Amra Mesic , LMHC

Amra Mesic is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Florida who combines academic training with practical experience to support individuals and families facing a range of challenges. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of North Florida, a Master of Arts in Counseling from Webster University, and recently completed a PhD in Advanced Studies in Human Behavior from Capella University. As an LMHC she provides evidence-informed care drawing from several therapeutic modalities to give clients practical tools and strategies.

Fluent in English and Bosnian, Amra has worked in individual, family, and group formats and focuses on concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, ADHD, family conflict, parenting, grief, relationship issues, self-esteem, anger, stress, coping with life changes, and LGBT-related concerns. She integrates approaches like cognitive behavioral interventions, client-centered techniques, mindfulness practices, and motivational interviewing to tailor work to each person she sees.

Amra strives to create a warm, non-judgmental space where each treatment plan reflects the client’s unique needs and goals. She emphasizes collaboration, helping clients build skills that fit their daily lives and values. Please note that she is unable to provide therapy to residents of Duval County.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Amra commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and client-centered therapy in her online work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and replacing them with more effective strategies - it is well suited for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy, respect, and collaboration, creating a space where clients lead the process and develop insight and self-directed change.

She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which helps people clarify their values and accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to meaningful actions. ACT can be especially helpful for coping with chronic stress, life transitions, and issues that involve avoidance patterns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Amra works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best align with their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts techniques over time as progress is made.

Online sessions are available by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain consistency in therapy, access support from home, and fit sessions into busy lives while working with a licensed professional.