LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in North Miami, FL

Taking the first step to contact me to discuss therapy is not an easy one. You may have been thinking about it for some time and hoping things would get better on their own. Maybe sadness continues to seep into your life, especially with people and places that used to bring you joy. People don’t seem to understand what’s wrong and seeking support from friends and family is more difficult. They may even think you’re making a bigger deal out of things than they really are. Are you worrying more than you used to before? Or maybe you’re thinking about who you are and who you want to be. It’s scary and you’re not sure how to get there.

My diverse education and training in Mental Health Counseling & Marriage and Family Therapy permits me to be proficient in treating a wide variety of issues. Clients come to see me for a number of difficulties, including life transitions, anxiety, family conflict, relationship problems, intimacy issues, break-ups, mood disorders and challenges related to everyday life. I prefer that my experiences with clients be empowering, efficient, solution-oriented, as well as cost-effective. I know that your time is valuable therefore I often defer to briefer forms of therapy to assist us on this journey.

From time to time we struggle with life's stressors and how to cope. As a licensed mental health counselor with more than 25 years experience treating individuals, couples, and adolescents. I can help you sort through those stressors and find healthier ways to cope. I am located in North Miami, am on most insurance panels, and have evening and weekend hours.

I specialize in working with individuals, families and couples, ranging from teenagers to adults. My focus is on helping support positive growth by working with clients to not only identify the changes they want to make in their lives, but also to actively assist in making such transitions. I believe every individual has the potential to change, developing healthier coping skills and relationships, which in turn, boost confidence and self-actualization.

If you are like most people, you think that your problems are like your cross to bear. I am here to tell you that it's not true. Life can be much more enjoyable. All of us have issues to be resolved with others and with ourselves, and it can be done. Therapy can help you reflect and resolve your conflicts in a safe and confidential setting. You will feel more secure in yourself, able to relate to others in a loving and peaceful way and to tackle your life with confidence and optimism.

We often hear life is hard, overwhelming, full of stressors and anxieties. I believe life is what you make it and how you perceive it. With a focus on SFT (Solution Focus Therapy), and Strengths-Base Therapy approach, I believe that no matter how hard, overwhelming and anxious life is, we have some control over how we allow those stressors and anxieties to affect us. Fluent in both English and Creole, I am a genuine, creative, and compassionate clinician. I strive to create a safe ad non-judgmental environment, where clients can be themselves, express their needs and concerns.

I've practiced as a psychotherapist 19 years and worked with clients of all ages and from many diverse backgrounds. I work principally with clients with anxiety, depression and/or trauma. Many clients come to therapy looking not just for solutions and relief from suffering, but also to find connection and understanding that's missing in other parts of their lives. I work hard to establish a comfortable environment where clients know their choices are respected, but where they can be challenged to learn new ways of thinking and acting in order to truly feel better.

In life we often ask ourselves "how come I ended up feeling like this, in the same situation again?" The psychodynamic approach has an answer for that: unless we make ourselves aware of what are our hidden motivations we will not get rid of maladaptive patterns that control our lives. Therapy is the exploration through which you get to know yourself better, you get to accept your personal history and the current situation that you are living in; allowing you to bring out the best in your self, improve the quality of your relationships and further your personal growth.

Whatever your background, you find yourself here because something in your life is not quite as you'd like it to be. Willingness to engage in a therapeutic relationship can enhance and deepen your sense of wellbeing. Hopefully, you’re open to exploring what might help you feel better as you move forward. My approach is collaborative. My intention is to be as nonjudgmental as possible, to validate whatever it is you’re going through, and help support your desire to enhance your wellbeing. I have experience working with various human difficulties. I appreciate the opportunity to work with each of my clients.

Life brings to us many challenges, some of which are difficult and frequently cause disruption in one's ability to perform at optimum level. Dr. Luvernice Croskey believes that counseling provides an opportunity for individuals to change the course of their lives to one that allows for growth and opportunities for success. She has been a provider of psychotherapeutic services for over fifteen years. She is a practicing associate with Carter Wiggins & Associates, P.A. Dr. Croskey has a long history of involvement in the behavioral healthcare field.Treatment approaches used by Dr. Croskey are designed to focus on the holistic needs of the individual.

I am a licensed therapist in Miami, FL. My style is strength based, trauma focused, directive, empowering, solution-focused, down-to-earth, and non-judgmental. I believe strongly in fostering a therapeutic relationship where my clients can openly discuss ways their unique backgrounds and experiences impact their lives.

As your therapist, I hope to provide a space for ALL of you, your joy, pain, fear, courage, and compassion. I began my love of therapy first as a client working through my own lived traumas. I spent a lot of time with therapists who didn’t look or have experiences like me. I found relief, but I never felt the depth I needed to heal. This inspired me to become a therapist. I use Solution-Focused, Narrative, Bowen Family System and Trauma-Informed models in my healing work with a focus on Decolonial and Indigenous frameworks. I have lived experiences with the immigration, prison, foster care, correctional, and mental health systems.

Carter Wiggins & Associate PA (CWA) has been providing psychotherapeutic services to the South Florida community in a spirit of excellence for over 2 1/2 decades. Our personal services are designed to empower the individual to regain control. CWA remains constantly aware and respectful of the importance of providing culturally sensitive, customized, confidential services. Our caring staff is comprised of qualified and experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing the highest level of ethical service to our clients.

I’m an advanced nurse practitioner (APRN) trained in drug enforcement administration and certified in behavioral health case management. I have 6 years of experience in health services. I’m trained to diagnose and prescribe medication for patients with mental health issues. I have worked for Coral Reef Nursing & rehabilitation Center, Miami in Primary Care, obstetrics and adult; Hilda Mileidys Brito MD, Hialeah in pediatrics; Amore Mental Health Corp, Serenity Mental Health Community. Ascend Behavioral Health Services in psychiatrics and Signify Health in the area of health risk assessments.

Would you like to Recover, Reinvent and Revitalize your life, on your terms? I can help you! If you’re looking for someone that is respectful, supportive, provides a judgment free environment and a space to heal, then I can provide this to you. As a skilled Clinical Social Worker, Educator, Sex Therapist & Doctoral candidate, I have extensive experience in the areas of various Family systems models, trauma, sexual abuse, as well as with Child and Adolescent Development. I practice from a solution-oriented lens, which allows me to work on the issues you are facing to work toward solutions.

I am here to help you through every step of the way, beginning wherever you are, whatever you are struggling with, in a collaborative type of relationship. My goals as your therapist are to support you, be with you in your process, and help you discover your best self. Feelings of anxiety or sadness may come up, but we will work on removing those obstacles so you can begin developing steps to achieve your goals. I work with compassion, sincerity and non-judgement, and will provide a nurturing environment where you can talk freely about any challenge you are facing. I provide telehealth/video in case you cannot come in the office.

My goal as a therapist is to help all of my clients improve their relationships with others and increase the quality of their lives. I work with men and women, individually or together as a couple to heal their pasts and resolve unfinished issues in order to be able to love fully. I've been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 25 years and am a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist specializing in couples work. My B.A. is in Psychology from UF and my MSW is from FSU.

Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or anxious? Having trouble managing, or working through difficult emotions? Maybe you’ve considered therapy but are anxious about talking to someone. I invite you to take a chance and begin the journey towards that ideal self you have always dreamed of. My name is Dr. Christine Sainvil, and I am a licensed psychologist who provides culturally competent counseling services. I have an integrative approach to therapy, grounded in multicultural counseling, interpersonal theory, and cognitive behavioral therapy. I also am a qualified supervisor for Registered Mental Health Interns and am accepting trainees.

Dr. Wint believes that everyone possess the power to transform the quality of life at every moment, under all circumstances. Dr. Wint understands that transforming into the best version of yourself in order to live the best version of your life is one of the most invaluable endeavors. Therefore, she invests an enormous amount of compassion and attentiveness in each person, exemplifying her commitment in personally facilitating the transformational process with great care and thoughtfulness. Her personalized approach functions to meet the precise need of every individual. She provides a safe space and positive experiences.

I believe that true emotional healing comes through holistically tending to the body, mind and spirit. I offer full range psychotherapy services that I combine with several Somatic or body-based techniques. As a registered Yoga Teacher, I have been known to incorporate meditation, breathing or physical postures in my sessions. The research shows that trauma, grief and the after effects of some of our experiences are stored in our bodies. What better way to heal or release them from our bodies than to intentionally use body exercises to move this harmful trauma energy out for good. I work with new mothers, children and families.