You have been trying to help your child for a few months now. You are frustrated, tired and worried. All you want is for your child to feel good about themselves, get along with others and be successful. You have tried sticker charts, time-out, taking things away, talking and reasoning with them. Lately, what usually happens is you lose your patience and then regret yelling at them. You never imagined you would be looking for therapy for your child. Maybe it's the school that has suggested you get help for your child. At this point, you just want a professional to take over because you just don't know what else to do anymore.

I have extensive skills with adolescents/adults/families yet conceptualize my role as guiding others to vibrantly re-illuminate their lives. My passion for psychotherapy stems from my appreciation for communication as a healing agent, intensified by my MSc. in Speech Pathology from McGill University. When challenged by traumatic medical events, I was struck by patients’ capacity to recover cognitive-linguistic functioning as well as purpose/identity. At Nova Southeastern University, I cultivated expertise in individual, family, and group counseling with sensitivity to language differences/disorders and/or multiple disabilities.

I have a broad range of clientele that I have worked with in the past. My focus is on women of all ages working toward empowerment and looking to overcome their past struggles. The goals for my clients are transformation and healing through integrated approaches of mindfulness, nutrition, fitness, and psychology. However, I have also worked with kids on the Autism Spectrum as well as teens that are struggling with behavior problems, families, and couples. My goal for each one of my clients is to give them the skills that they need to be independent, fulfilled, and able to thrive in their life.

Let me help you--TURN CONFLICT INTO CONNECTION. Couples who avoid addressing problems, continue in negative, hurtful patterns, or wait too long to get help can destroy their trust in each other and their commitment to the relationship. Stop Fighting, and Start Understanding. This is a huge opportunity to improve your relationship. Pain creates motivation to change. Smart couples who care about their marriages seize moments like these, and make the investment in professional support and guidance. Good marriage counseling helps you learn about each other, solve problems, learn how to communicate and repair your faith in each other.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Family Coach with an extensive amount of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. I specialize in working with children and adolescents with behavioral issues that are school and home related, LGBTQ children and adolescents. I advocate and provide coaching and counseling/behavioral services for parents who have a child with Autism and other related disabilities. Whether you need assistance with sibling conflict, parenting skills, coping with stress, I am here to help!

"I am a Bilingual Licensed Mental Health Counselor practicing in Weston, FL. I work with adolescents, young adults, adults, couples and families. I specialize in the treatment of Substance Abuse, Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Anger Management, Self Esteem, Trauma, Assertiveness Training, Eating Disorders, Sexuality Issues, Family and Relationship Conflict, and Woman's Issues".

I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families who are in distress or desire personal growth. I believe that a supportive, compassionate therapeutic relationship is the basis for change. My approach to treatment is flexible and individualized integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a variety of insight oriented and problem solving approaches that help my clients achieve positive change leading to happier lives and fulfilling relationships.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist who enjoys helping individuals with depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, eating problems, existential and grief issues, and difficulty in relationships. I also specialize in behavioral medicine and the treatment of sleep disorders, chronic pain, smoking cessation, trouble with behavior modification, and stressors related to managing a chronic illness. Having worked with individuals, couples and families in both hospital and private practice settings, I welcome the opportunity to help you find creative and innovative solutions to living a balanced life.

Without challenge there is no growth in life. But challenge brings change and change can feel uncomfortable and frightening. Challenge comes in many packages and always affects us emotionally. Dealing with the emotions will improve the way you face your challenge and help you to cope as you walk your life's path. Sometimes we don't know how we are meant to feel about our challenge and our mind goes crazy trying to process it. Together we will sort through your thoughts and feelings, we will uncover the limiting beliefs and fears that keep you stuck so you can break through and succeed.

I am a licensed mental health counselor and a certified addictions professional. I truly enjoy what I do and it is evident to those I treat. I believe the client/counselor relationship is so important to the success of your treatment. I create a non-judgmental environment where you can feel comfortable without fear of judgement or stigma. I believe that change is possible at any age.

I have worked with children and adolescents my entire career. I am trained in CBT, Play Therapy, Family Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT and Psychodynamic Therapy. I have been successful In building rapport with children and their parents. I am bilingual speak fluent English and Spanish.

I am a licensed mental health counselor and have been practicing for more than fifteen years. I believe everyone has the potential and inner resources to resolve their problems and make positive changes in their life. Often times people get stuck and need the helping hand of someone who cares and understands about their personal struggles. I believe in a collaborative approach and working together on developing effective solutions to problems. I invite you to have the courage to take that first step. I have a special interest in stress and anger management, grief/loss, trauma, and career counseling.

Do you struggle with finding your purpose and identity in life? Know that I am here to help you navigate through life with confidence and empower you to live the life that you were created for. I pride myself in providing quality care and personal integrity as I work one-on-one to assist you in creating the solutions you seek. I utilize multiple therapeutic approaches to gain an understanding of the issues at hand and incorporate resources that can help you move forward in life. If you are seeking a sense of individuality, freedom from negativity, healthy boundaries, and a sense of control for your life I can be of assistance.

Guess What? You're not "broken" and you don't need to be "fixed." I named my practice Self Empowerment Counseling because each of us has strengths inside that remain undiscovered, untapped, or maybe even misused. So forgive yourself for feeling lousy, angry, sad, anxious, stuck or whatever else it is that's disrupting your life right now. Instead, pat yourself on the back for reaching out for a safe source of support. See, you've already discovered one of your strengths: Courage.

Sometimes we can get stuck or overwhelmed in life and we look for relief in different ways. I understand that change can be scary and asking for help is not always easy. Usually with a little more insight, we can learn to see our personal problems as opportunities to grow, so that we can move forward with more confidence. At times we may just need someone to listen and offer reassurance. Other times, we may be looking for the right tools to create change and healing on a deeper level. You see, when we react to obstacles in life, we do so by using

I want to take this opportunity to let whoever is reading this know that half the battle is won. You are reaching out for help and researching the best form of care for you or a loved one; that is the first and sometimes the hardest step! You may also be asking yourself: "What if I don't connect with my therapist?", "What if no one can help me?", or "Will I be judged or misunderstood?" I believe in fostering a strong therapeutic relationship to promote growth and change in my clients. I value utilizing a warm and collaborative approach. I see therapy as a team-effort, where we work together in order to achieve goals.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist with training in integrative psychotherapy and multicultural counseling which means that I am trained to integrate several techniques or utilize different approaches to assist my client's attain their goals and find their solutions to the current problems. I believe in approaching the process of therapy with openness and with great respect to my client's needs and special life circumstances. At this time, I am working with adolescents and adults. I am bilingual (English/Spanish).

You deserve to be happy and to live in a loving, fulfilling relationship. You can enjoy all that life has to offer and break free from the hold that substances and addictive behaviors have on you. Let us help you unlock your potential for joy, interest and desire you have been looking for. We have over 20 years experience assisting individuals, couple and families in their journey through this messy life. We are experts at helping adults and adolescents with anxiety, depression, anger management as well as substance abuse and addiction issues.

Do you need help? Are you feeling lost coping with your own or someone else’s substance abuse/alcohol problem? Or, perhaps you are experiencing relationship conflict, divorce, financial hardship, job loss or depression? Moving forward can be tough, but this can be a great start. Today you are one step closer to creating possibilities for change. I provide counseling for various issues including addiction, substance/alcohol abuse for individuals, their partners, and their families as well as recovery support groups.

In my practice, my goal is to always meet clients where they are and identify the strategies that will help them make meaningful and lasting changes in their lives. I recognize that some people seek therapy with clearly defined goals in mind, while others are simply trying to "figure things out" and determine their future directions. I tailor my approach to the individual needs of each client, and draw from my 20 years of clinical experience when developing treatment plans. I offer individual and couples therapy, either in person or via phone or video conferencing when necessary. Goal directed coaching services are also available.