Therapists in Coral Gables, FL
Giulia Dias Roncoletta
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, RMHCI
Verified Verified
Coral Gables, FL 33146
Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey towards mental wellness and personal growth? I am here to guide and support you every step of the way. As a compassionate therapist, I am dedicated to helping individuals of all ages navigate the challenges of life while fostering lasting positive change. I am a Mental Health Counselor specializing in an integrative approach to therapy, tailored to meet your unique needs. I speak three languages (English, Portuguese, and Spanish) and treat diverse age groups, ensuring that children, adolescents, adults, and seniors receive the care they deserve.
Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey towards mental wellness and personal growth? I am here to guide and support you every step of the way. As a compassionate therapist, I am dedicated to helping individuals of all ages navigate the challenges of life while fostering lasting positive change. I am a Mental Health Counselor specializing in an integrative approach to therapy, tailored to meet your unique needs. I speak three languages (English, Portuguese, and Spanish) and treat diverse age groups, ensuring that children, adolescents, adults, and seniors receive the care they deserve.
Lisa Ann Dorfman
Counselor, MS, RD, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coral Gables, FL 33146
I work best with teens to adults, 15-40 years old in transition, dealing with partner, career, lifestyle changes and the anxiety and stress of everyday life; hormonal “adjustments” whether prepuberty, puberty or peri-menopause; those healing from relationship and marital breakups and trauma; and competitive athletes seeking to overcome performance anxiety, overtraining syndrome, injury, illness and defeat. You may find my therapy style a good fit for you if you are open and willing to trust the process as I will incorporate different strategies to help you to attain and maintain your personal best in health, sport and life.
I work best with teens to adults, 15-40 years old in transition, dealing with partner, career, lifestyle changes and the anxiety and stress of everyday life; hormonal “adjustments” whether prepuberty, puberty or peri-menopause; those healing from relationship and marital breakups and trauma; and competitive athletes seeking to overcome performance anxiety, overtraining syndrome, injury, illness and defeat. You may find my therapy style a good fit for you if you are open and willing to trust the process as I will incorporate different strategies to help you to attain and maintain your personal best in health, sport and life.
Todd Giardina
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Coral Gables, FL 33134
As a psychologist I have several goals in therapy. I begin by developing a relationship with my patients, with the understanding that I am an expert in my field, but that the patient is the expert on themselves. I believe in educating my patients and empowering them to take charge of their lives and take responsibility for improving their situation. I teach coping skills, largely using cognitive behavioral techniques and by having patients practice by doing "homework". In addition, I explore a patient's history and past relationships, but only after first managing their distress in the moment.
As a psychologist I have several goals in therapy. I begin by developing a relationship with my patients, with the understanding that I am an expert in my field, but that the patient is the expert on themselves. I believe in educating my patients and empowering them to take charge of their lives and take responsibility for improving their situation. I teach coping skills, largely using cognitive behavioral techniques and by having patients practice by doing "homework". In addition, I explore a patient's history and past relationships, but only after first managing their distress in the moment.
Isis Arenas
Pre-Licensed Professional, EdS, MEd
Verified Verified
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Feeling like life is passing you by? Feeling stuck? Not sure what to do next? Navigating life can be challenging at times. You have the power to feel better. My goal is to empower and provide you with the tools to get through whatever life presents you with. It’s never too late to make life everything you have always wanted it to be. Embarking on a journey of understanding your own story is the bravest thing you can do.
Feeling like life is passing you by? Feeling stuck? Not sure what to do next? Navigating life can be challenging at times. You have the power to feel better. My goal is to empower and provide you with the tools to get through whatever life presents you with. It’s never too late to make life everything you have always wanted it to be. Embarking on a journey of understanding your own story is the bravest thing you can do.
Marian Rivodo
MS, RMHCI, Coach
Verified Verified
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Venezuelan-born, Miami-raised native with a passion for helping individuals, couples and families achieve health within themselves and in their relationships. I firmly believe that healthy individuals can produce healthy homes and healthy homes can produce healthy individuals but somewhere along the way, culture and our surroundings make an attempt to lead us astray, leading us far from what we want to build and who we want to be. Allow me to join you on your journey of redesigning your life, your relationships and let’s commit to flourishing in every aspect of it.
Venezuelan-born, Miami-raised native with a passion for helping individuals, couples and families achieve health within themselves and in their relationships. I firmly believe that healthy individuals can produce healthy homes and healthy homes can produce healthy individuals but somewhere along the way, culture and our surroundings make an attempt to lead us astray, leading us far from what we want to build and who we want to be. Allow me to join you on your journey of redesigning your life, your relationships and let’s commit to flourishing in every aspect of it.
Maria Teresa Gonzalez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Coral Gables, FL 33134
My name is Maria Teresa Gonzalez, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for the State of Florida. I completed Graduate studies in Marriage and Family Therapy from Nova Southeastern University and have a Psychology background from Venezuela. I provide services to individuals, couples and families; facing problems related to anxiety, depression, substance abuse, parenting and marital problems among others. I am fluent in English and Spanish.
My name is Maria Teresa Gonzalez, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for the State of Florida. I completed Graduate studies in Marriage and Family Therapy from Nova Southeastern University and have a Psychology background from Venezuela. I provide services to individuals, couples and families; facing problems related to anxiety, depression, substance abuse, parenting and marital problems among others. I am fluent in English and Spanish.
Victoria G. Roatta
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Coral Gables, FL 33146
I provide Cognitive Behavior Therapy including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for the treatment of OCD & anxiety. This approach helps you identify triggers (like negative intrusive thoughts or stressful situations) which create discomfort. This anxiety leads to behaviors such as avoidance or compulsions. CBT/ACT helps you break this ruminative cycle. I can also help you learn healthier coping strategies to be more effective interpersonally, more efficient with your time, appropriately regulate mood swings, tolerate painful emotions and decrease self-sabotaging behaviors.
I provide Cognitive Behavior Therapy including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for the treatment of OCD & anxiety. This approach helps you identify triggers (like negative intrusive thoughts or stressful situations) which create discomfort. This anxiety leads to behaviors such as avoidance or compulsions. CBT/ACT helps you break this ruminative cycle. I can also help you learn healthier coping strategies to be more effective interpersonally, more efficient with your time, appropriately regulate mood swings, tolerate painful emotions and decrease self-sabotaging behaviors.
Rachel Salk
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Dr. Rachel Salk is a licensed psychologist who provides individual therapy to adolescents and adults. Dr. Salk primarily uses a client-centered and cognitive-behavioral approach when working with clients. She also incorporates elements from mindfulness-based stress reduction, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, and dialectical behavioral therapy. Dr. Salk specializes in working with women and girls at various life transitions, including adolescence, college, and the perinatal period.
Dr. Rachel Salk is a licensed psychologist who provides individual therapy to adolescents and adults. Dr. Salk primarily uses a client-centered and cognitive-behavioral approach when working with clients. She also incorporates elements from mindfulness-based stress reduction, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, and dialectical behavioral therapy. Dr. Salk specializes in working with women and girls at various life transitions, including adolescence, college, and the perinatal period.
Elizabeth F. Palenzuela, P.A.
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Not accepting new clients
Since 1997 I have been providing care to clients struggling with varying degrees of mental health and life issues. I work with a diverse population and provide individual, couples and family therapy in an outpatient setting.
My therapy approach is client-centered and requires each client to be actively involved in creating their own life changes within the context of their family system and/or their identified social network.
Since 1997 I have been providing care to clients struggling with varying degrees of mental health and life issues. I work with a diverse population and provide individual, couples and family therapy in an outpatient setting.
My therapy approach is client-centered and requires each client to be actively involved in creating their own life changes within the context of their family system and/or their identified social network.
Cristina Ferreira
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MS, NCC, RMHCI, RMFTI
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Hi! I am a Registered Intern in Mental Health Counseling & Marriage and Family Therapy located in Miami, Florida. I am bilingual, English & Spanish, and have experience working with individuals, couples, and families of all ages. I have a background utilizing Trauma Informed Reduction (TIR) model and I believe in utilizing a Person-Centered approach to meet individual needs and goals while incorporating other techniques and modalities in treatment, such as CBT, SFT, Family Systems and TIR. My goal is to guide and support you on your healing journey of personal growth and self discovery.
Hi! I am a Registered Intern in Mental Health Counseling & Marriage and Family Therapy located in Miami, Florida. I am bilingual, English & Spanish, and have experience working with individuals, couples, and families of all ages. I have a background utilizing Trauma Informed Reduction (TIR) model and I believe in utilizing a Person-Centered approach to meet individual needs and goals while incorporating other techniques and modalities in treatment, such as CBT, SFT, Family Systems and TIR. My goal is to guide and support you on your healing journey of personal growth and self discovery.
Julissa Senices
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Coral Gables, FL 33146
If you are feeling stuck in life, what I offer is the opportunity to look at these painful experiences together in order to understand it, process it, feel it. My purpose is to participate in the journey with you, guiding not directing. I encourage people to explore and put words to those events that have felt paralyzing. I believe people can gain the insight to change those behaviors in their life that have been crippling. I offer the opportunity to create a safe environment and to enter this journey with you. We will both observe your feelings and behavior at a pace that is comfortable.
If you are feeling stuck in life, what I offer is the opportunity to look at these painful experiences together in order to understand it, process it, feel it. My purpose is to participate in the journey with you, guiding not directing. I encourage people to explore and put words to those events that have felt paralyzing. I believe people can gain the insight to change those behaviors in their life that have been crippling. I offer the opportunity to create a safe environment and to enter this journey with you. We will both observe your feelings and behavior at a pace that is comfortable.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Pursuing therapy is a courageous step. I'm glad you're here! I work with teens & adults who are struggling with anxiety, OCD, depression and adjustment challenges. If you feel stuck or struggle with distressing thoughts & difficult emotions, you're not alone. It's normal to want to avoid discomfort. The trouble is, this often leads to more suffering, more problems, and gets in the way of living a meaningful life. I provide a supportive & compassionate space to promote skill-building, acceptance, and flexibility to cope with triggers. I focus on helping clients make behavioral change in & outside of sessions to break old patterns.
Pursuing therapy is a courageous step. I'm glad you're here! I work with teens & adults who are struggling with anxiety, OCD, depression and adjustment challenges. If you feel stuck or struggle with distressing thoughts & difficult emotions, you're not alone. It's normal to want to avoid discomfort. The trouble is, this often leads to more suffering, more problems, and gets in the way of living a meaningful life. I provide a supportive & compassionate space to promote skill-building, acceptance, and flexibility to cope with triggers. I focus on helping clients make behavioral change in & outside of sessions to break old patterns.
Dr. Carolina Pataky
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Are you experiencing relationship or intimacy difficulties? Perhaps a break-up or a divorce? Experiencing an infidelity? Dating anxiety? Difficulty communicating? Perhaps you're in a sexless relationship? Relationship issues can leave you a little lost, disconnected, anxious or even depressed. Through various relationship stages we may encounter challenges that leave us feeling stuck, alone, or in unhealthy patterns. My work involves helping singles and couples navigate these challenges and recreating a vibrant relational narrative. Let's embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, growth and connection.
Are you experiencing relationship or intimacy difficulties? Perhaps a break-up or a divorce? Experiencing an infidelity? Dating anxiety? Difficulty communicating? Perhaps you're in a sexless relationship? Relationship issues can leave you a little lost, disconnected, anxious or even depressed. Through various relationship stages we may encounter challenges that leave us feeling stuck, alone, or in unhealthy patterns. My work involves helping singles and couples navigate these challenges and recreating a vibrant relational narrative. Let's embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, growth and connection.
Stephanie Vega
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Coral Gables, FL 33134
My name is Stephanie Vega, and I was born in Newark, New Jersey, and raised in New York until I reached high school, where I continued my schooling in Florida. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or relationship problems, I'm here to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment or criticism. I want to empower my clients to gain new insights, develop effective coping strategies, and ultimately find their way toward a brighter future.
My name is Stephanie Vega, and I was born in Newark, New Jersey, and raised in New York until I reached high school, where I continued my schooling in Florida. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or relationship problems, I'm here to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment or criticism. I want to empower my clients to gain new insights, develop effective coping strategies, and ultimately find their way toward a brighter future.
Autonomy Hour
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Mental health conditions that I specialize in treating include major depression, generalized and performance-related anxiety, bipolar, adjustment disorders. Symptoms often appear as disturbances in mood, emotional regulation, thought processes and behavior. Mental and physical health are interconnected where physical health is an integral part to mental health treatment. When physical activity is incorporated into therapeutic treatment, self-efficacy is strengthened. I offer individuals and families a program that combines therapy with an add-on of exercise.
Mental health conditions that I specialize in treating include major depression, generalized and performance-related anxiety, bipolar, adjustment disorders. Symptoms often appear as disturbances in mood, emotional regulation, thought processes and behavior. Mental and physical health are interconnected where physical health is an integral part to mental health treatment. When physical activity is incorporated into therapeutic treatment, self-efficacy is strengthened. I offer individuals and families a program that combines therapy with an add-on of exercise.
Norella S. Jubiz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Neuropsychologist. Licensed to practice Psychology and School Psychology in the state of Florida. I provide neuropsychological assessment and treatment to children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with attention, memory and/or learning difficulties.
Neuropsychologist. Licensed to practice Psychology and School Psychology in the state of Florida. I provide neuropsychological assessment and treatment to children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with attention, memory and/or learning difficulties.
Penny M Freedman
Licensed Psychoanalyst, PhD, CAP, TASA
Verified Verified
Coral Gables, FL 33146
I am in the private practice of psychotherapy and psychoanalysis with adult and adolescent patients who, despite their innate capacities, are experiencing difficulties in relationships, academics or career. Our work focuses on identifying and dealing with those issues which are outside of awareness, but are interfering with the freedom to succeed in the various areas or their lives; e.g.. interpersonal relationships, anxiety, depression, chronic trauma, medical trauma, difficulty in finding intimacy, and academic and creative blocks.
I am in the private practice of psychotherapy and psychoanalysis with adult and adolescent patients who, despite their innate capacities, are experiencing difficulties in relationships, academics or career. Our work focuses on identifying and dealing with those issues which are outside of awareness, but are interfering with the freedom to succeed in the various areas or their lives; e.g.. interpersonal relationships, anxiety, depression, chronic trauma, medical trauma, difficulty in finding intimacy, and academic and creative blocks.
Mariana Carabantes
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Are you feeling sad, nervous, dissatisfied with how things are going in your life? Are you struggling with health issues, or going through any other difficult life transition? There are moments in life when emotions become overwhelming and we may need help to get things back on track. I will be glad to assist you in your search for answers.
Are you feeling sad, nervous, dissatisfied with how things are going in your life? Are you struggling with health issues, or going through any other difficult life transition? There are moments in life when emotions become overwhelming and we may need help to get things back on track. I will be glad to assist you in your search for answers.
Andrea Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Hello there, I’m Andrea! But, please feel free to call me Andy. First off congratulations on seeking the support you deserve. I know it tends to be a difficult step in our journey towards healing. That being said, aren’t you tired of carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders and navigating through life in autopilot? Do you struggle to tolerate the distress that comes from everyday living? Are you constantly finding yourself trying to overcompensate from old wounds, betrayals, and childhood trauma?
Hello there, I’m Andrea! But, please feel free to call me Andy. First off congratulations on seeking the support you deserve. I know it tends to be a difficult step in our journey towards healing. That being said, aren’t you tired of carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders and navigating through life in autopilot? Do you struggle to tolerate the distress that comes from everyday living? Are you constantly finding yourself trying to overcompensate from old wounds, betrayals, and childhood trauma?
Mitzi Martinez
Counselor, MS, LMHC, QS
Verified Verified
Coral Gables, FL 33134 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Our life is a difficult journey at times. Are you feeling stuck in uncomfortable thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? I'm here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life. The goal is not to perfect or make problems go away, but rather to gain tools to help us deal with obstacles.Therapy should never be one size fits all. I approach each client as the unique individual that they are. Finding the right therapist for you is essential to your success in therapy.
Our life is a difficult journey at times. Are you feeling stuck in uncomfortable thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? I'm here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life. The goal is not to perfect or make problems go away, but rather to gain tools to help us deal with obstacles.Therapy should never be one size fits all. I approach each client as the unique individual that they are. Finding the right therapist for you is essential to your success in therapy.
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Number of Therapists in Coral Gables, FL
400+
Average cost per session
$175
Therapists in Coral Gables, FL who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
79% | Self Esteem |
77% | Relationship Issues |
70% | Coping Skills |
61% | Trauma and PTSD |
61% | Stress |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
76% | Aetna |
73% | Cigna and Evernorth |
73% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Coral Gables, FL see their clients
74% | In Person and Online | |
26% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
84% | Female | |
15% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Coral Gables?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.