Therapists in Florida

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.

In this fast paced world it has become increasingly difficult to set time aside for oneself. My practice allows for this in that I am solely a video conferencing practice. From your office, home, dorm room or wherever you find comfort, I am available to help. You no longer need to fight time, traffic or use your sick/personal time in order to see a therapist. I have over 35 years of expertise in treating OCD. I utilize Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). ERP works very well via telehealth. I am a professional member of the Obsessive Compulsive Foundation and have been trained to treat OCD through their BTTI.

Did you know a sense of urgency, intrusive thoughts, "perfectionism" can be signs of an anxiety disorder? Most anxiety disorders come from the need to control, the need to know, or the inability to let go. I consistently work with young adults that are going through a number of life's changes while struggling to maintain adequate self-care routines and positive thinking. My speciality is with anxiety disorders such as Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, social anxiety and phobias. If this sounds like a good fit for you, then let's work together to overcome anxiety and start living a more peaceful life.

For over 35 years,I have been helping adolescents ,adults and families. I realize that knowing you need help is not the same as knowing what kind of help you need.My role is to facilitate that process with you; to provide the guidance, support and collaboration that will help us to identify how you can most effectively reach your personal goals and improve your quality of life.As we move through that process, you can rely on me to be honest, forthright and compassionate; to work with you, side by side, as you face the challenges ahead.

Imagine what life would be like if you weren't bothered by OCD. NOCD is here to help you regain peace of mind. NOCD is a digital health company that’s focused on effectively treating people with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Inside the NOCD mobile app, you can work with one of our licensed mental health therapists with specialty training in OCD. When your therapist isn’t available, access support communities and therapeutic tools - so that you are never alone. NOCD’s protocol has been proven to reduce OCD severity by 40% in less than 10 weeks.

I'm licensed in New York, California, and Florida and have over the 30 years of experience in the field of social work and mental health. My private practice is based on three principles which are building rapport, trust, and chemistry. Together we identify cognitive distortions and maladaptive behaviors and employ behavioral strategies to achieve the goal of greater peace of mind. I have a solution based approach to help you feel better and make progress in your personal journey. We will work on building a trusting environment and a safe place where you can share your story. I look forward to working with you to improve your life.

I have extensive experience serving children with special needs including autism, ADHD, and OCD. Services are available for an array of behavioral challenges and academic supports, and can be provided in homes, online, office, schools and childcare centers. My specialties include behavior therapy, verbal behavior speech therapy, social-emotional development, social skills training, problematic challenging behaviors, and daily living skills, including feeding therapy and potty training. In addition, I provide consultation and supervision services for families, professionals and agencies.

Our mission is to restore hope, promote well-being, and cultivate harmony in the lives of our patients. In the dynamic landscape of today's society, characterized by daily stress and constant challenges, we recognize the crucial demand for a tranquil and stable environment.

I have been treating individuals,couples and families for over 25yrs. I work specifically with troubled teens, difficult marriages or relationships as well as painful issues such as depression, anxiety,anger,abuse,codependency,OCD,dissociative problems,ADHD,PTSD and spiritual confusion. My approach is very positive, affirming and designed to address the individuals personality accepting them where they are, with the goal of achieving what they desire. I use a combination of cognitive restructuring,behavioral changes, emotional healing and spiritual renewal if one so desires. I am able to connect well with most of my clients helping them feel comfortable.

We are a team of caring & knowledgeable mental health professionals with extensive experience in the diagnosis & treatment of many psychiatric disorders. Maria Lozano, MD, board certified psychiatrist, has been practicing in Central Florida since 1988. She provides medication management services to adolescents & adults for a variety of conditions including depression, anxiety, OCD, mood disorders (Bipolar) & ADD/ADHD. Dania Penedo, LMHC is bilingual (English & Spanish) with 25+ years experience; specialties include mood & anxiety disorders, personality disorders, women's issues & relationship counseling.

Hello.....Have you experienced a change in your life lately that has left you feeling anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed? You are not alone. I am here to help you. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida, and I have 20 years of experience in the counseling field, with 11 of those years working at the Clinical Master's level. I have worked with individuals of all age groups, providing individual, family, and group counseling services.

I work exclusively with children aging 18 months to 18 years. I have been treating children in private practice for over 21 years. I treat ADHD, ADD, Anxiety, Asperger's Syndrome, Depression, Grief/Loss due to death, separation/divorce or deployment, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), verbal, physical, sexual abuse, and neglect. I have extensive training and experience in treating children of separating & divorcing parents. I work with divorcing parents and their children in the Collaborative Divorce process. I provide them with insight and the tools to make the process go as smoothly as possible.

Paul Modesto is a Licensed Psychologist and a Marriage and Family Therapist. Dr. Modesto is also a certified Reality Therapist and Parent Effectiveness Training instructor. His areas of expertise include the treatment of anxiety and depression, phobias, stress management, anger management, weight management, marital couple counseling, ADHD, and management of OCD. Dr. Modesto conducts psychological-diagnostic evaluations of I.Q., academic difficulties, ADHD, and for Social Security Disabilities and Emotional Support Animals.

Dr. Yolanda Gonzalez and her team tailor to the needs of each client. She works with clients who have a variety of mental health needs, treating both children and adults. Yolanda has over 10 years of experience working both in an inpatient and outpatient setting. Currently she specializes in Perinatal and Postpartum Depression, Grief Counseling and Psychoeducational and Immigration Evaluations. However, Yolanda also works with individuals suffering from a variety of other disorders such as depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and more.

Life is a balance of holding on and letting go. We all experience times in our lives when we feel a bit out of balance. Whether it's in our relationships, work life, or general well-being, balance is essential for fulfillment and happiness. Anxiety, depression, anger, conflict, stress and other self-defeating issues create imbalances. Therapy helps to restore, and many times creates, the balance that is needed in all of our lives.

Supervision offered for intern counselors. I provide both English and Spanish counseling services. My hope is to create a safe space where clients can explore distressing issues, begin the healing process, and create a sense of self-empowerment as they enter on a voyage towards self-discovery and living a more fulfilling life. From the moment individuals enter my office, I encourage them to "trust the process" as they embark upon their therapeutic journey of healing and self-discovery. I challenge my clients to view this journey with excitement and remind them through every step that there is still hope! Si todavia hay esperanza!

I believe that it is never too late to feel better and improve your quality of life. I have more than 30 years of experience working with adults and adolescents in individual, group, and family counseling, I was trained at Columbia University School of Social Work in New York. I provide tools to help significantly decrease or alleviate feelings and struggles such as depression, anxiety, anger, obsessive compulsive symptoms, relationship, family and marital problems, abuse, addiction, work related difficulties, transitional, and adjustment issues. I strive to improve coping, communication, interpersonal, conflict resolution, problem solving skills and growth.

Finding the right psychiatrist or psychologist can be a daunting task. It is because of this that AMPs philosophy is Finding your balance. What does this mean? It means we take the time to look at our patients from a holistic point of view, and realize they have a life outside the walls of our office. They are not only patients, but mothers, fathers...there are whole humans behind the names of the patients we see, and because of that we take the time to get to know you in order to find the right balance of treatment for you.

As a clinical psychologist in private practice for over 20 years, I am able to provide a range of psychological services including individual, couples and group psychotherapy to adults, teens and children. Therapeutic methods are chosen specifically for the individual and include cognitive-behavioral, goal-oriented, eclectic and play therapy strategies. I have worked extensively in the following areas: ADHD, depression, anxiety, panic, obsessive compulsive disorder, Asperger's, stress management, adoption issues, grief and interpersonal relationships.