Aetna Therapists in Wilton Manors, FL

Are you struggling with loss? Are you struggling with chronic illness or pain? Are you a caregiver for a family member? Is depression or anxiety overwhelming you? Seeking therapy can be hard, but by doing so, you have already taken the first step towards healing. Chances are that circumstances happening in your life may have forever changed you. You may be struggling to figure out how to move forward. Although you may not be able to change your circumstances, I believe that you can learn ways to cope, and have a full and abundant life. I would be honored to help you on your healing path.

Do you feel out of sorts, or do you feel like things are not the way that you would like them to be. If so, together, you and I will figure your ideal life, and we can also explore the necessary journey that you will need to take to get there. It would be my pleasure to be a catalyst in helping you explore different routes that you can to get to a place where you feel fulfilled. In my practice, I specialize in the following areas, LGBTQ issues, relationship struggles, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, and the impact is past experience, previous relationships, and the parent child relationship.

Congratulations on taking a step toward personal growth! Asking for help can be so hard, so please know that this demonstrates significant strength. Life can be wonderful and beautiful, but we all go through pain at some point. From my own personal journey, I have come to embrace the truth that every obstacle is an opportunity to grow mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. I function with an unwavering belief at the core of my practice: Change happens....the only true barrier to change is ourselves. Over the past decade, I've helped clients work through a wide spectrum of problems.

Self-exploration is both, the scariest, and most rewarding journey you can embark upon. My studies in mind, body, spirit and nature have prepared me to provide counseling to those who seek to find their authentic selves. My 15+ years of experience have led me to work with a very wide range of clients in all age groups, and with all kinds of needs. I'd be happy to help you on your journey.

Congratulations on making the decision to heal! So now what? We know how difficult and overwhelming it can be to find the right therapist. This is why we carefully cultivated our team to ensure that each client is matched with a therapist that specializes in the area of need and therapeutic style that will maximize each client's potential to heal. At RSL counseling, we pride ourselves on providing high quality, deeply individualized counseling services to our clients.

James brings an eclectic mix and a systemic relational perspective in a style of therapy that he has created called systemic relational recovery therapy. He earned his Master;s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Nova Southeastern University and is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Additionally, James is a Certified Addiction Professional and a Transgender Care Therapist. James is a hypnotherapist and has studied under Dr. Douglas Flemons. James has studied under many pioneers of family therapy including but not limited to Dr. Salvador Minuchin, co-founder of structural family therapy.

As a trauma-informed (PCTI) therapist, I am heavily influenced by Viktor Frankl, a Nazi Concentration Camp Survivor, psychiatrist, and founder of Logotherapy. Logotherapy is anchored in the belief that a person’s primary motivational force is to find a sense of meaning or purpose in one's life—but the lack thereof, leaves the individual experiencing meaninglessness and may spiral downward into anxiety, depression, substance use, PTSD, and other mental health issues. With 12 years of experience and certifications in various modalities, together, our work will refocus you and your life and invigorate it with purpose and meaning.

Looking for an affirming therapist who offers culturally competent therapy for members of LGBTQ+ and other vulnerable communities? Need a trusted support to provide a safe, non-judgmental, and confidential space to talk openly? I am here for you. The mantra informing my approach to therapy is: “You are the expert of your own life!” Beyond talking about feelings, we will draw on evidence-based treatment methods and your own strength, resilience, and perseverance to facilitate lasting change.

I strongly believe that every individual should be treated with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. It takes strength to seek change in your life and therapy is a good starting point. If you are ready to take that step,

Seeking therapy can be difficult, and being here tells me you desire change. Change can be resolving a problem, addressing symptoms or seeking something more. I work as a partner with you to facilitate meaningful life changes. Through innovative and dynamic approaches you will go on a journey into your self, embracing what you can become. We will address fears and barriers that have been holding you back. I have a vast array of clinical knowledge and specialize in areas of depression, LGB issues, transgender issues, chronic illnesses, domestic violence and survivors of trauma.

Our lived experiences often shape our meaning and understanding of our world and sometimes those experinces bring us internal and relational difficulties. Clouding us from knowing our own skills and confidence to lead our most fulfilling life with a sense of empowerment and authenticity. I believe neither our circumstances or experiences define who we are and when our stories no longer match our sense of self we can feel a multitude of emotions and unsure of where to turn for support. Developing a space to feel heard, seen and supported is where others can find the strength to re-create their lives.

Seeking the help of a therapist is a very courageous step! Whether you're struggling with a particular issue or just can't shake the feeling that there should be more to life, I’m confident that I can help. The primary focus of my practice has been in addictions and co-occurring conditions working both with adolescents and adults; helping to manage all that accompanies a substance-related or addictive disorder. However I have worked with diverse populations and issues and am accustomed to working with clients in individual, family and group settings. I have helped clients like you successfully address a wide variety of issues.

Are you looking for support in feeling better? Maybe you're struggling with symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, or something else. Maybe challenging situations or past events have become overwhelming for you. Or maybe something just feels “off”, and you're not sure where to start. Whatever it is that brings you here; it doesn't always have to be that way. Seeking support is a big, wonderful, and often-times intimidating, first step towards changing that. If you’re looking to get relief from bothersome symptoms or behaviors, to improve your coping, or you're simply looking to feel better; let's talk.

I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) licensed psychotherapist in Private practice in the Wilton Manors/Fort Lauderdale area. I work with a diverse population with emphasis on mood disorders: PTSD, Major Depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, LGBTQ services, Men Issues, and Substance Abuse. I am also SMART recovery certified and use it on my treatment modalities.

It is estimated that LGBTQ+ individuals comprise ten percent of the global population. While may issues that our community faces are similar to what others in the general population face, others are very unique to our own LGBTQ+ culture. They are often best viewed, and treated within an LGBTQ+ culturally sensitive framework, and by practitioners who are well-versed, and competent in LGBTQ+ specific issues. Do you suffer from anxiety and depression, or gender dysphoria/transition related issues? Let me help you today. Please email to set up an initial intake appointment.

Needing to make a big change? Stuck in a job, relationship, or routine? Wanting to “turn the page” and create a new chapter in life but don’t know how to begin? It happens to all of us and there's something we can do. It's called "mental fitness." Just like physical fitness trains our bodies, mental fitness trains our brains to help us respond to life's challenges with a positive mindset to improve performance, lower stress, and build healthy relationships.

No one is overtly taught how to be in a marriage, be part of a family or how to juggle life. My goal is to assist people, couples, and families in their challenges (past and present) to reach their desired goals.

Being Stuck is Your opportunity to grow. Whether this shows up in your life as an addiction, your relationship with your spouse, partner, child, career or finances,it is just the surface. There are patterns in our lives that replay over and over again in realtionships, habits or suffering of some kind. Their existence has one purpose. That purpose is to realize our ability to heal ourselves.

Is your home life stressful? Has the arguing with your partner, children, or relatives made being at home seem painful, even unbearable? Does your workplace make you feel like running away? Constant tension at home and/or at work will only worsen the numerous personal and environmental stressors that we all face daily. Regardless of whom you live or work with, a comfortable and stress-free environment depends on effective communication, mutual understanding, and successful negotiation. As an experienced systemic therapist, I can offer a "third party" perspective which is often needed to facilitate conflict resolution.