Reality Therapy in Oviedo, FL
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I specialize in Behavior Management, Creating healthy coping skills, Anxiety/Depression, MEN issues, DBT, CBT, Social-Emotional Skills, Reality Therapy, Anger Management, Family Conflict, Oppositional Defiance (ODD), ADHD.
I'm inspired to empower individuals faced with life challenges by assisting them understand their own emotional patterns, and direct them towards being the best version of themselves. Remember, I'm here to help! Collaboration is the key to unlocking your inner-peace, balance, and walking in your purpose!
I specialize in Behavior Management, Creating healthy coping skills, Anxiety/Depression, MEN issues, DBT, CBT, Social-Emotional Skills, Reality Therapy, Anger Management, Family Conflict, Oppositional Defiance (ODD), ADHD.
I'm inspired to empower individuals faced with life challenges by assisting them understand their own emotional patterns, and direct them towards being the best version of themselves. Remember, I'm here to help! Collaboration is the key to unlocking your inner-peace, balance, and walking in your purpose!
Peggy Hightower
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCATP
Verified Verified
Oviedo, FL 32765 (Online Only)
As one ages, one experiences the "Winds of Change". Some of us experience these changes in our lives one at a time, and others experience a world wind that may take our breath away. As a therapist that concentrates on Holistic remedies, I find that many of us are not able to handle all of the changes that may occur at one time, which may leave us feeling depressed and/or anxious. However, during this state of "change" is it actually depression and/or anxiety... or is it a result of what has or is occurring in our lives?
As one ages, one experiences the "Winds of Change". Some of us experience these changes in our lives one at a time, and others experience a world wind that may take our breath away. As a therapist that concentrates on Holistic remedies, I find that many of us are not able to handle all of the changes that may occur at one time, which may leave us feeling depressed and/or anxious. However, during this state of "change" is it actually depression and/or anxiety... or is it a result of what has or is occurring in our lives?
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Does time heal all? I know we like to think so but unfortunately, it doesn’t always work out that way. Some of us carry our trauma from the past, along the burdens of daily life. Some of us have had recent experiences that are making us feel lost and unsure of the direction we are heading in. Some of us struggle with the families we were born into or the family we’ve created. As humans, we are all searching for guidance, empathy, emotional connections, and someone to listen to our stories. We aspire to achieve our goals, follow our dreams, resolve our issues, and heal our emotional wounds.
Does time heal all? I know we like to think so but unfortunately, it doesn’t always work out that way. Some of us carry our trauma from the past, along the burdens of daily life. Some of us have had recent experiences that are making us feel lost and unsure of the direction we are heading in. Some of us struggle with the families we were born into or the family we’ve created. As humans, we are all searching for guidance, empathy, emotional connections, and someone to listen to our stories. We aspire to achieve our goals, follow our dreams, resolve our issues, and heal our emotional wounds.
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I have a relational approach that fosters a mix of warmth & acceptance along with clinical clarity and positive outcomes. My focus and understanding is that the "The therapist can only take someone as far as they have been themselves." So I understand the stuck place you are in with your marriage, your personal life, the desperation and hurt, feeling lost and alone and the journey needed for optimal healing/health. I will personally walk with you and your family to care and provide real change that actually lasts! Finally, Our Team approach at Tree of Life is extensive and exemplary...
I have a relational approach that fosters a mix of warmth & acceptance along with clinical clarity and positive outcomes. My focus and understanding is that the "The therapist can only take someone as far as they have been themselves." So I understand the stuck place you are in with your marriage, your personal life, the desperation and hurt, feeling lost and alone and the journey needed for optimal healing/health. I will personally walk with you and your family to care and provide real change that actually lasts! Finally, Our Team approach at Tree of Life is extensive and exemplary...
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Sometimes in life we run into times that are hard to navigate alone; entering a new phase in life, getting through a break-up or trouble in a relationship, communicating with one another, anger, life transitions, parenting issues and/or blended families. Possibly you, your child or you both have ADHD? I can help with tools for focus and tips for making your day start and go more smoothly, to include that troublesome homework time. Experiencing parenting issues, anxiety and/or depression, I can help you and/or your family work things out and get to a better place.
Sometimes in life we run into times that are hard to navigate alone; entering a new phase in life, getting through a break-up or trouble in a relationship, communicating with one another, anger, life transitions, parenting issues and/or blended families. Possibly you, your child or you both have ADHD? I can help with tools for focus and tips for making your day start and go more smoothly, to include that troublesome homework time. Experiencing parenting issues, anxiety and/or depression, I can help you and/or your family work things out and get to a better place.
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Marylon Larkins, MA-LMHC-RN and Founder of Complete Life Counseling. She served 25+ yrs as an Oncology RN at Univ Hosp. in Cleveland Ohio. Marylon completed a MA in Counseling at Reformed Theological Seminary. There she developed the skills to counsel for various needs but her passion is Trauma and Faith-Based issues. She is versatile and compassionate with experience to support clients through Trauma, Couples relationship and Stress related to critical health diagnosis. Marylon has extensive understanding of her clients as a complete person and encourages each of them to live a complete life because "All Of Your Life Matters."
Marylon Larkins, MA-LMHC-RN and Founder of Complete Life Counseling. She served 25+ yrs as an Oncology RN at Univ Hosp. in Cleveland Ohio. Marylon completed a MA in Counseling at Reformed Theological Seminary. There she developed the skills to counsel for various needs but her passion is Trauma and Faith-Based issues. She is versatile and compassionate with experience to support clients through Trauma, Couples relationship and Stress related to critical health diagnosis. Marylon has extensive understanding of her clients as a complete person and encourages each of them to live a complete life because "All Of Your Life Matters."
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It is a brand new year and sometimes that can be overwhelming. No matter the reason you think you may be in need of some assistance, I am a licensed mental health counselor with 25+ years of experience. My strength is in treating individuals with substance abuse, trauma, depression, anxiety, PTSD and ADHD. Together, we can work to help you reach your goals, big or small, with understanding, feedback, guidance and empathetic listening, I have no doubt that we can get you where you need to be emotionally. I also work closely with the Florida Safety Council for anyone who has had a DUI and is in need of counseling.
It is a brand new year and sometimes that can be overwhelming. No matter the reason you think you may be in need of some assistance, I am a licensed mental health counselor with 25+ years of experience. My strength is in treating individuals with substance abuse, trauma, depression, anxiety, PTSD and ADHD. Together, we can work to help you reach your goals, big or small, with understanding, feedback, guidance and empathetic listening, I have no doubt that we can get you where you need to be emotionally. I also work closely with the Florida Safety Council for anyone who has had a DUI and is in need of counseling.
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My name is Sidraya Bussie, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Jacksonville, FL, and working with Clients statewide via telehealth. I have worked in a variety of settings with Clients and populations providing specialty services in managing everyday challenges, life changes, mental health conditions, etc. I believe in taking a collaborative, holistic, and cognitive approach to counseling, but specifically to what fits the Client’s needs to help alleviate any discrepancies, increase motivation, and find purpose and balance in their life during a journey to self-healing.
My name is Sidraya Bussie, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Jacksonville, FL, and working with Clients statewide via telehealth. I have worked in a variety of settings with Clients and populations providing specialty services in managing everyday challenges, life changes, mental health conditions, etc. I believe in taking a collaborative, holistic, and cognitive approach to counseling, but specifically to what fits the Client’s needs to help alleviate any discrepancies, increase motivation, and find purpose and balance in their life during a journey to self-healing.
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Margaret R Huss
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, NCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Oviedo, FL 32765 (Online Only)
Life transitions are a part of our journey and, while some are rewarding, some are a challenge. Whether you are struggling with something personally or professionally, you could benefit from working with a therapist who understands and can help guide you through the work to initiate change in your life. My approach is holistic, honest, and interactive with a little humor thrown in when needed. Clients appreciate my authenticity and ability to “be real” with them regarding how best to tackle current issues and concerns. I encourage my clients to start with small steps and move toward what speaks to their heart and their values.
Life transitions are a part of our journey and, while some are rewarding, some are a challenge. Whether you are struggling with something personally or professionally, you could benefit from working with a therapist who understands and can help guide you through the work to initiate change in your life. My approach is holistic, honest, and interactive with a little humor thrown in when needed. Clients appreciate my authenticity and ability to “be real” with them regarding how best to tackle current issues and concerns. I encourage my clients to start with small steps and move toward what speaks to their heart and their values.
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Lilly Vargas
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oviedo, FL 32765
Are there any deep disappointments lingering within you? Do you feel alone, unlovable or misunderstood? Are you struggling with your child, spouse or any other relationship? Life issues and disappointments are heavy burdens to bear alone. Thoughts and feelings of unworthiness and/or rejection were never meant for you. And, it takes a village to grow a family. These life-matters were meant to be lived with others, disappointments were meant to be shared, and not good enough feelings were meant to be challenged. Would you consider help? Would you let me be that person for you, your child or adolescent in this season?
Are there any deep disappointments lingering within you? Do you feel alone, unlovable or misunderstood? Are you struggling with your child, spouse or any other relationship? Life issues and disappointments are heavy burdens to bear alone. Thoughts and feelings of unworthiness and/or rejection were never meant for you. And, it takes a village to grow a family. These life-matters were meant to be lived with others, disappointments were meant to be shared, and not good enough feelings were meant to be challenged. Would you consider help? Would you let me be that person for you, your child or adolescent in this season?
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So your Marriage is hurting? You feel disconnected, unable to communicate or resolve conflict? Trust is gone and you're not sure what the truth is any more. Are you are trying to put the pieces back together after an affair or discovering an addiction? Is your sex life non-existent or unfulfilling? Do you feel stuck in a miserable place? You're beginning to wonder if things will ever be healthy or if you can ever Love again?
So your Marriage is hurting? You feel disconnected, unable to communicate or resolve conflict? Trust is gone and you're not sure what the truth is any more. Are you are trying to put the pieces back together after an affair or discovering an addiction? Is your sex life non-existent or unfulfilling? Do you feel stuck in a miserable place? You're beginning to wonder if things will ever be healthy or if you can ever Love again?
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Any relationship can use support from time to time, especially the ones between parents and their children,and couples in a partnership. Like a child going through developmental stages, parents and couples are faced with several developmental challenges in their own relationship. Come let me assist you in enhancing your skills to meet the many challenges of life. You can move your life to the next level!
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Darrell Rhines
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, RMHCI
Not Verified Not Verified
Oviedo, FL 32765
I work with a lot of men who are balancing work and relationships. I see clients who are overwhelmed in their jobs, frustrated with demands coming from so many people and places. Sometimes a partner insists on the need for counseling! Kids,teens, or even adult children can be a source of stress. And then there are the teens I see whose home-life, school, or relationship pressures stress them out. Others are in the second half of life, or may be feeling the pain of divorce or loss. There is definitely hope! I’ll work with you as you need it, giving you a space to talk about things you’re facing in your life, and offering coaching.
I work with a lot of men who are balancing work and relationships. I see clients who are overwhelmed in their jobs, frustrated with demands coming from so many people and places. Sometimes a partner insists on the need for counseling! Kids,teens, or even adult children can be a source of stress. And then there are the teens I see whose home-life, school, or relationship pressures stress them out. Others are in the second half of life, or may be feeling the pain of divorce or loss. There is definitely hope! I’ll work with you as you need it, giving you a space to talk about things you’re facing in your life, and offering coaching.
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I treat those struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, anger, trauma, grief, self-esteem and self-confidence issues, adjustment issues, relationship and family issues, social and communication skills, OCD, school and occupational problems, and ADHD. Through empathy, I strive to understand each client's specific context and unique perspective, and view each counseling relationship as a collaborative endeavor. My personal, educational, and professional life experiences have provided me with a strong foundation of patience and compassion, along with critical knowledge and skills needed to effectively help my clients.
I treat those struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, anger, trauma, grief, self-esteem and self-confidence issues, adjustment issues, relationship and family issues, social and communication skills, OCD, school and occupational problems, and ADHD. Through empathy, I strive to understand each client's specific context and unique perspective, and view each counseling relationship as a collaborative endeavor. My personal, educational, and professional life experiences have provided me with a strong foundation of patience and compassion, along with critical knowledge and skills needed to effectively help my clients.
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Dr. Cortina 'The Girlfriend Therapist' Louis
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-QS, LPC, LCPC, CST, CES
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oviedo, FL 32765
It’s 2024…Are you in search of peace and relief from emotional distress? Feel misunderstood? Are you tired of having to be the strong one? Are you struggling in your relationship or unable to lead the life you desire? Are you experiencing sexual desire discrepancies or mood changes? Do you require help with navigating the changes in your life? If this is you, congratulations on taking the first step to becoming a better you. I look forward to connecting with you and helping you to facilitate change in your life. As your therapist, through my experience, I will bring the best that I know. I'm here to help you find the real you.
It’s 2024…Are you in search of peace and relief from emotional distress? Feel misunderstood? Are you tired of having to be the strong one? Are you struggling in your relationship or unable to lead the life you desire? Are you experiencing sexual desire discrepancies or mood changes? Do you require help with navigating the changes in your life? If this is you, congratulations on taking the first step to becoming a better you. I look forward to connecting with you and helping you to facilitate change in your life. As your therapist, through my experience, I will bring the best that I know. I'm here to help you find the real you.
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Orlando Counseling Services
Counselor, MS, LMHC, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oviedo, FL 32765
***Accepting new clients*** Orlando Counseling Services is a counseling practice whose mission is to bring evidence-based treatment to the Orlando area. We serve a broad spectrum of clients providing individual, couples, and family therapy. Our team of therapists have extensive experience helping people identify and overcome a variety of mental health concerns. Our therapists provide a supportive environment to meet you where you are and help you or your loved one on your path towards healing and change.
***Accepting new clients*** Orlando Counseling Services is a counseling practice whose mission is to bring evidence-based treatment to the Orlando area. We serve a broad spectrum of clients providing individual, couples, and family therapy. Our team of therapists have extensive experience helping people identify and overcome a variety of mental health concerns. Our therapists provide a supportive environment to meet you where you are and help you or your loved one on your path towards healing and change.
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As of right now, I will not be accepting new clients until 2025.
As of right now, I will not be accepting new clients until 2025.
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It can be challenging to want to make a change, invest in yourself, try to view your life without judgment, and having no idea where to start. Truth be told, you don't need to know where to start, just that you want something to be different. Your willingness to examine yourself is what you bring to sessions and my experience and skill is where I meet you in those sessions. My role is to challenge you when you’re stuck and keep you accountable, providing education and practical skills to use in daily life, and support you through the discomfort of change and vulnerability - and to celebrate the successes that follow.
It can be challenging to want to make a change, invest in yourself, try to view your life without judgment, and having no idea where to start. Truth be told, you don't need to know where to start, just that you want something to be different. Your willingness to examine yourself is what you bring to sessions and my experience and skill is where I meet you in those sessions. My role is to challenge you when you’re stuck and keep you accountable, providing education and practical skills to use in daily life, and support you through the discomfort of change and vulnerability - and to celebrate the successes that follow.
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Kimberly Ward
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Oviedo, FL 32765 (Online Only)
Experienced online therapist with a demonstrated history of working in the mental health industry both FL and TX. Highly skilled in Child/Adolescent Development and Adults. I provide Individual Person-Centered Therapy, Couples Counseling, Reality Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness/Meditation, Yoga CBT. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, also approved by the State of Florida to be a Clinical Supervisor. I also am licensed the state of TX as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Experienced online therapist with a demonstrated history of working in the mental health industry both FL and TX. Highly skilled in Child/Adolescent Development and Adults. I provide Individual Person-Centered Therapy, Couples Counseling, Reality Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness/Meditation, Yoga CBT. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, also approved by the State of Florida to be a Clinical Supervisor. I also am licensed the state of TX as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
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Are you overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or relationship struggles? Searching for meaning in life? Grieving a loss or feeling stuck in achieving your dreams? Let's tackle these issues together. We will set goals and work through obstacles. My approach is non-judgmental, warm, and empowering. I want to help you gain emotional control and find solutions for happiness. Whether you prefer a casual or structured approach, I am here to support your healing and growth journey.
Are you overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or relationship struggles? Searching for meaning in life? Grieving a loss or feeling stuck in achieving your dreams? Let's tackle these issues together. We will set goals and work through obstacles. My approach is non-judgmental, warm, and empowering. I want to help you gain emotional control and find solutions for happiness. Whether you prefer a casual or structured approach, I am here to support your healing and growth journey.
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Reality Therapy
Is reality therapy evidence-based?
Reality therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapies. However, some research does indicate that reality therapy might be helpful for people with addiction, and may be effective in treating social anxiety in young people.
How long does reality therapy last?
Reality therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Reality therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of reality therapy long after treatment has ended.
Does reality therapy work?
Reality therapy can help a person manage concerns such as eating disorders, addiction, substance use, anxiety, phobias, and relationship difficulties. This type of therapy encourages a person to be accountable for their behaviors. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure. Reality therapy can be useful in one-on-one therapy or in group sessions. This method may be used with children, families, and adults.
What are the limitations of reality therapy?
This therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the therapist focuses on choices made by the individual in the present day. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over others. This format may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every client.