Therapists in Tallahassee, FL

My approach serves men and women of any sexual orientation, ages 30-80, experiencing high levels of anxiety, depression, anger, addictions and questioning life's purpose due to highly stressful and conflicted relationships. With 27 years of experience, a unique integration of mindfulness and spiritual techniques, and passion for helping clients rediscover their innate joy, I provide the understanding, tools and motivation to help you transform relationship turmoil into profound, sustainable change.

Greetings! Some of the demographics I have served have included inpatient and outpatient care, private practice, substance abuse issues, psychotic spectrum disorders, gender identity issues, personality disorders, sex addiction, family and relationship issues, depression, anxiety, PTSD, Spirituality, and men’s issues. Some of the experiences that have contributed to my professional identity and approach to mental health treatment are my formal education at Pensacola Christian College where I received a BA in Pastoral Ministry and Liberty University where I received a MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

I believe that in order for individuals to experience an extraordinary life (a life filled with peace, love, joy, and purpose) they must learn how to heal, protect, and strengthen all three parts of themselves - the soul (mind, will, & emotions), the body, and the spirit. I incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy with Christian, biblical principles to address a complexity of issues within an individual, family, couple, or group that may be preventing them from experiencing physical, mental, and spiritual wholeness. Also, my husband, Adewale Disu, a Certified Life Coach, provides life coaching services to men.

Hey! I am Renata. If you are here, you are probably contemplating change. My favorite quote is "tradition is the enemy of progress." There will not be sustained change without addressing potential problems in the way we have traditionally approached our circumstances. If you are open to stepping outside of traditional patterns, you may be ready for a journey of change.

Why is it that we are so much harsher on ourselves than we are on others? Sometimes it’s as if our inner critic has a zero-tolerance policy for ourselves. Even when we’re hurting, our critic might jump in and say “You shouldn’t be feeling this way, suck it up.” It can be hard to manage our pain (or outright heal!) if our inner critic is ruthless and unrelenting. If it feels like your critic is beating you down, I’m here to help. Much of my experience has focused on helping adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, imposter syndrome, trauma, identity issues, and relationship difficulties.

I do not believe there is a “one size fits all” approach to counseling and source myself using a personalized approach geared towards empowering you by: identifying inherent strengths, cultivating resiliency, crafting necessary tools & life hacks to help you handle, navigate and overcome life’s many challenges. My goal for each counseling session is for you to know that you no longer have to be alone with whatever “it is” that is challenging you from either past, present or future concerns.

I want YOU to WIN! Transitioning through adulthood without appropriate support and tools can leave you feeling anxious, burnt-out, and depressed. You may be in a place of frustration, as new situations and challenges have started to pile up - causing you to feel like you have “too much on your plate.” Overwhelmed and nervous about the future, you might be asking yourself “What do I do now?” Do you often reflect on your childhood and teenage years where things were just "easier." Navigating life is tough but it' NOT impossible. As a Black Female Therapist, I am here to help.

On the outside you have it all together but on the inside you are falling apart, you continue to tell yourself you are just tired or stressed. Have you been struggling to do basic things and are uninterested in the things you once enjoyed. You are experiencing constant mood swings that you cannot explain or control, feeling hopeless and constant racing thoughts that make it difficult to get through each day. Do you find yourself spending money or overindulging in food for instant gratification?

Some days you feel like a rockstar! Some days you barely make it out of bed! Both days are okay! Impacted by divorce, co-parenting challenges, work-life balance, miscarriage, low self-esteem, infidelity? Constantly worrying about "what's next?" Do you talk yourself out of positive things? Constantly overthinking? I have been there too! I am ready to help you eliminate your symptoms of Anxiety and Depression. The vision for Grace Behavioral Health is to support professional women who desire to live unhindered by anxiety and depression. I’m honored to create a safe place that fosters healing, grace and optimal mental wellness.

Do you find yourself overcome with feelings of hopelessness or worry, struggling with meaningful connections despite your best efforts? If you are stuck in your healing journey and are curious about Psychedelic Assisted therapy, I’d love to help. Our work together will incorporate both traditional and non-traditional therapy into your use of psychedelics, helping you to feel whole again. We will help you find relief from the inner turmoil that overwhelms you by identifying unhealthy patterns, navigating difficult emotions, and guiding you toward a renewed, heightened sense of self-love and a feeling of gratitude towards life.

I approach psyche from the Jungian psychodynamic, holistic lens. I work with, but am not limited to, folks with a history of depression, mood disorders, trauma, eating disorders and sexual abuse as well as life-transitions, identity dysphoria, and spiritual crises/emergences. Together we will access the needs of psyche and soul that are calling for your attention in order for you to reach a greater sense of wholeness, and a new kind of self-knowledge. I can help you feel into the symptoms in a new way that may illuminate their cause and bring you to a greater understanding of yourself within and without.

We are all a part of the human family, but we have each had painful and traumatic experiences that shaped who we are individually. Sometimes we minimize what we’ve been through until we know we can’t push it aside anymore. I know how scary this can be. Trying to find the words to describe what we feel can seem like an impossible task. I’m here to support you on the journey as you learn how to deconstruct old chapters and write new chapters from a place of self-knowledge and empowerment. The more we know ourselves, the better we can be to each other. No one story is the same, and every story matters.

I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. I try to offer affordable mental health counseling, because I believe that therapy should be accessible to all who need it. I also offer art therapy, play therapy, and life coaching. I want to help you to feel better--and help you to achieve the goals that matter to you. If you want, you can try a phone or online session (so you can do therapy from the comfort of home). I really look forward to working with you. At times, therapy takes effort, but it's rewarding to see the results!

We can’t always control the road we find ourselves on, or the obstacles along it; but you don’t have to walk that road alone or unaided. I will work collaboratively alongside you to address and navigate around whatever challenge you may be facing using my expertise as a mental health professional and your expertise in your own life. I firmly believe there is hope for a way forward, and that we can find it together. I value your personal beliefs and their influence on your life experiences, coping and development of meaning. A faith-based approach is available for those who wish it, but only at your request.