Sandplay Therapists in Melbourne, FL

Lifes unique journey requires empowering souls to understand their triggers and need for healthy coping skills and addressing concerns. I believe counseling helps individuals better understand their behaviors, thoughts, and feelings, while discovering and implementing more effective communication and interaction skills. Counseling is a professional therapeutic relationship and I am dedicated to helping all individuals who struggle. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, adjustment, PTSD, emotional dysregulation, trauma, chronic illness and diagnosis, relationships, and social factors, together we can make progress.

As a licensed marriage and family therapist I work with individuals, couples, adolescents and young children in many areas from life adjustments and stress to academic and behavior issues. I offer an approach that is tailored to the needs of the individual. I strive to provide an environment where the client feels safe, valued, and encouraged to explore and discover within themselves a healthier approach to life's difficulties.

You are not alone! Life is hard, and experiences shape us. If negative thoughts and feelings keep coming at you; if your coping strategies are not working; if you are struggling with adjusting to life challenges, or are dealing with difficult relationships or family conflict; if you are in need of emotional or behavioral support for yourself or your child; then let’s find a way forward together. I work with children and adults from all backgrounds and look at the individual from a holistic, strength-based, trauma-informed perspective. I will create a judgment-free, safe zone for you or your child to heal and move towards thriving.

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.

On the outside, you've got it all together, but inside there's this whole world no one sees, mixed with fear, sadness, disappointments, old memories that won't go away. Maybe you can't sleep or you feel like no one understands the truth of the difficulties within. Possibly, you've tried therapy many times before but it just hasn't helped or been what you needed. If you're ready to share your story with someone, and receive nonjudgmental support, we may need to be working together.

Human beings were not meant to struggle alone! It can sometimes feel like happiness and peace of mind are elusive leaving one feeling stuck, isolated, and afraid. I passionately believe people possess the power to transform their lives given a safe space to share, unconditional acceptance, and tools to enhance emotional well being. It would be my honor to provide you each of these things in your healing journey.

My work is influenced by the integration of several different forms of psychotherapy as well as mindfulness and holistic practices. I integrate EMDR therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, into many aspects of my work. I have experience working with trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, cutting and self harm, and bereavement. My ongoing professional development includes levels I, II and III of EMDR training. I am currently qualified to practice EMDR based therapy with adults, adolescents, and children. I have received advanced training in attachment trauma in children from the Attachment and Trauma Center of Nebraska.

At Therapeutic Health Endeavors Institute (THE Institute) therapy options are more than just a standardized method of service delivery. Our therapy practice offers a personalized way to examine your emotional/behavioral needs on your way to improving your life. By working with you to build skills to help yourself, THE Institute helps you make improvements that are lifelong. THE Institute has trained and skilled professionals who offer acceptance and warmth delivered in an atmosphere which is tailored to engage therapeutic growth and empowerment to all age groups and treatment areas.

Everyone's Counseling Center (ECC); A not-for-profit private practice: Our mission: To provide the highest quality of mental health guidance to individuals, couples & families, older adults & families, for grief and bereavement, crisis intervention, cultural adjustment, addictions, career & vocational testing, . Our therapists are all employees of ECC & committed spiritually by Faith & professionally licensed or in the process of licensure in the State of Florida. Therapy is provided to you regardless of creed, sexuality, ethnicity, or religious background. Our goal is to guide you and/or your family through the process of healing.

Hello! I am currently accepting new clients for telehealth sessions. I currently work with adults, adolescents, preteens, and partners who want to embark on a journey of self-exploration, improve mood and behavior regulation, recover from substance misuse, increase self-worth and coping skills, and heal from trauma. I currently use the following therapeutic modalities: cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT - informed individual therapy and skills development, motivational interviewing, substance use disorder treatment, supportive and solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, bibliotherapy, and narrative therapy.

Hi! My name is Drew and I am honored by the potential to walk by your side while navigating any mental health challenges or life issues that may arise. My own personal experiences with mental and behavioral health in childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood, in addition top being a local and seeing how unaddressed mental health challenges and addiction have impacted many of my friends and the community as a whole, is what acted as a catalyst for my entrance into and my passion for the field of mental health.

Kimberly specializes in working with children, teens, and women covering a variety of issues. ADHD, Trauma, Anxiety, and Womens are just a few areas she specializes in. Kimberly is a Neurodiversity Affirmating therapist that believes treatment should be centered on a client's strengths, not their weaknesses. Kimberly's approach is to serve client needs through a holistic and client centered approach that fosters hope and recovery. Kimberly utilizes evidenced-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused behavior therapy, play therapy, EMDR, and EFT (tapping), hypnotherapy, and brainspotting.

**I am currently not accepting new clients; however, other providers are available at Skylight Counseling Services.** I am a licensed clinical social worker specializing in providing professional, loving care and guidance to children, teenagers, individuals and families. I enjoy helping children and adults find their inner strengths to overcome life's burdens and challenges.