Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Bayside, Miami, FL

I specialize in Rumination-Focused ERP for OCD. This approach to ERP focuses on treating compulsive rumination, and provides a highly systematic yet gentler approach to exposure therapy. RF-ERP can be helpful to patients who have not made significant progress in other types of treatment, including individuals with Pure O or Sensorimotor OCD.

Obsessing again? You try to not think about the obsession, yet you are doing it again. It’s exhausting to live like this. You try so hard to fight against your obsession and compulsions, but it’s impossible. Every moment you don’t give in feels like torture, and there’s only one way to get relief. Your friends and family don’t understand what you’re going through. How could you possibly explain your routine of intricately choreographed quirks or disturbing thoughts to someone when you don’t really get why you’re doing it yourself? You feel helpless to make any change.

Throughout our journey in life, we frequently come across emotional and behavioral hurdles. These obstacles not only affect us individually but can also have repercussions on our family, work, and overall life dynamics. Various factors contribute to the development of emotional and psychological difficulties. These include conditions such as anxiety and mood disorders, struggles with anger, depression, issues with adapting to new situations, and the mounting pressures we face. The exciting part is that there exists a wealth of evidence-based techniques and approaches to help us conquer these obstacles and flourish.

Dear Reader, depression, anxiety and trauma are my primary areas of work. I utilize a unique combination of modalities to address the cognitive, emotional, spiritual, and physical components of wellness. My work combines CBT, EMDR, Polyvagal Therapy with mindfulness and other cognitive-based approaches to help my clients move through their traumas and grow into the people they want to be. My clients come to me from all walks of life with a common goal: to reclaim their lives from the wounds of their past and to establish a new relationship with their personal story.

The hardest part about therapy is finding a therapist. My goal is to make this process as easy as possible. As the only multi-licensed counselor in the state of Florida that speaks five languages fluently including English.Spanish, French, Italian and German, I understand that everyone is different, yet goes through similar issues. I have experience working with adults, couples, adolescents with problems including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma,intimacy issues, LGBT related issues, behavioral issues, post-traumatic stress disorder and couple therapy including sexual issues. I am a Board Certified Sex Therapist, Certified Trauma Professional and EMDR specialist.

Immediate Openings are Available! At East Coast Mental Wellness we take pride in making sure you are receiving the right care and treatment. We try our best to accommodate every need of our clients and offer a safe and comfortable environment. Telehealth and in-person sessions are based upon client interest and clinician availability.

MIAMI PSYCHOLOGY GROUP : "I believe the bond that is developed between the therapist and client is essential for change and is based on respect and positive regard. If you are ready to change, I would consider it an honor to help you reach your goals. I believe in building on your strengths and in helping you find the tools necessary to reach a more fulfilling life and tackle the problems you may be facing. If you need someone to listen to you, I can be there for you. Talking about concerns can be empowering and healing." Dr. Elsa M. Orlandini

I am a Senior Associate Therapist at Dr. McCurdy-McKinnon & Associates: Eating Disorders Clinic (licensed in CA and FL). I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders from a person-first, strengths-based perspective. With >10 years in social services, I have a wealth of experiences that contribute to my work as a clinician. I have specialize in eating disorders and have worked at some of the most prominent clinics in the Los Angeles area. I take a values-based approach to help clients guide themselves towards a life that is free from cognitive dissonance and true to one's authentic self.

Anxiety, Depression, Stress, & Relationships can be exhausting, especially if you have low Self-esteem, Attachment injuries, or experienced Neglect, or Trauma. It's hard being human. Our developmental history, relational patterns, brain hardwiring, thinking patterns, emotional states, & personality traits affect how we function in ALL aspects of life. If you are here right now, then you may be struggling. Maybe you feel like things are never going to change. However, that is just your mind playing tricks on you. You are stronger and more resilient than you think. Promise. Let's begin to create the life you want to live today.

Seeking counseling is a sign of strength. If you feel stuck in a phase of life, after trying enough to steer clear form family conflicts, feelings worthlessness, guilt, addiction, compulsiveness, anxiety, worries, fears, depression; fears to speak in public, trauma with intrusive memories, lack of happiness poor sleep, bullying or a developmental conditions. If any of these issues are starting to get in the way of your life, then let's share the strength to find a solution. Get your life back. Life is still way too precious to procrastinate.

I work in a way that emphasizes a deep understanding of oneself. Therapy is a place that gives you the freedom to think and feel. Your thoughts and feelings will be explored in a safe and empathetic manner. You will gain a greater understanding of your inner self and the filters through which you perceive people around you and the world. You will also comprehend why you think and act the way you do. Maladaptive patterns will be identified; change can then occur. I've been in practice with adults, couples, adolescents, and children as a registered mental health intern.

Are you holding back from being your best self? Pause, take a step back, and breathe. We are in this together. I have made it my specialty to help people overcome life difficulties by creating a journey that focuses on healing through self-awareness​, trust, and communication. I help provide people with the necessary tools to move forward, regardless of any diagnosis.