Connie Hobbs, LMHC

Connie Hobbs is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with 12 years of clinical experience. She also holds certification as an Addictions Professional in Florida, credentials that reflect her training to support people facing substance use and related concerns. Connie completed two master’s degrees at Stetson University, one in Counselor Education and another in Mental Health, and combines formal education with real-world experience to inform her work.

She has worked with adults, teens, and children across a wide range of concerns including trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, parenting challenges, ADHD, foster care, and adoption issues. Her approach is warm, friendly, and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion while avoiding stigmatizing labels. Connie draws on an eclectic mix of evidence-based methods such as cognitive-behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused strategies to meet each person where they are.

Connie views the therapeutic relationship as central to progress and tailors conversations and treatment plans to the individual needs and goals of each client. She encourages those who are ready to move toward a more fulfilling life and offers support and empowerment throughout the process. Connie looks forward to collaborating with clients who are ready to take the next steps toward change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Connie often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps people identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to improve mood and coping. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. She also draws on Motivational Interviewing, a collaborative style that helps people explore their readiness for change and strengthen internal motivation, especially useful with addiction and behavior change goals. When trauma is a focus, Connie incorporates Trauma-Focused techniques to address the emotional and practical impacts of distressing experiences and to build safer coping strategies.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Connie works collaboratively with each client to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts plans as progress is made to ensure a good fit.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for scheduling, accessibility for those in different locations within Florida, and multiple ways to engage that fit varied comfort levels and lifestyles. These formats allow clients to connect with a licensed professional in ways that suit their day-to-day routines.