Imago Therapists in Lakewood Ranch, FL

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Beth M. Cooper
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202  (Online Only)
When your relationship is stuck and you are seeking new solutions, I can help. I can help you quickly identify where you are stuck and teach you specific interventions. I teach you how to fight fair, how to improve your communication, and how to enhance your intimacy. I am warm and engaging and easily work with you and support you. Whether you are always fighting, have become distant, or need to regain trust after an affair I can help you learn new patterns. If you are depressed, anxious or going through a particularly difficult time, you will experience support and specific methods to improve your situation.
When your relationship is stuck and you are seeking new solutions, I can help. I can help you quickly identify where you are stuck and teach you specific interventions. I teach you how to fight fair, how to improve your communication, and how to enhance your intimacy. I am warm and engaging and easily work with you and support you. Whether you are always fighting, have become distant, or need to regain trust after an affair I can help you learn new patterns. If you are depressed, anxious or going through a particularly difficult time, you will experience support and specific methods to improve your situation.
(941) 234-0518 View (941) 234-0518
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Elizabeth K Jordan
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
You want to feel happy again. But before you step out of bed in the morning, you already feel anxious and overwhelmed. You work hard to be a good mom, wife, employee, and friend. But lately you are realizing that you are stuck in a cycle of worry and stress. And you don't know how to break out of it. You are starting to wonder... Is this as good as my life is going to get? You wish you could figure out what has changed and how to get some relief.
You want to feel happy again. But before you step out of bed in the morning, you already feel anxious and overwhelmed. You work hard to be a good mom, wife, employee, and friend. But lately you are realizing that you are stuck in a cycle of worry and stress. And you don't know how to break out of it. You are starting to wonder... Is this as good as my life is going to get? You wish you could figure out what has changed and how to get some relief.
(941) 220-0326 View (941) 220-0326
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Marlene Campana
Counselor, LMHC, MBA, MA
Verified Verified
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202  (Online Only)
Ms. Campana is a graduate of Princeton University with a Major in Psychology and received her Master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University in 2009. A licensed Mental Health Counselor with more than 14 years of experience, she provides mental health counseling in private practice with A Time to Heal. She completed the Gottman Institute Advanced Practicum training as a Level 3 Couples Therapist. She values integrating client’s faith into the helping process only when appropriate and is licensed in: FL, MA, NJ, NY, TX, UT, NH, IL, GA.
Ms. Campana is a graduate of Princeton University with a Major in Psychology and received her Master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University in 2009. A licensed Mental Health Counselor with more than 14 years of experience, she provides mental health counseling in private practice with A Time to Heal. She completed the Gottman Institute Advanced Practicum training as a Level 3 Couples Therapist. She values integrating client’s faith into the helping process only when appropriate and is licensed in: FL, MA, NJ, NY, TX, UT, NH, IL, GA.
(941) 499-5950 View (941) 499-5950
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Lakewood Ranch Family Counseling
Counselor, MEd, EdS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
Tired of feeling misunderstood, angry, or resentful of your partner/ spouse? Perhaps your marriage is stuck in a rut or falling apart, and you want to save, restore & enhance your emotional connection. If you've grown distant & discouraged in your relationship, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy can help you & your partner become more emotionally engaged & responsive to each other. Over the last decade, I've helped many distressed teens, adults, couples, and families heal emotional injuries, repair conflicts & create greater closeness and intimacy with their loved ones. I invite you to take charge and make positive changes in your life & relationships by calling me today.
Tired of feeling misunderstood, angry, or resentful of your partner/ spouse? Perhaps your marriage is stuck in a rut or falling apart, and you want to save, restore & enhance your emotional connection. If you've grown distant & discouraged in your relationship, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy can help you & your partner become more emotionally engaged & responsive to each other. Over the last decade, I've helped many distressed teens, adults, couples, and families heal emotional injuries, repair conflicts & create greater closeness and intimacy with their loved ones. I invite you to take charge and make positive changes in your life & relationships by calling me today.
(941) 803-4304 View (941) 803-4304

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Couples Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, IRT
Verified Verified
Bradenton, FL 34207
Frustrated with the way your relationship is going? Trying to recover from an affair or breakup? Need help getting back on track? I specialize in Individual and Couples Therapy. I am a Licensed Psychotherapist and a Certified Imago Couples Therapist. The Counseling Center offers individual and couples therapy. Safe, confidential and relaxed environment.
Frustrated with the way your relationship is going? Trying to recover from an affair or breakup? Need help getting back on track? I specialize in Individual and Couples Therapy. I am a Licensed Psychotherapist and a Certified Imago Couples Therapist. The Counseling Center offers individual and couples therapy. Safe, confidential and relaxed environment.
(941) 756-3385 View (941) 756-3385
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Wendy Haggerty - Sex And Love Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CSTS, CHT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34232
I practice from an integrative approach utilizing IMAGO, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Hypnotherapy and Systemic Sex Therapy.
Want to grow in your personal life and relationships? I work with individuals, partners and couples on a variety of issues related to love, sex and relationships. I am a clinical sexologist, licensed marriage and family therapist, certified hypnotherapist and AASECT-certified sex therapist & supervisor.
I practice from an integrative approach utilizing IMAGO, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Hypnotherapy and Systemic Sex Therapy.
Want to grow in your personal life and relationships? I work with individuals, partners and couples on a variety of issues related to love, sex and relationships. I am a clinical sexologist, licensed marriage and family therapist, certified hypnotherapist and AASECT-certified sex therapist & supervisor.
(941) 727-5979 View (941) 727-5979
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Brad Eppley
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34240
With advanced training in Family Systems Therapy and Imago Couples Therapy, I enjoy helping families and couples create healthier relationships.
I love helping people heal, develop and create healthier relationships. My passion is to facilitate transformational change that results in greater inner peace, healthy self love and joy in life and relationships. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor I enjoy helping clients address underlying causes to symptoms like depression and anxiety. I am certified to do Neurotransmitter testing through Neuro Science and I work Holistically with an emphasis on Integrative and Functional care that focuses on the whole Being and helping clients to function optimally beyond just symptom relief.
With advanced training in Family Systems Therapy and Imago Couples Therapy, I enjoy helping families and couples create healthier relationships.
I love helping people heal, develop and create healthier relationships. My passion is to facilitate transformational change that results in greater inner peace, healthy self love and joy in life and relationships. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor I enjoy helping clients address underlying causes to symptoms like depression and anxiety. I am certified to do Neurotransmitter testing through Neuro Science and I work Holistically with an emphasis on Integrative and Functional care that focuses on the whole Being and helping clients to function optimally beyond just symptom relief.
(941) 203-3416 View (941) 203-3416
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Diane A McKay, PsyD, PA
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34243
"Our goal is to get you back to being you". Psychological services are offered for depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and relationship difficulties. Dr. McKay is a clinical psychologist providing evidence-based treatment, such as cognitive-behavioral or dialectical behavioral therapy. She has extensive experience working with patients who have eating disorders or medical problems, as well as onducting psychological evaluations. Dr. McKay is also a Level 2 Gottman Therapist using an evidence-based method to help couples build a better relationship. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of care in the community and treat all of our patients with respect and compassion.
"Our goal is to get you back to being you". Psychological services are offered for depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and relationship difficulties. Dr. McKay is a clinical psychologist providing evidence-based treatment, such as cognitive-behavioral or dialectical behavioral therapy. She has extensive experience working with patients who have eating disorders or medical problems, as well as onducting psychological evaluations. Dr. McKay is also a Level 2 Gottman Therapist using an evidence-based method to help couples build a better relationship. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of care in the community and treat all of our patients with respect and compassion.
(941) 877-6456 View (941) 877-6456
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Mary Moonen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAP
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34232  (Online Only)
Many times when people call, they have concerns including: Mental Health issues, Addiction, Family, Couples,Relationships,Problems, Work Stress, Medical Conditions, Trauma, Loss, Grief, or everyday stressors. I will treat you with utmost dignity, and respect, honoring your cultural/ religious values. My creative approaches are what my clients like the best. I have used music, appropriate use of humor, and other artisitc ways to help people express themselves. As a TEAM, we will work TOGETHER to identify, set and achieve your goals, and I give you tangible strategies to reach them.
Many times when people call, they have concerns including: Mental Health issues, Addiction, Family, Couples,Relationships,Problems, Work Stress, Medical Conditions, Trauma, Loss, Grief, or everyday stressors. I will treat you with utmost dignity, and respect, honoring your cultural/ religious values. My creative approaches are what my clients like the best. I have used music, appropriate use of humor, and other artisitc ways to help people express themselves. As a TEAM, we will work TOGETHER to identify, set and achieve your goals, and I give you tangible strategies to reach them.
(941) 962-6784 View (941) 962-6784
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Cindy Auchter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34239
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Sex Therapist. I established a private psychotherapy practice in Sarasota 30 years ago and I am a co-owner of Alliance Counseling Services, a faith based counseling office. By faith based we are saying we provide emotional and spiritual care for the whole person honoring and respecting people of all religious/spiritual traditions. All people are welcome here. Included in my professional philosophy of sex therapy is the goal of incorporating a sex positive/sexually liberating approach with our clients' religious and spiritual beliefs; that the two are not mutually exclusive.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Sex Therapist. I established a private psychotherapy practice in Sarasota 30 years ago and I am a co-owner of Alliance Counseling Services, a faith based counseling office. By faith based we are saying we provide emotional and spiritual care for the whole person honoring and respecting people of all religious/spiritual traditions. All people are welcome here. Included in my professional philosophy of sex therapy is the goal of incorporating a sex positive/sexually liberating approach with our clients' religious and spiritual beliefs; that the two are not mutually exclusive.
(941) 877-6467 View (941) 877-6467
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Sarasota Family Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bradenton, FL 34212
As seen on West Michigan's ABC Affiliate WZZM13, Remi Schloff is a Relationship Expert who has been treating individuals, couples and families for over 23 years in Philadelphia and Michigan, and now Sarasota Florida. A graduate of the University of Michigan, Remi is well versed in helping clients recover from Trauma, work through stressful life changes, and improve communication patterns so that understanding and fulfillment can be experienced at home. Remi uses research-based methods of treatment to help clients reach their goals.
As seen on West Michigan's ABC Affiliate WZZM13, Remi Schloff is a Relationship Expert who has been treating individuals, couples and families for over 23 years in Philadelphia and Michigan, and now Sarasota Florida. A graduate of the University of Michigan, Remi is well versed in helping clients recover from Trauma, work through stressful life changes, and improve communication patterns so that understanding and fulfillment can be experienced at home. Remi uses research-based methods of treatment to help clients reach their goals.
(941) 909-2530 View (941) 909-2530
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Lisa Grossman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DOM, AP, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34234
I offer over 28 years of clinical experience to address your emotional & physical issues with counseling and evidence based natural medicine. We have all experienced emotions that manifest in our bodies as pain. You may experience stomach pain after an argument or headache at work. You may notice you get anxiety that feels like low blood sugar signals. Emotions manifest in our bodies and our body gives us signals. I help guide people into understanding how to listen to their body while including Cognitive Behavioral therapy for attaining a stronger sense of self. Mindfulness starts when we reside in our bodies; empowerment follows!
I offer over 28 years of clinical experience to address your emotional & physical issues with counseling and evidence based natural medicine. We have all experienced emotions that manifest in our bodies as pain. You may experience stomach pain after an argument or headache at work. You may notice you get anxiety that feels like low blood sugar signals. Emotions manifest in our bodies and our body gives us signals. I help guide people into understanding how to listen to their body while including Cognitive Behavioral therapy for attaining a stronger sense of self. Mindfulness starts when we reside in our bodies; empowerment follows!
(941) 479-2924 View (941) 479-2924
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Deborah Day Poor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bradenton, FL 34208
I have over 25 years of experience working with clients from all walks of life. I am the author of a continuing education course titled "The Couples No Fault Counseling Course: for couples who'd rather be happy than right" I especially enjoy working with couples and families, even ones that include teenagers! Check out my web site. I have 3 books and 2 continuing education courses for professionals.
I have over 25 years of experience working with clients from all walks of life. I am the author of a continuing education course titled "The Couples No Fault Counseling Course: for couples who'd rather be happy than right" I especially enjoy working with couples and families, even ones that include teenagers! Check out my web site. I have 3 books and 2 continuing education courses for professionals.
(941) 713-3145 View (941) 713-3145
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Danielle Green
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, PhD
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34236
I provide a safe environment to explore and resolve beliefs, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that stand in the way of living a fully conscious and authentic life. Specialties include work with anxiety, depression, trauma, divorce, death, attachment ruptures, and ancestral/ inter-generational shame, and PTSD. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I have studied at the Graduate Theological Union - University of California, Berkeley, The Graduate School for Marriage and Family Therapy, Ca.Institute of Integral Studies (San Francisco), and The Jung Institute in Zurich, Switzerland. I hold two Masters degrees and a Ph D in Psychology.
I provide a safe environment to explore and resolve beliefs, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that stand in the way of living a fully conscious and authentic life. Specialties include work with anxiety, depression, trauma, divorce, death, attachment ruptures, and ancestral/ inter-generational shame, and PTSD. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I have studied at the Graduate Theological Union - University of California, Berkeley, The Graduate School for Marriage and Family Therapy, Ca.Institute of Integral Studies (San Francisco), and The Jung Institute in Zurich, Switzerland. I hold two Masters degrees and a Ph D in Psychology.
(941) 203-3351 View (941) 203-3351
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Gretchen G White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD, LLC
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34230
“Tell me, what is it that you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” The poet Mary Oliver nails us with this question. Not being afraid of the wild, and finding your way to the precious, requires your most curious, present and compassionate self. When that self eludes you—which it does for all of us now and then—it’s lonely and frightening. Where did your clarity and intuition go? Why can’t you feel yourself anymore?
“Tell me, what is it that you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” The poet Mary Oliver nails us with this question. Not being afraid of the wild, and finding your way to the precious, requires your most curious, present and compassionate self. When that self eludes you—which it does for all of us now and then—it’s lonely and frightening. Where did your clarity and intuition go? Why can’t you feel yourself anymore?
(941) 205-7040 View (941) 205-7040
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Joe Leonard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CFNC, CIMHP
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34237
My ideal client is someone coping with mental health challenges, such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and/or substance abuse. I specialize in Behavioral Activation - an evidenced based intervention for treating mood disorders and moving clients toward their goals. I also enjoy working with couples and families to help them communicate better and resolve interpersonal conflicts in a healthy way. I have been passionate about systemic couple and family therapy since becoming a therapist in 2019. I'm a certified Prepare-Enrich marital/premarital counselor and trained in the Gottman Method of couples therapy, with good outcomes.
My ideal client is someone coping with mental health challenges, such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and/or substance abuse. I specialize in Behavioral Activation - an evidenced based intervention for treating mood disorders and moving clients toward their goals. I also enjoy working with couples and families to help them communicate better and resolve interpersonal conflicts in a healthy way. I have been passionate about systemic couple and family therapy since becoming a therapist in 2019. I'm a certified Prepare-Enrich marital/premarital counselor and trained in the Gottman Method of couples therapy, with good outcomes.
(608) 336-3974 View (608) 336-3974
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Jamie Molnar
Counselor, LMHC, RYT, QS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34240
Hi there! I am excited to connect with you here and to potentially join your on your healing journey. I love working with empaths, highly sensitives (HSP's), healers and wellness professionals let go of the overwhelm, perfectionism and burnout so they can get back to loving with their work and live their best lives. I draw from an eclectic mix of holistic, mind-body-spirit approaches to help you reduce anxiety and stress, overcome trauma, set better boundaries, improve your relationships, and learn how to develop positive attitudes towards life’s most complex and challenging circumstances.
Hi there! I am excited to connect with you here and to potentially join your on your healing journey. I love working with empaths, highly sensitives (HSP's), healers and wellness professionals let go of the overwhelm, perfectionism and burnout so they can get back to loving with their work and live their best lives. I draw from an eclectic mix of holistic, mind-body-spirit approaches to help you reduce anxiety and stress, overcome trauma, set better boundaries, improve your relationships, and learn how to develop positive attitudes towards life’s most complex and challenging circumstances.
(941) 840-5195 View (941) 840-5195
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Dr. Zoë Teresa Folts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DBH, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34236
To be able to talk to someone without judgment is an experience that can change your life. I work with clients in building a trusting relationship where you can feel comfortable talking about yourself authentically; to learn and know yourself in a new way. I have extensive experience in the field of psychotherapy; as a faculty member with Maricopa Community Colleges and counseling students, employees and faculty at Arizona State University. Additionally, I received a Doctorate in Behavioral Health in 2014 furthering my research in depression, grief, anxiety, and issues facing couples.
To be able to talk to someone without judgment is an experience that can change your life. I work with clients in building a trusting relationship where you can feel comfortable talking about yourself authentically; to learn and know yourself in a new way. I have extensive experience in the field of psychotherapy; as a faculty member with Maricopa Community Colleges and counseling students, employees and faculty at Arizona State University. Additionally, I received a Doctorate in Behavioral Health in 2014 furthering my research in depression, grief, anxiety, and issues facing couples.
(602) 671-2607 View (602) 671-2607
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Patricia Bell
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bradenton, FL 34211
(904) 822-7929 View (904) 822-7929

Online Therapists

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Megan A Szczepanik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Largo, FL 33773
I am certified Imago therapist, providing couple's counseling, intensive programs, and weekend workshops.
Whether you’ve spent a lifetime together or are just beginning your journey, relationships provide us with priceless opportunities to learn, grow, and heal. So often, we see conflict and power struggles as “warning signs” rather than precious growth gifts. How can this be when conflict with our partner is so painful? The answer lies in the struggle itself. Beneath the anger, there nearly always lies hurt, disappointment, fear, or sadness. The Imago relationship approach challenges us to embrace our vulnerability and communicate with our partner openly and without fear. When we are heard and truly seen, healing begins.
I am certified Imago therapist, providing couple's counseling, intensive programs, and weekend workshops.
Whether you’ve spent a lifetime together or are just beginning your journey, relationships provide us with priceless opportunities to learn, grow, and heal. So often, we see conflict and power struggles as “warning signs” rather than precious growth gifts. How can this be when conflict with our partner is so painful? The answer lies in the struggle itself. Beneath the anger, there nearly always lies hurt, disappointment, fear, or sadness. The Imago relationship approach challenges us to embrace our vulnerability and communicate with our partner openly and without fear. When we are heard and truly seen, healing begins.
(727) 269-5426 View (727) 269-5426

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Imago Therapists

How does Imago therapy work?

Imago relationship therapy is a form of couples counseling meant to help partners address conflict, communication problems, and related issues. Imago sessions typically involve couples sitting facing each other and participating in guided conversations. Therapy will also involve exercises such as re-imagining one’s partner as a wounded child; re-romanticizing a relationship through appreciation, surprises, and even gift-giving and restructuring frustrations by transforming complaints into requests. The ultimate goal is to re-envision the relationship as a source of safety and happiness.

What is the Imago method?

A core technique of Imago therapy is the Imago dialogue, in which partners learn to avoid hurtful statements and establish ways to interact based on each having equal space and power. In the dialogue, partners take turns as the “sender,” who shares their thoughts, and the “receiver.” The receiver is asked to “mirror,” or paraphrase, what their partner has said, without response or rebuttal, and then validate their statements, acknowledging understanding even if they do not personally agree with it. Finally, the receiver displays empathy by stating what they imagine the other is feeling, and showing appreciation for it.

How long does Imago therapy take?

As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for Imago therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core techniques of Imago coaching, some couples quickly make progress, but most should expect sessions to extend for months, encompassing at least 12 to 20 sessions, along with extensive “homework” from their therapist.

Does Imago therapy work?

There is limited empirical evidence to support the benefits of Imago therapy, but some smaller studies suggest that it does help couples, at least in the short-term. A 2017 study found that marital satisfaction increased significantly after couples completed 12 sessions of Imago therapy, and remained higher for some time after that, but did not always result in “complete recovery.” Other studies found greater empathy and fewer feelings of relationship burnout in couples after therapy. Some research suggests that Imago therapy can aid individuals as well as couples; people with ADHD in particular may benefit from the development of communication, self-control, and listening skills that form the basis of the technique.