Family Therapy in Miami, FL

I have dedicated more than a decade to learning how to best help each individual and family that I come across. I have a specialty in Marriage and Family Therapy as well as PTSD and working individually with children and adolescents. I dedicate my time to continuing to research and understand the best method of helping families, individuals, and the communities in which we live. I am bilingual and I am a professor at Barry University where I have the opportunity to teach young minds entering their own careers.

My goal is to provide high quality and accessible care. I have worked in every mental health setting, at every level of care. I believe my experiences and expertise in the mental health field sets me apart from most clinicians. I focus on assessment in order to create a treatment plan fit for the specific needs and wants of my patients. I have worked with all demographics, but specialize in teens and adults with a focus on trauma, substance use, and co-parenting/ family dynamics.

DHS focuses on providing individualized services to children, adolescents, and adults. We focus on providing individual, family , couples, and group therapy that will improve your mood, relationships, and lifestyle. We have clinicians, and each specializes in different areas so that they are better equipped in providing more tools and resources. Making a match with the right therapist is key for us.

I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a rich and meaningful life, and psychotherapy can be a powerful catalyst for change. Psychotherapy can be about working to resolve ongoing pain, or it can simply be about self-exploration and growth. In addition, therapy can help you heal, grow and connect more deeply to yourself and others and my goal is to help you achieve a greater sense of control over your life, your choices, and your relationships. I strive to create an empowering and non-judgmental safe space for you to feel heard, seen and understood while also feeling supported and accepted.

Accepting NEW clients- Are you a mom having a hard time adjusting to motherhood? Feeling frustrated and overwhelmed with the demands of a new job, school, city, college? Have you experienced loss in your life and are struggling with grief? These are just a few of the many life transitions we all have in our lives. Needless to say this brings so much stress and anxiety that can be hard to manage alone. Our goal is to help you or your family navigate through these difficulties by taking control of your thoughts, feelings and emotions and feel more joyful and fulfilled.

I believe that everyone at some point of their life may need the help of a professional in order to come out of a crisis. I have experience treating people suffering from a wide range of problems including family problems, relationship issues, parenting problems, depression, anxiety, and sexual disorders. Sometimes you may feel there is something missing in your relationship. All couples go through their ups and downs. I'm here to help.

Life isn't easy, is it? The challenges of everyday living can seem overwhelming. You may tell yourself, "I don't have the right to feel depressed or anxious or unfulfilled; so many people have more problems than I do." However, the truth is - you do have the right to your feelings, and, even more, you have the right to feel positive, whole and complete again. That's where I come in! I am a licensed Psychologist and Marriage & Family therapist practicing in Miami, Florida for over 30 years. My strength is quickly assessing problems and knowing the best therapeutic intervention.

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in the Miami Dade County area. I am experienced in couples counseling as well as in individual counseling. I am certified in anger management and life/health coaching. I am trained and certified in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. I also have experience in working with clients who are undergoing an immigration process and am an expert witness in immigration court. I am also licensed as a Marriage and Family therapist in the state of New York and New Jersey.

We are your VAWA Petition team. If you were married to someone who abused you psychologically, mentally or physically and denied your rights to obtain the residence here in USA, then you qualify for an Evaluations & Psychological report to apply for your legal status under VAWA (Violence Against Women Act), While the VAWA petition is pending, you can apply for work authorization and a travel document. Once your VAWA is approved, you can proceed to obtain lawful permanent residence. Call 786-286-3042 for more information. USCIS will not interview you about this VAWA, you will need to testify and your spouse doesn't need to know.

Whether you are a teen or child struggling with family issues, anxiety, trauma, or the issues that come up each day, or you are a divorced woman trying to regain her perspective and learn who she is again, I am here for you. Life throws each of us curve balls that we need help processing and healing from. You don’t have to go through this journey alone. You may be feeling like you are barely able to survive right now, but I am here to tell you healing is possible. You can learn to do more than just survive; you can thrive.

Welcome and congratulations on taking your first step to wellness. My approach is empathic, non-judgmental, client centered, and solution focused. Whether you are looking for psychotherapy, life coaching, parenting classes or professional supervision, I am here to help. Hablamos español.

People seek my professional help for a variety of reasons. Sometimes, something in their lives is just not right. They may wish to make specific changes or to understand themselves better. They may struggle with their relationships, have difficulties in their jobs or studies, and/or old traumas continue to negatively affect their present. Also, sometimes they just don’t know what to do with their inner voice that is too critical and sabotages their lives. Therapy or counseling is not always about making big changes or exploring past issues. It can be used to simply have a place to check-in and stay attuned with themselves.

Are you feeling overwhelmed with life's challenges? Are you having difficulties communicating your needs, wants and desires? Do you feel stuck and don't know how to properly resolve conflict? Let's then talk about it so that I can assist you in finding the right balance in your life.

As a Licensed Mental Counselor, I have worked in several different levels of care ranging from outpatient services, in-home therapy, residential and partial hospitalization. My experience has provided me with extensive knowledge in crisis management and effective treatment with a wide range of issues such as eating disorders, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, OCD, impulsive behavior, trauma, self-esteem and body image issues. I currently provide individual therapy, group therapy and family consultation to address individual behaviors and family dynamics that lead to dysfunction.

I am a Licensed Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor in the state of Florida, with a graduate certificate in loss and healing (Grief & Bereavement). I'm also a credentialed Psychologist and Human Resources Specialist in Colombia, South America. I help Children, Adolescents, and Adults deal with difficulties in life that cause anxiety, depression, anger, grief, and other emotional problems. How? Improving Communication, Parenting, Assertiveness, decision-making process, and Coping skills. My training also includes Clinical Hypnotherapy and other brief therapy strategies, which I employ matching to the individual client's needs.

I work with clients to address a wide range of concerns that cause personal distress, which can be experienced as feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and depressed. Moments of distress may also be marked by interpersonal difficulties with others, including family , friends, co-workers and partners, which can also be explored in therapy. In my work with couples, I carefully attune to each person's needs, as well as, to the couple as a whole. I also work with clients to pinpoint areas of communication that can be strengthened, developing stronger communication abilities that can positively affect other life areas as well.

I work with adults, adolescents, families and groups. First we identify what you want and need to change. We then design and adjust your individual path of specific action and behavior change. It is important to me that you teach me about yourself and that you trust me to assist you in creating a plan for change that suits you personally. As your confidence grows and you begin to use a new set of balanced coping skills, will your problems will diminish. My experience and passion for psychotherapy will help us form a meaningful therapeutic connection critical for your transformation.