EMDR Therapists in Alafaya, FL

I applaud you for thinking about taking the first steps to come to counseling. It takes great courage to make that first phone call. Dealing with issues such as anger and depression takes determination and a desire to live a better life. I love counseling and working with clients. It's an amazing journey to help a client navigate issues and discover healthy living. I utilize EMDR Therapy which helps to heal traumatic experiences that are stuck in the brain. It helps relieve issues like anxiety, depression, feelings such as worthlessness or not in control. Click my website button to see a video introducing myself and my specialties.

Hi, welcome! I am a bilingual (English and Mandarin Chinese) licensed therapist. I work mainly with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief & loss, trauma/PTSD, self-esteem/confidence, or relationship issues. I also work with clients who want to work on self-growth and gain more insight in life. I believe each person comprises unique yet charismatic components that all contribute to narrating a cohesive personal story. According to your needs, I will tailor my treatment orientations to best serve your unique individuality.

Whether you are new to counseling or have previous experiences as a client in psychotherapy, I am glad you have found your way here. I work with adults in individual counseling on issues related to anger, anxiety, depression, and the effects of adverse childhood experiences - issues that can affect our relationships with ourselves, our friends, partners, spouses, and families. I also work with clients in relationship counseling to enhance communication, commitment, and connection, and to help navigate difficult relationship issues such as recovery from infidelity, intimacy and connection, and collaboration in daily life.

I believe that our past hurts and traumatic experiences impact the quality of our daily lives, often resulting in depression, anxiety, trust issues, troubled or dissatisfying relationships, poor work or school performance, and negative self-esteem. I work with clients to resolve past or present trauma, including problematic symptomology and dissociation stemming from complex trauma. I will walk with you to help facilitate opportunities to increase awareness and insight into your life, process problematic issues and augment your strengths , which can be a pathway of hope and positive change.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and have been practicing since 2016. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Central Florida and a Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Rollins College. I believe that you are the expert on your own life, and our sessions will revolve around your unique experiences, strengths, and goals. Laughter and authenticity are welcome, and I strive to create a warm environment where you can be yourself.

I meet clients where they are, looking to become a better version of themselves. Helping clients, identify their needs, achieve short and long-term goals by learning positive and effective coping skills. Understanding the complexities of their trauma and current mental health challenges. Most importantly developing a strong sense of self, identifying expectations, setting boundaries, building a health and positive relationship with themselves and others.

If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, recovering from complex trauma (C-PTSD) , PTSD, and/or facing a life transition that is affecting your life, I can help. As a neurodivergent therapist myself, I understand what it's like to be in search of a therapist that get it, that can sit with all the uncertainties. I can help you heal old wounds, understand yourself and your emotions better, and heal from trauma in a collaborative, safe, and multiculturally competent environment. I am also a qualified supervisor and can provide supervision to new mental health counselors in Florida.

I'm drawn to those who've faced life's unfair blows, carrying the weight of trauma. It's not about fixing; they're not broken. Their needs center around shedding the burden of feeling defective due to past experiences. Together, we navigate their history, aiming not to erase but to transform. The goal is a fresh perspective, a chance to unshackle from the past, and embrace a new lease on life—a journey filled with compassion, understanding, and authentic growth.

People are capable of achieving meaningful lasting change. Stressors will happen and supportive care can help. Though I am comfortable working with groups and couples, I specialize in helping individuals cope with stress, trauma, and addiction, developing new skills in communication and relationships, as well as changes in career and military service. LGBTQ+ folks are welcome. I have additional training in addictions, attachment, psychological care after disaster, EMDR therapy, and supervising new counselors.

Michele has over 26 years of experience working in the social services and behavioral healthcare fields providing case management, facilitation and training clinical assessment, instruction as an adjunct professor, curriculum and program development, program management, mentoring, therapy, and clinical supervision. Michele utilizes a client-centered, strengths-based approach in therapy with clients, identifying their treatment needs and utilizing appropriate evidenced-based treatment to achieve treatment outcomes. Michele's passion is helping individuals overcome challenges and obstacles to grow and reach their highest potential.

First of all, I just want to honor you for taking this step to invest in yourself. Working on yourself isn't easy but you don't have to do it alone. You recognize that you aren't happy or that you might be feeling stuck in your life but that something has to change. What keeps you where you are at? We can't keep doing the same thing over and over again and expect a different result. If you are ready to do something different, I want to help support you in that. I work with clients who are open and ready to learn new tools/ways to break their own limiting beliefs, create new ones, and embody the best version of themselves.

Welcome to the first step in your healing journey! I am a Certified EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) and EMI (Eye Movement Integration) trained therapist, who provides a safe, nonjudgmental place to explore, discover/rediscover, and develop the adaptive coping that will allow you to be the best version of yourself. I specialize in Anxiety, Grief and Mourning, Substance misuse, and trauma-related issues. I have 31 years of personal recovery & over 19 years of counseling experience; it has been my life's mission to walk with, cheer for, and empower those who are lost, wounded, or who simply need support.

As a Registered Clinical Social Work Intern I help clients with a variety of struggles from distressing life events to old patterns that are no longer serving you. My background is working with adult clients to achieve their goals. I help clients walk through stressful life events to create their ideal lives. I enjoy working with clients that are committed to making life changes and are ready to dive into their struggles and overcome them. I am an authentic and passionate therapist with interests in helping clients to explore their patterns, values, goals and build their ideal life.

I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Christian Sex Therapist. Specialities: EMDR, trauma, chronic pain, panic attacks, obesity, and sex therapy. Video sessions available. If you need help, call me, days, weekend, and evenings. I answer off hours. I give very personalized care, and even home sessions. Go to the national website HealthGrades.com for patient feedback and to review providers. I have all 5 stars, highest rating in Florida. Weekday and Sunday appointments are $150, Sex Therapy sessions are $150, and "IN HOME" sessions are $300 1hr, and $450 for 2hrs. Sliding scale for friend or Dr. referrals.

As we move through the stages of life, there may be changes that cause us to be faced with unexpected challenges. These are times it may help to process our experiences with another to decrease emotional distress or to explore different options. It may also help to gain an awareness of how learned behaviors, negative beliefs of self and unresolved issues from the past can affect our mental health. Once these are worked through, it may be easier to appreciate and embrace the here and now. It is important for me to provide a safe and supportive environment where emotions, beliefs, and concerns can be shared and worked through.