Motivational Interviewing Therapists in 33710

I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. My ideal client is focused on personal growth and healing. If you feel stressed, anxious, and scared, this is a great time to reach out and find support. If you are dealing with loss, a traumatic past, relationship issues, women's issues, or work stresses, let's work together to help you cope with life's stressors. My goal is to help you navigate challenges, make sense of your experiences, and find hope, joy, and healing.

Life is a journey and we all need to reach out for help at times. I have been helping clients for over 20 years move forward through depression, stress, anxiety, grief, adjusting to life transitions and coping with chronic illness. I understand that life gets tough and sometimes we get stuck. I provide honest and genuine counseling with true compassion for my clients. I enjoy sharing practical tools and skills to really help clients reach their goals and empower them to move forward.

Life is a journey and we all need to reach out for help at times. I have been helping clients for over 20 years move forward through depression, stress, anxiety, grief, adjusting to life transitions and coping with chronic illness. I understand that life gets tough and sometimes we get stuck. I provide honest and genuine counseling with true compassion for my clients. I have lots of positive energy and love sharing practical tools and skills to really help clients reach their goals and empower them to move forward. You've already taken the first step! Can't wait to work with you.

My ideal client struggles with insecurities, fears, has low self- esteem, and difficulties to identify his or her strengths. He or she has fears, and anxieties, and create the worst possible case scenarios in his or her inner dialogue for situations that he or she finds threatening or challenging. Also my ideal client needs to identify strategies to better manage their time. My ideal client struggles with anxieties in his or her relationship, which could lead to codependency and anxious attachment patterns.

I am passionate about helping individuals of all ages to work through life transitions, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, ADHD, emotion regulation, & more. I also work with couples and families to improve communication, further understand roles and dynamics, and foster deeper connections. I tailor my work to each client and meet the individual’s needs by “meeting them where they are at”. My goal in my approach and services is to assist clients in meeting their goals and guide them through their journey while providing them with useful tools to create a better future. I have a deep faith in the capacity of individuals to heal & grow.

I welcome a variety of clients including individuals, couples, and polyamorous relationships. I appreciate working with LGBTQ+ clients and any associated subcultures. I believe the process of counseling is a shared journey as we work towards creating and achieving your goals together. As a person-centered, solution-focused, and existential counselor, my goal is to assist you in becoming empowered on your journey towards improved well-being and personal growth.

I'm passionate about working with trauma survivors, anxiety prone individuals and those seeking to lead a more fulfilling life. If you've been feeling stuck, struggling with low self-esteem or repeating patterns that get you nowhere; then I know how to help you break free! My compassionate and collaborative approach to therapy helps empower clients to live the lives they've always wanted.

There's a crack in everything. That is how the light gets in." - L.Cohen I have a passion for working with adolescents and adults who are navigating all types of life struggles. I believe in companioning people who are trying to make sense of the uncertainties of life. I specialize in grief and loss whether that's due to death or other life losses such as relationships ending, job loss, or empty nest. My background is in medical social work including women's health, hospice, school social work, and nursing home and geriatric services.

Dr. Kristen Sturdevant specializes in dual-diagnosis, LGBT issues, trauma, mood disorders, women's issues, chronic pain, and personality disorders. Dr. Sturdevant uses a Cognitive Behavioral approach with a high emphasis on the therapeutic relationship. She uses that strong bond to provide the stability for lasting and significant change.

How do you find the right therapist for you? There are a lot of people providing counseling services and I am the person who is focused on creative problem solving. In my counseling I tend to be more directive with the use of action methods. I believe my job is to help you prioritize concerns, identify possible solutions, and facilitate change. Originally I was involved with the fine arts; I worked in medicine and danced in local modern dance companies. I have two Master of Arts degrees: therapeutic Expressive Arts and Professional Mental Health Counseling. I have extensive experience as a crisis and addictions counselor.

As a child (and now), I was gifted with sensitivity, empathy, and the ability to make others feel comfortable and understood. This innate propensity inspired curiosity in humans, suffering, and the mind/heart from a young age. However, it wasn’t until my descent into depression at the age of 20 that I decided being a therapist was my calling. Through my own therapeutic work and journey into darkness, I solidified my desire to become a therapist and bring the same healing I found to others while integrating my continued journey of seeking spiritualty and wisdom.

Are you in a place in your life where you just feel stuck or stagnant? Are you struggling with keeping up with the demands and stressors of everyday life? Perhaps there are hurts, habits, and hang-ups from your past that are getting in the way of maintaining healthy relationships and boundaries with others. Maybe it's a child struggling, or acting out in ways that you nor they understand. Life, at times, can be a bit much to manage alone. Don't lose hope! It is possible to enjoy the fullness of life and be at a place of peace, clarity, joy, and acceptance. Please allow us to help.

I work collaboratively with my clients to help them overcome the pain of past traumatic experiences. Helping my clients to develop a strong "sense of self " in turn yields a person with increased motivation and self empowerment. I truly believe that the therapeutic alliance is at the center of treatment, which fosters a safe environment for you to speak freely and genuinely while remaining open to interpretation of defense mechanisms related to past traumas. I hope to provide some insight into thought patterns, negative relationship cycles and behavioral patterns that may be affecting your self worth and relationships today.

The Costello Center's team of independent contractors are experienced professionals who work together to provide a wide variety of counseling, life coaching, medicine management, and academic excellence services. All of these individuals work with The Costello Center not as employees, but as independent contractors working together to fulfill The Costello Center mission; dedicated to Mind, Body, Spirit and Healing. As an Independent contractor affiliated with The Costello Center, I work with both individuals and families struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma-related pain, and family dysfunction.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 19 years' experience helping families and youth transform their lives for the better. My holistic approach to treatment provides a safe and empathic environment for clients to work towards improved emotional health and well being. I provide counseling to children, adults, families and couples. I am bilingual and specialize in working with gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning (GLBTQ) individuals and their families as well as child behavioral problems, depression, anxiety, stress management and relationship challenges. I offer caring, competent therapy services to meet the goals you have for your life.

I believe that every person deserves the opportunity to heal and live a life full of meaning and purpose. I trust deeply in the capacity for people to make incredible change and growth in their lives and it is my passion to help facilitate this process for you. I work holistically to help you to restore the mind, body, and spirit connection. My approach is person-centered and humanistic and my presence is warm, engaging and compassionate.

Dr. Walsh has been caring for infants, children, adolescents, young adults, and families for more than a decade. Creating nurturing environments for kids to thrive involves both science and art and is increasingly difficult in today's evolving landscape of academic, social, and technological pressures experienced by both kids and caregivers alike. I aim to provide state-of-the-science psychological evaluation and deliver individualized treatment to promote psychosocial, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral well-being. Please note: Contacting Dr. Walsh does not establish a therapist-patient relationship. If this is an emergency, call 911 or go to the emergency room.

Life is full of twists & turns. Seeking support and sharing your story is brave. We are all doing the best we can with the tools we have. Sometimes we just need more tools! We will work together to understand the source of specific emotional and behavioral patterns, identify and question negative thoughts and to learn new skills. Clients have described me as having a gift of meeting you where you are at while also challenging you to meet your goals. With the right tools and a different approach I guarantee a more balanced and peaceful outlook on any situation!

My passion is working with clients who have sexual compulsive issues, sexual addictions, internet pornography, and their partners including partners of those who offend sexually. I provide a non judgmental, confidential, and safe environment for clients to explore the areas of their lives where they may struggle. I also specialize in working with clients who have substance abuse issues, dual diagnosis, depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, relationship concerns and codependency. I also assist clients with chronic pain and tinnitus. I am actively licensed in Florida, New York, and Tennessee and serve clients in those states.