Gottman Method Therapists in Lake Mary, FL
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You may find yourself wishing things could go back to the way they were before... when things were good. At Boyd Counseling Services, we’re not here to get back the relationship you once had. Instead, we are here to help you to cultivate a relationship that is deeper, stronger, and more fulfilling than you ever dreamed possible—a relationship centered on freeing, self-giving love and mutual respect, one that endures joyfully and hopefully in good times and in bad. Together, let’s revive that authentic connection and replenish your love!
You may find yourself wishing things could go back to the way they were before... when things were good. At Boyd Counseling Services, we’re not here to get back the relationship you once had. Instead, we are here to help you to cultivate a relationship that is deeper, stronger, and more fulfilling than you ever dreamed possible—a relationship centered on freeing, self-giving love and mutual respect, one that endures joyfully and hopefully in good times and in bad. Together, let’s revive that authentic connection and replenish your love!
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Mary Salazar
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lake Mary, FL 32746 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome, I am so glad you've decided to take the first steps in the counseling process. I know asking for help can be extremely difficult and is often one of the hardest parts in the journey of healing. I seek to provide a nonjudgmental, genuine, and empathetic presence for my clients in order to ensure a safe and secure environment for the counseling process. I utilize a collaborative approach to facilitate growth and healing in my clients.
Hello and welcome, I am so glad you've decided to take the first steps in the counseling process. I know asking for help can be extremely difficult and is often one of the hardest parts in the journey of healing. I seek to provide a nonjudgmental, genuine, and empathetic presence for my clients in order to ensure a safe and secure environment for the counseling process. I utilize a collaborative approach to facilitate growth and healing in my clients.
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Are you looking for just the right therapist? The word reveille means a call to awaken, and here at Reveille Counseling we want you to awaken to hope. Reveille Counseling is a team of mental health and marriage and family counselors who are based in Lake Mary, Florida and serve Central Florida. We seek to support you and provide you with compassion and guidance as you learn new ways of relating, thinking and communicating. It is our hope that you find healing from emotional pain, restoration for you and your family, and live with a greater sense of joy and freedom. Call us today for more information. 407-333-0404.
Are you looking for just the right therapist? The word reveille means a call to awaken, and here at Reveille Counseling we want you to awaken to hope. Reveille Counseling is a team of mental health and marriage and family counselors who are based in Lake Mary, Florida and serve Central Florida. We seek to support you and provide you with compassion and guidance as you learn new ways of relating, thinking and communicating. It is our hope that you find healing from emotional pain, restoration for you and your family, and live with a greater sense of joy and freedom. Call us today for more information. 407-333-0404.
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Cesare Perlini
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, RMHCI, BCN
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lake Mary, FL 32746
Understanding, honesty, and growth guide my practice. My approach emphasizes building awareness and empowerment that activates your potential to recognize the obstacles you face, envision a more fulfilling life, and develop skills to reach it. Counseling strategies personalized to your individual needs and goals allow us to move forward at a pace in which you are comfortable yet encouraged. You can expect a supportive and non-judgmental space to explore, heal, and grow.
Understanding, honesty, and growth guide my practice. My approach emphasizes building awareness and empowerment that activates your potential to recognize the obstacles you face, envision a more fulfilling life, and develop skills to reach it. Counseling strategies personalized to your individual needs and goals allow us to move forward at a pace in which you are comfortable yet encouraged. You can expect a supportive and non-judgmental space to explore, heal, and grow.
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Dr. Sandy McKenzie
Pastoral Counselor, LCMFT, DMin, MS, Cert
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Mary, FL 32795
You deserve caring, non-judgemental guidance from one who has been there and understands your anxiety, grief, insecurity, indecision, walking on eggshells, guilt, fears, and more. Maybe you loved, tried and got blamed, rejected or other toxic behavior in return? While not your fault, emotional wounds, loss, and trauma can devastate esteem, relationships, and health. Yet you CAN be healed, empowered, & renewed. In-Person or Online, Dr. Sandy, Marriage/Family Therapist & Life Coach, is in your corner and known for helping hearts achieve real healing. For a free consult simply email.
You deserve caring, non-judgemental guidance from one who has been there and understands your anxiety, grief, insecurity, indecision, walking on eggshells, guilt, fears, and more. Maybe you loved, tried and got blamed, rejected or other toxic behavior in return? While not your fault, emotional wounds, loss, and trauma can devastate esteem, relationships, and health. Yet you CAN be healed, empowered, & renewed. In-Person or Online, Dr. Sandy, Marriage/Family Therapist & Life Coach, is in your corner and known for helping hearts achieve real healing. For a free consult simply email.
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Suzanne Rucker
Counselor, LMHC, EMDR(c), CSAT(c), CMAT, CHFP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Mary, FL 32746
Suzanne Rucker is owner of Orlando Intensives, a licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Sex Addictions Counselor, Certified Multiple Addictions Counselor, and Certified EMDR Therapist. Suzanne has been an expert speaker on Sex Addiction and the effects on a couple, Healing from Sexual Addiction, Healing from Love Addiction and The impact of Trauma on the Brain. Suzanne is a Certified Hope & Freedom Practitioner offering 3-Day Sex Addiction Intensives which will help to restore the relationship, help the partner know the truth, and focus on a clear path of Recovery. Suzanne also offers a Partner Centered Trauma Resolution Intensives.
Suzanne Rucker is owner of Orlando Intensives, a licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Sex Addictions Counselor, Certified Multiple Addictions Counselor, and Certified EMDR Therapist. Suzanne has been an expert speaker on Sex Addiction and the effects on a couple, Healing from Sexual Addiction, Healing from Love Addiction and The impact of Trauma on the Brain. Suzanne is a Certified Hope & Freedom Practitioner offering 3-Day Sex Addiction Intensives which will help to restore the relationship, help the partner know the truth, and focus on a clear path of Recovery. Suzanne also offers a Partner Centered Trauma Resolution Intensives.
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Dr. Caitlin S. Lowry
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Lake Mary, FL 32746
I believe that the most crucial aspect of therapy is the relationship between the client and the therapist. The therapeutic relationship is part of what helps facilitate change. I help my clients make shifts in their relationships–the relationships they have with themselves, each other, and with their problems. I understand therapy to be a place not to run away from one's problems, but to turn toward them, a place to find ways to connect and to move toward health and wholeness.
I believe that the most crucial aspect of therapy is the relationship between the client and the therapist. The therapeutic relationship is part of what helps facilitate change. I help my clients make shifts in their relationships–the relationships they have with themselves, each other, and with their problems. I understand therapy to be a place not to run away from one's problems, but to turn toward them, a place to find ways to connect and to move toward health and wholeness.
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Margie Grebin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, FT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Mary, FL 32746
I utilize a humanistic, collaborative and solution focused counseling approach with clients, involving actively listening to their life narrative, and exploring how it may be preventing them from reaching desired goals. In sessions, with a questioning and curious mind, we explore and dialogue on how the client may perceive things differently in their therapeutic process. Throughout, I provide support, empowering them to take responsibility in making healthy adjustments in their life. It is through the client learning the importance of self-respect, self-compassion,confidence, and humor, that they find themselves living a more wholesome, healthy, and transformed life.
I utilize a humanistic, collaborative and solution focused counseling approach with clients, involving actively listening to their life narrative, and exploring how it may be preventing them from reaching desired goals. In sessions, with a questioning and curious mind, we explore and dialogue on how the client may perceive things differently in their therapeutic process. Throughout, I provide support, empowering them to take responsibility in making healthy adjustments in their life. It is through the client learning the importance of self-respect, self-compassion,confidence, and humor, that they find themselves living a more wholesome, healthy, and transformed life.
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Claudia Haywood
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lake Mary, FL 32746 (Online Only)
Have you found yourself struggling with unresolved childhood trauma, anxiety, and/or life transitions? Have you found it difficult to understand and regulate your emotions? Are you wanting to develop and implement boundaries into your life, but don’t know where to start? As your therapist, I aim to assist with cultivating self-awareness, unlearning unhealthy generational traits, navigating childhood trauma and establishing boundaries. Everyone can benefit from therapy. My goal is to provide a safe and nonjudgemental environment that allows you to feel comfortable while navigating current or past stressors in your life!
Have you found yourself struggling with unresolved childhood trauma, anxiety, and/or life transitions? Have you found it difficult to understand and regulate your emotions? Are you wanting to develop and implement boundaries into your life, but don’t know where to start? As your therapist, I aim to assist with cultivating self-awareness, unlearning unhealthy generational traits, navigating childhood trauma and establishing boundaries. Everyone can benefit from therapy. My goal is to provide a safe and nonjudgemental environment that allows you to feel comfortable while navigating current or past stressors in your life!
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If 2020 has taught us anything, it is that isolation breeds the environment for dysfunction. Our natural response is to continue ignoring our emotions and putting on a brave face to get through the day. My goal with you is to help take off that mask and work through the reality for a healthier future.
If 2020 has taught us anything, it is that isolation breeds the environment for dysfunction. Our natural response is to continue ignoring our emotions and putting on a brave face to get through the day. My goal with you is to help take off that mask and work through the reality for a healthier future.
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I help people who feel stressed out in their relationships with a family member. The issue may be with your parent…your ex…an in-law…sibling…or adult child. If you're in this situation, it may feel like a never-ending state of conflict and negativity. Or you may be stuck in a pattern of avoidance – pretending the problem doesn't exist. Even though the issue is "relational", my approach starts with the individual. I believe the first step in healing is understanding your own feelings, experiences, needs and obstacles. We can do that through hourly sessions, online or in person, as well as intensives (2-4 hours).
I help people who feel stressed out in their relationships with a family member. The issue may be with your parent…your ex…an in-law…sibling…or adult child. If you're in this situation, it may feel like a never-ending state of conflict and negativity. Or you may be stuck in a pattern of avoidance – pretending the problem doesn't exist. Even though the issue is "relational", my approach starts with the individual. I believe the first step in healing is understanding your own feelings, experiences, needs and obstacles. We can do that through hourly sessions, online or in person, as well as intensives (2-4 hours).
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Seeking counseling can be an immense and brave step. It is an honor and privilege to be trusted to walk alongside my clients in their most challenging moments. I believe everyone is on a road toward success and deserves happiness. However we sometimes get steered away from our desired journey due to the challenges we encounter, or barriers in the road. My role is to walk alongside you on this journey, helping you break the barriers and empower you to discover your true potential. I provide counseling to a diverse, multicultural population including being an LGBTQ+ ally.
Seeking counseling can be an immense and brave step. It is an honor and privilege to be trusted to walk alongside my clients in their most challenging moments. I believe everyone is on a road toward success and deserves happiness. However we sometimes get steered away from our desired journey due to the challenges we encounter, or barriers in the road. My role is to walk alongside you on this journey, helping you break the barriers and empower you to discover your true potential. I provide counseling to a diverse, multicultural population including being an LGBTQ+ ally.
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Jacqueline Heiny/ Lake Mary Counseling LLC
Counselor, MS, LMHC, CCTP, QS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Mary, FL 32746
Our ideal client is wanting and ready to reach their goals In couples, you are ready to improve your communication and heal resentment or infidelity issues. Individually we enjoy working with clients that can verbalize their needs or maybe we can identify it together but are ready to make changes or identify past trauma if ready to do that and heal that with EMDR therapy. We enjoy making a difference for all our clients in a timely manner. We have 19 clinicians so we can help as many clients as we can either day, night or weekends. We do not want to turn anyone away who is 13 and older needing counseling services.
Our ideal client is wanting and ready to reach their goals In couples, you are ready to improve your communication and heal resentment or infidelity issues. Individually we enjoy working with clients that can verbalize their needs or maybe we can identify it together but are ready to make changes or identify past trauma if ready to do that and heal that with EMDR therapy. We enjoy making a difference for all our clients in a timely manner. We have 19 clinicians so we can help as many clients as we can either day, night or weekends. We do not want to turn anyone away who is 13 and older needing counseling services.
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Melanie Mason
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Mary, FL 32746
Have you experienced betrayal or infidelity in your marriage? Do you feel lost and helpless? Trust broken is not easily regained. Don't let shame or fear keep you from getting the help you need. I often see couples who tried to fight through betrayal alone with damaging consequences. Now is the time to seek help, and you need someone who has studied couples and betrayal. I have extensive, post-graduate training in couples therapy and trauma, and helping couples is my passion. If you are hurting and your relationship no longer feels like the safe place it once was, call me. Working with couples is my passion! Call me at 407-917-0322
Have you experienced betrayal or infidelity in your marriage? Do you feel lost and helpless? Trust broken is not easily regained. Don't let shame or fear keep you from getting the help you need. I often see couples who tried to fight through betrayal alone with damaging consequences. Now is the time to seek help, and you need someone who has studied couples and betrayal. I have extensive, post-graduate training in couples therapy and trauma, and helping couples is my passion. If you are hurting and your relationship no longer feels like the safe place it once was, call me. Working with couples is my passion! Call me at 407-917-0322
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Are you struggling with your marriage, parenting your children, anxiety and depression, or just seeking direction in your life? You may find my approach valuable. Eighty-percent of your solution likely lies within you. I want to empower you to improve your life and relationships. I believe in utilizing a strength-based approach to help you solve whatever issue you may be facing. It only takes one person to transform a marriage, family, relationship, or life. That one person could be you! Take a look at the testimonials and videos on my website.
Are you struggling with your marriage, parenting your children, anxiety and depression, or just seeking direction in your life? You may find my approach valuable. Eighty-percent of your solution likely lies within you. I want to empower you to improve your life and relationships. I believe in utilizing a strength-based approach to help you solve whatever issue you may be facing. It only takes one person to transform a marriage, family, relationship, or life. That one person could be you! Take a look at the testimonials and videos on my website.
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Are you living in survival mode or on auto-pilot? You may struggle with anxiety, overthinking, and self-doubt. You question if you are "good enough" and often doubt yourself. You might be trying to find which parts of you are "you" and which parts are what you became to please others or survive. Many people feel this way after living through stressful experiences, bad relationships, or trauma. Imagine if you could start understanding the "why" behind your thoughts and feelings and learn the "how" you can get to a place of clarity, confidence, and feeling in control. Your past doesn't have to decide your future.
Are you living in survival mode or on auto-pilot? You may struggle with anxiety, overthinking, and self-doubt. You question if you are "good enough" and often doubt yourself. You might be trying to find which parts of you are "you" and which parts are what you became to please others or survive. Many people feel this way after living through stressful experiences, bad relationships, or trauma. Imagine if you could start understanding the "why" behind your thoughts and feelings and learn the "how" you can get to a place of clarity, confidence, and feeling in control. Your past doesn't have to decide your future.
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Shakira Vasquez-Moscoso
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lake Mary, FL 32795 (Online Only)
I use a combination of mindfulness and existentialism in order to empower clients to take an active role in treatment and be proactive in the therapy process. My role is to guide clients to discover meaning and freedom in their life. Helping clients build self-awareness, acceptance, and motivation to create a purposeful life brings me great joy. I work with adults struggling with mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, personality disorders and LGBTQ+ related issues. Marital/relationship counseling to overcome obstacles or to improve the quality of relationship with compassion is also offered.
I use a combination of mindfulness and existentialism in order to empower clients to take an active role in treatment and be proactive in the therapy process. My role is to guide clients to discover meaning and freedom in their life. Helping clients build self-awareness, acceptance, and motivation to create a purposeful life brings me great joy. I work with adults struggling with mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, personality disorders and LGBTQ+ related issues. Marital/relationship counseling to overcome obstacles or to improve the quality of relationship with compassion is also offered.
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Shoshana Vigorito
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lake Mary, FL 32746
My goal is to create an environment that is safe to heal. One that each person can speak freely without fear of judgement or ridicule.I confront the core issues with warmth so that we can tackle each problem one-by-one. I can work with individuals, children, adolescents, couples or families. I am referred to as a "family therapist" because I work with one person or many at the same time. Sessions are tailored to the client needs and goals. Talk therapy is not for everyone and if someone has difficulty expressing themselves we can use other modalities.
My goal is to create an environment that is safe to heal. One that each person can speak freely without fear of judgement or ridicule.I confront the core issues with warmth so that we can tackle each problem one-by-one. I can work with individuals, children, adolescents, couples or families. I am referred to as a "family therapist" because I work with one person or many at the same time. Sessions are tailored to the client needs and goals. Talk therapy is not for everyone and if someone has difficulty expressing themselves we can use other modalities.
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I am a Licensed mental health counselor and I would like the opportunity to help you heal past wounds that may be affecting your current personal beliefs. I wholeheartedly believe that working through previous experiences, no matter where they are rooted, will help you learn the skills to identify and manage your emotions. Therapy can help you find calmness, peace and the hope to live in a healthy state of harmony. I have experience working with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, self-esteem and those who have had traumatic life altering events.
I am a Licensed mental health counselor and I would like the opportunity to help you heal past wounds that may be affecting your current personal beliefs. I wholeheartedly believe that working through previous experiences, no matter where they are rooted, will help you learn the skills to identify and manage your emotions. Therapy can help you find calmness, peace and the hope to live in a healthy state of harmony. I have experience working with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, self-esteem and those who have had traumatic life altering events.
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Nadia Dhillon
Counselor, MS, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lake Mary, FL 32746 (Online Only)
Do you feel anxious or depressed? Are you having difficulty dealing with grief? Is this affecting your relationships and overall happiness? Anxiety and depression can display in many ways but are some of the most common issues faced by people today. Therapy can help break the cycle of stress and aid in developing the necessary tools for a happy life. Call now to schedule an appointment with Nadia!
Do you feel anxious or depressed? Are you having difficulty dealing with grief? Is this affecting your relationships and overall happiness? Anxiety and depression can display in many ways but are some of the most common issues faced by people today. Therapy can help break the cycle of stress and aid in developing the necessary tools for a happy life. Call now to schedule an appointment with Nadia!
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Gottman Method Therapists
How does the Gottman method work?
One of the core doctrines of the Gottman method is that negative emotions hurt relationships about five times more than positive emotions help them. Thus, couples require five times more positive interactions than negative interactions with each other. The therapist will guide clients on how to improve communication and understanding of each other to manage conflict and have their emotional needs met. The therapist will also advise couples on how to repair relations with each other when conflict arises, and therefore avoid lasting damage.
Is the Gottman method evidence-based?
Yes, this method is an evidence-based approach to couples therapy. The method is based on more than 40 years of research by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, the psychologists who developed the method. The Gottmans analyzed decades of data to draw conclusions about what types of interactions are likely to lead to specific results, and which interventions are most likely to lead to success. Studies have found that this approach leads to improvements in relationship satisfaction, intimacy, communication skills, and a lower rate of divorce.
How long does the Gottman method take?
The duration of treatment depends on the specific challenges clients face. Sessions are typically 60 to 90 minutes long, and an average course of treatment is around 10 sessions. In some cases, such as for couples dealing with a critical problem, the therapist will suggest an intensive course of treatment, with daily sessions over the first two to four days. Treatment is complete when the couple is satisfied and has met the goals they’ve set, and when the therapist believes they have the skills to continue on their own.
Is the Gottman method effective?
Through the Gottman method, couples can achieve changes that are real and sustainable. This treatment has been used for more than 40 years; the method is supported by empirical research, including randomized controlled trials that have demonstrated effectiveness in improving relationship outcomes for couples. Like any talk therapy, success or failure depends in large part on how committed the clients are to making positive changes and working toward results.