With the Internet having so much information, many people think it is easy to research their problems and find online tools to help them. What I have found over the years is that when people do this, they tend to work in isolation with no objective person to hear them and make sure they use the tools they found. This is why it is so important to have a therapist help you in your process of self-improvement. So if you feel overwhelmed or unfulfilled, your online search has brought you to the right place. I can help you with emotional issues such as self-esteem, depression, anxiety, anger, and stress. I also help you with other areas of your life that become affected by these issues such as relationships, communication, parenting, work or your education. I am comfortable and have experience working with people of all faiths and cultures as well as being an LGBTQQIA (also known as "sexual minority") affirming therapist. My counseling style includes Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness to help people make the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. CBT involves learning about the issues like depression or self-esteem and completing exercises to learn your current mindset and how to change it. Mindfulness is related and is about being aware of yourself and living in the present moment as well as being focused on positive goals. Using these two strategies helps you to stay focused and adds accountability to prevent you from slipping back into old habits. Clients leave sessions with clarity on who they are, what they want, and how to get it, stress-free. My purpose is to help you stop surviving and start living! Still not sure if this is right for you? Take a look at the testimonials below to see what others have said about our work together. I have over 20 years of experience in social work as a therapist, researcher, teacher, and trainer. I have worked in a variety of settings including inpatient treatment, outpatient treatment, K-12 public schools, as well as colleges and universities. I also founded The SWEET Network, LLC (Supporting Women to Empower and Enhance Themselves): a counseling service that provides individual and couples therapy, specializing in women of color and trauma. My goal is to provide you with simple tools to apply to everyday life.

I have spent the first 14 years of my career keeping families intact including the prevention of incarceration, psychiatric hospitalization, and foster care placements. I’ve worked with hundreds of individuals and families in very vulnerable situations, helping them to move forward in life feeling better, more sure of themselves, with stronger relationships. I believe that the most important thing I bring to every individual I meet is the use of myself as a person to help them to feel safe with me so that they can become open enough to allow change to happen. A supportive and trusting relationship between us will be the foundation for your healing and growing. I know how difficult it can be to take the leap into therapy, which can feel like a vulnerable experience. I am here to support you in this vulnerable space so that we can do the work together for you to feel better and achieve your goals

Hello! Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I am Janet Wise-Thomas, a Licensed NYS Clinical Social Worker who has been working for over 30 years with individuals with chronic illnesses and who have suffered many forms of psychological and physical trauma. My work with young adults to seniors who struggled with variety of presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, community violence and gender identity. I am sensitive and respectful for multi/cross-cultural factors, and trained others on cultural competency. In the end, it is about building therapeutic relationship with you that is compassionate, warmth and in-tune with your needs. My therapeutic approach draws from many disciplines, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness and Solution-Focused Therapy. I am a strong believer in collaborating with my clients to help them create and accomplish their goals. Whether it is dealing with symptoms of depression or anxiety, or getting back to normalcy after experiencing trauma and/or going through a life crisis. Over the years, I have been privileged to work with many individuals and families looking to increase their overall stability and find joy and purpose in their lives. I do not have a “one size fits all” approach. Each individual or family constellation has specific needs, and my coaching and counseling reflects the importance of tuning into their concerns. Let’s talk about how I can help you in your journey to a better and healthier you! In addition, I have undergone intensive training in Pastoral Counseling through Fordham University’s School of Religion and Religious Studies. My training and experiences included offering grief and crisis counseling in hospital settings such as the Emergency Room and Intensive Care Unit. In the community, I provided pastoral care counseling to members at The Riverside Church in the City of New York. In these unprecedented times of disproportionate loss and grief, I have the skill set of empathy and compassion to help you as you grieve the loss of love ones, especially when you were not able to say goodbye. I believe that you work with a person in mind, body and spirit. Outside of my work as a therapist, I am a licensed fitness instructor who teaches yoga, Enerchi (a form of Tai Chi) and cardio-fitness (including Cardio Drumming) to persons of all ages. You are unique and you were created to do good things in this world for yourself and others. You are taking the steps to develop your potential! I welcome the opportunity to work with you and it is an honor to be your guide through your healing process.

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor licensed in New York State with four years of experience working as a counselor. I have worked with clients with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, bipolar disorders, depression, schizophrenia, antisocial personality disorders, relationship issues, aging and geriatric issues, codependency, and self-harm. I also have three years of experience working with individuals with severe persistent mental illnesses and my current full-time position is working in a facility with individuals with such illnesses. My counseling style is based on collaboratively working with clients in achieving the goals set out in therapy. I believe that the building of rapport is an essential element of counseling which helps in building therapeutic alliance. I also believe in treating anyone with respect, understanding and empathy. My approach implements Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused Therapy. Each treatment plan will be individualized based on the needs of each client and issue. Seeking therapy is beneficial to one’s mental health and it helps in promoting overall wellness. As you take the step to promote your mental health, I want to mention that doing so is brave. I look forward to hearing from you soon!

I am a New York State licensed PhD Psychologist with more than 25 years’ experience in the public and private sectors. My doctorate in Psychology is from Fordham University and I have a post-doctoral degree in Speech and Language Pathology from Columbia University . I specialize in working with a diverse population of adults with mild reading or language-based difficulties and those with severe learning disorders. Often self esteem and anxiety in applying for jobs or maintaining employment can go hand in hand. My practice incorporates collaborating with the clients to turn key ideas. I also have expertise in guiding young adult students who will be immigrating to the US and/or spending time abroad and the stressors involved in this. I am very knowledgeable on relaxation techniques as well as mindfulness. I can help you to incorporate strategies to reduce anxiety and get to the tasks that need to be accomplished! I enjoy helping individuals find motivation within themselves to push their career choices forward and be successful. Building of time management and executive functioning skills is a key component for success in school and on the job. My goal is to work together with the clients to identify the steps needed to build these areas in order to reach one's school and work goals. I am a person centered psychologist with a warm and compassionate style. Together we will work to navigate the process.

I am a person-centered therapist that is looking forward to the opportunity to partner with you in achieving your personal goals. I like to approach life’s challenges with empathy and work with you to develop realistic solutions to create lasting positive change in your life. My experience is working with clients from diverse backgrounds and a wide-range of issues, from trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, relationship issues, and complex medical conditions.

I am licensed in New York with over 3 years of experience as a social worker. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with life changes, relationship struggles, navigating medical crises, & compassion fatigue. 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 licensed in New York as a therapist and Georgia as a specialist in treating substance use disorders with over 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, relationship issues, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & bipolar disorder. 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. 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.

I am licensed in New York with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with depression, anxiety, addiction, anger management, stress, trauma & 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. 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.

I am licensed in New York with 22 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with mood disorders, stress , anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, & 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 licensed in New York with 30 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in New York with 23 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, & 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. 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.

I am a Mental health Therapist with over 24years of experience working as a psychotherapist and life coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My therapy style is empathic, warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with dignity, respect, sensitivity, and compassion, no judging, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychotherapy (talk therapy), psychoeducation and mindfulness. I will tailor our dialog and individualized treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. If you believe the phrase "you are what we think", then life truly stems from your thoughts. But we cannot rely purely on thoughts; we must translate thoughts into words and eventually into actions in order to manifest our intentions. Being in the present to openness, trust, and nonjudgmental I am here to give support encouragement and to empower you. I look forward to working with you!

Carol Watler has lived in the Orlando area for over 20 years. She has been a mental health therapist for approximately 17 years total (including training) and also served as a hospital Chaplain for 7 years. She is Board Eligible for Certification with the Association of Professional Chaplains and a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors with a Certification in Critical Incident Stress Management. She obtained her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University and her Masters of Divinity from Regent University. She is licensed by the State of Florida as a Mental Health Counselor and is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst Candidate. Ms. Watler provided spiritual and emotional care for patients, families and staff at Orlando Health Systems from 2003 to 2009. As the Manager of the Chaplaincy Department at South Seminole Hospital, she ministered to patients and families at various levels of the grief process. She also ministered to hospital staff to assist them in coping with the day-to-day stressors often seen in emergency room personnel. Ms. Watler began her career as a therapist in 2003 with Lakeside Alternatives while completing her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling. She meshed her skills as a chaplain and her training as a therapist to enhance the service she provided to her clients. In 2009, Ms. Watler made the decision to embrace her calling and her career as a mental health counselor. She obtained her license from the State of Florida and returned to Lakeside Alternatives from 2009 to 2010 as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor wherein she found herself providing counseling, therapy and psychotherapy to juvenile clients and their families. In November 2010, Ms. Watler opened another chapter in her life in furtherance of her mission statement which is based on Isaiah 61:1-3. Ms. Watler became Founder and CEO of Hope For Tomorrow Mental Health Services, LLC which provides individual and group counseling and psychotherapy to adults and juvenile clients and their families. Ms. Watler is the proud mother of three young adult professional women and the grandmother of three. She volunteers her services within her local community by conducting workshops that assist attendees with managing certain life issues such as stress, grief and other coping skills. She also provides assistance with referrals, as needed, to various advocate groups, churches and parish nurses to name a few. Ms. Watler is truly able to provide her clients with “HOPE FOR TOMORROW” by ensuring that each client receives effective psychiatric treatment strengthened by faith, encouraged by hope and inspired by love. Carol provides clients with straight-forward counseling services that produce results through the use of the following components: Comprehensive: treatment focuses on all aspects of the individual’s life to achieve the stated goals. Counselors take a holistic approach and create treatment plans that address the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual well-being of an individual. Effective: results in months not years. While every client cannot be “cured” instantly, therapy will produce tangible results. Clients are motivated to continue to better themselves when they can see tangible evidence of progress. Being able to obtain that progress in a shorter time than most of the competition positions Hope for Tomorrow in a position for success.

I am licensed in New York with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, coping with grief, coping with loss, & depression. I also have experience working with 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. 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.