Relational Therapists in Bonita Springs, FL

I have been a Licensed Clinical Psychologist for 25 years. I have worked with people who experience trauma, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, addiction, personality disorders, to name just a few. I work with adolescents and adults. I provide individual, marriage/pre-marital, family and group counseling. Therefore, I believe that I can offer a broad range of counseling training and experience.

Natalia German is a Clinical Mental Health Registered Intern with the state of Florida, working towards her Clinical Licensure. Natalia earned her bachelor’s degree from Capella University. Recently, she completed her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Liberty University. Natalia has previous experience working with children in the school setting in Collier County, where she was a student intern. Natalia has experience being a victim’s advocate/counselor with Project HELP since May of 2022. She has seen clients across the lifespan presenting with grief, victimization, depression, PTSD, and relational distress.

Going to a strange office and talking about your most personal issues with someone you've never met can be a difficult, sensitive task. I appreciate that people experience problems and challenges in their life. My approach with children, adults, families and couples is to help them feel comfortable, respected and hopeful about their situation. Depending upon the problem, I utilize best practice strategies to help clients find solutions to their problems and build a path to success. That may take the form of cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma focused therapy, relational therapy, Neurofeedback, and stress management.

Struggling with anxiety, sadness, isolation, or overwhelming emotions? Want to feel empowered and motivated to tackle your life head on? I'd love to work with you! My recent work has been in attachment wounds, trauma, and DBT skills-based education. My approach is tailored to your individual personality and past experiences. We cn work together to help you set and achieve realistic goals. I enjoy helping clients struggling with depression, anxiety, traumatic experiences, relational difficulties, and more.

I am also a FL Qualified MFT/MHC Supervisor

For over 30 years I have helped individuals, couples and famlies in Miami, and more recently in Bonita Springs, Naples and Estero. Increasing safety while restoring connection and full aliveness to relationships is my goal when working with couples and families. I am a Clinical Member of the American Association of Marriage & Family Therapists, and a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist, using methods conceived by Harville Hendrix (author of "Getting The Love You Want"). I am also trained in the Gottman method of couples therapy, and am experienced in addressing conflict and crisis situations for couples.

I believe in working closely with each client in empowering them to reach their optimal potential. As a motivated and committed team, we will work together to increase your capacity for problem-solving and coping with daily and life stressors. I have a reputation for being a very involved therapist with an interactive approach. You are not in this alone. I have an extensive history of working with various clients, relationships, and issues in private practice and in inpatient and outpatient settings.

Phone and Teleconferencing are now being used during the pandemic. This is a good time to work on issues that you and your partner may have been too busy to focus on before. Are you anxious or depressed? Do you want to create a better life for yourself but you are unsure how to make the changes you want? Are you in a relationship where the fighting is becoming greater than the satisfaction of being with your partner? Have you or your partner had an affair? Is your sex life a disappointment? Are you and your partner experiencing the intimacy you yearn for inside and outside the bedroom? Are you struggling with sexual pain?

You will reach out to me because there is something in your life that feels wrong, or an event that you don't feel equipped to cope with. Perhaps you have a long-term concern that you finally want to come to terms with. We will look at the circumstances that brought you to this point, and together we will build on your strengths and work towards goals that are manageable for you.It takes courage to change; it often takes some emotional pain to bring you here, as well. Whatever has brought you here, I salute you for taking that first step! We will always work at your pace, and I will always be straightforward with you!

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or lost? Are you struggling to cope with life's challenges? Are you looking for a safe and supportive space to explore your thoughts and emotions? If so, therapy can help. At my therapy practice, I offer compassionate and personalized counseling services to help you navigate life's ups and downs. I strive to provide a non-judgmental and confidential environment where you can open up and express yourself freely, without fear of being criticized or misunderstood. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, or any other mental health concern, I’m here to help.

Hello and welcome! I am so excited to see that you are seeking therapy services. Meaningful therapy is an essential part of healing, and we all have parts of our life that have impacted us. Through therapy, we can address those experiences which allow us to develop true compassion towards self to allow safety in healing.

Are you looking for couples or pre-marital counseling; marriage and family therapy; assistance with relationship problems or worried about sexual dysfunction? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or low self-esteem; experiencing career or life changes; suffering from loss or grief? Do you need an experienced professional therapist who is kind, warm, thoughtful and down-to-earth to work with? I have more than 35 years of successful experience in therapy and counseling and I realize that taking the first step toward getting help is often the most difficult.

Perhaps your life isn't headed in the direction you had hoped for. Life can get difficult at times and counseling can truly make the difference for you. Seeking help is both a simple and courageous act that supports one's need for expression. There are times that we need to connect with someone; to feel heard, to feel respected and to be validated. The purpose of psychotherapy is to help you improve your life as you navigate the process of change so that life can be filled with greater possibilities for fulfillment and peace.

We understand it takes courage to reach out for help. Whether you are looking to release pain from the past, reduce worries about the future, or process through present challenges, we can accomplish your goals together. We tailor evidence based treatments with a gentle approach to meet your individual or family needs. Specialties include trauma (PTSD & C-PTSD), stress, anxiety, & adjustment to life transitions (grief/loss, illness including cancer & other health issues, relocation, & other life changes). From traditional talk therapy to crisis stabilization following a recent event, we can help you navigate through life's obstacles.

Are you a woman who has experienced abuse of any kind? The type of abuse may include physical, emotional, verbal and sexual abuse. I have extensive experience working with women who have been in abusive relationships. I also have a passion for working with women's issues such as trauma, self-esteem, body image, parenting, relationship issues, to name a few.

We all want to feel connected, right? To feel we belong and are seen, understood, valued and accepted for who we are. Often, how we protect ourselves from our own fears and vulnerabilities keeps us from allowing others to really know who we are. We hide our tender hearts and limit our true selves, for fear of being hurt. However, in doing so, we live "small;" our lives and our relationships can become diminished, unsatisfying, and hopeless. Wouldn't you rather live in truth, shining your brightest light?

If you hope to make changes, grow, or overcome obstacles in your life, I would be pleased to meet with you. I am a Licensed Psychologist with a doctoral degree and over 20 years of experience with helping clients to meet their goals. My approach to therapy is strength-based, inclusive, and client-centered, using a wide range of therapeutic approaches including cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, skills training, interpersonal and systems interventions. Within the framework of a safe, nonjudgmental, and private therapeutic relationship, I work collaboratively with you to make progress, heal, achieve growth, and find fulfillment.

I like to work with individuals and couples to help them develop more curiosity about their challenges so that they gain insight into what keeps them from living more abundantly. When indicated, I also explore the roots of personal problems so that people can achieve deeper understanding about themselves and the core issues that get in the way from living more freely and getting the most from their relationships.

I work with individuals from adolescence through adulthood, and specialize in Health Psychology. I am most concerned with the psychological, behavioral, and cultural factors that contribute to health and wellness. I have been in private practice since 2014 and completed training in EMDR in 2016. Treating physical and emotional trauma is my primary focus, specifically in first responder populations.