Family Therapy in Boca Raton, FL

As a certified Emotionally Focused (EFT) therapist for individuals, couples and families. I provide a safe, nurturing space so that clients can look within and process, let go, heal and grow in life changing ways. I focus on individual struggles with anxiety, depression, grief, self esteem, trauma resolution; marriage and family issues, including conflict between partners and parents and children; personal and spiritual growth including meditation and breath work. I help clients resolve shame so they break negative cycles and live out of a deeper, truer inner awareness.

The decision to enter therapy is a courageous choice that can help empower people and help them achieve positive changes. As a New York trained psychologist, I pride myself on being an experienced, knowledgeable, nonjudgemental therapist, and offer a highy personalized approach tailored to each individual. I currently see adults of all ages for issues such as anxiety, depression, career changes, life transitions, marital issues,unsatisfying relationships, parenting issues, divorce, and loss or grief. In addition, I also work with children and adolescents, and have been trained in play therapy, a more comfortable way for younger children to express themselves.

I am a resident of Palm Beach County where I live with my wife and two children. In my spare time you can find me at the beach, spending time with family or enjoying soccer. I am originally from Lima-Peru and moved to Connecticut as a teenager to reunite with my father and siblings. I attended college in Connecticut and graduated with a duo major in Psychology and Philosophy from Sacred Heart University and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work from Fordham University in 2010. I have extensive work experience in different hospitals, community agencies, youth, adolescent and family recovery and treatment centers.

I provide guidance to concerned elders and their families seeking support with retirement, downsizing and problem solving. I am a PhD Counselor and a Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) licensed in S Florida. My focus includes retirement counseling and helping elders and their adult children with strategies for decision making paralysis, hoarding and coping with related aging conditions. With my affiliation with Leading Real Estate Companies of the World and senior living resources, we work together to develop an dividualized plan of action.

I credit my arts-focused education for the creative therapeutic approach I bring to my position and to each client. I began my career in the mental and behavioral health field as an art therapist, where I first experienced the transformative power that a compassionate, client-centered, humanistic therapeutic relationship would have on my clients. I have worked as an art therapist and primary clinical therapist in several clinical and hospital settings in NJ, PA, and FL.

With more than 20 years in the field of mental health, I continue to feel excited that I get to do this work! It is a privilege to witness individuals move beyond a stuck place to a place where they can grow and find the promise of something better. My therapeutic approach consists of helping individuals identify their unique strengths and talents and then use these positive interpersonal resources to create healthier ways to cope with challenges.

I am a seasoned therapist that has worked with individuals, families and couples for twenty years. I have helped them cope with a number of stressful obstacles that must be dealt with in life. I use an integrated approach that I tailor to the individual needs of each client, couple or family. My goal as a practitioner is to teach the skills that will create loving healthy relationships with self and the people we care about in our lives. Investing in ourselves and our loved ones is the key to a better quality of life and a way to find happiness.

In a healing environment I work to help create self growth and awareness to help the individual achieve the goals that are important to them. I am committed to providing the best treatment possible focusing on solutions to help achieve self- fulfillment. My goal is to provide a safe space where, together, we can raise awareness of thoughts, feelings, experiences, behaviors, and/or relationships. I offer day and evening appointments. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, and families in different settings, including residential treatment, hospitals, and schools.

Is your relationship in trouble? Is there too much fighting? Too much distance? We can help you to build a happy and loving relationship that works for both of you. We also specialize in helping men who sabotage relationships and careers. We teach men how to make their relationships work better, and how to be more successful and happy at work, at home, and in life. Other therapists in my practice specialize in women's issues,trauma recovery, family therapy, eating disorders, and addictions.

Tool Box for Life and Relational Skills When clients graduate from treatment, they take with them a box full of "tools", such as effective anger management techniques, avoiding confrontations that lead to negative expressions of anger, resolving conflict peacefully and quietly, making the right decisions in every aspect of life, and perseverance to always build skills against life's problems and apply them consistently. Skill development is relational. No one lives in isolation; everyone maintains many types of relationships. Treatment provides chances to improve all relationships by communicating effectively, listening without making assumptions, and avoiding miscommunication that brings on anger and/or conflict.

Are you looking to find direction, to clarify goals, or ready to dig deep and work on core issues? Often it is our family of origin issues, buried within, that drive today's unwanted behaviors. I enjoy working with those who are seeking solutions to problems that have been standing in your way and blocking you from achieving your full potential in life. I would like to be your partner on the journey to well-being. My years of experience working in community mental health, substance abuse and co- occurring treatment, as well as outpatient therapy enables me to help clients navigate complex situations.

WE PROVIDE THE SERVICES, SCHOOLS JUST CAN'T! With a Ph.D. focusing on “Instructional Use of Research-Based Interventions for Students with an Autism Spectrum Disorder”, I am a former ESE Department Chairperson and teacher, past and current National Speaker on many topics relating to ASD, ADHD and behaviors. At our “Counseling and Learning Center”, since 2012, my team of Counselors, Coaches and I conduct *College Life Skills, *Individual and Family Counseling, *Therapeutic Social Skills, *Executive Functioning, and *Behavior Modification Programs, Parent Training and much more.

Are you a teenager or a parent of a teen ages 11-18 who is navigating the challenges of adolescence. Or struggling with anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, or school stress? Or even feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about how to manage emotions and thoughts? I am here to help.

Are you, your family or your child having emotional or behavioral problems which are interfering with school, family, or friendships? Families today have pressures and expectations from all sides. As a psychotherapist I am concerned with helping you to be the kind of person you would like to be while working with you and your family to feel more contented. With 14 years of experience I bring a wide range of experience and training to my practice and am able to tailor treatment to your specific needs.

Arielle Theodore is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor of Caribbean descent who received a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health at Monroe College in New Rochelle, New York and obtained her Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling at Hodges University in Naples, Florida. Arielle has over 5 years of experience working in the field of Mental Health and presently conducts individual and family therapy to pre-teens, teens, young adults, and the adult population.

Are you and your family trying to figure out ways to communicate differently? Is your child distant, angry or impossible to manage? Are you or anyone in your family feeling disconnected, frustrated, turning to substances for comfort, or thinking about divorce as a solution to your family's problems? Have you tried all the suggestions your friends or books have given you? Do you feel alone, STUCK and finally ready to do the work to help your family get beyond their existing hurdle to a better and healthier place? If so, Andrea Perlin, from Boca Family Therapy can help.

Do you feel overwhelmed, alone, down, or misunderstood? Maybe you feel like you don’t even understand yourself. Do you feel like you need someone to talk to who won’t judge you and will be helpful already? I am here to help you get out of those feelings to build toward a brighter you. I can guide you through learning and implementing skills to thrive. We will work to develop the skills to have good relationships, do well at work, do well socially, and manage family relationships. It’s time to feel like the amazing individual that you already are.

Are you having trouble coping with everyday problems? Do you feel overwhelmed in trying to deal with a close personal relationship? Is your child or teen struggling or making poor choices, or are the challenges of parenting too much to handle? Life situations can be stressful and can lead us to question our judgment and fill us with self-doubt. You try to address the issue, even with the support of family and friends, but this often seems futile. You may become depressed or anxious, or have difficulty managing your daily responsibilities.

I specialize in treating various types of eating disorders, mood disorders, addictions and adolescent issues. Working with both males and females who are struggling with Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating, Exercise addiction, Orthorexia, self-esteem issues and body image related issues. I also focus on treating adolescents who are struggling with common adolescent issues such as: Bullying, substance use, eating disorders, self harm, peer pressure, social media addiction, school stress and mood disorders. Services include: Individual therapy, family therapy and couples counseling.