Psychological Testing and Evaluation Therapists in Palm Harbor, FL

You have taken the first step to changing your life for the better. I specialize in working with adults, children, adolescents, and couples who have concerns regarding relationships, self-esteem, anxiety, fears/phobias, depression, trauma, and difficulty concentrating. Additionally, I work with individuals adjusting to life changes, such as college, parenthood, and retirement. I can help you explore these issues in a collaborative, supportive, and confidential environment. My philosophy is integrative; therefore, I tailor my therapeutic approach to the individual's specific needs and preferences. I utilize a variety of treatment approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, insight-oriented therapy, and hypnosis.

I focus on helping children, teens and adults heal through loss and change and maximize their potential with a focus on grief and bereavement, traumatic loss, stress management, ADHD, academic performance, behavior management strategies, Social Skills Training, anger management, substance abuse and bullying. My goal is to support total health and wellness in the patients I serve.

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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.

Are you seeking compassionate and empowering help to maintain your overall mental wellness? How can I help? My approach is multi-faceted. I am a Traditional Psychotherapist & Board-Certified Music Therapist. Counseling sessions are tailored to meet the exact needs of my clients using approaches that are most comfortable for them. Specialties include anxiety, trauma, grief, wellness & COVID AfterCare. I provide a 'comfort zone' that enhances your life's natural balance and rhythm through Traditional or Eclectic Models of Psychotherapy, Music Therapy, Creative Arts, and Certified Facilitation of Dr. Brené Brown's research & books.

I started my professional training in psychology in 1988, earning three masters and a doctorate degree. My training has focused extensively on working with adults and children in out-patient, in-patient and residential settings. I have served as an adjunct faculty at Argosy University. I conduct workshops to facilitate awareness of mental health issues and provide resources for different organizations. I am contracted with QTC Medical group - a group through the Department of Veterans Affairs, to provide psychological services to our veterans.

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.

Clinical Therapeutic Health Group provides science-based approaches for assessment, testing and potential diagnosis of mental health and related neurological disorders. This comprehensive and integrative process ensures diagnostic accuracy and a baseline for patient treatment modality. As a group of professional Clinicians we ensure our patients ages 3 to adult will be provided care which incorporates the latest mental health research within a supportive environment.

I really enjoy working through a variety of issues, and have a unique and comforting approach to guiding clients out of whatever they are currently sitting with. I believe the client is the expert in their own lives and they are capable of change, but sometimes need some help to figure out their path and find solutions. I don’t believe there is a one-size-fits-all approach to any issue, and use various methods such as EMDR, DBT, ACT, and solution focused, depending on your needs. I use Gottman Method Couples Therapy in my work with couples.

I help people whose unresolved trauma has turned into anxiety, depression, fear of living, and avoidance, just to name a few. These symptoms take over at the worst possible moments, therefore, finding it debilitating and are in need of help to decrease these symptoms, work through their trauma, and find fulfillment in their lives. I treat couples who might have grown apart, have infidelity/online love romances, or communication problems. I ask you to question, "What if life with your partner could be as exciting as it was when you first got together?” If you want to find out, give me a call.