
Katherine "Katie" Amit
I am a mental health counselor licensed in Florida with over 8 years of experience working with families and individuals of all ages. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, family issues, OCD and ADHD. My counseling style is empathetic and non-judgmental. I believe in treating everyone with compassion and sensitivity toward their experience. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and mindfulness counseling. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

Dr. Arthur Betancourt
Hello, my name is Dr. Arthur Betancourt and I am a clinical psychologist in Miami, Florida. For the past twenty-five years I was on the faculty at the University Of Miami, Miller School Of Medicine. At UM I was able to work with a wide variety of different patient populations. Many of these patients presented with complaints of anxiety and depression secondary to different types of stressors in their lives. My clinical work with these patients was focused on helping them to cope more effectively with the stressors in their lives. This was done by firstly, helping these individuals to examine their thoughts and behaviors and how these contributed to their emotional and behavioral difficulties. Then, secondly, helping them to explore and learn/adopt new and more effective thoughts and behaviors. This process can help individuals to function /cope better. Thank you for your attention, and I look forward to working with you.

Diana Soto
Hi, I’m Diana Soto--a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that understands how difficult it can be to reach out for help. If you have found yourself on this page, know that this is the first big step in your journey towards healing. Over the past 17 years I have had the privilege to work with individuals from all walks of life experiencing anxiety, depression, low self esteem, relationship issues, high stress, codependency, trauma as well as grief and loss to name a few. My passion has always been to help others and now it has become my purpose—to walk with you on your journey to self-actualization and help you take back control of your life. In our therapy sessions, my goal is to provide you with a non-judgmental and collaborative space. Everyone needs a little extra support and a safe space to be able to process what challenges you may be facing. I know life at times can get the best of us and it becomes hard to find our balance in the chaos of the day to day. Trauma is never your fault and together we can help you achieve your goals using your own unique strengths you already possess.

Shanda Hope
I am licensed in Florida with 24 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma, depression abuse, 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. 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.

Teresa Hess
I am licensed in Florida with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I also have experience working with motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. My passion for mental health stems from a deep-seated belief in the power of self-discovery, resilience, and the potential for positive change. I firmly believe that every person possesses unique strengths and abilities that can be harnessed to overcome life's challenges and achieve a fulfilling and balanced life. I am equipped to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, active listening, and evidence-based techniques. I am committed to tailoring our sessions to your specific needs, whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, or any other mental health concern.

Jerrold Jacobson
My ideal client might be any individual in need of assistance to help themselves feel better, more capable-confident and able to resolve whatever 'problems in living' have interrupted their lives. There are times we may need the support of another caring person, perhaps not directly involved with our lives, to listen, reflect, help us consider alternative approaches. This perspective remains central to my intervention techniques, delivered with sensitivity to individual needs. My specialty is born of the blending of two bodies of knowledge, one focused on interpreting everything as behavior through the lens of learning theory and the other chemical dependency/abuse of substances (CAP). The intersection of these areas can be fruitful, giving rise to creative counseling applications & excellent outcomes. In addition, my practice evolved to include knowledge gained from groups, Anger Management, Batterers' Intervention Program, and Substance Abuse. As a seasoned professional counselor I've had the opportunity to work in a variety of settings, typically full-time employment supplemented by a private practice. Having been employed by an Area Agency on Aging in PA, since relocating to the State of Florida my most recent experience was with the Department of Juvenile Justice. Private practice has ranged from court-ordered (Anger Management, Batterers' Intervention Program, Substance Abuse) to EAP to self-referrals. It would be my distinct pleasure to assist you in addressing & resolving any identified issues contrributing to disturbance of your emotional balance. Please contact me at your earliest convenience; I look forward to meeting and working with you!

Tracy Foster
I am licensed in Florida with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety; coping with addictions; trauma and abuse/PTSD; & bipolar disorder among other diagnoses. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. While my approach is eclectic in nature, I primarily use cognitive-behavioral (CBT) and dialectical behavior (DBT) therapies. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. You have made a very hard and important first step of seeking help and I am proud of you!

Kaylee Munoz
I am licensed in Florida with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe everybody has the power within them to reach their goals, but sometimes need a little extra support in getting there. I am a guide to help you meet your potential and be the best version of yourself. I am here to support you through that process of growth and change.

Michael Bombka
I am licensed in Florida with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Ashley Miller
I am licensed in Florida with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief, coping with loss, parenting issues, motivation, & self esteem. I also have experience working with 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.
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What types of therapists are available to clients in El Portal?
Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in El Portal that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.
Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in El Portal available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. El Portal therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, El Portal therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the El Portal region and in the state of Florida.
How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?
Therapists in El Portal can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in El Portal may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in El Portal offering online therapy or in person?
Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.