Asperger's Syndrome Therapists in Ormond Beach, FL

I provide screening, assessment, behavioral modification, and counseling services to individuals (3 years through Adulthood) with mild to severe behavioral difficulties who are on the Autism Spectrum and/or have been diagnosed with ADHD. I have expertise with Autism assessment and ABA. I also provide support for the families of children/adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders. I provide psychoeducational assessments for individuals with Learning Disorders and Intellectual Disabilities. I am familiar with Florida DOE law and how parents/students can access services within public schools in Florida. I also provide CBT for Insomnia to adults and children/adolescents.

I specialize in helping adolescents and adults with an array of maladaptive behaviors including anxiety, depression, self-harm, mood disturbances, anger, and self-esteem struggles. I specialize in Bipolar Disorders and Borderline Personality Disorder. My goal is to help my patients redirect their negative and irrational thought patterns utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques. I also implement Dialectical Behavioral therapy to teach my clients skills to regulate their emotions. Concurrently utilizing Motivational Therapy to encourage setting short and long term obtainable goals for future life fulfillment.

We have been socialized to believe it is virtuous to put other's needs before our own. This often results in poor self care, feelings of resentment and depression, which paradoxically hinders rather than helps relationships. I encourage people to nurture the relationship they have with themselves. This may involve defining more effective personal boundaries and expectations. Identification of unhealthy coping strategies is accompanied by brainstorming more effective replacement behaviors. I am honored to accompany you on your journey to pursue a more meaningful and joyous life.

Are you a woman experiencing depression, anxiety, feeling stuck due to trauma or past abusive experiences? Are you facing mental health challenges, coping with stress, wanting to improve relationships or seeking personal growth?

At Mindful Mental Health Counseling I specialize in working with children, teens, adults, and families to improve relationships, increase self-esteem, and effectively manage depression, anxiety, anger, behavioral issues, trauma, grief and loss, substance misuse, and more. I provide a safe, supportive, and confidential space where each individual can become their best self and learn to master any challenges they may face.

We specialize in all types of trauma. We treat anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and most mental health disorders. We offer addiction services , including assessments and interventions. We are experienced in all forms of couples, individual, and family therapy.

Thank you for reviewing my profile. I have over 20 years of clinical experience as a Psychologist and was a Naval Officer. I am direct, down to earth, patient, warm, professional, genuine, thorough, and humorous. As a client you will know very quickly whether we are a good match. I have training to manage cognitive, emotional, and physiological mental health symptoms, but think the most important element is the therapeutic relationship and trust. I have been highly successful at treating severe panic attacks, PTSD, generalized anxiety disorders, phobias, difficult family dynamics, and stress-related headaches and hypertension.

Working with individuals of color across the income strata has been a lifelong goal I have pursued. Dealing with Adjustment Issues, Stress, Parenting, Depressive, Anxiety, Schizophrenia, and Trauma are some of the more typical issues I manage. I use the modality of individual, group, and family therapy in traditional talk, insight-oriented as well as Play and Sand Tray modalities to elicit underlying and manifest psychological struggles and conflict.

Parenting is hard. Parenting a special needs child is harder. Kids don't come with owner's manuals. If your child happens to have special needs, the situation is often confusing. You want nothing more than to help your child. It's what we do when our children are struggling. Sometimes you just don't know what to do to help. It can leave feeling helpless. You are not alone. I know from personal and professional experience what it takes to make major changes. No matter the nature of his struggle, be it autism, adhd, or some other challenge, you can help your child.

Neuropsychological evaluation provided for pre-k through college students to diagnose the specific reasons for learning, behavioral, social, or anxiety issues. Diagnoses often include ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Specific Learning Disorders, and more. Patients present with problems from concussion and traumatic brain injury, perinatal drug exposure, seizure disorder, other medical issues, or unknown cause. Sometimes children seem to be not reaching their academic potential for an unknown reason. At times, when workload increases such as in college or rigorous high school classes, difficulties emerge that were not evident before.

When only the best will do for you and your family call an experienced therapist. No problem is too big or too small. Free thirty minute phone consultation. Experienced in play therapy, sand tray, EMDR, addiction counseling, domestic violence, individual and family therapy.

I am a seasoned psychotherapist/analyst with greater than 16 years of experience in mental health, addictions, co-occurring, and more. I am a caring and down-to-earth professional who is dedicated to providing a trusting and empowering therapeutic experience for individuals, couples, & families. I practice eclectically, in that I utilize techniques tailored to each Individual and/or family's unique perspective and personality. My style mixes cognitive (CBT), psychoanalytic, mindfullness, interperspection, Gestalt, and proactive approaches to provide for the utmost trust & fluency when dealing with challenging material. Feeling defeated is a temporary condition - giving up is what makes it permanent!

Facing & accepting experiences in life is a process that is often challenging & requires time & an emotional & mental investment. It is also an empowering journey that promises healing and growth to those who choose to engage in an evidence-based, facilitated approach from the effects of trauma &/or developmental impairments. I combine elements of social skills training, psychoeducational & psychodynamic techniques, & emphasize support.

My clients are as eclectic as my treatment approach. No two people are alike. As a result, treatment goals vary with each individual person. My clients are not in crisis. They are high functioning individuals (ages 4-104) that are experiencing some sort of stressor in their lives. Life is full of unpredictable events including but not limited to separation, divorce, relationship issues, narcissistic abuse, loss of any kind, career changes, family issues, depression, changes in children's behavior, parenting, single parenting, recent diagnosis of mental health/ health condition, anxiety, fear, hurt and depression.

With over twenty-five years of direct clinical care, I have the experience in providing counseling/psychotherapy for various issues and challenges that arise for most of us throughout the course our lives. My services range from bereavement/grief counseling, couples, marriage and family difficulties, transitional/life change issues, substance abuse and behavioral addictions, depression, anxiety, PTSD and thought disorders. In addition, I am certified in equine assisted psychotherapy for both children and adults which is a highly effective treatment for combat veterans, their families and those with other types of trauma.