Strength-Based Therapists in 33610
I primarily use a collaborative, strength-based approach called Solution-Focused Therapy.
ARE YOU . . . -At a point in your life wondering "Is this all there is?" -Feeling unfulfilled in your marriage or relationship? -Wanting "things" to change, but don't know how or where to begin? -Overwhelmed by unexpected life events? -Having difficulty with work/life balance? NOW, IMAGINE YOURSELF . . . -Being more self-confident. -Overcoming challenges. -Creating a balanced life. -Having clarity and direction to move forward.
I primarily use a collaborative, strength-based approach called Solution-Focused Therapy.
ARE YOU . . . -At a point in your life wondering "Is this all there is?" -Feeling unfulfilled in your marriage or relationship? -Wanting "things" to change, but don't know how or where to begin? -Overwhelmed by unexpected life events? -Having difficulty with work/life balance? NOW, IMAGINE YOURSELF . . . -Being more self-confident. -Overcoming challenges. -Creating a balanced life. -Having clarity and direction to move forward.
My name is Vanessa Latorre and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I feel most comfortable treating pre-teens and adults, and have experience working with issues such as addiction, aging, anger management, anxiety, and coping skills. I currently work via telehealth. My approach to therapy is based on evidenced based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I believe that effective therapeutic interventions start with a genuine human connection.
My name is Vanessa Latorre and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I feel most comfortable treating pre-teens and adults, and have experience working with issues such as addiction, aging, anger management, anxiety, and coping skills. I currently work via telehealth. My approach to therapy is based on evidenced based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I believe that effective therapeutic interventions start with a genuine human connection.
Candace Fraser
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tampa, FL 33610 (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients! Are you suffering with intrusive thoughts, anger, anxiety, past abuse or trauma? Do you feel misunderstood or that you don't fit in? Let me help you learn the tools needed to improve your overall quality of life and live your most authentic self. I specialize in helping people through life transitions, relationship challenges, trauma and more! Using evidence based modalities in sessions; you can be assured of my approach of being discrete, non-judgmental, and compassionate. My goal is not to 'fix' you, but instead provide you with tools to reach your maximum healing.
Accepting New Clients! Are you suffering with intrusive thoughts, anger, anxiety, past abuse or trauma? Do you feel misunderstood or that you don't fit in? Let me help you learn the tools needed to improve your overall quality of life and live your most authentic self. I specialize in helping people through life transitions, relationship challenges, trauma and more! Using evidence based modalities in sessions; you can be assured of my approach of being discrete, non-judgmental, and compassionate. My goal is not to 'fix' you, but instead provide you with tools to reach your maximum healing.
Charree' Graham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, QS
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33610 (Online Only)
We have all experienced a time in life where the feelings of stress, anxiety, hurt and confusion can seem near impossible to overcome. Sometimes we may simply just not feel like ourselves. Therapy is an opportunity for you work through those feelings, gain new perspective and maximize the tools already within you. I have a passion for supporting and guiding individuals through their discomfort to get on the other side of it. My goal is to empower you to look within, maximize your full potential and live YOUR truth.
We have all experienced a time in life where the feelings of stress, anxiety, hurt and confusion can seem near impossible to overcome. Sometimes we may simply just not feel like ourselves. Therapy is an opportunity for you work through those feelings, gain new perspective and maximize the tools already within you. I have a passion for supporting and guiding individuals through their discomfort to get on the other side of it. My goal is to empower you to look within, maximize your full potential and live YOUR truth.
As a cultural competent bilingual, mental health therapist, I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their emotions and experiences. With a foundation in cognitive-behavioral and person-centered approaches, I prioritize tailoring therapy to each individual's unique needs. Through active listening, empathy, and evidence-based interventions I am committed to fostering a therapeutic alliance built on trust, compassion, and mutual respect, empowering clients on their journey toward healing and personal growth.
As a cultural competent bilingual, mental health therapist, I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their emotions and experiences. With a foundation in cognitive-behavioral and person-centered approaches, I prioritize tailoring therapy to each individual's unique needs. Through active listening, empathy, and evidence-based interventions I am committed to fostering a therapeutic alliance built on trust, compassion, and mutual respect, empowering clients on their journey toward healing and personal growth.
Martinique Moron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Tampa, FL 33610 (Online Only)
I remember the first time I decided to seek therapy. I remember the mixed emotions of anxiety, fear, being overwhelmed, not knowing what to look for, or where to go. It can be especially hard if you identify as BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA+. You can rest assured that all of those feelings are valid and normal. Don't let fear prevent you from reaching out for help with the issues you are going through. I am here to hold space for you and offer a supportive, unbiased, non-judgmental environment. I will stand by you on your healing journey as your guide. You don’t have to go through this alone.
I remember the first time I decided to seek therapy. I remember the mixed emotions of anxiety, fear, being overwhelmed, not knowing what to look for, or where to go. It can be especially hard if you identify as BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA+. You can rest assured that all of those feelings are valid and normal. Don't let fear prevent you from reaching out for help with the issues you are going through. I am here to hold space for you and offer a supportive, unbiased, non-judgmental environment. I will stand by you on your healing journey as your guide. You don’t have to go through this alone.
Taina Thorpe + The Counseling & Wellness Boutique
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Tampa, FL 33610
Accepting New Clients! The Counseling & Wellness Boutique promotes an environment of respect for all cultures, backgrounds, and lifestyles. We are a thriving boutique style group practice that offers personalized care and attention to our clients. You are not just a number here! Our clinicians specialize in challenges related to trauma, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, life transitions, grief, relationship issues, chronic illness, stress management, cultural injustice, LGBTQIA+, and so much more! Our preferred treatment modalities include Brainspotting, EMDR, CBT, and other talk based therapies.
Accepting New Clients! The Counseling & Wellness Boutique promotes an environment of respect for all cultures, backgrounds, and lifestyles. We are a thriving boutique style group practice that offers personalized care and attention to our clients. You are not just a number here! Our clinicians specialize in challenges related to trauma, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, life transitions, grief, relationship issues, chronic illness, stress management, cultural injustice, LGBTQIA+, and so much more! Our preferred treatment modalities include Brainspotting, EMDR, CBT, and other talk based therapies.
It takes courage to reach out for help. I will always treat you with respect, listen attentively, provide feedback and collaborate with you in setting goals to gain the confidence in achieving the change you are seeking. I invite you to say what you need to say, feel what you need to feel, think what you need to think.
It takes courage to reach out for help. I will always treat you with respect, listen attentively, provide feedback and collaborate with you in setting goals to gain the confidence in achieving the change you are seeking. I invite you to say what you need to say, feel what you need to feel, think what you need to think.
Emily Stevens
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, MSW, RCSWI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tampa, FL 33610
Accepting New Clients! I understand the challenges with 'juggling it all' and know the overwhelm of burnout and stress all too well. I believe that every person is capable of bouncing back and seeing life in a new energized light. I have a passion for research and advocacy of all kinds, especially in the LGBTQIA+ community. I’ve found so much light and hope working with individuals who have experienced trauma/PTSD, OCD, depression, and anxiety. My drive for advocacy work and breaking barriers along with my values of creating safe spaces and trusting relationships with clients has led me to find my calling in Social Work.
Accepting New Clients! I understand the challenges with 'juggling it all' and know the overwhelm of burnout and stress all too well. I believe that every person is capable of bouncing back and seeing life in a new energized light. I have a passion for research and advocacy of all kinds, especially in the LGBTQIA+ community. I’ve found so much light and hope working with individuals who have experienced trauma/PTSD, OCD, depression, and anxiety. My drive for advocacy work and breaking barriers along with my values of creating safe spaces and trusting relationships with clients has led me to find my calling in Social Work.
Maria Pedreguera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33610 (Online Only)
Welcome and blessings! Wellness is your birthright! I believe in your ability to attain your goals and thrive in your potential. I am blessed with the gifts to empower and guide you on your healing journey. My superpower is my loving heart and ability to be a compassionate empath with endless patience. I have a warm and comforting style which creates a safe place to develop deep connections. I am gifted in listening, feeling energy, identifying emotions and understanding the complexity of life experiences. I am an empath, a healer, a reiki master, a life coach, and a light worker.
Welcome and blessings! Wellness is your birthright! I believe in your ability to attain your goals and thrive in your potential. I am blessed with the gifts to empower and guide you on your healing journey. My superpower is my loving heart and ability to be a compassionate empath with endless patience. I have a warm and comforting style which creates a safe place to develop deep connections. I am gifted in listening, feeling energy, identifying emotions and understanding the complexity of life experiences. I am an empath, a healer, a reiki master, a life coach, and a light worker.
I am currently accepting new clients with a wide variety of goals and circumstances. I aim to create a partnership to help unlock your potential, overcome challenges, strive for success, and manage difficult situations/negative life experiences. Every individual is extremely valuable, unique, and deserving of the support necessary to have a good quality of life, peace, and satisfaction. Frequently the biggest obstacles lie within, and my goal is to enable you to free yourself from problematic thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that you may strive for your ideal version of yourself.
I am currently accepting new clients with a wide variety of goals and circumstances. I aim to create a partnership to help unlock your potential, overcome challenges, strive for success, and manage difficult situations/negative life experiences. Every individual is extremely valuable, unique, and deserving of the support necessary to have a good quality of life, peace, and satisfaction. Frequently the biggest obstacles lie within, and my goal is to enable you to free yourself from problematic thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that you may strive for your ideal version of yourself.
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Cassandra Castro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tampa, FL 33610 (Online Only)
Welcome! I’m Cassandra Castro, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Tampa, with 9 years of experience in the mental health field. My ideal clients are teens and adults facing life transitions, battling depression, or coping with anxiety. They seek a safe space to explore their feelings, learn healthy coping strategies, and build self-confidence. Their goal is to overcome emotional challenges, achieve personal growth, and find balance. They want to navigate life's changes with resilience and clarity, striving for a fulfilling and mentally healthy life.
Welcome! I’m Cassandra Castro, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Tampa, with 9 years of experience in the mental health field. My ideal clients are teens and adults facing life transitions, battling depression, or coping with anxiety. They seek a safe space to explore their feelings, learn healthy coping strategies, and build self-confidence. Their goal is to overcome emotional challenges, achieve personal growth, and find balance. They want to navigate life's changes with resilience and clarity, striving for a fulfilling and mentally healthy life.
Proven mental health clinician with years of experience working with elementary age children to young adults who exhibit challenging behaviors. Expertise in conducting play therapy, and engaging individuals with parent-child relationship issues. Knowledgeable in the child welfare arena. Experienced in providing coordination services for people with disabilities and case managing clients from diverse populations: foster children, substance abusing individuals, at-risk adolescents, teenage and adult pregnancy, homeless teenagers, families and people suffering with chronic illness
Proven mental health clinician with years of experience working with elementary age children to young adults who exhibit challenging behaviors. Expertise in conducting play therapy, and engaging individuals with parent-child relationship issues. Knowledgeable in the child welfare arena. Experienced in providing coordination services for people with disabilities and case managing clients from diverse populations: foster children, substance abusing individuals, at-risk adolescents, teenage and adult pregnancy, homeless teenagers, families and people suffering with chronic illness
Sometimes we become better at seeming to be well, rather than actually being well. Living our fullest lives comes when we are aligned mind, body, and soul. This life of wellness is a delicate balance that can be impacted by life and other circumstances leaving us looking for a change. Therapy doesn't have to be a last resort when we're struggling and feel out of options; perhaps it is just the next step to wellness. Working with a therapist can be helpful in finding and maintaining your balance, to reconnect with your authentic self.
Sometimes we become better at seeming to be well, rather than actually being well. Living our fullest lives comes when we are aligned mind, body, and soul. This life of wellness is a delicate balance that can be impacted by life and other circumstances leaving us looking for a change. Therapy doesn't have to be a last resort when we're struggling and feel out of options; perhaps it is just the next step to wellness. Working with a therapist can be helpful in finding and maintaining your balance, to reconnect with your authentic self.
Alexandria Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RCSWI, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tampa, FL 33610 (Online Only)
My passion has always been working with children. My goal is to provide a comfortable and compassionate environment to help your child grow both socially and emotionally. I believe that with support, guidance and compassion all children can blossom and reach their full potential.
My passion has always been working with children. My goal is to provide a comfortable and compassionate environment to help your child grow both socially and emotionally. I believe that with support, guidance and compassion all children can blossom and reach their full potential.
Welcome! I am Daine, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida and Georgia. My focus is the client and providing an open, supportive and nonjudgmental environment. I have several years working with adolescents and adults. I provide virtual appointments. I write the following evaluations: Extreme hardship waivers, Violence against women acts (VAWA), U- Visas, T-Visas, Mental Health and Substance Abuse Evaluations. I provide interviews mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends. I work closely with your attorney to provide the best evaluation possible.
Welcome! I am Daine, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida and Georgia. My focus is the client and providing an open, supportive and nonjudgmental environment. I have several years working with adolescents and adults. I provide virtual appointments. I write the following evaluations: Extreme hardship waivers, Violence against women acts (VAWA), U- Visas, T-Visas, Mental Health and Substance Abuse Evaluations. I provide interviews mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends. I work closely with your attorney to provide the best evaluation possible.
"I just really want someone to be a listening ear, someone impartial, non-judgements and will help me go in the right direction. I have trouble with boundaries, I am having issues with being assertive and speaking up for myself and some of my family members I can't even deal with them, I mean it that healthy? Leaving the toxic and abusive relationship was tough enough but no everyone understands what its like to be in that situation and unable to get out". If these statements have been weighing on your mind lately then allow me to help you navigate through this moment. You are able to heal from your situations.
"I just really want someone to be a listening ear, someone impartial, non-judgements and will help me go in the right direction. I have trouble with boundaries, I am having issues with being assertive and speaking up for myself and some of my family members I can't even deal with them, I mean it that healthy? Leaving the toxic and abusive relationship was tough enough but no everyone understands what its like to be in that situation and unable to get out". If these statements have been weighing on your mind lately then allow me to help you navigate through this moment. You are able to heal from your situations.
I typically work with children ages 5 to 18 and young adults up to 30. I am most comfortable treating conditions such as anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, self-esteem issues, school-related challenges, divorce, grief, and eating disorders.
I typically work with children ages 5 to 18 and young adults up to 30. I am most comfortable treating conditions such as anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, self-esteem issues, school-related challenges, divorce, grief, and eating disorders.
I take a non-judgemental and collaborative approach to mental health. Therapy should be accessible and comfortable for everyone, and as such, I promote LGBTQ + equality, support all expressions of gender identity, and believe in body positivity and Health At Every Size (HAES). I believe that each person is the expert of their own life- and it’s a privilege to be a part of your journey and recovery. Therapy is right for anyone who is interested in getting more out of life by taking responsibility, enhancing self-awareness, and working toward change.
I take a non-judgemental and collaborative approach to mental health. Therapy should be accessible and comfortable for everyone, and as such, I promote LGBTQ + equality, support all expressions of gender identity, and believe in body positivity and Health At Every Size (HAES). I believe that each person is the expert of their own life- and it’s a privilege to be a part of your journey and recovery. Therapy is right for anyone who is interested in getting more out of life by taking responsibility, enhancing self-awareness, and working toward change.
My ideal client is someone who enters into therapy curious about themselves and seeking self-improvement on a daily basis. This client wants help with everyday struggles such as: relationship issues, anxiety, feelings of sadness, or stress related to life circumstances. My ideal client knows what they want and has the tools to improve themselves but needs help in finding these answers within themselves. I view therapy as a collaborative effort in which the client and I work together to find relief.
My ideal client is someone who enters into therapy curious about themselves and seeking self-improvement on a daily basis. This client wants help with everyday struggles such as: relationship issues, anxiety, feelings of sadness, or stress related to life circumstances. My ideal client knows what they want and has the tools to improve themselves but needs help in finding these answers within themselves. I view therapy as a collaborative effort in which the client and I work together to find relief.
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Strength-Based Therapists
How does strength-based therapy work?
During strength-based therapy sessions, the therapist will ask about an individual’s experiences of stress, pain, or trauma with the goal of orienting the client to view themselves as a survivor rather than a victim, and focusing on their strengths rather than on their weaknesses. In framing a client’s personal narrative along these lines, the therapist and client work together to identify existing skills that can be harnessed.
Is strength-based therapy evidence-based?
Strength-based therapy is an evidence-based treatment that has been studied extensively and shown to be effective across domains. The treatment has been found to be particularly effective in helping individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Strength-based therapy has been used by therapists to help clients for more than 60 years.
How long does strength-based therapy last?
There’s no precise timeline for strength-based therapy. The duration of treatment depends on the individual’s specific needs and goals and the severity of their concerns. Some individuals may find they achieve their therapeutic goals quickly, while others might benefit from ongoing support and guidance in order to continue progressing.
How effective is strength-based therapy?
Clinical research and decades of practice have shown strength-based therapy to be an effective treatment to improve mental health and well-being for many conditions. The treatment can engender a sense of connection and collaboration between the therapist and the individual, fostering a positive therapeutic relationship. For individuals with narcissistic tendencies, strength-based therapy may be less effective, as the focus on the individual’s strengths may undermine the work needed to honestly assess the challenges the individual faces.