Akiva Garellek
Counselor, LMHC
Verified by Psychology Today
2419 Hollywood Boulevard, Suite H&I, Hollywood, FL 33020
Let's Connect (305) 770-6345
“We are never more fully alive, more completely ourselves or more deeply engrossed in anything than when we are playing”. -Charles Schaefer. Play is vital for children to express themselves and learn about their surroundings and general environment. In addition to exploration, it is essential for their development. Allowing the space for them to play freely generates the possibility of understanding their world and their motivation. Instead of the traditional format of communication, we often learn more about a child's thoughts, feelings, motivations, and struggles by watching them play.
To be able to give a child power, motivation, and confidence will set the foundation for a successful life. Often times when dealing with a traumatic situation and learning to deal and cope with it effectively, allows a child (or anyone for that matter) to become the best versions of themselves and learn to move forward.
Play Therapy sessions with a Licensed clinician that cares and helps create a safe place. I guide my clients and their parents every step of the way and implement various methods to help them develop new attitudes towards all of life’s most complex matters. The works I do benefits children coming from abusive homes and dealing with some of those challenges.
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Akiva Garellek
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Couple Sessions $250
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle
Insurance
- Aetna
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Empire BlueCross BlueShield
- Florida Blue
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
If you see your insurance listed, please ask me to verify coverage when you arrange your first visit.
Akiva Garellek
Counselor,
LMHC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 010467-01License state differs from primary location state.
- In Practice for 5 Years
- License: NCMHCE MH18928 / 2021
- Membership with Association for Play Therapy 2022
- Attended Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology, Yeshiva University, Masters of Mental health Counseling, Graduated 2018
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (305) 770-6345
Akiva Garellek
Counselor,
LMHC
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Child
- Anxiety
- ADHD
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bisexual
- Career Counseling
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Family Conflict
- Internet Addiction
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Marital and Premarital
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Suicidal Ideation
- Video Game Addiction
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (305) 770-6345
Akiva Garellek
Counselor,
LMHC
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10)
,
Preteen
,
Teen
,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
,
Couples
,
Family
Religion
Jewish
Age
Children (6 to 10)
,
Preteen
,
Teen
,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
,
Couples
,
Family
Religion
Jewish
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Family / Marital
- Imago
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Play Therapy
- Positive Psychology
- Psychodynamic
- Sandplay
- Strength-Based
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (305) 770-6345
Akiva Garellek
Counselor,
LMHC
Location
Primary Location
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Nearby Areas
Neighborhoods
Call for a free consultation now - (305) 770-6345
Akiva Garellek
Counselor,
LMHC
Last Modified: 31 Jul 2023