Adoption Therapists in Tallahassee, FL
Anew Life Counseling and Consulting Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Tallahassee, FL 32301
At ‘Anew Life' we understand that life is challenging and full of unexpected events for any and everyone. These events can leave deep emotional scars, painful memories, and setbacks if not appropriately addressed. The emotions can cause a person to act, live, and think in ways they usually wouldn’t. Anew Life wants to help that individual, couple, or family set a fresh course for their life. To achieve this goal, we continuously make it our priority to provide a therapeutic environment that is centered around growth, clarity, and a new beginning. After all, we all have needed a fresh start in our lives at one time or another!
At ‘Anew Life' we understand that life is challenging and full of unexpected events for any and everyone. These events can leave deep emotional scars, painful memories, and setbacks if not appropriately addressed. The emotions can cause a person to act, live, and think in ways they usually wouldn’t. Anew Life wants to help that individual, couple, or family set a fresh course for their life. To achieve this goal, we continuously make it our priority to provide a therapeutic environment that is centered around growth, clarity, and a new beginning. After all, we all have needed a fresh start in our lives at one time or another!
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or ready to process past pain? I help women and adults work through trauma, anxiety, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm in a safe, non-judgmental space.
Whether you’re navigating grief, burnout, relationship challenges, or the impact of trauma, I’m here to walk beside you with empathy and curiosity—not pity. My office is a space where no emotion is too small or “wrong,” and healing happens at your pace.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or ready to process past pain? I help women and adults work through trauma, anxiety, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm in a safe, non-judgmental space.
Whether you’re navigating grief, burnout, relationship challenges, or the impact of trauma, I’m here to walk beside you with empathy and curiosity—not pity. My office is a space where no emotion is too small or “wrong,” and healing happens at your pace.
I am experienced helping people with eating disorders, mood disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder), veterans, trauma, and PTSD. Blended family and military family problems are also close to my heart and I enjoy helping others in these areas. I am partnered with The Headstrong Project, which helps Veterans and their families when the Veteran is diagnosed with PTSD. I work with those aged 16 and older. If you need someone who will really listen to you and help you figure out how to change your life for the better, I can help you.
I am experienced helping people with eating disorders, mood disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder), veterans, trauma, and PTSD. Blended family and military family problems are also close to my heart and I enjoy helping others in these areas. I am partnered with The Headstrong Project, which helps Veterans and their families when the Veteran is diagnosed with PTSD. I work with those aged 16 and older. If you need someone who will really listen to you and help you figure out how to change your life for the better, I can help you.
Through this work, I acquired specific interests in counseling individuals who have experienced complex trauma, adolescents/young adults transitioning to adulthood, couples therapy and adoption counseling for families.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, defeated, or not good enough? Are you having trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or experiencing nightmares? What about the way you are relating to others; do you find you are angry, tense, defensive, withdrawn or isolating? Let me help you. Finding peace in a world that can be overstimulating at times is possible. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, corporate/work related stress, family conflicts, relationship issues or needing to address unprocessed trauma, I am here.
Through this work, I acquired specific interests in counseling individuals who have experienced complex trauma, adolescents/young adults transitioning to adulthood, couples therapy and adoption counseling for families.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, defeated, or not good enough? Are you having trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or experiencing nightmares? What about the way you are relating to others; do you find you are angry, tense, defensive, withdrawn or isolating? Let me help you. Finding peace in a world that can be overstimulating at times is possible. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, corporate/work related stress, family conflicts, relationship issues or needing to address unprocessed trauma, I am here.
I am honored to listen to people's stories and help guide them to a deeper understanding of who they are, what they need and how to get there. Every person has the ability to develop into their future best self. I get the privilege of helping them find a new, positive perspective filled with possibilities.
I am honored to listen to people's stories and help guide them to a deeper understanding of who they are, what they need and how to get there. Every person has the ability to develop into their future best self. I get the privilege of helping them find a new, positive perspective filled with possibilities.
Are you exhausted in a way that rest doesn't fix? Do you feel like you've spent your whole life holding it together — showing up for everyone around you while quietly running on empty? Oak Haven Therapy is a telehealth practice for women across Florida who are ready to understand themselves more deeply and finally stop just surviving. Many of the women I work with learned early to be capable, self-sufficient, and strong. They built full lives. And they've been carrying a quiet ache for a long time — a sense that something important has gone unattended, that a part of them never quite got what she needed.
Are you exhausted in a way that rest doesn't fix? Do you feel like you've spent your whole life holding it together — showing up for everyone around you while quietly running on empty? Oak Haven Therapy is a telehealth practice for women across Florida who are ready to understand themselves more deeply and finally stop just surviving. Many of the women I work with learned early to be capable, self-sufficient, and strong. They built full lives. And they've been carrying a quiet ache for a long time — a sense that something important has gone unattended, that a part of them never quite got what she needed.
I became a Marriage and Family Therapist because I enjoy processing with individuals and listening to personal journeys to find a resolution. I was a High School performance art major and find this skill set benefical in providing supports through visual cues using various therapeutic approaches and modalities. I specialize in working with children and families in child welfare. I enjoy working with young children and teens as these are challenging developmental years, trauma and distress from systemic and familial patterns of behaviors, coupled with low parenting, coping, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
I became a Marriage and Family Therapist because I enjoy processing with individuals and listening to personal journeys to find a resolution. I was a High School performance art major and find this skill set benefical in providing supports through visual cues using various therapeutic approaches and modalities. I specialize in working with children and families in child welfare. I enjoy working with young children and teens as these are challenging developmental years, trauma and distress from systemic and familial patterns of behaviors, coupled with low parenting, coping, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Don’t let anxiety, depression, trauma or relationship struggles take one more second from your life! I work with couples, adults, teens and children who want to overcome anxious thoughts, past hurts and relationship struggles. When an adult steps in my office, I help them feel actual relief from anxiety, depression and past trauma because I use EMDR a proven treatment that is more than just talking. In my work with kids, I use play therapy, involving laughter, play, and building new skills. Unlike traditional talk therapy, your kids won’t feel bored in my office, but they will be learning new skills that can lasting change.
Don’t let anxiety, depression, trauma or relationship struggles take one more second from your life! I work with couples, adults, teens and children who want to overcome anxious thoughts, past hurts and relationship struggles. When an adult steps in my office, I help them feel actual relief from anxiety, depression and past trauma because I use EMDR a proven treatment that is more than just talking. In my work with kids, I use play therapy, involving laughter, play, and building new skills. Unlike traditional talk therapy, your kids won’t feel bored in my office, but they will be learning new skills that can lasting change.
TownsendARC provides individual counseling for a variety of addiction and mental health issues. We also provide a Substance Abuse and Relapse Prevention treatment. We preform evaluations for Court, Probation, and provide the Federal DOT/FMCSA SAP Program (Qualified Substance Abuse Professional under Federal DOT). We also provide guidance for employers regarding the new Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. TownsendARC has been in business in Tallahassee since 1984 and was originally run by Dr. Albert Menduni at Tallahassee Community Hospital as the Addiction Recovery Center.
TownsendARC provides individual counseling for a variety of addiction and mental health issues. We also provide a Substance Abuse and Relapse Prevention treatment. We preform evaluations for Court, Probation, and provide the Federal DOT/FMCSA SAP Program (Qualified Substance Abuse Professional under Federal DOT). We also provide guidance for employers regarding the new Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. TownsendARC has been in business in Tallahassee since 1984 and was originally run by Dr. Albert Menduni at Tallahassee Community Hospital as the Addiction Recovery Center.
Each of us has personal and/or family struggles at some time in our life. I am here to help support you in fostering hope and change. I create a safe and structured place to work on those goals that will bring peace and happiness back into your life and relationships. As a marriage and family therapist, I work with individuals, couples, and families on any issue large or small.
Each of us has personal and/or family struggles at some time in our life. I am here to help support you in fostering hope and change. I create a safe and structured place to work on those goals that will bring peace and happiness back into your life and relationships. As a marriage and family therapist, I work with individuals, couples, and families on any issue large or small.
Ideal clients are adults who feel emotionally exhausted from years of surviving, over functioning, caregiving, or feeling disconnected from themselves. Many come to therapy carrying trauma, chronic shame, attachment wounds, religious trauma, emotionally unsafe relationships, or family systems that taught them to suppress their needs to stay safe. Using EMDR, attachment-focused, and trauma-informed approaches, I help clients move beyond intellectual understanding and toward deeper emotional healing, nervous system safety, and lasting change.
Ideal clients are adults who feel emotionally exhausted from years of surviving, over functioning, caregiving, or feeling disconnected from themselves. Many come to therapy carrying trauma, chronic shame, attachment wounds, religious trauma, emotionally unsafe relationships, or family systems that taught them to suppress their needs to stay safe. Using EMDR, attachment-focused, and trauma-informed approaches, I help clients move beyond intellectual understanding and toward deeper emotional healing, nervous system safety, and lasting change.
I also specialize in anxiety, sexual abuse, foster care/ adoption, and family trauma.
My clients are longing for a deep and meaningful change (mixed with some play and laughter). I work with children, teens and adults who are looking to create a therapeutic journey that is both playful and deep. The adult clients I work with find real relief from depression, anxiety and trauma. The young adult and teen clients in my office are often working through identity development, stress management, and accomplishing their goals in life. They younger kiddos in my office use play and creativity to work through big emotions, tough behaviors and family challenges.
I also specialize in anxiety, sexual abuse, foster care/ adoption, and family trauma.
My clients are longing for a deep and meaningful change (mixed with some play and laughter). I work with children, teens and adults who are looking to create a therapeutic journey that is both playful and deep. The adult clients I work with find real relief from depression, anxiety and trauma. The young adult and teen clients in my office are often working through identity development, stress management, and accomplishing their goals in life. They younger kiddos in my office use play and creativity to work through big emotions, tough behaviors and family challenges.
The decision to start therapy takes courage. Often the idea of talking about personal thoughts and emotions can be anxiety-inducing. As an art therapist and mental health counselor, my goal is to provide a safe space to explore emotions through both verbal and creative processes. I apply art therapy and counseling techniques to increase self-awareness, reduce stress, and encourage healthy expression. I am dedicated to providing inclusive services to clients of all identities, including individuals from the LGBTQ+ community and diverse backgrounds, and strive to provide meaningful and affirming services for everyone I work with.
The decision to start therapy takes courage. Often the idea of talking about personal thoughts and emotions can be anxiety-inducing. As an art therapist and mental health counselor, my goal is to provide a safe space to explore emotions through both verbal and creative processes. I apply art therapy and counseling techniques to increase self-awareness, reduce stress, and encourage healthy expression. I am dedicated to providing inclusive services to clients of all identities, including individuals from the LGBTQ+ community and diverse backgrounds, and strive to provide meaningful and affirming services for everyone I work with.
Life can feel overwhelming—especially when anxiety, racing thoughts, or constant worry start taking up more space than you’d like. Whether you’re a parent watching your child struggle or an adult trying to hold everything together, you deserve a place where you can slow down, make sense of what you’re feeling, and learn skills that truly help. That’s where I come in.
Life can feel overwhelming—especially when anxiety, racing thoughts, or constant worry start taking up more space than you’d like. Whether you’re a parent watching your child struggle or an adult trying to hold everything together, you deserve a place where you can slow down, make sense of what you’re feeling, and learn skills that truly help. That’s where I come in.
Welcome, I'm glad you are here. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Florida) and Licensed Professional Counselor (DC and Virginia). I help individuals learn effective strategies to manage difficult feelings, as well as develop greater insight into how they have been shaped by past experiences. I provide individual therapy to adults managing concerns with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship struggles, women's issues, school difficulty, and trauma. I use both talk and expressive therapies.
Welcome, I'm glad you are here. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Florida) and Licensed Professional Counselor (DC and Virginia). I help individuals learn effective strategies to manage difficult feelings, as well as develop greater insight into how they have been shaped by past experiences. I provide individual therapy to adults managing concerns with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship struggles, women's issues, school difficulty, and trauma. I use both talk and expressive therapies.
Is your kiddo struggling, & you’re exhausted from feeling disconnected and unable to help? I see a variety of different people, but most of the folks who find my office are either frustrated kids, lonely teens or overwhelmed moms. If your Christian faith important to you, I help many of my Christian clients integrate their faith into therapy. My kiddo clients leave with new skills and confidence. My teen clients feel more confident and responsible. My clients who are moms leave with deep self compassion, and reassurance that they are doing enough. Additionally I specialize in trauma and RRT which offers quick trauma healing.
Is your kiddo struggling, & you’re exhausted from feeling disconnected and unable to help? I see a variety of different people, but most of the folks who find my office are either frustrated kids, lonely teens or overwhelmed moms. If your Christian faith important to you, I help many of my Christian clients integrate their faith into therapy. My kiddo clients leave with new skills and confidence. My teen clients feel more confident and responsible. My clients who are moms leave with deep self compassion, and reassurance that they are doing enough. Additionally I specialize in trauma and RRT which offers quick trauma healing.
Even the most capable people need support at times. You may look accomplished and steady on the outside, while privately managing anxiety, burnout, or self-doubt. At Southeastern Behavioral Health, we offer a private, supportive space to pause, reflect, & realign. Using a strengths-based approach, our team of exceptional providers helps you build clarity, resilience, and balance—so you can thrive. Many of our clients are professionals, first responders, students, and parents who want thoughtful care that respects their privacy, time, & goals. Together, we work to reduce anxiety, strengthen coping, and help you feel more fulfilled.
Even the most capable people need support at times. You may look accomplished and steady on the outside, while privately managing anxiety, burnout, or self-doubt. At Southeastern Behavioral Health, we offer a private, supportive space to pause, reflect, & realign. Using a strengths-based approach, our team of exceptional providers helps you build clarity, resilience, and balance—so you can thrive. Many of our clients are professionals, first responders, students, and parents who want thoughtful care that respects their privacy, time, & goals. Together, we work to reduce anxiety, strengthen coping, and help you feel more fulfilled.
My primary goal is to help you be the best person you can be. I strive to listen, be present, and to understand what issues you are experiencing and how we can best work together in a collaborative way for you to grow into your best self. There is no one right theoretical approach for everyone. We will explore the tools that fit with your personality because you are the expert of your own life. I am sensitive to folks from marginalized communities and understand the impact of discrimination on mental health.
My primary goal is to help you be the best person you can be. I strive to listen, be present, and to understand what issues you are experiencing and how we can best work together in a collaborative way for you to grow into your best self. There is no one right theoretical approach for everyone. We will explore the tools that fit with your personality because you are the expert of your own life. I am sensitive to folks from marginalized communities and understand the impact of discrimination on mental health.
I have a passion for marriages and for those struggling through some of life’s situations. I will use my 34 years of counseling experience to help individuals, couples, and families, find peace and hope from a biblical worldview. I went back to school to get my masters in counseling because I wanted to be able to help those that are hurting to the very best of my ability.
I have a passion for marriages and for those struggling through some of life’s situations. I will use my 34 years of counseling experience to help individuals, couples, and families, find peace and hope from a biblical worldview. I went back to school to get my masters in counseling because I wanted to be able to help those that are hurting to the very best of my ability.
To the rest of the world you are a high functioning, successful professional appearing to have it all together. Underneath it all, you are feeling empty, overwhelmed, anxious, and burnt out. You can't find time to do the things you love. You're the sort of person who is deeply curious about why you are the way you are. You've done therapy in the past and haven't gotten the positive life changes you desired. You are frustrated that some of the hard things you've been through in the past are showing back up in your life now and you are now ready to release the anxiety from your mind and body and embrace a life filled with joy.
To the rest of the world you are a high functioning, successful professional appearing to have it all together. Underneath it all, you are feeling empty, overwhelmed, anxious, and burnt out. You can't find time to do the things you love. You're the sort of person who is deeply curious about why you are the way you are. You've done therapy in the past and haven't gotten the positive life changes you desired. You are frustrated that some of the hard things you've been through in the past are showing back up in your life now and you are now ready to release the anxiety from your mind and body and embrace a life filled with joy.
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Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.