Therapists in Bradenton, FL

Are you struggling with feelings of not being good enough? Have you experienced something traumatic, had harm done to you, or have painful memories that you can't stop thinking about? Or perhaps, you are finding you are having difficulties in your relationships. Whether it's insecurities that take over, depending on others for happiness, or simply wondering “who am I?" - you're not alone. Whether it's sleepless nights, relentless anxiety, and flashbacks that are overwhelming - there can be healing. Whether it's conflict with your family, poor communication with your friends, or feeling hurt by a partner - there is hope.

Let's make the changes in your that life you desire to see. Welcome. I am looking forward to helping you. Assisting my clients in achieving their goals is my highest priority. I work with adults, teens, children, families, and couples to evaluate and treat: Trauma, Substance Abuse, Mood problems, Relationship and Intimacy issues, Family Conflict, Child and Teen Behavioral struggles, and more. Most of my clients express feeling emotional relief and having different thoughts about their concerns after our very first meeting.

Have you experienced trauma or are you coping with PTSD? Have you found yourself in the midst of family conflict? Are you struggling with an eating disorder? I'm passionate about helping people through their struggles and begin the journey to emotional and mental healing.

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my professional interests and clinical experience focus on relationship issues, family and parenting challenges, work-life balance; stress, anxiety and mood management; self-esteem, and grief counseling. I always strive to create a warm, non-judgmental environment in which clients feel understood and comfortable exploring issues, while cultivating self-awareness and coping skills as they embark upon the journey to create positive change.

As a licensed mental health counselor with over 16 years of experience, I offer tailored support across diverse age groups. From children and preteens to teenagers, adults, and families, my professional journey is rooted in addressing a wide spectrum of needs and concerns. I am committed to understanding the unique challenges each individual and family face, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes growth, resilience, and overall well-being.

Are you struggling to change your current situation? Are life's issues proving to be more than you can handle? Making the decision to seek help can be filled with uncertainty and questions; one that does not come easy to most. I offer a compassionate, solution focused approach to help you explore ways to live life at its fullest; strengthening yourself and your relationships.to move you to a place of happiness and fulfillment. Identify solutions to relationship issues, resolve family conflict, free yourself of addiction or manage the challenges of adolescence in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Hi! My name is Michele D. Della Costa. If you feel that help has been hard to find, give me a call. If you are struggling with self-love, relationships, depression, trauma, divorce, or adolescent issues, you are not alone. If you are ready to feel better and take control of your happiness, I am ready, too. You are Worthy of love and kindness, both from yourself and from others.

Many times when people call, they have concerns including: Mental Health issues, Addiction, Family, Couples,Relationships,Problems, Work Stress, Medical Conditions, Trauma, Loss, Grief, or everyday stressors. I will treat you with utmost dignity, and respect, honoring your cultural/ religious values. My creative approaches are what my clients like the best. I have used music, appropriate use of humor, and other artisitc ways to help people express themselves. As a TEAM, we will work TOGETHER to identify, set and achieve your goals, and I give you tangible strategies to reach them.

Do you want to turn crises into opportunities for growth? Do you want to heal the pain from the past and experience the life that you want in the present? Do you want to learn how to cherish your partner and live in peaceful harmony? Do you want to work through past traumas, change dysfunctional family patterns and shed outdated defenses? Problems in life are unavoidable, but suffering is a choice. Trying to elude the pain of life's challenges can leave you stuck in stress, anxiety, and depression.

Tired of feeling misunderstood, angry, or resentful of your partner/ spouse? Perhaps your marriage is stuck in a rut or falling apart, and you want to save, restore & enhance your emotional connection. If you've grown distant & discouraged in your relationship, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy can help you & your partner become more emotionally engaged & responsive to each other. Over the last decade, I've helped many distressed teens, adults, couples, and families heal emotional injuries, repair conflicts & create greater closeness and intimacy with their loved ones. I invite you to take charge and make positive changes in your life & relationships by calling me today.

I was born and raised in Miami, FL. I currently live in the Central Florida area. I am also a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have been in the mental health field for over 25 years. I am passionate about helping others in and outside of my profession. I believe that therapy is a collaborative approach. The client works in collaboration with the therapist to help find solutions. Theoretical approaches are based on the needs of the individual. I specialize in the Solution-Focused approach. I believe in a collaborative approach.

My Journey to becoming a therapist began after a career in teaching and raising my three boys. My passion has always been working with children, but as a therapist, I have the ability to help people of all ages. I have a background in working with trauma, adoption, divorce, parent coaching, and the child welfare system, and I have experience working with young children, teens and adults. I specialize in working with children and families who are struggling with child behaviors, life circumstances, family dynamics, adult, relationships, or parent, child relationships, and seek greater connection, harmony, and resiliency in life.

What makes you do things that are the exact opposite of what you want? Research reveals, in part, that your unconscious motivations conflict with your conscious intentions. Many blame themselves for making the wrong choices that are conscious but, somehow beyond their immediate control. Without your knowledge, the unconscious drives you in another direction and at your core lay the threatening force of fear that can drag you away from where you want to go. Every time you sense anxiety or fear, you apply the brakes, slow down your journey, and prevent yourself from living your fullest life. We offer psychological tools to move forward.

Dr. Emily Roff at Autism Family Coach helps families with a child, or loved one, with autism, across the life span. She provides guidance, coaching, training and advocacy for families navigating the complex world of autism. Families who may especially benefit are those who have concerns of early signs of autism; who need guidance on how to get an autism diagnosis; and/or who have a recent diagnosis and are looking for next steps, resources, and home- and school-based strategies. Additionally, families with other developmental disabilities may also benefit from working with Dr. Roff when strategizing IEP & school-based issues.

I am Sonya Belletti, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Coach who specializes in and is passionate about all things family. I take a client-centered and humanistic approach to working with my clients. My goal is to have clients leave each session with value added to their lives, so they are able to build fulfilling relationships. I work with clients who find themselves at an impasse and struggling to get out of a rut in their personal lives, career, or relationship. I also support families who are entering parenthood for the first time as well as established families who are struggling to feel connected within their household.

Accepting new clients in MD and FL, providing therapy to those seeking personal growth, clarity, emotional regulation, and overall wellness. Within each of us is the power to achieve happier, healthier, and more productive lives. With each step we take, we learn to walk confidently in the direction of your goals, knowing that everything you need is on your path. We recognize that in each journey, challenges present themselves. These challenges are an opportunity to review, re-evaluate, and re-define the present and future by empowering the individual to never lose sight of their destination, while keeping the faith they will arrive.

Transitions in life can be challenging for children, adolescents, and adults. My goal is to assist each client to achieve their highest potential. My role may change from being a catalyst for change, to conducting a thorough assessment. Evaluations may assist clients to identify problems that may be interfering with their everyday lives and personal relationships. I utilize my knowledge and education along with many years of experience in counseling in diverse settings and with all age groups. My focus of counseling is to build a safe, trusting relationship with each client with acceptance and without judgment to promote positive change.

At Reflections, we love helping people to find peace and joy again, and to experience their personal, family, and financial dreams coming true as well. We help our clients to deal with problematic thoughts and behaviors and life stress in general also. We work from a Christian framework and we "dig" only as deeply as needed to correct the problem(s). Our coaches specifically focus on meeting your goals for a promising future! In addition to our in-person work, we also offer online courses that individuals can take in the privacy of their own home!

Change can feel scary and stressful. Standing at a crossroads can feel uncertain and overwhelming. Sometimes our life circumstances change, other times we decide that what we are doing now, is no longer working for us. My focus is working with people who are experiencing anxiety, depressed mood, grief, loss, addictions, trauma, PTSD, and other adjustments and life transitions. This could involve changes in relationships, family, spirituality, health, career, education, or living situation. It could include death, healing wounds and inner children, identifying and enforcing boundaries, and identifying and changing limiting beliefs.