Experiential Therapy in Haines City, FL

I am a therapist who specializes in expressive arts therapy, anxiety, LGBTQIA+ issues, and trauma. I believe that everyone has the capacity for healing, and that expressive arts therapy can be a powerful tool for accessing and processing difficult emotions. I have been working with survivors of trauma for over 5 years, and I have seen firsthand the transformative power of expressive arts therapy. When people are able to express themselves through art, music, and dance, they are able to connect with their emotions in a new way, and are able to release trauma and begin to heal.

I am a Licensed Marriage/Couples and Family Therapist. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help combat symptoms such as anxiety, depression, dysphoria, trauma & behavioral and mood disorders. I am a dedicated and passionate therapist who enjoys guiding, empowering, and educating my clients. I believe it is import to hold the feelings and trust the process of healing. I have a history serving minority populations ranging from race to gender and sexuality. My goal is to make your therapy space a welcoming and a safe environment. We are all on this journey of life and I would love to walk with you if you want me to.

WE ARE HERE TO SERVE THE COMMUNITY; Due to the National Crisis we do teletherapy as well as onsite sessions in office or out of office. We work with clients that have Anxiety, bipolar, Depression and PTSD, and behavior problems, this can be done in the office or without leaving their homes. We offer Mental Health Care directly conveniently through internet, phone or other means. Our Mission statement is: "Healing Hearts One at a Time". Our goal is to help families and individuals work on healing, forgiving, and continuing life with a different perspective. Our practice is a unique practice where we care about our clients.

Life's challenges can often leave us feeling isolated and alone, but it doesn't have to stay that way. With a client centered and integrative approach, I provide individual, couples, and family therapy to clients who are seeking to find hope and healing. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process and tailor each session to meet my client's needs and preferences, all while integrating evidence based practices to ensure that you will be able to develop the skills to overcome the challenges you are facing.

Welcome. I specialize in working with sexual addiction, betrayal trauma, and rebuilding your couple-ship following a betrayal. Although I hold a specialty in treating sexual addiction, I treat general marital, and individual issues regularly. Are you keeping sexual secrets from someone you love, or has someone you love betrayed you?. I work with infidelity, communication problems, conflict resolution, divorce, codependency, depression, anxiety,& very importantly, healing trauma. In working through any life challenge,it can be hard. I offer a safe,nuturing place to guide you on your healing journey.. CPTT and CSAT credentials.

Practicing individual, couple, and family psychotherapy for 37 years. Possess Diplomate in Clinical Social Work, a Diplomate in Clinical Sexology. Served as adjunct Faculty at the USF School of Social Work and am a Registered Supervisor for all Chapter 491 interns. Provide equine facilitated psychotherapy at TRAVERSE, Inc., a Florida nonprofit serving those who have been traumatized by abuse or loss.

Are you not where you thought you would be at this point in your life? Are your relationships not what you signed up for? Do feel outpaced by your emotions or flooded with anxiety? Do you spend way too much time with background anxiety or looping thoughts? Do you feel paralyzed to move forward? It may be time to reach out for professional counseling. I work collaboratively and compassionately in order to activate your strengths and internal resources. I work in a real world way that ignites your ability to move forward as an agent of change in your own life.

The world is changing, and so are we. Maybe this presents itself as feelings of depression, anxiety, or confusion, fear, or judgment. You may have thoughts of “giving up” or feeling “stuck” while wanting to move forward yet lacking resources do so. Life is a journey and all the tools you need are within you, maybe it’s hard to tap into them right now. There are so many things you can do to flourish in life. You can find clarity, security and confidence in yourself and develop compassion for your inner-critic, while you create healthy connections within yourself, your relationships and your life. I can assist with virtual sessions.

If you are having a difficult time adjusting to a life change you weren't expecting; maybe an injury that has resulted in chronic pain and needing to modify the way you used to do things, a relationship change, adjusting to parenthood, or dealing with the effects of a pandemic, and would just like to feel "balanced," find joy in life again, sleep peacefully, and use healthy coping skills to maintain normal daily function, then consider allowing me to work with you to figure out how to work through and overcome some of your challenges and support a transition to a more positive mindset.

Chances are that you came to my profile because you are struggling or hurting in some way and you truly desire to find the exact right person to assist you in getting some relief. I deeply believe you are not sick trying to get well but instead hurt trying to heal. Therapy is such a vulnerable, personal experience and it can be difficult determining which therapist is the right therapist for your specific needs by just looking at a profile. It is my honor to assist each unique human being on their very individualized path as I am just as passionate today as 37 years ago. You might be able to do alone but you don’t have to. Anymore.

My philosophy is that you are already whole - creative, intuitive and bright! There is nothing broken, perhaps just fuzzy, or frustrating. Have you tried traditional therapy and been dissatisfied by the lack of results? Agreed! However, there is rich territory inside of you to explore. You may have people in your life you admire - even adore. Their best qualities are already inside of you, waiting to emerge. Our work together will produce results for you quickly -out of emotional pain and moving forward with hope. I have been a coach and therapist for a long time and there is little I have not experienced. There is hope.

Ignite Community Counseling and Resource Center provides a wide range of Outpatient and In-Home Psychotherapy services to help people of all ages and ethnicities, identify and modify behaviors, learn positive coping mechanisms and find healthy outlets for expressing feelings.

**Offering TeleMental Health/Online Counseling**. Today's environment can be both physically and mentally demanding. Do you want to decrease your feelings of anxiety? Do you want to increase your overall sense of self-worth and confidence? Do you want to regain control of your life? If you are ready to commit to yourself, let's work together towards accomplishing your aspirations!

Timothy Mayer graduated from The University of Pittsburgh then earned his master’s degree in counseling psychology from Lesley University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. He has worked full time in the substance misuse and mental health field for over twenty years as a hands-on field professional, therapist, and clinical director. He was appointed by the Governor of Florida to serve on the Florida Statewide Advocacy Council. He specializes in Substance Misuse issues, and the treatment of interpersonal difficulties using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and other Third Wave Treatments.

The 'ideal client' for counseling is someone who is sick & tired of being sick & tired. They are ready for change & peace of mind and ready to see their part in problems. Through counseling and consultation, they can acquire skills to think, feel and behave differently in situations and relationships for better outcomes. Self respect, self worth and esteem get better. Clients notice they feel lighter. There is an overall increased sense of well being. They are increasingly able to do the next right thing while avoiding falling down the rabbit hole of old patterns which initially brought them into counseling.

Offering individual therapy, family therapy (including child/teen) and couples therapy. Trained and experienced in treating symptoms associated with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and other life stressors.

I have a passion for helping others rebuild and reconnect, and I especially enjoy working with couples, parents, and individuals with relationship issues. I often work with people who are feeling stuck, unhappy, or exhausted by their current situations or relationships, who want change, but don't know what to do next. I like to start therapy by building a strong therapeutic alliance; truly getting to know my client's story and validating their experience. I like to help my client recognize the role their past may be playing in their present moment, but also help them learn this does not dictate their future.

So often, our past hijacks our lives, and this is especially true when we have experienced trauma. I also know that we can feel like this may never change. There is hope. I believe we all need a safe place where we can work through our pain and hurt in the compassionate and understanding presence of another. I specialize in working with adults and adolescents. My areas of focus include trauma, depression, anxiety, identity issues, grief, couples and premarital counseling, and relational struggles. As your counselor, I am committed to you and passionate about seeing you flourish.