Divorce Therapists in Fort Lauderdale, FL

In a career of 50 years, I have worked in many treatment settings. At the present time, the focus of my work is with trauma and divorce . I have recently restricted my practice to consultations, psychological evaluations, guardian ad litem work and affiliated services. I do not provide individual or reunification therapies at the present time.

Clients are engaged toward a complete solution to their problem(s), not just a quick, temporary fix. Individual's personal, emotional, psychological and spiritual well-being are of the utmost importance. With over 40yrs experience, continued training, and acquired expertise, results are seen quickly. Law Enforcement, Fire-Rescue, Military and Hospital personnel are an area of passion and expertise.

Does your life look completely different than the one you had imagined? Divorce and breakups can make a person feel like everything they have put their faith and belief into is a lie. You may wonder who am I, what do I want and how do I trust myself again? Amidst the chaos of the loss there is opportunity for real positive life changes. Wouldn't it feel good to wake up in the morning with clarity, confidence, joy and self -love? I help take the shame, blame, denial, guilt and sadness out to uncover the truth of who you are.

Divorce is an emotional and financial process. It is not solely a legal process. We help you navigate the pain and confusion that often accompanies divorce . Our team of multidisciplinary divorce professionals help guide you through this major life event in a time-sensitive, cost-effective way. We provide you with the information you need to make educated decisions in your family's best interest. Call us to schedule your initial, free consultation to assess your needs, answer questions, and let you know how our flat-fee divorce process will help you divorce with integrity and begin your next chapter in the best way possible.

I guide clients to gain insight and soulutions to their issues; emotions, life/relationship challenges and stressors. My experience and training uniquely qualify me to help guide individuals, spouses/partners, and couples struggling with sexual compulsivity issues, sexuality issues, affairs, co-dependency, and trauma. Also, I have extensive experience assisting clients navigate through the process of healing from divorce /relationship break-up. My approach with clients is empathic, solution focused and validating.

The pain of splitting up or staying together in misery is obvious. Most couples have a shared history, worthy of making every effort to stay together and figure things out. Couples with children have an extra incentive to stay together. The financial and emotional costs of divorce can be devastating. Our model of tailored treatment provides greater opportunity for success for relationships in crisis. While sometimes effective, traditional marriage counseling and couple's therapy consists of hour-long therapy sessions once per week. We find this approach severely limiting and even potentially harmful for relationships in severe distress.

I work with children, adolescents and adults, specializing in issues related to behavior, divorce , parenting, anxiety, depression and life transitions during all ages. I also work with couples who are married, divorced or dating. I also offer in home consultations sessions for children and parents about "wrong" touching, sexual predators, and the danger zones of social media. In addition, I offer gifted testing to help determine a child's best placement for academic success.

In the Hallandale office, we see school age children through elder adults and treat depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, kid's frustration with school and parent's frustration with kids. I also work with Family Mediation and Divorce , and parents who are having a hard time with each other. In both the Hallandale and Coral Springs office's, I focus on PTSD in veterans who are graduates of Iraq, Kuwait, Afghanistan and other war torn areas, Trauma victims from many causes also benefit from using Reset Therapy.

Feeling safe, comfortable, heard with no judgement, and understood are the most important factors in beginning a journey of healing and transformation with the guidance of a counselor. This is my initial focus with every client I meet. Helping to identify, and take steps to achieve your goals is the second most important part of our work. My approach is open, client centered and supportive. I draw upon many models of psychology to help empower you to facilitate transformation. I actively engage your view of things, assess your goals, and determine the road blocks in your way to achieve them. I am here to help.

Engagement in therapy is an investment in the rest of your life. If you are struggling with family problems, depression, anxiety, issues with motivation, or difficulty managing stress, it's worth a free, no-obligation phone call to discuss how I can help. I look forward to collaborating with you to determine how we can best reach your goals. I am a licensed psychologist, licensed marriage and family therapist, and an international divorce , and coparenting coach. I am Level II trained in the Gottman Method, and utilize this extensively with couples.

I am a board certified clinical psychologist and have experience working in private practice, hospitals, residential facilities, and outpatient agencies providing psychotherapy to adolescents and adults through individual, couples, and family formats.My specialties include the treatment of eating disorders depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and relationship difficulties. I am able to fluently provide therapy in English, Spanish, and Portuguese I take a warm, culturally-sensitive, individualized, and collaborative approach to provide a safe environment, where my clients can feel comfortable discussing their life goals.

I have practiced in Fort Lauderdale since 1999. My background also includes many years as a trial lawyer and a master's level social worker in New England. Over the years I have worked with a diverse group of people ranging in age from 6 to 92! While my initial training focused on working with children and families, especially in divorce -related issues, since moving to Florida, my practice took a dramatic turn towards working with obesity and bariatric surgery patients. As this field developed, it required me to expand my focus to include addictions, trauma, depression, anxiety and relationships issues.

You probably didn't plan for a divorce when you chose to get married, move in together, and decide to have babies with your significant other. Dealing with family conflict and sudden loss or significant change can be a very disheartening and lonely road. Or maybe you are post- divorce and feeling lost being a single parent and would just like to change your family interactions, forgive yourself, and figure out some reasonable boundaries with others. Perhaps you feel broken, wish things were different, and replaying all those awkward moments over and over whilst trying to fall asleep. "If only I was....,I would be ok"?

In person and virtual sessions available including evenings and weekends. At the heart of therapy is having a supportive partner in your journey to create the life you want for yourself. We can work together to address your concerns. It may be a relationship. It may be a loss you are coming to terms with. There may be trauma to resolve. There may be skills to manage symptoms of depression and anxiety that need to be developed. It may be dealing with change, moving, starting college, coming out, gender transition, divorce , etc. Whatever it is you deserve a safe, supportive place to explore and grow.

Are you in or have emerged from a Toxic & Abusive Relationship (TAR)? Are you or have you experienced verbal & emotional abuse in the name of love? I am a Psychologist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been there! I am an author and have been a national expert and TV & radio personality for years. I was voted the Florida NASW Social Worker of the Year and today work in person and telephonically with men and women who feel "lost in the emotional desert" after a difficult break up. If you are looking to move ahead out of this abyss then call today!... You can thrive not just survive! ..For individuals and groups.

I work with people who have gone through the same things I've gone through - divorce , remarriage, blended family & parenting struggles, grief & loss due to death and suicide, and loving & care taking of someone with a severe mental illness and/or chronic illness. Let's face it, finding a therapist is hard. You're feeling overwhelmed already and now you've got a list of people with letters after their names and little pictures. You look at the picture and wonder if that person is someone you can talk to. I've been there & it stinks! You deserve to have someone listen, someone to connect to, someone who understands your struggles.

My goal is to listen to each client, hear the person's wants and needs, and support growth towards an increased state of self-awareness, life satisfaction, and relationship fulfillment. Despite the serious nature of issues discussed, my clients and I often find ourselves laughing together. I specialize in treatment/ assessment of psychological disorders in preschool/ school-aged children, adolescents, and adults. My focus on children helps me understand psychological underpinnings in adults I treat. I provide play therapy with children/families; group/individual psychotherapy with adolescents and adults; and I work extensively with individuals and couples presenting with a range of relationship/ sexual issues.

Whether you want to feel happier, more fulfilled in your relationships, experience greater work/life balance, successfully navigate life transitions such as having your first baby, parenting a teenager, or launching your children out of the nest, our team of expert counselors can help! With decades of experience between us, we can help you and your loved ones!

Welcome to my practice! Are you ready for a proactive approach to your therapy? Are you tired of doctors telling you what to do without explanation? If so, you've found the right psychologist. I learn what my clients' goals are versus telling them what I want them to do. We develop a treatment plan together customized to your individual needs. I provide virtual sessions (Zoom, FaceTime, Skype) AND face to face in my Ft. Lauderdale office. Whatever is more comfortable and/or convenient for you suits me. Due to COVID-19, my office is sanitized regularly and antibacterial wipes and spray are available for clients.