Raina Leite, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Raina is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars: Clients are very satisfied with Raina. View 13 reviews
Great news, Raina is accepting new clients!: She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida

Recent reviews

Compassionate, understanding and verbally available. Meaning she hears and listens.

Raina has been one of the biggest supports of my life. She is very patient, wise, kind and funny. I have never felt judged by her and her insights have been such a guiding light in my life. Blessed to have found her and been able to be guided by her.

More about Raina

8 years' experience
Female
LCSW

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Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in South Florida. I have 7 years of experience as a Social Worker and over 30 years of experience in social care and case management programs, beginning while still a teenager. This is my passion and calling!

I have assisted patients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, housing and career challenges, and level of care needs. I have experience in treating patients with urgent and sometimes life changing issues, as well as prior traumas including domestic violence and sexual assault. I am an advocate and ally for LGBTQ+ and kink-friendly.

I understand the fear that sometimes comes along with beginning with a new therapist and feeling exposed as we work together towards YOUR goals. I will always be respectful, and do not judge. This I can promise you! I have seen first hand the impact of being refused help because of lifestyle or past choices. I never want to make anyone feel like that! My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and motivational interviewing. As everyone is different, I will tailor sessions to best serve you.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety LGBT Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant personality BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Fertility issues First responder issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Visually impaired Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Existential Therapy
Mindfulness Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Narrative Therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Somatic Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy
Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Raina Leite's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1093291841.

LCSW · Florida · SW18010 · Expires March 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.: Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.: Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.: There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Raina Leite

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

13 reviews

Clients mention: Helped Comfortable Grateful Great Helping Listens Recommend Understanding Amazing Easy

Compassionate, understanding and verbally available. Meaning she hears and listens.

Raina’s compassionate approach created a safe space for me to explore my thoughts and emotions. From the very first session, I felt heard and understood.

i would definitely recommend Raina, she is sweet/funny, accommodating and understanding. Sessions and learning from her are helping me with my goals in evident ways. if you are worried she will judge you, she won’t, and she makes therapy feel comfortable and natural. In my case, i feel like she is helping me build a toolbox for my mind to be better able to weather storms/lows in life and be more resilient! Can’t thank her enough!

She helped me a lot she was amazing. For me I just needed someone to listen and support cuz I didn’t want to dump all my problems on my friends. She helped me only focus on my problems once a week and helped me control my emotions so they didn’t take over my entire life. Grateful for her always.

My therapist was awesome. She listened and had the knowledge to help me exactly with what was going on in my life. I really appreciate her. Thank you!

Great listener , She aks good question for self discovery

I feel like she genuinely cares. Raina asks questions that lead to better self discovery.

She's very insightful and listens well. She responds quickly when she can and helps me by providing exercises to do.

Raina is wonderful and friendly, yet professional. She accepts you as you are and is solutions-focused, which is what I needed. She helped me pull myself out of a depression episode, and I'm very grateful.

I am very thankful that I was paired with Raina!! Even after 2 sessions I feel that she is listening and connecting with me! Highly recommend her.

Raina is conversational and considerate- makes the meetings comfortable with her therapy style. I really enjoyed my time with her!

I love Raina, they're so supportive and sweet. Raina gives me great perspective and honest help and has truly made a difference in my life.

How was your experience with Raina?

Frequently asked questions

Does Raina Leite offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Raina Leite works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Raina Leite speak?

Raina Leite speaks English.

How many years of experience does Raina Leite have?

Raina Leite has 8 years of experience.

Where is Raina Leite licensed to practice?

Raina Leite is licensed to practice in Florida.

Does Raina Leite accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Raina Leite accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Raina Leite offer?

Raina Leite offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Raina Leite?

Raina Leite can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Raina Leite?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.