As a licensed therapist in Florida, I bring over a decade of experience supporting individuals through complex life challenges. My approach is deeply compassionate and holistic, focusing on helping clients navigate a wide range of emotional experiences—from anxiety and depression to life transitions, trauma recovery, and personal growth.
I specialize in addressing diverse mental health concerns, including mood disorders, relationship dynamics, social anxiety, and personal development. My therapeutic style centers on creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their experiences, develop resilience, and cultivate meaningful change.
My practice is grounded in understanding each person's unique journey. Whether you're struggling with workplace stress, relationship challenges, life purpose questions, or healing from past experiences, I'm committed to walking alongside you with empathy, respect, and professional expertise.
I welcome individuals from all backgrounds and life stages, offering a flexible, personalized approach that honors your individual needs and strengths. Together, we can work towards building greater self-understanding, emotional wellness, and personal empowerment.
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Avoidant personality, 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, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Traumatic brain injury, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
FL LCSW SW19881
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Janel "Elle" Zimmerman. 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.
My therapist, Elle, has been amazing to work with. She understands my goals, yet also meets me where I’m at on a weekly basis. I trust her completely. She has made me feel safe and seen whilst working through a great deal of trauma. She’s the absolute best!
Written on Aug 15, 2025 after therapy with Janel "Elle" for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, and sleeping disorders
She is very supportive and manages to show you a different perspective respectfully. She has great examples and explains things so well that it’s not misunderstood. I always look forward to talking with her
Written on Aug 12, 2025 after therapy with Janel "Elle" for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, anger management, and adhd
Intelligent points made at the right times, thank you for knowing where I’m coming from
Written on May 14, 2025 after therapy with Janel "Elle" for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes
We’ve only had a few sessions together but I feel really good about our connection. She listens and validates my feelings but helps me work through the rough patches. I am excepted to continue with her and see progress!
Written on May 10, 2025 after therapy with Janel "Elle" for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
She’s great, really cares about you, takes time to listen. Will tell you the truth because she knows what’s best for you, but will support you in any choice you make.
Written on Jul 27, 2024 after therapy with Janel "Elle" for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes
Elle is the most empathetic therapist I’ve ever known, no judgement at all. I confide in her with everything
Written on Jun 12, 2024 after therapy with Janel "Elle" for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd