Ana Ucha, LMHC

Ana Ucha is a licensed mental health counselor in Florida with 18 years of experience. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and major life changes. Her work focuses on practical steps people can use day to day to feel steadier and more in control.

Her style is warm and respectful. She listens for what matters most to each person and tailors conversations and plans around those concerns. Sessions aim to be direct and usable, with strategies a person can try between meetings.

Ana draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address trauma, anxiety, and self-worth. She works with people dealing with relationship wounds, abandonment, attachment issues, and patterns like codependency or avoidant behaviors. She also supports those coping with chronic illness, caregiver stress, grief from separation or divorce, and challenges tied to aging.

Clients can expect clear goals and steps that build over time. Ana emphasizes strengths while acknowledging hard experiences, and she partners with people to set realistic next steps. The focus is on helping clients manage emotions, communicate more clearly, and handle life transitions with greater confidence.

Sessions are conducted in English. Prospective clients follow a simple start process to match with Ana and schedule appointments based on her availability.

How evidence-based methods translate to online care

Ana draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear skills and gradual change. One common approach involves practical coping skills for anxiety and stress that teach breathing, pacing, and thought-focused strategies to reduce overwhelm. Another approach centers on trauma-informed work that helps people process painful memories at a manageable pace and build safety and stability in daily life.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, past experiences, and what feels most useful. Together they adjust techniques over time so the work matches changing needs and preferences.

If you are considering online sessions, please confirm the exact session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit care around work, family, and caregiving duties. It can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and make scheduling more flexible for people with busy or unpredictable days. Licensed professionals can work with you to shape appointments that fit into your everyday routine.