Eclectic Therapists in Parrish, FL

Making the decision to change your life can be scary. I'm dedicated to helping others work through difficult choices and helping them move their lives in a positive direction. I want to help you discover patterns and behaviors that have been holding you back, and build skills to make your life better in the future. I use an intersectional trans-inclusive feminist lens and use an eclectic combination of CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Behavioral Therapy to help solve problems. Making the decision to seek treatment is the first step. I would love to help you make your life one worth living!

Eliminate conflict, anxiety and depression more quickly when you engage your subconscious mind in the process of positive and rapid change. Activate new ways of thinking and coping to get more of what you want in life! Learn how previous experiences have influenced your choices until now, and begin to make the changes you want immediately. My approach is caring and supportive. As you clarify your goals and move towards attaining them, you will become more aware of your own strengths and options moving forward.

As most of us know, sometimes life presents challenges. These challenges could cause one to feel overwhelmed, anxious, confused, depressed or discouraged. This is when seeking help through therapy is beneficial. Have you reached a point in life where you know something needs to change, but you are uncertain of what to change or even how? So many of us face these moments where we feel like our life compass is just spinning and we have no clear direction. It feels like you are in the midst of a storm, and missing the proper equipment. Going through life's challenges with no therapy is like standing in the rain with no umbrella.

My main goal is to provide you with a caring, supportive, and non-judgmental environment in which you can achieve optimum well-being. I strive to assist in gaining and maintaining a sense of hope, perseverance, and optimism. I believe that each individual is resilient has the potential to overcome their obstacles and learn new strategies to better manage their daily stress.

Change can feel scary and stressful. Standing at a crossroads can feel uncertain and overwhelming. Sometimes our life circumstances change, other times we decide that what we are doing now, is no longer working for us. My focus is working with people who are experiencing anxiety, depressed mood, grief, loss, addictions, trauma, PTSD, and other adjustments and life transitions. This could involve changes in relationships, family, spirituality, health, career, education, or living situation. It could include death, healing wounds and inner children, identifying and enforcing boundaries, and identifying and changing limiting beliefs.

Keys, glasses, phone. Wait, where's my keys. Does that sound familiar to you? Do you find yourself struggling to keep track of things, starting a project only to end up working on something completely different, or trouble finishing projects? Are you dealing with the stress of a recent life transition? I'm here to help you learn strategies to become the best version of yourself. I've worked in the Mental Health field for over 25 years and I've had the opportunity to learn a great deal about what is needed to help others with making difficult changes.

I have over 22 years of experience as a psychotherapist, practicing in various settings. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in both the State of Florida and New York, having earned two Master's degrees from Long Island University. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. I hold certifications in several treatment modalities including Brain Paint (Neurofeedback), Beautiful Me (self-esteem program for teens), Nature Informed Therapy, mindfulness and trauma resolution. I take a holistic approach to healing that helps to uncover the root cause of non-productive thoughts, feelings and behaviors.

If you are looking for happiness or contentment, peace, fulfillment, and success please give me a call. I have 8 years of experience working with clients of all ages to overcome issues such as depression, self-esteem deficits, stress management, bipolar, addiction, anxiety, adjustments/life transitions, loss, and women’s issues. I am licensed to practice professional counseling in Florida and Missouri and I am a certified School Guidance Counselor for grades K-12. I have worked in assessment and referral, inpatient, intensive outpatient, and outpatient settings using the modalities of individual, group, and family counseling.

The journey of one's life can be thrown off course by unexpected changes, trauma, grief, life/family transitions, and emotional struggles. I am dedicated in creating a safe place for individuals and families to understand themselves better and explore these life challenges. Everyone needs to feel understood and accepted at some point in their lives. My goal is to recognize each person's individual needs and help create a path to a more fulfilling life. I am committed to providing holistic, inclusive, and personalized interventions that are effective in getting you back to your complete self.

My clients are often professionals or business owners who are navigating ambiguities in advanced stages of personal growth and transformation. They are often looking for holistic wellbeing, peak performance, and self-actualization.

One of the bravest things you can do is live life on your own terms. It can be challenging to make that first phone call, but I hope you can take a moment into the first step to experience yourself in new ways. I am here to support you through that process. Society fills our head with ideas on how you are “supposed” to be/act/feel/show up. I believe that each person has a unique story and journey they are on but the one thing that stays consistent is that we are most happy when we are in tune with our own inner world living from the core of who we are.

Do you have a knot in your stomach from anxiety or struggle to live with depression? Is your marriage filled with arguing or experiencing infidelity? Have the demands of caregiving become overwhelming? Is your teenager dealing with anxiety, depression or stress about friends or school? Counseling can provide encouragement and direction to successfully help in all of these areas. Beginning therapy may be easier than you think. Information on our web site www.bradentoncounseling.com will show you how to get started quickly on relieving the tension in your life and bringing back the contentment and joy.

As a dedicated professional, I am committed to providing the highest standard of care. I believe therapy is a process, uniquely formed by the bonding relationship between therapist and client, working side-by-side. My objective is to help clients successfuly manage life's problems and challenges and empower them to achieve their therapeutic goals. I am interactive and results oriented. I want clients to receive the best I have to offer in the shortest amount of time possible."