Therapists in Bradenton, FL

You want to feel happy again. But before you step out of bed in the morning, you already feel anxious and overwhelmed. You work hard to be a good mom, wife, employee, and friend. But lately you are realizing that you are stuck in a cycle of worry and stress. And you don't know how to break out of it. You are starting to wonder... Is this as good as my life is going to get? You wish you could figure out what has changed and how to get some relief.

I offer a Neuro-informed CBT approach combined with DBT-Core Mindfulness skills that promotes balance with effective cognitive, emotional and relational functioning. Therapy is a goal oriented, focusing on needs, expectations, personal goals, problem solving skills and will help you navigate through mood disorders, anxiety, relational challenges, etc.

On the path of life, we encounter unexpected twists, bumps, and turns, and sometimes, we need a safe place to process all of these events and the emotions and thoughts they evoke. I believe we all need a safe healing environment at different points in our lives, and I can be that for you. I believe all people truly have the answers within themselves, but sometimes, we just need a little space to be able to find those answers.

I have over 22 years of experience as a psychotherapist, practicing in various settings. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in both the State of Florida and New York, having earned two Master's degrees from Long Island University. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. I hold certifications in several treatment modalities including Brain Paint (Neurofeedback), Beautiful Me (self-esteem program for teens), Nature Informed Therapy, mindfulness and trauma resolution. I take a holistic approach to healing that helps to uncover the root cause of non-productive thoughts, feelings and behaviors.

An ideal client is someone who is dedicated to putting in the work necessary to facilitate lasting changes in their lives. Clients embark on a therapeutic journey that leads them to a deeper, richer, more secure and more grounded relationship with themselves. Once clients are able to attain feelings of authenticity and peacefulness within themselves, they are in a far better position to enrich and enhance the lives of people around them. I partner with my clients, no matter where they are when they start this journey, and I am at their side every step of the way.

Healing minds, bodies, and hearts through TraumaTherapy work. My primary goal is to provide you with relief and improvement in functioning and well-being. We will work together collaboratively to establish a strong and mutually trusting therapeutic relationship. I specialize in BrainSp.,Hypnotherapy TraumaFocusedCBTand I am Accelerated ResolutionTherapy AdvancedCertified which works to reprogram the way distressing memories are stored in the brain.I specialize in healing individuals and families.I use a multitude of proven therapy modalities during each session to be creative about finding what will work best for you.

At Harmony Harbor Counseling & Wellness, you are welcomed with an inviting, warm, spa-like setting in Sarasota, Florida. We are a team of well-trained therapists providing trauma-informed care with a focus on building skills. Our team works from a Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) framework for children (3 years old & up), adults, & families. We provide skills-building groups for teens and individuals. Each of us are trained in some form of trauma-informed care, providing help to those who need relief and support from intense emotions and urges. It is our intention to teach you the skills you need to build the life you deserve.