Therapists in Lake Eola Heights, Orlando, FL

Please email for best contact: For some, seeking out counseling may feel like taking a big leap – there may be feelings of uncertainty toward the process. My goal as a clinician is to create a relaxed and transparent environment that allows you to explore and process your mental health concerns without judgement. By incorporating a multicultural and trauma-informed approach, I work to address your unique needs and aim to foster a trusting therapeutic relationship that promotes identity-exploration, emotional healing, and personal growth.

Many of the clients I work with want to change their relationships, improve communication and bonding, increase self worth and assertiveness, manage stress/anxiety/burnout, navigate life transitions and just figure out adulting! I usually work with women and college age adults, but I also have experience beyond that age range, as well as working with couples. I believe counseling is a collaborative process and together we can help you reach your goals, guiding you to where life feels manageable again and empowering you to create the life that you desire!

I specialize in helping people get out of their heads, clients who are nervous or hesitant about therapy, and making the mask we wear start to reflect who we truly are. I work with clients who are worried about their substance use, couples feeling stuck in a relationship, and individuals looking for support.

My specialty is with the differential identification and evaluation of children, adolescents, college students, and adults for Specific Learning Disorders (Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, & Dyscalculia), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ADHD), and Giftedness/Very High Intelligence (IQ). I have experience and training in the evaluation of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), and the educational/learning implications of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). My goal is to figure out the underlying problem and identify treatments to improve performance and overall functioning.

Life can seem like a barrage of stimuli hurling at us. This makes it difficult to listen quietly and to be led intuitively. How do You respond? We all react differently or sometimes even destructively, manifesting in attempts at control, or feeling insecure and compulsive. If one feels anxious, afraid, and uncertain while trying to do life, the struggle to figure things out can seem even less navigable. I seek to create a safe environment that allows people in pain, emotional paralysis, fear, self harm, sadness, etc... to experience hope and gain practical skills in order to navigate their lives with more savvy and confidence.

Many clients come to counseling feeling like their lives may be lacking alignment, purpose, and understanding, and feel lost about which direction to go. I view myself as a partner walking alongside you on your journey towards balance and wholeness. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and National Certified Counselor that specializes in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, eating disorders, self-esteem, and relationship concerns

Justine Adams is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida who has been practicing since 2016. She has a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Central Florida and a Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of Central Florida. Justine's approach to therapy is to meet clients where they are at and accept them for who they are. Justine utilizes a strengths-based approach, meaning that you are going to use your strengths and skills to create healthy changes and you are going to celebrate all progress and growth along the way. Her goal is for everyone to drop the mask while in therapy and be honest.

Interested in bettering your self and your life? Great, I would LOVE to help. My favorite thing about being a counselor is creating that safe space for someone to feel comfortable enough to let their true selves be seen. In my office, there is no need to apologize for being yourself and saying what's really on your mind. After building a strong connection, you and I will come up with a plan to help you achieve your goals with intent to create a more peaceful, joyful and meaningful life.

Do you feel that you are stuck and not moving forward? Wouldn't it be nice to get unstuck and move forward. Anger, hurt, resentment, low self esteem, past life experiences can keep us stuck. I find that not having a voice, not feeling heard causes us to feel small. These things can cause us to feel sad, angry, anxious, depressed and disconnected. My approach and hope for those I assist is to help you stand up a little taller and be able to get through to a place of feeling that you are important.

Hello and welcome! My hope when providing therapy is to create a comfortable and judgement-free environment meant to foster self-discovery and personal growth. Above ALL else, I seek genuine connection and bring authenticity to every session. I understand building a trusting and empathic therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone of healing.

I have worked as a Clinical Psychotherapist helping Addiction, bipolar, schizophrenic, and mental health challenged individuals using positive reinforcement, assertive training, and other behavioral methods to help clients become more independent. "I love working with the family".  For many years I have worked as an IOP Mental Health clinician where I excel at dynamic integrated treatment groups. My many clinical experiences have encouraged me to develop my theory Belief - Action - Discipline.

Life circumstances, history of trauma, complex relationships, societal pressures, and other challenges can leave you feeling anxious, depressed, and overwhelmed. As a passionate therapist in the field for over a decade, my experience and education allows me to understand the best ways to address each client’s needs in an effective manner. I am trained in evidence based practices and adjust treatment based on the individual needs of my clients. My goal is to ensure a comfortable, safe environment where we can work together to get you on your path to balance and wellness.

Many of us have gone through experiences that leave us feeling stuck, unmotivated, or without hope for change. The promise of psychotherapy is that it offers a path that illuminates the conscious and unconscious limiting beliefs we unknowingly come to identify with. It allows us a framework where insight becomes possible and then choice! Once you can recognize your patterns, you can choose a new way of being. In this sense, I believe we are partners working to understand your motivations, fears, and deepest hopes so that you can feel a greater sense of freedom and empowerment in your life and in your future.

Counseling is an opportunity for a client to learn about themselves and improve their life; it is a different journey for each person. I consider it an honor to walk along side someone who is seeking change. My approach is to build a trusting, safe relationship and give the client as much support as they need. I specialize in working with grief, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD. I am licensed to practice in Florida and Virginia.

I help individuals and couples who want happier, more fulfilling lives and relationships. My clients are adults from all walks of life and all ethnicities, social backgrounds, religious affiliations or no religious affiliations. Whatever is bringing you to therapy is an opportunity to explore your vision of yourself and expand the possibilities to create the life and relationships you have always imagined.

My specialities includes working with pre-teens, adolescents and adults struggling with eating disorders, body image, substance use addiction, self-injury, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship struggles, life transitions and trauma/abuse.

Christina Martinez, LMHC Christina Martinez is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida who has been practicing since 2016. She has a Bachelor of Art in Psychology from the University of Florida and a Master of Science in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University. Christina views counseling as a collaboration between the therapist and the client. Her approach begins with a person-centered approach, developing comfort in the therapeutic relationship.

There's no one-size-fits-all for those struggling with challenges, but it's our joy to travel with you in a safe and empathetic, connected environment. Our goal is to help you navigate your bonds in the past, present, and future, for a healthier heart and relationships. Therapy is a process of growth, and we look forward to walking alongside you. We specialize in working with adults of all ages, young adults, children, couples, and families. At Heart Bonds Counseling, we have several specialized counselors to help with a variety of needs and concerns.

Feeling stuck or lost? Interested in developing a deeper understanding of who you are, how you work, and how to make things work better in your life? If so, I can help. Our work together will be a collaborative process that focuses on identifying healthy ways of embracing change and growth. Our work together also focuses on how to recognize when healing is taking place. A large part of our work together will center on healing from trauma, developing healthier coping skills, and improving relationships with others while reconnecting with your true self.