Therapists in Bradenton, FL

Focused on the treatment of depression, anxiety and addictions. Let me help you make peace with your mind and heart and change unwanted behaviors. Stop allowing all those negative, self-deprecating thoughts and beliefs control you. Together we can confront those lies empowering you to tap in to your inner strength and find greater meaning and purpose in life. Whether or not you're confronting old demons or facing life changes that have left you feeling overwhelmed, lonely and confused, it is never too late. I will encourage and support you through this process - physical, emotional and spiritual balance is within reach.

Challenges are a part of life and we all experience them. Dru strives to support Men and families (both young and old) to work through those challenges. Reaching out, seeking help, and talking about issues can often be the most significant step to effective coping.

Are you or a loved one grappling with the challenges of anxiety, life transitions, a sense of purpose, or self-confidence? If so, you've come to the right place. I am a compassionate and dedicated mental health therapist who specializes in guiding teens, college students, and adults through the intricate journey of self-discovery and healing. Whether you're a teenager navigating the complexities of adolescence, a college student adjusting to newfound independence, or an adult facing life-altering transitions, I am here to support and empower you.

Do you feel lost but you're not sure where to begin? It's time to break free from the cycles of diets, stress, overthinking everything & maybe even binge eating. While life may look good on the outside, the inner struggle & insecurities can be overwhelming. When you’re busy overthinking everything, it can be difficult to find confidence or feel content at the end of the day. Get out from under the self doubt and recover from the stress that’s slowly taken over your life.

What makes you do things that are the exact opposite of what you want? Research reveals, in part, that your unconscious motivations conflict with your conscious intentions. Many blame themselves for making the wrong choices that are conscious but, somehow beyond their immediate control. Without your knowledge, the unconscious drives you in another direction and at your core lay the threatening force of fear that can drag you away from where you want to go. Every time you sense anxiety or fear, you apply the brakes, slow down your journey, and prevent yourself from living your fullest life. We offer psychological tools to move forward.

I have over 25 years of experience working with clients from all walks of life. I am the author of a continuing education course titled "The Couples No Fault Counseling Course: for couples who'd rather be happy than right" I especially enjoy working with couples and families, even ones that include teenagers! Check out my web site. I have 3 books and 2 continuing education courses for professionals.

Does life look good on the outside, but you're secretly struggling? Are you wishing for the day when you can wake up and not feel lost? Or maybe, no matter what you've tried, you can't shake the overwhelm that keeps you up at night? The constant doubt, people pleasing, overthinking & procrastination have an impact on you and your relationships. Feeling good about yourself (and your life!) is NOT impossible; but I understand your struggle, because feeling stuck & overwhelmed are where many of my clients start.

I am currently accepting new clients with a wide variety of goals and circumstances. I aim to create a partnership to help unlock your potential, overcome challenges, strive for success, and manage difficult situations/negative life experiences. Every individual is extremely valuable, unique, and deserving of the support necessary to have a good quality of life, peace, and satisfaction. Frequently the biggest obstacles lie within, and my goal is to enable you to free yourself from problematic thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that you may strive for your ideal version of yourself.

I strongly believe that we all can heal from our emotional bounds and overall distress, but we don’t need to do it alone! Reaching out for professional help does not mean that we are mentally ill, sometimes we just need perspective to get better, move on and live more fulfilling lives. I am a bilingual National Certified Mental Health Counselor, Licensed in Florida and Virginia with a master's in science in Counseling, a Specialization in Project Management, and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. I see individuals 18 and older, couples and families though Telehealth. I am accepting new clients.

The hardest part is over; you are here. Let’s take this journey together. Whether as a child, an adolescent, or an adult, it can be difficult to deal with the challenges life has given us or placed in front of us. I truly believe that it is my purpose coupled with my passion to help people see themselves as deserving of love, family, friends, success, dreams, and a fulfilling future. Here, you will rediscover yourself, your courage, confidence, and the will to live fully and freely as you heal mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

My experience includes working in a state psychiatric hospital, mental health court, skilled nursing facility, & individual therapy. As a result, I am experienced working with individuals suffering from a broad range of severe & persistent mental illness: depression, anxiety, stress, bipolar disorder, anger issues, trauma, binge eating disorder, and more. Amongst others, I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for individuals with trauma/PTSD.

As a dedicated professional, I am committed to providing the highest standard of care. I believe therapy is a process, uniquely formed by the bonding relationship between therapist and client, working side-by-side. My objective is to help clients successfuly manage life's problems and challenges and empower them to achieve their therapeutic goals. I am interactive and results oriented. I want clients to receive the best I have to offer in the shortest amount of time possible."

I am a solution focused therapist specializing in couples therapy and families impacted by substance abuse issues. My skills include assessing individuals who might need treatment and utilizing my network of facilities to place that individual in the appropriate level of care. Once someone attains sobriety I believe I am well qualified to help them achieve long term sobriety through lifestyle change and work with the family unit. My approach to couples Therapy is to identify the issues and help the couple come to an agreement of specific, identifiable changes that will heal the relationship for long term success.

Many of us struggle with conflicting thoughts and emotions. Facing challenging decisions, navigating intimate relationships and family, and carrying too many responsibilities can be overwhelming and often too difficult to work though alone. Unresolved issues and traumas can lead to feeling "stuck" rather than taking steps towards finding solutions and healing. Many people resort to "quick fixes" when feeling lonely, anxious, or depressed, instead of addressing the root cause of the pain and discomfort. My experiences and training allow me to help you find tools within yourself to discover new perspectives and cultivate new skills.

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.

While I specialize in issues related to children and adolescents, my training has also prepared me to work with adults, both individually or in couples/family treatment. I have also provided services to the geriatric population for the past 7 years.

Are you sick & tired of feeling "sick and tired" all the time? If you feel your physical health has been declining, it may be time to address your mental health. As a critical care nurse and now a spiritually based licensed mental health counselor and medical intuitive, I can help. We know that the body follows the mind- the topic of my recent book, "Healing your Body by Mastering Your Mind." I have appointments available virtually and in person- in a comfortable quiet environment with flexibility to change my schedule to accommodate urgent needs. My certified therapy dog, Henry, works by my side to bring you comfort along the way.

I invite you to approach life's obstacles with a new skill set. I specialize in helping adults, adolescents, children , couples and families increase coping skills and find effective methods for happiness. Reduction of anxiety, mindfulness meditation, CBT, coping with depression, circular thinking . OCD , Autism Spectrum/ADHD/neurodiversities , infidelity and men's relationship issues are specialties. I work with a one stop shopping counseling team specialists with a variety of experience

Do you ever feel like you're completely fine one minute and ready to completely lose your shit the next? Are you the person who is always giving and giving and for some reason when you need something you find yourself completely alone, wondering what's wrong with you. Why don't people love you, how did you get to be this person that exists and is unlovable. You're constantly trying and you're about done with giving all of you to people who don't appreciate you but you feel guilty for even thinking that. This is the entanglement we tend to find ourselves in when we come from a place where we suffered alone in our bedrooms.