Parenting Therapists in Lakeland, FL
Hello, I'm Juan, and I look forward to being your partner as you journey towards health. Do you feel unheard or misunderstood in your relationships? Are your attempts to influence change at home creating further frustration and sadness? I help build confidence in individuals seeking to find their voice and utilize exploration and skill building to assist you in developing your identity and self-worth. Whether you are looking to find the courage to open up to your loved ones or the confidence to advocate for yourself at work you deserve to find peace in your words and know that you have done your part in building those connections.
Hello, I'm Juan, and I look forward to being your partner as you journey towards health. Do you feel unheard or misunderstood in your relationships? Are your attempts to influence change at home creating further frustration and sadness? I help build confidence in individuals seeking to find their voice and utilize exploration and skill building to assist you in developing your identity and self-worth. Whether you are looking to find the courage to open up to your loved ones or the confidence to advocate for yourself at work you deserve to find peace in your words and know that you have done your part in building those connections.
Hi! I am an LMHC licensed in Florida with experience helping clients with their stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage, and I am proud of you for getting started!
Hi! I am an LMHC licensed in Florida with experience helping clients with their stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage, and I am proud of you for getting started!
With over two decades of experience supporting marginalized communities, including working in schools, detention centers, transitional housing, and community systems. I have met people at their most vulnerable and helped walk with them towards healing and growth. Whether through reentry support, youth development, or restorative counseling, I believe in building people up with practical tools and emotional support.
With over two decades of experience supporting marginalized communities, including working in schools, detention centers, transitional housing, and community systems. I have met people at their most vulnerable and helped walk with them towards healing and growth. Whether through reentry support, youth development, or restorative counseling, I believe in building people up with practical tools and emotional support.
In 2024, I relocated from California to Florida to be closer to and help care for my aging parents.
I believe that therapy is a collaborative and supportive process for all involved. And, the therapeutic relationship is a must if a client is to get better. I work hard on being straightforward and honest in my work and focus on making sure whomever I am working with feels safe and secure.
In 2024, I relocated from California to Florida to be closer to and help care for my aging parents.
I believe that therapy is a collaborative and supportive process for all involved. And, the therapeutic relationship is a must if a client is to get better. I work hard on being straightforward and honest in my work and focus on making sure whomever I am working with feels safe and secure.
Does parenting feel overwhelming because of tantrums, defiance, bedtime battles, or constant power struggles?
I specialize in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), parent coaching, CBT, play-based therapy, and behavioral sleep interventions. I partner with parents to reduce challenging behaviors, improve cooperation, strengthen parent-child connection, and create lasting changes that support the whole family.
Does parenting feel overwhelming because of tantrums, defiance, bedtime battles, or constant power struggles?
I specialize in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), parent coaching, CBT, play-based therapy, and behavioral sleep interventions. I partner with parents to reduce challenging behaviors, improve cooperation, strengthen parent-child connection, and create lasting changes that support the whole family.
I am trained in Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE).
Hi! I am Ashley, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida that specializes in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Anxiety and Related Disorders across the lifespan. Do you or your child have intrusive thoughts, engage in compulsions, or experience anxiety that gets in the way of you living life the way you want? My goal for therapy is for you to have the confidence to apply the skills and tools you gain in therapy to your everyday life. So, you can take charge of your life again and live it in a way that aligns with your values.
I am trained in Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE).
Hi! I am Ashley, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida that specializes in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Anxiety and Related Disorders across the lifespan. Do you or your child have intrusive thoughts, engage in compulsions, or experience anxiety that gets in the way of you living life the way you want? My goal for therapy is for you to have the confidence to apply the skills and tools you gain in therapy to your everyday life. So, you can take charge of your life again and live it in a way that aligns with your values.
You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or exhausted from trying to hold everything together. Maybe your child is struggling, your relationship feels disconnected, or you’re facing grief, trauma, or a major life change. You know something needs to change, but finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming too.
At Personal Growth Therapy Center, our team works with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, and we can help you explore a therapist who fits your needs, preferences, and schedule.
You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or exhausted from trying to hold everything together. Maybe your child is struggling, your relationship feels disconnected, or you’re facing grief, trauma, or a major life change. You know something needs to change, but finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming too.
At Personal Growth Therapy Center, our team works with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, and we can help you explore a therapist who fits your needs, preferences, and schedule.
Maybe it's anxiety, depression, or your child's behavior leading you to question your parenting.
I offer a safe, nonjudgmental "virtual" therapeutic space engulfed in empathy to support children, teens, and adults. I take great pride in meeting you where you are. From the start, I sit with you, hear your concerns, and establish rapport to foster a welcoming and trusting environment. Together, we'll set treatment goals and witness the healing and growth.
Maybe it's anxiety, depression, or your child's behavior leading you to question your parenting.
I offer a safe, nonjudgmental "virtual" therapeutic space engulfed in empathy to support children, teens, and adults. I take great pride in meeting you where you are. From the start, I sit with you, hear your concerns, and establish rapport to foster a welcoming and trusting environment. Together, we'll set treatment goals and witness the healing and growth.
Caring for an aging parent and feeling guilty, resentful, or exhausted?
I help overwhelmed caregivers and adults in caregiving roles work through stress, guilt, grief, anxiety, and burnout. In therapy, we focus on helping you stop carrying everything alone, understand what is draining you, set limits without feeling selfish, and make space for your own needs again.
Caring for an aging parent and feeling guilty, resentful, or exhausted?
I help overwhelmed caregivers and adults in caregiving roles work through stress, guilt, grief, anxiety, and burnout. In therapy, we focus on helping you stop carrying everything alone, understand what is draining you, set limits without feeling selfish, and make space for your own needs again.
Support is available for adolescents, and adults who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, ADHD, behavior problems, and parenting concerns.
In over 20 years of work with individuals and couples, and as a supervisor of other therapists, I have gained experience in working with problems including motivation and attention issues, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, procrastination, addictions and relationship problems. I have an interactive style which draws on cognitive-behavioral theory (CBT), interpersonal and developmental psychology. Together we will gain an understanding of the emotional, mental and behavioral habits which are getting in the way of you realizing your potential and preventing you from meeting your needs. " Do the work, see the progress"
Support is available for adolescents, and adults who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, ADHD, behavior problems, and parenting concerns.
In over 20 years of work with individuals and couples, and as a supervisor of other therapists, I have gained experience in working with problems including motivation and attention issues, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, procrastination, addictions and relationship problems. I have an interactive style which draws on cognitive-behavioral theory (CBT), interpersonal and developmental psychology. Together we will gain an understanding of the emotional, mental and behavioral habits which are getting in the way of you realizing your potential and preventing you from meeting your needs. " Do the work, see the progress"
I am a licensed mental health counselor and marriage and family therapist. No matter the challenges you face, always hold onto hope and continue seeking solutions. Remember, you’re not the problem, you simply have a problem that can be overcome. Misunderstandings, irrational beliefs and self-defeating thoughts can lead to stress, anxiety, depression, self-doubt, and relationship difficulties. But keep in mind, problems don't resolve themselves, they need attention and action to heal. I offer compassionate, open-minded, non-judgmental counseling in a safe and supportive environment to help you explore and overcome your problems.
I am a licensed mental health counselor and marriage and family therapist. No matter the challenges you face, always hold onto hope and continue seeking solutions. Remember, you’re not the problem, you simply have a problem that can be overcome. Misunderstandings, irrational beliefs and self-defeating thoughts can lead to stress, anxiety, depression, self-doubt, and relationship difficulties. But keep in mind, problems don't resolve themselves, they need attention and action to heal. I offer compassionate, open-minded, non-judgmental counseling in a safe and supportive environment to help you explore and overcome your problems.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or major life transitions? You may feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or unsure how to move forward. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can process your experiences, build insight, and develop healthier coping strategies. Using a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach, I help individuals identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns while learning practical tools for lasting change, emotional balance, and personal growth.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or major life transitions? You may feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or unsure how to move forward. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can process your experiences, build insight, and develop healthier coping strategies. Using a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach, I help individuals identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns while learning practical tools for lasting change, emotional balance, and personal growth.
If you want to feel better about your life, I am confident that I can help. I genuinely care about the well-being of others, and like to see people live happy successful lives. Over the past 10 years I have worked with children, adults, and families, and I have witnessed many positive outcomes. I use evidence based therapy interventions and track changes in people's moods and behaviors to monitor whether therapy is helping, and changes are being made.
If you want to feel better about your life, I am confident that I can help. I genuinely care about the well-being of others, and like to see people live happy successful lives. Over the past 10 years I have worked with children, adults, and families, and I have witnessed many positive outcomes. I use evidence based therapy interventions and track changes in people's moods and behaviors to monitor whether therapy is helping, and changes are being made.
Congrats on starting your therapy journey. I look forward to our sessions together. I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist in Florida. I received my Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University in 2017. From 2017-2025, I have been actively working with children, adolescents & adults dealing with life changes and psychosis. Currently, I am primarily working with adults & adolescents.
Congrats on starting your therapy journey. I look forward to our sessions together. I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist in Florida. I received my Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University in 2017. From 2017-2025, I have been actively working with children, adolescents & adults dealing with life changes and psychosis. Currently, I am primarily working with adults & adolescents.
Life happens and sometimes you are just stuck and not sure which way to go. I have been there. This is one reason I went into this field. My desire is to help women navigate through certain seasons in life where at times the task seems impossible. Through my past experiences I am able to empathize with struggles of anxiety, depression, shame and overthinking decisions. I'm here to help you discover your true self, deal with shame that may be holding you back, help you manage relationship issues and move forward from past events. It takes work. It will not be easy, but I am here to help you every step of the way. Florida Telehealth
Life happens and sometimes you are just stuck and not sure which way to go. I have been there. This is one reason I went into this field. My desire is to help women navigate through certain seasons in life where at times the task seems impossible. Through my past experiences I am able to empathize with struggles of anxiety, depression, shame and overthinking decisions. I'm here to help you discover your true self, deal with shame that may be holding you back, help you manage relationship issues and move forward from past events. It takes work. It will not be easy, but I am here to help you every step of the way. Florida Telehealth
Whether you're dealing with issues like anxiety, depression, bi polar disorder, panic attacks, OCD, marital and family problems, addictions and other disorders, hope is available. We believe in solution based counseling to improve your quality of life and pride ourselves on providing a comforting and healing atmosphere. With flexible hours including evenings and weekends, we can fit almost every schedule and we accept most major insurances (Aetna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Cigna, Humana, United etc.) as well as many Employee Assistance Plans (EAPS).
Whether you're dealing with issues like anxiety, depression, bi polar disorder, panic attacks, OCD, marital and family problems, addictions and other disorders, hope is available. We believe in solution based counseling to improve your quality of life and pride ourselves on providing a comforting and healing atmosphere. With flexible hours including evenings and weekends, we can fit almost every schedule and we accept most major insurances (Aetna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Cigna, Humana, United etc.) as well as many Employee Assistance Plans (EAPS).
I am a licensed mental health counselor and marriage and family therapist. No matter the challenges you face, always hold onto hope and continue seeking solutions. Remember, you’re not the problem, you simply have a problem that can be overcome. Misunderstandings, irrational beliefs and self-defeating thoughts can lead to stress, anxiety, depression, self-doubt, and relationship difficulties. But keep in mind, problems don't resolve themselves, they need attention and action to heal. I offer compassionate, open-minded, non-judgmental counseling in a safe and supportive environment to help you explore and overcome your problems.
I am a licensed mental health counselor and marriage and family therapist. No matter the challenges you face, always hold onto hope and continue seeking solutions. Remember, you’re not the problem, you simply have a problem that can be overcome. Misunderstandings, irrational beliefs and self-defeating thoughts can lead to stress, anxiety, depression, self-doubt, and relationship difficulties. But keep in mind, problems don't resolve themselves, they need attention and action to heal. I offer compassionate, open-minded, non-judgmental counseling in a safe and supportive environment to help you explore and overcome your problems.
I am a licensed mental health counselor and marriage and family therapist. No matter the challenges you face, always hold onto hope and continue seeking solutions. Remember, you’re not the problem, you simply have a problem that can be overcome. Misunderstandings, irrational beliefs and self-defeating thoughts can lead to stress, anxiety, depression, self-doubt, and relationship difficulties. But keep in mind, problems don't resolve themselves, they need attention and action to heal. I offer compassionate, open-minded, non-judgmental counseling in a safe and supportive environment to help you explore and overcome your problems.
I am a licensed mental health counselor and marriage and family therapist. No matter the challenges you face, always hold onto hope and continue seeking solutions. Remember, you’re not the problem, you simply have a problem that can be overcome. Misunderstandings, irrational beliefs and self-defeating thoughts can lead to stress, anxiety, depression, self-doubt, and relationship difficulties. But keep in mind, problems don't resolve themselves, they need attention and action to heal. I offer compassionate, open-minded, non-judgmental counseling in a safe and supportive environment to help you explore and overcome your problems.
Are you a developing therapist looking for supportive, thoughtful clinical supervision? I am a Qualified Supervisor in Flordia with extensive experience working with adolescents, substance use disorders, and couples navigating complex relationship challenges. I offer supervision and consultation for interns and clinicians seeking guidance with complex cases, clinical insight, and professional growth. My supervision style is collaborative, encouraging, and grounded in real-world experience, helping therapists strengthen confidence, deepen their clinical voice, and grow into the kind of therapists they hope to become.
Are you a developing therapist looking for supportive, thoughtful clinical supervision? I am a Qualified Supervisor in Flordia with extensive experience working with adolescents, substance use disorders, and couples navigating complex relationship challenges. I offer supervision and consultation for interns and clinicians seeking guidance with complex cases, clinical insight, and professional growth. My supervision style is collaborative, encouraging, and grounded in real-world experience, helping therapists strengthen confidence, deepen their clinical voice, and grow into the kind of therapists they hope to become.
Not knowing where to begin can be quite scary and overwhelming. I want to acknowledge how brave it is to take that first step in your search for a therapist. I strive to create a safe space for individuals where there is trust, acceptance, and empowerment. I work with individuals (ages 18+) and am not currently accepting any new clients.
Not knowing where to begin can be quite scary and overwhelming. I want to acknowledge how brave it is to take that first step in your search for a therapist. I strive to create a safe space for individuals where there is trust, acceptance, and empowerment. I work with individuals (ages 18+) and am not currently accepting any new clients.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.