- Stress and anxiety
- Addiction and recovery
- Trauma and relationships
About Tina
Tina Salerno is a Florida-based licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with 31 years of clinical experience. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, depression, and relationship and intimacy concerns. Many who seek her help also bring worries about sleep, eating, self-esteem, career stress, ADHD, and grief.
Her style is warm and direct. She listens first, then works with each person to set clear goals. Sessions focus on practical steps that can be used between meetings, along with space to talk through painful past experiences.
Tina blends several proven approaches to match the person in front of her. She uses client-centered work to follow what matters most to the client. She draws on cognitive behavioral tools to address unhelpful thinking and behavior. She also uses dialectical behavior strategies for emotion regulation and the Gottman Method ideas for improving communication in close relationships.
Her background includes long experience helping people recover from addiction, process trauma and rebuild after major life changes. She also supports those facing caregiver strain, chronic illness, and complex family or attachment concerns. Tina brings steady, practical guidance to both short-term problems and longer-term personal growth.
Sessions are offered in English and Armenian, and she accepts international clients. To begin, prospective clients use the site Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and following the client's priorities. The therapist creates space to understand what feels most urgent and helps guide goal setting and self-directed change.Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It teaches concrete skills to challenge unhelpful thinking and build healthier habits, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and sleep or eating problems.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) offers tools for managing intense emotions and improving distress tolerance. It emphasizes practical skills for emotion regulation and better interpersonal effectiveness.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to identify goals, try strategies, and adjust the plan based on how things are going. This helps match methods to the client's needs and preferences rather than sticking to one set path.
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current online and in-person options before booking. People often find online work helpful for fitting sessions into a busy routine, reducing travel time, and maintaining continuity when life is hectic. Online meetings can also allow shorter check-ins or flexible scheduling to better match work or caregiving demands.
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Experience
31+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English, Armenian
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns can I bring to therapy?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, sleep and eating difficulties, career concerns, ADHD, and related struggles.
What is Tina's approach in sessions?
Her style is client-centered and practical. She listens first, then helps set goals and teaches skills to use between meetings.
How much experience does this therapist have?
She has 31 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of emotional and life challenges.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds a Florida LMFT credential and practices from Florida.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Armenian, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Use the Start Therapy button on the site, fill out a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to therapist availability.