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I have a Masters degree in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the state of North Carolina. Since I was young, I’ve always known that counseling others is my passion. I have worked with various populations including those who have faced serious and significant trauma, those recovering from substance dependence, as well as individuals who simply wanted to achieve or maintain optimal mental wellness. I believe that we all hold the keys to our destinies inside of us and often simply need a bit of guidance in unlocking those destinies to reach our ultimate potential.
My therapeutic approach utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. I believe that the therapeutic process is collaborative in nature and is only beneficial when you have the opportunity to establish the goals that are important to you. By establishing the goals that are most important to you, we can work together to determine the best course of action in achieving those goals. Most of the work in therapy often happens outside of the confines of the session; it’s my desire to equip you with the tools that you need so that you can do the work.
I am here to you develop insight and improve those areas of your life that you are struggling. I believe that one of the most important aspects of therapy is the therapeutic relationship between you and I. It is unlike any other relationship in our lives because it is a place that we can truly be free to express ourselves with no fear of judgment. I am a person committed to maintaining the integrity of that relationship. I often tell my clients that I am going to guide you in the best way that I know how while also holding you accountable for being responsible for your healing; you are the master of your life.
I am excited to work with you!
Everything that you need will be given to you when the time is right. Trust in the timing of all that you are.
Additional areas of focus:LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Kentaya Nielly. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I am grateful for the sessions we have had. Although it has been some time since I've had my sessions, I was provided with great insight and information to utilize when I had to take some time away.
Written on Mar 27, 2023 after therapy with Kentaya for 2 years and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
Kentaya is amazing! She really made me look into deeper issues at hand and really focus on what my emotions through out the week. She really listen to you. She make you feel heard, and seen. I really enjoyed our time and hope for the future we can reacquaint again.
Written on Jul 31, 2022 after therapy with Kentaya for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Amazing! Listens and doesn’t judge you at all. Helps you overcome what you are facing.
Laid back personality. You feel at ease and feel relaxed when talking to her. She makes the session go by so fast you wish you had more time.
Written on Jun 27, 2022 after therapy with Kentaya for 2 weeks
Absolutely love Kentaya! she has truly created a space for me to feel comfortable and grow/heal in the areas I need!
Written on Apr 27, 2022 after therapy with Kentaya for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Kentaya is compassionate and understanding
Written on Mar 21, 2022 after therapy with Kentaya for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Just started working with her but I believe she has my best interest at heart and is going to help me find the answers I need within myself to get to a healthy space
Written on Nov 09, 2021 after therapy with Kentaya for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and coaching
Best therapist I’ve ever had
Written on Oct 05, 2021 after therapy with Kentaya for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Kentaya is kind, caring and attentive. She also had a sense of humour, which I feel makes her be even more relatable. She’s given me a space where I feel safe to share my thoughts, and also gives me ways and worksheets on how to develop and grow, and deal with my concerns which brought me to therapy.
Written on Aug 30, 2021 after therapy with Kentaya for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Kentaya is my first therapist. She is a professional listener who showed you a great amount of patience, understanding, and asked insightful questions to help you know yourself better. She is more than a therapist but feels like a non-judgemental friend to me.
Written on Jul 20, 2021 after therapy with Kentaya for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Kentaya is a very attentive and supportive counselor. She is not judgemental, but she does find ways to help you hold yourself accountable.
Written on May 31, 2021 after therapy with Kentaya for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Kentaya has been a wonderful support to me during a time of incredible change. She has been great about providing support and resources and helping me to brainstorm solutions and prioritize my self care.
Written on Mar 08, 2021 after therapy with Kentaya for 5 months on issues concerning intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coaching, and compassion fatigue
I’ve had 2 sessions with Kentaya and she’s been great so far! She makes me think about things on a deeper level. She’s very easy to talk to and I’m so glad I was matched with her and excited about continuing with her.
Written on Feb 13, 2021 after therapy with Kentaya for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Honestly she’s the best very understanding and really makes me think for the better. Happy she is a part of my journey
Written on Feb 08, 2021 after therapy with Kentaya for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Kentaya has always been so patient and attentive with me. She is gentle yet holds me accountable. Speaking with her every week is like talking to a friend but she is still very professional. She takes detailed notes to hold me accountable and always has helpful exercises or worksheets for me to complete throughout the week in between sessions. I am so grateful to continue working with her as a grow as an individual.
Written on Jan 13, 2021 after therapy with Kentaya for 4 months
I like her. She is very personable and he listens.
Written on Dec 20, 2020 after therapy with Kentaya for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
We have just started to exchange emails but I already have full trust in her.
Written on Dec 17, 2020 after therapy with Kentaya for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I really enjoyed my time with Kentaya. Personally, I’ve decided to pursue in-person counselling but my experience with her was really wonderful and I was very happy with the work we did together.
Written on Nov 28, 2020 after therapy with Kentaya for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, lgbt, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
After having one meeting with Kentaya I could see how compassionate and understanding she is of others and their situations. It’s like sitting down with a good friend and simply being open and honest about what I’m thinking and feeling, no judgement at all. I would definitely recommend her to others who love good human interaction.
Written on Nov 25, 2020 after therapy with Kentaya for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Kentaya is a truly devoted counselor. She helped me feel comfortable enough and challenged me in ways that let me realize I needed a specialist to move forward. She was focused on helping me get the help I need.
Written on Nov 11, 2020 after therapy with Kentaya for 1 month on issues concerning lgbt, and relationship issues
Very Helpful! Works well with me. Checks in often!
Written on Oct 26, 2020 after therapy with Kentaya for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and adhd
My sessions haven't been long, but they are extremely helpful and productive! Miss Kentaya is amazing!
Written on Oct 15, 2020 after therapy with Kentaya for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
I have had a wonderful experience with Betterhelp, especially because of my counselor, Kentaya Nielly, with whom I had an immediate rapport. I felt “heard”, and there was empathy and a genuine warmth from her, even with online texts, and especially phone calls.
Therapy was a gift from my eldest daughter while I had hip surgery, and recuperated., which they nursed me through! It has been an intense time of physical/emotional healing, and they wanted to share Betterhelp with me because it has helped them so much. I am so grateful to Kentaya for her calm caring , and for the freedom to release a lifetime of experiences. At 67, I am going through many physical changes and challenges, especially the “Empty Nest Syndrome”. I strongly urge anyone who needs someone to listen, to consider Betterhelp. Again, many thanks to Kentaya Nielly for her dedication and patience, beyond just being professional. She is truly “gifted” with wisdom and kindness, which is so desperately needed in our world. Thank you.
Written on Sep 30, 2020 after therapy with Kentaya for 2 months on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She is the best counselor I have ever had. She listens, provides resources, checks on me and is very flexible with her schedule to meet my scheduling needs.
Written on Sep 29, 2020 after therapy with Kentaya for 2 months
I am so grateful for Kentaya, for her grace, concerned care, and quiet strength that has greatly supported me. She speaks truth in loving kindness. She provides needed perspective on my lived experience and with her I am overcoming a lot and making great progress. I am so blessed to be in her care!
Written on Sep 18, 2020 after therapy with Kentaya for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
My first introduction was easy to get into a comfort with her. I was help by her suggestions to unpackage alot on my mind. We hash out key thungs and she can up with a great start plan to healing. Thanks
Written on Sep 16, 2020 after therapy with Kentaya for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
She’s walked me through a lot of issues and fears I’ve been facing; and respectively holds me accountable for the goals I set for myself by reminding me of the benefits of working toward those goals. I was seemingly half the person I am today before I started therapy with her.
Written on Sep 09, 2020 after therapy with Kentaya for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Kentaya is very intuitive and helps me tremendously navigate through my life journey. She has definitely provided a safe space for me to get through some tough situations. The assignments have been very helpful and are aligned with the sessions.
Written on Jul 31, 2020 after therapy with Kentaya for 1 month on issues concerning depression, lgbt, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
She is truly amazing. I feel so comfortable in sharing and she truly gives me great insight as I am going through this process.
Written on Jul 29, 2020 after therapy with Kentaya for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
She’s been one of my best and most reliable supporters. I can tell her anything and she never judges me. She’s helped me overcome some of my insecurities within myself. It’s a long process but I know that I will be able to achieve my goals with her on my side.
Written on Jul 22, 2020 after therapy with Kentaya for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Kentaya has been amazing so far! She emphasizes with me and can understand how hard I’m trying even when I can’t always control my racing thoughts. She always reminds me that it’s okay to put myself first even though I’m a caregiver to my girlfriend. She gives me homework every time to help improve my life as well as getting me to do the things I need for myself. It’s always nice getting to talk to her whether it’s scheduled video sessions or me just messaging when I’m going through something that I need to get out and talk about. I would highly recommend her. She is an amazing therapist and human being!!
Written on Jun 14, 2020 after therapy with Kentaya for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
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