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Marie Pierre-Canel

LMHC

Practical therapy for life and relationship challenges

  • Multilingual therapist
  • Focus on relationships
  • Practical coping skills

About Marie

Marie Pierre-Canel is a Florida licensed mental health counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship struggles. She also supports those dealing with parenting strain, caregiving stress, body image concerns, and the emotional impact of trauma. Sessions are offered in English, Spanish, French, and Haitian Creole to connect with a range of cultural backgrounds.

Marie uses straightforward conversation to untangle problems and find practical next steps. She listens for patterns in relationships and communication, then helps people try new behaviors that feel doable. Expect a calm, direct style that balances empathy with concrete tools.

Her work draws on client-centered methods that put the person’s goals first. She also uses cognitive behavioral ideas to spot thought patterns that fuel anxiety or low mood. Narrative and existential approaches help people make sense of their stories and values during life transitions.

With eight years of experience, Marie has supported people through complicated changes like blended family dynamics, abandonment wounds, and struggles with commitment or control. She offers coaching-style guidance for people who want clear steps and measurable progress.

People come to her for help with anger, isolation, ADHD-related challenges, and compassion fatigue. She focuses on building practical coping skills and clearer communication so everyday life becomes more manageable.

To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability. The practice uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How therapeutic approaches shape online care

Marie blends client-centered work and cognitive behavioral techniques to guide online sessions. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening, reflecting what matters to the person, and helping them set their own goals; it is useful for relationship concerns, self esteem, and navigating life changes. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches concrete skills to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change unhelpful patterns.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and preferences, then try methods that fit those aims. Over time they will adjust the focus based on what is helpful and what the client wants to work on.

Online therapy can make regular sessions easier to fit into busy lives by removing some travel time and allowing meetings from different places. If you plan to work remotely, confirm the specific session options offered before booking. Licensed professionals can use these sessions to teach coping skills, review progress, and practice communication strategies that translate into everyday routines.

License and NPI

LMHC Florida · No. MH17481
NPI1699132324

As shown on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsCoping with life changes

Also works with

Trauma and abuseParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityForgivenessIsolation / loneliness

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English, Spanish, French, Haitian Creole

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Marie address?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family difficulties, parenting strain, trauma, body image, ADHD, and related issues such as abandonment and caregiver stress.

What is her therapy style like?

The approach is direct and empathetic. She blends listening with practical steps so clients can try new ways of coping between sessions.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Marie has eight years of experience working with people on communication patterns, attachment concerns, and life changes.

What credentials and region apply to this therapist?

She is a licensed mental health counselor, LMHC, practicing in Florida.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English, Spanish, French, and Haitian Creole, and she accepts international clients.

What session formats are offered?

The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How does pricing work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with therapy?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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