Welcome! My name is Lugannys Soto and I am a licensed mental health counselor in Florida, and a National Certified Counselor. I have eight years of experience working with at-risk children, adolescents, adults and their families in a community mental health setting. I have worked directly with clients with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, substance abuse, anger management, communication, parenting problems, ADHD, and family conflicts.
My counseling style is interactive, strength-based, and collaborative. I believe in the therapeutic relationship and building good rapport with my clients to create a safe space to have open dialogues about their concerns. I believe in treating everyone with respect and compassion. We will work collaboratively to discover strategies and solutions that work best for you. My approach combines person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
Being aware of your needs and seeking help is a difficult yet courageous choice. If you are ready to take that step, I would be honored to walk with you on this healing journey, to support you, and empower you towards the path to wellbeing.
I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Coping with grief and loss, Intimacy related issues, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Abandonment, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Money and financial issues, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-love, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
FL LMHC MH18691
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Lugannys Soto. 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 genuinely feel like I’ve found the perfect therapist for me. She is incredibly understanding, patient, and compassionate, especially during the moments when I struggle to put my own emotions into words. She has a way of helping me untangle my thoughts, look at them from different perspectives, and better understand myself without making me feel like I need to have everything figured out.
One of the things I appreciate most is her ability to strike the perfect balance between allowing me the space to work through things on my own and stepping in with guidance when everything starts to feel overwhelming. She challenges me to reflect and grow while also making sure I feel supported throughout the process.
Her ability to create a safe space is truly incredible. I feel comfortable letting my guard down and showing up as my full, unfiltered self, messiness and all, without worrying about being judged or feeling like I’m too much. She makes me feel heard, understood, and accepted, even on the days when I struggle to understand myself.
She is always energetic and uplifting, yet her voice and presence are so calming. She brings such a wonderful balance of warmth, encouragement, and reassurance to our sessions. Most importantly, she has never made me feel like a burden, even when my emotions feel messy or difficult to navigate.
I’m genuinely grateful to have found someone who makes me feel safe enough to be vulnerable, supported enough to work through difficult things, and encouraged enough to keep growing. Finding a therapist who feels like the right fit can make such a difference, and I feel incredibly fortunate to have found that in her.
Written on Oct 09, 2026 after therapy with Lugannys for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I love how much im able to say and discuss with Lugannys. I find myself at peace after a session and ready to face my on going problem with a new perspective. She’s gentle and caring and really listens to me.
Written on May 11, 2026 after therapy with Lugannys for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, and anger management
Simply put Lugannys is wonderful. She is knowledgable, caring and clearly wants the best for me! I couldn't recommend her more.
Written on Jun 08, 2022 after therapy with Lugannys for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Lou is absolutely incredible and I’m so thankful to better help for introducing me to her.
Written on Apr 26, 2022 after therapy with Lugannys for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Very personable and professional. She has been a great help to me in my life.
Written on Aug 19, 2021 after therapy with Lugannys for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
She is very caring and she listens to me. I feel like I can trust her and open up. I love having her as my therapist and I look forward to seeing and talking to her
Written on Jun 11, 2021 after therapy with Lugannys for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd