Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Miami, FL

Oh Hey! I am Josh, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who specializes in relationships, starting with the relationship with yourself and others. I enjoy working with Queer and LGBTQIA+ individuals and non-traditional relationships. So many of us have had to forfeit either our authenticity or connection to operate in the world. My passion is to help individuals and families connect, accept, and love their authentic selves and facilitate deeper connections with their loved ones.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor practicing in both MA & FL. Having worked in a variety of different settings throughout my career, I have greatly deepened my understanding of the mental health field and the individuals and families we get to serve. I have worked in intensive settings such as McLean-Franciscan’s Child and Adolescent inpatient unit and McLean-Franciscan’s Community-Based Acute Treatment Program (CBAT). I have also worked in schools, including the Boston Public School System and the prestigious, Milton Academy as well as having experience with crisis intervention through working at the MA DMH.

Are you experiencing distress after trauma? Do you lose time or feel disjointed internally? Do you have flashbacks or don't understand why you feel the way you do? I specialize in working with complex trauma and dissociation, including DID. I am experienced in EMDR Levels I and II. My work has been influenced by various models, including IFS, an engaging ego state approach. I regularly integrate Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) skills into the challenge of this work, which has proven to be a very effective combination. Additionally, I am Level I and Level II trained in using the Gottman Method for Couples Therapy.

My passion is helping people build healthy and meaningful lives. I am a Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist trained by Dr. Patrick Carnes, the pioneer in the field of sex addiction. I have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with all forms of addictions and compulsive behaviors including: sex, pornography, drugs, alcohol, food, work, spending, codependent relationships, etc. I use Attachment-Focused EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and Lifespan Integration to help people become free from underlying relational/attachment wounds.

Hi I am Tanya Thompson, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have eleven years experience counseling people with depression, anxiety, grief/loss, and trauma. Over the years, I have seen clients make long-lasting and positive life changes. These changes occur when people delve into the causes of their depression and anxiety. Using a cognitive-behavioral approach we will work together to change the negative thought patterns that accompany depression and anxiety.

If traditional talk therapy does not fully work for you or takes too long it is not your fault and you are not alone. You may understand the root of your issues and still continue to experience symptoms like anxiety, frustration, lack of focus, or feeling stuck because stress or traumatic experiences have caused dysregulation of your nervous system, so you live in a state of alarm. That is why I combine different approaches including EMDR and IFS to reprocess traumatic and stressful experiences, Polyvagal to re-train the nervous system, and Somatic to address memories stored non verbally in the body. Info at www.emdr-florida.org

Are you yearning to live a fulfilling, harmonious life, but can't seem to figure out how to get there? Do you feel stuck in complacency and self-judgment, unable to get to where you’d like to be despite your best efforts? You are not alone. I believe that we all have a powerful capacity for change inside of us, but often, we need a bit of help to unlock it. Using a collaborative, compassionate, personable, and often playful approach, I specialize in helping women find the authenticity, confidence, and agency needed to live with deep fulfillment and joy.

Thank you for visiting my profile. I love helping clients who are struggling with relationship issues and are eager to do the work it takes to form a loving and fulfilling relationship. I’m passionate about helping clients work through the consequences of childhood emotional neglect as it often impacts how we form relationships as adults. There’s a lot of suffering that comes as a result of emotional neglect/trauma, not just relationship issues. There’s typically anxiety, depression, anger, low self-esteem, poor boundaries, feeling overwhelmed, a deep longing for, as well as, fear of connection, interpersonal conflict, etc.

During my career, I have worked with both individual and group settings, including adults with people living with HIV, veterans, incarcerated people and transgender/gender variant individuals. These populations included people with depression, bi-polar disorder, personality disorders, anxiety, PTSD and depression. I co-facilitated a group for trans youth and co-coordinated it for 6 years. As a proud bisexual, trans man, I love to work with my LGBT communities. I celebrate kinky and poly people. I strive to be an imperfect ally to non-binary trans people and people of color.

I am a laid-back therapist. I have over 40 years of experience in this profession and have learned a variety of approaches and techniques. My top modalities are Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Eclectic, Family Systems, Dialectical (DBT), Family / Marital, Interpersonal, Mindfulness, Trauma Therapy, and Couples Therapy. My specialties are Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Coping Skills, Trauma, and PTSD. I believe our relationship is a partnership, with both of us working as a team to provide you with success!

Patricia Lomando, LCSW, RPT-S, provides neurodivergent affirming services for the child, adolescent, and adult. Depression and anxiety are passions focused on throughout her career. Using sandtray, expressive arts, Internal Family Systems and Play Therapy, she explores mood and prevention patterns, collaborates on coping strategies and helps identify those sometimes elusive gifts that are part of every neurotype. With expansive certifications in Registered Play Therapy and Infant Mental Health, she works through methodologies that bridge family gaps and help “translate” the child’s language through play, art and sand tray work.

Why am I like this? Seeking the answer to this question is the reason people want to work with me. I believe everyone deserves to know, love, and accept their whole self. Through the therapeutic process you will learn the skills to understand your past experiences and face future challenges with more confidence. Healing and self-discovery are long-term investments for yourself and the people in your life. There is no “one size fits all” solution, which is why I incorporate elements from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, DBT, Somatic Therapy, and Attachment Theory into my therapeutic approach.

How's your relationship with yourself? Relationships can bring us joy, and connection, and opportunities to grow. We talk to friends and loved ones, spend time with them, and we care for them. How much time do you spend deepening your relationship with yourself? Do you pay attention to how you talk to yourself, how you spend time with yourself, how you care for your Self? It is my experience both personally and professionally that when we spend time working on our relationship with Self, not only do we become happier, and more peaceful internally- our external relationships with others improve as well.

I specialize in therapy for individuals and couples struggling with emotional, thought-based, and relational problems and those facing major life transitions, grief and trauma. I provide an engaged, safe and compassionate space where you can tell your story and explore how thoughts and past experiences impact the way you feel, behave, relate to others and manage life's challenges. I then assist you in finding healthy alternatives and an empowered path forward.

Life can be hard! My approach to therapy is to share with you a safe, non-judgmental space which we can build a strong therapeutic relationship so that together we can explore the challenges you face and develop a way to make changes and choices in your life so that your life is easier. I use a mix of evidence-based practices and approaches including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS). I will support you through our collaborative work in addressing harm, coping strategies, and facilitating healing. Through collaboration and support I will help empower you to understand your feelings and behavior.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist who will offer you a safe, caring, and supportive environment. In my 20 + years of clinical experience, I believe having a mutual and reciprocal therapeutic relationship is one of the first steps for growth and change. I value your input and will work with you as a team to help you identify and achieve your goals. I have a strong background in treating children, adolescents and adults with issues related to mood, relationships, adjustments to life transitions, anxiety, work or school performance, medical issues, eating disorders, substance abuse, stress, parenting, and other psychological disorders.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Ph.D. in Counselor Education specializing in working with adults, couples, & poly folks to help with challenges such as managing anxiety, depression, LGBTQAI+ identity, relationship issues, PTSD, & letters for HRT and surgeries. I work from a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), EMDR, internal family systems, person centered, sex positive, kink friendly, poly friendly, and nonbinary orientation in order to explore and collaboratively work with you to assist in achieving your goals. This eclectic theory base allows for me to develop an individual treatment plan that often includes homework

Sometimes we carry burdens that are so heavy it's hard to find a direction to walk in or remember where we are headed. It can be intimidating to stop and take that moment to look inside, but it can also be healing. As a therapist, it would be a privilege to walk alongside you during this part of your journey and help you carry some of the weight as you process your emotions and experiences, learn new skills and new ways to manage life's difficulties, become more attuned with yourself, and find the path you want to take.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and overly emotional? Trying to "fix" things on your own without success? Untreated, these feelings often lead to anxiety, depression, family conflict and increase stress; this prevents you from living your life to the fullest. Coping during stressful times requires talking to a compassionate professional who will treat you with dignity and respect. The goal of therapy is for each person to reach their highest potential in all areas of their lives. I treat children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families experiencing various emotional and psychological symptoms.