Adults Therapists in Coral Gables, FL

I have over 30 years of experience in the evaluation and treatment of adults , adolescents, and couples. I was trained in the cities of Chicago and New York, and have been in South Florida since 1992. While in private practice, I held the position of Director of Adult Outpatient Psychology Services at Jackson Memorial Hospital for 13 years, and held an Attending and Adjunct Faculty status at University of Miami School of Medicine. In addition to psychoanalytic and by virtue of my long teaching and supervisory experience and many years in private practice, I am also well versed in other theoretical approaches and treatments.

Let me help you find your strengths and tools to deal with life's obstacles, however big or small. My intention is to help clients not only set but achieve their goals with the right skills. Together, we can create a course of treatment specific to your needs, which might include anything from ADHD, anxiety, behavior management, depression, parenting, school issues, self-esteem, substance abuse, trauma, and more. I will apply a variety of evidence-based treatments, interventions, and coping skills to best help you reach your goals.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I earned a Master of Science in Education in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Miami, and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and French from the University of Southern California. I specialize in treating complex eating disorders and co-occurring conditions in adults , as well as trauma/Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). I am trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and am certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy for trauma. Previously, I worked as a clinical director at a residential eating disorders treatment center.

I work collaboratively with you to explore emotions, identify and process difficult experiences, improve self-esteem, and learn skills that will help you cope with life's challenges. We work together to create treatment goals and make sure to tackle them one by one. Life gets difficult; it's no secret. I want to help you maneuver through life's unexpected changes, challenges, difficulties, and confusions.

In my years of counseling, I have learned that seeking the help of a professional is not easy but it is certainly the first step to improve one's life. I am committed to bring healing to wounded emotionally and mentally ill children, adolescents, families and adults . Let me help you develop the strength and motivation you need to face life challenges. You deserve to be happy and to achieve personal joy.

Trained at the Yale Center for Traumatic Stress and Recovery, I help young adults and families who are struggling in the wake of traumatic events. Clients I have helped on the path to recovery have experienced stressful and challenging events such as sexual, physical or emotional abuse, domestic, school or community violence, motor vehicle accidents, loss of a parent or important attachment figure, natural or man-made disasters, and multiple or complex traumas.

I am a Licensed Psychologist with expertise in Pediatric Neuropsychology and Behavioral Medicine. I work with pediatric patients and young adults with long COVID, TBI/concussions, spinal cord injury, epilepsy, brain tumors, arteriovenous malformation bleeds/strokes, demyelinating diseases, cancer, transplant recipients, general medical conditions and genetic disorders affecting the nervous system. I also specialize in neurodevelopmental conditions such as autism spectrum (children and adults ), developmental and learning disorders, attention-deficit and disruptive behavior disorders, comorbid anxiety, and mood disorders.

I am Dr. Lilia Smith, a clinical psychologist with more than twenty years of experience providing psychological services to adolescents, adults , couples, and families. I treat persons suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma, personality disorders, and medically related conditions. I assist couples who are experiencing relational conflicts, communication difficulties, sexual incompatibility, infidelity, divorce, and parenting issues. I work with individuals experiencing major life transitions. In the safety of a supportive and confidential setting, you can explore your concerns and find answers to the problems you are facing.

As one seeks change in their life, it is important to do so with support and understanding. Whether you are hoping to change chronic patterns in relationships, enhance your self esteem, build greater self awareness or examine your relationship with food and your body, a strong therapeutic relationship can help attain meaningful change.

It is my goal to help children, adolescents and adults learn to cope and process current stressful issues and daily life events. My areas of specialty involve mental health issues associated with depression, anxiety/fears, Bipolar disorder, tics, psychosis, personality disorders and more. I also work in the areas of poor self esteem, adjustment disorders, anger management, behavioral issues associated with divorce of parents or other life changing events. I strive to incorporate the body and mind using a holistic approach into my sessions.

Are you feeling stuck as a parent? Does your child worry a lot, have troubles with self-esteem, struggles with making friends or adjusting to a new person in their life? Let me give them (and you) the tools to cope, feel safe and grow in a supportive environment. How about you? Feeling anxious, depressed, miserable in your marriage? Did you try to cope but cannot figure it out? I will work with you individually, as a couple or as a family. We will look at your patterns, figure out what is keeping you from feeling well and explore various resources to get you moving forward. YOU have the ability and potential, let's discover it!

Emotional pain goes by various labels--anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, unrewarding relationships, addiction, etc--but it has common pathways. Otherwise there would be no treatment for it. No one wants to feel pain. It hurts, by definition. But can you use your emotional pain to motivate yourself to address the the issues that cause it in the first place? Can you learn to reflect, understand, and respond versus react to your pain and flee from it? It takes time, but re-training your thinking and behavior can yield valuable benefits if you're willing to invest in yourself.

I believe there is an untapped resource that lies within each of us and I enjoy helping people find the many ways to tap into that potential to heal and grow. I work with children, adults , couples and families with issues ranging from severe trauma, stress management, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, health psychology and personal growth.

Do you find yourself feeling stuck and unable to move forward? Are you having a hard time adjusting to a significant change in your life? Psychotherapy is an opportunity to work through issues that interfere with one's ability to live a more fulfilling, meaningful, and authentic life. Whether it be past or present dilemmas, I provide a healing compassionate environment to help you work through challenges towards a place of acceptance and resolution. Using evidence based practice, I collaboratively work with you to understand your goals and meet your full potential in life.

As a licensed clinical psychologist, I work with adults (18+) who are experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and interpersonal conflict. Although therapy is a highly individualized process, my goal is to offer a reflective space where you may understand your experience, recognize influences, and explore the ways in which you relate to yourself and others. My therapeutic approach is insight-oriented and relational, and aims to support your ability to identify and modulate emotional states, recognize interpersonal and behavioral patterns, and develop more effective coping skills.

Educated at Brandeis University and the University of Miami, and trained in the State of Connecticut mental health system, I am a licensed psychologist who has been in private practice in Miami for over 30 years. I particularly enjoy working with young adults as they transition from adolescence into adulthood and I am well trained to treat depression, anxiety, bipolar and other mood disorders, relationship conflicts, borderline personality disorder, school or work underachievement, and ADD.

I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in psychotherapy and assessment/evaluation with children, teens, adults , and families. I work with clients of all ages, from toddlers to older adults , with diverse diagnoses and life stressors, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, parent-child and peer-based relationship difficulties, grief and loss, divorce and family transitions, disruptive behaviors, learning difficulties, and identity development. I pride myself on standing side-by-side with my clients as they move towards brighter futures by implementing small changes that lead to contented, calm, and complete lives.

I help patients live freer, more fulfilling lives and believe in the work I do to get patients there. I have a Bachelor's in Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, a Master's in Social Work from New York University and a Certificate in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy from the Contemporary Freudian Society. Prior to moving back home to Miami, I practiced in New York City for several years.

Are you depressed, anxious or fearful? Do you have relationship issues? Do you want to feel better and be happy? Through therapy, I help my clients learn how to enjoy their lives instead of just "hanging in there". I help people with depression, anxiety or fears, relationship issues, divorce, loss or grief, trauma, low self esteem and more. I want to help you feel better and live a happier life. I am not the right therapist for patients who are under the age of 12. If you are struggling and want to feel better, I may be the therapist for you. I am a licensed mental health counselor. I'm fluent in English & Spanish.