Trauma Focused Therapists in Dunedin, FL
Life can be difficult and we shouldn't have to do it alone. Throughout my personal and professional life, I've learned the importance of having a support system, and encourage everyone to find at least one person they can lean on. I love listening to a client's story, helping them identify areas of improvement, and working collaboratively to make positive changes. We are better together!
Life can be difficult and we shouldn't have to do it alone. Throughout my personal and professional life, I've learned the importance of having a support system, and encourage everyone to find at least one person they can lean on. I love listening to a client's story, helping them identify areas of improvement, and working collaboratively to make positive changes. We are better together!
Welcome—I'm glad you're here. Life can feel overwhelming at times, especially when you're carrying the weight of past trauma, navigating complex family or romantic relationships, experiencing anxiety, or simply trying to keep up with daily stress. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I work with adolescents, adults, and families who are seeking support, healing, and practical tools for lasting change. My approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in evidence-based care.
Welcome—I'm glad you're here. Life can feel overwhelming at times, especially when you're carrying the weight of past trauma, navigating complex family or romantic relationships, experiencing anxiety, or simply trying to keep up with daily stress. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I work with adolescents, adults, and families who are seeking support, healing, and practical tools for lasting change. My approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in evidence-based care.
Many present-day struggles have their origin in responses to traumatic experiences in the past. While these responses deserve great respect for having kept us alive (physically and/or emotionally), moving from surviving to thriving asks us to recognize that the past is not present. Working together, we can strengthen your ability to stay and feel with what is, rather than continue to respond to the trauma that was. We can gently lay those old trauma responses to rest and find new, healing ways of responding to the here and now.
Many present-day struggles have their origin in responses to traumatic experiences in the past. While these responses deserve great respect for having kept us alive (physically and/or emotionally), moving from surviving to thriving asks us to recognize that the past is not present. Working together, we can strengthen your ability to stay and feel with what is, rather than continue to respond to the trauma that was. We can gently lay those old trauma responses to rest and find new, healing ways of responding to the here and now.
Hi, my name is Elizabeth Lewerke and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida. I have been practicing for 10 years with a holistic approach, focusing on trauma, relationships, and patterns. I help people gain clarity, process past and current trauma, change unhealthy thought patterns and overall lead a more healthy, productive life.
Hi, my name is Elizabeth Lewerke and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida. I have been practicing for 10 years with a holistic approach, focusing on trauma, relationships, and patterns. I help people gain clarity, process past and current trauma, change unhealthy thought patterns and overall lead a more healthy, productive life.
Sterling Cognitive Wellness
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC, CCTP
4 Endorsed
Dunedin, FL 34698
If you are having a difficult time adjusting to a life change you weren't expecting; maybe an injury that has resulted in chronic pain and needing to modify the way you used to do things, a relationship change, adjusting to parenthood, or dealing with the effects of a pandemic, and would just like to feel "balanced," find joy in life again, sleep peacefully, and use healthy coping skills to maintain normal daily function, then consider allowing me to work with you to figure out how to work through and overcome some of your challenges and support a transition to a more positive mindset.
If you are having a difficult time adjusting to a life change you weren't expecting; maybe an injury that has resulted in chronic pain and needing to modify the way you used to do things, a relationship change, adjusting to parenthood, or dealing with the effects of a pandemic, and would just like to feel "balanced," find joy in life again, sleep peacefully, and use healthy coping skills to maintain normal daily function, then consider allowing me to work with you to figure out how to work through and overcome some of your challenges and support a transition to a more positive mindset.
Accepting new clients! Have you been facing one of the hardest seasons of your life? This can also be a turning point. With the right support, rooted in compassion and acceptance, you can grow through the challenge and emerge stronger, more resilient, and more grounded.
Accepting new clients! Have you been facing one of the hardest seasons of your life? This can also be a turning point. With the right support, rooted in compassion and acceptance, you can grow through the challenge and emerge stronger, more resilient, and more grounded.
Motherhood is a profound journey marked by both beauty and upheaval. Whether your path to this moment has been long-anticipated or unexpected, the transition into motherhood often brings a whirlwind of emotions. Anxiety and depression during pregnancy and the postpartum period are more common than many realize, with maternal depression being the leading complication of childbirth. The shift from your pre-motherhood identity to caring for a newborn can be one of the toughest transitions you’ll ever experience. Understanding and adjusting to this new identity can be challenging, but you don’t have to go through it alone.
Motherhood is a profound journey marked by both beauty and upheaval. Whether your path to this moment has been long-anticipated or unexpected, the transition into motherhood often brings a whirlwind of emotions. Anxiety and depression during pregnancy and the postpartum period are more common than many realize, with maternal depression being the leading complication of childbirth. The shift from your pre-motherhood identity to caring for a newborn can be one of the toughest transitions you’ll ever experience. Understanding and adjusting to this new identity can be challenging, but you don’t have to go through it alone.
Are you looking to stabilize your marriage or family? Struggling with the impacts of narcissistic abuse, high-conflict divorce, or challenging co-parenting dynamics? Do you feel overwhelmed by cPTSD? With 25 years of experience, I specialize in helping individuals navigate family unrest and significant life transitions. In addition to online sessions, I offer tailored 2-3 day in-person intensive treatment options with flat fees to address your specific needs. Trained in EMDR, Substance Abuse Treatment CADC, and Gottman Couples Therapy, I am dedicated to guiding you toward healing and resilience. Licensed in IL, FL, and TN.
Are you looking to stabilize your marriage or family? Struggling with the impacts of narcissistic abuse, high-conflict divorce, or challenging co-parenting dynamics? Do you feel overwhelmed by cPTSD? With 25 years of experience, I specialize in helping individuals navigate family unrest and significant life transitions. In addition to online sessions, I offer tailored 2-3 day in-person intensive treatment options with flat fees to address your specific needs. Trained in EMDR, Substance Abuse Treatment CADC, and Gottman Couples Therapy, I am dedicated to guiding you toward healing and resilience. Licensed in IL, FL, and TN.
Dr. Tara Chalakani
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD , LPC, ACS, NCC, RN
6 Endorsed
Dunedin, FL 34698
Waitlist for new clients
Dr. Tara is passionate about her work. To help people grow, heal, and overcome obstacles is her focus. Her expansive knowledge makes her a well-known expert in her field. She believes that her clients possess the capacity to heal, but they need the right environment to foster their true potential. She is holistic and views each person as an individual. Dr. Tara has extensive experience and is well versed in several counseling modalities, coaching, and understands that each person's needs are unique.
Dr. Tara is passionate about her work. To help people grow, heal, and overcome obstacles is her focus. Her expansive knowledge makes her a well-known expert in her field. She believes that her clients possess the capacity to heal, but they need the right environment to foster their true potential. She is holistic and views each person as an individual. Dr. Tara has extensive experience and is well versed in several counseling modalities, coaching, and understands that each person's needs are unique.
My primary use is CBT, Psychodynamic and Trauma Focused.
Do you feel overwhelmed by stress, stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or burdened by unresolved trauma? Do thoughts like “I’m not enough” or “I’m a burden to others” hold you back from the life you want to live? If so, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to face these struggles on your own. Taking the first step toward healing takes strength, and I’m truly glad you’re here. My goal is to support and guide you in reconnecting with your inner strength, reclaiming your voice, and becoming the version of yourself you were always meant to be.
My primary use is CBT, Psychodynamic and Trauma Focused.
Do you feel overwhelmed by stress, stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or burdened by unresolved trauma? Do thoughts like “I’m not enough” or “I’m a burden to others” hold you back from the life you want to live? If so, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to face these struggles on your own. Taking the first step toward healing takes strength, and I’m truly glad you’re here. My goal is to support and guide you in reconnecting with your inner strength, reclaiming your voice, and becoming the version of yourself you were always meant to be.
I help adults and couples bring self-compassion and confidence into their everyday lives. In my practice, I work primarily with survivors of trauma, individuals struggling with low self-esteem, and those seeking to break toxic relationship patterns. I feel passionately about helping people overcome feelings of shame, learn self-acceptance, and discover new ways to cope with the stressors of life.
I help adults and couples bring self-compassion and confidence into their everyday lives. In my practice, I work primarily with survivors of trauma, individuals struggling with low self-esteem, and those seeking to break toxic relationship patterns. I feel passionately about helping people overcome feelings of shame, learn self-acceptance, and discover new ways to cope with the stressors of life.
Do you often put on a smile and act as though everything is OK-even when you may be screaming on the inside? Or maybe you constantly worry about what might happen and find it impossible to "let things go"? If so, my guess is that you often feel depleted, anxious, overwhelmed, and stressed. You have likely tried many things to feel better, but have yet to find relief. If this sounds like you, I want you to know that you can feel better and I help people just like you.
Do you often put on a smile and act as though everything is OK-even when you may be screaming on the inside? Or maybe you constantly worry about what might happen and find it impossible to "let things go"? If so, my guess is that you often feel depleted, anxious, overwhelmed, and stressed. You have likely tried many things to feel better, but have yet to find relief. If this sounds like you, I want you to know that you can feel better and I help people just like you.
Welcome! Maybe you're feeling weighed down by anxiety or depression, adjusting to becoming a new parent, having challenges within your relationship, or trying to navigate unexpected life challenges. Whatever it is that you're facing, know that you don't have to go through it alone. I specialize in perinatal mental health, depression, anxiety. premarital/marriage counseling and working with children.
Welcome! Maybe you're feeling weighed down by anxiety or depression, adjusting to becoming a new parent, having challenges within your relationship, or trying to navigate unexpected life challenges. Whatever it is that you're facing, know that you don't have to go through it alone. I specialize in perinatal mental health, depression, anxiety. premarital/marriage counseling and working with children.
I am also trained in DBT, Trauma Focused CBT, Schema Therapy and Murray Method.
Past events can have an ongoing influence on us and affect the way we think, feel and act. If you’ve been trying to change without success, it’s not your fault. Majority of our issues occur on an unconscious level. I use Innovative, evidenced based treatment that integrates the most effective approaches available in order to promote lasting change. You will learn how to train your brain for your personal gain. I passionate about making sure the rest of your life is the best of your life. This just might be the reset you've been looking for!
I am also trained in DBT, Trauma Focused CBT, Schema Therapy and Murray Method.
Past events can have an ongoing influence on us and affect the way we think, feel and act. If you’ve been trying to change without success, it’s not your fault. Majority of our issues occur on an unconscious level. I use Innovative, evidenced based treatment that integrates the most effective approaches available in order to promote lasting change. You will learn how to train your brain for your personal gain. I passionate about making sure the rest of your life is the best of your life. This just might be the reset you've been looking for!
Struggling to connect with your partner? Feeling like every conversation turns into an argument? As a couples counselor, I specialize in helping couples in distress find their way back to each other. Whether it's communication breakdowns, unresolved conflicts, or drifting apart, I provide a safe space to address the issues causing pain. Together, we'll work to rebuild trust, improve understanding, and reignite the connection that brought you together. Don't let your relationship slip away—take the first step toward healing and rediscovery today.
Struggling to connect with your partner? Feeling like every conversation turns into an argument? As a couples counselor, I specialize in helping couples in distress find their way back to each other. Whether it's communication breakdowns, unresolved conflicts, or drifting apart, I provide a safe space to address the issues causing pain. Together, we'll work to rebuild trust, improve understanding, and reignite the connection that brought you together. Don't let your relationship slip away—take the first step toward healing and rediscovery today.
Are you looking for a safe and supportive environment where you are encouraged to explore new connections between the source of your suffering, your current difficulties and possible solutions? Making a proactive step to begin or return to counseling is an opportunity for personal growth and genuine life-change. The counseling process can help you move from feeling "stuck" to experiencing freedom, purpose, and balance in your life.
Are you looking for a safe and supportive environment where you are encouraged to explore new connections between the source of your suffering, your current difficulties and possible solutions? Making a proactive step to begin or return to counseling is an opportunity for personal growth and genuine life-change. The counseling process can help you move from feeling "stuck" to experiencing freedom, purpose, and balance in your life.
Welcome! You've taken the first brave step by seeking out a therapist! I love collaborating with clients to facilitate mind-body-spirit work in order to help them experience a more holistic, creative, and joyful life! I enjoy teaching a new perspective that creates an empowered state of mind that leads to change. I offer a unique blend of services from my diverse professional background. I am passionate about helping empower clients and corporate businesses, book me for your next corporate event. I am a proud Psychological Health Coordinator for the Florida Army National Guard helping SM's find the right resources (Free Service).
Welcome! You've taken the first brave step by seeking out a therapist! I love collaborating with clients to facilitate mind-body-spirit work in order to help them experience a more holistic, creative, and joyful life! I enjoy teaching a new perspective that creates an empowered state of mind that leads to change. I offer a unique blend of services from my diverse professional background. I am passionate about helping empower clients and corporate businesses, book me for your next corporate event. I am a proud Psychological Health Coordinator for the Florida Army National Guard helping SM's find the right resources (Free Service).
Hi, my name is Diana and I am happy you have chosen my profile to review in your search for finding help with whatever it is you may need. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am trained in both general psychotherapy theories and systems theory. This means I take the individual’s whole system into account in sessions and how a family and/or a cultural system can affect an individual’s needs for becoming the best version of themselves. I believe in a holistic approach and tailor the treatment to each specific individual.
Hi, my name is Diana and I am happy you have chosen my profile to review in your search for finding help with whatever it is you may need. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am trained in both general psychotherapy theories and systems theory. This means I take the individual’s whole system into account in sessions and how a family and/or a cultural system can affect an individual’s needs for becoming the best version of themselves. I believe in a holistic approach and tailor the treatment to each specific individual.
Hi, I’m Alyssa. I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who’s passionate about helping people feel heard, supported, and empowered. I specialize in working with individuals navigating anxiety, life transitions, and relationship challenges. My style is down-to-earth, compassionate, and collaborative. Together, we will create a space where you can explore, grow, and feel more like yourself. My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each person’s unique needs.
Hi, I’m Alyssa. I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who’s passionate about helping people feel heard, supported, and empowered. I specialize in working with individuals navigating anxiety, life transitions, and relationship challenges. My style is down-to-earth, compassionate, and collaborative. Together, we will create a space where you can explore, grow, and feel more like yourself. My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each person’s unique needs.
My ideal clients are those navigating anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy struggles, sexual health concerns, and trauma-related symptoms. I work with people who feel overwhelmed, like their mind is constantly racing or their heart is pounding too fast. People who find themselves fighting, disagreeing, or feeling irritated with loved ones more often than they’d like. People who feel disconnected from their sexual selves, whether they’ve lost interest in sex, want to want it again, or feel unsure about what’s changed. And people whose past experiences continue to shape how safe, grounded, or present they feel today.
My ideal clients are those navigating anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy struggles, sexual health concerns, and trauma-related symptoms. I work with people who feel overwhelmed, like their mind is constantly racing or their heart is pounding too fast. People who find themselves fighting, disagreeing, or feeling irritated with loved ones more often than they’d like. People who feel disconnected from their sexual selves, whether they’ve lost interest in sex, want to want it again, or feel unsure about what’s changed. And people whose past experiences continue to shape how safe, grounded, or present they feel today.
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