Female Therapists in Fort Lauderdale, FL

There are so many messages that you’ve probably learned or felt growing up that don’t work anymore. These messages may make it hard to calm down, to perform tasks, or make you feel like you're in "survival mode". Maybe you’re expected to move on from some hard things – or hard losses. Or maybe you’ve always had to be the “Perfect One”, the “Black Sheep” or the “Silent One” in your family. But there’s so much more to you than your struggles or the labels that have been placed on you. I love to help women , men and teenagers who feel very overwhelmed with negative thoughts, numbness, or expectations - because I have been there.

I work with women experiencing challenges across the entire reproductive life story including infertility, miscarriage, pregnancy, depression, and anxiety as well as typical adjustment to a new baby and transitioning to parenthood. We will work together as a team promoting healing and recovery by focusing on existing strengths and resilience while developing new skills. This can be provided via individual counseling in office, tele-therapy, or in-home counseling sessions. You can expect a non-judgmental attitude, support, and motivation when stepping into a therapeutic relationship with me.

A clinical diagnosis of infertility is defined as trying to conceive over a 12 month period without success. Approximately 35% of the time it’s a female problem and 35% it’s a male problem. The remaining 30% percent is either a problem related to both the male and female , or what is known as “unexplained infertility.” There can be lots of shame around this topic and a sense of failure so many choose not to talk about it with friends and family. Then they become isolated and that’s not good for their mental health. Along with the shame there is also anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges that are common with infertility.

YOU before ME - sound familiar? Do you constantly find yourself in last place? The kids need this, your partner needs that? Please, don't even get me started about work - virtual, in-person - too many hours or not enough hours. What about you sis? The Super Mom - The Super Woman who is stressed, anxious overwhelmed overworked, and over-looked; unable to care for herself, and on the brink of depression. The woman who is doing her best out there ( I see you girl ) yet asks herself, “what if my best isn’t good enough?" RELAX your mind, RELEASE your fears and RESET your focus. It's time to put you first Lucious.

Dr. Shatha Atiya provides couple and individual psychotherapy for adults, adolescents, and children. She is bilingual in Arabic and expert in cultural complexities and related issues.

As a mental health counselor therapist, I’ve worked with many individuals, families, and couples struggling with domestic violence, mood disorders, high levels of conflict, and grief. I have also worked helping women struggling with eating disorders and PTSD, using an approach that addresses the mind, body, and soul connection.

Lisa is a licensed clinical social worker within the State of Florida. She has 7 years of experience within the field of clinical social work via counseling and supportive services. Lisa obtained her Master in Clinical Social Work from Florida Atlantic University. Additionally, Lisa obtained her Bachelor of Science from the University of Central Florida in Health Services Administration along with a minor in Health Sciences. Lisa has experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and low self-esteem. Lisa prioritizes providing culturally competent services, and identifies as a woman of color.

My passion is helping people with DEPRESSION. I want my patients to feel empowered because their symptoms leave them feeling powerless. One of my most important roles as a psychiatrist is to instill hope for my patients. Depression is treatable, and with TMS therapy along with medication management, we have even more options for patients who struggle.

My clients are taking life day by day and moving from one phase of life to another. Such life changes can include: Divorce/Breakup, From College to Adulthood, Change of Career, From Dependent to Empowered. Illnesses/Lifestyle Change, Relationship Issues, Newlyweds, New Parenthood, Empty Nesters, and much more. Providing individualized counseling to address the mental and emotional symptoms that come with life transitions including anxiety, frustration, irritability, and more.

My passion is helping people with DEPRESSION. I want my patients to feel empowered because their symptoms leave them feeling powerless. One of my most important roles as a psychiatrist is to instill hope for my patients. Depression is treatable, and with TMS therapy along with medication management, we have even more options for patients who struggle.

REMOTE VIDEO SESSIONS NOW AVAILABLE! Everyone thinks you are fine, but you go to work and no one can tell that you’re struggling inside. You feel depressed, anxious, worn down. All you want to do is sleep and shut out the world. The self-contempt, criticism, and doubt are real, and they are relentless. You want to reach out for help but feel guilty, even selfish. By putting everyone else at the top of your list, you’ve neglected and dishonored yourself. What you really want is to feel a sense of worth, like you belong, like you have something to contribute to this vast world.

When you experience trauma, it tells you something negative about yourself. "You're not good enough, You're unworthy, You're unlovable, You're not smart...etc." As a result of these hidden messages, we find ways to over-compensate for these lies. Maybe you give more in your friendships than you receive and continue to find yourself in one-sided relationships! Maybe you became a perfectionist and are the best at what you do, but still, feel inadequate and anxious. Has trauma said you are not smart, despite excelling at your job or school? Maybe you shrink yourself or put yourself in a box and allow your talents to go unnoticed!

Are you the woman that looks like she has it all together on the outside, but you know inside is a totally different situation? Is the burden of keeping up appearances taking its toll on you and you're not sure how long before it all comes spilling out? So much of your time may be spent giving, caring, or catering to others that at the end of the day it may feel like there's nothing left for you. You know something needs to change because you're physically and emotionally drained. Things are spiraling out of your control.

Let’s Talk, about your mental health; are you feeling depressed, alone, afraid, anxious? Maybe, you are looking for a safe space to unpack ruminating thoughts. Trained in EMDR, CBT, Trauma, Suicide Prevention, and Anger Management. The goal for clients is to feel heard, unpack unwanted thoughts/ manage negative behaviors. The ideal clients, adolescents, adults, or couples struggling with conflict, anxiety, grief, trauma, anger, or major depression. Many of my clients bring in emotional pain; symptoms of anxiety and depression that have taken a toll on relationships. Other clients feel unbalanced, disconnected, confused, or isolated.

I have a passion for helping individuals overcome life’s challenges by attempting to impart the skills necessary to increase overall wellbeing. My therapeutic approach is holistic, which means physical and spiritual health is a huge component in helping individuals feel whole. I attempt therapeutic approaches that are integrative and solution based on each clients specific needs. I have experience with symptoms of anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, behavior development, anger management, stress, and low self-esteem.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist. An high honors graduate of Princeton University, I earned my doctorate in clinical psychology at the University of Florida at Gainesville with distinction. I received of the National Institute of Mental Health postdoctoral grant at Florida State University. I was awarded and outstanding research award from the Florida Psychological Association and have been named an Outstanding Young Woman in America. For twenty years, I have practiced in a variety of public settings. I serve on the hospital staff of Hollywood Memorial Hospital System, Westside Regional Medical Center, and Plantation General Hospital.

Working with me is more than just getting the help you need, it is about making an investment in the most important person in your life—YOU. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and an Empowerment therapist passionate about helping women , like you, step into your confidence, inner strength, and the happiness I know you're capable of achieving. Don't you think it's time for you to let go of the low self-esteem, fear, doubt, and hesitation holding you back from actually being able to enjoy life? (If you're still reading it means there's even the slightest part of you that has hope)

As an LMFT, I enjoy working with women , couples, families, and professionals in achieving desired personal and professional goals. As the owner of ac Aspire llc, working with women issues and couples is my specialty. I look forward to speaking with you about working towards fulfilling your personal, relationship, and professional goals.

Do you feel insecure, lack confidence or afraid to be yourself and ask for what you need? Is it keeping you stuck or unhappy? Lacking confidence can affect EVERYTHING including Inability to set healthy boundaries, relationships, work, family life and self care. Let me help you unlock your confidence and make the changes you are yearning to make. In working with me, you will reconnect with yourself, feel confident, respect your wants and needs, learn new skills to support your growth, heal past wounds that are still affecting you and take action. Are you ready to live with confidence, purpose and passion?

As a professional woman and mom has your success caused you to make sacrifices in your personal life? Do you feel guilty you are not performing at your best? Do you feel drained and burnout? Has your communication with your family declined as you've grown in your success? Would you like to discover who you are as a professional woman and how to achieve balance? Every professional woman should have the freedom to choose her own definition of success.