Therapists in South Miami, FL

My only goal is to help you and your family work through life's challenges — big and small. I am a Florida Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with an online therapy practice. I completed by M.S. in Marriage and Family Therapy at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida in 2000. I have a B.S. in Social Work from Muhlenberg College in Allentown, Pennsylvania. In the fifteen years since I began helping individuals and families as a therapist, I have focused my practice on brief therapy and solution-focused therapy. My goal is to make sure my clients reach a quick and effective solution to their varied challenges without dwelling on what brought them to therapy. I have worked with hundreds of clients from all walks of life in private practice and in multiple hospital settings in Florida, New York, and West Virginia. I taught other aspiring therapists as an Adjunct Professor of Marriage and Family Therapy at Marshall University in Charleston, West Virginia. My experience has provided me with a deep insight and a practical view of the problems people face in their personal and professional lives. I have worked with families on relationship issues, marriage problems, and chemical dependency. As a result, I can help address a variety of issues in your life.

I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. For the last 8 years I've been working as a mental health therapist with individuals and families in their home and school settings. I've been able to help individuals with varying needs at a wide range of life stages who experience anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, early symptoms of eating disordered behaviors, and other difficulties related to life stress. I currently have certifications and specialized training in addressing distress and traumatic events across the lifespan. My counseling style is empathic, supportive and motivational. I'm eclectic in my use of treatment modalities, however I most often utilize cognitive-behavioral, humanistic and person-centered techniques. I believe it is essential for me to make adjustments to my style if it better enables you to reach your personal goals. I understand it probably has been difficult to make the decision to seek out help in facing whatever is causing you any level of unhappiness. Since you're here I believe that means you're ready to make the transformation you envision. I'm ready to help you work on establishing fertile ground for limitless personal growth.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (VA) and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (FL). I have over 3 years experience working in a non-profit setting, a residential crisis stabilization unit, a community mental health agency, and a private practice, along with nearly 20 years of experience in a variety of fields including marketing, higher education administration, and K-12 online education. I have worked with a wide range of clients dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, family and relationship issues, career challenges, and other various stage of life concerns. I also have extensive training and experience working with clients with body-focused repetitive behaviors such as trichotillomania and skin-picking. My counseling style is warm and non-judgmental and I believe in treating all people with respect and compassion. My counseling approach combines cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and solution-focused counseling. I am a collaborative and goal-focused clinician who understands that you are the expert in your own life and I will work with you to 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 a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

I specialize in helping individuals and families who struggle with trauma, grief, and daily stressors. I serve the military community and their families through life transitions. I specialize in women's issues, self-esteem, postpartum depression, anxiety, and trauma to lead peaceful and fulfilling lives. I provide personal professional care, walking with my clients through their pain until they reach their ultimate goal of healing. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida. I have a PhD in Psychology, with more than thirty years of mental health experience. My practice modalities include some Cognitive Behavioral techniques, Motivational Interviewing and EMDR. I work with families, adults, adolescents, and couples. I believe that everyone can lead and live fulfilling lives. I am a faith-based clinician and I challenge my clients to use their faith and beliefs as part of their healing and continued life of wellness.

I became a social worker because I like what social worker stands for. The social worker works with individuals, families, groups, and communities. Social workers work in an effort to meet the basic needs of an individual and enhance an individual social functioning, self-determination, optimal health, and overall well-being. I enjoy meeting people and am interested in listening to their stories. My work is rooted in helping each person reach their goals. Earning a bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Florida Atlantic University alongside my master’s degree in Social Work from Florida International University I focus on addressing the needs of the community and individuals by providing therapeutic services. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my treatment approach is client-centered, strength-based, and cognitive behavioral therapy. I also use solution-focused practices that compliment my motivational interviewing skills to drive positive results within my client base. I have experience working with individuals struggling with mental health disorders, low self-esteem, negative self-talk, and trauma. Every individual is unique and my approach caters to the needs of the individual and meeting them where they are. I believe in empowering and helping the individual become the better version of themselves. I am dedicated to improving the well-being of those that suffer from mental illnesses or are faced with life’s many and often perplexing hardships. Choosing me as your therapist means choosing the best version of you. You're halfway there, let's go all the way... together.

I am licensed in Florida with 22 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. 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.

I am licensed in the state of Florida with over two decades of professional work experience. I have a master’s degree in counseling psychology and have worked with a variety of clientele with varying challenges, such as: relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, depression/anxiety, self-esteem, confidence, and coping with life changes. It is my goal to treat everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, as I know it is not always easy to open up about yourself with others. I am a firm believer that each of us comes with our own answers to our questions and solutions to our problems, but often need support in getting clear on what that is and what it looks like for them. This is where I come in. I can help you make the connection of what it is you truly desire for your life, and then support you in creating it. I consider this an opportunity for us to partner in support of your moving from a space where you no longer want to be, and towards a place where you desire and feel more fulfilled. Your participation in our communication together will support me in creating a tailor-made treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I commend you for taking the first step towards the change you want to see take place in your life. I am here to support and empower you on that journey. Please feel free to reach out for a good mutual meeting day and time for us to connect, if you don't see something that works for you right now.

I am licensed in Florida with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in Florida with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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 Florida with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & 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!