Therapists in Florida

Hello and welcome to BetterHelp. I’m Lydia Antonatos, a licensed psychotherapist based in Florida. I hold a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University and bring over 15 years of experience in human services and mental healthcare. My background includes work with crisis lines, social services, community clinics, non-profits, and hospital-based outpatient programs. As a bilingual therapist (English and Spanish), I take pride in serving the Hispanic/Latinx community. I specialize in working with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, chronic stress, low self-esteem, life transitions, and other personal concerns, all of which can be addressed on an individual basis. I am also a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP), providing research-supported strategies to assist clients better understand and manage anxiety. I provide online therapy in a safe, confidential, and welcoming virtual space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported. I am currently accepting new telemedicine appointments and offer flexible scheduling—just reach out in advance to arrange a time that best suits you. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready for change, I’m here to support and guide you in gaining clarity, building resilience, and moving forward with greater confidence and self-awareness. I have the experience and ability to address a wide spectrum of issues related to: • Anxiety and stress • Mood disorders (Depressive and Bipolar disorders) • Low self-esteem • Anger management • Substance use/dependence and addictions • Difficulties related to the social environment • Tapping into available community resources I look forward to working with you in any forum that you feel more comfortable with. Years of experience: 15

I am an individual, couple, and family therapist with experience helping people find solutions to a wide array of presenting problems. I specialize in working with: Teenagers and Adults struggling with self esteem issues, depression, anxiety, loss of hope, Couple and family / relationship issues dealing with family stressors, blended families, and parenting/co-parenting issues. I have worked extensively with families with child and adolescent problems. I believe the most effective and efficient way to help a person is to involve other members of their family so that the family reinforces any program of change. At Family Solutions Counseling, my practice is faith-based. My faith and life experiences are why I chose to become a Counselor. I also approach client concerns from a Solution-focused perspective. We all possess strengths and resources that can be used to attain personal growth and overcome life's challenges. Each person is doing the best they can considering the context they live in and the relationships that exist in their lives. My job is not to judge but to build a level of trust and provide support.

Life is ever changing; the challenge is to be able to manage and keep moving forward while maintaining a positive and healthy mindset. Most of the time the answers to our questions, fears and even desires are just a matter of reaching forward to take action and working through it. Let's work together, I'm here to help. We are communal beings and benefit from the assistance of someone coming along side us to help. That is what I believe therapy is a collaborative effort to reach your desired goals. I am a graduate of Regent University (2011) with a Master's degree in counseling, a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia, and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida. As an outpatient therapist, I enjoy working with individuals, families, and children. I have extensive experience working with groups, individual counseling, premarital, marital, couples, family relationships, adults, adolescents and children. I have worked with children in schools as a therapeutic day counselor, intensive in-home counselor working with at- risk children and their families. I have also facilitated support groups for individuals dealing with depression, anxiety and bipolar.

I am licensed in Florida with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, lgbtq+ related issues, motivation, self esteem, confidence, depression, & executive coaching. I also have work with professional coaching. 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I have been a practicing social worker for more than 30 years . Much of this experience has been working in a large public teaching hospital in Miami, Florida. The scope of service that the hospital provides is quite comprehensive which afforded me opportunities to work with a very diverse population . i have counseled patients and their families dealing with a variety of illnesses, both physical and mental health, survivors of sexual assault, and also providing counseling to patients in a correctional setting. I like challenging situations. My style of counseling is very eclectic, depends on the client and their unique set of problems. This can range from client centered, solution oriented or cognitive behavioral as many people are coming to therapy to learn new ways of thinking and alternative coping strategies. given some of the events of the past year, many people are experiencing additional stressors, particularly the LGBTQ community and am very interested in providing services to this population. I am looking forward to learning along with you.

Thank you for taking the time to review my profile. I operate in the business of restoring hope and believe in the resiliency of people to overcome adversity. When given tools and affirmations, people have the power to rise above and take control. It is my pleasure to work with individuals, couples, and families who are motivated to learn; I want to help you cope with challenges and enhance your quality of life! I have over 12 years experience working with all populations struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, ADHD, addiction, relationship/family conflict, grief, spirituality, and adjustment issues. I also have an extensive history working with children and adolescents struggling with behavioral issues and learning disabilities. I provide an eclectic, empirically validated approach to counseling as I believe in offering clients what they need for healing. I provide a warm and nurturing environment in order to set the stage for challenges; I encourage clients to engage in such challenges, all of course to foster growth! When you're ready to take this journey, let me walk it with you!

I am a Bi-Lingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 39 years experience in working with adults, and the elderly population. I have worked with foster care children and adolescents that were in the foster system. Additionally, I have many years of experience as a Director for the DUI programs and provided education, individual and group therapy to clients with substance abuse problems. I have experience in working with clients with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, self esteem issues, career challenges, substance abuse, domestic violence and other mental health diagnosis. I am certified in Domestic Violence as an assessor and group facilitator. Additionally, I have been a Director of Quality Assurance for both State and County Program to insure that agencies were providing quality services to their clients, and were in compliance with Federal and State Laws. I have trained many therapist on ethics, treatment planning, group therapy, and assessments. I have always treated clients with respect, with an awareness of cultural diversities. I interact with my clients with empathy and an understanding and sensitivity to their needs, and the different issues they are experiencing. Some of my therapy approaches are Cognitive-Behavioral, and Solution Focus and treatment planning is individualized to the client needs. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Many people suffer with issues and try to find solutions on their own. But I am ready to WALK and WORK with you. YOU ARE NOT ALONE.

My mission is to inspire others to live their purpose. For over 25 years, I have coached individuals, couples and families with their relationships. The #1 relationship problem goes beyond communication. It is learning to resolve conflict and getting stronger through it. It is about accepting differences for what they are. Whether you just want a stronger relationship or you are in a crisis and do not know which way to turn, the only thing holding you back right now is probably fear. Ask yourself: What would love do? I have a passion to help people have happier lives. First and foremost, we must understand ourselves. Our pain that is not resolved does not end when we leave a relationship. We pass them on to our children and we carry them into our next relationships. It is important for us to have conscious relationships so that our children will have a better chance of being successful in their own relationships. Otherwise we will watch them repeat our mistakes. A therapeutic relationship mimics our other relationships. It is important that we practice mutual respect. This would include making your therapy appointment a priority just like you would your other relationships and if something comes up and you need to change your appointment (other than an emergency that you cannot control) I ask that you would show enough respect to give at least 24 hours notice so the time can be available for someone else. A therapist must model the bevavior that they coach you to have in your relationships. Therefore, after two no shows or cancellations without 24 hours notice, I will ask you to find another therapist out of respect for myself and my other clients who need the time that you must not value enough. This is a consequence not a punishment. My latest appointment is 5 P.M. These are available by request.

I am licensed in Florida with 17 years of professional work experience. I have significant experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I have experience working on coping with life changes. 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in Florida with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & trauma and abuse. 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I am a strong believer that everyone has the power within themselves to truly heal from any past hurts and to return back to their pure joyful state of existence and be happy in one’s life sometimes we just need a little hope and inspiration and guiding force to get back on track!!! I can be that guidance you may need !!!

I am licensed in Florida with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, 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. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am a dedicated and experienced licensed clinical social worker, with over 30 years of professional counseling experience and educational training. I've worked with many different age groups, from young children to the elderly - and assisted clients with a wide range of issues. My experience includes: working in outpatient, transitional, inpatient and crisis services - and with a wide range of populations including the specialization of children diagnosed with AD/HD, abuse & trauma victims of all ages (including shelter, hotline and court services), children's counselor/ child crisis/ protection/ parenting centers, couples, families/ family counselor agencies, military families (family of many veterans), mandatory work referrals, adjudicated adolescents (was executive director of treatment programs), school systems (taught regular and alternative education), offenders (worked in correctional system/ prisons), individuals needing long-term placement, developed programs for the disabled, and those with chronic or terminal conditions (worked as LMSW for hospice - settings included hospitals, nursing homes, ALFs, Memory Care, etc. ) Therapy and counseling can provide relief and personal growth for people seeking positive changes in their lives. It is helpful, especially during difficult times, to have an objective, compassionate professional who will focus on your strengths and abilities, in a confidential and non-judgmental environment. I look forward to meeting with you to begin a journey toward workable solutions and great possibilities on your path in life. Let's begin today. Please note: As a policy, I ask for your agreement to not electronically record telehealth sessions without prior consent. Laws that protect HIPAA confidentiality in the office - also applies to telehealth sessions - including mandatory and permissive exceptions to confidentiality. Thank you.

I am licensed in Florida with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, teen issues, parenting issues, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, anger management, motivation, self esteem, geriatrics, confidence, life transitions, and career challenges. 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. My approach combines an eclectic style which includes elements of cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Functional Family Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, Brief Therapy, and Person Centered Therapy. 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 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, depression, concentration, & memory. I also have experience working with focus. 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.