Therapists in Lake Nona South, Orlando, FL

Life can be difficult. Whether dealing with relationship conflict, life transitions, grief, loss or parenting issues, the challenges of life can take a toll on our sense of well-being. If you are feeling hopeless, finding it hard to let go, or simply need a place to heal, you have come to the right place. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I have worked extensively with individuals, couples, and families of diverse backgrounds, utilizing a therapeutic approach that is safe, supportive, non-judgmental, and solution focused. I offer therapy sessions that are confidential and tailored to fit your needs.

I have worked with people of all ages ranging from children to the elderly, with more focus devoted to those in their late teen s - mid - life stages . I specialize in working with anxiety, anger management, ADHD, stress management, improving relationships and communication, navigating life transitions, and parenting challenges. I have considerable experience supporting LGBTQIA individuals and helping them to navigate the challenges they may encounter with family, friends, or community. I also have worked extensively with parents on navigating challenging childhood behaviors and teenage puberty.

I am licensed in Florida with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, family conflicts, anger management, motivation, self esteem, and confidence.

Have you ever felt that you didn’t have a hold on your own life? Sometimes, we can feel stuck and clueless on the next step to take. Therapy is great first step toward finding the answers you’re looking for. I believe that the relationship between a person and their therapist is the most important part of therapy. The connection and safety you experience with your therapist is fundamental to your journey toward wholeness and wellness. To create that safe environment, I work with compassion, creativity, and integrity. My deepest desire as a therapist is that I come to understand all parts of who you are, to truly see you.

Stress management is a growing struggle for people of all ages and it becomes SO HARD to organize ourselves! Whether we are working or stay at home moms, have difficulty creating work and life balance, or even have school and test anxiety everyone needs a guide sometimes in identifying where we need help. At My Best Self Therapy, I focus on not just talking about your stresses, but collaborating on creating an actual plan of attack. This therapy is dedicated and designed to encourage and cultivate the positive inherent traits that all people have within. Accepting Telehealth visits ONLY for clients residing in New York and Florida.

Are you frustrated with your relationships? Maybe you’re feeling disconnected from your partner or feeling like a failure as a parent; maybe you struggle to make or maintain friendships. You question yourself constantly, “Is it me…is it them?” You feel like you do the best you can but it isn’t enough. Or maybe, you know you can do better but can’t seem to “get it together.” This is so frustrating! You end up becoming a version of yourself that is unhappy, resentful, defensive, and isolated. You desire a change but may be thinking, “there’s no hope, I’ve tried everything.”

I serve the community of Orlando by helping clients going through depression, anxiety, family difficulties, and trauma get to a better mental health. I facilitate this through working within individual sessions (adult and children), family sessions (couples or family), or through group settings. This allows for the client to heal and for the people around the client to grow as well to maintain a healthier outcome.

Feeling stressed and frustrated with your child? Not sure how to help them or understand their behavior. I work collaboratively with you to understand your child and develop a healthier relationship and family life. Are you having big reactions, feeling stressed frequently, or have experienced trauma. I also love working with adults to deal with the difficult challenges life can bring. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, certified in EMDR, safe and sound protocol and a registered play therapist. I use Play/Sand Therapy, EMDR, SSP, ego states/parts work and parenting support/education.

Are you having difficulty managing a life challenge? We just want to be happier and live a better life but sometimes life can take unexpected turns, bringing us challenges that can make us feel confused or unsure of the future. These challenges could be issues within your relationships with family and loved ones, parenting issues, symptoms of anxiety or depression, struggling with identity/new cultural norms and expectations,feeling as if you are unable to cope with day-to-day stressors, and/or past trauma. Together, we will explore the roots of your difficulties in order to obtain better insight and awareness.

Virtual Only. As my patient, you will often enjoy the ability to be heard without judgement or interruption, when you want to share details of events that cause you to experience the emotions you are feeling. People often need an outlet as they process what they are feeling and I provide that in a safe environment. I guide the sessions to help encourage you in developing solutions when you are in that place emotionally, and ready for a positive change. Patients often find relief of their symptoms when they feel validated in how they are feeling, and supported as they learn how to cope with various situations that arise.

I earned my master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from NOVA Southeastern University and her bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from Florida Atlantic University. I have gained experience by providing direct client care, operating clinical programs, and providing oversight of clinical services. I have also completed an extensive amount of trainings and earned several certifications through the state. My professional abilities to provide effective services help contribute to the evolution of any individual and organization.

Are you finding it hard cope with your day-to-day life or not feeling fulfilled? Don’t bring yesterday into today. Let’s work together to bring you back to a place of happiness. I specialize in pre-teen, teens, adults, couples, and families. I also facilitate groups and individual counseling sessions designed to deal with cognitive, emotional and behavioral imbalances. I use a variety of psychotherapeutic methods and techniques to help balance distress. Let’s develop new strategies and distinctions to improve your life. Life can at times feel intense and unmanageable, but with guidance and commitment you can achieve anything.

Hello, my name is Lorena and I have been practicing Social Work for the past 14 years in a variation of medical settings and now in private practice. Throughout my career I have learned that every individual no matter how young or old they are, we all possess a set of unique great qualities and strengths. It is my job to let you see those for yourself!

Feel free to call me JoJo. I bring a relational and holistic approach to the counseling experience that allows my clients to feel seen, known, and understood. I am passionate about being a part of the “reigniting-the-flame” process in people’s lives. I want you to leave counseling feeling empowered to handle your challenges in a healthy and practical way with a greater sense of SELF.

Change takes courage, it takes patience, and it takes perseverance. I believe that your pain, viewpoint and struggles are unique to you. With a direct understanding of the diversity of issues that you experience, I am here to help you take charge of your mental health. I sympathize with the collective experience and empathize with the personal experiences that you go through. It is important to know that counseling is a collaborative journey that requires honesty, vulnerability, and patience. I am happy that you are here taking the first step.

Empathic, collaborative Therapist who is passionate and committed to working with you to achieve a level of functioning that will enable you to live your best life. Believing that we all possess what we need to overcome life's adversities, I specialize in strength-based approaches that empowers and fosters the development of coping strategies to address issues that may be contributing to present day stressors.

Therapy is equivalent to attaining your personal and professional success. In this competitive and challenging world, it is often times intimidating and frustrating to reach your goals. I am here to help you find your happiness by equipping you with an array of tools to achieve your destination. My main goal in treatment is to guide you with compassion, empathy and unconditional support. I am experienced in providing an array of services to children, adults and families experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, and Bipolar disorder as well as many other life struggles and issues.

As your therapist it is my goal to support you and push you to be mentally healthy. I provide a safe therapeutic environment so you can better grow as an individual. I specialize in working with young adults, adolescents and families that have experienced trauma. We will utilize a solution focused approach to make change. My experience is in working with many different modalities including (but not limited to) cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) dialectic behavioral therapy (DBT) and cognitive processing therapy (CPT). I believe in meeting you where you are, so that you can have success in your therapeutic journey.