Therapists in Palm Beach Gardens, FL
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Angels Among us services Inc areas of focus. We over offer Concierge Mental Health Services. Custody/Divorce/Mediation/Legal/Litigation Consulting/ Trial Preparation/Legal Consulting/Failure to Launch Syndrome/Mental Health Consulting/Coaching/ Expert Court Witness/Parenting Coach/Supervised Visitations/Supervised Parental Drop off Reunification Therapy. Family Coach/Geriatric Care Management. Grief and loss, along with loss of a pet. Trauma, Hoarding/ Personality Disorders. Chronic Illness/ESA Consult/Weight loss/Palliative Support/ Relationship Issues, Couples, Lesbian/Gay/Plural/Asperger's Relationships.
Angels Among us services Inc areas of focus. We over offer Concierge Mental Health Services. Custody/Divorce/Mediation/Legal/Litigation Consulting/ Trial Preparation/Legal Consulting/Failure to Launch Syndrome/Mental Health Consulting/Coaching/ Expert Court Witness/Parenting Coach/Supervised Visitations/Supervised Parental Drop off Reunification Therapy. Family Coach/Geriatric Care Management. Grief and loss, along with loss of a pet. Trauma, Hoarding/ Personality Disorders. Chronic Illness/ESA Consult/Weight loss/Palliative Support/ Relationship Issues, Couples, Lesbian/Gay/Plural/Asperger's Relationships.
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James Douglas Jr
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MS, RCMHI, RMFTI
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
I am a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern and a Registered Clinical Mental Health Counselor Intern with a bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling from Barry University. I have over 14 years of experience working with dual diagnosis, behavioral health, applied behavioral analysis, mental health, and coaching with children, adolescents, teens, adults, couples, families, and businesses. I also have experience working with ADHD, anxiety, depression, insomnia, bipolar, behavioral issues, work/life balance, goal setting.
I am a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern and a Registered Clinical Mental Health Counselor Intern with a bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling from Barry University. I have over 14 years of experience working with dual diagnosis, behavioral health, applied behavioral analysis, mental health, and coaching with children, adolescents, teens, adults, couples, families, and businesses. I also have experience working with ADHD, anxiety, depression, insomnia, bipolar, behavioral issues, work/life balance, goal setting.
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Beth Zweig LCSW, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33403
I specialize in working with Adults and Couples in areas such as: ADD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationships gender issues, work, school, inner child work, infidelity, parenting, co-dependency, behavior issues, divorce, bereavement or loss, and ineffective coping skills to name a few.
For the past 30+ years,I have been helping individuals, families, and couples, . My approach to improving the lives of others, is based upon a variety of techniques. I challenge myself to think out of the box, with each individual, and have had great success being part of the personal growth of many. The primary focus is on teaching accountability and helping to empower individuals, families and couples to make "wiser choices." My style is interactive, which allows both the individual and therapist to work together as a team to resolve problems.
I specialize in working with Adults and Couples in areas such as: ADD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationships gender issues, work, school, inner child work, infidelity, parenting, co-dependency, behavior issues, divorce, bereavement or loss, and ineffective coping skills to name a few.
For the past 30+ years,I have been helping individuals, families, and couples, . My approach to improving the lives of others, is based upon a variety of techniques. I challenge myself to think out of the box, with each individual, and have had great success being part of the personal growth of many. The primary focus is on teaching accountability and helping to empower individuals, families and couples to make "wiser choices." My style is interactive, which allows both the individual and therapist to work together as a team to resolve problems.
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Treating individuals, couples, families or groups, my practice is diverse enough to help you grow and accomplish specific goals to better your life.
I have dedicated my career to helping my clients find the balance missing in their lives. My caseload currently consists of clients suffering from depression, anxiety, addiction, family concerns, body image issues, and those who lack motivation. My style of therapy is to help direct my clients in a positive manner with a "plan in hand" after leaving my office. A plan that allows you to produce tangible progress. Together, through hard work, I can help you discover the path to moving forward in a positive direction.
Treating individuals, couples, families or groups, my practice is diverse enough to help you grow and accomplish specific goals to better your life.
I have dedicated my career to helping my clients find the balance missing in their lives. My caseload currently consists of clients suffering from depression, anxiety, addiction, family concerns, body image issues, and those who lack motivation. My style of therapy is to help direct my clients in a positive manner with a "plan in hand" after leaving my office. A plan that allows you to produce tangible progress. Together, through hard work, I can help you discover the path to moving forward in a positive direction.
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Carol Lynn Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
The most important relationship you have is the one with yourself. If you don't have positive feelings toward yourself, how can you truly be happy and have honest and loving relationships in your life? I give my clients the skills and tools to create positive change in their lives. Results they have seen include: Increased self-confidence/ Much improved self-esteem/ Finding their ideal mate/ Enjoying intimacy in their relationships/ Created open lines of communication with their partner, family, friends or co-workers/ Major decreases in symptoms due to loss, grief or from a traumatic event/ Improved work performance
The most important relationship you have is the one with yourself. If you don't have positive feelings toward yourself, how can you truly be happy and have honest and loving relationships in your life? I give my clients the skills and tools to create positive change in their lives. Results they have seen include: Increased self-confidence/ Much improved self-esteem/ Finding their ideal mate/ Enjoying intimacy in their relationships/ Created open lines of communication with their partner, family, friends or co-workers/ Major decreases in symptoms due to loss, grief or from a traumatic event/ Improved work performance
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Daniela Tullio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33403
Daniela is a Licensed clinician, with background experience in working with an array of individuals struggling with different life obstacles, unresolved issues, and barriers, that are preventing them from living their best life. She has experience in working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, addiction, PTSD, trauma, grief & loss, low self esteem, and relationship issues. Daniela is a caring and empathetic therapist, who is dedicated to providing her clients with the highest quality of care and treatment.
Daniela is a Licensed clinician, with background experience in working with an array of individuals struggling with different life obstacles, unresolved issues, and barriers, that are preventing them from living their best life. She has experience in working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, addiction, PTSD, trauma, grief & loss, low self esteem, and relationship issues. Daniela is a caring and empathetic therapist, who is dedicated to providing her clients with the highest quality of care and treatment.
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Oasis Counseling Center
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
We provide mental health counseling for a variety of conditions, including anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship difficulties.
The mission of Oasis Counseling is to help men, women, and their families heal from the trials and pains of life with life-affirming, spiritual based, counseling and proven therapeutic techniques.
We provide mental health counseling for a variety of conditions, including anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship difficulties.
The mission of Oasis Counseling is to help men, women, and their families heal from the trials and pains of life with life-affirming, spiritual based, counseling and proven therapeutic techniques.
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Center for Trauma Counseling, Inc.
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33403
Services provided are individual therapy, family therapy, couples counseling, and group therapy.
Have you been thinking about seeing a therapist to ease emotional distress? Our therapists at Center for Trauma Counseling can help you overcome any obstacles to seeking help, meet your goals, and start your journey to emotional healing today. We work with young children, families, adolescents, and adults. We tailor our treatment approach to meet our clients' individual needs. We believe that by providing a safe compassionate space and effective tools, clients can resolve problems and find answers. We have highly qualified professionals including registered Play Therapists and Certified Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)therapists on staff.
Services provided are individual therapy, family therapy, couples counseling, and group therapy.
Have you been thinking about seeing a therapist to ease emotional distress? Our therapists at Center for Trauma Counseling can help you overcome any obstacles to seeking help, meet your goals, and start your journey to emotional healing today. We work with young children, families, adolescents, and adults. We tailor our treatment approach to meet our clients' individual needs. We believe that by providing a safe compassionate space and effective tools, clients can resolve problems and find answers. We have highly qualified professionals including registered Play Therapists and Certified Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)therapists on staff.
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Judith Richardson
Counselor, MS, LMHC, MCAP, SAP, QS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 (Online Only)
I work with individuals, couples, families and groups in the areas of personal issues, relationship concerns, recovery, building self esteem, and career guidance.
People are goal oriented and seek solutions to feel comfortable and successful. The focus of my counseling is to assist clients in building healthy relationships and a better understanding and acceptance of self. Working together, I will assist you in the continued development of your strengths to create positive change in your life. I work with individuals, couples, and families in developing balance in life, improvement with self and relationships, changing behavioral patterns, maintaining recovery from addictions, and increasing spirituality. I incorporate various techniques allowing the client to identify their goals and be the guide in reaching positive results.
I work with individuals, couples, families and groups in the areas of personal issues, relationship concerns, recovery, building self esteem, and career guidance.
People are goal oriented and seek solutions to feel comfortable and successful. The focus of my counseling is to assist clients in building healthy relationships and a better understanding and acceptance of self. Working together, I will assist you in the continued development of your strengths to create positive change in your life. I work with individuals, couples, and families in developing balance in life, improvement with self and relationships, changing behavioral patterns, maintaining recovery from addictions, and increasing spirituality. I incorporate various techniques allowing the client to identify their goals and be the guide in reaching positive results.
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My name is Ashley Conway and I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker in Florida. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Public Management in 2010 and later went on to receive a Master’s degree in Social Work from Florida Atlantic University in 2021. I began working in the mental health field in 2019 and have gained valuable experience working with both children and adults in a variety of clinical settings. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as Child Centered Play Therapy. I have experience with a wide array of mental health issues including PTSD, depression, anxiety, personality disorders,trauma,and behavioral issues.
My name is Ashley Conway and I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker in Florida. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Public Management in 2010 and later went on to receive a Master’s degree in Social Work from Florida Atlantic University in 2021. I began working in the mental health field in 2019 and have gained valuable experience working with both children and adults in a variety of clinical settings. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as Child Centered Play Therapy. I have experience with a wide array of mental health issues including PTSD, depression, anxiety, personality disorders,trauma,and behavioral issues.
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Memory Testing Ctr/Eileen Messing and Associates
Psychologist, PsyD, PA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
With offices in both Delray Beach and Palm Beach Gardens, we offer both therapy and neuropsychological testing services. Our team works with children through adults, and offers services in English, Spanish and French. Our Educational testing services specialize in academic assessment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and other Learning Disabilities. Memory testing services are offered in both English and Spanish, and are designed to evaluate people for potential diagnoses of dementia, brain injury, or other cognitive disorders. We evaluate individuals who have concern regarding the possibility of Alzheimer's disease.
With offices in both Delray Beach and Palm Beach Gardens, we offer both therapy and neuropsychological testing services. Our team works with children through adults, and offers services in English, Spanish and French. Our Educational testing services specialize in academic assessment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and other Learning Disabilities. Memory testing services are offered in both English and Spanish, and are designed to evaluate people for potential diagnoses of dementia, brain injury, or other cognitive disorders. We evaluate individuals who have concern regarding the possibility of Alzheimer's disease.
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Barbara P. Antonetti
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ACS, SAP
Verified Verified
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
I can help you navigate stressful times. If you are seeking Individual Therapy, or Marriage Counseling, there is a solution. --Couple's Counseling: communication, infidelity, and sexual issues.
Individuals: depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, grief, eating disorders,
I have over 21 years experience in Marriage and Family Therapy, and am licensed to diagnose and treat a wide range of serious clinical disorders.
Whether you just want a better social life, or you're suffering a major loss, this is your life, and I can help you make it better.
"Therapy Changes Your Life"...
Once you decide, I'll help you reach your goals.
I can help you navigate stressful times. If you are seeking Individual Therapy, or Marriage Counseling, there is a solution. --Couple's Counseling: communication, infidelity, and sexual issues.
Individuals: depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, grief, eating disorders,
I have over 21 years experience in Marriage and Family Therapy, and am licensed to diagnose and treat a wide range of serious clinical disorders.
Whether you just want a better social life, or you're suffering a major loss, this is your life, and I can help you make it better.
"Therapy Changes Your Life"...
Once you decide, I'll help you reach your goals.
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I believe that mental health is health - every person can benefit from counseling and spending time supporting their mental wellbeing in addition to their physical health. I enjoy working collaboratively with clients and will consider it a privilege to sit with you in your pain, to celebrate your triumphs, and to have the opportunity to compassionately challenge you to modify your thinking and behavior to achieve a greater level of wellness. You can take the first steps towards a better life by investing in yourself today!
I believe that mental health is health - every person can benefit from counseling and spending time supporting their mental wellbeing in addition to their physical health. I enjoy working collaboratively with clients and will consider it a privilege to sit with you in your pain, to celebrate your triumphs, and to have the opportunity to compassionately challenge you to modify your thinking and behavior to achieve a greater level of wellness. You can take the first steps towards a better life by investing in yourself today!
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Sarah R Sacks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAP
Verified Verified
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Where Healthy Lifestyles are created. If you don't like the reality you have than create the one you want. It is that simple. I specialize in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance abuse and dependency, grief/loss, life transitions, self-esteem, and adult child focus.
Where Healthy Lifestyles are created. If you don't like the reality you have than create the one you want. It is that simple. I specialize in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance abuse and dependency, grief/loss, life transitions, self-esteem, and adult child focus.
Welcome to our group, ProWellness Academy. We are here with several specialist available daily to service all your mental wellness and addiction counseling needs.
Welcome to our group, ProWellness Academy. We are here with several specialist available daily to service all your mental wellness and addiction counseling needs.
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Do you seek peace and harmony? Nina helps individuals develop skills that enable them to express themselves more effectively, understand others, resolve conflicts and develop mutually agreeable solutions to problems. For example, individuals learn to: identify goals and implement steps to achieve them; develop techniques to build healthy relationships; effectively manage stress; effectively manage psychological disorders and develop effective coping skills in order to lead fulfilling lives. She has seven years of experience in hospital, church, and private settings. Nina is also a trained family mediator and life coach. Her clients include adults, children, adolescents, couples, families, and organizations.
Do you seek peace and harmony? Nina helps individuals develop skills that enable them to express themselves more effectively, understand others, resolve conflicts and develop mutually agreeable solutions to problems. For example, individuals learn to: identify goals and implement steps to achieve them; develop techniques to build healthy relationships; effectively manage stress; effectively manage psychological disorders and develop effective coping skills in order to lead fulfilling lives. She has seven years of experience in hospital, church, and private settings. Nina is also a trained family mediator and life coach. Her clients include adults, children, adolescents, couples, families, and organizations.
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Specializing in anxiety/depression, PTSD, substance abuse, general life stressors, mindfulness, & family/ relationship counseling, I offer a safe space to process, explore, and freely express yourself.
It is important that my clients have issues that I am qualified to treat. An ideal client would be willing to explore, understand, and work through their psychological and emotional challenges. Their needs consist of a nonjudgmental space where they feel seen, heard, and understood, allowing them to express themselves freely and practical tools and coping strategies to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, or stress and to navigate challenging emotions or situations.
Specializing in anxiety/depression, PTSD, substance abuse, general life stressors, mindfulness, & family/ relationship counseling, I offer a safe space to process, explore, and freely express yourself.
It is important that my clients have issues that I am qualified to treat. An ideal client would be willing to explore, understand, and work through their psychological and emotional challenges. Their needs consist of a nonjudgmental space where they feel seen, heard, and understood, allowing them to express themselves freely and practical tools and coping strategies to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, or stress and to navigate challenging emotions or situations.
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Working with individuals, couples, and families, I offer a compassionate relationship, allowing you to explore & express your needs, develop steps toward your needs, and fortify resilience, support system, & strategies.
Whether your needs involve coping with depression, anxiety, or trauma; childhood issues, work-related issues, relationship issues, or family issues; or you or someone you are/have been involved with is/has struggled with a substance use issue, I am willing to help you discover your personal goals, strategize a plan for meeting those goals, and to guide you along the path you are cutting. I enjoy working with individuals who have a strong desire to identify complex areas or situations in their own lives that they would like to re-evaluate.
Working with individuals, couples, and families, I offer a compassionate relationship, allowing you to explore & express your needs, develop steps toward your needs, and fortify resilience, support system, & strategies.
Whether your needs involve coping with depression, anxiety, or trauma; childhood issues, work-related issues, relationship issues, or family issues; or you or someone you are/have been involved with is/has struggled with a substance use issue, I am willing to help you discover your personal goals, strategize a plan for meeting those goals, and to guide you along the path you are cutting. I enjoy working with individuals who have a strong desire to identify complex areas or situations in their own lives that they would like to re-evaluate.
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I am passionate about women's issues, body image, developing a healthy relationship with food, and promoting overall self-care and self-love.
My ideal client may present with a variety of issues, but ultimately they are motivated to seek change and implement strategies discussed in therapy while in-between sessions. They strive to be open and vulnerable in sessions and are looking to be an active and collaborative part of their therapeutic journey. I believe that we are all experts on our own experience, and a client who is willing to provide feedback on what is working and what isn't can assist in helping them tailor the therapy experience to their individual needs.
I am passionate about women's issues, body image, developing a healthy relationship with food, and promoting overall self-care and self-love.
My ideal client may present with a variety of issues, but ultimately they are motivated to seek change and implement strategies discussed in therapy while in-between sessions. They strive to be open and vulnerable in sessions and are looking to be an active and collaborative part of their therapeutic journey. I believe that we are all experts on our own experience, and a client who is willing to provide feedback on what is working and what isn't can assist in helping them tailor the therapy experience to their individual needs.
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Are you looking for relief from symptoms of PTSD, seeking emotional validation, or even yearning to feel "just a little bit better"? Are you ready to explore your emotions, practice new strategies for healing, find forgiveness for yourself, and learn to set and work towards achieving your own treatment goals? My specialty is treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship conflicts, and more. Anyone who is ready to feel empowered and take back control of their life is my ideal client.
Are you looking for relief from symptoms of PTSD, seeking emotional validation, or even yearning to feel "just a little bit better"? Are you ready to explore your emotions, practice new strategies for healing, find forgiveness for yourself, and learn to set and work towards achieving your own treatment goals? My specialty is treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship conflicts, and more. Anyone who is ready to feel empowered and take back control of their life is my ideal client.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.