Parenting Therapists in Palm Harbor, FL

My "ideal" client is a pre-teen, teen, young adult, adult, couple, or family. Together we can work on any number of issues from communication to adjusting to new life circumstances; events from your past that are impacting your present; parenting children or teens, or individuating from parents; anxiety, depression and other matters of mood; relationships with family, friends and coworkers; co-dependency and self-advocacy; personal values and belief systems.... I'm here to meet you where you are & to support you as you evolve into your best self.

I believe that all of us have the power to make choices that will improve our lives immediately. I encourage clients to focus on what that have control of, rather than what they do not. I encourage and practice a cooperative approach to marriage, parenting and life. I work with individuals, couples, families, and kids of all ages and circumstances. I have extensive experience in helping with school related issues and advocating for families regarding these concerns. I also enjoy working with athletes and helping them improve their "mental game.

New children and families are being accepted. My passion is to provide practical help to children and families who are struggling to overcome the challenges of parenting , work/school, behavioral, and emotional issues. I specialize in working with children 3-11 and their parents to address parenting and behavioral issues as well as Childhood Disorders. My approach is to equip, coach, and empower parents and individuals to be powerful change agents within their family and lives. I am also a certified Adoption Competent Counselor.

As a parent , nothing is harder than when your child is struggling. The truth is raising children is tougher than ever with so many external influences impacting our children and families. We all need support sometimes for ourselves and for our children. If you are confused or overwhelmed by your child’s behaviors or maybe just want some extra support in being the best parent you can be, then you have come to the right place. At Nurturing Family Connections, we strive to provide compassionate care to you and your child.

As a therapist for over 25 years I have worked in a variety of settings providing individual & group therapy to children, adolescents, adults and families. I am experienced in play therapy techniques and specialize in helping clients work through issues related to stress, loss, self-esteem, parenting , trauma, abuse, trust in relationships, anxiety and depression. I will provide a safe, non-judgmental environment where you can strengthen your capacity to engage with others, navigate through what is making you feel stuck, enhance your problem-solving and coping skills, and generate a solid plan of action.

Are you feeling overwhelmed and at a loss with your child or young adult? Sometimes being a parent feels like an impossible task. I specialize in treating children, adolescents and young adults. I am passionate about helping children and teens heal, grow and change. I am also passionate about helping young adults navigate and transition from teen to an adult. As a parent , you may need support and guidance in your relationship with your child. I am committed to helping parents grow in their abilities to be strong and influential guides in their children’s lives.

I believe in excellence with compassion, and people don't care how much a therapist knows until they know how much their therapist cares. Excellence from me should be expected, COMPASSION is a promise! Addictions are my specialty and passion.

Do you feel overwhelmed and find it difficult to work through your challenges on your own? Are you seeing your child struggle and want to help support them and address their challenges? Are there family challenges that seem too much? Adjusting to all the changes from Covid? Let's work Together!

Are you struggling with problems in your marriage, family, or daily life that you just can't seem to get past? My goal is to help individuals, couples or families discover the heart of the issues and develop skills to help them experience the fulfilling life and relationships they desire. I work with children, teens and adults. I specialize in working with adoptive families and trauma; and also work with depression, anxiety, spiritual issues, grief and loss. I am trained in EMDR and use it to help alleviate trauma issues in adults and children.

Finding a therapist or counselor with an approach that is right for you is a process that can be both rewarding and challenging. I offer a safe environment where you can be yourself and explore the areas that bring you to therapy or counseling now. If you are feeling depressed, anxious, confused, and sad, I can help. If you are experiencing frustration, anger and disillusionment in your relationship(s), let's begin the process to get your life and relationship(s) flowing successfully. Call me for a free 15 minute consultation at 786-423-6787

I provide Counseling and Therapy for Individuals, Couples, Marriage, Adolescents and Families. Assistance for relational issues such as communication, avoidance, recovery from infidelity and Relational conflict and Trauma. Assessment and Therapy for Depression, Grief & Loss, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Anger Management, Autism, Biploar, Borderline Personality, PTSD, Trauma, Sleep Disorder, Opioid Addiction, Gambling addictions, Alcohol abuse, Sexual and Internet Addictions.

"No one's Perfect but Parts of Us are Excellent!" I believe everyone needs help through situations from time to time. I love working with people of all ages and I work well helping others help themselves. I assist people in working from a state of dis-ease to a state of ease in coping with life's situations.

As a psychologist in Clearwater for over 39 years, I bring experience, wisdom, and stability to the therapeutic process. I have been happily married for 47 years and personally know the importance of effective communication and compromise in relationships. I value your time. It is rare for someone to wait more than 10 minutes. With few exceptions, I will conclude the initial session with my impressions, and I will suggest a treatment plan focused on solutions. I am direct and action oriented with a focus on changing behavior and negative thoughts within a supportive relationship.

Are you ready to gain control of your life? As a parent , we may face situations that at times make us feel challenged. As an individual or partner in a relationship, we may struggle to find personal balance or to make sense of our own lives. I'm a professional and licensed mental health counselor with 13 years experience working with children, families, couples and individuals from infancy throughout adulthood. My goal is for us to work together to help you move forward towards achieving your personal best and creating a balance that is empowering to you.

Perhaps you are experiencing more uncertainty in your life and in your relationships...and it can be so hard to feel hopeful or to know how to make the necessary changes in your life. Life has a way of giving us some unexpected challenges or maybe you find yourself exhausted and depleted from the many years and many layers of your life and relationship stressors.

Maybe there are times when you feel that you are not enough. You're trying your best to cope, hoping to fill a void or to escape from painful feelings. Your current coping skills may have become more harmful than helpful, interfering with your life and making you feel overwhelmed and empty. Something needs to change, but you're not sure where to begin. Being able to talk to someone nonjudgmental is powerfully healing. Together we will work to add healthy ways for you to cope. You will learn to embrace the journey you are on and to live a life that inspires you. You will begin to believe that you, indeed, have always been enough.

Counseling works when you find yourself in that place feeling stuck wanting different results yet the problem is you are using the same tools and resources. Everyday might feel like a roadblock and at the end of it you are left wondering why these circumstances do not change. Letting go is the next destination and that is where we can meet. Yes, you don't have to go at this ALONE and you can be the driver with a passenger who makes you feel safe and not criticized or judged for your feelings. Think of me as a Human GPS Navigation system; providing you with alerts and updates to ensure you arrive in the shortest time possible.

Are you a parent looking and searching for answers? Are you and your family struggling, and it seems that no matter what you do, it isn’t enough? Facing these concerns can not only be stressful and overwhelming, but also lonely and at times, hopeless. It is my passion and calling to work with children and adolescents from ages 0-14, in addition to providing support to their families. As I work with you, we will focus together on overcoming the struggles and obstacles that you and your child are experiencing. In therapy, connection and trust are key when working together.

If you or your family members are struggling with overwhelming emotions, uncontrollable behaviors, or confusion about how to make life better, therapy can be a tool to help accomplish what seems impossible. Whether you need help for yourself or your child, I offer compassionate, non-judgmental, confidential care to empower, heal, and move forward effectively. Many of the families I serve have children experiencing Baker Acts, severe emotional and behavioral dysregulation, and intense trauma histories.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience working with a wide range of clients and concerns. I provide psychotherapy to couples and individuals. I have in-depth training in play therapy, relational therapy, and trauma. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, or simply the stresses of day-to-day life, psychotherapy can be tremendously effective.