Therapists in Lakeland, FL

Dr. Dainery Fuentes is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in psychotherapy with children, adolescents, and their parents. In addition, she also treats individual adults. She assists in the process of exploring and building the inner strength to allow for the growth that is necessary to transition successfully through the stages of life. Dr. Fuentes completed her Ph.D. at Yeshiva University, NYC. During her 35 years of practice, she has additionally trained in a number of areas including psychoanalytic therapy at the Cincinnati Institute. She has directed numerous psychiatric facilities and doctoral training programs.

The human experience is not always an easy one. In fact, it's most often challenging and requires growth and change. My goal is to work with you to develop the tools necessary for the growth you seek. We all require support at times in our lives and it has always been my passion to help others. I feel confident that I can be that support for you. It takes courage to ask for help, but the rewards can last a lifetime.

I am passionate about working with young adults and adults who are seeking to learn effective, practical, and sustainable techniques to improve their lives. I help my clients get untangled from self-limiting beliefs and societal expectations, transform their relationships with themselves and others, find their true selves, and design a life that feels more authentic and meaningful to them. My approach to counseling is nonjudgemental, warm and relational, eclectic and collaborative. I strive to create an inclusive safe space of compassion, and acceptance where everyone is welcome.

Christian Counselor. Retired military chaplain providing individual & couples counseling.

There is no better day than today to make positive changes in your life. I feel that the counseling process is a good first step in making those changes. I have provided individual therapy for the past 35 years. My guiding principal in counseling is to help clients identify their issues and custom fit a plan to address their concerns. I use various counseling techniques, including but not limited to cognitive behavioral therapy, to help clients gain a different perspective and outlook.

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).

Perhaps you want to heal your emotions, and not feel a victim of your genes or biochemistry. It may be that you feel a nagging that there is some purpose for your life you are missing. Maybe your relationships don't feel in sync with who you are anymore, and you're longing for a more aligned sense of community. Deeper still, you may have had unusual experiences in consciousness (eg spiritual, after-death communication from a deceased love-one, near-death/NDE, shared-death/SDE, other), and need open-minded and nonjudgmental guidance. It is harder to find those who can provide this kind of support. I am here to offer you the tools.

Are you ready to embark on a voyage to awaken your true self and reach your full potential? Voyage Counseling is ready to help you navigate big changes in your life as a trusted member of your crew. Voyage Counseling knows that you have the vision of the route you want to take in life, and is here to help support you with tools and knowledge to help you reach your goals. Kayla Renaud (she/her) is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with an office for private practice in the heart of Downtown Lakeland. Kayla is also happy to see clients throughout Florida, via TeleHealth.

There’s an old picture hanging in my office of a woman dressed in a white and blue cover up sitting with her legs crossed. She’s wearing an expression I’ve seen many times before. If she could talk she would say, “I don’t want to be here talking to you. You don’t know me and I don’t know you. I know what you do, you get me to talk, you have a plan for me but I have a better plan for you. I won’t tell you anything of note, and soon you’ll tire of me and I’ll be in the same boat.” During my many years in shelters and private practice I’ve worked with hundreds of these cases with much success. (The First Two Sessions Are Free.)

“Owning our story and loving ourselves through the process is the bravest thing we will ever do.” (Brene Brown). I would like to be able to help you define your story and learn to love yourself to your fullest capability so that you can also learn how to allow others to love you. To find your center and allow yourself to fill your cup with your own greatness and allow others to benefit from what overflows from the cup. To learn how to express your needs / wants without fear or intimidation and to learn how to fulfill those needs/wants without worrying about the other people in your life.

“You’ve got your things together, but inside, you’re slowly coming apart. Do you constantly settle for less than you deserve? Are you tense and anxious? Is your relationship anxiety on overload? Are you constantly wondering what your partner is doing and if you are good enough? You know you need help because the idea of relaxing more only stresses you out. Has depression creeped in to where you are just going through the motions, are you feeling "numb"? Helping people uncover what’s underneath the stress and trauma and create a life filled with joy is what I do. Let's unpack.

Are constant issues between you and your partner leading your relationship to a place of hopelessness? Are feelings of unhappiness causing you to lack motivation in doing the things you once enjoyed? Are unpleasant memories of a traumatic event creating nightmares or keeping you on edge? If this describes you, I believe I can help. Managing conflict in healthy ways helps restore hope in a relationship. Feeling good about yourself and the joys of life increase happiness and motivation to do what you desire. Learning to reduce stress levels in exposure to trauma helps you relax and focus on healing your mind, body, and spirit.

ASK ABOUT VIDEO AND PHONE SESSIONS ! I counsel from a Biblical worldview to help a variety of people who have been broken and challenged by the trials of life. I am a member of Focus on the Family's Christian Counselors Network. My 30 years in the business world, community and church service have prepared me to care for individuals in a particularly personal way. Life can be very hard, disappointing and messy! Guiding people back to a path of healing, hope, and fulfillment is something I am very passionate about !

Hi! My name is Melissa Buchanan and I would love the chance to hear your story and walk alongside you on your journey. As a therapist, I aim to be in your corner, creating a safe, dependable place to help you process, think outside the box, and feel supported through life's tough moments. I believe many factors impact who you are today (trauma, upbringing, culture, relationship influences, and more), but they do not have to determine your future. While counseling with me, we can get through your concerns together by identifying patterns and focusing more on your goals, in lieu of the things weighing you down and causing you pain.

I have been a professional social worker for over 10 years and have worked extensively in the field of co-occurring substance abuse and mental health disorders. I have experience working with both groups and individuals and am trained to address issues including PTSD, trauma, mood disorders, and perinatal mental health issues. Whatever issue you are struggling with I am confident that together, we can find a solution to help you achieve your goals.

It's never too late to begin the healing process, or to improve your self awareness and emotional well being. As a licensed therapist, I am here to walk beside you and help you find the solutions that will work best in your life. Whether you are grieving, or feeling anxious or depressed, together we can work towards a treatment plan that will benefit you and promote a healthier sense of emotional wellness.

It takes great courage to seek help. My vision is to develop a safe haven for all patients in knowing that having a healthy mental health and overall-being starts with a true knowledge and understanding of who you are in the Lord. John 16:33 says, "I have told you these things, so that in Me you may have (perfect) peace and confidence. In the world you have tribulation, trials, distress and frustration; but be of good cheer (take courage; be confident, certain, undaunted)! For I have overcome the world. (I have deprived it of power to not harm you and have conquered it for you.)"

I Counsel from a Biblical worldview to help a variety of people who have been broken and challenged by the trials of life. I am a member of Focus on The Family's Christian Counselors Network. My 30 years in the business world, community and church service have prepared me to care for individuals in a particularly personal way. Life can be very hard, disappointing and messy! Guiding people back to a path of healing, hope, and fulfillment is something I am very passionate about !