Art Therapy in Polk County, FL
Yadira Torres
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33813
I am Yadira Torres, a bilingual (English/Spanish) licensed clinical psychologist in the state of Florida. I have made it my objective to help others achieve their goals and obtain a better understanding of themselves, children, and families. As a clinician and diagnostician, it is my mission to help others gain the knowledge needed to make the best decisions for themselves and/or families. I enjoy working with youth, adolescents, and adults to help them reach their full potential.
I am Yadira Torres, a bilingual (English/Spanish) licensed clinical psychologist in the state of Florida. I have made it my objective to help others achieve their goals and obtain a better understanding of themselves, children, and families. As a clinician and diagnostician, it is my mission to help others gain the knowledge needed to make the best decisions for themselves and/or families. I enjoy working with youth, adolescents, and adults to help them reach their full potential.
Robinson-Kyles Counseling and Testing Services
Psychologist, PhD, MHC-sup
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33801
**Weekend and Evening appointments are now available!! Offering Services in Spanish, Creole and in English!! ** As a supervising clinical psychologist, Dr. Kyles has over 10 years of experience. At the center, children, adolescents, adults and the elderly from a variety of backgrounds gain the insight and strength to overcome a wide range of challenges. The persons that have sought assistance at the center have gained relief from depression, anxiety, conduct disorders, relationship conflict, career uncertainty, adjustments to change, major life events as well as other mental health concerns.
**Weekend and Evening appointments are now available!! Offering Services in Spanish, Creole and in English!! ** As a supervising clinical psychologist, Dr. Kyles has over 10 years of experience. At the center, children, adolescents, adults and the elderly from a variety of backgrounds gain the insight and strength to overcome a wide range of challenges. The persons that have sought assistance at the center have gained relief from depression, anxiety, conduct disorders, relationship conflict, career uncertainty, adjustments to change, major life events as well as other mental health concerns.
Julianne Shabetai
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33805
Hi there! I'm Julianne, I love helping kids, teens, and young adults work through anxiety, depression, and life stressors better so they can thrive in young adulthood. I decided to become a counselor to help young people navigate through life easier. I understand how hard it can be to want to find a reliable support system but don't know where to turn. That's why I chose to dedicate my life to create a safe space for young people to do just that. My focus is on using a whole-person approach to managing anxiety, tackling depression, and move through life stressors better.
Hi there! I'm Julianne, I love helping kids, teens, and young adults work through anxiety, depression, and life stressors better so they can thrive in young adulthood. I decided to become a counselor to help young people navigate through life easier. I understand how hard it can be to want to find a reliable support system but don't know where to turn. That's why I chose to dedicate my life to create a safe space for young people to do just that. My focus is on using a whole-person approach to managing anxiety, tackling depression, and move through life stressors better.
Sasha Velez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, QS
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33801 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! As a solution-focused clinician, I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I can teach you simple, effective stress-relieving techniques that complement talk therapy. My non-judgmental approach balances the need to listen and validate your experiences while also challenging you to address and resolve life barriers. I have 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults and families struggling with a variety of challenges.
Welcome! As a solution-focused clinician, I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I can teach you simple, effective stress-relieving techniques that complement talk therapy. My non-judgmental approach balances the need to listen and validate your experiences while also challenging you to address and resolve life barriers. I have 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults and families struggling with a variety of challenges.
Cathy Ghent
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33813
If you are ready to create the happiness you have always wanted, contact me and lets get started today. I am a therapist in the state of Florida with my own private practice conveniently located in South Lakeland. I offer individual, couple, family, and group clinical therapy sessions at an affordable rate with guaranteed results.
If you are ready to create the happiness you have always wanted, contact me and lets get started today. I am a therapist in the state of Florida with my own private practice conveniently located in South Lakeland. I offer individual, couple, family, and group clinical therapy sessions at an affordable rate with guaranteed results.
The Sage Counseling Center
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33813
Welcome! I’m so glad you found us and you’re here. We are radically honest therapists. At The Sage Counseling Center we are real people for real change. No judgment, no hidden agenda. We don’t sit behind a wall and you wonder if you’re being heard yet again. No! We believe in active, direct, and honest conversations and tools that help you live your best life. Counseling can work for what you’re going through because it’s worked for us too. That’s why we believe in it and dedicate our lives to its practice. At The Sage Counseling Center we are real people for real change.
Welcome! I’m so glad you found us and you’re here. We are radically honest therapists. At The Sage Counseling Center we are real people for real change. No judgment, no hidden agenda. We don’t sit behind a wall and you wonder if you’re being heard yet again. No! We believe in active, direct, and honest conversations and tools that help you live your best life. Counseling can work for what you’re going through because it’s worked for us too. That’s why we believe in it and dedicate our lives to its practice. At The Sage Counseling Center we are real people for real change.
Brittany Cannioto
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winter Haven, FL 33880 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked extensively with those who have been through sexual, emotional, physical and spiritual abuse, domestic violence, toxic relationships and toxic family situations. I also have a long history of working with those struggling with addictions- both substance and behavioral in nature. My secondary areas of focus include those struggling with depression, anxiety, mood issues, other unhealthy behaviors and stress. I believe in working with people where they are mentally/emotionally and letting them set the pace of treatment.
I have worked extensively with those who have been through sexual, emotional, physical and spiritual abuse, domestic violence, toxic relationships and toxic family situations. I also have a long history of working with those struggling with addictions- both substance and behavioral in nature. My secondary areas of focus include those struggling with depression, anxiety, mood issues, other unhealthy behaviors and stress. I believe in working with people where they are mentally/emotionally and letting them set the pace of treatment.
Jade Greene Counseling
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA, RMHCI
Verified Verified
Davenport, FL 33897
Sometimes you just need to talk to someone, without fear of judgement. My passion is helping clients navigate through whatever is troubling them and assisting as they reconnect with themselves in the process. I enjoy working with couples or individuals on issues related to relationships. I focus on helping my clients to understand their attachment styles, improve their communication and identify barriers that get in the way of them having the relationship that they truly desire. I work with singles and divorcees to process breakups, build strong boundaries, and identify self sabotaging behaviors.
Sometimes you just need to talk to someone, without fear of judgement. My passion is helping clients navigate through whatever is troubling them and assisting as they reconnect with themselves in the process. I enjoy working with couples or individuals on issues related to relationships. I focus on helping my clients to understand their attachment styles, improve their communication and identify barriers that get in the way of them having the relationship that they truly desire. I work with singles and divorcees to process breakups, build strong boundaries, and identify self sabotaging behaviors.
Family Life Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, MT3215
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33813
Being a first responder to crisis and tragedies, you can only be the "strong one" for so long, before it begins to wear on ourselves and your personal relationships. You may be an attorney, a physician, part of law enforcement, or on the leadership team of your church. Who are YOU supposed to turn to? We work with many people in your same position, struggling with doing good for others, at the sake of your own family & self-care.
Being a first responder to crisis and tragedies, you can only be the "strong one" for so long, before it begins to wear on ourselves and your personal relationships. You may be an attorney, a physician, part of law enforcement, or on the leadership team of your church. Who are YOU supposed to turn to? We work with many people in your same position, struggling with doing good for others, at the sake of your own family & self-care.
Miah Bennett
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33803
A client that is ready to take the first step towards their healing journey. Whether they are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or stressful life circumstances, they are ready to do the hard work to heal. Clients whose goals are attainable and can make a positive change in their lives, one step at a time.
A client that is ready to take the first step towards their healing journey. Whether they are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or stressful life circumstances, they are ready to do the hard work to heal. Clients whose goals are attainable and can make a positive change in their lives, one step at a time.
Stephanie Nicole Dow
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33801
My ideal client is a client who is willing to make active changes to their goals. I love working with trauma, grief, narcissistic abuse recovery, and emotional/relational needs.
My ideal client is a client who is willing to make active changes to their goals. I love working with trauma, grief, narcissistic abuse recovery, and emotional/relational needs.
Resilience Restored Counseling Services
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Davenport, FL 33897 (Online Only)
My ideal client is one that comes in ready to make changes. Think of a goal, what can I help you with? What do you want to get out of therapy? I believe all people want to find balance within themselves and the world. Whether it’s conflict, stress or mental health concerns. We all want to get through the day in the healthiest way possible. I believe with the right tools people can grow in a way that rewrites their potential to handle life. Step out of a surviving mindset and start thriving, start living! Get back up again, be proud of your growth and see your potential, your potential to be resilient!
My ideal client is one that comes in ready to make changes. Think of a goal, what can I help you with? What do you want to get out of therapy? I believe all people want to find balance within themselves and the world. Whether it’s conflict, stress or mental health concerns. We all want to get through the day in the healthiest way possible. I believe with the right tools people can grow in a way that rewrites their potential to handle life. Step out of a surviving mindset and start thriving, start living! Get back up again, be proud of your growth and see your potential, your potential to be resilient!
Latino Leadership Behavioral Health
Counselor, LMHC, CRT, ACT
Verified Verified
Kissimmee, FL 34759
I am the Clinical Director of Latino Leadership. At Latino Leadership the we are proud to announce the services in Mental Health Services, ABA Analyses, Santiago and Friends (Family Center for Autism), Free Clinic, Free Medications, Special Education School and Community Outreach services for all ages. For more than 17 years Latino Leadership staff have been committed to the advancement of the Central Florida Latino community and serving individuals of all cultures who live in our community.
I am the Clinical Director of Latino Leadership. At Latino Leadership the we are proud to announce the services in Mental Health Services, ABA Analyses, Santiago and Friends (Family Center for Autism), Free Clinic, Free Medications, Special Education School and Community Outreach services for all ages. For more than 17 years Latino Leadership staff have been committed to the advancement of the Central Florida Latino community and serving individuals of all cultures who live in our community.
Mama Tout Puissant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33804
We are now accepting new clients! I began my career as a mental health counselor in 2014 and have provided mental health services to individuals and families. You have taken a tremendous step toward seeking mental health assistance, and I will proceed with empathy and be courageous in every decision. My purpose is to help my clients maintain stability and assist them with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and lack of self-confidence to provide them with better coping skills. Together we can do it! “Always look forward; you can never plan the future by the past.”
We are now accepting new clients! I began my career as a mental health counselor in 2014 and have provided mental health services to individuals and families. You have taken a tremendous step toward seeking mental health assistance, and I will proceed with empathy and be courageous in every decision. My purpose is to help my clients maintain stability and assist them with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and lack of self-confidence to provide them with better coping skills. Together we can do it! “Always look forward; you can never plan the future by the past.”
Shane Michael McDonald
Counselor, MS, LMHC, CPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33801
Shane is well versed in a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, anger management, grief, trauma, addictions, self-esteem issues, premarital counseling, and marriage and family counseling to include blended-families, divorce recovery, infidelity, and parenting issues. Shane is also a certified professional coach with a focus in leadership coaching, emotional IQ coaching, and career/ministry coaching.
Shane is well versed in a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, anger management, grief, trauma, addictions, self-esteem issues, premarital counseling, and marriage and family counseling to include blended-families, divorce recovery, infidelity, and parenting issues. Shane is also a certified professional coach with a focus in leadership coaching, emotional IQ coaching, and career/ministry coaching.
Danielle Luz Matias
Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Polk City, FL 33868
The goal of my practice is to improve the quality of life of my clients and assist them reach their full potential and personal goals. Specializing in family and couple therapy. I also specialize in depression and anxiety. The ideal client will be dedicated to their own treatment and have a strong desire to feel better. Together with my client we work as a team to achieve the therapeutic goals and make life worth living and enjoying. I have been working in mental health for over a decade and it's my greatest passion in lifeI work to improve the life of my clients daily and I am very successful at achieving therapeutic goals.
The goal of my practice is to improve the quality of life of my clients and assist them reach their full potential and personal goals. Specializing in family and couple therapy. I also specialize in depression and anxiety. The ideal client will be dedicated to their own treatment and have a strong desire to feel better. Together with my client we work as a team to achieve the therapeutic goals and make life worth living and enjoying. I have been working in mental health for over a decade and it's my greatest passion in lifeI work to improve the life of my clients daily and I am very successful at achieving therapeutic goals.
Danielle Luz Matias
Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Polk City, FL 33868
The goal of my practice is to improve the quality of life of my clients and assist them reach their full potential and personal goals. Specializing in family and couple therapy. I also specialize in depression and anxiety. The ideal client will be dedicated to their own treatment and have a strong desire to feel better. Together with my client we work as a team to achieve the therapeutic goals and make life worth living and enjoying. I have been working in a mental health for over a decade and it's my greatest passion in life.
The goal of my practice is to improve the quality of life of my clients and assist them reach their full potential and personal goals. Specializing in family and couple therapy. I also specialize in depression and anxiety. The ideal client will be dedicated to their own treatment and have a strong desire to feel better. Together with my client we work as a team to achieve the therapeutic goals and make life worth living and enjoying. I have been working in a mental health for over a decade and it's my greatest passion in life.
Online Therapists
Kerri Timothy
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lutz, FL 33549
My specialties are: ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy) for trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, parenting, coping skills, women's issues, grief/ loss, eating disorders (anorexia/bulimia/emotional eating), exercise addiction, spiritual formation, relationships and managing chronic health.
Hi, I have been in the Mental Health field for over 30 years and have been counseling for over 12 years. I am very passionate about encouraging individuals through their own, unique journey of healing. Life is full of ups and downs and we all experience some degree of hardship and disappointment. Yet, there are times the hurt can become so intense it forces us to need extra support and guidance! I believe the counseling relationship should be built on trust, acceptance, respect and genuine concern. There is always hope and I am here to help you find it. You are worth it!
My specialties are: ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy) for trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, parenting, coping skills, women's issues, grief/ loss, eating disorders (anorexia/bulimia/emotional eating), exercise addiction, spiritual formation, relationships and managing chronic health.
Hi, I have been in the Mental Health field for over 30 years and have been counseling for over 12 years. I am very passionate about encouraging individuals through their own, unique journey of healing. Life is full of ups and downs and we all experience some degree of hardship and disappointment. Yet, there are times the hurt can become so intense it forces us to need extra support and guidance! I believe the counseling relationship should be built on trust, acceptance, respect and genuine concern. There is always hope and I am here to help you find it. You are worth it!
Chad Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverview, FL 33578 (Online Only)
I believe that life is always changing and sometimes those changes are not easy to go through. Change is the only certainty to life. I have been trained and credentialed as a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional, Certified Life Coach, and Certified Mindfulness-Informed Clinician. I am currently pursuing my Registered Expressive Art Therapist. I am here to guide you through the hard times, bad times, and good times.
I believe that life is always changing and sometimes those changes are not easy to go through. Change is the only certainty to life. I have been trained and credentialed as a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional, Certified Life Coach, and Certified Mindfulness-Informed Clinician. I am currently pursuing my Registered Expressive Art Therapist. I am here to guide you through the hard times, bad times, and good times.
Renee Cherowitz
Counselor, LMHC, EMDR, ART, CCHt
Verified Verified
Winter Park, FL 32789
Waitlist for new clients
I utilize EMDR and the cutting edge therapeutic modality of Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART).
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, feelings of irritability, tearfulness or having consistent negative or irrational thoughts? Panic attacks? These may be symptoms of underlying core issues that have not been addressed. Many adults and children experience events that may have life-long consequences. Past events could include childhood experiences, addiction within the family, or acts of violence. Consequences may also include nightmares, insomnia, relational issues, addiction/substance abuse and physical symptoms. I specialize in working with adults, adolescents and families in the area of trauma, addiction/substance abuse, eating disorders, domestic violence and individuals involved with the dependency court system.
I utilize EMDR and the cutting edge therapeutic modality of Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART).
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, feelings of irritability, tearfulness or having consistent negative or irrational thoughts? Panic attacks? These may be symptoms of underlying core issues that have not been addressed. Many adults and children experience events that may have life-long consequences. Past events could include childhood experiences, addiction within the family, or acts of violence. Consequences may also include nightmares, insomnia, relational issues, addiction/substance abuse and physical symptoms. I specialize in working with adults, adolescents and families in the area of trauma, addiction/substance abuse, eating disorders, domestic violence and individuals involved with the dependency court system.
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Art Therapy
How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.
Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.
How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.