In Person Therapists in Belle Isle, FL

If you are struggling with life issues and/or grief you do not have to struggle alone. I genuinely love people and enjoy helping individuals on their life journey. I offer hope, help, and healing, as well as provide appropriate coping strategies as you make positive changes to enhance your life journey. My education and life experience give me a unique and seasoned perspective to help you become mentally whole and healthy/as well as, offer support as you are striving to utilize your God-given gifts, talents, and discover your dreams.

One of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. Life can be challenging, but I believe that we all have the strength and resilience to grow and change. Therapy is a challenging, yet encouraging process that involves self-reflection and honest conversation. I am a bilingual licensed clinical social worker with 20 plus years of experience to create a space for you to feel comfortable and open, to help you reach your goals, in a supportive, empathetic, and compassionate space.

If you are reading this, chances are you have a child or teenager in need of counseling. Maybe you feel worn out by parenting challenges you never anticipated... or perhaps your precious child was exposed to hurts that you were not there to control. If you can relate, I am so glad you are here. I specialize with children and teens, ages 3-18, who have a history of trauma or attachment wounding. You might notice your child experiencing intense anger outbursts, aggression, shut downs, anxiety, depression, & more. These are just clues to a deeper root.

"Your vision will become clear only when you can look into your own heart. Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes". - Carl Jung. Sometimes we can feel stuck in life and need to seek help to gain a new perspective. I am a counselor who offers services in English and Portuguese. Coming from a multicultural background I have the experience to work with individuals from diverse social, cultural and religious backgrounds. My passion is to help my clients feel seen, heard and understood. I establish an environment of trust where they can feel safe and accepted and ultimately heal and achieve their counseling goals.

Too often it feels like you are so overwhelmed and stressed out you just want to quit.  Or the insecurities and fears start to take over and paralyze you.  Maybe your are a parent who is at a breaking point with your kid’s behaviors you are lost and feel like a failure.  Is the shame and pain from the hurts you have experienced in you life making it too painful to get out of bed or feel any sense of happiness? Maybe it hurts to look in the mirror and not hate the image looking back at you. Maybe you look like you have it all together but inside you feel like you are a fraud or are at your breaking point.

Hello. My name is Diane Marshall, LMHC (MH10148). My focus is on thought processing, emotionally reacting, and understanding behavior as a result. I will meet you where you are in your process of help, hope, and change. I have spent of my career working with clients from crisis, to safety, diagnostics, risk management, treatment, and discharge planning clients of all ages.

Choosing the right therapist is a significant part of the ongoing healing process. Therapy is most effective in an environment centered on acceptance, freedom, and self-discovery. Such support should always feel within reach for everyone, especially in times of greatest necessity. However, from pricing to scheduling availability, finding a counselor can sometimes seem more stressful than it's worth. These details do not even account for marginalized groups' barriers to receiving care.

If you are having a difficult time dealing and would like to speak to someone to clarify your thoughts or figure out what to do next, it might be a good time to reach out for therapy. A lot of people feel isolated with their problems and have nobody to turn to about what really matters to them. You may feel like your past is not letting you have any peace and looking to move forward. Life is difficult and learning how to cope with the ups and downs is important, especially if you have been diagnosed with a mental illness like depression, anxiety, bipolar, schizophrenia, etc. or have suffered a loss or setback in your personal life.

Are you navigating the complex journey of adolescence and/or young adulthood, feeling overwhelmed by the challenges life throws your way? Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, or the pressure of societal expectations? Are you seeking support to better understand yourself, manage emotions, or enhance your relationships? I understand the unique struggles that individuals in this phase of life face. Whether it's academic stress, identity exploration, relationship difficulties, or coping with life transitions, my goal is to empower you to overcome these obstacles and thrive.

My name is Alexa (Lex) Buford and I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based out of Palm Harbor, Florida and working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with adolescents, teenagers, and adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stress, and eating disorders. My approach to therapy is supportive and collaborative. I have found that my style and approach is a good fit for teens and adults navigating difficult life transitions, stressors of daily life, social pressures, relationship issues, as well as eating disorders. Many of my clients have depression and anxiety.

My first career as an educator has gifted me the ability to work with adolescents and young adults, but where ever you are on your journey my clients are seeking to uncover their authentic selves. I will provide a safe and therapeutic environment for you to process internal and external expectations while deepening compassion and love for yourself. You will begin to thrive in your interpersonal relationships while learning to love and fully accept yourself...and we may even have a little fun in the process.

Helping people reach their personal goals is one of the most rewarding parts of my work as a therapist. I believe that we carry the means of healing and growth within us. Therefore, you as the client will choose the direction of therapy. Many times, we just need some help listening to ourselves, clarifying our goals, and choosing the means to reach them. I see myself as a guide and resource on your journey; you decide where we are going and I do everything I can to help you get there. The sessions and course of treatment will be as structured or free-flowing as you decide.

What a great day for change! Especially now, during these uncomfortable times. I would be so honored to have the opportunity to work in partnership with you in overcoming life's hurdles. My practice is geared towards working with those that struggle with depression, severe anxiety, and trauma. I work with young professionals and millennial women that are struggling with balancing their career and personal goals. I completely understand the difficulty in deciding to seek help and I'm so happy that you've made the choice to feel better! Let's work together to address your needs, obstacles, and achieve your goals, together.

Mark DeYoung is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over twenty-five years experience counseling and helping families and children. He currently provides Telehealth counseling services for families in Texas, Arizona and Florida. His private practice includes work with marriages, parents, teens, young children, foster children, adoptive families, and individual adult clients. Dr. DeYoung is an award-winning author of the book Revolutionary Marriage - How to Have a Marriage that Changes the World. He has presented his marriage conference internationally.