JHC Therapy - Judy Hakiel-Calcaterra (She/Her)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Therapist
In-Person in Cooper City, FL 33328
Online in Florida
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida, I provide compassionate, professional therapy for individuals, couples, and families in throughout Florida. I specialize in helping clients navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship and marriage issues, substance use concerns, family stress, and young adult transitions.
My approach focuses on creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where you can openly share your thoughts and emotions. I view therapy as a collaborative process that fosters self-awareness, improved communication, emotional healing, and lasting personal growth.
Whether you’re looking for in-person therapy in Davie, FL or convenient online telehealth counseling anywhere in Florida, my goal is to help you develop healthier coping skills, strengthen relationships, and achieve greater emotional balance and well-being.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Asian, Black / African American, Christian, Hispanic / Latino, Jewish, Men, Women clients.
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Biopsychosocial Therapy Takes into account biological, psychological, and social factors in understanding mental health. It looks at the whole person, not just symptoms.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Narrative Therapy Encourages people to view problems as separate from themselves and reframe their life story. It helps build resilience and self-identity.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
Approach Description: My approach to therapy focuses on creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel comfortable sharing their personal experiences. As a therapist, I value a collaborative therapeutic relationship that encourages openness, empowerment, authenticity, and meaningful self-exploration.
Together, we work to better understand your experiences, strengthen your sense of self, improve emotional well-being, and support lasting personal growth and healing. Whether you’re seeking individual therapy, couples counseling, or family support, my goal is to help you build insight, resilience, and healthier coping skills in a compassionate and supportive environment.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee 145
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- I understand that cost can sometimes be a concern when seeking therapy, which is why I offer sliding scale therapy rates whenever possible to help make counseling more accessible. My goal is to ensure that individuals, couples, and families who are looking for mental health counseling, marriage counseling, or therapy throughout Florida can find support that fits their needs and financial situation. If you’re interested in therapy but worried about affordability, I encourage you to contact me directly. We can talk about your needs, discuss available options, and work together to find a plan that feels manageable. Seeking support is an important step, and I strive to make the process as comfortable and accessible as possible.
- Accepts Insurance
- Aetna, Cigna, United Health, Optum, Managed Care
Education & Credentials
JHC Therapy - Judy Hakiel-Calcaterra Licensed Mental Health Therapist
- Female
- License # MH11434
- Licensed in FL
- Practicing Since 2010
Education: I hold a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Barry University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from the University of Arizona. My education and training have provided me with a strong foundation in evidence-based therapeutic approaches and a deep understanding of human behaviors.
JHC Therapy - Judy Hakiel-Calcaterra Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Cooper City, FL 33328
- Available Online for residents of Florida
- Online Therapy Details: teletherapy via doxy.me
JHC Therapy provides professional mental health counseling in Davie, Florida, offering individual therapy, couples counseling, marriage therapy, and family support in a safe, compassionate environment. Led by Licensed Mental Health Counselor Judith Hakiel-Calcaterra, the practice specializes in helping clients manage anxiety, depression, relationship and marriage challenges, stress, substance use concerns, and life transitions.
Our approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative, focusing on practical tools, emotional growth, and healthier communication. We offer secure online telehealth sessions throughout Florida for convenience and accessibility.
At JHC Therapy, the goal is to help clients build resilience, improve relationships, increase self-awareness, and achieve lasting emotional well-being.