Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Orlando, FL

Transitions can be difficult with new life challenges and tribulations. Perhaps you are transitioning between jobs, relationships, and/or moving to a new environment etc. You may be finding yourself struggling to discover your identity and are now faced with obsessive thoughts. Whether these thoughts are causing you to seek constantly repeat actions or seek reassurance, it’s time to consider seeking out help. If you are in search of finding someone that can listen and provide life changing support and treatment then this can be a start to a new beginning.

Licensed clinical psychologist with over 10yrs of experience. I have had the privilege of working with adults in a plethora of settings. My areas of focus include Sports Psychology, Performance Psychology, anxiety, interpersonal relationship dynamics, adjustment, and depression. Doctorate in Clinical Psychology & Masters in Industrial/Organizational Psychology. Bilingual: Spanish & English. Collaboratively we will work together and use both of our knowledge and expertise to meet your needs and goals.

I see myself as a whimsical soul, radiating warmth and empathy, with a gift for attentive listening. I love to hold space for clients to be their true selves in a nonjudgemental environment, nurturing journeys of growth and restoration. My therapy style is psychodynamic, relational-culturally sensitive, emotion focused therapy built around unconditional positive regard. We will work together to explore the depths of your emotions and thoughts. If you feel like you're stuck in a dark hole or a rut, I'd love to talk to you about it!

Hi, I'm Sonica (pronounced just like Monica, but with an S). I specialize in self-esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, people-pleasing behaviors, and perfectionism. I am truly passionate about helping clients find self-love and reach self-acceptance. I often draw from Internal Family Systems (IFS) and mindfulness based and somatic practices. My approach is to help you gain insight, practical tools/coping skills, and get to the root of your problems, not just bandaid them.

You might feel unable to experience joy or persistent anxiety, fear, and anger. Stuck in the past, you can’t see a bright future. You might be straddling two cultures—the one you left behind and the one you are trying to embrace. Continued stress, hardship, or trauma could take a toll on your health, resulting in sleep issues, concentration problems, and chronic illnesses. Psychotherapy promotes wellness to improve mental and physical health. Building resilience is essential to restore self-agency. It would be a pleasure to take you on a journey to self-actualization!

Perhaps you’ve spent years trying to be “perfect” or to feel "good enough" and yet good enough never feels enough. Or maybe the noise of others’ control and desires stifles your own voice. You could be the person constantly taking care of others where you don’t know what it’s like to tend to your own needs. Or perhaps you’ve grown accustomed to hearing that you’re “too sensitive” or “emotional” where you’ve wondered why you feel things so strongly in comparison to others. Whether its shame, stress, life transitions, trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, or another life struggle, we can work together through your adversity.

Do you struggle with anxiety or depression that interferes with you having a satisfying life? Do you feel like you're constantly trying to catch up with your daily demands or that you are failing in your roles as a wife, mother, or in your career? Do you long for reaching a place of happiness and peace as you enjoy your accomplishments with your children and spouse? Now more than ever women are feeling challenged and tired by the demands of work, parenting, marriage, experiencing a loss or a big change in their lives, difficult relationships, or pain from past traumatic experiences.

Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Trauma, Grief, these are just some of the issues many are experiencing. Have you been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, needing support, someone to actively listen, who is non-judgmental, focused on what you want to achieve? It is your journey, and my purpose is to help you to find your way, helping you to learn how to manage thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.

I help individuals and couples who want happier, more fulfilling lives and relationships. My clients are adults from all walks of life and all ethnicities, social backgrounds, religious affiliations or no religious affiliations. Whatever is bringing you to therapy is an opportunity to explore your vision of yourself and expand the possibilities to create the life and relationships you have always imagined.

I admire diversity and I am passionate about representation in mental health, providing awareness and advocacy. I have experience working with children, adolescents, young and elder adults managing life changes, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and more; to working with couples and families having difficulty with communication and unmet needs. I am a patient, progressive, and compassionate counselor. With my empowering techniques and use of feedback, I challenge clients to gain control and 'take back' their lives.

I specialize in helping children, teens, adults, and families improve their quality of life by overcoming behavioral and emotional challenges through compassionate therapy services. We will work together in removing the blocks to effective communication and in creating a more secure bond between your child and you. My areas of expertise include family conflicts, risky behavior in teens, sibling rivalry, anxiety and shyness, victims of bullying, depression, low frustration tolerance, trauma, and problems of self-image. Hablo Español :)

Are you are stuck in cycles of anxiety and fear there is no way out? Has it gotten to the point that you are losing sleep, losing time, losing the things you enjoy, and losing relationships? If this is your experience you have probably tried countless times to break these cycles only to find yourself right back in that messy anxious space. You want to reclaim your life. You want to move forward and achieve your life's goals. Most of all you want to break free of the worry, anxiety, and fear and be in control again.

I have extensive experience serving children with special needs including autism, ADHD, and OCD. Services are available for an array of behavioral challenges and academic supports, and can be provided in homes, online, office, schools and childcare centers. My specialties include behavior therapy, verbal behavior speech therapy, social-emotional development, social skills training, problematic challenging behaviors, and daily living skills, including feeding therapy and potty training. In addition, I provide consultation and supervision services for families, professionals and agencies.

Our focus is to create balance and wellness in people's lives through a harmony between physical and mental health wellness. We want to create a space where our clients of all backgrounds feel safe to be transparent and honest about the experiences they have in order to affect change in their lives. We also want to highlight the experiences of inequity in our society and to those that are disproportionately affected, we are here to empower and support you as you learn to heal from these experiences. We understand that being males in the mental health field is a rarity and encourage more boys/men to prioritize their mental health.

Feeling like life is a wild, untamed beast you can't keep up with? Struggling with love and dating, or balancing all the different aspects of your life? Whether it's work stress or peak performance you're striving for, I'm here to help you harness your inner strength and resilience to tackle whatever life throws your way. I provide a safe space to explore the tough stuff - from past trauma to relationships and identity - and help you find your footing in the midst of it all. Because therapy isn't just about talking - it's about finding the right match between clinician and client.

Brighter Psychological Services provides a wide variety of psychological testing and assessments for children and adults. Our psychological testing services are centered around neurological disorders such as learning disabilities, and ADHD (children and adults). We also offer personality testing, gifted testing, immigration evaluations, competency decision-making evaluations, dementia & cognitive evaluation, and testing for those seeking college/educational accommodations. In addition, we also offer Comprehensive and Vocational Evaluations to individuals and to agencies in the Central Florida and the surrounding area.

As a Marriage and Family Therapist student intern, I am excited to begin my career and invite new clients to join me on their journey to healing. I specialize in working with couples, families, and individuals who are struggling with relationship issues, communication problems, and life transitions. My ideal clients are those who are open to exploring their feelings and experiences in a safe and supportive environment. I believe that with the right guidance and support, individuals, couples, and families can find the strength to overcome their challenges and lead more fulfilling lives together.

Often times, we have difficulty healing from our painful pasts which can manifest into our present and our future. I strive to empower clients by helping them rewrite their stories to strip the shame and create meaningful, insightful, and lasting change. As therapist Claudia Naranjo said, "accept being as you are." If you find yourself struggling to accept pieces of yourself or your past, that’s where therapy can come in. My hope is that we can work together to process the past, so that you can have a more peaceful present and a renewed hope for the future.

I have over 10 years of experience in the psychology field, I'm Bilingual (Spanish/English), and I specialize in working with children ages 5+, teens, adults, parents, couples.