Therapists in Florida

Hello! My name is Danica Bokal and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Florida with over 8 years experience in the mental health field. I have worked with individuals and families with many different needs and concerns. I have have specific experience working with individuals going through a life transition. This includes alcohol, drug, and other addictive behaviors; depression; anxiety; career changes; coping skills; identity; and trauma. I also am specifically sensitive to LGBTQ+, women's empowerment, and men's mental health specific needs. I approach any of my clients as individuals and seek to learn what they are going through and use evidenced-based interventions towards their goals. My approach is specifically beneficial on this platform as I use a combination of psycho-education and psycho-therapy that my clients can do on their own and together throughout the week. I offer an authentic, empathetic, and warm approach that is also active and directive. As a therapist, my goal is to encourage you towards a better you. I offer a safe, inviting, non-judgmental environment to help you in your personal growth. You have the resources inside of you and I will help show you how to use them. If you are committed to creating a more fulfilling and meaningful life, I look forward to working with you.

Hello and congratulations to the second step in taking care of you! My hope and intention is to be of assistance to those who are open to change and healing. We all go through experiences that may leave residual hurts, lingering pain, confusion or even a need for re-discovery. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 14 years of experience and have an eclectic style in my approach to therapy. I work to help those gain insight, stimulate change and create new connections while being a witness and support throughout their journey. My specialties include Anxiety, Functional Depression, Trauma, Personal Growth & Life Changes. I have experience working with those who struggle with (but not limited to): various mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety & post traumatic stress, sexual violence, trauma, abuse, coping with life stressors, grief & loss, and relationship issues. I have worked with individuals, families and couples, professionally and voluntarily, in providing various modalities of therapy facilitated on a local and international level. The variety of techniques I provide are as follows: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Play Therapy, Sandplay Therapy, Art Therapy, Faith-based Spirituality, Motivational Interviewing and the Gottman Level I method all which are directed by the needs and goals established by the client. Take a step, jump and dive right into your own success in progress. Looking forward to being a part of your journey to wellness. One last thing, if you were wondering what the first step was. Well, it was your decision to face your concerns and ask for help. Keep it up, you got this!

Welcome! My name is Denise Billings and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in South Florida with close to 9 years experience. I service the community with a broad, multifaceted expertise in counseling patients with diverse issues including mental illness, anger management, life skills deficits, trauma, and more. Licensed professional with the ability to quickly establish a rapport and facilitate positive change within families. Compassionate therapist fully capable of conducting cognitive/behavioral therapy in English. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has been working with adults and adolescents for almost 9 years, I describe my clinical approach as using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution Focused since everyone comes with different needs and problems. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don’t believe in stigmatizing labels. If you already took the first steps, I am here to encourage and empower you. Specialties • Depression • Anxiety • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Issues • Anger Management • Behavioral Issues • Bipolar Disorder • Chronic Pain • Coping Skills • Divorce • Family Conflict • Parenting • Peer Relationships • Self Esteem • Couples issues • Trauma and PTSD

Nothing is more rewarding than helping people acknowledge and utilize their natural capacity to heal, survive, overcome, and thrive. The therapy hour typically feels less like a chore and more like having a genuine, present experience where clients have the space to show up exactly as they are and be themselves. We all deserve the time and energy it takes to have a deep and meaningful relationship with ourselves, and it is my privilege to sit alongside my clients as they do this important work. When I work with clients, I like to create a safe, judgment-free zone where the client feels comfortable talking about anything and everything. I am an empathic, warm, and open-minded person. I like to create a space where clients come in and discuss whatever they want without fear or pressure. I use a combination of therapeutic modalities, such as psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and person-centered. I will recommend coping skills or practice work assignments that clients can do outside of our sessions as needed. I have supported people through anxiety, depression, mood instability, life transitions, domestic violence, day-to-day stressors, and many other concerns. I work toward gaining the client's trust so they feel that I am a professional support here for them to work through any of the life stressors that they may be facing. I also emphasize creating a more balanced life by helping clients discover what self-care practices work for them.

I am licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida with 9 years of professional work experience. I graduated from St. John's University with two master's degrees my first master's degree is MPS which is master's in professional studies in 2007 and my second MSEd which is master's in clinical mental health counseling in 2013. I am originally from New York City and moved to the sunshine state in 2014. Prior to getting into counseling, I worked as a paralegal in various settings. I decided that I wanted to be a mental health counselor in my late twenties, and I am so glad that I made this career change. I feel my life experience and my education can help my clients with their everyday challenges. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, anger management, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in Florida with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, lack of motivation, self-esteem, and confidence issues, career difficulties, & coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our discussions and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in Florida with 26 years of professional work experience. I have extensive experience working with young adult clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I am a client-centered counselor trained in trauma informed care, CBT, and DBT. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in Florida with 30 plus years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients individually as well as in couples. Some of key areas are dealing with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, infidelity, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) and a National Certified Counselor (NCC) in sunny Florida with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, managing depression, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem and confidence. I currently work with veterans and love teaching skills and promoting healing through psychotherapy. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs using evidence based counseling theory. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. I am here to support, process, & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in Florida with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.