Anger and Relationship concerns
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- CredentialsLMHC
- LicenseLMHC, Florida / MH5594
- NPI1902963234
- Experience29 years
- LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
- LocationFlorida
About
- Anger management skills
- CBT for mood
- Spanish and English
About Antonio
Antonio Vega-Pacheco is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (FL LMHC) with 29 years of experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, anger, LGBT-related concerns, trauma and abuse, and family-related issues. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
He focuses on clear, direct conversation about the problems that bring people in. Antonio listens, asks focused questions, and helps people name patterns that increase frustration or lead to outbursts. He uses straightforward tools to manage intense feelings and to reduce repeated conflicts at home or work.
Antonio draws from client-centered therapy to follow what matters most to the person in the room. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot unhelpful thoughts and change behaviors that keep anger and anxiety active. Psychodynamic ideas are used when looking at long-standing patterns that come from early relationships and family history.
In practice he tends to combine approaches rather than stick to a single method. That means sessions may include practical skills, direct feedback, and time to reflect on how past experiences shape current reactions. His style is steady and patient, with attention to concrete changes that improve daily life.
People who come to him often want fewer snap reactions, clearer boundaries, and less resentment. He can help with coping strategies, communication skills, and understanding how emotions connect to behavior. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the listed sign-up flow.
How sessions work
How his approaches work in online sessions
Antonio uses client-centered therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in ways that translate well to online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening closely to what the person says and following their priorities; online sessions use that listening to set goals and notice what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions link together and teaches simple practices to change unhelpful patterns, useful for managing anger, anxiety, and low mood.Finding the right approach is part of the collaboration. Antonio will discuss which methods match the client's goals, preferences, and the problems they bring. He adjusts the mix of skills practice, conversation, and reflection based on ongoing feedback so the plan fits the client's needs.
The practical benefits of remote sessions can include easier fitting of appointments into work or family schedules, fewer travel barriers, and the ability to use tools and worksheets during a session. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current session options before booking. The focus is on making therapy usable in everyday life and on building skills that reduce snap reactions, improve communication, and lower ongoing tension.
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Experience
29+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English, Spanish
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, anger, trauma and abuse, LGBT-related concerns, and family-related problems.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He combines client-centered listening with practical CBT strategies and psychodynamic reflection to address both immediate coping and longer-term patterns.
How much experience does he have?
Antonio has 29 years of professional experience as a mental health counselor in Florida.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor, listed as FL LMHC, and practices from Florida.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with an initial session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the provided scheduling flow.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.