Tessa Voorhees, MSW

As your therapist, I am committed to working alongside you to help you achieve your personal goals. Together, we’ll create a collaborative space where you can explore ideas, vent frustrations, process difficult emotions, and shape a vision for your desired future. I provide a nonjudgmental and compassionate environment, meeting you where you are and supporting your unique path. My ultimate goal is to help you build a sustainable, fulfilling lifestyle that aligns with your values and aspirations.

I draw from various therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, narrative therapy, and solution-focused therapy. My sessions are always client-centered and tailored to your strengths, abilities, and goals. I am passionate about helping people uncover and embrace their inner stories and gaining insight into the systems, experiences, and strengths that shape their lives.

Together, we’ll identify and build on coping strategies and tools that empower you to navigate daily life. My approach focuses on helping you craft a self-narrative that acknowledges and accepts who you are while working toward your desired life. We’ll explore your story—past, present, and future—through a lens of resilience and possibility, never diminishing the challenges you’ve faced or are facing now.

Through this collaborative process, I aim to help you reframe and strengthen your story, guiding you toward a more holistic, empowered future that honors your journey and the person you’re becoming.

Your first session with me will primarily be a “getting to know you” conversation. I’ll ask questions such as, “What brings you to therapy?” and “What do you hope to achieve in our sessions?” I’ll also encourage you to ask any questions about the process. Together, we’ll begin defining the goals you’d like to work toward during our time together.

My approach is conversational, nonjudgmental, and client-centered. I strive to create a relaxed, friendly, and professional atmosphere that allows for focused and meaningful work. Many clients describe me as having a warm and comforting presence, which helps set the tone for a safe and supportive space.

I’ll regularly check in with you throughout our sessions to ensure the experience meets your needs. If there’s ever anything you’d like to adjust about our work together, I encourage open communication. A strong therapeutic relationship thrives on mutual feedback and collaboration, and I’m dedicated to fostering that connection with you.

I am able to have sessions:

*  Via Tele-Health

*  School-Based-Seminole, Osceola, and  

    Orange Counties

*  Community Based- I can meet you at a  

    mutually convenient location where you feel 

    comfortable. (Example: beach, park, fishing 

    pier). Seminole and Orange Counties.

• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Mood Disorders, in particular, Anxiety and Depression 
• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Trauma-Informed Care 

Some of the modalities that I incorporate include:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors to improve emotional regulation and problem-solving.
• Trauma-Informed Therapy: Provides a safe and supportive environment, recognizing the impact of trauma on an individual’s life and tailoring care to avoid re-traumatization.
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Techniques: Incorporates skills like emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness to manage intense emotions and improve relationships.
• Mindfulness-Based Therapy: Encourages present-moment awareness and acceptance to reduce stress, enhance emotional balance, and foster mental clarity.
• Narrative Therapy: Helps clients reframe their personal stories, empowering them to take control of their lives by focusing on strengths and values.