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Patti Collard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lutz, FL 33558  (Online Only)
Hi there! Let me start by telling you a little bit about myself. I have been a licensed practicing clinician since 2010. I am trained and experienced in a specialized form of therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), but I also practice Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. I enjoy working with adolescents, college students, and adults with a wide range of challenges, such as Borderline Personality Disorder, depression (including postpartum), bipolar disorder, anxiety, eating disorders, substance abuse, self-harm, identity issues, and relationship issues. I also have experience working with patients in acute psychiatric crisis.
Hi there! Let me start by telling you a little bit about myself. I have been a licensed practicing clinician since 2010. I am trained and experienced in a specialized form of therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), but I also practice Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. I enjoy working with adolescents, college students, and adults with a wide range of challenges, such as Borderline Personality Disorder, depression (including postpartum), bipolar disorder, anxiety, eating disorders, substance abuse, self-harm, identity issues, and relationship issues. I also have experience working with patients in acute psychiatric crisis.
(727) 261-1284 View (727) 261-1284
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Dr. Amy Green
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD, PsyS, NCSP
Verified Verified
Lutz, FL 33558
I work with school-age children (Pre-K to 12th grade) and their families to help identify areas of need and develop strategies to promote student success at school and in life. Many students may find it difficult to maintain attention and focus, meet behavioral expectations in the classroom, overcome anxiety, interact with their peers, or make adequate academic progress. Parents often feel the emotional impact of these challenges as they support their children navigating through them. My aim is to provide a safe and encouraging environment where all students and families feel supported in reaching their goals.
I work with school-age children (Pre-K to 12th grade) and their families to help identify areas of need and develop strategies to promote student success at school and in life. Many students may find it difficult to maintain attention and focus, meet behavioral expectations in the classroom, overcome anxiety, interact with their peers, or make adequate academic progress. Parents often feel the emotional impact of these challenges as they support their children navigating through them. My aim is to provide a safe and encouraging environment where all students and families feel supported in reaching their goals.
(813) 737-0297 View (813) 737-0297
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Dalida Delgado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSP, QS
Verified Verified
Lutz, FL 33558  (Online Only)
Everybody at some point of their life have experienced some sort of stress or has known someone who has been through a traumatic event that has affected their quality of living. Are you experiencing difficulty with focus , self regulation and expression? There are treatments that exist that can increase ability to cope and deal with stressors .Mental health is a journey, not a destination. Embrace the process and celebrate your progress. You don't have to struggle in silence. Reach out for support and start your healing journey.
Everybody at some point of their life have experienced some sort of stress or has known someone who has been through a traumatic event that has affected their quality of living. Are you experiencing difficulty with focus , self regulation and expression? There are treatments that exist that can increase ability to cope and deal with stressors .Mental health is a journey, not a destination. Embrace the process and celebrate your progress. You don't have to struggle in silence. Reach out for support and start your healing journey.
(813) 906-1831 View (813) 906-1831
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Jillian Sarandrea
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lutz, FL 33558  (Online Only)
When human beings experience trauma or severe life stressors, it is not uncommon for their lives to unravel. My great passion is bringing healing to people who have been through a traumatic/stressful experience. I help my clients, who include children, adults and families, to find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as peaceful, complete, whole and safe.
When human beings experience trauma or severe life stressors, it is not uncommon for their lives to unravel. My great passion is bringing healing to people who have been through a traumatic/stressful experience. I help my clients, who include children, adults and families, to find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as peaceful, complete, whole and safe.
(813) 590-4401 View (813) 590-4401
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Claire Bazile
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, QS
Verified Verified
Lutz, FL 33558  (Online Only)
Are you seeking a compassionate and supportive space for your mental health journey? Look no further. Whether you're a child or an adult, we're here for you. Our focus is on empowering individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, relationship issues, low self-esteem, and stress. We offer telehealth therapy only. I am a Bilingual Licensed Mental Health therapist with over 9 years of experience.
Are you seeking a compassionate and supportive space for your mental health journey? Look no further. Whether you're a child or an adult, we're here for you. Our focus is on empowering individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, relationship issues, low self-esteem, and stress. We offer telehealth therapy only. I am a Bilingual Licensed Mental Health therapist with over 9 years of experience.
(813) 796-7789 View (813) 796-7789
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Nicole Whitley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, GC-C
Verified Verified
Lutz, FL 33558
Grief can be looked upon as a "club" that one enters involuntarily, yet becomes a life long member. Often time, one "thinks" they have processed losing a loved one, however, during our sessions we will uncover you have not. Grief is also not limited to losing a loved one by death but also going through a separation/divorce, loss of a home or income, or loss of normalcy (as so many of us experienced through the pandemic). My ideal client is one that finds themselves "stuck," "numb", "on auto-pilot", one who finds themselves often irritable, angry, sad or in despair. Let's finally take the steps needed to process your grief and heal
Grief can be looked upon as a "club" that one enters involuntarily, yet becomes a life long member. Often time, one "thinks" they have processed losing a loved one, however, during our sessions we will uncover you have not. Grief is also not limited to losing a loved one by death but also going through a separation/divorce, loss of a home or income, or loss of normalcy (as so many of us experienced through the pandemic). My ideal client is one that finds themselves "stuck," "numb", "on auto-pilot", one who finds themselves often irritable, angry, sad or in despair. Let's finally take the steps needed to process your grief and heal
(813) 790-5809 View (813) 790-5809
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Meridian Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, MCAP
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Lutz, FL 33558
Hello! My name is Emily Gilbert, Owner and Clinician at Meridian Counseling Center. I value the opportunity to help clients move forward in their journey towards hope, joy, and quality of life by removing barriers in accessing treatment.
Hello! My name is Emily Gilbert, Owner and Clinician at Meridian Counseling Center. I value the opportunity to help clients move forward in their journey towards hope, joy, and quality of life by removing barriers in accessing treatment.
(352) 388-7004 View (352) 388-7004
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Jennifer Wasik
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lutz, FL 33558
Over 20 years of experience working with aadults. I provide a safe and confidential space where clients can discuss their concerns and receive guidance and support. Likewise, I provide a therapeutic relationship that fosters trust, empathy, support, and understanding. I strive to assist clients to improve their well being, gain a better understanding of themselves, and their relationships.
Over 20 years of experience working with aadults. I provide a safe and confidential space where clients can discuss their concerns and receive guidance and support. Likewise, I provide a therapeutic relationship that fosters trust, empathy, support, and understanding. I strive to assist clients to improve their well being, gain a better understanding of themselves, and their relationships.
(813) 414-5933 View (813) 414-5933
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Kortney Ploski
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, RMHCI
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Lutz, FL 33558
Hello, hi, heyy, wut up, hola! My name is Kortney Ploski. I am the owner and lead therapist at Resilience Mental Health Services, Tampa. I am a qualified mental health professional and Licensed Registered Mental Health Intern, with over 7 years of mental health experience. I received my undergraduate degree from the University of South Florida. I graduated my masters level education with honors granted from International Honors Society of Psychology at Nova Southeastern University.
Hello, hi, heyy, wut up, hola! My name is Kortney Ploski. I am the owner and lead therapist at Resilience Mental Health Services, Tampa. I am a qualified mental health professional and Licensed Registered Mental Health Intern, with over 7 years of mental health experience. I received my undergraduate degree from the University of South Florida. I graduated my masters level education with honors granted from International Honors Society of Psychology at Nova Southeastern University.
(813) 896-3480 View (813) 896-3480
Photo of Lauren Roberts, Licensed Mental Health Counselor in 33558, FL
Lauren Roberts
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lutz, FL 33558
Lauren truly enjoys working with adults, couples, and children ages two and older, along with providing parental support through a love and logic approach. Lauren enjoys working with a variety of issues ranging from Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD), Adjustment Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Depression and Couple’s Counseling.
Lauren truly enjoys working with adults, couples, and children ages two and older, along with providing parental support through a love and logic approach. Lauren enjoys working with a variety of issues ranging from Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD), Adjustment Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, Depression and Couple’s Counseling.
(727) 732-4549 View (727) 732-4549
Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists

Who is DBT for?

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.

Why do people need DBT?

The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behavior and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.

What happens in DBT?

Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behavior, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.

How long does DBT last?

Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioral change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.