Cynthia Merced Verified Provider

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Medical Insurance Accepted

About Me

Cynthia Merced is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Qualified Clinical Supervisor based in Cape Coral, Florida. Her services are available through video sessions and online chat. She works as part of Merced Counseling alongside co-founder Paul Merced. She can provide services in both English and Spanish to help a wide range of clients. 

Background and Experience

Cynthia graduated from Boston University School of Social Work and then obtained a Master’s in the same field. She later became certified as an addiction counselor by the National Board of Forensic Examiners. Cynthia has more than 20 years of experience working with clients including individuals, couples and families.

Therapeutic Specialities

Cynthia provides support to individuals aged 18 to 65 as well as seniors aged 65 and over. She supports clients with various concerns spanning issues like depression, anxiety, relationship stress, feelings of being stuck and more. 

She uses therapeutic methods like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), family systems therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, motivational interviewing (MI), eclectic therapy, culturally sensitive therapy and humanistic therapy.

Payment Options

Cost

  • Individual Session: $100
  • Couples Session: $150

Insurance Options

  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • ESI Employee Assistance Group
  • Medicare
  • New Directions
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare

Orientation & Focus

Ages Treated

Adults (18+), Seniors (65+)

Modalities

Couples, Families, Individuals

Languages Spoken

Spanish

Specialties

  • Addiction
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Chronic Illness or Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Relationship Issues
  • Seniors
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues

Treatment Options

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Couples Counseling
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy
  • Humanistic Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Reality Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused

Locations

Main Location

1218 Del Prado Blvd
Suite C
Cape Coral, Florida 33990

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