Orinthea Dodson LMHC-QS · Harmonious Hummingbird
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Therapy in Orlando & across Florida

Take a deep breath.
Your journey begins here.

Compassionate, judgment-free counseling that meets you exactly where you are — and helps you move forward.

Free 15-minute phone consultation · In person & telehealth

Orinthea Dodson, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Orinthea Dodson MS · MCAP · LMHC-QS
About

Hi, I'm Orinthea.

I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida with more than a decade of experience walking alongside people through anxiety, grief, and everything in between. My work is grounded in mindfulness, presence, and a deep respect for who you already are. I'm not here to fix you — I'm here to help you shed the patterns that no longer serve you and step into a life that feels authentically yours.

Much of my own path has involved navigating anxiety, and that experience shapes how I show up in the room: with honesty, warmth, and the conviction that healing is possible. You don't have to carry it alone, and you don't have to stay attached to the idea that this is just how things are.

I opened Harmonious Hummingbird in 2019 after years of work in addiction and co-occurring disorders, and in 2024 I became a Qualified Clinical Supervisor so I can support the next generation of counselors, too.

A little beyond the letters after my name

When I'm not in session, you'll usually find me outnumbered by our three dogs — a toy poodle, a Maltese, and a German shepherd who hasn't realized he's not a lapdog — or spending time with my husband and our son. I came to this work partly through my own healing, so I know what it's like to sit on the other side of the chair, and I don't take for granted how much courage it takes to start. I'm not the kind of therapist who nods along from behind a clipboard. I'll laugh with you, sit in the hard stuff with you, and gently call you forward when you're ready. Healing doesn't have to be heavy all the time.

Who I work with

A space where you can be fully yourself.

I'm proud to be a Black woman and therapist, and my practice is deeply rooted in serving the Black community. That pride is an open door, not a closed one. Clients of every background — people of color, the LGBTQIA+ community, and anyone seeking to be met with respect — find an affirming, judgment-free space here.

Rooted & affirming

Culturally responsive care that treats your identity and lived experience as central — never an afterthought.

Every background welcome

POC and LGBTQIA+ clients are genuinely seen and supported. You won't have to explain or defend who you are.

Meeting you where you are

Anyone navigating anxiety, grief, life transitions, identity, relationships, and more.

Why the hummingbird?
The hummingbird is the only bird that can fly forward, backward, or hold perfectly still. Like us, it gets to choose its direction — to dwell in the past, or accept what's happened and move ahead with hope.

In flight, its wings trace the shape of infinity — a reminder of the limitlessness of the human spirit. Harmony is the agreement to live in balance. Life can be hard, but choosing not to do it alone is the easy part.

Orinthea pausing to breathe in the scent of jasmine in a garden
A moment for you

While you're here, take a breath.

Healing starts with simply noticing how you feel. No app, no sign-up — just one slow breath together, whenever you're ready.

 
Where I focus

Therapy that's all about you.

I work with clients across Florida. These are the areas I'm asked for most — but if what you're carrying isn't named here, reach out anyway.

Anxiety

Your mind won't quiet down. You're three steps ahead of a conversation that hasn't happened yet — over-planning, over-functioning, bracing for something you can't quite name. We'll slow the spin and help you feel steady in your own life again.

ADHD

You're not lazy or careless — your brain just works differently, and the world wasn't built for it. Maybe you were diagnosed recently, or you've spent years quietly wondering why things that look easy for everyone else feel so hard. We'll build systems and self-compassion that actually fit how you're wired.

Therapy and support for living with ADHD — not testing or assessments.

Grief & Bereavement

Someone is gone, and so is the version of you that lived alongside them. People expect you to be "back to normal" by now, but grief doesn't keep a schedule. There's room here for all of it — the sorrow, the anger, and the days it still doesn't feel real.

I also work with
DepressionRelationshipsSelf-esteemLife transitions Identity & cultureAddiction & recoveryAdjustment & change Self-careMindfulness practicesCareer & purpose Personal growthStress management
In person in Orlando  ·  Telehealth anywhere in Florida

My approach

I draw from mindfulness, cognitive behavioral and acceptance-based work, humanistic and strength-based therapy, and culturally responsive care — chosen and blended for you, not pulled from a one-size-fits-all playbook. In plain terms: we'll get clear on what's weighing on you, work with your thoughts and patterns, and build practical tools you can actually use — moving forward at your own pace, and never rushed.

Could it be ADHD?

Does any of this sound like you?

A short, private reflection on experiences that are common for adults with ADHD. It takes about two minutes — answer based on what's true for you across a typical few weeks.

Please read first: This is an educational reflection — not a test, a diagnosis, or medical advice. Only a qualified professional can diagnose ADHD, and many of these experiences can also come from stress, anxiety, depression, poor sleep, or simply being stretched too thin. Your answers stay on your device and are never sent or saved.

Getting started

Three simple steps.

Reaching out is the hardest part. Here's exactly what to expect.

1

Reach out

Call or email to set up a free 15-minute phone consultation. We'll talk briefly about what's bringing you in and whether we're a good fit.

2

First session

Your first appointment runs about 45–60 minutes. There's no pressure — just space to talk, at your pace, in whatever direction feels right.

3

Find your rhythm

Many clients start weekly, then move to every other week as things settle. We'll find a cadence that fits your life and your goals.

Ready when you are.

Free 15-minute consultation · No commitment · Mon–Fri, 10am–7pm

For counselors

Clinical supervision for the next generation.

As a Florida Qualified Supervisor (LMHC-QS), I provide clinical supervision for registered mental health counselor interns working toward licensure. If you're building your hours and looking for a supervisor who's both supportive and honest — someone who'll help you grow into the clinician you want to be — let's talk.

Reach out at hhcounseling143@gmail.com to ask about availability.

What supervision with me looks like

  • Support toward Florida LMHC licensure requirements
  • A culturally responsive, affirming lens
  • Case consultation and skill-building
  • Honest, growth-focused feedback — no judgment
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Questions

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Contact

Let's talk.

The best way to begin is a quick call or email. I'd love to hear what's bringing you in and answer any questions — no pressure, no commitment.

Hours & office

Monday – Friday10:00am – 7:00pm · By appointment only
TelehealthAvailable to clients anywhere in Florida