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Lena Sheffield
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CAP, MAC, CEDS

Lena Sheffield

Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CAP, MAC, CEDS

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
5900 SW 73rd Street, Suite 207, South Miami, FL 33143
Let's Connect (786) 288-0493
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Feeling overwhelmed & trapped is exhausting & harmful to your confidence, health & productivity. Are you doubting your competence, overreacting, or having difficulty focusing and making healthy decisions? Reaching out for professional help shows you still have hope, a desire for better life and many personal strengths. We will explore life and relationship patterns that impact you today in an emotionally safe & contained setting. You CAN expand your coping, resiliency, acceptance and mindfulness skills, increase tips for managing ADHD, while reducing the self-numbing activities that have too many negative consequences.
With over 30 years in this field: clinical & administrative positions in pediatric hospital, community outpatient, eating disorders and residential treatment, I am trained in & incorporate a wide range of therapeutic approaches to match client needs. I offer clinical workshops, Instructor for Sober College School of Addictions Studies. FL Naadac President.
Our work together will be individualized to help you live a life that is congruent with your values, temperament, attachment style and personal goals. Exploring new skills, safely embracing your feelings and life circumstances can make living less of a struggle. Let me help you bring more ease into your life.
Call or Lena Sheffield now for a free 15 minute consultation - (786) 288-0493

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

5900 SW 73rd Street

Suite 207

South Miami, FL 33143 map

(786) 288-0493
I specialize in Anxiety, Dual Diagnosis and Trauma and PTSD 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (786) 288-0493
Photo of Lena Sheffield, Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CAP, MAC, CEDS

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

5900 SW 73rd Street

Suite 207

South Miami, FL 33143 map

(786) 288-0493
I specialize in Anxiety, Dual Diagnosis and Trauma and PTSD 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200
  • Couple Sessions $200

Payment Methods

American Express, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • AvMed
  • Carisk (UM faculty and staff)
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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I can help you file claim for out of network benefits. Good for you to know about your mental health coverage and deductible.
Photo of Lena Sheffield, Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CAP, MAC, CEDS
Lena Sheffield
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CAP, MAC, CEDS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (786) 288-0493
"
I can help you file claim for out of network benefits. Good for you to know about your mental health coverage and deductible.
Photo of Lena Sheffield, Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CAP, MAC, CEDS
Lena Sheffield
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CAP, MAC, CEDS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (786) 288-0493

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Florida / MH 14034 Lena Sheffield
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended University of Miami, Graduated 1980
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: State of Arizona LPC 24103 / 2025
  • Certificate from NAADAC - Fl chapter president Master Addiction Counselor / 1996
  • Certificate from RO DBT level I Radically Open DBT level I / 2023
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Lena Sheffield
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CAP, MAC, CEDS
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (786) 288-0493
Photo of Lena Sheffield, Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CAP, MAC, CEDS
Lena Sheffield
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CAP, MAC, CEDS
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (786) 288-0493

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Body Image
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Disorders of Over Control
  • Eating Disorders
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Understanding arousal system
  • Women's Issues
Photo of Lena Sheffield, Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CAP, MAC, CEDS
Lena Sheffield
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CAP, MAC, CEDS
Do these issues align with your needs? or (786) 288-0493
Photo of Lena Sheffield, Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CAP, MAC, CEDS
Lena Sheffield
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CAP, MAC, CEDS
Do these issues align with your needs? or (786) 288-0493

3 Endorsements

Thrive Miami, LLC
Thrive Miami, LLC
CounselorLMHC
A trusted clinician in the eating disorder and substance use treatment industry, Lena has relentlessly supported alliances and movements to bring awareness about important topics within the behavioral health field. She is a therapist with integrity, experi...
Daniela Membreño
Daniela Membreño
Licensed Professional CounselorMSLPCNCC
Lena brings over 30 years worth of experience in the mental health field. She is a skilled, experienced, personable, and solution-focused clinician. Lena brings vast clinical expertise and networks in eating disorders, substance use, anxiety, and ADHD.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dynamic Maturational Model of Attachment Strategy
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family Systems
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • RO DBT - informed
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Lena Sheffield, Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CAP, MAC, CEDS
Lena Sheffield
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CAP, MAC, CEDS
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (786) 288-0493
Photo of Lena Sheffield, Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CAP, MAC, CEDS
Lena Sheffield
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CAP, MAC, CEDS
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (786) 288-0493

Location

Primary Location

5900 SW 73rd Street

Suite 207

South Miami, FL 33143

(786) 288-0493
Photo of Lena Sheffield, Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CAP, MAC, CEDS
Lena Sheffield
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CAP, MAC, CEDS
Call for a free consultation now - (786) 288-0493
Photo of Lena Sheffield, Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CAP, MAC, CEDS
Lena Sheffield
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CAP, MAC, CEDS
Call for a free consultation now - (786) 288-0493