Trauma Focused Therapists in Casselberry, FL

Life’s many transitions, wounds from our past, and pressures in day-to-day living can lead to feeling unfulfilled and overwhelmed at times. The good news is that counseling can help. I am passionate about encouraging and assisting individuals to live life to their fullest potential. I believe that humans are resilient and can overcome the obstacles before them with the proper tools, support, and mindset. I help motivated individuals like yourself openly explore what holds them back from experiencing a joy-filled life.

The world we live in is overwhelmingly unpredictable, which can lead us to not only numb our own emotions, but also hinders our capacity to communicate in healthier ways, build meaningful relationships, connect, be intentionally productive, or engage in much needed acts of self-care. Feeling the weight of one or more past traumatic or stressful experiences can easily cripple our ability to shift away from destructive behavior patterns. You may be feeling stuck– uncertain of who you are, what you want, and what you deserve, or maybe you’re caught in the spiral of believing that you don’t deserve more than what you have now.

My goal as a therapist is to create a safe space for you to feel heard in order to heal from past concerns and grow into your ideal self. I work with individuals of all ages, with a focus on those that belong to the LGBTQIA+ and Neurodivergent communities. I am a body-positive, non-shaming, and affirming therapist who wants to ensure you feel supported within our therapeutic relationship. Additionally, counseling for children and teens is a strength & passion of mine. I have found success connecting with youth to help them reach their personal goals while also helping the family unit heal.

As a therapist, I strive to help my clients reach their full potential by giving them resources and opportunities to make the changes they need to grow.

Offering Weekend Sessions that fit your schedule! Let me help you on your journey to self-introspection and wellness because what consumes you, controls you. When life becomes overwhelming, you may feel out of control with your thoughts, like you're in a dark hole you can't escape from. You might be sacrificing your authenticity for attachment or experiencing panic attacks and stress. I am here to help guide, support, and listen to you. It is time to come home to yourself.

What are you carrying that is way too heavy? These days, it may seem like life keeps getting harder the longer you try to keep it all together. You may be struggling with overwhelming thoughts, acting in ways you know aren't "you," or maybe your anxiety is just getting the best of you. You may find yourself in a cycle of fear, pain, and guilt that is keeping you stuck. You know there is more to life than this, and you're ready to reconnect to your true self free from the mental chains caused by anxiety, stress, and overwhelm.

I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and their families. I have specialized training in many expressive arts, including art therapy, play therapy, music therapy, and bibliotherapy. I have an ability to relate with children and teenagers and can use each child's unique traits and interests throughout the counseling process. I also utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help challenge and restructure negative thought patterns in older children and teenagers. I focus on building healthy relationships and effective communication among family members. I am trained in EMDR to help process trauma in the past and present.

Finding satisfaction in life can be a difficult journey. Whether you feel that everything is going as planned, or if things have become chaotic, it can be overwhelming to feel unbalanced. I provide a safe and caring space where we can work together to find your specific treatment plan. Whether you are battling anxiety, depression, trauma, or anything that may be putting a strain on you and your relationships, you do not have to go through it alone. Finding professional help is courageous, and I am happy to meet you wherever you may be at in your own personal journey.

Hello! If you are reading this you have stepped out of your comfort zone and you are exploring who you can trust with your innermost thoughts and feelings. I would be honored to work with you along your process. I can provide you with a safe space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions so you can manifest a shift in your perspective and develop the clarity, growth, and peace you seek. I am passionate about this work. My own curative journey has led me to explore a whole-person approach: mind, body, soul. I find Mental Wellness Care to be such a vital component of our whole well-being and our overall human experience.

First of all, I just want to honor you for taking this step to invest in yourself. Working on yourself isn't easy but you don't have to do it alone. You recognize that you aren't happy or that you might be feeling stuck in your life but that something has to change. What keeps you where you are at? We can't keep doing the same thing over and over again and expect a different result. If you are ready to do something different, I want to help support you in that. I work with clients who are open and ready to learn new tools/ways to break their own limiting beliefs, create new ones, and embody the best version of themselves.

Are you overwhelmed by the discovery of betrayal in your relationship? Did your partner have an affair? Does your spouse struggle with pornography or sexual addiction? Are you wondering if you ever really knew this person? There is hope! I specialize in betrayal trauma and can help you understand what is going on for you both physiologically and emotionally. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, reminders of the trauma, anger, feel you are on the brink of divorce, or desperate for healing and restoration, I offer individual, couple, and group therapy where you can heal and rediscover your joy, meaning, and purpose.

I have experience working in a pediatric hospital, community mental health, and private practice. I have worked extensively with chronic and complex medical experiences, grief, loss, change, and trauma as well as anxiety and depression. I offer in person and virtual sessions to help children, teens, parents, and adults navigate and process life's challenges.

Anxiety and depression are treatable, it's not your fault, and your moods don't have to control you. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy you can get better and live the life you're meant to live. Anxiety, panic attacks, depression, obsessive thinking, adhd and other disorders may be experienced by themselves or in combination. Differentiating the nuances to treat appropriately and effectively takes a highly experienced and trained professional working with you. Please contact me today to schedule your appt

I specialize in working with people who are struggling with healing from traumatic/abusive experiences, those who have a poor/disconnected relationship with themselves, and people who are having a hard time managing or decreasing anxiety. I am especially passionate about guiding people through family-of-origin trauma, perfectionism, and self-criticism. I teach my clients how to look inward for approval and validation, versus externally from others. My goal is to guide my clients to their own inner power, learn to heal themselves, and find liberation from a life lead by fear. I take a bottom-up approach, with a focus on embodiment.

If you're feeling overwhelmed, struggling to keep up with life's demands, or constantly questioning why your relationships aren't flourishing, you've landed in the right place. Life's challenges can sometimes overshadow our sense of self, particularly if you've experienced trauma, a challenging childhood, or a difficult pregnancy or birthing journey.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor, and Certified SandTray Therapist with over 25 years’ experience. My passion lies in working with children, teens, adults, and families to process a variety of areas such as anxiety, depression, autism, attachment issues, caregiver issues, LGBTQ+, trauma, managing anger and more.

Anxious, overwhelmed and emotionally exhausted. This is what it feels like to be constantly overthinking situations, which leave you feeling disconnected from your true self. Whether it's school, work or your relationships, you are feeling fearful, on edge, or irritable, no matter what you do. You might not even recall a time where things didn’t feel this way. What you do know is that you are searching for change and relief. You are ready to learn how to manage these difficult thoughts and emotions. You are ready to find joy, feel confident, and worry free. You are ready to focus on you.

I am Licensed Mental Health Counselor and I offer counseling to individuals and families struggling with self-esteem, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and different life stressors. I am fully committed to my clients' success and growth. It is my belief that the therapeutic relationship is a crucial element to therapy. I strive to facilitate an environment that is trusting, inviting, safe, nonjudgmental, and professional. I focus on serving, adults, adolescents, and families through individual and family therapy. I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults who may be struggling with various transitional, interpersonal, and emotional challenges.

If you are looking for an empathetic and experienced therapist, I am here to help you. I will work hard to guide you to make the choices that will help you to achieve a better life. I am experienced in working with families, couples, and individuals. I provide a welcoming atmosphere to people of all races, ages, ethnic backgrounds, religions, genders, and sexual orientations. Additionally, I am a Qualified Supervisor for clinicians seeking licensure for Social Work (LCSW) and Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT).