Transgender Therapists in Palmetto Bay, FL
Dominique LEVEILLE
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palmetto Bay, FL 33157
Hi, I’m Dominique, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and EMDR clinical in the state of Florida. I earned my doctorate in Family Therapy from Nova Southeastern University in 2018; I have worked as an Outpatient Therapist for nearly 8+ and have also been a Certified Teacher with Miami Dade Public Schools for over 13 years. I am a Certified Family Mediator with the State of Florida. My goal as a therapist is to provide a supportive and engaging environment where we explore unresolved conflicts together and find new ways to break relationship patterns that keep you stuck.
Hi, I’m Dominique, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and EMDR clinical in the state of Florida. I earned my doctorate in Family Therapy from Nova Southeastern University in 2018; I have worked as an Outpatient Therapist for nearly 8+ and have also been a Certified Teacher with Miami Dade Public Schools for over 13 years. I am a Certified Family Mediator with the State of Florida. My goal as a therapist is to provide a supportive and engaging environment where we explore unresolved conflicts together and find new ways to break relationship patterns that keep you stuck.
Charleen Gonzalez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MSEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palmetto Bay, FL 33158 (Online Only)
I am most passionate about working with professionals who feel like they are “not good enough” or who worry about living up to others’ expectations. We can work together to help you learn to love yourself for who you are, and not for what you accomplish. Typical clients of mine are women that are dealing with life transitions, which can include a variety of topics such as breakups, career challenges, insecurity, attachment issues, friendship issues, anxiety/depression, and just general "I don't know what I'm doing with my life". I help my clients gain more self-compassion and confidence.
I am most passionate about working with professionals who feel like they are “not good enough” or who worry about living up to others’ expectations. We can work together to help you learn to love yourself for who you are, and not for what you accomplish. Typical clients of mine are women that are dealing with life transitions, which can include a variety of topics such as breakups, career challenges, insecurity, attachment issues, friendship issues, anxiety/depression, and just general "I don't know what I'm doing with my life". I help my clients gain more self-compassion and confidence.
Dr. Janice Hynes
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palmetto Bay, FL 33176
Are you your own worst critic? Is there a battle in your mind interfering with healthy progress and happiness in your life? If conflict within or with others is exhausting you, practical tools can begin to lower stress and increase effectiveness today. I use a brain-based cutting-edge approach that lowers anxiety, balances emotions, and makes your rational mind more effective. You are invited to a safe accepting therapy environment. My approach is unique, supportive, and offers practical help now, not unending therapy. If too much precious time has been spent in emotional struggle, you can begin to make positive changes now.
Are you your own worst critic? Is there a battle in your mind interfering with healthy progress and happiness in your life? If conflict within or with others is exhausting you, practical tools can begin to lower stress and increase effectiveness today. I use a brain-based cutting-edge approach that lowers anxiety, balances emotions, and makes your rational mind more effective. You are invited to a safe accepting therapy environment. My approach is unique, supportive, and offers practical help now, not unending therapy. If too much precious time has been spent in emotional struggle, you can begin to make positive changes now.
Stella Verna
Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Palmetto Bay, FL 33176 (Online Only)
Dr. Stella Verna has a Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Ph.D. in Professional Psychology, is licensed by the Department of Health – Mental Health-and Nationally Certified Psychologist, conducting counseling and psychotherapy in both English and Spanish. Dr. Verna is experienced in individual counseling, couples and marriage counseling, family counseling, and group psychotherapy.
Some of the more common problems Dr. Verna treats includes relationship/couples problems, affairs, financial tensions, depression, anxiety, history of traumatic experiences/child abuse, feelings of unreality, psychosomatic (mind/body) disorders, gender identity disorders, gay and lesbian issues, domestic violence,ADD, ADHD.
Dr. Stella Verna has a Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Ph.D. in Professional Psychology, is licensed by the Department of Health – Mental Health-and Nationally Certified Psychologist, conducting counseling and psychotherapy in both English and Spanish. Dr. Verna is experienced in individual counseling, couples and marriage counseling, family counseling, and group psychotherapy.
Some of the more common problems Dr. Verna treats includes relationship/couples problems, affairs, financial tensions, depression, anxiety, history of traumatic experiences/child abuse, feelings of unreality, psychosomatic (mind/body) disorders, gender identity disorders, gay and lesbian issues, domestic violence,ADD, ADHD.
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Stephan Idris Mambazo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD-, (ABD), MSW, LICSW-S, PIP
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33157 (Online Only)
I am an LGBTQ+ affirming and provide WPATH SOC7 services to those identifying as transgender.
I am a licensed clinical social worker, a professionally certified specialist in The Grief Recovery Method®, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I have been in the helping profession for over thirty years, with more than twenty-years a licensed clinician. I strive to apply authenticity professionally, as I strive to personally. I believe together we will unleash the power and insight already within you. I applaud your courage to travel beyond the familiar, entering this journey with me. I believe you will not regret the choice you have now made. We will develop a plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
I am an LGBTQ+ affirming and provide WPATH SOC7 services to those identifying as transgender.
I am a licensed clinical social worker, a professionally certified specialist in The Grief Recovery Method®, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I have been in the helping profession for over thirty years, with more than twenty-years a licensed clinician. I strive to apply authenticity professionally, as I strive to personally. I believe together we will unleash the power and insight already within you. I applaud your courage to travel beyond the familiar, entering this journey with me. I believe you will not regret the choice you have now made. We will develop a plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
Dianne Gadishaw
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33177
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, gender dysphoria, transgender, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss as well as specializing in life transitional assistance.
I am licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, gender dysphoria, transgender, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss as well as specializing in life transitional assistance.
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, gender dysphoria, transgender, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss as well as specializing in life transitional assistance.
I am licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, gender dysphoria, transgender, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss as well as specializing in life transitional assistance.
Vanessa de la Llama
Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33157
We all know how it goes, you don't think you need help, and then one day, life smacks you in the face and you begin to become desperate for help. I get it, life is hard, but it can be managed with proper skills and techniques. Well I am here just for that. My name is Vanessa, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who currently specializes in working with adolescents and young adults. I am currently aligned with the Yes! Institute, and I specialize in work with trans people. Please give me a call or shoot me an email to set-up an initial consult. Office hours are: Monday thru Friday 8am-6pm & Saturday 10am-3pm
We all know how it goes, you don't think you need help, and then one day, life smacks you in the face and you begin to become desperate for help. I get it, life is hard, but it can be managed with proper skills and techniques. Well I am here just for that. My name is Vanessa, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who currently specializes in working with adolescents and young adults. I am currently aligned with the Yes! Institute, and I specialize in work with trans people. Please give me a call or shoot me an email to set-up an initial consult. Office hours are: Monday thru Friday 8am-6pm & Saturday 10am-3pm
Dr. Waugh
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, MFT, CCS
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33176
A Licensed Mental Health Counselor(LMHC) practicing in Miami, Florida for over 21 years and is a Board-certified Qualified Supervisor. She has a Ph.D. in Clinical Sexology. Dr. Waugh was born in Cuba and raised in Spain for 20 years before finally making Miami her home. She has worked in private practice for over 10 years and specializes in working with individuals, families, and couples. Dr. Waugh has her expertise in the areas of domestic violence and Autism related disorders. She is fluent in English and Spanish and is the author of the book “Learning our life”.
A Licensed Mental Health Counselor(LMHC) practicing in Miami, Florida for over 21 years and is a Board-certified Qualified Supervisor. She has a Ph.D. in Clinical Sexology. Dr. Waugh was born in Cuba and raised in Spain for 20 years before finally making Miami her home. She has worked in private practice for over 10 years and specializes in working with individuals, families, and couples. Dr. Waugh has her expertise in the areas of domestic violence and Autism related disorders. She is fluent in English and Spanish and is the author of the book “Learning our life”.
Online Virtual Therapy With Kimberly Balicki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pinecrest, FL 33156
FREE consultations! Are you feeling stuck in negative thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? Are you hoping to build more meaning and joy in your life? You may feel hesitant about reaching out for help, especially with pressure from all directions to "have it all together". I'm here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life. My goal is to help you find compassion for yourself, develop skills to help you navigate life stressors, and be confident in the resilient person you are.
FREE consultations! Are you feeling stuck in negative thoughts, intense emotions, or behavioral patterns that don't serve your best interest? Are you hoping to build more meaning and joy in your life? You may feel hesitant about reaching out for help, especially with pressure from all directions to "have it all together". I'm here to join you on this journey to discover healing and build a balanced life. My goal is to help you find compassion for yourself, develop skills to help you navigate life stressors, and be confident in the resilient person you are.
Elise Suna
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33156
We all experience challenging times where we feel overwhelmed, anxious, dissatisfied, exhausted, and stuck. Through a safe and supportive relationship, we will work together to build an understanding of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to help you gain insight on both current and past experiences. Within this exploration, you will develop your emotional resources, alter unhelpful patterns, and increase feelings of self-acceptance and growth. Over time, you will learn new ways to approach problems you are facing and view them through a new lens.
We all experience challenging times where we feel overwhelmed, anxious, dissatisfied, exhausted, and stuck. Through a safe and supportive relationship, we will work together to build an understanding of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to help you gain insight on both current and past experiences. Within this exploration, you will develop your emotional resources, alter unhelpful patterns, and increase feelings of self-acceptance and growth. Over time, you will learn new ways to approach problems you are facing and view them through a new lens.
Miriam Stern
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, CCATP
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33157
Waitlist for new clients
Caring for your mental and emotional health is like making an investment that never stops giving back. By teaming up to work together in a warm non-judgmental environment, we can create the changes you would like to see in your life. As a Certified EMDR Therapist & Neurofeedback Practitioner, I use powerful brain-based therapies that truly help people heal from past trauma and transform their present and future. I really care about my clients; I offer flexible scheduling and a sliding scale because I believe that mental health should be available to all.
Caring for your mental and emotional health is like making an investment that never stops giving back. By teaming up to work together in a warm non-judgmental environment, we can create the changes you would like to see in your life. As a Certified EMDR Therapist & Neurofeedback Practitioner, I use powerful brain-based therapies that truly help people heal from past trauma and transform their present and future. I really care about my clients; I offer flexible scheduling and a sliding scale because I believe that mental health should be available to all.
Lauren Amigo
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LMHC, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33176 (Online Only)
Beginning therapy can feel like a challenging process, so I am happy to help ease the process in any way that I can. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and young adult clients to feel more comfortable accessing and working through their emotional and cognitive processing in hopes of strengthening coping skills and practicing authentic self-reflection. My therapeutic and humanistic approach focuses on encouraging agency, supporting goals, and facilitating healing. I believe that a thoughtful and psychodynamic process of individualized or group art therapy creates a space for safe emotional and creative exploration.
Beginning therapy can feel like a challenging process, so I am happy to help ease the process in any way that I can. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and young adult clients to feel more comfortable accessing and working through their emotional and cognitive processing in hopes of strengthening coping skills and practicing authentic self-reflection. My therapeutic and humanistic approach focuses on encouraging agency, supporting goals, and facilitating healing. I believe that a thoughtful and psychodynamic process of individualized or group art therapy creates a space for safe emotional and creative exploration.
Penny M Freedman
Licensed Psychoanalyst, PhD, CAP, TASA
Verified Verified
Kendall, FL 33176
I am in the private practice of psychotherapy and psychoanalysis with adult and adolescent patients who, despite their innate capacities, are experiencing difficulties in relationships, academics or career. Our work focuses on identifying and dealing with those issues which are outside of awareness, but are interfering with the freedom to succeed in the various areas or their lives; e.g.. interpersonal relationships, anxiety, depression, chronic trauma, medical trauma, difficulty in finding intimacy, and academic and creative blocks.
I am in the private practice of psychotherapy and psychoanalysis with adult and adolescent patients who, despite their innate capacities, are experiencing difficulties in relationships, academics or career. Our work focuses on identifying and dealing with those issues which are outside of awareness, but are interfering with the freedom to succeed in the various areas or their lives; e.g.. interpersonal relationships, anxiety, depression, chronic trauma, medical trauma, difficulty in finding intimacy, and academic and creative blocks.
Cesar B Incera
Counselor, MPsy, LMHC
Verified Verified
Kendall, FL 33176 (Online Only)
You are a client looking to develop more satisfactory and effective ways to deal with issues in your life journey. You are a couple searching for more effective relational patterns and strategies. You are a family that wants to further develop your interactive patterns.
You are a client looking to develop more satisfactory and effective ways to deal with issues in your life journey. You are a couple searching for more effective relational patterns and strategies. You are a family that wants to further develop your interactive patterns.
Casey Fiume
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, ACC
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33157
You may feel restless, like something’s not quite right. You may want to heal wounds, discover your purpose, feel more alive. Old ways of being are not quite working for you anymore. You want more - to be more yourself, to more fully embody your purpose, to have more fulfilling moments. To feel more connected, more like you belong, more sweetness. You have a sense that you're meant for something more than the mundane, the 9-5, the checking all the boxes. But you feel lost. You're not sure how to get where you want to go.
You may feel restless, like something’s not quite right. You may want to heal wounds, discover your purpose, feel more alive. Old ways of being are not quite working for you anymore. You want more - to be more yourself, to more fully embody your purpose, to have more fulfilling moments. To feel more connected, more like you belong, more sweetness. You have a sense that you're meant for something more than the mundane, the 9-5, the checking all the boxes. But you feel lost. You're not sure how to get where you want to go.
Brian Adderley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33176 (Online Only)
Feeling stuck? Dealing with constant worry, fear and or the belief that bad things are going to happen? Struggling with believing in yourself, feeling misunderstood or having intrusive negative thoughts? These are normal thoughts but when not addressed can leave you feeling nervous, tense, joyless and perceiving life to be a never ending pattern of dread. I can help you regain energy to do the things you want to do, feel the happiness you want to experience and gain peace with your thoughts. Together we can explore to help you reach your goals, some peace of mind and understanding.
Feeling stuck? Dealing with constant worry, fear and or the belief that bad things are going to happen? Struggling with believing in yourself, feeling misunderstood or having intrusive negative thoughts? These are normal thoughts but when not addressed can leave you feeling nervous, tense, joyless and perceiving life to be a never ending pattern of dread. I can help you regain energy to do the things you want to do, feel the happiness you want to experience and gain peace with your thoughts. Together we can explore to help you reach your goals, some peace of mind and understanding.
Diana Robinson
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33158 (Online Only)
Find your strengths in the "HERE and NOW" by being Kind and Gentle with Yourself. How can you love others if you don't love yourself first? You are worthy of love and attention. Our innate being can often be suppressed by stress, doubt, or pain. You are Precious and Irreplaceable! Therapy isn't about 'fixing' oneself; rather a journey from insight to integration, a recovery of what you may have lost along the way, finding a practice of gentleness, and a return to wholeness. Therapy is about creating a sense of your own story. I invite you to take hold of this chance for yourself on this journey inward into self-discovery.
Find your strengths in the "HERE and NOW" by being Kind and Gentle with Yourself. How can you love others if you don't love yourself first? You are worthy of love and attention. Our innate being can often be suppressed by stress, doubt, or pain. You are Precious and Irreplaceable! Therapy isn't about 'fixing' oneself; rather a journey from insight to integration, a recovery of what you may have lost along the way, finding a practice of gentleness, and a return to wholeness. Therapy is about creating a sense of your own story. I invite you to take hold of this chance for yourself on this journey inward into self-discovery.
Jovanie Roman-Dupuy
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kendall, FL 33176
Hi! My name is Jovanie Roman-Dupuy, I am a licensed mental health counselor at Buxani Counseling Care. Our mission is to empower our clients to resolve their issues and lead fulfilling lives through a mindful and tailored therapeutic approach to mental health.
Hi! My name is Jovanie Roman-Dupuy, I am a licensed mental health counselor at Buxani Counseling Care. Our mission is to empower our clients to resolve their issues and lead fulfilling lives through a mindful and tailored therapeutic approach to mental health.
Jenny Leitson-Grabelsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33158 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I help adults in NY, OR, CT, and FL who are struggling with depression, anxiety, relationships, and life transitions. I provide a compassionate and nonjudgmental space in which my clients feel “held,” heard, and helped. My therapeutic approach is personalized, collaborative, and tailored to each client’s unique needs and goals. My practice is strengths-based, trauma-informed, and utilizes a range of techniques including awareness of sensations in the body, narrative interventions, cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapies, and Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I help adults in NY, OR, CT, and FL who are struggling with depression, anxiety, relationships, and life transitions. I provide a compassionate and nonjudgmental space in which my clients feel “held,” heard, and helped. My therapeutic approach is personalized, collaborative, and tailored to each client’s unique needs and goals. My practice is strengths-based, trauma-informed, and utilizes a range of techniques including awareness of sensations in the body, narrative interventions, cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapies, and Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy.
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.