Adoption Therapists in Hialeah, FL
My specialty is adoption and adoption related issues (including but not limited to, attachment, grief and loss, identity, search, the primal wound, worthiness, open adoption, pre-adoption education etc.
I have been a therapist for over 25 years. I have a Master's in Social Work and a Master's in Education. I am also a certified Pet Bereavement Specialist. I utilize a narrative therapy style. I prioritize building a strong foundation of trust in my client relationships and creating a safe environment for them. I believe that long-term healing and sustainable growth blossom from genuine conversation. This style of therapy highlights an opportunity for me to bear witness to your story, validate your experience, and support you in moving forward. I Incorporate various treatment approaches to suit the individual client's needs.
My specialty is adoption and adoption related issues (including but not limited to, attachment, grief and loss, identity, search, the primal wound, worthiness, open adoption, pre-adoption education etc.
I have been a therapist for over 25 years. I have a Master's in Social Work and a Master's in Education. I am also a certified Pet Bereavement Specialist. I utilize a narrative therapy style. I prioritize building a strong foundation of trust in my client relationships and creating a safe environment for them. I believe that long-term healing and sustainable growth blossom from genuine conversation. This style of therapy highlights an opportunity for me to bear witness to your story, validate your experience, and support you in moving forward. I Incorporate various treatment approaches to suit the individual client's needs.
Merlyn Asencio
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hialeah, FL 33015 (Online Only)
Whether you are a teen or child struggling with family issues, anxiety, trauma, or the issues that come up each day, or you are a divorced woman trying to regain her perspective and learn who she is again, I am here for you. Life throws each of us curve balls that we need help processing and healing from. You don’t have to go through this journey alone. You may be feeling like you are barely able to survive right now, but I am here to tell you healing is possible. You can learn to do more than just survive; you can thrive.
Whether you are a teen or child struggling with family issues, anxiety, trauma, or the issues that come up each day, or you are a divorced woman trying to regain her perspective and learn who she is again, I am here for you. Life throws each of us curve balls that we need help processing and healing from. You don’t have to go through this journey alone. You may be feeling like you are barely able to survive right now, but I am here to tell you healing is possible. You can learn to do more than just survive; you can thrive.
My understanding of how overwhelming therapy can be for some, and my empathy and listening skills can help put my clients at ease. I utilize a collaborative approach as you are the best expert on you! Sessions are a warm and trusted place to be. I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy and often seek training in other modalities. My therapeutic orientations are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered, Play Therapy, and Sand Tray. I've also been trained in EMDR, Neurofeedback, and Prepare and Enrich (a premarital and marriage assessment), so I know how to do these things, too.
My understanding of how overwhelming therapy can be for some, and my empathy and listening skills can help put my clients at ease. I utilize a collaborative approach as you are the best expert on you! Sessions are a warm and trusted place to be. I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy and often seek training in other modalities. My therapeutic orientations are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered, Play Therapy, and Sand Tray. I've also been trained in EMDR, Neurofeedback, and Prepare and Enrich (a premarital and marriage assessment), so I know how to do these things, too.
Maylin Batista, Ph.D., LMHC -Miami Lakes
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, CHT, CCS
Verified Verified
Hialeah, FL 33016
Dr. Batista is trained in Hypnotherapy , CBT, DBT and other holistic modalities, which make her sessions and consultations an invaluable source of healing. Her lectures and workshops on Self Hypnosis, Hypnosis and compulsive behaviors , Sexuality education , NLP, and Mindfulness are wonderful tools for personal transformation.
Dr. Batista is trained in Hypnotherapy , CBT, DBT and other holistic modalities, which make her sessions and consultations an invaluable source of healing. Her lectures and workshops on Self Hypnosis, Hypnosis and compulsive behaviors , Sexuality education , NLP, and Mindfulness are wonderful tools for personal transformation.
I've been working in the mental health field since 1993 years and I have significant experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly population with a variety of diagnosis. I can assist all family members with treatment, assessment, and management of a variety of emotional conflicts. I provide neuro-psychological, forensic, and other psychiatric evaluations for all age groups to include autism assessments. My goal is to inspire propsperous living, healthy relationships, personal growth, self-development, highest potentiality, peace, and happiness.
I've been working in the mental health field since 1993 years and I have significant experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly population with a variety of diagnosis. I can assist all family members with treatment, assessment, and management of a variety of emotional conflicts. I provide neuro-psychological, forensic, and other psychiatric evaluations for all age groups to include autism assessments. My goal is to inspire propsperous living, healthy relationships, personal growth, self-development, highest potentiality, peace, and happiness.
ARE YOU OVERWHELMED BY LIFE'S STRESSES?
Are you struggling with depressed feelings and thoughts? Are you worn out by anxiety, obsessions and compulsions, or maybe having panic attacks? Are you battling alcohol abuse, drugs, or other addictions and compulsive behaviors? Perhaps you have an eating disorder? Maybe you are suffering due to relationship, marital, family, or work issues. The GOOD NEWS IS that YOU DO NOT HAVE TO SUFFER ANY MORE! HELP IS AVAILABLE TODAY!
ARE YOU OVERWHELMED BY LIFE'S STRESSES?
Are you struggling with depressed feelings and thoughts? Are you worn out by anxiety, obsessions and compulsions, or maybe having panic attacks? Are you battling alcohol abuse, drugs, or other addictions and compulsive behaviors? Perhaps you have an eating disorder? Maybe you are suffering due to relationship, marital, family, or work issues. The GOOD NEWS IS that YOU DO NOT HAVE TO SUFFER ANY MORE! HELP IS AVAILABLE TODAY!
At some point in our lives we all feel empty, unfulfilled, insecure, and with a lack of direction. No matter how painful your situation may appear, we at Trinity CMHC can help bring more MEANING and FULFILLMENT to your life by empowering you to make better personal decisions and take more deliberate actions in your life. Depression, anxiety, stress, or other mental health problems can lead to school failure, family conflicts, substance abuse, violence and even self harm when left untreated. At Trinity CMHC we specialize in treating these issues and helping you LIVE A MORE FULFILLING LIFE.
At some point in our lives we all feel empty, unfulfilled, insecure, and with a lack of direction. No matter how painful your situation may appear, we at Trinity CMHC can help bring more MEANING and FULFILLMENT to your life by empowering you to make better personal decisions and take more deliberate actions in your life. Depression, anxiety, stress, or other mental health problems can lead to school failure, family conflicts, substance abuse, violence and even self harm when left untreated. At Trinity CMHC we specialize in treating these issues and helping you LIVE A MORE FULFILLING LIFE.
Susan Stork
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPCC, LPCMH, CST
Verified Verified
17 Endorsed
Hialeah, FL 33012
In the intricate web of modern existence, where complexity thrives and our social circles contract, the vitality of our relationships, partnerships, and unions is elevated to unprecedented significance. As a practitioner deeply immersed in contemporary Jungian insights and inspired by the relational wisdom of Ester Perel, I serve as a guide—a Licensed Psychotherapist and Certified Sex Therapist—committed to navigating individuals, couples, and families toward the realization of profound and nourishing connections.
In the intricate web of modern existence, where complexity thrives and our social circles contract, the vitality of our relationships, partnerships, and unions is elevated to unprecedented significance. As a practitioner deeply immersed in contemporary Jungian insights and inspired by the relational wisdom of Ester Perel, I serve as a guide—a Licensed Psychotherapist and Certified Sex Therapist—committed to navigating individuals, couples, and families toward the realization of profound and nourishing connections.
Welcome and congratulations on taking your first step to wellness. My approach is empathic, non-judgmental, client centered, and solution focused. Whether you are looking for psychotherapy, life coaching, parenting classes or professional supervision, I am here to help. Hablamos español.
Welcome and congratulations on taking your first step to wellness. My approach is empathic, non-judgmental, client centered, and solution focused. Whether you are looking for psychotherapy, life coaching, parenting classes or professional supervision, I am here to help. Hablamos español.
Edelys M. Diaz - Child And Teen Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hialeah, FL 33016
Does your child struggle with expressing themselves? Is your child having a hard time with self-regulation? Does your child not know how to manage with big emotions and lacks healthy coping skills? You just landed in the right place! Welcome to play therapy! A place where a child’s mind, heart and soul meet! Play therapy is a fantastic way for kids to develop communication skills, learn coping strategies, and improve emotional regulation. By playing and interacting with others in a safe environment, your child can develop healthy social skills and improve emotional intelligence, all while having fun!
Does your child struggle with expressing themselves? Is your child having a hard time with self-regulation? Does your child not know how to manage with big emotions and lacks healthy coping skills? You just landed in the right place! Welcome to play therapy! A place where a child’s mind, heart and soul meet! Play therapy is a fantastic way for kids to develop communication skills, learn coping strategies, and improve emotional regulation. By playing and interacting with others in a safe environment, your child can develop healthy social skills and improve emotional intelligence, all while having fun!
There is no ideal client, just an ideal concept, the belief in self. We work to build that through conversations about your past present and future, and conquering trauma as a means of living in the now.
There is no ideal client, just an ideal concept, the belief in self. We work to build that through conversations about your past present and future, and conquering trauma as a means of living in the now.
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Hi, I am licensed in Florida with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues and other areas.
Hi, I am licensed in Florida with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues and other areas.
Welcome! I am glad that you made the choice to seek therapy. It is very important to me that you get the results you are looking for in your therapy and that your experience is a very positive one. The most important aspect of my work with you will be to build a positive, trusting therapeutic relationship in which we can together work through whatever difficulties you may be facing.
Welcome! I am glad that you made the choice to seek therapy. It is very important to me that you get the results you are looking for in your therapy and that your experience is a very positive one. The most important aspect of my work with you will be to build a positive, trusting therapeutic relationship in which we can together work through whatever difficulties you may be facing.
Bethlehem Family Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, MAC, SAP
Verified Verified
Hialeah, FL 33012
Bethlehem Family Services, LLPC exists to provide individuals and families looking to experience a life transformation with the skill-building support necessary to achieve their goals. We assist you in achieving this through various therapeutic approaches, which are holistic, to include family systems and cognitive-behavioral therapies. Our assessment and treatment approach takes into account body, soul, and spirit. In addition to counseling services, we also provide career and leadership coaching. I am a Christian who has been providing family counseling ministry services for 24yrs, I also possess a graduate degree in Theology.
Bethlehem Family Services, LLPC exists to provide individuals and families looking to experience a life transformation with the skill-building support necessary to achieve their goals. We assist you in achieving this through various therapeutic approaches, which are holistic, to include family systems and cognitive-behavioral therapies. Our assessment and treatment approach takes into account body, soul, and spirit. In addition to counseling services, we also provide career and leadership coaching. I am a Christian who has been providing family counseling ministry services for 24yrs, I also possess a graduate degree in Theology.
Hello, I'm a therapist practicing in Florida with over 15 years of clinical social work and alternating between Behaviour Health counseling years as a therapist. For a lot of my career I have worked with homeless adults, People Living with HIV, LGBTQ adults / young adults and foster young adults impacted by foster care. I received my Masters in Social work form Barry University.
Hello, I'm a therapist practicing in Florida with over 15 years of clinical social work and alternating between Behaviour Health counseling years as a therapist. For a lot of my career I have worked with homeless adults, People Living with HIV, LGBTQ adults / young adults and foster young adults impacted by foster care. I received my Masters in Social work form Barry University.
Mary Ann Dente
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hialeah, FL 33010 (Online Only)
Many times life can be so overwhelming that breathing seems to become a challenge and feeling your heart will burst the new norm. Other times, your thoughts and feelings become so unbearably heavy and painful, completing daily mundane tasks become monumental challenges. Then the feelings of guilt and hopelessness invade you accompanied with their friends, Negative Thoughts. They become intrusive, setting up camp in your mind, and drowning you with sadness, anger, frustration, dread, helplessness, worry or any combination of these. These thoughts and feelings are real and sometimes even visceral, yet they don't have to paralyze you.
Many times life can be so overwhelming that breathing seems to become a challenge and feeling your heart will burst the new norm. Other times, your thoughts and feelings become so unbearably heavy and painful, completing daily mundane tasks become monumental challenges. Then the feelings of guilt and hopelessness invade you accompanied with their friends, Negative Thoughts. They become intrusive, setting up camp in your mind, and drowning you with sadness, anger, frustration, dread, helplessness, worry or any combination of these. These thoughts and feelings are real and sometimes even visceral, yet they don't have to paralyze you.
There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you, as stated by Dr. Maya Angelou, resonates deeply with our mission at Elvive Psychological Services. Founded by Dr. Birla, our practice is dedicated to empowering individuals to have a voice. Our therapists act as catalysts in your journey, offering a safe and supportive environment to foster psychological flexibility amidst life's trials. Committed to inclusivity, we serve a diverse population with various emotional and behavioral challenges. Our clinical approaches are rooted in evidence-based and culturally sensitive care, customized to meet needs of each client.
There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you, as stated by Dr. Maya Angelou, resonates deeply with our mission at Elvive Psychological Services. Founded by Dr. Birla, our practice is dedicated to empowering individuals to have a voice. Our therapists act as catalysts in your journey, offering a safe and supportive environment to foster psychological flexibility amidst life's trials. Committed to inclusivity, we serve a diverse population with various emotional and behavioral challenges. Our clinical approaches are rooted in evidence-based and culturally sensitive care, customized to meet needs of each client.
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Mireya M Rivero
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, QS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Miami Lakes, FL 33016 (Online Only)
Hi and welcome to my page! Seeking help can be overwhelming but it doesn't need to be. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Florida with over 10 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families bloom despite various life challenges. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting, life transitions, family conflict and stress management. I work with children, adolescents and adults. I look forward to working with you in your wellness journey as you do the deeper work that leads to lasting change.
Hi and welcome to my page! Seeking help can be overwhelming but it doesn't need to be. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Florida with over 10 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families bloom despite various life challenges. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting, life transitions, family conflict and stress management. I work with children, adolescents and adults. I look forward to working with you in your wellness journey as you do the deeper work that leads to lasting change.
Dr. Michelle Lake is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Qualified Supervisor in Florida. She is also an Industrial Organizational Psychologist. She received her Master's Degree in Counselor Education with a specialization in Mental Health Counseling, and a Doctorate degree in Organizational Leadership with a Specialization in Human Resources. Dr. Lake has devoted her life to helping others make positive changes in their lives. We all face obstacles and sometimes feel like we do not have the strength to overcome these obstacles. However, within each human spirit, is the power to thrive and overcome life's challenges.
Dr. Michelle Lake is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Qualified Supervisor in Florida. She is also an Industrial Organizational Psychologist. She received her Master's Degree in Counselor Education with a specialization in Mental Health Counseling, and a Doctorate degree in Organizational Leadership with a Specialization in Human Resources. Dr. Lake has devoted her life to helping others make positive changes in their lives. We all face obstacles and sometimes feel like we do not have the strength to overcome these obstacles. However, within each human spirit, is the power to thrive and overcome life's challenges.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist. An high honors graduate of Princeton University, I earned my doctorate in clinical psychology at the University of Florida at Gainesville with distinction. I received of the National Institute of Mental Health postdoctoral grant at Florida State University. I was awarded and outstanding research award from the Florida Psychological Association and have been named an Outstanding Young Woman in America. For twenty years, I have practiced in a variety of public settings. I serve on the hospital staff of Hollywood Memorial Hospital System, Westside Regional Medical Center, and Plantation General Hospital.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist. An high honors graduate of Princeton University, I earned my doctorate in clinical psychology at the University of Florida at Gainesville with distinction. I received of the National Institute of Mental Health postdoctoral grant at Florida State University. I was awarded and outstanding research award from the Florida Psychological Association and have been named an Outstanding Young Woman in America. For twenty years, I have practiced in a variety of public settings. I serve on the hospital staff of Hollywood Memorial Hospital System, Westside Regional Medical Center, and Plantation General Hospital.
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Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.