Chronic Illness Therapists in Oakland Park, FL

Whether your child is experiencing challenges related to illness, school, family, or friends or experiencing depression, anxiety, or life transition, therapy is a great step in developing coping skills and building resilience. I specialize in pediatric health psychology, working with youth diagnosed with chronic illness, such as diabetes, cancer, transplant, & GI concerns. I also work with those who are striving to make healthy lifestyle changes. I have extensive clinical experiences working with youth to improve adherence, adjustment, health outcomes, & family functioning and decrease high-risk health behaviors.

It is our most challenging seasons that usher in the deepest healing. When life gets hard it is easy to feel stuck and challenging to feel hopeful. I am here to guide you along your journey of healing. I provide holistic therapy to couples and individuals. My therapy practice is both heart and research guided. All good therapy starts with trust and safety. From there we can determine the best way for you to achieve your goals both as an individual and couple.

I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, stress management, infertility, perinatal depression/ anxiety, postpartum depression/anxiety, baby blues, grief/bereavement, relationship difficulties, stress related to chronic illness and/or new medical diagnosis, eating disorders, emotional eating and exercise addiction.

We all have moments in life where we struggle, whether it is through the death of a loved one, loss of a relationship or a job, health related issues and chronic illness, anxiety, depression, stress management, unhealthy lifestyles, marital and relationship conflict, etc. Therapy is a place to sort through these types of issues. I provide a safe, compassionate and non-judgmental place where we will work together to develop practical solutions and coping skills to help you through these challenges.

Thank you for visiting my profile ! I look forward to connecting with you ! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Therapist with over 15 years of experience as a helping professional . In life we often face challenges that require help outside of ourselves. Problems like depression, anxiety, chronic illness, pre-marital issues, divorce, trauma, grief and many other types of problems life transitions that are sometimes difficult to overcome without professional help. My mission is to help you move through these problems to promote overall wellness, balance and contentment.

Sometimes, just talking through issues won't get to the core of what is actually happening in your mind. Hypnotherapy is the most effective modality to help you get to the root of the issue so you can move forward with your life! I specialize in people with trauma and chronic illness because I can relate, as I have been there before. I am passionate about helping people get to their best life as soon as possible. I use a unique hybrid of Hypnotherapy, Neuro- Linguistic Programming, and Life Coaching to ensure the best possible care.

Visit to a physician has turned your world upside down. Being diagnosed with a serious medical condition like cancer, diabetes, or a heart disease can be an overwhelming experience. Concerns about work, medical expenses, and the demands of treatment are adding to your daily stress. You may not have considered yourself an anxious person before, but now it's becoming harder to manage your emotions, leaving you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. Worries about health and the future of your loved ones are consuming most of your day. As each day passes, you feel more and more isolated and hopeless.

Are you having difficulty connecting and parenting your child? If your kiddo is managing ADHD, Autism, and Oppositional defiance symptoms (ODD), look no further, Reach out to Dr. Shelly for support:-) I am a Family Therapist & Behavior Analyst. I am aware of the issue at hand where parents who need help are unable to get that at this time. If you're waiting for ABA, but want a Dr to see what you're dealing with, email or text me at 754-400-1689. I will provide an Assessment as you wait for services with a treatment plan along with interventions. I will do this for a flat rate of $395. I will request videos as well for my Analysis.

Cathy is passionate in breaking unhealthy patterns that are overlooked & underestimated by medicine today. She works with a process called 'Biological Decoding'. Unresolved emotional conflicts which show up as disease. All disease is emotional. In partnering with her clients to promote wellbeing, she's had major success uncovering hidden blocks, buried feelings, etc. that negatively impact their pain, illness, grief and discontent.Clients are astonished by her knack to mine underground emotions, the root cause behind physical distress, through her innate intuitive ability, problem solving and integrity. Cathy provides an ever-growing supply of resources, practices and modalities in helping her clients achieve wellness goals."

“I don’t need therapy!” Have you heard this before? Therapy can be thought-provoking, even when you’re not open to it. Being vulnerable to therapy can be unnerving and frightening. I aim to create a safe and supportive environment to allow my clients to be their authentic selves. I utilize different treatment approaches to meet each client's unique needs. My approach is integrative, flexible, and unique that will focus on the needs and goals of each individual. I have experience working with children, teens & adults. Everyone has the strength to find their voice and create an authentic life for themselves.

You're tired of feeling anxious. Having an off switch for those annoying thoughts you ruminate on would be great. You worry about the future and how it could go wrong. Many of your negative thoughts start with "what if..." questions. Laying in bed at night, you can catch yourself down a rabbit hole overwhelmed by too much. Picture instead how amazing it would be to stop feeling out of control. Imagine having peace of mind and being able to fully relax. Envision yourself capable of focusing and truly being present. Letting go of the past and moving forward. You deserve to achieve the meaningful goals you set in your life.