Feeling overwhelmed? Is the anxiety or depression you feel getting the best of you? You find yourself worrying so much, stuck in the past or the future. You struggle to focus on your work and duties, can’t get enough sleep, feel on edge, and waste all that time doom scrolling and not knowing how to get out of the “stuck.” You may find you are compensating with food or drink or other distractions. You find yourself just sitting there with that sense of dread wondering “when will this get better?” You might find yourself arguing or disconnected with your partner, feeling like things are unraveling around you.

VIDEO & PHONE SESSIONS AVAILABLE. Life feels like it's been turned upside down due to the coronavius pandemic. You're filled with anxiety and feel overwhelmed with so many changes. Let us help you adjust to your new norm and get back to feeling in control of your life! Whether you want to feel happier, more fulfilled in your relationships, experience greater work/life balance, successfully navigate life transitions such as having your first child, parenting a teenager, or launching your children out of the nest, our team of expert counselors can help! With decades of experience between us, we can help you and your loved ones!

Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, exhausted? Tired of feeling frantic, losing sleep because of all the "what if's"? Life changes such as grief and loss, or relationship issues can affect your daily life and cause you to feel unsure of how you want to move forward. I get it. Or maybe you have lost a loved one, a relationship, or your job, and life is so surreal these days. Stress, changes, and strong emotions can affect daily functioning and well-being, which affects your health. It can feel like you are just surviving rather than thriving. Even the strongest of us sometimes need help navigating our course through life.

Gladys Amador is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and National Certified Counselor in Florida. In 2014 she graduated from Barry University, a CACREP qualified university in Miami Shores Florida. Since then, she refined her practice at Jackson Behavioral Health Hospital as a practicum student and later honed her skills at a non-profit in Miami-Dade County. Gladys speaks both English and Spanish fluently and can provide individual therapy in the language of your heart. Born in Elizabeth, New Jersey to Cuban parents, she grew up in South Florida as a first generation American.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Master Certified Addiction Professional. I am also a Qualified Supervisor for MHC. I work with individuals struggling with co-occurring addiction and mental health disorders to achieve recovery, stability and a sense of life satisfaction. I have experience working in a variety of settings and levels of care.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress and anxiety? Maybe you are looking to move on from a recent break-up. Are you feeling stuck in an unhealthy/unhappy relationship & need help getting back on track? There is help! As the owner & therapist at Brightside Therapy, I specialize in helping individuals and couples overcome struggles such as relationship issues, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, communication, trust issues, affair-recovery, & more. Imagine how it would be to feel happier, more confident, & less stressed. Picture your ideal life and relationship. It's possible to achieve. Let's work together to achieve these goals!

Dr. Marcela Mejia is a licensed psychologist, in the state of Florida, specializing in helping adolescents and adults understand and manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Florida International University and her Doctorate of Psychology, with Utmost Distinction, from Albizu University. Dr. Mejia utilizes cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, strength-based, mindfulness-based, and humanistic approaches to therapy.

Is anxiety and sadness affecting your teen? Is the stress of these times getting to you as well, making the family communication negative or nonexistent? Do you want to improve your family relationships? As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I tailor each session to the needs of my English and Portuguese speaking clients, using the most useful therapeutic techniques, all within a safe and nurturing setting. My aim is to help you and your family find personal growth, self-love, fulfilling relationships, and a deeper understanding of your purpose and worth in life.

I work with women experiencing challenges across the entire reproductive life story including infertility, miscarriage, pregnancy, depression, and anxiety as well as typical adjustment to a new baby and transitioning to parenthood. We will work together as a team promoting healing and recovery by focusing on existing strengths and resilience while developing new skills. This can be provided via individual counseling in office, tele-therapy, or in-home counseling sessions. You can expect a non-judgmental attitude, support, and motivation when stepping into a therapeutic relationship with me.

**Accepting New Clients** Perhaps you are not feeling like yourself or anxious. Maybe you are not sure about where your current relationship is headed. Or maybe you just aren't feeling like your normal self. You need a place where you feel safe enough to discuss, process and work on those concerns. Know that you are working with a professional that has your best interest at heart, providing realistic, non-judgement care. My practice offers you that safe place to begin that transformation and journey to a better you.

Due to Covid-19 virus, if you need help please call me for a phone session. I have been a psychotherapist/life coach for 25 + years. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Addiction Professional, Certified Sexual Addiction Professional, Certified Multiple Addiction Professional (eating/financial disorders), Certified Imago Relationship Therapist and Certified Sex Therapist. My office is located in east Ft. Lauderdale, with easy access off I-95 to Broward, Dade and Palm Beach counties. I work with people in-person and via phone. I excel in empowering people to create their lives with purpose, spirituality, and passion.

It is a new year and you want things to be different, you just don’t know how to get there. 2020 was HORRIBLE and you don’t bring that energy into 2021. You have made resolutions in the past, and they stick around for a while, but they don’t necessarily last. You don’t know why and you don’t know how to make things different. All you know is that you want this new year to be about creating the new you. A new you that is happy, healthy and confident. A new you that doesn’t allow the negativity to get in your way, because you self-esteem and confidence are at an all time high. A new you without that 2020 energy lingering around.

We transform and empower the lives of individuals, families, and couples by guiding them to overcome personal obstacles in their lives. We strive to create both a trusting relationship and a comfortable environment with all clients so that healing can begin. Our therapists guide adults, adolescents and children in resolving personal, social and psychological difficulties. Our mission is simple- We believe in the innate greatness of all people; that everyone has a divine purpose buried within them. Our goal is to empower and motivate each person we met so that they may awaken their inner potential.

Amanda Pelaez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Substance Abuse Professional with over seventeen years working for individuals, children, families affected by mental illness and addiction. Amanda's intention is to guide clients as they achieve their full potential in every capacity of their life with ever-expanding self-love. With a supportive therapeutic relationship, clients will know they are powerful to manifest their dreams. With compassion and understanding, she works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and connection to their authentic self to attain personal growth and freedom.

On the outside, it seems like you have it all together. After all, you're an ambitious and capable woman. You have a successful career and a good family life. But something is missing. You know you want and deserve more out of life. Your energy is depleted and it's getting harder to fall asleep at night. Tired of asking, 'Is this all there is? When one relationship is off balance, it feels like all your relationships are affected. If you and your partner can't agree on how to handle a situation with your child, all aspects of your relationship can break down.

Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by anxiety and stress? Simple tasks seem impossible to complete and you give up before even starting. You try your hardest to turn off your brain but the negative thoughts and worries keep creeping in. It can be paralyzing at times and it is preventing you from truly living in the moment.

Clients are engaged toward a complete solution to their problem(s), not just a quick, temporary fix. Individual's personal, emotional, psychological and spiritual well-being are of the utmost importance. With over 40yrs experience, continued training, and acquired expertise, results are seen quickly. Law Enforcement, Fire-Rescue, Military and Hospital personnel are an area of passion and expertise.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with expertise in psychological, psycho-educational, and developmental evaluations. I specialize in the assessment of giftedness, personality, learning disabilities, developmental delays, ADHD, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Evaluations are comprehensive and provide not only a pattern of strengths and weakness but also tailored recommendations. The evaluation process typically consist of a background interview, behavioral observations, consultation with other professionals and schools as appropriate, formal test administration, and a personalized report and feedback session.

Firstly, I want to commend you for your bravery on taking this necessary step towards your personal growth. I believe that one’s path towards self-acceptance, healing, and prosperity all began with a small leap of faith. As individuals, couples, and families we have the potential to overcome any obstacles in our lives. Those obstacles may initially appear daunting but with support and guidance, they will diminish over time.

We’re Here For The Small Things And The Big Things. Want to talk to someone but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, we’ll guide you through the process of starting therapy. Call us for a free therapy orientation and action plan from one of our psychologists or therapists. Perhaps now more than ever before, we need to care for our most precious asset, our mental health. Through therapy, you'll learn the skills & strategies to manage stress more effectively, elevate your mood, and improve relationships. Choose to attend appointments either in-person or through secure video conferencing. We look forward to hearing from you!