Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in 33146

I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who began my career volunteering in the Child Life department at Miami Children's Hospital, in 2007. It was there that I first developed a passion for helping children. I later discovered the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and loved that I could make a difference in the lives of others through the application of science. I provide ABA therapy where the behaviors are most likely to occur: in the home, at school, and in the community.

I look forward to working with individuals and families struggling with anxiety, depression, excessive worries and various other psychosocial problems. My preferred method of intervention includes the use of Cognitive Behavioral Techniques, Positive Psychology, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. I will work to help you heal and persevere towards a more fulfilling life. I draw upon over 30 years of experience working within the Criminal Justice system and years of experience working with a wide variety of mental health issues. I believe a genuine and caring therapeutic alliance is necessary to achieve positive results.

I am a counselor with experience working with a wide variety of populations ranging from young children and families to adults and couples. I provide a safe space for my clients to explore and work through their experiences while empowering them to live more authentic and fulfilling lives. My collaborative, client-centered approach aims to utilize each individual’s unique strengths as a means of achieving their goals.

Entering into a relationship with a Licensed Mental Therapist is an important decision to make. We look for someone with the hope that we can feel better and live happier, more balanced lives. I believe that my role as a licensed mental health therapist is to assist you in reconnecting with strengths that you already possess, to help you in developing new skills and techniques that empower you and meet your goals. I have been in practice for over 16 years and have helped with individuals ranging from adults to children.

It is my goal to help children, adolescents and adults learn to cope and process current stressful issues and daily life events. My areas of specialty involve mental health issues associated with depression, anxiety/fears, Bipolar disorder, tics, psychosis, personality disorders, trauma and more. I also work in the areas of poor self esteem, adjustment disorders, anger management, behavioral issues associated with divorce of parents or other life changing events. I strive to incorporate the body and mind using a holistic approach into my sessions.

Maintaining a healthy & positive mindset is very important for many of us; that is why I believe we all have the potential to achieve mental & physical wellness. In addition to my professional career as a therapist & life coach, I’m also an athlete, entrepreneur, wife, daughter, & friend, therefore, being "Mentally Fit" plays an essential role in achieving my personal goals. Motivation, confidence, self love, positive thinking, consistency, & determination are qualities that I’m passionate about & I believe that with my eclectic therapeutic style, I can guide & motivate you in achieving self-growth & overall success in life.

You really CAN have a life of peace, love and joy. If you're have difficulties in your relationship or with parenting, and have become so overwhelmed that you wonder if a solution even exists, counseling may be beneficial. My expertise is helping you change destructive, painful patterns in order to restore communication and connection, so you can live and love in a fulfilling manner, filled with joy. Allow me to show you the way. I work with couples, individuals and kids to help them find solutions to their struggles.

Trained at the Yale Center for Traumatic Stress and Recovery, I help young adults and families who are struggling in the wake of recent traumatic events, or stressful events that may have happened years ago. Clients I have helped on the path to recovery have experienced sexual, physical or emotional abuse, domestic, school or community violence, motor vehicle accidents, loss of a parent or important attachment figure, natural or man-made disasters, a stressful life change, and multiple or complex traumas. They may also suffer from symptoms of anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, and have difficulties concentrating or sleeping.

Do intense emotions and negative thoughts get in the way of enjoying your relationships, work, school, or everyday life? You've tried various methods for changing, yet find yourself trapped, moving further away from the life you want. You frequently wonder: "Will I ever be happy?" "Is there something wrong with me?" "Will I end up alone?" These thoughts and feelings are overwhelming. You're worried that without action, things could deteriorate further, leading to strained relationships and increased life challenges... It doesn't have to be this way.

My aim is to provide high-quality evidence-based assessment and treatment to children, teens, young adults, and families exhibiting a wide range of behavioral and emotional problems. Common issues I treat include anxiety, depression, poor coping skills, parent-child conflict, sibling conflict, ADHD, panic attacks, social skills deficits, blended family issues, and poor self-esteem. My treatment approach is primarily based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with treatment carefully matched to the needs of each unique individual and their family.

Educated at Brandeis University and the University of Miami, and trained in the State of Connecticut mental health system, I am a licensed psychologist who has been in private practice in Miami for over 30 years. I particularly enjoy working with young adults as they transition from adolescence into adulthood and I am well trained to treat depression, anxiety, bipolar and other mood disorders, relationship conflicts, borderline personality disorder, school or work underachievement, and ADD.

I believe there is an untapped resource that lies within each of us and I enjoy helping people find the many ways to tap into that potential to heal and grow. I work with children, adults, couples and families with issues ranging from severe trauma, stress management, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, health psychology and personal growth.

I specialize in the treatment of children, adolescents, and young adults with anxiety, depression, mood, ADHD, OCD, trauma, and behavioral concerns. I also offer parent-training services to address a variety of developmental and behavioral concerns, such as sleep, tantrums, school refusal, separation, and noncompliance. ​ Additionally, I have expertise working with individuals and their families to promote coping and adjustment to acute and chronic medical conditions.

Welcome! I am glad that you made the choice to seek therapy. It is very important to me that you get the results you are looking for in your therapy and that your experience is a very positive one. The most important aspect of my work with you will be to build a positive, trusting therapeutic relationship in which we can together work through whatever difficulties you may be facing.

I am an eclectic therapist that utilizes an integrated approach with expertise in CBT, ACT, DBT, Mindfulness, and Positive Psychology interventions. My therapeutic approach allows me to provide an environment that empowers and assists my clients in making positive changes that will improve overall health and wellbeing. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with experience treating externalizing and internalizing mental health issues that might interfere with a client's functioning. I work with adolescents and adults under 70 years of age.

I work collaboratively with you to explore emotions, identify and process difficult experiences, improve self-esteem, and learn skills that will help you cope with life's challenges. We work together to create treatment goals and make sure to tackle them one by one. Life gets difficult; it's no secret. I want to help you maneuver through life's unexpected changes, challenges, difficulties, and confusions.

I am very proud of the relationships I have formed with my clients. My focus is to empathize, support, and teach the tools to most effectively manage life's stressors. I strive to help each of my clients reach their own personal goals and have a realistic view of both themselves and others in the process. The hardest part is beginning to make different choices and choose those that increase our odds for success. That is where I hope to provide the most support.

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.

Often times in therapy, issues are addressed superficially only. This leads to a recurrence of episodes where the patient seems to improve but never really resolve their issues. A psychodynamic approach targets the roots of the problems, not simply the symptoms. My aim is the core, the starting point of it all, and from there work to resolve whatever else stems from that origin. My goal is for the patient to live a wholesome, functional, but above all, a meaningful life.