As a licensed therapist in Florida with extensive experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through life's complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients navigate challenges like depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and personal growth. I have a deep commitment to addressing issues across diverse life stages—from young adulthood through aging and end-of-life transitions.
My therapeutic approach is compassionate and holistic, focusing on areas such as self-love, communication skills, social connections, and healing from isolation or shame. I particularly enjoy working with women, multicultural populations, and individuals experiencing significant life transitions. Whether supporting those managing mood disorders, processing grief, or exploring life purpose, I create a supportive environment where clients can develop meaningful insights and strategies for emotional wellness.
With 25 years of professional experience, I bring a nuanced, empathetic perspective to our work together. My goal is to help you understand yourself more deeply and cultivate resilience through collaborative, personalized therapeutic support.
Professional experience
25 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety Relationship issues Coping with grief and loss Career difficulties Depression
Additional areas of focus:Coping with addictions, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Executive and professional coaching, Compassion fatigue, Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD), Aging and geriatric issues, Blended family issues, Cancer, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Dependent personality, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Postpartum depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, 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 Renee Lafriniere. 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 believe Renne is an experienced professional and I believe that I will be receiving the treatment, help and support that I have been needing for a very long time. I have trust and faith that Renee will help me receive the help and support that I need. Renee is a very helpful and supportive listener and was very helpful in providing me with advice and guiding me towards the right direction towards my goals.
Written on Jul 11, 2026 after therapy with Renee for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching,
She is really nice and is very good at helping you get out of unproductive thought patterns by just putting things out there very plainly. It was really nice working with her.
Written on Jun 29, 2026 after therapy with Renee for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
She has been incredibly helpful and inspires me to continue getting therapy.
Written on Jun 17, 2026 after therapy with Renee for 4 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Amazing amazing therapist. I thought after my first therapist I would have not found an ideal therapist. Ms. Renee helped me change that in ways words cannot describe. I am truly thankful for her. I am so greatful to have her guide me through these tough battles I am experiencing as a young adult. Couldn't have asked for better in my opinion.
Written on Jun 10, 2026 after therapy with Renee for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Renee is very relatable and provides good insight.
Written on Apr 29, 2026 after therapy with Renee for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, and adhd
Renee is an exceptional therapist. She brings a rare balance of deep empathy, clarity, and practical insight to every session. She listens carefully, asks the right questions, and creates a space that feels both safe and productive. I’ve consistently left sessions with a better understanding of myself and clear tools I can actually use. Her guidance has been genuinely impactful, and I’m very grateful for her support.
Written on Dec 23, 2025 after therapy with Renee for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, sleeping disorders, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
I appreciate the way she listened to me and gave me something different to think about, and it made sense. She gave me something different helpful tools to begin to process everything.
Written on Dec 17, 2025 after therapy with Renee for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
She is very helpful and insightful and solutions focused and orientated. I have enjoyed working with her and look forward to seeing myself grow with her help.
Written on Feb 08, 2025 after therapy with Renee for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
great listener without judgement.
Written on Nov 21, 2024 after therapy with Renee for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
I first started chatting with Renee in 2021 and again recently after about a year and a half. She has been so helpful with giving me the tools I need to help me through some very challenging times in my life. She's extremely understanding and I truly feel comfortable talking to her about everything. It's great knowing I have someone to talk to who will genuinely be all ears and help you see the positivity when you feel like you're at rock bottom. Can't say enough great things about Renee!
Written on Jul 13, 2024 after therapy with Renee for 2 years and 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Very helpful
Written on Jun 24, 2024 after therapy with Renee for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She has greatly help me in a very short amount of time and I'm very happy I started using better help thank you Renee
Written on May 16, 2024 after therapy with Renee for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, coping with life changes, and adhd
She's been my best advocate for myself! Always having me have my own back. Very good woman and therapist
Written on Mar 31, 2024 after therapy with Renee for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, and self esteem
My therapist is awesome. She is so relatable! She has been through some of the things I i’ve been through so I know she truly understands.
Written on Mar 14, 2024 after therapy with Renee for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and parenting issues
I'd like for lots of people I know to have the opportunity to experience a session with René. I've had therapists in the past but none with her style of connecting on a personal basis. At first it was a little disorienting, more like talking to a friend than a paid professional. Luckily, I'd read another review that suggested sticking with it to see the benefit of her way of relating to her clients and I am glad I did. Her friendly, casual style really helped overcome the gaps in interpersonal communication that are inherent in online conversations. She got to know me, I came to trust her, and we had many wonderful conversations.
I am impressed by René's recall, her ability to connect seemingly disparate topics, and her willingness to meet me in whatever mood I might be in each time we talk. She made a big difference in how I was feeling about myself, my family, and my work. Over our many sessions, she gave me a lot to think about and held the threads of thought together over time. I have really enjoyed working with her and appreciate the improvement over how I was feeling when I first signed up for BetterHelp.
Written on Feb 08, 2024 after therapy with Renee for 1 year and 6 months
I absolutely love my sessions with Renee. I really wanted a therapist who would direct the conversation while also listening when something comes to mind and she does exactly that. Renee is very easy to have a chat too and we always have a good laugh about something during our sessions too. She will give me new ways to think about things or different ways I can approach challenges which are always super helpfull. Would highly recommend Renee!
Written on Sep 12, 2023 after therapy with Renee for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
I like Renee alot, she is a joyful lady who brings alot of life experience.
She has great advice for me!
Written on Jun 06, 2023 after therapy with Renee for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
What an amazing human, she is so kind and puts heart into her work I’m so grateful for her.
She is warm, kind, has wonderful advice.
Written on May 31, 2023 after therapy with Renee for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, and career difficulties
Excellent person and therapist.
Written on Apr 06, 2023 after therapy with Renee for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
Renee is an easy person to speak with about difficult issues. She can move quickly to the central problem and offer excellent solutions. She can establish a true relationship with ease. She has a natural manner which makes her able to establish a solid connection. On a scale of one to ten she would score a ten for excellent.
Written on Mar 29, 2023 after therapy with Renee for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
Very easy to talk to. Provides additional information and resources as needed.
Written on Mar 17, 2023 after therapy with Renee for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Very experienced and friendly.
Written on Feb 07, 2023 after therapy with Renee for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
She’s a good listener
Written on Dec 08, 2022 after therapy with Renee for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, anger management, and career difficulties
Amazing
Written on Nov 18, 2022 after therapy with Renee for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
I love her
Written on Oct 29, 2022 after therapy with Renee for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Amazing and caring therapist!
Written on Jun 20, 2022 after therapy with Renee for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
She’s great
Written on Jun 14, 2022 after therapy with Renee for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Renee is such a pleasure to work with. She really does a great job at finding ways to relate, and her decades of experience help her synthesize even the most complex issues.
Written on May 17, 2022 after therapy with Renee for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
She is a lovely woman and a great therapist, who listens and helps us wherever our concerns may be.
She is one of a kind!
Written on May 17, 2022 after therapy with Renee for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
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