Psychodynamic Therapists in Polk County, FL
I am a licensed mental health counselor with over 6 years of experience providing mental health services to individuals from widely diverse backgrounds, with varying symptoms and diagnoses. Throughout the past couple of years, I have been predominately working with women (adults and teens) who experience anxiety, trauma/PTSD, mood disorders, and interpersonal and intrapersonal challenges. While many of the clients I support have experienced trauma, particularly in some form of abuse, I am equipped to work with clients with a wide range of additional concerns, as well.
I am a licensed mental health counselor with over 6 years of experience providing mental health services to individuals from widely diverse backgrounds, with varying symptoms and diagnoses. Throughout the past couple of years, I have been predominately working with women (adults and teens) who experience anxiety, trauma/PTSD, mood disorders, and interpersonal and intrapersonal challenges. While many of the clients I support have experienced trauma, particularly in some form of abuse, I am equipped to work with clients with a wide range of additional concerns, as well.
Life doesn’t have to feel this hard. If anxiety, depression, panic, or past trauma are weighing you down, it’s completely understandable to feel overwhelmed or just plain exhausted. You’re probably doing your best to manage, but maybe things still feel like they’re too much. I get it. This isn’t about needing to "fix" yourself; it’s about discovering ways to handle these challenges so you can grow into a version of yourself that feels stronger and more at peace.
Life doesn’t have to feel this hard. If anxiety, depression, panic, or past trauma are weighing you down, it’s completely understandable to feel overwhelmed or just plain exhausted. You’re probably doing your best to manage, but maybe things still feel like they’re too much. I get it. This isn’t about needing to "fix" yourself; it’s about discovering ways to handle these challenges so you can grow into a version of yourself that feels stronger and more at peace.
As a therapist, my passion is helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with compassion, clarity, and confidence. I believe therapy should be a safe space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes. My specialty is working with teens, young adults, and parents to build stronger communication, emotional resilience, and self-confidence.
As a therapist, my passion is helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with compassion, clarity, and confidence. I believe therapy should be a safe space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes. My specialty is working with teens, young adults, and parents to build stronger communication, emotional resilience, and self-confidence.
I primarily work from a psychodynamic lens, which appraises your current experiences through the lens of patterns.
Welcome, I'm glad you're here.
Something has brought you to this moment of looking for support. Whether it's stress, traumatic experiences, feeling stuck, or anything in between. My therapy room is a space where you can show up as you are. My hope is to be someone who is on your team, and together we can approach the uncertain sides of life together. Through a nonjudgemental, authentic relationship, we will be able to look into difficult emotions and experiences and use coping strategies to find balance.
I primarily work from a psychodynamic lens, which appraises your current experiences through the lens of patterns.
Welcome, I'm glad you're here.
Something has brought you to this moment of looking for support. Whether it's stress, traumatic experiences, feeling stuck, or anything in between. My therapy room is a space where you can show up as you are. My hope is to be someone who is on your team, and together we can approach the uncertain sides of life together. Through a nonjudgemental, authentic relationship, we will be able to look into difficult emotions and experiences and use coping strategies to find balance.
“I would describe my style as open-minded and empowering—partnering with clients to cultivate awareness, navigate challenges with intention, and foster emotional balance.”
Healing starts with awareness. Mindfulness Growth Therapy provides online psychotherapy services for adults throughout Florida. If you’re struggling with anxiety, low mood, or feeling disconnected, we’ll work together to gently explore what’s beneath the surface while building skills that support balance, clarity, and self-compassion.
“I would describe my style as open-minded and empowering—partnering with clients to cultivate awareness, navigate challenges with intention, and foster emotional balance.”
Healing starts with awareness. Mindfulness Growth Therapy provides online psychotherapy services for adults throughout Florida. If you’re struggling with anxiety, low mood, or feeling disconnected, we’ll work together to gently explore what’s beneath the surface while building skills that support balance, clarity, and self-compassion.
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families who are hurting, feeling disconnected, or struggling to find their way through difficult seasons of life. Many come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by stress, conflict, anxiety, or relationship challenges and wanting to feel understood, supported, and closer to the people they love.
I provide a warm, supportive space where clients can slow down, feel heard, and begin creating healthier patterns, stronger connections, and meaningful change.
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families who are hurting, feeling disconnected, or struggling to find their way through difficult seasons of life. Many come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by stress, conflict, anxiety, or relationship challenges and wanting to feel understood, supported, and closer to the people they love.
I provide a warm, supportive space where clients can slow down, feel heard, and begin creating healthier patterns, stronger connections, and meaningful change.
Dr. Suzanne Lavelle is the founder of Lakeland Psychology. She and her associates provide comprehensive psychological evaluations and customized psychological treatment.
Dr. Suzanne Lavelle is the founder of Lakeland Psychology. She and her associates provide comprehensive psychological evaluations and customized psychological treatment.
Life presents many complexities and unknowns, which can cause us to question ourselves and our decisions. We may feel a crisis of meaning, and irritable reaching for clarity and peace. My practice consists of adults who experience depression, anxiety, or relational problems that can result from these struggles with life meaning. I am accepting new patients for psychoanalysis. This approach honors the wisdom of the inner world to find a sense of peace and acceptance for the outer world. It requires a commitment to honesty, truth, and personal responsibility. I am also a Florida qualified supervisor for counselors and postdocs.
Life presents many complexities and unknowns, which can cause us to question ourselves and our decisions. We may feel a crisis of meaning, and irritable reaching for clarity and peace. My practice consists of adults who experience depression, anxiety, or relational problems that can result from these struggles with life meaning. I am accepting new patients for psychoanalysis. This approach honors the wisdom of the inner world to find a sense of peace and acceptance for the outer world. It requires a commitment to honesty, truth, and personal responsibility. I am also a Florida qualified supervisor for counselors and postdocs.
YvEvolve LLC - yvevolve.com
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Yvette M. Mosley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Washington DC, Florida and Virginia. Yvette is a mental health professional that believes Ability – Is what you can do •Motivation – Determines what you do •Attitude-Determines how well you do it; If you can embrace those ideas you are equipped to deal with life stressors. Individuals may experience a variety of life stressors that can lead to one’s life presenting as it is unraveling. The goal is to support individuals in strengthening relationships with themselves and others through mindfulness talk therapy. All through Telehealth! Therapy is within reach!
Yvette M. Mosley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Washington DC, Florida and Virginia. Yvette is a mental health professional that believes Ability – Is what you can do •Motivation – Determines what you do •Attitude-Determines how well you do it; If you can embrace those ideas you are equipped to deal with life stressors. Individuals may experience a variety of life stressors that can lead to one’s life presenting as it is unraveling. The goal is to support individuals in strengthening relationships with themselves and others through mindfulness talk therapy. All through Telehealth! Therapy is within reach!
There may be times in your life when you feel as if you are surviving life instead of enjoying it. Now may be one of those moments. Survival is an instinct that drives many human behaviors and is completely acceptable. Moving beyond survival requires support. Life can be challenging at times and seeking help with those challenges can be intimidating. If you are seeking emotional wellness, self-acceptance, personal growth, or help in finding answers, I invite you to call for consultation and determine whether I am the right therapist for you.
There may be times in your life when you feel as if you are surviving life instead of enjoying it. Now may be one of those moments. Survival is an instinct that drives many human behaviors and is completely acceptable. Moving beyond survival requires support. Life can be challenging at times and seeking help with those challenges can be intimidating. If you are seeking emotional wellness, self-acceptance, personal growth, or help in finding answers, I invite you to call for consultation and determine whether I am the right therapist for you.
Where you are at today is not a sentence for the rest of your life, and I would be honored to walk alongside you as we hollistically uncover and integrate what that means for you. If things are weighing on you, or if you’re just looking to meet yourself on a deeper level, I’m here to help lighten your load, remove psychic blocks, and create a space where growth and transformation feel possible.
Where you are at today is not a sentence for the rest of your life, and I would be honored to walk alongside you as we hollistically uncover and integrate what that means for you. If things are weighing on you, or if you’re just looking to meet yourself on a deeper level, I’m here to help lighten your load, remove psychic blocks, and create a space where growth and transformation feel possible.
Tired of figuring it out on your own? Counseling could be an important next step in your life-a new journey into greater health. I see my role as an expert guide to bring understanding into your emotions, thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. I'll explore your history to facilitate a greater awareness of how your past affects the present. Because life is often played out in the context of relationships; these emotions, thoughts, and behaviors not only impact your view of self, but also the world around you. I have an eclectic approach to therapy drawing from over 15 years of experience working with individuals and couples.
Tired of figuring it out on your own? Counseling could be an important next step in your life-a new journey into greater health. I see my role as an expert guide to bring understanding into your emotions, thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. I'll explore your history to facilitate a greater awareness of how your past affects the present. Because life is often played out in the context of relationships; these emotions, thoughts, and behaviors not only impact your view of self, but also the world around you. I have an eclectic approach to therapy drawing from over 15 years of experience working with individuals and couples.
Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? You’re not alone. I help clients navigate anxiety, self-doubt, and life changes with curiosity and compassion. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, confident, and connected—to yourself and the life you want to create. Struggling with anxious thoughts or self-doubt? I work with people of all ages navigating anxiety, life transitions, trauma, and self-esteem challenges. Together, we’ll build coping skills and create a personalized plan for growth that feels empowering and achievable.
Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? You’re not alone. I help clients navigate anxiety, self-doubt, and life changes with curiosity and compassion. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, confident, and connected—to yourself and the life you want to create. Struggling with anxious thoughts or self-doubt? I work with people of all ages navigating anxiety, life transitions, trauma, and self-esteem challenges. Together, we’ll build coping skills and create a personalized plan for growth that feels empowering and achievable.
Navigating the complexities of women's lives isn't something you can learn from a manual—there's no foolproof guidebook for handling the challenges of high school, the transition into motherhood, or the many stages in between. During your teenage years, you're discovering who you are, and as you enter adulthood, it can feel like a constant struggle to hold onto that identity amidst the demands of school, family, and career. It's all too easy to lose yourself in the pressure, expectations, and noise that society places on women.
Navigating the complexities of women's lives isn't something you can learn from a manual—there's no foolproof guidebook for handling the challenges of high school, the transition into motherhood, or the many stages in between. During your teenage years, you're discovering who you are, and as you enter adulthood, it can feel like a constant struggle to hold onto that identity amidst the demands of school, family, and career. It's all too easy to lose yourself in the pressure, expectations, and noise that society places on women.
Maya Angelou said, "there is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you". I seek to help my clients share their stories in a comfortable, non-judgmental, and safe environment so that they can process their experiences and find a path to a brighter tomorrow.
I'm a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) and qualified supervisor (QS) in the state of Florida. I have vast experience in outpatient, inpatient, training, consulting, public speaking, and supervisory settings, and I have extensive training in various modalities such as EMDR.
Maya Angelou said, "there is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you". I seek to help my clients share their stories in a comfortable, non-judgmental, and safe environment so that they can process their experiences and find a path to a brighter tomorrow.
I'm a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) and qualified supervisor (QS) in the state of Florida. I have vast experience in outpatient, inpatient, training, consulting, public speaking, and supervisory settings, and I have extensive training in various modalities such as EMDR.
In our work together, I integrate various therapeutic modalities, including psychodynamic and supportive therapies, tailored to meet your individual needs.
I have a deep commitment to providing a safe, inclusive, and affirming space for all clients. My work is rooted in empathy, compassion, authenticity, and acceptance. I view the process of therapy through a neurodiversity-affirming, LGBTQIA+ affirming, and trauma-informed lens. As someone with lived experience in neurodiversity, I understand firsthand the importance of being validated for your unique experience. I strive to create an environment where there is no “one-size-fits-all” approach. My goal is to work alongside you, helping you navigate challenges, uncover your strengths, and empower you to live authentically.
In our work together, I integrate various therapeutic modalities, including psychodynamic and supportive therapies, tailored to meet your individual needs.
I have a deep commitment to providing a safe, inclusive, and affirming space for all clients. My work is rooted in empathy, compassion, authenticity, and acceptance. I view the process of therapy through a neurodiversity-affirming, LGBTQIA+ affirming, and trauma-informed lens. As someone with lived experience in neurodiversity, I understand firsthand the importance of being validated for your unique experience. I strive to create an environment where there is no “one-size-fits-all” approach. My goal is to work alongside you, helping you navigate challenges, uncover your strengths, and empower you to live authentically.
Dr. Dainery Fuentes is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in psychotherapy with children, adolescents, and their parents. In addition, she also treats individual adults. She assists in the process of exploring and building the inner strength to allow for the growth that is necessary to transition successfully through the stages of life. Dr. Fuentes completed her Ph.D. at Yeshiva University, NYC. During her 35 years of practice, she has additionally trained in a number of areas including psychoanalytic therapy at the Cincinnati Institute. She has directed numerous psychiatric facilities and doctoral training programs.
Dr. Dainery Fuentes is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in psychotherapy with children, adolescents, and their parents. In addition, she also treats individual adults. She assists in the process of exploring and building the inner strength to allow for the growth that is necessary to transition successfully through the stages of life. Dr. Fuentes completed her Ph.D. at Yeshiva University, NYC. During her 35 years of practice, she has additionally trained in a number of areas including psychoanalytic therapy at the Cincinnati Institute. She has directed numerous psychiatric facilities and doctoral training programs.
Are you a developing therapist looking for supportive, thoughtful clinical supervision? I am a Qualified Supervisor in Flordia with extensive experience working with adolescents, substance use disorders, and couples navigating complex relationship challenges. I offer supervision and consultation for interns and clinicians seeking guidance with complex cases, clinical insight, and professional growth. My supervision style is collaborative, encouraging, and grounded in real-world experience, helping therapists strengthen confidence, deepen their clinical voice, and grow into the kind of therapists they hope to become.
Are you a developing therapist looking for supportive, thoughtful clinical supervision? I am a Qualified Supervisor in Flordia with extensive experience working with adolescents, substance use disorders, and couples navigating complex relationship challenges. I offer supervision and consultation for interns and clinicians seeking guidance with complex cases, clinical insight, and professional growth. My supervision style is collaborative, encouraging, and grounded in real-world experience, helping therapists strengthen confidence, deepen their clinical voice, and grow into the kind of therapists they hope to become.
My ideal clients value relationships and seek to improve them, whether as couples facing communication problems, conflicts, or infidelity, or as individuals struggling with self esteem, sexual concerns, or emotional wounds. They need a safe space for open communication, skill development, and healing. Their goals include rebuilding trust, enhancing intimacy, fostering loving partnerships, improving communication, and achieving personal growth. They want to honor their self and each other. My clients understand the value of professional guidance for more fulfilling and harmonious relationships.
My ideal clients value relationships and seek to improve them, whether as couples facing communication problems, conflicts, or infidelity, or as individuals struggling with self esteem, sexual concerns, or emotional wounds. They need a safe space for open communication, skill development, and healing. Their goals include rebuilding trust, enhancing intimacy, fostering loving partnerships, improving communication, and achieving personal growth. They want to honor their self and each other. My clients understand the value of professional guidance for more fulfilling and harmonious relationships.
At The Aligned Space, I provide virtual therapy throughout Florida for teens and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Many of my clients feel emotionally exhausted from constantly holding everything together while battling overthinking, burnout, self-doubt, or feeling disconnected from themselves. My approach is compassionate, practical, and collaborative, helping clients build coping skills, improve confidence, regulate emotions, and create lasting, meaningful change in their daily lives.
At The Aligned Space, I provide virtual therapy throughout Florida for teens and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Many of my clients feel emotionally exhausted from constantly holding everything together while battling overthinking, burnout, self-doubt, or feeling disconnected from themselves. My approach is compassionate, practical, and collaborative, helping clients build coping skills, improve confidence, regulate emotions, and create lasting, meaningful change in their daily lives.
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Psychodynamic Therapists
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.