Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in Palmetto, FL

As a licensed mental health counselor with over 15 years of experience, I offer tailored support across diverse age groups. From children and preteens to teenagers, adults, and families, my professional journey is rooted in addressing a wide spectrum of needs and concerns. I am committed to understanding the unique challenges each individual and family face, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes growth, resilience, and overall well-being.

I serve individuals and couples from ages four years old to 60 years old with mental health issues ranging from behavioral problems to Trauma. My desire is that our time together would be a time of hope and healing; a place where a sense of self empowerment can be regained and a safe haven where freedom is redeemed. It will be a journey that we take together; allowing those who are downcast to be guided out of the shadows and into the light

Time for a Mental Health Checkup? Life can be difficult with obstacles to overcome. Adverse experiences from childhood & adolescence affecting your current functioning? Unprocessed trauma & fear of the future and depression repressed? Relationship challenges in need of improvement? Family dynamics unhealthy! Have you invested in your Higher Self as a priority? Negative self talk? Self destructive behavior. Substance use disorders.? The Good News- You are capable of change! Use my personal & professional experience of overcoming numerous challenging & traumatic events to reach mental, emotional & behavior balance. Pick up the tools!

Are you overwhelmed by depression, guilt, anger, fear, alcoholism, drug addition, grief, or heartbreak and feel out of control of your life or relationships? My practice focuses on the individual, family, and marriage in a Christ-centered counseling setting. With a Doctorate in Education-Pastoral Counseling/ MBA in Business, I provide a unique form of therapy addressing your spiritual and professional needs collectively. I seek to assist you in re-shaping the circumstances that have temporarily gotten you off track. You may have experienced a setback but working together we can make this a SET UP for something GREAT!

Healing minds, bodies, and hearts through TraumaTherapy work. My primary goal is to provide you with relief and improvement in functioning and well-being. We will work together collaboratively to establish a strong and mutually trusting therapeutic relationship. I specialize in BrainSp.,Hypnotherapy TraumaFocusedCBTand I am Accelerated ResolutionTherapy AdvancedCertified which works to reprogram the way distressing memories are stored in the brain.I specialize in healing individuals and families.I use a multitude of proven therapy modalities during each session to be creative about finding what will work best for you.

You look at your adolescent and wonder what happened to your sweet, happy kid? Your parent intuition tells you something is not right. There are so many changes, too fast. Adolescence is a stage of life that brings with it a lot of change, physically, socially, and emotionally. Whether your child is entering adolescence, in the middle of adolescence or at the end of adolescence, each stage brings its challenges. Not addressing issues presented with your teen can lead to risky behaviors. Most parents brace themselves and suffer through it, as does their teen but it doesn't have to be this way!

Hello and welcome! Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed or worried in your life? Have you lost interest in doing things that used to be fulfilling? Are you struggling with the pain or anxiety of something that has happened in your life? Have you tried to solve these problems on your own and come to realize you need help from someone else? If your answer to any of these questions is “yes,” then you have made the right choice by being here! I know it’s difficult. You’ve quite likely been considering what to do for a very long time. I’m very pleased you’ve found me and taken the courageous step to be here.

I have more than 15 years of experience working with children and adolescents with a wide range of mental health concerns, such as ADHD, trauma, abuse, adoption/foster care, depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, and Autism, just to name a few. I use techniques such as play therapy, art therapy, and traditional talk therapy with my clients, based on their age and preferences.

I have over 22 years of experience as a psychotherapist, practicing in various settings. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in both the State of Florida and New York, having earned two Master's degrees from Long Island University. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. I hold certifications in several treatment modalities including Brain Paint (Neurofeedback), Beautiful Me (self-esteem program for teens), Nature Informed Therapy, mindfulness and trauma resolution. I take a holistic approach to healing that helps to uncover the root cause of non-productive thoughts, feelings and behaviors.

I am both a Professional Counselor and Rehabilitation Counselor. I conduct therapy sessions in English and in Spanish. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of New Mexico and a Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern in the state of Florida. ​I have also passed the Florida DCF Level 2 (state and federal) background check which allows me to work with children in school settings. When you're ready... I'm here to offer you a confidential place to be open without fear of judgment. Contact me at Suncoast Psychotherapy and Associates by going to www.SuncoastPsychotherapy.com. Click on New Clients Tab and submit.

If you always do what you have always done then you will always get what you have always gotten. Are you tired of always getting the same result in relationships or with family members or with your kids? If so, then it's time to do something different. Take a chance in therapy with me. I am a strength-based, solution focused, marriage and family therapist with a solid CBT foundation that desires to help you and your partner, your family and/or your children find a different way of handling life's challenges.

Eliminate conflict, anxiety and depression more quickly when you engage your subconscious mind in the process of positive and rapid change. Activate new ways of thinking and coping to get more of what you want in life! Learn how previous experiences have influenced your choices until now, and begin to make the changes you want immediately. My approach is caring and supportive. As you clarify your goals and move towards attaining them, you will become more aware of your own strengths and options moving forward.

At Psychoeducational Assessments, LLC our focus is to partner with families to ensure their student's academic, social, and emotional success. We provide the most current and reliable assessments to measure cognitive, academic, and emotional/behavioral performance. We provide comprehensive reports that parents can confidently bring to their school to aid in creating the best educational treatment for their student. As experts in the School Psychology field, we are versed with all the state and federal laws to ensure our educational recommendations align with those provided by the schools.

​I'm a Licensed Psychotherapist in the states of Florida and Connecticut. I have 40+ years of clinical experience and I hold 2 Masters Degrees from Syracuse University. I'm a member of the Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) statewide association attending annual conferences so that I can remain current with trends and advances in evidenced-based social practice. ​I've spent 4 decades helping others find and bring harmony and structure into their lives. Life happens and no one has to face it alone. I'm here to help you sort through difficult issues and offer you a safe place to be open and honest without fear of judgment.

As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral (BCBA-D), I provide applied behavior analysis services with an emphasis on functional analyses and function-based treatments to all ages. I specialize in treating problem behaviors (e.g., aggression, property destruction, pica, tantrums, elopement, noncompliance). I also provide skill development (e.g., social, communication, play, academic, vocational, and daily living skills). I work with all abilities and disabilities, including gifted children who struggle with social and communication skills and those with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities. I provide extensive caregiver training and home services.

I have 20 years experience dealing with individuals and families with daily issues, chronic issues and have dedicated my practice to improving and assisting clients with making life long lasting changes. I cannot accept new patients seeking letters for disabilities or any surgeries or procedures. I want to assist clients who are committed to the journey of changing and improving the quality of their lives.

While I specialize in issues related to children and adolescents, my training has also prepared me to work with adults, both individually or in couples/family treatment. I have also provided services to the geriatric population for the past 7 years.