Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Winter Park, FL

Imagine waking up with energy. You didn’t struggle to fall asleep. You didn’t wake up throughout the night. You didn’t have nightmares. You got through the night without flashbacks, without going over and over the past in your mind. You’d wake up and get out of bed. And because you didn’t feel like you ran a marathon overnight, you’d greet the day with peace and contentment… Even excitement for all the things you can accomplish, since you aren’t weighed down by exhaustion, anxiety, or depression. You wouldn’t be so worried about all the potential triggers… All of the things you could come across in a day that could bring you right

I collaborate with clients to increase self-esteem and a sense of agency by addressing and healing trauma and adverse childhood experiences and improving emotional expression and coping skills.

Seeking counseling and choosing a counselor can both be difficult decisions. Chances are, there has been something in your life, or the life of a loved one, that has hurt bad enough or long enough for you to start to look for answers, help, or change. My favorite part about helping people through their journey is giving them the skills, knowledge, and insight needed to continue growth and improvement throughout their life after they've decided they no longer need my help to do it.

I find it an honor to work with clients who are walking through grief and loss who desire to let someone be with them in the hard times. I also welcome clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, marital issues, burnout, spiritual issues, trauma , or are just trying to overcome life obstacles. If you are looking to shine light on areas that have seemed dark, please reach out and let me hear your story and help you walk through whatever you are facing.

It’s a fact of life that we all struggle in one way or another: feeling stuck or as if life has been turned upside down. Maybe, feeling confused and afraid about the future. Overwhelmed with feelings of shame, loneliness and hopelessness. You wonder: Do I stay or leave this relationship? Where do I go from here? Perhaps, your childhood was lost to sexual abuse and you ponder if it's worth facing the pain. Depression, anxiety, trauma , grief and loss, divorce, relationship issues, infidelity, and life transitions are really holding you back. You want more from life. You want to regain a sense of purpose and peace but it seems elusive.

I consider mental health counseling a profession in which my clients come to me because they feel stuck and want to change. Further, I believe that many people believe that change is too difficult, too painful, or simply not possible. In other words, stuck! My role as a counselor is to clarify the issues that create the muck that holds my clients back from healing, growth, and thriving. I help them discover that their lives will not get better by chance, but by change. I believe that the road to healing involves pursing change.

Theresa is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. She is trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy for Trauma , Exposure therapy, Social Skills Training, Trauma -Focused CBT, Modular Approach to Therapy with Children with anxiety, depression, conduct, and trauma (MATCH-ADTC), Gottman couples therapy, and Parenting. Theresa is passionate about being a skilled helper, and aiding people in developing their best self and improving their quality of life.

We specialize in helping children, teens, adults, couples, & families overcome trauma (including PTSD , grief/loss, victim/witness recovery); anxiety (including OCD, panic, phobias); depression; self-harm; educational & homeschool challenges; neurodevelopmental disorders (including ADD/ADHD, Asperger's/ASD); pre-marital & marital counseling; sexual & intimacy issues; pregnancy-related challenges; medical diagnoses (including debilitating, chronic, terminal illnesses); separation/single parenting/co-parenting challenges; divorce recovery; blended family challenges; legal stressors; eldercare stressors; & life adjustments.

Specialist for pre-teens, teens, adults, couples, & families in the areas of Trauma , Anxiety, Grief/Loss, Adjustments, Navigating Legal Stressors, Navigating Stressors of Chronic Medical Issues, & Neurodevelopmental Disorders (ADD/ADHD, Asperger's/Autism, etc.). Licensed Mental Health Counselor Supervisor and Certified DBT Therapist. Open Monday - Thursday from 8 AM to 6 PM.

Couples come to see me because they feel discouraged, sad, angry, frustrated, afraid, and even hopeless. They want to experience a relationship where there is trust, and intimacy. They want to be friends. they want to laugh, play, and experience the good and bad together, as a team.

Hey there, I am Diane! Congratulations on taking the first step to bettering your overall well-being. I know it was not easy to get here, and you should pat yourself on the back for having the courage and willingness to make a change. Whether it is depression, anxiety, adverse childhood experiences, grief, domestic violence, addiction, relational issues, drug abuse, alcohol use, family conflict, trauma & PTSD , or something else... I can provide a safe and non-judgmental space to unload your worries and assist you with finding solutions. Your past wounds no longer have to define who you are as a person or your reactions to the world.

Saundra is a clinically licensed mental health counselor with 23 years of experience of assessing, diagnosing, and treating children, adolescents, adults and families. She is experienced with using cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, client-centered therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma -informed therapy, grief therapy and strength-based therapy and other treatment modalities. Christian Counseling is available upon request. Throughout the process of therapeutic engagement and collaboration, the client’s treatment goals are identified and a unique and personalized treatment plan is developed.

I specialize in working with individuals struggling with healing from traumatic/abusive experiences, those who have a poor/disconnected relationship with themselves, and people who want to learn to significantly decrease symptoms of anxiety. I am especially passionate about guiding people through family-of-origin trauma , guilt, shame, and self-criticism.

Hello! My name is Jennifer Perez and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I earned my Master's degree in Clinical Counseling and Psychology in 2018 from Troy University. I began my counseling career within community counseling working with individuals of all ages. Making the decision to see a therapist is hard and often confusing. Maybe you have started to question your own strength, wondering why you are finding it difficult to solve your problems now. You are not alone. I can help you rediscover your strengths to overcome your challenges.

No matter what stage you've reached or how overwhelmed you might feel, it's never too late to find a sense of peace and joy. Life can be messy and you cannot change your past, but I believe you can find hope for a better future. I’d love to come alongside you through whatever challenges you are facing and help you live life to the fullest.