Therapists in Clearwater, FL

I help people whose unresolved trauma has turned into anxiety, depression, fear of living, and avoidance, just to name a few. These symptoms take over at the worst possible moments, therefore, finding it debilitating and are in need of help to decrease these symptoms, and find fulfillment in their lives. I treat couples in marriage counseling who might have grown apart, have infidelity/online love romances, or communication problems. I ask you to question, "What if life with your partner could be as exciting as it was when you first got together?” If you want to find out, give me a call.

Choosing a therapist is a difficult decision as therapy can often feel like a scary experience. I believe it is essential to create an environment where the therapist provides the safety necessary for the client to express their vulnerability. Therefore it is my goal to meet the client where they are and gently guide them towards resolution of the issues they wish to address. I believe in a collaborative process where we work together towards specific goals.

I am a seasoned therapist, and have been in practice for many years. I see persons in all stages of life. Thus, I can help you face important issues, such as marital concerns, separation or divorce, challenges of raising your children, work conflicts, relationship issues, and major illness and death of loved-ones. I can assist you with problems related to the use of alcohol and other drugs. Specifically, I see many persons who are struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety and other symptoms.

Are you feeling anxious? Unhappy? Relationship issues? Depressed? I can help. As a leading provider in Tampa, your goals and happiness are my main priority. My approach is warm, caring, supportive and solution focused. I am focused on listening to your needs and helping you with whatever issues your dealing with. We’ll work together to reach your goals. You’ll learn the tools to live a happier healthier life, feel more confident, and improve your relationships. With over 15 years of experience, education & training, I can help you feel better faster. Offering in office & virtual sessions. Call or text today for an appointment!

Let’s address your personal distress and get you to living your best life! We will address your emotional turmoil, rough patches in your life, relationship difficulties, marital distress, high functioning autism, difficulties fitting into to society, and mood disorders. Marina has experience working with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and relationship difficulties for many years. Marina has lived in more than one country and has personal experience in adjusting to western and eastern cultures.

Being a therapist, RN, wife and mother I bring knowledge and varied experiences to my therapy. My specialties are relationships, sexuality, depression, anxiety, and marital issues. I am also a clinical hypnotherapist who can offer differing treatment techniques and strategies for various problems.

Are you feeling discouraged, stuck, and hopeless in your life or marriage? Life's negative experiences are causing continued distress and preventing you from reaching your potential. Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, anger issues, relationship challenges and major life changes? are your preteens or teens experiencing behavior problems in school, home setting, or continue to get in trouble with the law?

If you've been struggling with thoughts and emotions that are leaving you worn out....If you've noticed that your relationship with others as well as yourself needs help...If you are ready to take a new path forward....you are in the right place! I counsel adults of all ages, specializing in the treatment of life transitions, work issues, anxiety, depression, addictive behaviors, parenting challenges and relationship and marital conflicts.

I invested more than twenty years serving an educator and as a principal of therapeutic schools. These experiences provide me with the unique ability to work with parents, children/adolescents, couples, and families. I am proficient in conflict resolution techniques and in transforming their perception of self to cope with anger, depression, anxiety, self-esteem and trauma. My experience prepares me to work with children/adolescents who feel challenged in their school environment and tumultuous developmental stage. My empathetic, non-judgmental approach creates a safe and trusting therapeutic environment for transformation of personal and familial desires.

Terrance Lewis is a Graduate level student intern being supervised by Cathi Long. Terrance possesses a mindset that firmly believes people possess the ability to resolve their problems and he works diligently to empower them to do so. Terrance earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology and is currently a Marriage and Family Therapy Intern. As a male therapist, and due to a sense of shared identity and experiences, Terrance has a desire to work with men, helping them with their thoughts and emotions, which are often suppressed, leaving men feeling ignored. Providing an empathetic atmosphere where you can be yourself without judgement

Yenny Sulay Leon is a Bilingual, Licensed Mental Health Therapist from Davenport, Florida. Yenny has experience in the areas of depression, anxiety, anger issues, relationship difficulties, couple conflict stress management, life transitions, and grief. Yenny uses an eclectic approach that adapts to the unique needs of each person. Yenny is a certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator of premarital and marriage couples. Yenny uses an eclectic approach that adapts to the unique needs of each person. Yenny is certified in Basic Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Advanced Accelerated Resolution Therapy.

Are you struggling with feelings of emptiness, sadness or low self-worth? Do you often feel not good enough or constantly question yourself? Is there a disconnect between who you are and who you hope to be? You are not alone. As we journey through life we encounter many obstacles that life throws our way. These may even be normal transitions of life like going to college, starting a career, marriage, parenting, divorce or grief. Some of these things are out of our control while others may be the choices that we make, but we can learn to adjust and even thrive under any of these circumstances.

Sometimes a marriage just gets stale and needs to be refreshed. And then there are those of you who are teetering on the cliff wondering whether to give up or stay the course. I think a lack of training could be the culprit and with some simple techniques and tools you will be able to manage conflict, realize some of your life dreams that seem to have been neglected, make an emotional connection that hasn't been there in a while, and build a lasting love.

I am from Brazil where I received a clinical psychologist license in 1998 (Brazilian Psychology Board). I understand the importance of cultural sensitivity in establishing trust and comfort to achieve a successful treatment. Besides fluent English, I speak Spanish and Portuguese. My professional training and education, allows me to combine a psychoanalytical vision with cognitive-behavioral interventions in a sensitive and non judgmental style. I utilize sense of humor to guide clients through insights; I am very dynamic and make use of analogies to help clients visualize their problems in a more concrete and manageable way.

Perhaps you want to make changes, but feel stuck or overwhelmed. You may feel burned out, stressed, restless and anxious. Short term, strength-based counseling will help you rediscover your strengths, tap into your natural resiliency, and build the healing and growth you want in your life and relationships. I bring 25+ years of experience with individuals, couples and families, and focus on collaboratively building creative solutions with clients. Call or email today.

WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS: Are you looking to make a change in your life? I will help you gain insight and become your best self while helping you facilitate your life's purpose and meaning. I use a mix of counseling and coaching methods to help overcome anxiety, fear, anger, stress, depression, and communication problems to increase the ability to manage life's pressures. I will help you regain your self-confidence and self-esteem, build trust and clarify your values. For relationships: I use Gottman's evidence base tools to help realign a relationship or marriage, improve communication, and increase fondness and admiration.

Have you ever felt like no one understands what you are going through? That you are alone on this road called life and not really sure where it is taking you? You may feel “weak” if you seek therapy, but let me tell you that is the complete opposite of what you are. By you finding help you are proving to yourself that you are stronger than what you think. As you take this big step in your journey it can bring a lot of nerves and excitement at the same time. It is not easy to find a stranger to talk about your feelings with. I want to be the person who will fill your cup up when you need it the most.

My understanding of how overwhelming therapy can be for some, and my empathy and listening skills can help put my clients at ease. I utilize a collaborative approach as you are the best expert on you! Sessions are a warm and trusted place to be. I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy and often seek training in other modalities. My therapeutic orientations are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered, Play Therapy, and Sand Tray. I've also been trained in EMDR, Neurofeedback, and Prepare and Enrich (a premarital and marriage assessment), so I know how to do these things, too.

Kelvin is passionate about helping his clients achieve their personal goals and navigate life’s challenges. He has worked with individuals from all walks of life, helping them find meaning and purpose amidst difficult circumstances. His approach is rooted in empathy, compassion, and respect for each client’s unique journey. Kelvin is experienced in working with children, teens, couples, and adults. He is certified in Gottman Marriage Therapy and is bilingual, speaking both Spanish and English.