Atala Counseling
Group Practice
905 S Missouri Ave, Lakeland, FL 33803
Let's Connect (863) 292-6753
Atala Counseling provides compassionate, evidence-based therapy in Lakeland, FL for children, teens, adults, couples, and families. Our licensed therapists specialize in anxiety, trauma therapy, PTSD, OCD, depression, stress, self-esteem, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
We offer EMDR therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, child & teen counseling, LGBTQ+ affirming therapy, and bilingual counseling services with Spanish-speaking therapists in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment.
Our Team
Araceli
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, PMH-C, NCC
14 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33803
Waitlist for new clients
I work with children (10+), teens, and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, life transitions, family conflict, identity development, and relationship challenges. I have specialized experience supporting children of divorce and blended families, as well as LGBTQIA+ youth and adults seeking an affirming space. As a bilingual therapist, I provide collaborative, client-centered counseling tailored to your goals. Together, we build practical skills, strengthen resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change in a supportive and evidence-based environment.
I work with children (10+), teens, and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, life transitions, family conflict, identity development, and relationship challenges. I have specialized experience supporting children of divorce and blended families, as well as LGBTQIA+ youth and adults seeking an affirming space. As a bilingual therapist, I provide collaborative, client-centered counseling tailored to your goals. Together, we build practical skills, strengthen resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change in a supportive and evidence-based environment.
Kathryn A
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPH, QS
12 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33803
Not accepting new clients
When you're stuck in the same painful arguments, feeling disconnected from someone you love, carrying the weight of burnout, or trying to navigate challenges in your family, any of it can feel exhausting. Relationships affect every part of our lives. When those struggle, work feels harder, life feels heavier, and it's difficult to enjoy what you've worked so hard to build. I help couples, individuals, and professionals work through life's difficult challenges to create meaningful, lasting change. Together, we'll strengthen communication, trust and connection, and develop healthier relationships—with others and with yourself.
When you're stuck in the same painful arguments, feeling disconnected from someone you love, carrying the weight of burnout, or trying to navigate challenges in your family, any of it can feel exhausting. Relationships affect every part of our lives. When those struggle, work feels harder, life feels heavier, and it's difficult to enjoy what you've worked so hard to build. I help couples, individuals, and professionals work through life's difficult challenges to create meaningful, lasting change. Together, we'll strengthen communication, trust and connection, and develop healthier relationships—with others and with yourself.
Amanda L Frye
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, QS
4 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33803
Not accepting new clients
It wasn't supposed to be this way. Long days filled with even longer nights, feeling like it's never enough, that you are not enough. You feel disconnected from yourself and others, wondering if it will always be this way. Perhaps you feel "different" from those around you, and think to yourself "how could anyone understand me?" Feelings of shame, doubt and guilt grip you, and you wonder if you will ever feel like you again. In a world that values busyness over presence, it's easy to feel disconnected, untethered. You are searching for peace, understanding, connection and overall to feel "better." It's what has brought you here.
It wasn't supposed to be this way. Long days filled with even longer nights, feeling like it's never enough, that you are not enough. You feel disconnected from yourself and others, wondering if it will always be this way. Perhaps you feel "different" from those around you, and think to yourself "how could anyone understand me?" Feelings of shame, doubt and guilt grip you, and you wonder if you will ever feel like you again. In a world that values busyness over presence, it's easy to feel disconnected, untethered. You are searching for peace, understanding, connection and overall to feel "better." It's what has brought you here.
Hablo Español! Are you dealing with overwhelming or racing thoughts, low self-esteem, sadness, relational issues with a loved one or spouse, or adjusting to new life changes?I am a bilingual therapist with experience in working with teens, adults, couples, and families.My approach to counseling is person-centered. I strive to create a warm and non-judgmental environment that allows clients to open up about their current/past struggles. I utilize ACT therapy to help clients acknowledge their emotions in the moment. I focus on allowing you to live your life according to your values.
Hablo Español! Are you dealing with overwhelming or racing thoughts, low self-esteem, sadness, relational issues with a loved one or spouse, or adjusting to new life changes?I am a bilingual therapist with experience in working with teens, adults, couples, and families.My approach to counseling is person-centered. I strive to create a warm and non-judgmental environment that allows clients to open up about their current/past struggles. I utilize ACT therapy to help clients acknowledge their emotions in the moment. I focus on allowing you to live your life according to your values.
Life is stressful, relationships are tricky, emotions can be tough - and sometimes you need someone to help navigate it all. I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor dedicated to helping individuals, children, adolescents, couples, and families get on steadier ground.
I am EMDR trained and can offer EMDR therapy to children, teens, and adults to work through really painful memories.
Life is stressful, relationships are tricky, emotions can be tough - and sometimes you need someone to help navigate it all. I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor dedicated to helping individuals, children, adolescents, couples, and families get on steadier ground.
I am EMDR trained and can offer EMDR therapy to children, teens, and adults to work through really painful memories.
Not knowing where to begin can be quite scary and overwhelming. I want to acknowledge how brave it is to take that first step in your search for a therapist. I strive to create a safe space for individuals where there is trust, acceptance, and empowerment. I work with individuals (ages 18+) and am not currently accepting any new clients.
Not knowing where to begin can be quite scary and overwhelming. I want to acknowledge how brave it is to take that first step in your search for a therapist. I strive to create a safe space for individuals where there is trust, acceptance, and empowerment. I work with individuals (ages 18+) and am not currently accepting any new clients.
Another fight? Another ugly stare? Another slammed door? I get it. Right now, the negative interactions probably seem to outweigh the positive ones. Or maybe, there is daily tension, anger, or resentment that continues to build causing long silences, avoidance, or loud and heated exchanges. It is possible to create the relationship you truly desire by making small, daily changes based on a realistic understanding of where you are and where you want to be. Stop running in circles and getting the same results. With time, practice, and a little patience, you will take control AND enjoy life.
Another fight? Another ugly stare? Another slammed door? I get it. Right now, the negative interactions probably seem to outweigh the positive ones. Or maybe, there is daily tension, anger, or resentment that continues to build causing long silences, avoidance, or loud and heated exchanges. It is possible to create the relationship you truly desire by making small, daily changes based on a realistic understanding of where you are and where you want to be. Stop running in circles and getting the same results. With time, practice, and a little patience, you will take control AND enjoy life.
Are you finding it hard to cope with stress? Uncomfortable with uncertainty? Is your worry interfering with your ability to concentrate, leading to avoidance & procrastination? Maybe you've spent hours scrolling through Psychology Today profiles but froze when it was time to choose one. A part of you would do anything to avoid calling to book this appointment. I get it. But, your untreated anxiety or depression interferes with too many areas of your life—making it harder at work and in relationships. You're isolating because it all feels exhausting and overwhelming. Change is usually challenging for you, but this time, you're ready.
Are you finding it hard to cope with stress? Uncomfortable with uncertainty? Is your worry interfering with your ability to concentrate, leading to avoidance & procrastination? Maybe you've spent hours scrolling through Psychology Today profiles but froze when it was time to choose one. A part of you would do anything to avoid calling to book this appointment. I get it. But, your untreated anxiety or depression interferes with too many areas of your life—making it harder at work and in relationships. You're isolating because it all feels exhausting and overwhelming. Change is usually challenging for you, but this time, you're ready.