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You have been struggling for a while now. “Oh if we can get through this week/month/season, things will get better”, you think. But if nothing improves, it may be time to book a session to organize your thoughts. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I enjoy seeing couples and families as a system, with each person moving both independently and together to form cohesion. As a licensed Mental Health Counselor, I can also help you individually find the coping skills and tools to allow your autonomous self to achieve the optimal health and wellness you want and deserve.

My name is Stacey Lester and i'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida. In my 20 years of experience in mental health counseling, i have helped a number of individuals, young and old to work through several situations from divorce, abuse, tragedies, and normal stress from day to day life. I focus on the individual and what is best depending on their situation and work on techniques and skills that would most benefit them through the counseling process.

I have a 20+ year background in providing counseling and psychotherapeutic services to integrated behavioral health patients of all ages, from the chronically mentally ill, self-esteem problems, relationship problems, spirituality concerns, identity issues, those who suffer from terminal medical illnesses, in addition to those battling severe chemical dependency problems. I also have experience in providing therapy for inmates as well, and I'm currently attending medical courses to develop learning along the the biochemical spectrum of clinical disorders for future psychiatric practice.

When you or your relationship are suffering, it can feel impossible to create lasting change. Throw stressors of big decisions, work, family or past/present trauma into the mix and it’s no wonder we feel lost at times. I want to join you right in the middle of your greatest struggle. In your time with me, you’ll find the empathetic guidance needed to process unheard pain and sort out misunderstood anger. Together we can transform damaging patterns within yourself or relationship into connection and confidence. We start where you are, doubts and questions included, and discover how your steps toward positive change will continue.

Hi, I have been in the Mental Health field for over 30 years and have been counseling for over 12 years. I am very passionate about encouraging individuals through their own, unique journey of healing. Life is full of ups and downs and we all experience some degree of hardship and disappointment. Yet, there are times the hurt can become so intense it forces us to need extra support and guidance! I believe the counseling relationship should be built on trust, acceptance, respect and genuine concern. There is always hope and I am here to help you find it. You are worth it!

Reaching out for professional help is often a difficult step for most people to take. Making the needed changes in your life can be even harder without the right support. Finding a provider who cares, understands, and is there to help you when you need it most, is essential. I am a licensed psychologist dedicated to creating a non-judgmental, warm, and empathic environment, wherein positive life changes can be achieved. I take a patient-centered approach, attempting to understand your unique experiences and preferences. I offer individual, couples, and family psychotherapy, for adolescents, adults and geriatric populations.

My passion and love for my profession is to help my clients understand and have faith in their strengths, so they have the best chance of finding solutions to their problems. I provide a warm, confidential and safe place for discovering specific solutions that lead to healthy change. I love what I do and want to share my professionalisim with you for a meaningful and theraputic experience. I have 37 years of clinical experience working with adults, children and adolescents. I specialize in trauma recovery, anxiety disorders and depression, utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy and mindfulness.

**Free 30-min Video Consultation** Being in the circus taught me that juggling too many balls in the air can lead to feeling like you're always picking up the pieces rather than enjoying the show. While our emotions float up and down, we start applying binary labels of "good" (happy) and "bad" (anger, sadness, anxiety) that our systems (e.g., US Society, Family, Culture) has assigned. Improve self-awareness of our emotions, thoughts, and the stories we tell ourselves about our worth internally, with others, and in the world. Change the Narrative you've internalized through identifying, observing, respecting, and accepting emotions.

Life, relationships, and making ends meet can be difficult even under the best of circumstances and we may find ourselves in situations in where our determination, knowledge and experience are not enough to create change. - this is a normal part of life. When we find ourselves in these types of situations, counseling can help to provide a safe and confidential environment where individuals and families can examine their perspective and find a solution to their problems.

Welcome! Clients often come to the first session curious about the process of therapy, anxious to understand how we will approach their struggles, and wondering if they will ever feel better. Therapy offers a unique place to focus and work through difficult thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and relationships. I wish for clients to anticipate sessions with confidence, knowing we will use the time effectively. My aim is for you to graduate from quality therapy feeling motivated, insightful, equipped, and resilient. That said, if life brings new challenges, clients are always welcomed to return for support!

Emotional pain can sometimes feel worse than any physical pain you have experienced. It can stem from anxiety, depression, anger, conflict in relationships, past trauma, diminished self-esteem, adjustment related concerns, or other current situations impeding on your ability to function as your best self.

I enjoy helping people become the best version of themselves. My passion is working with student athletes, past and present, male or female. Athletes experience depression, anxiety, guilt, shame, stress, and pre-existing mental health conditions . Getting the help they need can help enhance their overall well-being and quality of life which could also help their performance in their respective sport. Some issues affecting student athletes are performance and perfectionism, burnout, meeting high expectations, fear of injury, returning from injury, pressure to go professional, performance anxiety, family problems, and team conflicts.

Sometimes we find ourselves at a place where we need to start afresh. Each day presents an opportunity to be “reborn.” I will help you create a plan that is right for you and the journey you are on. Your life should reflect the dreams, visions, goals and aspirations you desire. I will help you work through and process life’s unexpected and unplanned challenges.

Life isn’t always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of life’s more challenging problems. At our practice, our therapists have 50+ years of combined experience. We are experts in what we do and seek to serve our patients with the highest quality of care and the most advanced therapeutic techniques. We use a variety of approaches to treat a wide range of disorders and issues. We specialize in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness Based Interventions, Behavioral Activation, and have a Patient-Centered approach.