Sexual Addiction Therapists in Miami Lakes, FL
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Alessandra da Fonte Smith
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Miami Lakes, FL 33018
I am licensed in Florida with over 15 years of professional work experience. I speak English, Portuguese and Spanish. I work with clients who are suffering from Trauma, Domestic Violence, Mood Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Transitional stages of life and Interpersonal Relationships. I strive to provide a warm, open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. My focus is to facilitate strategies and interventions that will bring you Hope and Transformation. My frame work is eclectic, solution oriented and I use evidence based therapy techniques.
I am licensed in Florida with over 15 years of professional work experience. I speak English, Portuguese and Spanish. I work with clients who are suffering from Trauma, Domestic Violence, Mood Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Transitional stages of life and Interpersonal Relationships. I strive to provide a warm, open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. My focus is to facilitate strategies and interventions that will bring you Hope and Transformation. My frame work is eclectic, solution oriented and I use evidence based therapy techniques.
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Hello there! If you are reading this, chances are you have been experiencing difficulties for which you have not found lasting solutions. That is okay and it does happen to all of us at one point or another. Gaining a better understanding of these difficulties, where they stem from, how they are maintained, and barriers to making changes are part of the processes people find helpful in getting their life back on track. As a licensed psychologist, I hope to provide an empathic, nonjudgemental space for us to do just that.
Hello there! If you are reading this, chances are you have been experiencing difficulties for which you have not found lasting solutions. That is okay and it does happen to all of us at one point or another. Gaining a better understanding of these difficulties, where they stem from, how they are maintained, and barriers to making changes are part of the processes people find helpful in getting their life back on track. As a licensed psychologist, I hope to provide an empathic, nonjudgemental space for us to do just that.
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I have worked with individuals, couples and families for over 25 years in the same location. My approach is based upon your needs, but clinically speaking, I have a cognitive-behavioral orientation and family systems perspective. Most of my day I am helping people deal better with their anxiety and stress, sadness, grief, anger, work issues and relationships. I am teaching coping skills, and helping people become better versions of themselves. I generally treat persons individually from the ages of 18-up. Couples counseling is also an area of great interest and experience for me.
I have worked with individuals, couples and families for over 25 years in the same location. My approach is based upon your needs, but clinically speaking, I have a cognitive-behavioral orientation and family systems perspective. Most of my day I am helping people deal better with their anxiety and stress, sadness, grief, anger, work issues and relationships. I am teaching coping skills, and helping people become better versions of themselves. I generally treat persons individually from the ages of 18-up. Couples counseling is also an area of great interest and experience for me.
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Frona P. Israel, MSW, BBA, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DCFC, SAP, CISD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami Lakes, FL 33016 (Online Only)
With over 29 years of experience, I provide hope to feel less stressed out over personal and work issues, anxious, worried, depressed, and financially strapped. I provide hope to reduce poor concentration, focus, sleepless nights, substance and medication abuse, panic attacks, phobias, or any other personal or professional situations. Have you tried other therapists who "ah ha" and "yes" you without results? Do you listen to Dr. Google, friends, and family who are not helpful? Are you ready to get some real professional help? Virtual counseling keeps everyone safe. Insurances accepted. Hablo Espanol, some Yiddish.
With over 29 years of experience, I provide hope to feel less stressed out over personal and work issues, anxious, worried, depressed, and financially strapped. I provide hope to reduce poor concentration, focus, sleepless nights, substance and medication abuse, panic attacks, phobias, or any other personal or professional situations. Have you tried other therapists who "ah ha" and "yes" you without results? Do you listen to Dr. Google, friends, and family who are not helpful? Are you ready to get some real professional help? Virtual counseling keeps everyone safe. Insurances accepted. Hablo Espanol, some Yiddish.
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As a relationship expert, mentor- public speaker, psychotherapist and published author, I enjoy working with adults, teens and couples, regardless of their ethnicity, religion or gender. I encourage them to establish goals and eliminate unhealthy patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving. The title of my book- “Meant to Last Together”. This book is aimed to help you discover the importance of identifying your weaknesses and strengths in order to create a positive relationship.
As a relationship expert, mentor- public speaker, psychotherapist and published author, I enjoy working with adults, teens and couples, regardless of their ethnicity, religion or gender. I encourage them to establish goals and eliminate unhealthy patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving. The title of my book- “Meant to Last Together”. This book is aimed to help you discover the importance of identifying your weaknesses and strengths in order to create a positive relationship.
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My approach has a strong expertise in anxiety depression Chronic Impulsivity Chronic Relapse Coping Skills Dual Diagnosis Social Anxiety Impulse Control Device Addiction Peer Relationships Friend Issues Self Esteem Sexual Addiction Porn Addiction Stress Thinking Disorders Low Motivation Alcohol Addiction Overthinking Low Self Esteem Behavior modification.
When something is wrong we feel it, be it sadness and loneliness or sometimes feeling stuck on repeat and overwhelmed. Change can sometimes be hard, with my counseling, I create an environment that facilitates consistency and reliability to help my clients focus on themselves. My counseling establishes flexibility to assist my clients to pursue their life and mental health goals. Consistency, reliability, and flexibility are what I believe create both motivation and a strong foundation for positive therapeutic experiences. I will work with you lock-step to create positive, long-lasting, and impactful changes in your life!
My approach has a strong expertise in anxiety depression Chronic Impulsivity Chronic Relapse Coping Skills Dual Diagnosis Social Anxiety Impulse Control Device Addiction Peer Relationships Friend Issues Self Esteem Sexual Addiction Porn Addiction Stress Thinking Disorders Low Motivation Alcohol Addiction Overthinking Low Self Esteem Behavior modification.
When something is wrong we feel it, be it sadness and loneliness or sometimes feeling stuck on repeat and overwhelmed. Change can sometimes be hard, with my counseling, I create an environment that facilitates consistency and reliability to help my clients focus on themselves. My counseling establishes flexibility to assist my clients to pursue their life and mental health goals. Consistency, reliability, and flexibility are what I believe create both motivation and a strong foundation for positive therapeutic experiences. I will work with you lock-step to create positive, long-lasting, and impactful changes in your life!
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Gianny Diaz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT, EMDR t
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33143 (Online Only)
Do you suffer from anxiety, panic, depression or addictions? Do you have patterns of toxic relationships? Are you feeling powerless in certain situations? If your answer is yes to any of these questions, give me a call. Perhaps EMDR can help reduce these symptoms and give you the life you deserve. EMDR has been proven to be effective. I will share with you tools to help you to identify triggers, learn to self-regulate, and much more. I am a LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, CSAT, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and EMDR trained.
Do you suffer from anxiety, panic, depression or addictions? Do you have patterns of toxic relationships? Are you feeling powerless in certain situations? If your answer is yes to any of these questions, give me a call. Perhaps EMDR can help reduce these symptoms and give you the life you deserve. EMDR has been proven to be effective. I will share with you tools to help you to identify triggers, learn to self-regulate, and much more. I am a LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, CSAT, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and EMDR trained.
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Yadiel Munoz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hialeah, FL 33010 (Online Only)
I am licensed in Florida and Massachusetts with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
I am licensed in Florida and Massachusetts with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
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Are you feeling disconnected? Does your life feel out of control? Do you have concerns about sex? Relationships?
I am a Board Certified Sex Therapist with more than 20 years experience helping individuals and couples who are struggling with loss of intimacy, compulsive behaviors, or a history of abuse. My book, Addict America: The Lost Connection, is an invaluable resource for everyone who wants to live a more grounded, authentic, and Connected life.
Are you feeling disconnected? Does your life feel out of control? Do you have concerns about sex? Relationships?
I am a Board Certified Sex Therapist with more than 20 years experience helping individuals and couples who are struggling with loss of intimacy, compulsive behaviors, or a history of abuse. My book, Addict America: The Lost Connection, is an invaluable resource for everyone who wants to live a more grounded, authentic, and Connected life.
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Are you struggling with the communication in your relationship? is on and off and don't know what to do? I want to help you save your relationship and grow stronger through the process. I have a "road map" that has been tested and proven to help create secure relationships. I want you to feel hopeful that you can gain control of your life that you don't need to live in constant fear or stress. I use Gottman, Imago Relationship therapies and Cognitive-Behavioral Interventions to give you the tools and strategies to use immediately to implement positive changes.If you are ready to have a secure attachment give me a call Span-Eng
Are you struggling with the communication in your relationship? is on and off and don't know what to do? I want to help you save your relationship and grow stronger through the process. I have a "road map" that has been tested and proven to help create secure relationships. I want you to feel hopeful that you can gain control of your life that you don't need to live in constant fear or stress. I use Gottman, Imago Relationship therapies and Cognitive-Behavioral Interventions to give you the tools and strategies to use immediately to implement positive changes.If you are ready to have a secure attachment give me a call Span-Eng
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Do you want to live up to your full potential but are stuck due to an addiction to drugs or alcohol or porn or sex? Seeking help is always the first step towards making effective changes. Now that you've made the decision to stop, it's time to begin living a life filled with passion and purpose where your recovery ultimately leads to the discovery of a life beyond anything you expected. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor specializing in addictions with over 12 years of experience providing therapy for individuals seeking freedom and healing from addiction.
Do you want to live up to your full potential but are stuck due to an addiction to drugs or alcohol or porn or sex? Seeking help is always the first step towards making effective changes. Now that you've made the decision to stop, it's time to begin living a life filled with passion and purpose where your recovery ultimately leads to the discovery of a life beyond anything you expected. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor specializing in addictions with over 12 years of experience providing therapy for individuals seeking freedom and healing from addiction.
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Rafa Gonzalez
Counselor, LMHC, CSAT, QS-MHC, QS-MFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Hialeah, FL 33016 (Online Only)
My passion is to help individuals understand their experiences and struggles. Clients can expect a holistic integration of science and traditional approaches to promote a more balanced, vision-centered, and organized life. I enjoy helping clients produce a more productive life, reduce anxiety and depression, while helping them recognize and take control of their undesired hurts, habits, and hangups. As a Latino, I understand the acculturation process that immigrants experience and bring a balanced approach and insight.
My passion is to help individuals understand their experiences and struggles. Clients can expect a holistic integration of science and traditional approaches to promote a more balanced, vision-centered, and organized life. I enjoy helping clients produce a more productive life, reduce anxiety and depression, while helping them recognize and take control of their undesired hurts, habits, and hangups. As a Latino, I understand the acculturation process that immigrants experience and bring a balanced approach and insight.
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Dr. Tracy Mallett
Psychologist, PsyD, LMFT, PsyPact
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hollywood, FL 33026 (Online Only)
Engagement in therapy is an investment in the rest of your life. If you are struggling with family problems, depression, anxiety, issues with motivation, or difficulty managing stress, I look forward to collaborating with you to determine how you and I can work together to help you best reach your goals. I am a licensed psychologist, licensed marriage and family therapist, and an international divorce, and coparenting coach. I am Level II trained in the Gottman Method, and utilize this extensively with couples.
Engagement in therapy is an investment in the rest of your life. If you are struggling with family problems, depression, anxiety, issues with motivation, or difficulty managing stress, I look forward to collaborating with you to determine how you and I can work together to help you best reach your goals. I am a licensed psychologist, licensed marriage and family therapist, and an international divorce, and coparenting coach. I am Level II trained in the Gottman Method, and utilize this extensively with couples.
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I am an experienced therapist who is skilled in working with clients who are dealing with a wide variety of issues and problems. In a relaxing and confidential environment, trusting relationships are established to enhance quality of life, functioning, health, and satisfaction. Areas of expertise include: anxiety, depression, relationship issues, couples therapy, family therapy, sex therapy, coping skills training, psychological testing, stress management, EMDR, and hypnosis.
I am an experienced therapist who is skilled in working with clients who are dealing with a wide variety of issues and problems. In a relaxing and confidential environment, trusting relationships are established to enhance quality of life, functioning, health, and satisfaction. Areas of expertise include: anxiety, depression, relationship issues, couples therapy, family therapy, sex therapy, coping skills training, psychological testing, stress management, EMDR, and hypnosis.
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WhatsApp +54 9 11 4969-2189 - Primera Entrevista Gratuita - Terapia Online para Hispanohablantes - Trabajo desde el marco de la terapia cognitivo conductual ya que creo que la ciencia es el mejor método de aproximación al conocimiento en general y a la psicoterapia en particular. Me interesan los procesos de cambio conductual por los que una persona pueda alcanzar sus objetivos, transitando, aceptando y modificando sus patrones cognitivos y emocionales. Abordo patologías específicas como trastornos de ansiedad y del ánimo, y también crisis vitales y procesos de crecimiento personal.
WhatsApp +54 9 11 4969-2189 - Primera Entrevista Gratuita - Terapia Online para Hispanohablantes - Trabajo desde el marco de la terapia cognitivo conductual ya que creo que la ciencia es el mejor método de aproximación al conocimiento en general y a la psicoterapia en particular. Me interesan los procesos de cambio conductual por los que una persona pueda alcanzar sus objetivos, transitando, aceptando y modificando sus patrones cognitivos y emocionales. Abordo patologías específicas como trastornos de ansiedad y del ánimo, y también crisis vitales y procesos de crecimiento personal.
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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.
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Josiane Bonte Apollon
Counselor, PhD , LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33134 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stressed, depressed, and emotionally exhausted, from fighting with your partner, family, or boss, for not seeing you for who you are? No, it isn't about having bad luck or being cursed! It's more about learning how to create a shift in your relationship with the challenges you're facing to be more connected and live happier than before. Trained with the best experts in brief and relational therapy, with 20 years of experience, I'd love to help you, whether you are an individual, a couple, or a family, to restore your vision, renegotiate your relationships, for more meaning and quality in your life.
Are you feeling stressed, depressed, and emotionally exhausted, from fighting with your partner, family, or boss, for not seeing you for who you are? No, it isn't about having bad luck or being cursed! It's more about learning how to create a shift in your relationship with the challenges you're facing to be more connected and live happier than before. Trained with the best experts in brief and relational therapy, with 20 years of experience, I'd love to help you, whether you are an individual, a couple, or a family, to restore your vision, renegotiate your relationships, for more meaning and quality in your life.
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It is my goal to help children, adolescents and adults learn to cope and process current stressful issues and daily life events. My areas of specialty involve mental health issues associated with depression, anxiety/fears, Bipolar disorder, tics, psychosis, personality disorders, trauma and more. I also work in the areas of poor self esteem, adjustment disorders, anger management, behavioral issues associated with divorce of parents or other life changing events. I strive to incorporate the body and mind using a holistic approach into my sessions.
It is my goal to help children, adolescents and adults learn to cope and process current stressful issues and daily life events. My areas of specialty involve mental health issues associated with depression, anxiety/fears, Bipolar disorder, tics, psychosis, personality disorders, trauma and more. I also work in the areas of poor self esteem, adjustment disorders, anger management, behavioral issues associated with divorce of parents or other life changing events. I strive to incorporate the body and mind using a holistic approach into my sessions.
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Dr Arvon / Arvon & Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
Doral, FL 33166
Anxiety Counseling . Everything feels intense, rushed and stressed. You find yourself, “self-medicating” with food, drugs or alcohol. You find yourself always worrying or nervous. You are fearful of the future , have panic attacks, feel isolated and scared. The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 is very stressful. Fear and anxiety about a disease can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. Coping with stress will make you, your family, friends and community stronger. We specialize in Anxiety & Stress. Tele-therapy, FaceTime, Zoom....Call us now. 305-936-8000.
Anxiety Counseling . Everything feels intense, rushed and stressed. You find yourself, “self-medicating” with food, drugs or alcohol. You find yourself always worrying or nervous. You are fearful of the future , have panic attacks, feel isolated and scared. The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 is very stressful. Fear and anxiety about a disease can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. Coping with stress will make you, your family, friends and community stronger. We specialize in Anxiety & Stress. Tele-therapy, FaceTime, Zoom....Call us now. 305-936-8000.
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Bilingual(English/Spanish) licensed psychologist with a PhD in clinical psychology and more than 30 years of experience providing psychological evaluations and psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families. Certified Veteran C&P Examiner. An active member of the American Psychological Association and the American Psychology-Law Society.
Bilingual(English/Spanish) licensed psychologist with a PhD in clinical psychology and more than 30 years of experience providing psychological evaluations and psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families. Certified Veteran C&P Examiner. An active member of the American Psychological Association and the American Psychology-Law Society.
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Sexual Addiction Therapists
When should someone seek treatment for sex addiction?
People should seek treatment for sex addiction if they cannot control their sexual thoughts or behaviours to the point that it disrupts their ability to function in daily life, for example by threatening their finances, career, or relationships. This may include spending an excessive amount of time obsessing over sex, planning sex, watching pornography, or masturbating, as well as consistently engaging in risky sexual activities, using sex to escape distressing feelings, or attempting yet failing to control sexual behavior.
What are the most common treatment options for sex addiction?
Psychotherapy is the most common treatment for sex addiction; therapy helps patients better understand their compulsive thoughts and behaviors and develop strategies to manage their desires. Therapy may be supplemented by medications, such as antidepressants, mood stabilizers, anti-androgens, and the alcohol and substance use medication Naltrexone, as well as support groups, such as 12-step programs.
How long does therapy take for sex addiction?
Recovering from compulsive behavior takes time and effort. There’s no precise timeline for treatment, but research suggests 12 therapy sessions may be enough to see change. Treatment for sexual compulsions requires honesty in therapy, a commitment to understanding triggers and developing coping skills, and potential lifestyle changes such as cutting out alcohol or drugs.
What if sex addiction is left untreated?
Compulsive sexual behavior can have serious repercussions if left unaddressed. For example, if sexual obsessions consume the vast majority of a person’s time, they may lose their job. If they can’t stop paying for sex, their finances may suffer. If they’re dishonest in their relationships, their partner may leave them. If they consistently feel shame, they may struggle with anxiety, depression, or loneliness. Therapy can help people develop the tools to manage sexual thoughts and behaviors that feel uncontrollable.