Therapists in Clearwater, FL

Rewire your brain; reclaim your life! Trauma and/or relational abuse can drive anyone to break down or act out. There is a way to find healing that does not involve pharmaceuticals or a deficit-based diagnosis. Dr. Ileana is poised to support and enhance your unique path of self-directed healing. She helps clients overcome fears and reclaim desires, specializing in mind-body-spirit alignment and psychological integration. (Spanish: La clave de la salud mental es el apoyo y la comprension. Existen soluciones que no implican el uso de drogas psiquiatricas. Por favor, llama a la Dra. Ileana por una consulta gratuita para saber mas.)

We use to have hard times whenever faced by difficulties that challenge our ego. Most of the time, we tend to avoid coping with these challenges, or we do deal with them in destructive ways, mainly because of not having learned more assertive functional ways to take care of ourselves, relationships and circumstances in life. My approach is focused on promoting your insight about why you think, feel and react the ways you do, supporting you to take advantage of your own potentials, improve skills and guiding you on taking good care of your core needs and expectations.

My intention is to guide you in moving through your fears to the life you want to live. Our anxieties are a sign of what is important to us. All you need to start is show up! I practice Solution Focused Brief Therapy, a strengths based approach highlighting and continuing what is already working for and utilizing resources you may have yet to discover. Utilizing my years of experience working with individuals with OCD, depression, anxiety, and substance use issues will bring hope and healing. You can leave with a plan of action and the tools needed to thrive.

I will provide you with the necessary coping skills in order to explore new possibilities and ways of experiencing life with a sense of increased confidence. My therapeutic approach is collaborative and eclectic. Among other techniques, I am efficient in utilizing CBT for re-framing and the formation of immediate coping skills to provide quick relief. Therapy is a journey of discovery, healing and personal growth that enables you to cope with difficult relationships, past trauma, depression, anxiety, health issues and life stressors. My skills will be utilized to address your immediate concerns and enable you to forge forward.

EVERYTHING that happened to you, has happened for you! EVERYTHING you have been through will help you get through! Do you feel weighed down from life stressors? Have you lost your sense of identity or have a low sense of self-worth? Do you have difficulties communicating and sustaining meaningful relationships? Do you feel lost and confused about who you are? Do you keep making poor decisions that result in the same mistakes again and again? Are you in need of a guiding light to help you rediscover who you are? Together we will work on identifying positive coping skills that will lead you toward HARMONY and BALANCE in your life.

Are you looking for a safe and supportive environment where you are encouraged to explore new connections between the source of your suffering, your current difficulties and possible solutions? Making a proactive step to begin or return to counseling is an opportunity for personal growth and genuine life-change. The counseling process can help you move from feeling "stuck" to experiencing freedom, purpose, and balance in your life.

Talking to a complete stranger about your inner most problems is scary. It can feel intimidating and overwhelming. Together, we will address what has been holding you back from feeling your greatest. We will address your goals, struggles, setbacks, and challenges. We will empower and equip you with tools you need to be successful in your journey towards healing. We work from an empathetic and solutions focused approach. Here at ClearPath Health LLC, we are dedicated to providing you quality and service. We look forward to serving you and your family.

Are you experiencing feelings of anxiety, depression or overwhelmed by life? Is past trauma impacting you or maybe you've experienced a loss or family conflict? It can be difficult to manage these feelings, but you don't have to face them alone. Talking to someone may be the first step in your journey to help you heal. We can work together to help uncover your own strengths and find your natural coping skills. You will be able to meet life's challenges, and feel healthy and at peace.

As a trained clinical therapist with years of practice and supervision, my approach has a Person Centered focus based on an individual‘s unique characteristics, goals and principles. I can help people effectively manage difficulties in life and most mental health issues. I firmly believe that everyone is able to change if they want to change. We all go through times during life when we feel stuck or not sure of what we want and that’s okay. With the proper guidance and support therapy can help you make many changes, face any challenges you have and empower you to make what you want for yourself and your life.

My clients may be grappling with a range of issues, such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, or navigating life transitions. They might be seeking guidance and support in overcoming past traumas, managing stress, or coping with grief and loss. Whatever their specific struggles, my goal is to provide them with the tools, insights, and empowerment they need to navigate their challenges and find healing. Ultimately, my clients seek therapy because they have a genuine desire for personal growth and transformation. They understand that therapy can serve as a catalyst for positive change.

The human experience is not void of struggle. And while this is true for all of us at some point, it’s no longer necessary to move through challenging seasons alone. Reaching out for support is a great first step toward a healthier and happier future.

As a therapist emphasizing both mental and physical well-being, my objective is to collaborate with you to help you understand and navigate the obstacles you encounter in life. I have a degree in Exercise and Sports Sciences from the University of Florida and a Masters in Clinical Social Work from Florida International University. I am trained as a Yoga Therapy Teacher and Children's Yoga Teacher, integrating these practices with clients open to the approach. Certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), I blend evidence-based modalities like CBT and mindfulness skills to create personalized treatment.

I help people whose unresolved trauma has turned into anxiety, depression, fear of living, and avoidance, just to name a few. These symptoms take over at the worst possible moments, therefore, finding it debilitating and are in need of help to decrease these symptoms, and find fulfillment in their lives. I treat couples in marriage counseling who might have grown apart, have infidelity/online love romances, or communication problems. I ask you to question, "What if life with your partner could be as exciting as it was when you first got together?” If you want to find out, give me a call.

"I don’t need therapy." Sound familiar? What if I told you that therapy is for everybody, at any stage in life? Because, let’s face it - life can be hard, complicated, confusing, and messy. And you’re only human! You make mistakes and don’t have it all together. You may feel anxious, stuck, or overwhelmed. Your relationships may be strained, and perhaps you're feeling disconnected from your loved ones…or even yourself. Sometimes trying the best you can doesn’t feel like enough.

I appreciate you reaching out. Dealing with Anxiety, Trauma, Depression, Relationships, Substance Abuse, Anger, Stress, Eco-Anxiety, Insomnia, Pain? Finding Direction? Career Path? Whatever the issue, a professional counselor can help. Counseling fills an important role in your life. Having a non-judgmental, mindful perspective & highly skilled assistance is empowering and life enhancing. With the right counselor you have a safe place to tell your story, find healing, and grow. Get caring & experienced support for being your Self - from the very first visit. Contact me and we'll talk about how I can help with your therapy needs.

As a LCSW and Qualified Supervisor, I focus on meeting with clients who suffer from trauma, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and mood disorders. I also help those who just need someone to talk too about life stressors and life decisions. I utilize a multitude of therapeutic techniques such as CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), Solution Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. Together we will reframe negative thoughts into positive ones,learn skills to overcome intrusive thoughts, and learn how to focus on your strengths. Healing Thoughts Counseling also now offers emotional support animal evaluations and letters.

Greetings! Thank you for viewing my profile. Regarding my experience and education, I received a Master's degree with a specialization in mental health counseling in 2008. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Florida Tele-Health approved provider, National Certified Counselor, and Master Addiction Counselor. I have worked with children, adolescents and adults in many different capacities over the last 19 years. To schedule an appointment and to inquire about your insurance benefits, please visit www.brianleelong.com.

Helping You Build Your Ideal Life! There are times when you may encounter challenges that are too difficult to resolve on your own. As a counselor I am able to provide another perspective, helping you identify underlying issues that may be creating problems for you. I will help you by: identifying goals and potential solutions to problems, improving communication and coping skills, strengthening self esteem, and promoting behavioral change. You will learn effective ways to deal with problems by building upon your personal strengths.

Manage overwhelm and lack of motivation. Understand how your past experiences have affected you, while gaining the strength to move forward and reach your personal goals. Finally deal with that past trauma. Improve coping with neurodivergence in the modern world. Anti-ism and anti-phobia work is welcome here. Respond to others the way you would like to respond. I can help you discover and build on your strengths, and improve your skills for managing your life. Adults and teens welcome. Therapists looking for collaboration for EMDR work only may also refer clients to me for EMDR.