Therapists in Bradenton, FL

I am a licensed mental health counselor in Florida with over 15 years of experience. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including addictions (drugs, alcohol, gambling, eating, shopping, and hoarding), depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, trauma, children and adolescents in foster care, OCD, and eating disorders. I am a qualified supervisor for therapists, have treated professionals with substance abuse disorders to maintain their licensure, and was employed as a psycho-forensic evaluator for the Public Defender's Office in Delaware.

I am a licensed mental health counselor in Florida, with over 25 years of experience working as a counselor, college professor, and consultant. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, lifestyle changes, personality disorders, Bipolar disorder and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical and emotional trauma, as well as substance abuse issues. My counseling style is considerate and personable. I believe in treating all people with compassion, respect, and sensitivity, and I believe that you know yourself best.

I have more than 15 years of experience working with children and adolescents with a wide range of mental health concerns, such as ADHD, trauma, abuse, adoption/foster care, depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, and Autism, just to name a few. I use techniques such as play therapy, art therapy, and traditional talk therapy with my clients, based on their age and preferences.

The ideal client aspires to personal growth and fulfillment, grappling with self-doubt, stress, and unclear goals. They seek clarity, confidence, and strategies to overcome obstacles, all with the aim of leading a more meaningful, balanced life. Their deepest desire is to unlock their potential, find purpose, and ultimately achieve a happier, more fulfilling future.

I am both a Professional Counselor and Rehabilitation Counselor. I conduct therapy sessions in English and in Spanish. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of New Mexico and a Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern in the state of Florida. ​I have also passed the Florida DCF Level 2 (state and federal) background check which allows me to work with children in school settings. When you're ready... I'm here to offer you a confidential place to be open without fear of judgment. Contact me at Suncoast Psychotherapy and Associates by going to www.SuncoastPsychotherapy.com. Click on New Clients Tab and submit.

Do you feel alone with your feelings? If you are struggling with daily challenges and life stressors you do not need to tackle this on your own. Sometimes taking the step to talk with someone about ourselves can be a difficult one. I believe receiving support and having a witness to your experience and feelings can help empower you to heal and to live your life the way you choose.

Let's work together to help you meet your goals. Are you going through a life transition, anxious, depressed, experiencing grief? Life can definitely get overwhelming and often times we come to a point in life, where doing it on our own is no longer working for us. I like to join my clients in helping them work through and meet their goals and come to a place in which they are feeling and doing much better. I will carefully listen, assess and work with you to help get you to the place you want to be. So this is a journey we can take toghether and I would be honored to help my clients get to that place.

Unfortunately, counseling/therapy is still often viewed as reserved mostly for individuals with severe mental disorders.The truth is that all healthy individuals, of all ages, cultures, social and economic backgrounds, experience difficulties in life and there is nothing wrong or shameful in asking for a helping hand. As a experienced therapist I offer counseling sessions for children, adults, seniors and couples.

My clinical experience encompasses working in a multitude of settings such as mental health agencies, private practice, public school systems, and home-based services. I have a great deal of specialized training and experience in addressing depression, stress & anxiety, PTSD, relationship & familial conflict, and substance abuse. Providing counseling support often includes helping with adjusting to life changes and transitions, including coping with grief and loss as well as helping those who are or have been in traumatic and/or abusive situations.

Have you been feeling overwhelmed with life's struggles or failing relationships? Have you been struggling with anxiety, anger, depression, shame, or low self esteem? Or maybe you're beginning to feel hopeless when trying to reconnect with your partner on a meaningful level. My goal is to help you harness your inner resources to thrive and authentically enjoy life again. When working together we will create a collaborative journey providing you with a safe space to explore your struggles, heal past traumas, create lasting connections, and identify your personal strengths as well as develop new tools to achieve healing and growth.

I have over 22 years of experience as a psychotherapist, practicing in various settings. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in both the State of Florida and New York, having earned two Master's degrees from Long Island University. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. I hold certifications in several treatment modalities including Brain Paint (Neurofeedback), Beautiful Me (self-esteem program for teens), Nature Informed Therapy, mindfulness and trauma resolution. I take a holistic approach to healing that helps to uncover the root cause of non-productive thoughts, feelings and behaviors.

I have diagnosed and worked with hundreds of women of all ages and have found that many are struggling daily with feelings of sadness, low self-esteem, decrease in motivation, ongoing worry, fatigue, poor sleep, racing thoughts, self-doubt and much more. I recognize and confidently address the various symptoms that present themselves as the result of a fast paced, social media driven and pressure filled life. Perhaps you are struggling with past trauma and feel unsure how to heal from it. You are not alone. I recognize the hesitation associated with beginning to engage in therapy, be proud you are taking the first step.

My Journey to becoming a therapist began after a career in teaching and raising my three boys. My passion has always been working with children, but as a therapist, I have the ability to help people of all ages. I have a background in working with trauma, adoption, divorce, parent coaching, and the child welfare system, and I have experience working with young children, teens and adults. I specialize in working with children and families who are struggling with child behaviors, life circumstances, family dynamics, adult, relationships, or parent, child relationships, and seek greater connection, harmony, and resiliency in life.

When life just gets too hard, my job is to help empower people to get where they want and need to be. Whether a person is struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, life transitions, family of origin issues, current relationships, or problems at work, I put my all into working alongside clients to draw out internal strengths and build a new, wonderful life. I am here to listen and to work alongside them so that they leave therapy much stronger and more hopeful than when they first came in. Together, we draw out strengths, transform old patterns, and build toward a new life: Life can get better!

You look at your adolescent and wonder what happened to your sweet, happy kid? Your parent intuition tells you something is not right. There are so many changes, too fast. Adolescence is a stage of life that brings with it a lot of change, physically, socially, and emotionally. Whether your child is entering adolescence, in the middle of adolescence or at the end of adolescence, each stage brings its challenges. Not addressing issues presented with your teen can lead to risky behaviors. Most parents brace themselves and suffer through it, as does their teen but it doesn't have to be this way!

With compassion and understanding, I will help you use your inner strength to make the changes needed to heal from past traumas, feel better and create a more fulfilling life. If you are feeling stuck or paralyzed by challenges that are overwhelming like depression, anxiety, grief, broken marriages or fractured relationships, I can help you find acceptance, grieve the loss of the old life and restore hope for the future.

** Now accepting new clients in person or via telehealth! ** I’m passionate about connecting with others in a meaningful way, sharing their challenges and successes. I view therapy less about giving advice and more about listening, understanding, and problem solving together. I specialize in working with children, tweens, teens, young adults (college) and pre and postpartum moms.

Do you want to turn crises into opportunities for growth? Do you want to heal the pain from the past and experience the life that you want in the present? Do you want to learn how to cherish your partner and live in peaceful harmony? Do you want to work through past traumas, change dysfunctional family patterns and shed outdated defenses? Problems in life are unavoidable, but suffering is a choice. Trying to elude the pain of life's challenges can leave you stuck in stress, anxiety, and depression.

I am a compassionate therapist who enjoys working with youth, adolescents and adults of all populations. I have experience assisting clients struggling with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma and stress related disorders and other challenges that may impact relationships and overall mental health. I am flexible in my treatment approach with clients, utilizing a variety of evidenced based practices including; cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy and more. My professional goal is to provide a safe place for clients to share, build upon strengths and meet goals to improve their lives.