I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida. Being in this field for 30+ years has allowed me to work with many people with various issues affecting their lives. This history includes; counseling battered women, abused children, adolescents and adults regarding substance use, military Veterans/active duty soldiers and their family members, family and couple therapy, people diagnosed with a severe and persistent mental illness and early in my career people diagnosed with Developmental Disabilities. My approach to therapy is eclectic, always respectful, kind and eternally optimistic that each of us has the ability to make changes and live the life we imagine. Everyone's story can have a happy ending.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Communication problems
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
FL LMFT MT2404
FL LMHC MH9698
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I am grateful to have Phyllis as my therapist. Her calm and present demeanor provides a safe space for me to explore my inner self. She has been an exceptional guide, helping me discover my own personal solutions and fostering a sense of inner teamwork. With her support, I’ve learned to integrate the parts of myself that feel nervous or anxious, allowing me to cultivate a greater sense of self-worth and presence.
For this reason, I continue with her on a maintenance plan, utilizing unlimited texting and meeting monthly. I believe we all deserve someone to talk to who isn’t family but is a professional. Phyllis has been particularly instrumental in helping me cope with my brother's death by suicide, providing compassionate guidance during such a challenging time. Her insights have truly empowered me on my journey, and I appreciate her support immensely.
Written on Sep 25, 2024 after therapy with Phyllis for 4 months on issues concerning grief
The best therapist I’ve ever had.
Written on Aug 30, 2024 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 years and 8 months on issues concerning family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues
I love Mrs.Phyllis Marcus. She helped gain my confidence in myself back.
Written on Aug 28, 2024 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, and coaching
I love having Phyllis as my therapist. She is so understanding, really gets me and inspires me to have confidence in myself
Written on Jun 17, 2024 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 years and 6 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse
Very understanding
Written on Jun 03, 2024 after therapy with Phyllis for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Phyllis has been SUCH a wonderful fit for my needs. She actively listens, positively redirects my thoughts, and navigates every conversation with so much kindness and intelligence about every situation I’ve thrown her way. She’s the sort of therapist that makes me go around telling everyone how wonderful therapy is haha!
I absolutely love talking with her, and recommend her expertise to anyone who needs the emotional support. I deal with a lot of anxiety surrounding past trauma, and within 5 sessions she’s really helped me see myself through a more positive lens. Thank you so much Phyllis!
Written on Apr 11, 2023 after therapy with Phyllis for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd