Feminist Therapists in Kendall, FL
Marilyn Klock Popko, MA, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kendall, FL 33173
My goal is to provide a comfortable environment to help people "Say Everything". My special talent is helping people talk freely. I encourage humor and sometimes even fun: it can make the seemingly intolerable more easily managed. I have a genuine respect for my patients. This work is an honor. My training as a psychotherapist began as a child, listening as my parents and their friends talked about jobs; marriage, children, aging parents, etc. This has led to a lifelong fascination with human relationships and the workings of individual minds and hearts. Home visits available when necessary.
My goal is to provide a comfortable environment to help people "Say Everything". My special talent is helping people talk freely. I encourage humor and sometimes even fun: it can make the seemingly intolerable more easily managed. I have a genuine respect for my patients. This work is an honor. My training as a psychotherapist began as a child, listening as my parents and their friends talked about jobs; marriage, children, aging parents, etc. This has led to a lifelong fascination with human relationships and the workings of individual minds and hearts. Home visits available when necessary.
My therapeutic approach is uniquely tailored to your individual needs and is collaborative, interactive, and practical. I am passionate about providing a warm and empathic space to heal, grow, and thrive. Utilizing a cognitive behavioral framework, we will develop coping skills that enable you to make better choices and lead a happier and healthier existence. I have over 25 years of clinical experience and have helped countless people change their lives for the better. I look forward to doing the same for you!
My therapeutic approach is uniquely tailored to your individual needs and is collaborative, interactive, and practical. I am passionate about providing a warm and empathic space to heal, grow, and thrive. Utilizing a cognitive behavioral framework, we will develop coping skills that enable you to make better choices and lead a happier and healthier existence. I have over 25 years of clinical experience and have helped countless people change their lives for the better. I look forward to doing the same for you!
My name is Vania Simon, LMHC-QS and I am a therapist practicing out of South Florida for over 16 years with a commitment to providing trauma informed care through individual, family, and group therapy. I have a passion for helping and empowering others in a journey of growth and self compassion. Most insurances are accepted.
My name is Vania Simon, LMHC-QS and I am a therapist practicing out of South Florida for over 16 years with a commitment to providing trauma informed care through individual, family, and group therapy. I have a passion for helping and empowering others in a journey of growth and self compassion. Most insurances are accepted.
You may be here because you’re feeling down, stuck, or lost. Maybe you're trapped in a web of worry, struggling with irritability or anger, or feeling depressed or numb. Whether you’ve faced a life-changing event or you're struggling with daily stresses that pile up, I want you to know that you’re not alone. You’re in the right place, and therapy can help. I welcome adults, teens, children, and families for therapy in my office in South Miami. For adults, I also offer online therapy (you may have heard the term "teletherapy") using video conference, so if you live elsewhere in Florida or have a busy schedule, help is still in reach.
You may be here because you’re feeling down, stuck, or lost. Maybe you're trapped in a web of worry, struggling with irritability or anger, or feeling depressed or numb. Whether you’ve faced a life-changing event or you're struggling with daily stresses that pile up, I want you to know that you’re not alone. You’re in the right place, and therapy can help. I welcome adults, teens, children, and families for therapy in my office in South Miami. For adults, I also offer online therapy (you may have heard the term "teletherapy") using video conference, so if you live elsewhere in Florida or have a busy schedule, help is still in reach.
Sylvia Woodberry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, QS
Verified Verified
Kendall, FL 33193 (Online Only)
I seek to embrace others as they seek to live out their authentic purpose. My goal is to ensure that they increase their emotional wellness, and learn to believe in the wholeness that life has to offer. My ultimate goal is utilize therapies that will help others help themselves.
I seek to embrace others as they seek to live out their authentic purpose. My goal is to ensure that they increase their emotional wellness, and learn to believe in the wholeness that life has to offer. My ultimate goal is utilize therapies that will help others help themselves.
Maria Pedreguera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kendall, FL 33156 (Online Only)
Welcome and blessings! Wellness is your birthright! I believe in your ability to attain your goals and thrive in your potential. I am blessed with the gifts to empower and guide you on your healing journey. My superpower is my loving heart and ability to be a compassionate empath with endless patience. I have a warm and comforting style which creates a safe place to develop deep connections. I am gifted in listening, feeling energy, identifying emotions and understanding the complexity of life experiences. I am an empath, a healer, a reiki master, a life coach, and a light worker.
Welcome and blessings! Wellness is your birthright! I believe in your ability to attain your goals and thrive in your potential. I am blessed with the gifts to empower and guide you on your healing journey. My superpower is my loving heart and ability to be a compassionate empath with endless patience. I have a warm and comforting style which creates a safe place to develop deep connections. I am gifted in listening, feeling energy, identifying emotions and understanding the complexity of life experiences. I am an empath, a healer, a reiki master, a life coach, and a light worker.
I was born and raised in Miami, FL and first completed my B.A. in Tampa, FL at the Univ of South FL majoring in psychology & sociology. Later I obtained a Master of Arts in Psychology with an emphasis in Counseling Psychology from Webster Vienna Private Univ in Vienna, Austria, and Webster Univ in MO. My therapeutic approach focuses on client-centered, humanistic philosophies that aim to explore and treat the individual as a whole: mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual. It is grounded in a stance of empathy, acceptance, and respect for self-discovery and self-determination for all clients.
I was born and raised in Miami, FL and first completed my B.A. in Tampa, FL at the Univ of South FL majoring in psychology & sociology. Later I obtained a Master of Arts in Psychology with an emphasis in Counseling Psychology from Webster Vienna Private Univ in Vienna, Austria, and Webster Univ in MO. My therapeutic approach focuses on client-centered, humanistic philosophies that aim to explore and treat the individual as a whole: mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual. It is grounded in a stance of empathy, acceptance, and respect for self-discovery and self-determination for all clients.
I have the belief that life is a continuous learning process, and each experience has a meaning. However, our minds do not always know how to navigate everyday challenges assertively. We do not always know how to understand and unfold the present; we may have difficulty integrating the past and planning for the future. That is why we can feel stressed, frustrated, discouraged, sad, stuck, or unhappy. But the good news is that life turns into whatever color you paint it. Your experience is filtered through the lens of your perception. We can learn to change the lens through which we observe. What colors would you put in your life?
I have the belief that life is a continuous learning process, and each experience has a meaning. However, our minds do not always know how to navigate everyday challenges assertively. We do not always know how to understand and unfold the present; we may have difficulty integrating the past and planning for the future. That is why we can feel stressed, frustrated, discouraged, sad, stuck, or unhappy. But the good news is that life turns into whatever color you paint it. Your experience is filtered through the lens of your perception. We can learn to change the lens through which we observe. What colors would you put in your life?
I support clients to help discover their natural strengths and gifts in order to develop better coping skills, overcome challenges and traumas, and promote healing, self-confidence, and enthusiasm in their relationships, work, and life choices. My scheduling priority is for current and former clients with minimal availability for new clients.
I support clients to help discover their natural strengths and gifts in order to develop better coping skills, overcome challenges and traumas, and promote healing, self-confidence, and enthusiasm in their relationships, work, and life choices. My scheduling priority is for current and former clients with minimal availability for new clients.
More Therapists Nearby
Feeling stuck? Dealing with constant worry, fear and or the belief that bad things are going to happen? Struggling with believing in yourself, feeling misunderstood or having intrusive negative thoughts? These are normal thoughts but when not addressed can leave you feeling nervous, tense, joyless and perceiving life to be a never ending pattern of dread. I can help you regain energy to do the things you want to do, feel the happiness you want to experience and gain peace with your thoughts. Together we can explore to help you reach your goals, some peace of mind and understanding.
Feeling stuck? Dealing with constant worry, fear and or the belief that bad things are going to happen? Struggling with believing in yourself, feeling misunderstood or having intrusive negative thoughts? These are normal thoughts but when not addressed can leave you feeling nervous, tense, joyless and perceiving life to be a never ending pattern of dread. I can help you regain energy to do the things you want to do, feel the happiness you want to experience and gain peace with your thoughts. Together we can explore to help you reach your goals, some peace of mind and understanding.
Barros Psychotherapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-QS
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33176 (Online Only)
You are important. It is my strong belief that you deserve a life of purpose and empowerment, emotional peace, deeply fulfilling relationships, and joy. In a warm, nonjudgmental setting, we'll build on your innate wisdom to address issues that limit your ability to lead the life you want and deserve.
You are important. It is my strong belief that you deserve a life of purpose and empowerment, emotional peace, deeply fulfilling relationships, and joy. In a warm, nonjudgmental setting, we'll build on your innate wisdom to address issues that limit your ability to lead the life you want and deserve.
I specialize in relationships, domestic and sexual violence, narcissistic abuse, complex trauma, ptsd, adult ADHD in females, and neuro-linguistic programming (NLP). Recognizing the distinctiveness of each individual, I personalize interventions to meet their specific needs, ensuring a compassionate and tailored path to healing. My focus extends beyond addressing immediate concerns; it's about promoting transformative change and empowering clients with skills to navigate beyond our sessions. I invite you to embark on a personalized journey towards growth, self-discovery and transcendence.
I specialize in relationships, domestic and sexual violence, narcissistic abuse, complex trauma, ptsd, adult ADHD in females, and neuro-linguistic programming (NLP). Recognizing the distinctiveness of each individual, I personalize interventions to meet their specific needs, ensuring a compassionate and tailored path to healing. My focus extends beyond addressing immediate concerns; it's about promoting transformative change and empowering clients with skills to navigate beyond our sessions. I invite you to embark on a personalized journey towards growth, self-discovery and transcendence.
Dr. Alexandra Alfaro Vela
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33173
Hi! I'm Dr. Alfaro Vela and I am devoted to working with individuals, couples, and families alike. I practice using a systemic approach, and aim to collaborate with my clients to build a picture of their preferred selves and future. I strive to take a step into my client's frame of reality to understand the challenges that they may be facing and offer new perspectives. Together, I work with clients to help them see what they would like to achieve, as well how they could possibly get there. My goal as a therapist is to provide clients with a safe space to explore their emotional horizon.
Hi! I'm Dr. Alfaro Vela and I am devoted to working with individuals, couples, and families alike. I practice using a systemic approach, and aim to collaborate with my clients to build a picture of their preferred selves and future. I strive to take a step into my client's frame of reality to understand the challenges that they may be facing and offer new perspectives. Together, I work with clients to help them see what they would like to achieve, as well how they could possibly get there. My goal as a therapist is to provide clients with a safe space to explore their emotional horizon.
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults struggling with trauma, addiction, and identity issues. Due to my cultural background, I have extensive experience working with immigrants, children of immigrants, and intergenerational trauma. Working collaboratively, we will explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to uncover ways to empower you. As the client you are the expert of your life, and as your therapist, my role is to facilitate the process of change you need to achieve your goals.
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults struggling with trauma, addiction, and identity issues. Due to my cultural background, I have extensive experience working with immigrants, children of immigrants, and intergenerational trauma. Working collaboratively, we will explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to uncover ways to empower you. As the client you are the expert of your life, and as your therapist, my role is to facilitate the process of change you need to achieve your goals.
As a bilingual therapist, I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, and trauma. Whether you are struggling with overwhelming worry, persistent sadness, or the effects of traumatic experiences, I provide a compassionate and supportive space to explore these challenges. My approach focuses on helping you identify the root causes of distress, develop practical coping strategies, and work towards emotional healing and stability. I understand the unique ways in which anxiety, depression, and trauma can impact your life, and I am dedicated to guiding you towards a healthier, more fulfilling future.
As a bilingual therapist, I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, and trauma. Whether you are struggling with overwhelming worry, persistent sadness, or the effects of traumatic experiences, I provide a compassionate and supportive space to explore these challenges. My approach focuses on helping you identify the root causes of distress, develop practical coping strategies, and work towards emotional healing and stability. I understand the unique ways in which anxiety, depression, and trauma can impact your life, and I am dedicated to guiding you towards a healthier, more fulfilling future.
Christina Olloqui
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33176 (Online Only)
I am a trauma-informed and strength-based therapist focused on identifying distorted thought processes and patterns, challenging them, and replacing them with healthier ones. Providing a safe, nonjudgmental space for all adolescents and young adults is the priority when assisting clients in reaching their therapeutic goals. My ideal client is someone who is motivated for change and willing to put in the work. Each client has their own individual issues, so getting to know a client based on who they are in their environment is key.
I am a trauma-informed and strength-based therapist focused on identifying distorted thought processes and patterns, challenging them, and replacing them with healthier ones. Providing a safe, nonjudgmental space for all adolescents and young adults is the priority when assisting clients in reaching their therapeutic goals. My ideal client is someone who is motivated for change and willing to put in the work. Each client has their own individual issues, so getting to know a client based on who they are in their environment is key.
Charleen Gonzalez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MSEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33183 (Online Only)
I am most passionate about working with professionals who feel like they are “not good enough” or who worry about living up to others’ expectations. We can work together to help you learn to love yourself for who you are, and not for what you accomplish. Typical clients of mine are women that are dealing with life transitions, which can include a variety of topics such as breakups, career challenges, insecurity, attachment issues, friendship issues, anxiety/depression, and just general "I don't know what I'm doing with my life". I help my clients gain more self-compassion and confidence.
I am most passionate about working with professionals who feel like they are “not good enough” or who worry about living up to others’ expectations. We can work together to help you learn to love yourself for who you are, and not for what you accomplish. Typical clients of mine are women that are dealing with life transitions, which can include a variety of topics such as breakups, career challenges, insecurity, attachment issues, friendship issues, anxiety/depression, and just general "I don't know what I'm doing with my life". I help my clients gain more self-compassion and confidence.
I work with young adults and adults facing various life challenges, struggling with emotional difficulties, familial and societal demands and views, that might inform and impact their abilities to be their best selves. Individuals and couples that I meet with, are people wanting to make sense of their lives, their relationships and/or working at understanding and embracing who they are. I strive to create spaces in which gender expressions, sexual and affectional orientations, are welcomed and explored, as are acculturation issues affecting immigrants. I conduct sessions in English, Haïtian Creole, and French.
I work with young adults and adults facing various life challenges, struggling with emotional difficulties, familial and societal demands and views, that might inform and impact their abilities to be their best selves. Individuals and couples that I meet with, are people wanting to make sense of their lives, their relationships and/or working at understanding and embracing who they are. I strive to create spaces in which gender expressions, sexual and affectional orientations, are welcomed and explored, as are acculturation issues affecting immigrants. I conduct sessions in English, Haïtian Creole, and French.
Maricarmen Soto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, QS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33176 (Online Only)
Life can be challenging and unpredictable. We try to control what happens around us as well as those around us. We may begin to realize that we have no control over anything other than our own responses. Therapy is a gateway to discovering our inner world and once we begin to draw our attention inward, we can learn to RESPOND instead of REACT to life’s challenges. I am a proud social worker with over 6 years of combined experience in community case management and outpatient counseling. I have dedicated my career to providing support and care to others, ensuring they feel seen, safe, and heard during challenging circumstances.
Life can be challenging and unpredictable. We try to control what happens around us as well as those around us. We may begin to realize that we have no control over anything other than our own responses. Therapy is a gateway to discovering our inner world and once we begin to draw our attention inward, we can learn to RESPOND instead of REACT to life’s challenges. I am a proud social worker with over 6 years of combined experience in community case management and outpatient counseling. I have dedicated my career to providing support and care to others, ensuring they feel seen, safe, and heard during challenging circumstances.
As a Counseling Psychologist fueled by social justice principles, I am committed to understanding your intersecting identities and how they inform your definition of well-being and healthy relationships. I will meet you where you are so we can journey together as you take steps toward change and acceptance with increased self-understanding.
As a Counseling Psychologist fueled by social justice principles, I am committed to understanding your intersecting identities and how they inform your definition of well-being and healthy relationships. I will meet you where you are so we can journey together as you take steps toward change and acceptance with increased self-understanding.
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Feminist Therapists
How does feminist therapy work?
Feminist therapy sessions are not only personal but often cultural or political in nature, as the approach is based on the belief that people are affected by, and often struggle with, cultural and societal norms and biases, and need to move beyond those external pressures or stressors to tap their own confidence and engage more fully in their own identity. Sessions may therefore include discussions of sexism, diversity, and gender issues and talk of steps toward greater empowerment for patients who believe they have been silenced and seek to raise their voices.
What are examples of feminist therapy techniques?
Along with traditional talk therapy and analysis, a feminist therapist may employ techniques such as role-playing and assertiveness training to help clients build their self-esteem so that they feel they can act freely, and not based on cultural expectations or gender roles dictated by others. A feminist therapist may also engage in bibliotherapy, offering suggested readings on gender identity or social power inequities as they work toward viewing mental-health concerns through a broad cultural lens before focusing on how they affect the individual. Somatic therapy techniques, with an emphasis on body awareness, self-compassion, and mindfulness practices are also often part of feminist therapist practice.
How long does feminist therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for feminist therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. It may take some time to become comfortable discussing personal issues, but once a client feels they can do so, they could expect therapy to last for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.
Does feminist therapy work?
As a relatively recent therapeutic technique, there is not yet a body of evidence proving the efficacy of feminist therapy. However, the approach is based on proven core principles of talk therapy, with a particular emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship based on equality and authentic connection between therapist and client and discovering and building on clients’ personal strengths to help them gain a greater sense of personal power and agency.