- Guilt and shame
- CBT and DBT
- Parenting support
About Billie
Billie Jo Wagner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida with four years of clinical experience. She works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, self-esteem, life changes, ADHD, relationships, trauma and abuse, grief, career questions, depression, and issues around guilt and shame.
She uses straightforward conversation to help people understand what they are feeling and why it matters. Sessions focus on concrete steps and skills people can use between meetings. Billie Jo names Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Existential Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy among the approaches she draws on.
Her style centers on listening and helping people notice patterns that keep problems going. She talks through thoughts, behaviors, and relationships to find practical ways to reduce overwhelm. For people carrying shame or guilt, she helps separate past actions from current choices and examines how those feelings affect daily life.
Billie Jo has worked with a wide range of life situations, including caregiver stress, blended family issues, autism-related concerns, aging and geriatric issues, family of origin problems, codependency, and issues like infidelity and isolation. She also supports people facing disasters, control issues, impulsivity, and forgiveness questions.
Her practice operates in Florida and sessions are conducted in English. Before booking, people are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session so Billie Jo can understand their immediate concerns and goals.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and helping people describe what matters most to them. Online sessions using this approach tend to be conversational and oriented toward understanding the client's values and goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses practical exercises to shift unhelpful patterns; online CBT can include homework and short skills practice between sessions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches emotional regulation and distress tolerance skills, which can be practiced in weekly sessions and with exercises done between meetings.Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to decide which combination of methods fits their needs, goals, and preferences. That means adjusting focus over time based on what is helpful and practical for the person's life.
Session formats were not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. For people balancing caregiving, work, or school, remote sessions can help keep momentum on weeks that are otherwise full. Licensed professionals often adapt exercises and homework to work in everyday settings rather than relying on lengthy in-person visits.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What types of concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, parenting, self-esteem, life changes, ADHD, relationships, trauma and abuse, grief, career issues, depression, and guilt and shame among other focus areas.
How does she approach guilt and shame in sessions?
She helps people notice patterns in thoughts and behavior, and talks through how guilt or shame shows up in daily life. Work includes practical skills and reflection to clarify choices moving forward.
What is her clinical background and experience?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida with four years of clinical experience and a stated Level 1 Professional Certification in Trauma and Resilience.
Where is her practice located and what credential does she hold?
She practices in Florida and holds the FL LCSW credential as listed.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking by using the platform's scheduling steps, as formats were not specified in the biography.
How are sessions billed or paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.