Spirituality Therapists in Bonita Springs, FL

Have you experienced some form of trauma? Struggling with addiction? Or dealing with relationship challenges? You have come to the right place and have already taken the most important step in your journey toward peace of mind, connection, and confidence in your ability to achieve your goals. Often, the greatest challenge is overcoming the inertia of maintaining status quo and stepping out into the unknown where healing can begin.

At any time, you can rethink your life and reinvent yourself. In a fast paced modern world, we are finding that more and more people are experiencing challenges such as depression and anxiety. Many of them choose to self medicate through habits that can develop an addiction. Many more choose to relay on prescribed medications only. However, studies have shown that the greatest chances for success are achieved by combining medication and therapy.

Are you a woman struggling with past abuse, self-esteem issues, or relationships? Are you a couple facing major stress in your marriage? Are you a parent concerned about your adolescent who might be experiencing mental health issues or engaging in risky behaviors? I have worked with adolescents and their parents/guardians, women, and married couples, to find solutions for the variety of issues they face. I have also studied about the holistic interaction of body, soul, and spirit, and for 20 years have mentored people of all ages within local churches.

For over 30 years I have helped individuals, couples and famlies in Miami, and more recently in Bonita Springs, Naples and Estero. Increasing safety while restoring connection and full aliveness to relationships is my goal when working with couples and families. I am a Clinical Member of the American Association of Marriage & Family Therapists, and a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist, using methods conceived by Harville Hendrix (author of "Getting The Love You Want"). I am also trained in the Gottman method of couples therapy, and am experienced in addressing conflict and crisis situations for couples.

I am driven by a desire to help children and adults overcome the stressors of life, so they can find fulfillment and joy. From anxiety to depression, to self-esteem or self-doubt, to helping survivors of unhealthy/abusive relationships, you are now in the right place. Finding someone that can truly understand and can make a difference in our lives is not easy. I understand that it’s difficult to seek quality help, find someone, only to later learn that they are unfit to help you.

Phone and Teleconferencing are now being used during the pandemic. This is a good time to work on issues that you and your partner may have been too busy to focus on before. Are you anxious or depressed? Do you want to create a better life for yourself but you are unsure how to make the changes you want? Are you in a relationship where the fighting is becoming greater than the satisfaction of being with your partner? Have you or your partner had an affair? Is your sex life a disappointment? Are you and your partner experiencing the intimacy you yearn for inside and outside the bedroom? Are you struggling with sexual pain?

I am also a FL Qualified MFT/MHC Supervisor

Life is a journey. Like all journeys, there are times we feel overwhelmed, tired, confused, or even lost. The most important journey of all is the journey inwards, the one that takes us towards our true self. This journey helps us learn, accept, and embrace who we are. If you're encountering any struggles on your journey in life -- anxiety, depression, life transitions, addiction, coming out -- then I'm here to help.

I became a mental health counselor or therapist- whatever you prefer to call me- but a person who believes that there are times in all our lives when we could use someone to help us work through whatever issues/concerns/crisis/problems we are facing to help us to work through them and come out in a more positive place on the other side. I have worked as a Counselor for over 6 years, assisting clients with many issues including self-esteem, career problems, anxiety, depression, communication skills, decision-making, LGBQ related concerns, boundaries, burn-out, parenting, spiritual and existential questions, and relationships.

My unique approach combines the precision of EMDR, the transformative power of NLP, and a wealth of experience in trauma nursing, first responder coaching, certified trauma-informed care, and crisis intervention. My commitment to guiding individuals toward lasting healing and resilience is demonstrated by a client-centered focus. Specializing in working with first responder families, I acknowledge the unique stressors and dynamics these families face.

I am passionate about helping children, teens, and young adults resolve anxious and depressive feelings that may keep them from living their best life. Even at a young age, we all experience situations that leave us wondering if we will ever be happy again. This can be devastating for the individual experiencing these symptoms and if not addressed early on, it can have long term effects into adult life. As a mental health counselor, I have had the pleasure of helping countless individuals overcome these feelings and get back to living a quality of life that was once unimaginable.

I have been a Licensed Clinical Psychologist for 25 years. I have worked with people who experience trauma, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, addiction, personality disorders, to name just a few. I work with adolescents and adults. I provide individual, marriage/pre-marital, family and group counseling. Therefore, I believe that I can offer a broad range of counseling training and experience.

Are you a woman feeling stuck in a place of anxiety or depression? Is fear holding you hostage? Are you feeling helpless as a parent and don't know how to navigate life in a healthy way? Do you feel frustrated in your marriage and can't figure out how to move forward on your own? Do you want someone to hear you and understand? I am passionate about helping people find freedom and discover what it looks like to live a life of joy. In addition to being a counselor, I am also a wife and a mom of four. I long to create a safe and comfortable environment for you to find healing and HOPE!

Are you looking for couples or pre-marital counseling; marriage and family therapy; assistance with relationship problems or worried about sexual dysfunction? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or low self-esteem; experiencing career or life changes; suffering from loss or grief? Do you need an experienced professional therapist who is kind, warm, thoughtful and down-to-earth to work with? I have more than 35 years of successful experience in therapy and counseling and I realize that taking the first step toward getting help is often the most difficult.

Joseph Sansone, M.S., PhD, LMHC, CCMHC, is a psychotherapist specializing in clinical hypnosis, Joseph was trained in advanced clinical hypnosis at the Academy of Professional Hypnosis in 1997. Dr. Sansone has a B.A. in psychology, a M.S. in clinical mental health counseling, and a PhD in psychology. Joseph has spent much of his life as an entrepreneur and enjoys facilitating self-actualization. Joseph Sansone is a licensed mental health counselor as well as a board certified clinical mental health counselor. Dr. Sansone is also a member of the National Guild of Hypnotists.

I am sorry that you are hurting. Everyone hurts sometimes, but now things have gotten too much for you to sort out on your own. I am here to serve as a genuine, empathic, unbiased and supportive therapist who can provide non-judgmental guidance. I can help you create changes that lead to a better life for you & your loved ones. When is the last time you considered THE DESIRES OF YOUR HEART? I help clients recognize blessings in hard times & live with purpose and zest. See Video of Ria's Work helping others: http://blog.thegoodmangroup.com/spiritual-care

I specialize in helping people make sense of difficult situations in which they find themselves and are unsure of how to find their way out. This includes confusion from past traumas or adjustment to present circumstances. Some of these adjustments are from environmental pressures or biologically bases issues that need clarification and direction. Experience and the ability to listen carefully are two of my strengths, and two of the necessities of successful counseling. My fees are $125 per session. I do not see couples, but can refer to specialists.

My philosophy is that "It takes courage to be happy. . . again." So many people will stay stuck in a life situation and before long, it starts to feel "comfortable" at least to the extent that it is either too scary or too difficult to try to make those necessary changes. Often, it takes the guidance of a trusted therapist to help one discover where, how, and why a person is stuck, to point out distorted thinking, and to help map a plan for progress towards a goal. My 25 years of experience in the field creates my philosophy and approach. Let's begin the journey.

Perhaps your life isn't headed in the direction you had hoped for. Life can get difficult at times and counseling can truly make the difference for you. Seeking help is both a simple and courageous act that supports one's need for expression. There are times that we need to connect with someone; to feel heard, to feel respected and to be validated. The purpose of psychotherapy is to help you improve your life as you navigate the process of change so that life can be filled with greater possibilities for fulfillment and peace.