Emotionally Focused Therapists in Coral Springs, FL
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Coral Springs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Coral Springs, FL 33065
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
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Reesha Prince
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Coral Springs, FL 33065 (Online Only)
Her modalities include CBT, narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and emotionally focused therapy.
Reesha Prince is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 13 years of experience working with individuals and couples. In addition, she has experience working in both outpatient and inpatient settings. Her mission is to help and restore the relationships between couples and families, thereby creating a strong community with the intent of molding well-rounded citizens.
Her modalities include CBT, narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and emotionally focused therapy.
Reesha Prince is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 13 years of experience working with individuals and couples. In addition, she has experience working in both outpatient and inpatient settings. Her mission is to help and restore the relationships between couples and families, thereby creating a strong community with the intent of molding well-rounded citizens.
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Aesha Lomas
Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Coral Springs, FL 33067 (Online Only)
Life challenges can be perceived as obstacles. Have you ever thought that a challenge is a catalyst for change? Change promotes growth. Life evolves, and so should you. You are intelligently designed to self-actualize because of innate potentials. I operate as that external force to activate dormant potentials and meaningful transitions via enhancing self-discovery, radical acceptance and shifting perspectives. You will identify trauma blocks and evolve while making peace with your past. I assist with transforming pain into purpose. You will discover your greatest strengths and potentials, while realizing the purpose of your pain.
Life challenges can be perceived as obstacles. Have you ever thought that a challenge is a catalyst for change? Change promotes growth. Life evolves, and so should you. You are intelligently designed to self-actualize because of innate potentials. I operate as that external force to activate dormant potentials and meaningful transitions via enhancing self-discovery, radical acceptance and shifting perspectives. You will identify trauma blocks and evolve while making peace with your past. I assist with transforming pain into purpose. You will discover your greatest strengths and potentials, while realizing the purpose of your pain.
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Sandra Gordon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Coral Springs, FL 33065
Trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Gottman Therapy, and Prepare/Enrich, I'm equipped to help couples uncover their emotional needs and triggers using proven methods that enhance intimacy and improve communication.
Are you & your partner struggling with communication issues & lack of intimacy? Do your interactions often become hostile, defensive, & full of resentment? Perhaps infidelity has strained your marriage, leaving you to wonder if trust can ever be rebuilt after betrayal. Maybe you’ve been feeling unloved, invalidated, & disconnected from your partner, longing for the days when you felt seen and valued. You don’t have to navigate these challenges alone. In couples counseling, we can work together to repair your connection, reignite the spark that brought you together, & create a relationship where both partners feel love & respected.
Trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Gottman Therapy, and Prepare/Enrich, I'm equipped to help couples uncover their emotional needs and triggers using proven methods that enhance intimacy and improve communication.
Are you & your partner struggling with communication issues & lack of intimacy? Do your interactions often become hostile, defensive, & full of resentment? Perhaps infidelity has strained your marriage, leaving you to wonder if trust can ever be rebuilt after betrayal. Maybe you’ve been feeling unloved, invalidated, & disconnected from your partner, longing for the days when you felt seen and valued. You don’t have to navigate these challenges alone. In couples counseling, we can work together to repair your connection, reignite the spark that brought you together, & create a relationship where both partners feel love & respected.
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Susan V Block
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Coral Springs, FL 33076 (Online Only)
We utilize tools from the Gottman Method, EFT, Affair Recovery, CBT and more.
Is your marriage/relationship on the brink of separation or divorce? Is the lack of intimacy and connection causing you heartache? The constant arguing makes your head spin. You feel more like roommates than lovers. You're wondering, "What’s happened to us?" Everything gets swept under the rug with no resolution. It's a vicious cycle. You feel sad, confused, anxious, alone or even depressed. The relationship is in crisis, and you feel stuck. We can help! Our team of trusted therapists are ready to take your call. We create a confidential, safe space for our clients. Call or email TODAY to set up your complimentary consultation.
We utilize tools from the Gottman Method, EFT, Affair Recovery, CBT and more.
Is your marriage/relationship on the brink of separation or divorce? Is the lack of intimacy and connection causing you heartache? The constant arguing makes your head spin. You feel more like roommates than lovers. You're wondering, "What’s happened to us?" Everything gets swept under the rug with no resolution. It's a vicious cycle. You feel sad, confused, anxious, alone or even depressed. The relationship is in crisis, and you feel stuck. We can help! Our team of trusted therapists are ready to take your call. We create a confidential, safe space for our clients. Call or email TODAY to set up your complimentary consultation.
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Attachment Theory, Emotionally Focused Therapy and Trauma Incident Reduction (TIR) can resolve the past.
As human beings, we are hard-wired to be securely connected in relationship. We are happier and even live longer lives. At the same time, we are hard-wired to protect ourselves which can create a lot of conflict in relationship with others and with our authenticate self.
Attachment Theory, Emotionally Focused Therapy and Trauma Incident Reduction (TIR) can resolve the past.
As human beings, we are hard-wired to be securely connected in relationship. We are happier and even live longer lives. At the same time, we are hard-wired to protect ourselves which can create a lot of conflict in relationship with others and with our authenticate self.
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I am a certified Clinical and Transpersonal Hypnotherapist qualified to use various methods and techniques such as Hypnosis,Gestalt Therapy,Breath Work,Eye Movement Therapy dedicated to helping you live a life filled with peace ,physical and emotional well being.Hypnotherapy works effectively by accessing the subconscious mind to transform negative beliefs and process emotions toward unwanted behavior .Manage your Pain,Anxiety,Fear,Stress,PTSD Depressed feelings or improve your life to succeed in areas you may be feeling blocked.A Hypnotherapist can help you achieve goals in as little as 6-10 sessions to produce long term transformation.
I am a certified Clinical and Transpersonal Hypnotherapist qualified to use various methods and techniques such as Hypnosis,Gestalt Therapy,Breath Work,Eye Movement Therapy dedicated to helping you live a life filled with peace ,physical and emotional well being.Hypnotherapy works effectively by accessing the subconscious mind to transform negative beliefs and process emotions toward unwanted behavior .Manage your Pain,Anxiety,Fear,Stress,PTSD Depressed feelings or improve your life to succeed in areas you may be feeling blocked.A Hypnotherapist can help you achieve goals in as little as 6-10 sessions to produce long term transformation.
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Sharayne Douglas
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MA, RMFTI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coral Springs, FL 33065
Are you struggling with self esteem, self image, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, boundaries or more? Our call will allow us to discuss whatever is on your heart! I have been trained to provide tools and professional insight in efforts to unlock your inner purpose and light, despite negative occurrences or habits that may have happened over time. Whether you've been healing on your own or are at the beginning your journey, there is a place for you here! We will simultaneously work together to unpack, heal and gain new perspectives on the issues you may be facing.
Are you struggling with self esteem, self image, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, boundaries or more? Our call will allow us to discuss whatever is on your heart! I have been trained to provide tools and professional insight in efforts to unlock your inner purpose and light, despite negative occurrences or habits that may have happened over time. Whether you've been healing on your own or are at the beginning your journey, there is a place for you here! We will simultaneously work together to unpack, heal and gain new perspectives on the issues you may be facing.
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Stephanie Eckler
Counselor, MPsy, LMHC
Verified Verified
Coral Springs, FL 33067
Not accepting new clients
Anxiety, autism spectrum, parenting stress, depression, loss/grief, relationship/social challenges, life transitions, teen issues, obsessions/compulsions, and emotional stresses. Stephanie is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who holds a Master of Science degree in Clinical Psychology, is a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional, and a Certified Mindfulness-informed Clinician with many years of experience delivering evidence based psychotherapy such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), strength based approaches, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness-based interventions.
Anxiety, autism spectrum, parenting stress, depression, loss/grief, relationship/social challenges, life transitions, teen issues, obsessions/compulsions, and emotional stresses. Stephanie is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who holds a Master of Science degree in Clinical Psychology, is a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional, and a Certified Mindfulness-informed Clinician with many years of experience delivering evidence based psychotherapy such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), strength based approaches, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness-based interventions.
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Do you feel like you would like to change your life and don’t know how? Are you feeling down, lonely, unmotivated, or not knowing what to do? Do you have problems at work or with your family or friends? Life challenges can become difficult to handle when we are alone and sometimes we need someone objective who we can trust and can help us. I am a bilingual Licensed Mental Health Counselor dedicated to helping people get better and feel good about themselves and life. I work with individual clients in person and online, in English and Spanish, ages 18 and up. Call me for a free 15-minute phone consultation.
Do you feel like you would like to change your life and don’t know how? Are you feeling down, lonely, unmotivated, or not knowing what to do? Do you have problems at work or with your family or friends? Life challenges can become difficult to handle when we are alone and sometimes we need someone objective who we can trust and can help us. I am a bilingual Licensed Mental Health Counselor dedicated to helping people get better and feel good about themselves and life. I work with individual clients in person and online, in English and Spanish, ages 18 and up. Call me for a free 15-minute phone consultation.
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Michelle Albo- Let's Talk 4 Health
Counselor, LMHC, MCAP
Verified Verified
Coral Springs, FL 33071 (Online Only)
It's my goal to create a comfortable, safe environment , where we will work together to achieve solutions in a highly confidential and professional way. With over 30 years of experience, I offer support for trauma, mood issues, and anxiety, and depression. Trained in EMDR and with a masters certification in addiction counseling, I work with clients to set clear and achievable goals. Your well-being is my priority and I'll provide caring guidance as we navigate life's challenges together. Let's uncover your path to fulfillment, peace and healing.
It's my goal to create a comfortable, safe environment , where we will work together to achieve solutions in a highly confidential and professional way. With over 30 years of experience, I offer support for trauma, mood issues, and anxiety, and depression. Trained in EMDR and with a masters certification in addiction counseling, I work with clients to set clear and achievable goals. Your well-being is my priority and I'll provide caring guidance as we navigate life's challenges together. Let's uncover your path to fulfillment, peace and healing.
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Counselor, LMHC, CPR, EMDR, CBT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Coral Springs, FL 33076 (Online Only)
You made it! You took the necessary courageous leap to seek help. Whether you deal with anxiety, panic, depression, addiction, phobia/s, recently suffered a loss, or survived trauma, ... you are not alone. Others before you have made it through with an ability to see the world with fresh eyes and create the life they once only dreamt of. Guess, "What?" You Can Too! If we decide we are a good fit, My team and I are here to offer you professional guidance and empirically validated interventions individualized to meet your needs that will make the journey All Worth It!
You made it! You took the necessary courageous leap to seek help. Whether you deal with anxiety, panic, depression, addiction, phobia/s, recently suffered a loss, or survived trauma, ... you are not alone. Others before you have made it through with an ability to see the world with fresh eyes and create the life they once only dreamt of. Guess, "What?" You Can Too! If we decide we are a good fit, My team and I are here to offer you professional guidance and empirically validated interventions individualized to meet your needs that will make the journey All Worth It!
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Why do people seek psychotherapy and psychological counseling? Life brings challenges that make people discouraged. They find themselves facing problems and stressful situations which cause them to experience loneliness, anxiety, insomnia, sadness or anger. People hope to gain a better understanding of themselves and their situations. The goal in Therapy is to make your life work better. I focus on identifying and altering self-defeating behaviors through insight and awareness. This results in less self defeating choices and a greater sense of well being. Insight and Mindfulness are the tools of change.
Why do people seek psychotherapy and psychological counseling? Life brings challenges that make people discouraged. They find themselves facing problems and stressful situations which cause them to experience loneliness, anxiety, insomnia, sadness or anger. People hope to gain a better understanding of themselves and their situations. The goal in Therapy is to make your life work better. I focus on identifying and altering self-defeating behaviors through insight and awareness. This results in less self defeating choices and a greater sense of well being. Insight and Mindfulness are the tools of change.
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Welcome! I am so glad you are here. My name is Lauren, and I am a licensed mental health counselor at Genesis Counseling in Coral Springs, FL, and virtually throughout Florida. In my approach to counseling I value developing a strong therapeutic relationship with all of my clients as I believe it is vital for personal growth and healing to occur. I tailor treatment to each individual as I maintain ongoing collaboration and communication with them. I truly understand that individuals are resilient and they have the power within themselves to gain self-awareness and make positive changes in their lives.
Welcome! I am so glad you are here. My name is Lauren, and I am a licensed mental health counselor at Genesis Counseling in Coral Springs, FL, and virtually throughout Florida. In my approach to counseling I value developing a strong therapeutic relationship with all of my clients as I believe it is vital for personal growth and healing to occur. I tailor treatment to each individual as I maintain ongoing collaboration and communication with them. I truly understand that individuals are resilient and they have the power within themselves to gain self-awareness and make positive changes in their lives.
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Daniela Krotzer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, EMDR-C, IFS-C, CDBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coral Springs, FL 33076 (Online Only)
The past years have been challenging for everyone, bringing about new behaviors in loved ones or ourselves and resurfacing past traumas. Whether it's "big T" traumas like abuse or "little t" traumas like rejection, these experiences can keep us stuck in the past. But there is a way to break free from their grip. Sign up today for a consultation at drdanielakrotzer.com and take the first step towards living a life free from the impact of these traumas.
The past years have been challenging for everyone, bringing about new behaviors in loved ones or ourselves and resurfacing past traumas. Whether it's "big T" traumas like abuse or "little t" traumas like rejection, these experiences can keep us stuck in the past. But there is a way to break free from their grip. Sign up today for a consultation at drdanielakrotzer.com and take the first step towards living a life free from the impact of these traumas.
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Life consistently brings challenges and as human beings, we struggle in ways that can be painful and difficult to overcome. I am dual licensed in NY and FL and work with clients via a telemedicine platform. My therapeutic approach is warm, empathic and supportive as I believe that the relationship I develop with clients is tantamount to healing and growth. I believe that positive and lasting change comes from both a deepened understanding and insight into one's self, coupled with the development of coping strategies/skills to manage distress. I am collaborative and work to tailor my treatment to my client's individual needs.
Life consistently brings challenges and as human beings, we struggle in ways that can be painful and difficult to overcome. I am dual licensed in NY and FL and work with clients via a telemedicine platform. My therapeutic approach is warm, empathic and supportive as I believe that the relationship I develop with clients is tantamount to healing and growth. I believe that positive and lasting change comes from both a deepened understanding and insight into one's self, coupled with the development of coping strategies/skills to manage distress. I am collaborative and work to tailor my treatment to my client's individual needs.
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Do you begin your day with a sense of dread for what the day will bring or how you will cope? Are you feeling frustrated from not knowing what to do or where to turn to change the situation you are in? Hi and welcome! I am a compassionate and patient therapist, who believes you are an essential participant in your growth and healing process. One of my main focuses is to build a therapeutic environment that is caring, supportive, safe and confidential. Together, we will use a variety of techniques to help you in overcoming your challenges, set personal goals and work towards desired change.
Do you begin your day with a sense of dread for what the day will bring or how you will cope? Are you feeling frustrated from not knowing what to do or where to turn to change the situation you are in? Hi and welcome! I am a compassionate and patient therapist, who believes you are an essential participant in your growth and healing process. One of my main focuses is to build a therapeutic environment that is caring, supportive, safe and confidential. Together, we will use a variety of techniques to help you in overcoming your challenges, set personal goals and work towards desired change.
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Stephen Eric Bradbery
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coral Springs, FL 33065
You might be feeling anxious lately, without knowing the cause, and this anxiety is making you feel isolated and alone. Or perhaps it's harder to muster up the energy for life, - you feel heavy or irritable and the things you used to do with ease are now drudgery. You're not sure why. Confused and lost in a maze of difficult emotions, you don't know what to do. You know that there is more to yourself and your life if you can just change the way you are feeling, but you don't know how.
You might be feeling anxious lately, without knowing the cause, and this anxiety is making you feel isolated and alone. Or perhaps it's harder to muster up the energy for life, - you feel heavy or irritable and the things you used to do with ease are now drudgery. You're not sure why. Confused and lost in a maze of difficult emotions, you don't know what to do. You know that there is more to yourself and your life if you can just change the way you are feeling, but you don't know how.
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Do you think "I’m not good enough, I never do anything right, and I’m a bad person?" Or maybe you believe that you’re too sensitive and everything is your fault? Have these thoughts and beliefs been part of you for as long as you can remember? Have you ever thought of what your life could be like without them? And how your life could be if you felt self-assured, empowered, and confident?
Do you think "I’m not good enough, I never do anything right, and I’m a bad person?" Or maybe you believe that you’re too sensitive and everything is your fault? Have these thoughts and beliefs been part of you for as long as you can remember? Have you ever thought of what your life could be like without them? And how your life could be if you felt self-assured, empowered, and confident?
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Aurelia Melloul Bickler
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Coral Springs, FL 33067
I specialize in high conflict couples, aiming to help them reconnect to each other and/or to their desired goals. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and an AAMFT and State Approved Supervisor. My passion lies in helping individuals, couples and families find their FORWARD by guiding them through their times of need.
I specialize in high conflict couples, aiming to help them reconnect to each other and/or to their desired goals. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and an AAMFT and State Approved Supervisor. My passion lies in helping individuals, couples and families find their FORWARD by guiding them through their times of need.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.