Feeling overwhelmed? Is the anxiety or depression you feel getting the best of you? You find yourself worrying so much, stuck in the past or the future. You struggle to focus on your work and duties, can’t get enough sleep, feel on edge, and waste all that time doom scrolling and not knowing how to get out of the “stuck.” You may find you are compensating with food or drink or other distractions. You find yourself just sitting there with that sense of dread wondering “when will this get better?” You might find yourself arguing or disconnected with your partner, feeling like things are unraveling around you.

You feel trapped. Too often you find yourself in relationships you don’t belong in. You gravitate towards relationships that are likely to repeat a pattern of unhappiness. You struggle to make love last. Or maybe you suffer from lack of direction; are tired of spending your energy on getting approval or fitting in at the expense of developing a secure and true sense of self? Do your relationships feel overwhelming due to conflict and negative feelings? Do you feel alone and disconnected from your partner but don’t know what to do to save the relationship?

Life as Art Studio was conceived to help individuals, families, groups and organizations find their truth, find their voice. The mission is to work together to unearth talents and unblock creativity. To do so I use primarily action methods through my extensive training in psychodrama. The belief is that most of us need to increase our spontaneity in order become more authentic, true to who we really are. We may suffer because we have lost or never found who that true self is. Maybe we have been taught to think we must be some one else's idea of who and how we should be in the world.

It takes courage to create change. An ideal client is open to all the possibilities of growth, someone willing to step out of their unhealthy or unhelpful patterns. Connecting with a licensed therapist can be the first step towards growth. My 25+ years of clinical experience has given me the privilege and honor to address individual, relationship and family issues from A-Z. The need to get unstuck along with the desire to create and maintain change are often what bring people into my office.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida with specialized training in various therapeutic modalities. For the past 20 years, I have had the pleasure of working with children, adolescents, and adults who were struggling in one or more areas of their lives. I also have a passion for working with couples and have completed several trainings from the renowned Gottman Institute relating to working with couples. I am exceptionally open minded to treat individuals and couples of all backgrounds and orientations. I am credentialed with most insurance panels.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with expertise in psychological, psycho-educational, and developmental evaluations. I specialize in the assessment of giftedness, personality, learning disabilities, developmental delays, ADHD, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Evaluations are comprehensive and provide not only a pattern of strengths and weakness but also tailored recommendations. The evaluation process typically consist of a background interview, behavioral observations, consultation with other professionals and schools as appropriate, formal test administration, and a personalized report and feedback session.

I invite you to take the challenge placed before us by Socrates—to examine yourself and make your life more beautiful. “The Socratic Challenge,” as I call it, involves examining ourselves and rediscovering the nature of the soul. Why? So that we can learn to act in accordance with the life we really want. This relates to a radical new practice of psychotherapy, termed Philosophic Psychology, which I co-founded.

Each individual must embark on his/her own individualized journey to discover and achieve mental, physical, spiritual and emotional balance. Aside from being trained in gold standard talk therapy (Motivational Interviewing, CBT, REBT and More), I am a Trauma Specialist and trained in EMDR and BrainSpotting. I am also a Certified Reishakti Yoga and Reiki Master. As a Therapist, Educator, Life Coach, Certified Recovery Coach and Certified Interventionist, with over 30 years of experience, I am dedicated to assisting you with moving forward and living a positive, healthy, well-balanced lifestyle.

I’m a Mental Health Counselor committed to empower individuals with different types of mental health conditions. I have found the importance of using a holistic perspective that addresses the body, mind, spirit, and interpersonal context to achieve wellness. I understand that every patient has different circumstances, strengths, and barriers, therefore I believe that is imperative to develop an individualized treatment plan focusing on the client’s goals using a collaborative approach. I use mindfulness training to teach my clients how to monitor their symptoms to achieve independence.

Let's talk through these challenging and complex times together. I'm Dr. DeLeo, the Founder of Fort Lauderdale Psychology. Whether it is navigating general life stressors, attending to a complex psychological condition, bolstering your recovery efforts, or simply to talk things out during these pandemic times; my goal is to blend empirically sound intervention with an authentic, caring, interpersonal style. My hope for you is the opportunity to heal beyond past psychological wounds coupled with movement towards a more mindful and peaceful place in your current life.

Are you the woman that looks like she has it all together on the outside, but you know inside is a totally different situation? Is the burden of keeping up appearances taking its toll on you and you're not sure how long before it all comes spilling out? So much of your time may be spent giving, caring, or catering to others that at the end of the day it may feel like there's nothing left for you. You know something needs to change because you're physically and emotionally drained. Things are spiraling out of your control.

Do you know that something needs to change but you can't seem to figure out what it is? Or maybe you know what needs to change, but you can't seem to figure out how? You feel stuck. You may even feel defeated. You know that something is wrong, and although you have tried on your own, you aren't feeling better yet. The voice inside of you that used to scream, "YOU DESERVE MORE" and "LIFE IS SUPPOSED TO FEEL BETTER THAN THIS" keeps getting quieter and quieter. Luckily, there is help. It does get better. Together, we can identify the patterns and behaviors that are keeping you stuck, and get your life back on the path you deserve.

It is a new year and you want things to be different, you just don’t know how to get there. 2020 was HORRIBLE and you don’t bring that energy into 2021. You have made resolutions in the past, and they stick around for a while, but they don’t necessarily last. You don’t know why and you don’t know how to make things different. All you know is that you want this new year to be about creating the new you. A new you that is happy, healthy and confident. A new you that doesn’t allow the negativity to get in your way, because you self-esteem and confidence are at an all time high. A new you without that 2020 energy lingering around.

Having to work is a huge part of life. Imagine enjoying your life more, while also being present in your job, and connecting more with friends and family. Visualize not experiencing burnout, being overwhelmed with stress or having a work-life balance out of whack. Ready to make that your reality? I specialize with assisting Professionals with anxiety, stress and achieving a work-life balance. Additionally, I assist those in exploring their identity, be it, their personal, professional, sexual and/or gender identity. I believe that, Awesomeness is achieved through a healthy mind. Let me assist you in achieving your AWESOMENESS!

Welcome to my practice! Are you ready for a proactive approach to your therapy? Are you tired of doctors telling you what to do without explanation? If so, you've found the right psychologist. I learn what my clients' goals are versus telling them what I want them to do. We develop a treatment plan together customized to your individual needs. I provide virtual sessions (Zoom, FaceTime, Skype) AND face to face in my Ft. Lauderdale office. Whatever is more comfortable and/or convenient for you suits me. Due to COVID-19, my office is sanitized regularly and antibacterial wipes and spray are available for clients.

We transform and empower the lives of individuals, families, and couples by guiding them to overcome personal obstacles in their lives. We strive to create both a trusting relationship and a comfortable environment with all clients so that healing can begin. Our therapists guide adults, adolescents and children in resolving personal, social and psychological difficulties. Our mission is simple- We believe in the innate greatness of all people; that everyone has a divine purpose buried within them. Our goal is to empower and motivate each person we met so that they may awaken their inner potential.

Teleconferencing is now available for you ! Our clients do well reducing trauma symptoms by combining EMDR , Biofeedback, Energy medicine and traditional therapy. Our therapists have 25 years experience combined to help lift your situation. We offer alternatives treatments that alleviate stress and open up a fast new way of thinking about your concerns. Overcoming physical and emotional trauma is what we do best. EMDR reduces PTSD, depression, addictive impulses, and more. Anxiety and panic attacks generally improved quickly with Biofeedback. Allow our therapists to make a difference where it counts...in Your life!

Being in your head all day, having little or no motivation, and not being able to concentrate on work or relationships can be disconcerting. Somehow you manage to deal with daily activities but find yourself wanting to be alone or pushing people away. Yet, you believe there must be something you can do to feel better and this has brought you here. For starters, you are right! I can help you attain coping skills to manage your current stressors and get your life back on track. If you are interested in learning how my services can be beneficial, give me a call for a free 15 minute phone orientation.

Does your child struggle at school socially, academically, or behaviorally? Does your child have difficulty focusing on schoolwork and finishing tasks in a timely manner? If you are a parent, is getting your child to do homework or chores a daily struggle and interfering with quality family time. Do you beat yourself up wondering, "What did I do wrong?" Or are you an adult who seems to forget important details or miss deadlines? Are time constraints at work or college overwhelming you and preventing you from doing your best? Do these difficulties affect your quality of life?

On the outside, it seems like you have it all together. After all, you're an ambitious and capable woman. You have a successful career and a good family life. But something is missing. You know you want and deserve more out of life. Your energy is depleted and it's getting harder to fall asleep at night. Tired of asking, 'Is this all there is? When one relationship is off balance, it feels like all your relationships are affected. If you and your partner can't agree on how to handle a situation with your child, all aspects of your relationship can break down.