Chelsee Najjar, LMHC

Chelsee Najjar is a licensed mental health counselor practicing in Florida who offers compassionate, individualized support for people navigating difficult emotional challenges. She specializes in helping those coping with depression, anxiety, and stress, and brings focused experience supporting LGBTQ+ individuals through issues of identity, relationships, and intimacy. Chelsee concentrates much of her work with young adults and people facing social anxiety, self-esteem concerns, or major life transitions, guiding them toward clearer self-understanding and practical strategies for daily living.

Her approach centers on creating a respectful, non-judgmental environment where exploration of sexuality, relationship dynamics, and family of origin themes is welcomed. Chelsee emphasizes building self-compassion, improving communication skills, and addressing feelings of isolation, shame, or emptiness so clients can pursue meaningful change. Drawing on evidence-based methods, she helps clients develop resilience and tangible coping tools that support emotional well-being.

Chelsee integrates empathy with professional guidance to accompany individuals as they process past experiences, manage mood challenges, and shape goals for personal growth. As a licensed professional - a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) - she is committed to supporting each person’s unique journey with warmth and clinical clarity.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or emotions are present. It is useful for people struggling with anxiety, low motivation, or unhelpful patterns that get in the way of living the life they want. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replacing them with practical skills to manage mood and stress; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and self-esteem concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, non-judgmental relationship and supports personal growth by validating each person’s experience and encouraging self-directed change.

Finding the right approach is often a collaborative process. Chelsee works with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting techniques over time so care remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy offers flexible options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which can make scheduling easier and allow ongoing support from wherever the client is located within the state. These formats allow licensed professionals to provide consistent, accessible care while tailoring sessions to each person’s communication style and daily routine.