Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Saint Petersburg, FL

My area of focus has been child development, family transitions, marital counselling, and Post Traumatic Stress (PTS). Specialty areas include addressing parenting/behavioral issues with young children, marital conflict, and any individual or dyad working with trauma. Client-centered and culturally sensitive treatment is always a goal of mine. Individual talk therapy and working within the context of building relationships are typical modalities client would expect from my services. Trauma therapy is often conducted individually.

Are you struggling with the loss of a loved one? Feeling alone and exhausted by your symptoms? Having difficulty focusing? As a counselor, my work is dedicated to helping clients, just like you, adjust to change during challenging /transitional moments. In my practice, I serve a multitude of populations, ranging from college students, seasoned professionals, as well as, retirees. Using specialized psychoeducational tools, and implementing coping strategies, together we work on alleviating symptoms to healthily welcome change. If you’re tired of struggling alone, I encourage you to contact me and together we’ll ride that wave.

I help anxious people-pleasers and trans folx to stop feeling trapped by social pressures and start giving themselves permission to practice radical authenticity. You may feel stuck in a loop of self-doubt, insecure in your relationships, dissatisfied, overwhelmed, or nervous to set boundaries - meanwhile you desire to live a vibrant life, feeling grounded, confident, and free. Through integrative therapy with an affirming provider, you can reconnect with yourself and learn to trust the wisdom of your inner voice. My holistic, trauma-focused approach supports the mind-body-spirit connection for profound healing from the inside out.

If you are hoping to find a safe and non-judgmental space in which you can feel seen and understood, where you can explore ideas for personal growth and positive change, I invite you to reach out. My approach to therapy emphasizes self-care, encourages you to work through your emotions and feelings, and focuses on growth towards personal goals of well-being and happiness. I enjoy working with clients of all ages, from children and adolescents to young adults and beyond.

Voted 2023 Best of the Bay Finalist! I offer a practical approach to provide support and guidance to clients. Whether it is urgent life stressors, relationship challenges, family issues, or trauma there is always a way to shine some light. While a large part of my practice is working with clients using talk therapy, I am also a trauma expert trained in EMDR as well as ART. These techniques allow me to help clients become unstuck from habitual reactive states that often create havoc in relationships and other important areas of life.

Over 11 years of experience in providing individual, couples, and family therapy services. I believe one is the driver and they can control how they want to live; however,I understand often times family, substances, depression, past trauma, anxiety, relationships, raising children, career/employment, financial, and personal struggles can be obstacles.My objective is to work with you in becoming aware and in creating solutions, which can counterattack these obstacles. Depending on your motivation this process can be short or long. It all depends on how much you want to live a productive life.

Does your inner-critic scream when you make a mistake? Do people seem to like you more than you like yourself? Maybe you just feel lost, wanting things to be different even though you don't know exactly what that means. That’s okay. Life can be challenging, but challenging is not impossible. Sometimes, we just need some support. I would like to offer you my support in a space where you can feel free to be who you are, free from the pressure of who you're supposed to be, and free to discover what's important to you. Let's work together to identify the changes you want to make in life so you can work on making them.

What can a client do when words are not enough? ...When language does not possess a spectrum of vocabulary capable of describing a feeling or experience? ...When a resistive teenager is unwilling or unable to express their emotions or thought processes to an adult? When failed communication between two individuals in a relationship result in a session of arguing, blame, and disagreement? Enter: Art Therapy. In addition to being a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) who borrows from a CBT perspective, I possess extra credentials which allow me to utilize art making and the creative process to help clients reach clinical goals.

Life can be difficult, especially when it feels as though no one understands you. Having to face feelings of being overwhelmed, constant worrying, sadness and the pain from brokenness can leave you with a heavy heart. This is your sign that you’re ready to move from the agony and pain to healing. It’s your time for relief and healing! Life stressors increases anxiety, depression, brokenness, low self esteem, and traumatic experiences which can be difficult to deal with by yourself. Together, we will journey on your path to healing. I will support and encourage you which is a game changer in discovering your "Pathway to Peace."

Do you often struggle with your self-esteem? Do you often put others before yourself, leading you to feel drained at the end of each day? Do you have trouble with boundaries? I specialize in helping professionals heal their inner child wounds, increase their self-esteem and self-love, improve their relationships, navigate their career and ultimately create a life they love.

I remember going through the motions of living life how I thought others wanted me to live. I was always putting others first and myself second, and although I gained joy from some of these experiences, knowing that I was not true to myself and who I wanted to be made me feel lazy and unfulfilled. While I was working on my Masters, the teachings of martial arts and eastern philosophy coincided with my academic lessons in a way that gave me perspective on how I could better myself, my mood, and the lives of others. I have felt a great improvement on my outlook and my ability to assist others in battling their own crossroads.

Are you having a lot of anxiety and intrusive thoughts? Are you struggling with boundaries in a relationship or having a difficult transition in life? If you are not equipped to overcome these thoughts or situations they will continue to weigh you down. You are not alone nor do you need to continue to suffer. I can help you to identify areas you want to work on and walk with you on your journey towards healing.

I provide counseling for individuals and families. specializing in in family-systems models, attachment oriented therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy. I have worked with many individuals and families that struggle with anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, substance abuse, and abusive relationships. In addition, I have experience working with children that are struggling with adoption. By utilizing an individualized insight-oriented approach, I can help both children and adults process emotions and achieve positive progress to reach their goals. I am a strong believer of the mind/body/spirit connection.

Are you finding it difficult to heal from a previous or current relationship with yourself or others? Are you feeling stuck or confused? Are you ready for a change? Whether it's a relationship with self, family, intimate, business, or friend; we can work together to identify the barriers that may be prohibiting your goals. Many of us find ourselves repeating the same unhealthy relationship patterns even with our best intentions. No matter the difficulty, there's much wisdom in our experiences and feelings, it's just often misunderstood or overlooked.

Work with a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) to heal from sex and/or porn addiction. Sex/porn addiction is a clinical disorder which has ruined countless lives and families but responds to effective treatment. If you are struggling with sex/porn addiction, you know how debilitating it can be--shame, self-loathing, unable to stop your problematic behaviors and facing consequences. If you are the partner of a sex/porn addict, you may be wondering where to turn, bewildered and betrayed by the one you love.

I specialize in working with those struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and eating disorders. I love working with teens and young adults, as I feel like my approach and use of humor can help people feel at ease and understood. I have also worked with women in tech and the unique struggles this presents. I enjoy working with adults that are struggling with a sense of emotional loneliness or disconnection and find it difficult to "turn off" or be present, resulting in high levels of stress. I also work with individuals struggling with disordered eating or mild to moderate eating disorders, particularly Binge Eating Disorder.

Erin Scully is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level 2 (CCTP-II) who specializes in LGBTQIA+ issues, gender identity, transgender health, trauma-related disorders, and mental wellness for first responders and medical providers. She works in collaboration with her clients to find the best route to healing. Her style is integrative and involves mindfulness, art, yoga, spirituality, and traditional talk therapy. She is always open to suggestions and feedback.

Our identity is the complex lens through which we understand this world. By affirming, supporting, and strengthening marginalized identities, with a focus on the LGBTQ+ and Consensual Non-Monogamy (CNM) communities, I work towards ensuring that the fundamental human right to be seen, heard, and understood is experienced by all! My clinical focus is to create a safe space in which clients can shed the expectations, judgements, and stigmas wrongfully placed upon them. I assist clients with their self-expression, emotional regulation, boundary building, communication skills, relationship bonding, and more.

Hello! I'm so happy you're here! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Florida. I have 5 years of experience and work mostly with teenagers and young adults. My areas of expertise include eating disorders, substance abuse, and anxiety, but I also have experience with depression, OCD, postpartum, and life transitions. Most of my clients are ready to make positive changes in their lives but oftentimes need help with finding the tools necessary to meet their goals. During sessions, I tend to be easy-going, empathetic, and love to work collaboratively with clients in order to help them become the best versions of themselves.