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Dr. Wildelia "Delia" Santiago

Therapist · Florida

Practical, steady support for life changes

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Dr. Wildelia "Delia" Santiago
Credentials
LMHC
License
LMHC, Florida · MH21462
NPI
1942755020
Experience
13 years
Languages
Spanish
Location
Florida
  • Compassionate listening
  • Practical strategies
  • Spanish spoken

About Wildelia

Dr. Wildelia "Delia" Santiago is a Florida-licensed mental health counselor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, and relationship concerns. She also supports those coping with anger, life changes, trauma and abuse, and mood challenges such as bipolar disorder. She speaks Spanish in addition to English.

Delia keeps the room straightforward and approachable. She aims to create an open space where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgment. Sessions focus on practical steps people can try between meetings. The goal is to make small changes that add up to clearer choices and less overwhelm.

Her work draws on several evidence-based approaches to fit different needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps spot and shift unhelpful thinking patterns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy supports people in clarifying values and taking committed action. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and empathy as a way to strengthen a person's own problem-solving.

Delia also draws from Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy when those methods fit a person's goals. She collaborates with each client to choose tools that feel useful and realistic. Her style is steady, practical, and centered on the person in front of her.

With 13 years of experience as an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - she aims to help people move toward more satisfying relationships and a calmer daily life. To begin, people are invited to take a few steps to match with her and schedule a session.

Therapeutic approaches and how they fit online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify what matters most to them and take small steps toward those values even when emotions are strong. It can be useful for stress, anxiety, grief, and feelings of emptiness. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on spotting patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going and then practicing concrete alternatives to reduce symptoms like low mood and worry. Client-Centered Therapy centers on empathic listening and support so a person can build their own insight and resilience.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to see which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That may mean combining strategies or shifting focus over time as progress is made.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow check-ins from different locations. It can also let people try a shorter or more focused session when life is hectic. Licensed professionals and therapists often adapt exercises, homework, and skills practice so they work well in an online setting.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

13+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

Spanish

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does this therapist help with?

She supports people facing stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem and depression, as well as relationship and family concerns. Additional focus areas include abandonment, attachment issues, codependency, and coping with life changes.

How would you describe the therapeutic style?

The approach is warm and down-to-earth with an emphasis on listening and practical steps. Sessions aim to help people try small changes and build skills that fit their daily life.

What is the therapist's background and experience?

She holds 13 years of professional experience working with mood, trauma, and relationship-related concerns. Her work focuses on helping people find clearer choices and manageable coping strategies.

Where is the therapist licensed and practicing?

The clinician is licensed in Florida as an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor and practices from that state.

Are sessions offered in languages other than English?

Sessions are offered in Spanish in addition to English.

Can international clients work with this therapist?

Yes, she accepts international clients; confirm scheduling details when you set up your first session.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with this therapist?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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