Trauma Focused Therapists in Village of Palmetto Bay, FL

No matter what you are going through, you are not alone. I want you to know that I truly care about my clients and I can help you turn your struggles into personal strengths. Years of professional and life experience taught me that every problem has a solution. I have extensive experience working with both children and adults and I specialize in issues related to trauma, anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA and PTSD. You can rest assure that I will never judge you and I will listen attentively to your needs and concerns. Contact me or book a session via www.lalaminds.com.

My Doctorate is in Advanced Studies in Human Behavior and my Masters is in Mental health counseling. I am an EMDRIA trained EMDR therapist. My therapeutic approach is holistic in nature, incorporating the mind, body, and spirit as it is vital for individuals to fully heal. I specialize in trauma-focused therapy and work primarily with adults suffering from PTSD, anxiety, and depression. However, I am experienced working with people of all ages, cultural backgrounds, and diagnosis.

I am a fully Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) for the state of Florida and graduated with my masters in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University in 2014. I have 8yrs experience working in the healthcare field and have since worked in various settings to include child welfare, community based health, private practice, hospital and school settings.

Whatever you are facing, you deserve to feel better, healthier, happier and whole. I recognize making the decision to seek treatment can be difficult or scary. I provide a safe space in which you are seen and heard. I am an experienced licensed psychotherapist, certified trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapist, and certified life coach serving clients in Florida and New York. I have helped children, teens, and adults find healing and hope as they journey through mood disorders, life transitions, divorce, grief/loss, partner betrayal, abuse, trauma, and more.

Melissa Sandino is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a master's degree from Albizu University. Melissa's warm and genuine personality allows her to approach therapy with empathy and openness which fosters an environment of safety, trust, and non-judgement. With expertise in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Art therapy, Mindfulness, and Play therapy; she has successfully worked with children, adolescents, and adults from diverse backgrounds and a wide range of concerns: extensive trauma, anxiety, depression, parenting difficulties, behavioral difficulties and self-esteem struggles.

Find balance in your life with help from an experienced psychotherapist. Dr. Elena Coello-Jemmali uses a holistic approach, which helps clients from all walks of life overcome psychological, emotional, mental, physical, energetic, and spiritual challenges. She is dedicated to helping her clients achieve their highest potential and make wellness a way of life. while encouraging clients to take responsibility and making a commitment for their own healing. This unique Holistic approach addresses the mind, body and spiritual needs of the individual in their therapy to be able to identify and treat root-causes.

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.

I am a counselor with experience working with a wide variety of populations ranging from young children and families to adults and couples. I provide a safe space for my clients to explore and work through their experiences while empowering them to live more authentic and fulfilling lives. My collaborative, client-centered approach aims to utilize each individual’s unique strengths as a means of achieving their goals.

My name is Kyrie Salters and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing therapy in the southern region of Miami Dade County. I am passionate about working with individuals who may be struggling with mental health and/or behavioral difficulties. I have experience working with clients across all age groups addressing matters such as anxiety, depression, family dynamics, inattention, parenting, hyperactivity and defiance. Throughout my career I have aided in empowering and motivating clients to reach their potential.

I recognize the impact of trauma in my client's lives and seek to help them embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery. Many of the clients I support are dealing with the effects of past traumas, which may manifest as emotional distress, physical symptoms, or challenges in daily functioning. You may be seeking support for managing body-based distress and are open to exploring body-based tools for healing outside of cognitive therapy. Many of the modalities I use are based on the understanding that trauma is not only a psychological experience but also a physiological one, involving the body's nervous system.

Keys, glasses, phone. Wait, where's my keys. Does that sound familiar to you? Do you find yourself struggling to keep track of things, starting a project only to end up working on something completely different, or trouble finishing projects? Are you dealing with the stress of a recent life transition? I'm here to help you learn strategies to become the best version of yourself. I've worked in the Mental Health field for over 25 years and I've had the opportunity to learn a great deal about what is needed to help others with making difficult changes.

Greetings, I wish to assist all my clients in their path of transformation. My sessions provide effective compassionate counseling and therapies to help clients achieve well-being. I include various mind-body and holistic modalities that help foster healing & solutions for a wide range of issues, including ADHD, addictions, anxiety, depression, OCD, phobias, & traumas. I have experience working with a variety of client populations, and also offer educational workshops and groups, either in person or online. I invite you to call or email describing your therapy needs to see if my services are a good fit for your goals or concerns.

Wellspring Counseling is a non-denominational Christian, multi-site counseling service which provides full-service counseling by professional, licensed, skilled counselors. Wellspring clinicians have a personal Christian faith who serve persons from any background, religious or secular. We integrate the best contributions of the psychological sciences to provide the highest quality care to our clients. Wellspring offers individual therapy in person or on-line. Sessions are 50 minutes long and are held in private offices and scheduled weekly. Intensive sessions over 1-5 days are also available.

Trauma is the inability to be in the present. Trauma therapy is not about understanding what happened, in fact talking about it can be retraumatizing (Bessel 2020). Dr. Bessel Van Der Kolk is a world-renowned trauma research and author of “The Body Keeps the Score”, a New York Times bestseller for years.

I am EXHAUSTED! I CAN'T do this anymore! I need HELP! These are only a few statements that bring people to counseling. My philosophy is that everyone knows what to do in their lives. You are the expert of your own story and I am simply given the privilege to join you through that journey. With my expertise, I can shed light on the answers buried within that can make the changes you hope to see. The therapeutic relationship is so crucial in my opinion and that is why the initial session is tailored specifically to getting to know one another in efforts to build bonds that can be helpful towards reaching your goals.

Helping Women Heal- I specialize in women's issues, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. If you are having a difficult time managing the stress in your life, or struggling with anxiety, I'm here to help. In therapy, we will discuss coping strategies and skills that can help you live a more balanced and fulfilling life. I provide a supportive therapeutic environment where my clients increase confidence, and make positive changes in their lives. I use several evidence-based therapy models such as (CBT), and utilize traditional "talk therapy" to help you manage and decrease your symptoms.

I am honored that my clients share their deepest secrets with me every day. I am grateful for the trust they place in me and I value their need for confidentiality. I make an effort to listen to my clients and hear what they say to learn what they need to grow. Every client is a person who is much greater than their problem behavior or diagnosis. While I have extensive training in treating trauma and sexual behavior problems, I also have experience and training in treating other mental health problems such as: Depression, Anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Panic Disorder, ADHD, and chemical as well as process addictions. I hav

Let's work on improving your emotional, mental, spiritual, and/or social well-being. Be open to challenging yourself to meet and even exceed your potential and reach your goals in areas of your life such as finances, careers, and relationships with others. My experience, both personal and professional, are at your disposable to explore your life, feelings and relationships. I utilize a unique approach, focusing on the nature versus nurture aspect on how our behaviors, experiences, and feelings shape our daily lives and affect who we are.

As a bilingual therapist (English/Spanish), I am deeply committed to guiding individuals and couples through the intricate journey of healing from complex trauma. Within my practice, I specialize in providing support for those with an overactive nervous system, helping them not only navigate their past experiences but also empowering them to build resilience and find renewed purpose.