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Hello,
My name is Waynette Speakman. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Florida and I am also a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC) through the National Board of Certified Counselors. I am also a Board Certified -TeleMental Health Provider (BC-THP). I graduated from the University of South Florida in 2007 with a Master's in Counseling.
I primarily work from an Adlerian counseling perspective as it utilizes psychodynamic, cognitive, and behavioral techniques. I incorporate cognitive and behavioral strategies into counseling to facilitate goal-directed positive behaviors, while also taking into account past history, birth order and family dynamics. Adlerian therapy is goal directed and future focused, therefore we will not spend too much time on past history, rather add it to the other pieces to create the best possible picture. I will integrate solution-focused strategies and motivational interviewing techniques to encourage problem solving from a positive goal oriented perspective.
I am really excited to meet you and start working with you.
Professional experience
11yrs in practice
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Eating disorders, Anger management, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Attachment Issues, Blended Family Issues, Body Image, Codependency, Communication Problems, Control Issues, Dependent Personality, Divorce and Separation, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Isolation/Loneliness, Jealousy, Life Purpose, Money and Financial Issues, Self-Harm, 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 Waynette Speakman. 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.
Truly the best therapist. Waynette cares about me and my growth and is always giving me new tools to be able to handle the obstacles that arise in my life. I’ve been seeing Waynette for about a year and a half now and I could not imagine where I would be without her!
Written on Feb 02, 2023 after therapy with Waynette for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
She is fantastic! Genuine and empathetic. She dives in and is fully invested!
Written on Jan 12, 2023 after therapy with Waynette for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, and parenting issues
Waynette has been extremely helpful in my healing journey. I am forever grateful for her, and all the tools and resources she has provided me.
Written on Dec 13, 2022 after therapy with Waynette for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and grief
She is the best.
Written on Dec 09, 2022 after therapy with Waynette for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, and adhd
I look forward to our talks. I feel validated and i find the feedback very empowering !
Written on Dec 01, 2022 after therapy with Waynette for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Waynette gives me a lot of very helpful suggestions that I’m able to carry throughout my day to day life. She is funny, relatable and very down to earth with her input and advice.
Written on Sep 21, 2022 after therapy with Waynette for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
phenomenal. she should teach how therapists should relate to their patients.
Written on Apr 27, 2022 after therapy with Waynette for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Smart, empathetic, and incredibly understanding! You can tell her anything and come out feeling better, with an improved outlook and plan on how to proceed further in life. Waynette is simply the best of the best. After trying out quite a few different therapists, I can confidently say that Waynette is miles ahead of most and it's a priviledge to work with her.
Written on Apr 12, 2022 after therapy with Waynette for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Waynette has been wonderful to work with as I began therapy for the first time. She always makes me feel comfortable when we talk. She responds to my messages quickly and is always able to creat an appointment time that works for me. She really cares about how her clients are doing and will check in on me if she hasn’t heard from me. I really appreciate her!
Written on Mar 12, 2022 after therapy with Waynette for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, eating disorders, and self esteem
I am beyond thankful that I’ve been matched with Waynette. She is an amazing therapist, she has helped me through so much and I can’t express how grateful I am for her.
Written on Mar 12, 2022 after therapy with Waynette for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Waynette is genuine, insightful, and offers a multitude of techniques in her therapy to get the best results. I'm very happy to have her support.
Written on Mar 03, 2022 after therapy with Waynette for 9 months on issues concerning self esteem, and adhd
Ms. Speakman has truly helped me getting my confidence back in who I am as a person, a friend and a partner.
Written on Dec 27, 2021 after therapy with Waynette for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She is absolutely amazing! Has helped me out a ton in the short time I’ve been seeing her.
Written on Nov 11, 2021 after therapy with Waynette for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and anger management
Waynette is amazing! She understands where I am at, and helps me use the tools she can provide to move toward where I want to go. She really cares about me, and is never judgemental about anything I may be experiencing. She is truly an amazing counselor, and is the best one I've found!
Written on Oct 13, 2021 after therapy with Waynette for 2 years and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, parenting issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Kindest, most rational, but coolest human I have ever encountered. Truly centered in her work! She’s full of resources.
Written on Aug 29, 2021 after therapy with Waynette for 2 weeks on issues concerning parenting issues
She is excellent, attentive, and Insightful
Written on Aug 27, 2021 after therapy with Waynette for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Waynette is the best!! She is so understanding and it feels like you are talking to a friend, only one more experienced in handling conflict.
Written on Jul 18, 2021 after therapy with Waynette for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, and compassion fatigue
She is the absolute best. I was uncomfortable with the idea of starting therapy, but she made me feel much more at ease. She is very goal-oriented, which works great with my objectives as well. She reallyhelped me re-frame some issues, and gave me realistic ways to help me work through them. I echo what others have said that therapy with her feels more like hanging out with a supportive friend. She continuously makes you feel better about yourself and more confident. Couldn't be happier to have met her.
Written on Jul 15, 2021 after therapy with Waynette for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, career difficulties, coaching, and compassion fatigue
My sessions with Waynette have felt very genuine. She seems to truly care about me and my needs. She offers helpful advice, reassures me of the "facts" and is very easy to talk to.
Written on Jul 12, 2021 after therapy with Waynette for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and adhd
So happy we matched it’s so easy to talk with her and I’m very happy I signed up !
Written on Mar 24, 2021 after therapy with Waynette for 2 weeks on issues concerning self esteem
I have been impressed with Waynette so far and I look forward to her help
Written on Mar 22, 2021 after therapy with Waynette for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassio
Waynette is God sent. She made me feel so comfortable when talking to her. It was so easy to express how I was feeling without feeling judged. She gives you a ton of resources to help that are really beneficial to getting your mental health back on track. I would definitely recommend Waynette to everyone. I really appreciate everything she has done to help me so far and for being so patient and compassionate to me. Thank you so much Waynette!
Written on Mar 21, 2021 after therapy with Waynette for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
It is very early in my relationship with Waynette. Based on my schedule, it has been difficult to schedule sessions and keep in touch as frequently as I imagined one could stay in touch. However, Waynette has been awesome, understanding, and supportive in whatever ways that she can be despite my schedule. She sends videos she thinks I might be interested in based on what we discuss, and she checks in periodically. I've felt very heard, seen, and supported in our short time together.
I wish I had more feedback to give based on more sessions, but so far I think she's wonderful.
Written on Mar 20, 2021 after therapy with Waynette for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
She has been very helpful so far
Written on Mar 18, 2021 after therapy with Waynette for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Waynette is honestly like that friend you call up who always knows just what to say or just when to listen. She always offers me sound advice, helps prompt me to dig a little deeper + has been such a highlight of my week!
Written on Mar 15, 2021 after therapy with Waynette for 2 weeks on issues concerning career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
I'm really excited to get started working on my issues in therapy with Waynette Speakman. She has given me plenty of work outside of our sessions to work on. She responds to my messages in a timely manner and is extremely easy to talk to. I feel like she has a wealth of knowledge that is going to be beneficial to apply to my life.
Written on Mar 13, 2021 after therapy with Waynette for 2 weeks on issues concerning eating disorders
The best
Written on Sep 07, 2020 after therapy with Waynette for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Waynette is amazing. I've been working with her a little over 3 months with issues related to anxiety, panic attacks and the recent tragic death of my 29 year old son.
I would highly recommend Waynette she is very caring and easy to talk to.
Written on Aug 30, 2020 after therapy with Waynette for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and sleeping disorders
Waynette is an amazing counselor. She truly listens to me and I know that I can count on her all the time! I am so glad that I joined Betterhelp and that I was paired with her.
Written on Aug 12, 2020 after therapy with Waynette for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She is truly amazing. This is exactly the reason I joined BetterHelp! I’m happy that she The first person I’ve spoke with since I feel much better about my future and my plans moving forward.
Written on Jul 24, 2020 after therapy with Waynette for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
In the short amount of time I’ve spent talking to Speakman, she is passionate and dedicated, it shows she really cares about me and helping me get better.
Written on May 29, 2020 after therapy with Waynette for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
Ms. Speakman has been a life saver. I’m a lot calm these days. My anxiety is under control because I know I have someone I can express my feelings to. I wish I had her help several months ago. I wouldn’t be so broken now.
Written on May 27, 2020 after therapy with Waynette for 2 weeks
Waynette is the best counselor I've even seen. I felt comfortable with her immediately. She listened and cared. Waynette paired the most effective therapies for my individual issues. The results were far greater insight and strategies for success than I have ever encountered. I'm forever grateful and highly recommend Waynette -- and BetterHelp -- for helping me move forward.
Written on Jan 02, 2020 after therapy with Waynette for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Waynette is an amazing counselor. She’s has always made me feel and she is well versed in helping me with my needs. I highly recommend her.
Written on Dec 07, 2019 after therapy with Waynette for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Waynette was extremely easy to speak to without any judgement. She quickly understood my concerns and provided me with tools that I was able to put in place which quickly helped remediate my situation. Thanks for always being there.
Written on Oct 04, 2019 after therapy with Waynette for 2 months
Waynette is fantastic!! I love working with her and appreciate her expertise.
Written on Oct 02, 2019 after therapy with Waynette for 2 months on issues concerning coping with life changes
Waynette is extremely caring and respectful towards her patients. She shows professionalism and support at the best. She offers several different ways of participating into the therapy program and makes me feel comfortable to share even the most personal things about me. I am glad I have a knowledgeable, professional counselor.
Written on Sep 29, 2019 after therapy with Waynette for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Thank you for your help.
Written on Jul 05, 2019 after therapy with Waynette for 2 weeks on issues concerning coping with life changes
I finished my journey for now with Waynette and it was difficult but awesome. I was feeling pretty broken when I started and not even sure life was worth the effort it took. She helped me find my way back to a place of happiness and now I can again enjoy participating in life with the ones I care about and who care about me. I felt all alone when I started but you really made me feel like I had an alley and help me walk through some very difficult trauma from my past in order to find some closure. Thank you Waynette for your kindness, support, and wisdom. I don't think I could have gotten through it all without it.
Written on Jun 21, 2019 after therapy with Waynette for 4 months on issues concerning depression, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Working with Waynette has been very helpful. She is responsive, caring and insightful, and as a counselor, her personality is a great fit for me. My experience with this platform and especially Waynette has definitely exceeded my expectations.
Written on May 19, 2019 after therapy with Waynette for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and parenting issues
Waynette does a wonderful job of making me feel like I matter. I don't know how she treats her other clients, but every time we start a session she is always happy to see me and talk to me. She always has a lot of energy and her energy helps me feel better and happier and more able to do the things I need/like to do. The greatest thing that Waynette has helped me with is understanding that I am not alone.
Written on Apr 17, 2019 after therapy with Waynette for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Ms. Speakman has done an excellent job understanding and offering me suggestions on how to work through my issues. I love that I could talk to her every day day instead of once every two or three weeks. I think we were a good match. I am hoping that after I get through my current crisis that I will be able to check in from time to time with her as other difficulties arise.
Written on Apr 01, 2019 after therapy with Waynette for 2 weeks
Waynette is a true professional who doesnt try to show off by using lingo that lay people wouldnt understand. She is very supportive and offers ways in which the client can participate in their own journey. She actively listens and is genuine about her caringness for others.
Written on Mar 14, 2019 after therapy with Waynette for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and anger management
She is so attentive and genuinely cares about doing everything she can to make sure you are in a good place mentally.
Written on Feb 26, 2019 after therapy with Waynette for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
Working with her has been completely a blessing she has taught me alot so far :)
Written on Feb 07, 2019 after therapy with Waynette for 2 days on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and coaching
Waynette Speakman is a great counselor. She has helped me in so many ways. Before our first session she was always replying to my messages in a timely matter. She was always there to talk and was very helpful to me. My first video session with her went great! It is so great to be able to talk with someone who understands what you are going through and can give you advice to help you through it. I am so glad that I found her on here!
Written on Jan 30, 2019 after therapy with Waynette for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
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