Raquel Morales-Bello, PMHCI

Raquel Morales-Bello, MS, RMHCI, is a compassionate therapist dedicated to guiding individuals toward self-discovery and empowerment. She earned her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health and Marriage and Family Counseling from Barry University in 2017 and holds a Provisional Mental Health Counselor License. Raquel is fluent in Spanish and provides therapy at Genesis Counseling’s Pompano Beach office, as well as virtual counseling throughout Florida.

Raquel specializes in addiction and recovery, bringing extensive experience from both inpatient and outpatient settings. She has worked closely with individuals and families, providing psychoeducation, support, and therapeutic interventions. Her expertise extends to treating anxiety, depression, codependency, bipolar disorder, self-esteem issues, ADHD, and other mental health concerns affecting daily life.

Her therapeutic approach is eclectic, adapting to each client’s unique needs. She integrates techniques from:

• Motivational Interviewing – fostering personal motivation for change.
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – identifying and reframing negative thought patterns.
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) – developing emotional regulation and distress tolerance skills.
• Solution-Focused Therapy – highlighting strengths and actionable steps toward goals.
• Person-Centered Therapy – creating a supportive and empathetic space.
• Narrative Therapy – helping clients reshape their personal stories.
• Reality Therapy – focusing on personal responsibility and present-focused change.
• Family & Couples Therapy – improving communication and relational dynamics.
• Animal-Assisted Therapy – leveraging the healing power of animals in therapy when beneficial.

Raquel strives to create an atmosphere of unconditional positive regard, ensuring clients feel safe, understood, and empowered to explore their emotions and personal growth. She views therapy as a collaborative journey, helping individuals build self-awareness, develop effective coping strategies, and achieve their goals.

Originally from Venezuela, Raquel moved to the United States at 15 and deeply understands the importance of cultural sensitivity in therapy. As an animal lover, she integrates Animal-Assisted Therapy into her practice when appropriate, recognizing its profound impact on emotional healing.

Raquel is an Independent Contractor with Genesis Counseling and is in-network with major insurance providers, including United Healthcare, Optum, Oscar, Cigna, Aetna, FL Blue (BCBS), Curative, and Tricare East. She also accepts private pay clients with a session fee range of $125 to $175.

If you are looking for a mental health counselor in Florida who is experienced in addiction recovery, codependency, and trauma therapy, Raquel is available to support your journey. Contacted Genesis Counseling to schedule an appointment with Raquel today.