Therapists in Seminole County, FL

Do you feel weighed down by feelings of anxiety or depression? Do you experience loneliness or lack a sense of direction? Are you looking for greater meaning and understanding in your life and life’s purpose? Are you seeking to create balance, and harmony in your life?

I am passionate about joining individuals and couples facing anxiety, relationship challenges, and trauma. I would be honored to help during difficult life struggles and offering a space to process and make sense of their life story. I provide a safe and compassionate space for healing, offering hope and vision when life gets overwhelming.

I am a License Mental Health Counselor. I received my Bachelor's degrees in Psychology at the Javeriana University in Bogota (Colombia), and my Master's at Stetson University (Florida). I hold a National Certified Counselor certification. I have more than twenty years of experience working with adults in the field of Wellness and treatment protocol particularly in anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, and major disorders. My practice focuses on promoting developing and personal growth seeking to encourage integral wellness.

I specialize in working with adolescents and adults ages 12+ who deal with depression, anxiety, trauma, LGBTQIA issues, insomnia, sexual intimacy and other relationship issues through individual, couples, and hypnotherapy counseling. My practice, FreelyMe Psychotherapy, is a judgment-free zone where everyone can feel comfortable being themself.

I endeavor in what I strongly believe is my life’s calling in helping improve the overall quality of life for others. With a blend of genuine warmth and compassion, as well as a keen use of clinical training I received while attending New York University, I am committed to your desire for whatever change you feel is needed in your life while providing a supportive, non-judgmental, & client-centered atmosphere. I work with clients beginning in adolescence through senior years & currently hold a license to practice in Florida, Colorado, Iowa, & New Mexico.

Hello and welcome, I am so glad you've decided to take the first steps in the counseling process. I know asking for help can be extremely difficult and is often one of the hardest parts in the journey of healing. I seek to provide a nonjudgmental, genuine, and empathetic presence for my clients in order to ensure a safe and secure environment for the counseling process. I utilize a collaborative approach to facilitate growth and healing in my clients.

The world we live in is overwhelmingly unpredictable, which can lead us to not only numb our own emotions, but also hinders our capacity to communicate in healthier ways, build meaningful relationships, connect, be intentionally productive, or engage in much needed acts of self-care. Feeling the weight of one or more past traumatic or stressful experiences can easily cripple our ability to shift away from destructive behavior patterns. You may be feeling stuck– uncertain of who you are, what you want, and what you deserve, or maybe you’re caught in the spiral of believing that you don’t deserve more than what you have now.

Life storms” can show up at any time during the seasons of our lives. They can be mild storms or hurricane-level catastrophic storms. Those storms can range from work-related stress, broken relationships, losing a loved one, dealing with illness, job loss, fears, phobias, and traumatic, life-threatening events. These “life storms” can leave you feeling defeated, fearful, anxious, overwhelmed, and doubtful. You wonder if you will ever be able to find some sense of normal again. Every day is a struggle to get out of bed, go to work, tend to the kids, make dinner, etc. Days turn into weeks and weeks become months.

Are you tired of it being hard to be happy? Are you feeling more easily irritated with your kids and partner? Do you feel like it’s near impossible to be present with your friends and family? Does it feel like the emotions are spinning out of control and it’s hard to explain what is wrong? Feeling anxious and overwhelmed is common but it doesn’t have to be this way. If you are ready to prioritize your needs, I am too. I would be honored to help you get to happy.

Counseling is all about having a space to explore yourself, your values, and your identity without fear of judgement or expectations. My therapeutic approach is based on viewing my clients as the experts on their own lives and accompanying them on their journey to wellness non-judgmentally and with competence. I believe in using an integrated approach, as every client is different, and it is important to meet clients where they are at. My goals as a counselor include assisting clients in reaching their full potential by giving clients a safe space so they may engage in self- discovery and growth.

Navigating life’s challenges can be tough, particularly when you are in “push through it” mode and neglecting the parts of your life that help you to thrive. This is when you are most vulnerable to anxiety and depression and most likely to fall out of attunement with your best self. Relationships begin to suffer and sometimes it's hard to plow through the weight of past judgments, prejudices, feelings of shame, and guilt. Those types of past experiences can feel like unwelcome guests and their impact can be profound, but if we can learn to turn toward them with openness and understanding, change can be found around the corner.

If you are looking for a counselor that will challenge you to get to the root of your struggles with gentle guidance and compassionate nudges, then I am the clinician for you.

Whether you find yourself in a difficult season of life or ready to address the pains of the past, the choice to begin counseling is a courageous decision. In my practice, I aim to provide compassionate care that meets your specific needs and empowers you to embrace your strengths. I believe the collaborative relationship between counselor and client is the cornerstone of growth. It is my hope that I can reflect the best parts of yourself back to you and help you heal from the challenges you have overcome.

Many times we feel stuck in unhealthy habits, relationships or emotions. Try as we might, sometimes we just can't get unstuck. That is when most people seek counseling. Our practice focuses on helping our clients reach their personal life goals and to feel their best physically and emotionally...what we like to call Healthy Living! Many years of experience in working with clients of all ages with all types of challenges has shaped my professional philosophy whereby we start where you are today and together we discover your personal strengths and harness those strengths to progress towards your goals.

Suzanne Rucker is owner of Orlando Intensives, a licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Sex Addictions Counselor, Certified Multiple Addictions Counselor, and Certified EMDR Therapist. Suzanne has been an expert speaker on Sex Addiction and the effects on a couple, Healing from Sexual Addiction, Healing from Love Addiction and The impact of Trauma on the Brain. Suzanne is a Certified Hope & Freedom Practitioner offering 3-Day Sex Addiction Intensives which will help to restore the relationship, help the partner know the truth, and focus on a clear path of Recovery. Suzanne also offers a Partner Centered Trauma Resolution Intensives.

Thriving when we are not at our best is difficult. Managing our daily living tasks when feeling overwhelmed, anxious, sad, fearful, triggered, or in pain can be hard without help. Seeking counseling takes a lot of courage. I am motivated to help those who are struggling to find their inner strength & heal from their past experiences. I work with a wide variety of issues, including emotional distress, living with chronic pain & illness, parenting, relationship concerns, grief/loss, and adjusting to life transitions. I would be honored to speak with you and help you come up with a plan to make your life and your relationships better.

We believe that clients are the experts of their lives and strive to help use creative therapeutic avenues to create a space to help them meet their goals. Our experienced team has experience helping children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families address emotional and behavioral needs including anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, mood disorders, social and school issues, military related issues, PTSD, Reactive Attachment Disorder, and family conflict.

First of all, I just want to honor you for taking this step to invest in yourself. Working on yourself isn't easy but you don't have to do it alone. You recognize that you aren't happy or that you might be feeling stuck in your life but that something has to change. What keeps you where you are at? We can't keep doing the same thing over and over again and expect a different result. If you are ready to do something different, I want to help support you in that. I work with clients who are open and ready to learn new tools/ways to break their own limiting beliefs, create new ones, and embody the best version of themselves.

Contact me to schedule an initial consultation or appointment! You can also find me on Grow Therapy, Headway, or Alma to schedule an appointment!