Family Therapy in Fort Myers, FL
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Christopher Santini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Myers, FL 33919 (Online Only)
My specialties include: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, bereavement, couples counseling and marital/family conflict, as well as unique training and insight into issues affecting the LGBTQ community.
As a clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience, I have had the privilege of working with culturally, economically and ethnically diverse individuals, families, couples and groups from all walks of life. I have practiced domestically and internationally including, NYC, California and most recently in Dublin, Ireland. (Please note that I am only taking tele-therapy clients and use a HIPPA approved site. I have found using tele-therapy to be very convenient for clients with challenging schedules).
My specialties include: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, bereavement, couples counseling and marital/family conflict, as well as unique training and insight into issues affecting the LGBTQ community.
As a clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience, I have had the privilege of working with culturally, economically and ethnically diverse individuals, families, couples and groups from all walks of life. I have practiced domestically and internationally including, NYC, California and most recently in Dublin, Ireland. (Please note that I am only taking tele-therapy clients and use a HIPPA approved site. I have found using tele-therapy to be very convenient for clients with challenging schedules).
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Carolina Ferrer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, QS, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Myers, FL 33913
Much of my professional experience includes a vast range of ages including children, adolescents, young adults, and seniors. I value the importance community connections by reducing the stigma of mental health in organizations as well as stress reduction techniques. I enjoy working with couples, and families who are struggling in communication. I specialize with overcoming life difficulties including trauma, grief and loss, relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, coping skills, self-esteem, infertility, family conflict and unexpected birthing outcomes. As well as overcoming perinatal/ maternal post-partum disorders.
Much of my professional experience includes a vast range of ages including children, adolescents, young adults, and seniors. I value the importance community connections by reducing the stigma of mental health in organizations as well as stress reduction techniques. I enjoy working with couples, and families who are struggling in communication. I specialize with overcoming life difficulties including trauma, grief and loss, relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, coping skills, self-esteem, infertility, family conflict and unexpected birthing outcomes. As well as overcoming perinatal/ maternal post-partum disorders.
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Life is Stressful. Change is Here! For 40 years, I have helped clients from all over the world, to learn how to deal with the stress of life: grief recovery, relationships, self esteem, permanent alcohol/ addiction recovery, emotional confusion, finances, relationships, personal identity, career choices, attitude, the breaking of family cycles, codependency and more. "One of the top Life Counselors/Life Coaches in the USA. " Lifetime Television. "The top relationship counselor." Marriage.com Join us at Davidessel.com. Work/Life balance, Emotional Regulation, Permanent Alcohol Recovery, Divorce prevention, David is with you!
Life is Stressful. Change is Here! For 40 years, I have helped clients from all over the world, to learn how to deal with the stress of life: grief recovery, relationships, self esteem, permanent alcohol/ addiction recovery, emotional confusion, finances, relationships, personal identity, career choices, attitude, the breaking of family cycles, codependency and more. "One of the top Life Counselors/Life Coaches in the USA. " Lifetime Television. "The top relationship counselor." Marriage.com Join us at Davidessel.com. Work/Life balance, Emotional Regulation, Permanent Alcohol Recovery, Divorce prevention, David is with you!
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Our practice is composed of psychologists and school psychologists focuses on mental health, learning, sleep, and adjustment difficulties related to career, school, and family matters.
I view therapy as a place to help clients discover their strengths and develop their own personal style in problem solving so that they can reach their full potential. I focus on using research-proven techniques but adjusts these to the clients' needs. I primarily used cognitive-behavioral and client-centered approaches to counsel children, adolescents, adults, and their families.
Our practice is composed of psychologists and school psychologists focuses on mental health, learning, sleep, and adjustment difficulties related to career, school, and family matters.
I view therapy as a place to help clients discover their strengths and develop their own personal style in problem solving so that they can reach their full potential. I focus on using research-proven techniques but adjusts these to the clients' needs. I primarily used cognitive-behavioral and client-centered approaches to counsel children, adolescents, adults, and their families.
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When working with individuals, I use a combination of Cognitive-Behavioral, Person-Centered, & Internal Family Systems therapies.
Do you worry a lot? Are you having trouble in your relationships? Do you have repetitive thoughts that interfere with your daily life? Maybe you are experiencing insomnia, or having a hard time focusing, or do you just need someone to talk to who will listen? My integrative, theoretical perspective is centered on your development. My primary goal is how to best meet your needs. I use an evolutionary approach which includes an exploration of where you are in the lifespan. I believe you and your unique life history deserve respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
When working with individuals, I use a combination of Cognitive-Behavioral, Person-Centered, & Internal Family Systems therapies.
Do you worry a lot? Are you having trouble in your relationships? Do you have repetitive thoughts that interfere with your daily life? Maybe you are experiencing insomnia, or having a hard time focusing, or do you just need someone to talk to who will listen? My integrative, theoretical perspective is centered on your development. My primary goal is how to best meet your needs. I use an evolutionary approach which includes an exploration of where you are in the lifespan. I believe you and your unique life history deserve respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
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Areas of Expertise: Anxiety Depression Grief Adjustment Difficulties Relationship and Family Issues Sleep Difficulties Therapeutic Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing.
Welcome to Wellworth Therapy, where your mental well-being is our top priority. I am Jessica Matthews, a dedicated and compassionate licensed therapist based in Florida. I am committed to providing high-quality care and offer online therapy sessions to meet the needs of children (ages 5-12), adolescents (13-18), college students, and adults up to age 65.
Areas of Expertise: Anxiety Depression Grief Adjustment Difficulties Relationship and Family Issues Sleep Difficulties Therapeutic Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing.
Welcome to Wellworth Therapy, where your mental well-being is our top priority. I am Jessica Matthews, a dedicated and compassionate licensed therapist based in Florida. I am committed to providing high-quality care and offer online therapy sessions to meet the needs of children (ages 5-12), adolescents (13-18), college students, and adults up to age 65.
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Sweitzer enjoys spending time with her family and is an avid runner.
Dr. Sweitzer has specialized training in the psychological, educational, and developmental assessment of children ages 3 to 19. She has worked in both public school systems and independent schools servicing elementary, middle, and high school students. Dr. Sweitzer conducts comprehensive neurodevelopmental and psychoeducational evaluations for dyslexia and other learning differences, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), mood disorders, and twice-exceptional (2e).
Sweitzer enjoys spending time with her family and is an avid runner.
Dr. Sweitzer has specialized training in the psychological, educational, and developmental assessment of children ages 3 to 19. She has worked in both public school systems and independent schools servicing elementary, middle, and high school students. Dr. Sweitzer conducts comprehensive neurodevelopmental and psychoeducational evaluations for dyslexia and other learning differences, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), mood disorders, and twice-exceptional (2e).
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Making sense of what is happening in the world, the neighborhood, the family and even within myself has taken on a new intensity and urgency! If you have lost the joy in your life, it is ok to reach out for help that enables that joy to emerge from deep within. Whatever your issue, contact me to see if there is a connection that makes a difference.
Making sense of what is happening in the world, the neighborhood, the family and even within myself has taken on a new intensity and urgency! If you have lost the joy in your life, it is ok to reach out for help that enables that joy to emerge from deep within. Whatever your issue, contact me to see if there is a connection that makes a difference.
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Experts advise that your search should consider the background, education, experience and treatment methods of any therapist you are considering. Dr. Joseph Coppolo Jr. is licensed in the states of Florida and New York. He received his doctoral degree from Yeshiva University, New York and also holds graduate degrees in Special Education and School Psychology. He has over 25 years experience working with individuals and families. Additionally, he treats those persons whose lives are disrupted by family conflict, stress, anxiety, depression, panic and obsessive compulsive disorders.
Experts advise that your search should consider the background, education, experience and treatment methods of any therapist you are considering. Dr. Joseph Coppolo Jr. is licensed in the states of Florida and New York. He received his doctoral degree from Yeshiva University, New York and also holds graduate degrees in Special Education and School Psychology. He has over 25 years experience working with individuals and families. Additionally, he treats those persons whose lives are disrupted by family conflict, stress, anxiety, depression, panic and obsessive compulsive disorders.
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Georgia A Bryce-Hutchinson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS, MSEE, CPLC, CTP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Fort Myers, FL 33905 (Online Only)
Is your teen experiencing emotional or behavioral issues at home or school? Is your family struggling with life transitions and burdened with relationship conflict? Are you a professional challenged with stress/burnout, workplace conflict, work-life balance, or your life's purpose? Is addiction threatening to tear your life and family apart? Since 2016, Georgia has dedicated herself to helping individuals, couples and whole families identify and work through underlying factors fueling these problems, improve their skills at effective conflict management, communication and boundary setting, and cultivate healthy stress coping skills.
Is your teen experiencing emotional or behavioral issues at home or school? Is your family struggling with life transitions and burdened with relationship conflict? Are you a professional challenged with stress/burnout, workplace conflict, work-life balance, or your life's purpose? Is addiction threatening to tear your life and family apart? Since 2016, Georgia has dedicated herself to helping individuals, couples and whole families identify and work through underlying factors fueling these problems, improve their skills at effective conflict management, communication and boundary setting, and cultivate healthy stress coping skills.
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My goal is to provide your child and family with tools to help everyone succeed no matter if the difficulties are surrounding school or behavioral difficulties at home.
I enjoy working with children and families who are struggling in school either academically, behaviorally, or emotionally. I primarily evaluate children and adolescents to assess the presence of learning disabilities, ADHD, autism, depression, and anxiety. My passion is helping children succeed at home and school through a combination of therapy, organizational coaching, behavior management, parental support and educational planning.
My goal is to provide your child and family with tools to help everyone succeed no matter if the difficulties are surrounding school or behavioral difficulties at home.
I enjoy working with children and families who are struggling in school either academically, behaviorally, or emotionally. I primarily evaluate children and adolescents to assess the presence of learning disabilities, ADHD, autism, depression, and anxiety. My passion is helping children succeed at home and school through a combination of therapy, organizational coaching, behavior management, parental support and educational planning.
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Dandelion Behavioral Health
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MS
Verified Verified
Fort Myers, FL 33907 (Online Only)
I am a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern and I have experience working with children ages 5-18, young adults and families.
My name is Vanessa, and I am accepting new telehealth clients through Dandelion Behavioral Health. I can be requested via phone call, email or website! I have a passion for working with children and families. I enjoy teaching the power of healthy communication and silence, support and resources and togetherness and boundaries.
I am a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern and I have experience working with children ages 5-18, young adults and families.
My name is Vanessa, and I am accepting new telehealth clients through Dandelion Behavioral Health. I can be requested via phone call, email or website! I have a passion for working with children and families. I enjoy teaching the power of healthy communication and silence, support and resources and togetherness and boundaries.
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Revive Family Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fort Myers, FL 33912
Are you looking for a supportive and collaborative space to heal yourself or your family relationships? Revive Family Counseling is here to help. We understand that every individual is unique, and we tailor our approach to meet your desired needs. Our experienced therapists are skilled in working with a wide range of challenges, including: - Communication problems - Conflict resolution - Anxiety- Depression- Parenting issues - Blended families - Divorce and separation - Grief and loss - Trauma - Marriage/Couples Counseling- Mental health conditions.
Are you looking for a supportive and collaborative space to heal yourself or your family relationships? Revive Family Counseling is here to help. We understand that every individual is unique, and we tailor our approach to meet your desired needs. Our experienced therapists are skilled in working with a wide range of challenges, including: - Communication problems - Conflict resolution - Anxiety- Depression- Parenting issues - Blended families - Divorce and separation - Grief and loss - Trauma - Marriage/Couples Counseling- Mental health conditions.
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Throughout our lifespan, we will be faced with transitions. Children experiences changes within the family as well as school, friends, and daily routine. Then there’s puberty, which brings about a whole new set of changes in a teenager. Early adulthood is full of change, as well as a search for meaning and purpose. Marriage, divorce, birth of children, death of parents, middle age, retirement, and on and on! Sometimes we can move through these transitions smoothly; however, other times it doesn’t go quite as well.
Throughout our lifespan, we will be faced with transitions. Children experiences changes within the family as well as school, friends, and daily routine. Then there’s puberty, which brings about a whole new set of changes in a teenager. Early adulthood is full of change, as well as a search for meaning and purpose. Marriage, divorce, birth of children, death of parents, middle age, retirement, and on and on! Sometimes we can move through these transitions smoothly; however, other times it doesn’t go quite as well.
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Kellie-Ann Torres
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Myers, FL 33907
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I come along side of you, your partner and/or family to help you figure out your barriers, how to overcome them and how to achieve stability. I also enjoy providing Premarital and Individual Counseling. I am able to provide therapy to clients who live anywhere in the State of Florida.
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I come along side of you, your partner and/or family to help you figure out your barriers, how to overcome them and how to achieve stability. I also enjoy providing Premarital and Individual Counseling. I am able to provide therapy to clients who live anywhere in the State of Florida.
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Jabneel Torres
Counselor, LMHC, MS, CFMHE, CAP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Myers, FL 33907
Waitlist for new clients
Allow my years of experience to help you and your family with your mental health needs.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Certified Addiction Professional, I strive to help individuals gain knowledge in their strengths. Mental Health Therapy does not have to be scary or uncomfortable. You and I will work together on your goals. Sometimes identifying core issues can be difficult but with the right talk therapy, clients are able to pin point the issues on their own and create a plan of action. I am bilingual in English and Spanish. I also provide forensic evaluations. Please call for a free consultation.
Allow my years of experience to help you and your family with your mental health needs.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Certified Addiction Professional, I strive to help individuals gain knowledge in their strengths. Mental Health Therapy does not have to be scary or uncomfortable. You and I will work together on your goals. Sometimes identifying core issues can be difficult but with the right talk therapy, clients are able to pin point the issues on their own and create a plan of action. I am bilingual in English and Spanish. I also provide forensic evaluations. Please call for a free consultation.
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Elevating Relationships: Couple to Couple Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fort Myers, FL 33913 (Online Only)
We believe in the hopeful possibilities within relationships, the healing process when things are not going so well, and we understand the difficult impact of uncoupling on the individual and the extended family.
We (Rashawn & Lori Brewster) offer a unique "couple to couple" counseling experience for relationships in all stages (dating, engaged, married, separated). Typical couples/marriage counseling is with 1 therapist but with Elevating Relationships you work with a married co-therapist team. We support relationship issues such as poor communication, harmful conflict cycle, loss of trust, feeling disconnected, and lackluster intimacy. We will partner with you to highlight the areas of your relationship that you’re not experiencing success in and provide research-based tools and guidance designed to cultivate an improved relationship.
We believe in the hopeful possibilities within relationships, the healing process when things are not going so well, and we understand the difficult impact of uncoupling on the individual and the extended family.
We (Rashawn & Lori Brewster) offer a unique "couple to couple" counseling experience for relationships in all stages (dating, engaged, married, separated). Typical couples/marriage counseling is with 1 therapist but with Elevating Relationships you work with a married co-therapist team. We support relationship issues such as poor communication, harmful conflict cycle, loss of trust, feeling disconnected, and lackluster intimacy. We will partner with you to highlight the areas of your relationship that you’re not experiencing success in and provide research-based tools and guidance designed to cultivate an improved relationship.
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Are you a parent who is concerned about your adolescent or young adult? Has your family life or marriage become chaotic? Is your teen engaging in risk-taking behaviors, or are they isolating themselves in their room? Are they having problems with a peer group or having school problems such as underachievement, truancy or fighting? Do you think that they be being bullied or cyber-bullied by other kids? Are you wondering if there might be a drug or alcohol problem? Do you worry about their sexual behavior ? Do they lie excessively or spend all their time on social media?
Are you a parent who is concerned about your adolescent or young adult? Has your family life or marriage become chaotic? Is your teen engaging in risk-taking behaviors, or are they isolating themselves in their room? Are they having problems with a peer group or having school problems such as underachievement, truancy or fighting? Do you think that they be being bullied or cyber-bullied by other kids? Are you wondering if there might be a drug or alcohol problem? Do you worry about their sexual behavior ? Do they lie excessively or spend all their time on social media?
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Selene Denis
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, RMHCI, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Myers, FL 33901
Are you someone ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing? Are you struggling with your partner? Whether you are a child, adolescent, adult or couple I am ready to help. You might be facing issues such as anxiety, stress, emotional regulation difficulties, or challenges within family dynamics. For children and adolescents, these challenges could include expressing emotions, dealing with trauma, or navigating the complexities of growing up. Parents might seek guidance to better support their children and create a harmonious family environment. I offer services in both English and Spanish to accommodate your needs.
Are you someone ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing? Are you struggling with your partner? Whether you are a child, adolescent, adult or couple I am ready to help. You might be facing issues such as anxiety, stress, emotional regulation difficulties, or challenges within family dynamics. For children and adolescents, these challenges could include expressing emotions, dealing with trauma, or navigating the complexities of growing up. Parents might seek guidance to better support their children and create a harmonious family environment. I offer services in both English and Spanish to accommodate your needs.
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Melanie Fisher
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, MPH, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Myers, FL 33905 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with individuals facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship issues, and family conflict.
As a therapist, my mission is to create a safe and inclusive space where clients feel empowered to share their stories, explore their experiences, build on their strengths, and cultivate resilience.
I specialize in working with individuals facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship issues, and family conflict.
As a therapist, my mission is to create a safe and inclusive space where clients feel empowered to share their stories, explore their experiences, build on their strengths, and cultivate resilience.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.