EMDR Therapists in Delray Beach, FL

I know how difficult it can be looking for a therapist. I am here to let you know there is a soft and safe space to land. Together we can work through symptoms or experiences you might be dealing with from depression, anxiety, sleep disturbances, and flashbacks to life transitions, relationship and communication issues to working through past trauma with a somatic approach (somatic means “body” & relates to working with bodily sensations alongside talk therapy.) I am a sex-positive, sexuality/gender/kink affirmative, and lived-experience therapist who is EMDR trained & am committed to social justice principles.

Do you feel like you're not living life to your fullest potential? Are you struggling with nervousness? Do you have a goal of achieving happiness? For over a decade I have had the pleasure of helping hundreds of people throughout South Florida as a social worker, addictions therapist, trauma specialist & sexologist. I specialize in working through alcohol/drug abuse, mood disorders, trauma, relationship & sexual issues. I also assist adults who were adopted/ foster care as a child, & have expertise working with the LGBTQ population. My mission is to empower people in a nurturing environment to gain self-acceptance and confidence.

Would you like to feel better and have more energy and resilience? The anxiety, fatigue, and feelings of overwhelm are not trivial. It can affect everything in our lives - self-worth, relationships, career, physical and mental health and more. The past happens and it can keep us stuck. Although trained in EMDR , I have found Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT) can clear trauma issues in a fast and permanent way. My canine co-therapist, Bear, and I will provide a safe, accepting place (mine, yours, or Zoom) at a convenient time (evenings and Weekends, yes, even Sundays) is what you or your loved-one will experience when working with us.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 15 years of experience in mental health counseling. I offer services ranging from individual therapy to skills training and coaching, group therapy, family therapy, parenting education, and life coaching. I consider myself an integrative and holistic practitioner with a solid foundation in a person-centered approach to mental wellness.

As a licensed psychotherapist I am passionate about providing individualized services to clients in order to help them rise from their darkest moments to find hope and healing. My primary focus is treating individuals suffering from PTSD and symptoms stemming from complex trauma, addiction, personality disorders, mood disorders, family systems issues, and LGBTQ+ issues.

New clients welcome. Sometimes life can get weird and feel heavy. I’m here; lean in. If you are an adult FEMALE or identify as one and have found my profile, then read on. Do you need to unpack the emotions and discomfort you carry? I am here to help you do that. I can also support you if you have depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, trouble navigating motherhood, have a child with special needs, and/or are grieving. Feel free to call or text me to set up and an introductory meeting at no cost to you.

My passion lies in helping you connect more deeply with what you are wanting for yourself. Together, we uncover the blocks that are getting in the way of your healing and success. My experience is drawn from working in residential treatment supporting individuals and their families as they navigate substance abuse and mental health recovery. In this field, I have worked in a variety of capacities which I believe helps me bring a uniquely skilled perspective and approach. I firmly believe in looking at one’s family of origin to discover patterns that were once necessary but are now maladaptive and have become blockages.

Are you looking to make meaningful, permanent changes in your life with things that matter: Developing deep, trusting relationships, overcoming self-defeating patterns and past trauma, finding meaning in your life? In my practice I focus on creating deep insight and long-lasting change. My method - psychodynamic therapy - typically lasts between 6 months to 2 years. It is a complex, time-proven treatment method that makes profound, enduring change in your life. Studies show that psychodynamic therapy is not only as effective as other therapies, but that unlike other therapies, you continue to improve, even years after therapy ends.

In 2002 I relocated from Long Island New York to finish my education at Florida Atlantic University. Quite simply I love being a therapist. I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, teens, and their parents who have experienced trauma or suffer from Depression and Anxiety. I accept Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Oscar, UBH and Medicare. I am excited to become a clinician at Delray Beach Psychiatry and join a wonderful team of psychiatrists and therapists all working in collaboration for you or your child. I have worked with individuals who have social, emotional, behavioral, development and learning concerns.

I enjoy working with anxiety clients and to implement interventions such as Exposure, ritual prevention, and in vivo exposure. There are special treatments for the different anxiety disorders. A first session would consist of a thorough behavioral assessment which would then indicate what your therapy goals are. Thereafter, we would collaborate on setting up a treatment plan. Most anxiety treatments are short-term,20 sessions or less. I enjoy working with Cognitive behavioral methods whether for depression,protracted mourning, anxiety, trauma, and sexual concerns.I also enjoy working with the intervention/psychotherapy of EMDR .which can move therapy rapidly in many cases.

Making the decision to go to therapy never comes easily. It is important to recognize the courage it takes to make this choice to get vulnerable and take care of yourself. What’s also important is working with a therapist who can provide you with the help you need. I understand the value of the therapeutic bond and will make sure to provide you with a clear understanding of what I can help you with, as well as what that plan looks like. You don’t need to suffer in silence. We will work together to get you where you want to be.

Do you feel stuck in life due to past traumas or painful life experiences? Are you struggling with substances, other compulsive behaviors, or chronic shame? Do you have insight into what's happening but still feel powerless over making changes or finding relief? I specialize in treating addiction and trauma (they often go hand in hand) and have dedicated myself to helping individuals and families grow and improve their lives. I'm skilled at working with simple trauma to complex PTSD and dissociative disorders, focusing on the various underlying and often complex emotional and personality issues that continue to cause problems.

Thank you so much for stopping by. It's the beginning of addressing your emotional needs with a therapist who uses both traditional as well as cutting edge treatment modalities. Together we can approach the issues, and begin to clear a path for healing. Whether you are looking to address anxiety, depression, relationship issues, chronic illness, trauma, or something else, we will collaborate to identify and work through your targeted goals.

It’s my belief that therapy is a way to change your thinking change behaviors and to empower you. My goal is to help individuals ultimately achieve clarity. I want them to feel confident enough to realize that their quality of life is actually a result of their own actions and perceptions — not uncontrollable and unforeseeable events. Teletherapy is an option as well. Please note that I offer Telehealth therapy in Florida and Louisiana.

Your well-being is my ultimate concern. Are you stuck and lost in your direction ? I will help you feel more authentic and comfortable with the path you are choosing. Since 2003, I have provided patients around the world with a wide range of psychological and counseling services to suit their needs. I strongly believe that in order to be healthy we need incorporate The Holistic Approach to our life and receive healing that considers the whole person -body, mind and spirit. I help those that suffer from PTSD, anxiety and depression using EMDR , mindfulness and DBT