Optimal Living Center
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, RCSWI
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Hi, I'm Beatrice. There's something powerful about being truly heard - not half-listened to while someone waits for their turn to talk, but genuinely understood. That feeling of being seen without judgment is rare, and it's exactly what I work to create in every session. I believe real growth happens when you feel safe enough to explore what's been weighing on you, without rushing or pretending. My role isn't to fix you - it's to help you recognize the strengths you already have and build on them. You're more capable than you realize, and sometimes all it takes is the right space to see it for yourself.
I hold a Bachelor's and Master's in Social Work from Florida State University and I'm a Registered Clinical Social Work Intern. I've worked across mental and behavioral health settings with diverse populations, which gave me insight into how differently people navigate hard times. That shapes how I show up - flexible, curious and never one-size-fits-all.
What motivates me most is witnessing that moment when someone sees their own strength for the first time and they realize they're more capable than they believed. You don't need to have it all figured out to reach out - just a willingness to start. When you're ready to start exploring what's possible, I'd love to hear from you.
Call or Email Optimal Living Center now for a free 15 minute consultation - (786) 305-8598
Let's Connect (786) 305-8598
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
- Couple Sessions $175
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- AvMed
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna Healthcare
- Florida Blue
- New Directions | Lucet
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- TRICARE
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Optimal Living Center
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, RCSWI
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (786) 305-8598
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Florida / ISW18614 Supervised by Elise James (Florida / SW10051) Beatrice Shapiro
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern: Beatrice Shapiro
Optimal Living Center
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, RCSWI
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (786) 305-8598
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Chronic Illness
- Women's Issues
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Behavioral Issues
- Caregivers
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- First Responders
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Teen Violence
- Trauma and PTSD
Optimal Living Center
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, RCSWI
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (786) 305-8598
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Optimal Living Center
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, RCSWI
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (786) 305-8598
Location
Nearby Areas
Optimal Living Center
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, RCSWI
Call for a free consultation now - (786) 305-8598