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Do you feel stuck? Are you constantly stressed or unhappy? I provide a compassionate and nonjudgmental environment to work through the barriers that are preventing you living life to the fullest. I help people of all walks of life, families and couples, to cope with anxiety, stress, depression, anger, parenting, and relationship problems. Together, we will work to discover what is unbalanced in your life, clarify your values, and develop strategies to achieve a healthier, more satisfying life.

I recognize that each of us has an intrinsic drive toward health and happiness. Still, life’s difficulties can create patterns within us that outlast their usefulness. My goal is to guide and empower clients to implement meaningful change. I emphasize a collaborative approach to address the needs of the client most effectively.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Sex Therapist. I established a private psychotherapy practice in Sarasota 30 years ago and I am a co-owner of Alliance Counseling Services, a faith based counseling office. By faith based we are saying we provide emotional and spiritual care for the whole person honoring and respecting people of all religious/spiritual traditions. All people are welcome here. Included in my professional philosophy of sex therapy is the goal of incorporating a sex positive/sexually liberating approach with our clients' religious and spiritual beliefs; that the two are not mutually exclusive.

Life can present us with some pretty rough terrain to navigate. My goal is to help each of my clients discover, strengthen and utilize all of their internal and external resources so they can face the challenges, as well as notice, savor and increase the good moments. Events of the last few years have pushed many people to their limits. During these particularly challenging times, I offer clients a comfortable and safe setting to increase self-awareness and implement tools to cope with issues such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, problematic relationships, caregiver stress, and ADHD to name a few.

Dr. Westheimer works with individuals of various ages, but has specialized training in the treatment of children and adolescents. Her graduate studies also included a concentration in neuropsychology. Dr. Westheimer's pre-doctoral internship was completed at The Children's Home in Tampa, Florida with an emphasis on adoption preservation, childhood neglect, trauma, and evaluation. She also completed a rotation providing immediate crisis intervention, assessment and referral, and short-term counseling. Her post-doctoral residency was completed at a local forensic private practice where she remained for three years.

It may not feel like it at this moment, but experiencing positive and meaningful change is possible. Maybe you want to quiet your critical inner voice. Maybe you are looking to find more joy and meaning in your life. Or perhaps you have found yourself confronted with a situation that leaves you feeling overwhelmed, stuck or uncertain. These challenges have the potential to be transformative turning points in your life.

I have been working in this field for over 20 years. I thoroughly enjoy my work and have tried to become trained in as many modalities that I thought would benefit my clients. I work with adolescents, as well as adults. I use a client centered approach and also am trained in hypnosis for those who prefer that.

One of my favorite quotes from Brene Brown is "Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen". Today, more than ever, we are seeing a staggering amount of anxiety, depression and trauma in our society. It is so important for people of any age to learn skills and build resilience to cope with these challenges.Therapy provides that space for clients to work on this and to master the skills and to be empowered. I proved a warm and gentle environment for my clients to do so.

I focus on helping people improve their relationships. I work with married couples, unmarried couples, family members and individual adults wanting healthier relationships. Too often we get stuck in unhealthy patterns. Taking the first step towards change is not easy and takes courage. I will work with you to become unstuck and increase the love, joy and trust in your important relationships. I have been privileged to observe the progress of my clients for more than thirty years. I am able to provide telepsychology in all states that participate in PsyPact. For more information, go to my website.

I specialize in working with those living with chronic illness and wellness needs. My own personal experience led me to this professional journey to help those facing issues such as chronic disease, weight management, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and self-care. In addition, I have a degree in nutrition and work with clients about their relationship with food and nutrition. Many issues we face with our well-being affect our relationships as well. Our well-being affects those we live and work with. I believe in creating healthy boundaries and learning effective communication habits in order to grow, thrive, and be well.

The journey of life has rewards and challenges. Often, friends and family are not trained to understand or deal with mental health problems, so having someone to listen to who has experience is tremendously beneficial. If you feel that you are facing a difficult challenge(s) and this is overwhelming you and impacting your functioning as well, then it is time to act. I have clinical experience in various environments. I will support you as you build on your strengths. I specialized in diminishing anxiety and depression symptoms. If you want to work with me, email me or call me. I offer online sessions only.

Are you feeling stressed, anxious, depressed or stuck? Let me help you identify and make changes that will move you toward emotional health. As a licensed therapist and psychiatric physician assistant, I am uniquely qualified to provide psychotherapy and prescribe medications that help you restore mental wellness. Psychotherapy creates a confidential and safe space to reflect on our lives, learn more about ourselves, identify obstacles, adopt new strategies and make changes. For some, the addition of psychiatric medication further helps to rebalance and optimize brain functioning.

4anxiety is an online group with 6-8 participants. 4 Goals, 4 Weeks, 4 Daily Steps is the format. The program is based on the most effective treatment interventions resourcing neurobiologically informed CBT,​ Polyvagal Techniques, Breathing and Mindfulness Techniques, Exposure Focused, and Response Prevention Focused. The 4anxiety program meets for a weekly group and participants will use a workbook, videos, logs, and daily exercises to learn to break the anxiety loop.

Have you ever caught yourself thinking “I know what I need to do to make a change- why can’t I get myself to do it?”… Change can feel completely overwhelming- but you don't have to navigate this journey alone. Right now, you may feel just overall ‘stuck’- this ‘stuck’ feeling can hinder us from reaching our fullest potential in many areas of our lives. Change is a process and my role is to guide you through it. While building upon your existing strengths, we will work together to identify and change the areas which may be hindering your ability to live a healthy, happy and peaceful life.

Evidence Based Treatments for Anxiety Issues, PTSD, Depression, OCD, Self Image, & Behavioral Struggles. Treatments strategies include: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eyemovement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Polyvagal Therapy, and Mindfulness. Learn ways to interrupt unhealthy patterns. Understand ways to initiate the relaxation response and direct actions that support what you value and how you want to live.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Anxiety Specialist, and Board Certified Life Coach with over 25 years of training in the mental health and coaching field. I offer a 3 focus treatment for anxiety and stress related issues (learning to initiate the relaxation response, reducing anxiety provoking messages, & decrease avoidance based behaviors ). My training includes evidence based treatments like CBT, DBT, mindfulness and EMDR to target anxiety,depression, impulse and behavioral issues.

I work for Samaritan Counseling Services, in Sarasota. I will help you achieve your goals by reinforcing the skills you have and helping you develop new ones. I often work with people are in a transition of some sort. I can help you develop a clear decision making process so you are ready to make life enhancing choices. I often work with older people using narrative therapy, helping with life review, family dependency or alienation issues. I believe in our innate ability to thrive - and I want you to thrive! Please include your email address when you contact me, whenever possible.

Eliminate conflict, anxiety and depression more quickly when you engage your subconscious mind in the process of positive and rapid change. Activate new ways of thinking and coping to get more of what you want in life! Learn how previous experiences have influenced your choices until now, and begin to make the changes you want immediately. My approach is caring and supportive. As you clarify your goals and move towards attaining them, you will become more aware of your own strengths and options moving forward.

It takes courage to consider counseling. It is an important step to resolving issues that keep you from being your best. Sometimes we feel overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed by the challenges of everyday life. You don't have to face these struggles alone. Having owned and worked on a farm, I have seen many parallels between healthy gardens and healthy minds. We need to plant seeds and thoughts that are viable for optimum growth. Once planted, we must nurture our inner garden with essential elements.