Adoption Therapists in Pembroke Pines, FL
Healing Hearts Holistic Therapy, LLC
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, PhD, MS, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pembroke Pines, FL 33026 (Online Only)
I specialize in family system dynamics, marital & relationship conflict, children & adolescent adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, feelings expression, school & peer conflict, women’s issues, career changes, life transitions, foster care youth, adoption, LGBTQIA issues, gender identity & expression.
I believe that empowerment is an essential and powerful tool in the healing process. I approach the therapist-client relationship with an open heart and mind, building upon trust, collaboration, and empathy to produce transformative outcomes. I seek to facilitate change by entering the client’s psychological world; this allows me to focus on the lived experiences of each individual and the personal meaning behind their circumstances past, present, and future to determine the most effective therapeutic interventions. My holistic approach to psychotherapy focuses on the overall relationship between mind, body & spirit!
I specialize in family system dynamics, marital & relationship conflict, children & adolescent adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, feelings expression, school & peer conflict, women’s issues, career changes, life transitions, foster care youth, adoption, LGBTQIA issues, gender identity & expression.
I believe that empowerment is an essential and powerful tool in the healing process. I approach the therapist-client relationship with an open heart and mind, building upon trust, collaboration, and empathy to produce transformative outcomes. I seek to facilitate change by entering the client’s psychological world; this allows me to focus on the lived experiences of each individual and the personal meaning behind their circumstances past, present, and future to determine the most effective therapeutic interventions. My holistic approach to psychotherapy focuses on the overall relationship between mind, body & spirit!
My specialties include single-incident and chronic childhood trauma (cPTSD) in children through adults, attachment issues and adoption work, anxiety disorders including generalized anxiety, panic attacks, separation anxiety, school refusal, OCD and phobias, and consultations for parents of infants/toddlers, children, adolescents and emerging adults.
I extend a personal welcome to you. I have been fortunate to receive intensive, high-quality training in clinical psychology; I completed internship and postdoctoral fellowship in Child/Family treatment at Dartmouth Medical School/National Center for PTSD. I am pleased to be able to provide effective, high-quality services to the community. During my time in residency, I received intensive training in evidence-based Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy/Prolonged Exposure for treatment of victims of physical, sexual, emotional abuse and neglect. I also specialize in treatment of anxiety and OCD.
My specialties include single-incident and chronic childhood trauma (cPTSD) in children through adults, attachment issues and adoption work, anxiety disorders including generalized anxiety, panic attacks, separation anxiety, school refusal, OCD and phobias, and consultations for parents of infants/toddlers, children, adolescents and emerging adults.
I extend a personal welcome to you. I have been fortunate to receive intensive, high-quality training in clinical psychology; I completed internship and postdoctoral fellowship in Child/Family treatment at Dartmouth Medical School/National Center for PTSD. I am pleased to be able to provide effective, high-quality services to the community. During my time in residency, I received intensive training in evidence-based Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy/Prolonged Exposure for treatment of victims of physical, sexual, emotional abuse and neglect. I also specialize in treatment of anxiety and OCD.
Support for adolescents, adults, and families who need assistance with life challenges such as anxiety, family related generational trauma, sexual concerns, PTSD /Complex trauma ( sexual abuse, domestic violence, neglect, adoption trauma) attachment issues, occupational stress (first responders) EMDR Certified, trauma focused, Sex Therapy Certified. Adoption Competent and Kink/poly and sex work affirmative. As your therapist, your healing is my goal. I provide psychotherapy in English and Spanish both in person and via telehealth. Techniques include EMDR, Somatic treatment, psychodynamic client centered attachment based strategies.
Support for adolescents, adults, and families who need assistance with life challenges such as anxiety, family related generational trauma, sexual concerns, PTSD /Complex trauma ( sexual abuse, domestic violence, neglect, adoption trauma) attachment issues, occupational stress (first responders) EMDR Certified, trauma focused, Sex Therapy Certified. Adoption Competent and Kink/poly and sex work affirmative. As your therapist, your healing is my goal. I provide psychotherapy in English and Spanish both in person and via telehealth. Techniques include EMDR, Somatic treatment, psychodynamic client centered attachment based strategies.
Merlyn Asencio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pembroke Pines, FL 33027 (Online Only)
My ideal client? She’s that strong, resilient woman who’s always been there for everyone else but now feels lost—caught in cycles of people-pleasing, unsteady boundaries, and relationships that leave her questioning her worth. She craves clarity, peace, and the freedom to break old patterns. She’s ambitious, whether stepping into motherhood, entrepreneurship, or just tired of surviving on autopilot. She knows something has to change. She’s ready to find her voice, heal old wounds, and live a life that feels truly fulfilling from the inside out. If that woman is you. I have good news. I’m here to help you do just that.
My ideal client? She’s that strong, resilient woman who’s always been there for everyone else but now feels lost—caught in cycles of people-pleasing, unsteady boundaries, and relationships that leave her questioning her worth. She craves clarity, peace, and the freedom to break old patterns. She’s ambitious, whether stepping into motherhood, entrepreneurship, or just tired of surviving on autopilot. She knows something has to change. She’s ready to find her voice, heal old wounds, and live a life that feels truly fulfilling from the inside out. If that woman is you. I have good news. I’m here to help you do just that.
Dr. Franchesca Meyers
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pembroke Pines, FL 33025 (Online Only)
Are you carrying the weight of life's challenges, from mental health struggles to grief and self-doubt? Well, let's acknowledge the Elephant in the Room—those issues that can't be avoided or overlooked. As Karen Joy Fowler says, "When there is an invisible elephant in the room, one is from time to time bound to trip over a trunk." So, let's address it. Together, we can create a safe space for you to unpack your emotions, confront your obstacles, and rediscover your strengths. Your goal? To break free from the weight you've been carrying, to find peace, clarity, and a renewed sense of self-worth. Let's navigate this journey together!
Are you carrying the weight of life's challenges, from mental health struggles to grief and self-doubt? Well, let's acknowledge the Elephant in the Room—those issues that can't be avoided or overlooked. As Karen Joy Fowler says, "When there is an invisible elephant in the room, one is from time to time bound to trip over a trunk." So, let's address it. Together, we can create a safe space for you to unpack your emotions, confront your obstacles, and rediscover your strengths. Your goal? To break free from the weight you've been carrying, to find peace, clarity, and a renewed sense of self-worth. Let's navigate this journey together!
I truly believe that every human being can be emotionally healthy if he or she is empowered with the tools and knowledge to face life’s challenges. My commitment is to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my client individual needs to support and lead them to a happier and healthier life. As a LMHC-Licensed Mental Health Counselor my clinical experience include working with people dealing with different types of trauma and depression. As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) I have experience in ABA working with children within the spectrum seeking to improve their quality of life, not just their behaviors.
I truly believe that every human being can be emotionally healthy if he or she is empowered with the tools and knowledge to face life’s challenges. My commitment is to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my client individual needs to support and lead them to a happier and healthier life. As a LMHC-Licensed Mental Health Counselor my clinical experience include working with people dealing with different types of trauma and depression. As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) I have experience in ABA working with children within the spectrum seeking to improve their quality of life, not just their behaviors.
Maria Eugenia Castillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pembroke Pines, FL 33028
Are the demands of parenting and the quest for perfection overwhelming you? Does micromanaging your children's lives only add to your stress and create conflicts? Have major life events like having a new baby, sending a child to college, or dealing with loss caused significant distress? Do you struggle to establish boundaries, communicate effectively, and maintain connections, leaving you feeling isolated or burned out? Don't allow the fear of judgment or the illusion of being a flawless parent paralyze you. Take the first step today toward healing and empowerment. With my guidance, you can lighten the your load.
Are the demands of parenting and the quest for perfection overwhelming you? Does micromanaging your children's lives only add to your stress and create conflicts? Have major life events like having a new baby, sending a child to college, or dealing with loss caused significant distress? Do you struggle to establish boundaries, communicate effectively, and maintain connections, leaving you feeling isolated or burned out? Don't allow the fear of judgment or the illusion of being a flawless parent paralyze you. Take the first step today toward healing and empowerment. With my guidance, you can lighten the your load.
Reaching New Heights Counseling & Consulting
Counselor, LMHC, QS
Verified Verified
Pembroke Pines, FL 33025 (Online Only)
Have your feelings or life been out of your control lately? As a working woman or mother, do you often struggle to maintain a work/life balance while juggling numerous responsibilities? Have you gone through a traumatic experience in the past that still affects you? Life is hard, but there’s help. Sometimes, we require additional support and guidance to help us find our way and achieve a better mental state. Who knows, it might even be time to reconsider who you are and work towards being the person you aspire to be. "I am here to assist you in navigating through life's obstacles."
Have your feelings or life been out of your control lately? As a working woman or mother, do you often struggle to maintain a work/life balance while juggling numerous responsibilities? Have you gone through a traumatic experience in the past that still affects you? Life is hard, but there’s help. Sometimes, we require additional support and guidance to help us find our way and achieve a better mental state. Who knows, it might even be time to reconsider who you are and work towards being the person you aspire to be. "I am here to assist you in navigating through life's obstacles."
Mind & Body Integrative Counseling Center
Counselor, LMHC, LMFT, CCTP, TIRT, PhD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
Stress is something we all experience. Did you know that we are addicted to stress hormones? Our brain actually finds ways for us to become stressed so cortisol can be released. Seeking therapy can be uncomfortable and scary at times. Meeting someone new and telling them your life story is a foreign concept for many of us. We know how stressful it can be, which is why we want to help you feel as comfortable as possible. Therapy is a way to change the old thinking patterns your brain is used to. Our group practice has over 20 years of combined experience in the mental health field
Stress is something we all experience. Did you know that we are addicted to stress hormones? Our brain actually finds ways for us to become stressed so cortisol can be released. Seeking therapy can be uncomfortable and scary at times. Meeting someone new and telling them your life story is a foreign concept for many of us. We know how stressful it can be, which is why we want to help you feel as comfortable as possible. Therapy is a way to change the old thinking patterns your brain is used to. Our group practice has over 20 years of combined experience in the mental health field
Maria Clara Moncayo
Counselor, MA, NCC, LMHC, ACS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pembroke Pines, FL 33026
A meaningful therapeutic alliance holds the extraordinary potential to enrich our lives by fostering enhanced interpersonal connections, facilitating recovery from both physical and mental health challenges, and providing the clarity and understanding necessary to reach our full potential.
A meaningful therapeutic alliance holds the extraordinary potential to enrich our lives by fostering enhanced interpersonal connections, facilitating recovery from both physical and mental health challenges, and providing the clarity and understanding necessary to reach our full potential.
Life events present challenges and may serve as roadblocks in our lives weighing us down, stunting our growth, confusing our path and making it difficult to move on. I believe these challenges are opportunities for growth, to evolve, heal, and reconnect with ourselves. I will be glad to be part of this process to help you heal, modify, and make changes that maximize your potential allowing you to be your best self and to function at your best.
Life events present challenges and may serve as roadblocks in our lives weighing us down, stunting our growth, confusing our path and making it difficult to move on. I believe these challenges are opportunities for growth, to evolve, heal, and reconnect with ourselves. I will be glad to be part of this process to help you heal, modify, and make changes that maximize your potential allowing you to be your best self and to function at your best.
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Racquel Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, QS
Verified Verified
Pembroke Pines, FL 33024 (Online Only)
Do you feel overwhelmed and pulled in a million directions? Are you struggling to have effective and open communication with your loved ones? If you answered yes to any of those questions then you’ve come to the right place. Together, we can identify what’s not working and get you to your happy place. I work with clients to identify their strengths and how to use them successfully while navigating through life. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including infertility, parenting issues, depression, anxiety, couples with relationship issues, career challenges, end of life concerns, and loss and grief.
Do you feel overwhelmed and pulled in a million directions? Are you struggling to have effective and open communication with your loved ones? If you answered yes to any of those questions then you’ve come to the right place. Together, we can identify what’s not working and get you to your happy place. I work with clients to identify their strengths and how to use them successfully while navigating through life. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including infertility, parenting issues, depression, anxiety, couples with relationship issues, career challenges, end of life concerns, and loss and grief.
Mireya M Rivero
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, QS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pembroke Pines, FL 33029 (Online Only)
Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Florida with over 10 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families bloom despite various life challenges. My areas of expertise include anxiety, parenting, life transitions, depression, family conflict and stress management. I work with adolescents and adults. I also provide services in Spanish. Seeking help can be overwhelming but it doesn't need to be. I look forward to working with you in your wellness journey as you do the deeper work that leads to lasting change.
Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Florida with over 10 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families bloom despite various life challenges. My areas of expertise include anxiety, parenting, life transitions, depression, family conflict and stress management. I work with adolescents and adults. I also provide services in Spanish. Seeking help can be overwhelming but it doesn't need to be. I look forward to working with you in your wellness journey as you do the deeper work that leads to lasting change.
My name is Michele Jacobson and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida. I am comfortable working with many kinds of challenges and welcome the opportunity to assist you. I would like to work together to discover the tools necessary for a new outlook in your life. I am here to assist with any issue affecting your well being and have expertise in stress management, anxiety and panic disorders, PTSD, trauma, grief and loss issues as well as work/life balance and self care. I am experienced with life transitions whether it be college, new job, relationships, parenting issues, medical problems, empty nesters or retirement.
My name is Michele Jacobson and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida. I am comfortable working with many kinds of challenges and welcome the opportunity to assist you. I would like to work together to discover the tools necessary for a new outlook in your life. I am here to assist with any issue affecting your well being and have expertise in stress management, anxiety and panic disorders, PTSD, trauma, grief and loss issues as well as work/life balance and self care. I am experienced with life transitions whether it be college, new job, relationships, parenting issues, medical problems, empty nesters or retirement.
Ayala Winer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pembroke Pines, FL 33029
I am passionate about providing individual and marriage counseling. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve the challenges in your life for a better future. I work with each couple and individual to develop better, more positive perspectives on life. My goal in therapy is to work collaboratively with my clients and help them rediscover inner strength that focuses and leads to lasting solutions.
I am passionate about providing individual and marriage counseling. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve the challenges in your life for a better future. I work with each couple and individual to develop better, more positive perspectives on life. My goal in therapy is to work collaboratively with my clients and help them rediscover inner strength that focuses and leads to lasting solutions.
Counseling and Wellness Center of South Florida
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Pembroke Pines, FL 33028
If you or your loved ones are in pain, suffering, hurt, confused, going through a tough time, in need of Help, there is hope! We are here for you! We offer Counseling for Children, Teens, Adults, and Elders. Couples Counseling, Family Therapy, Adolescent Counseling, Art and Music Therapy, EMDR, DBT, ACT, Medical Family Therapy and Group Therapy in a nurturing, supportive, comfortable, and compassionate environment. Our Team of Therapists lead by Staci Lee Schnell are here to help you and your family.
If you or your loved ones are in pain, suffering, hurt, confused, going through a tough time, in need of Help, there is hope! We are here for you! We offer Counseling for Children, Teens, Adults, and Elders. Couples Counseling, Family Therapy, Adolescent Counseling, Art and Music Therapy, EMDR, DBT, ACT, Medical Family Therapy and Group Therapy in a nurturing, supportive, comfortable, and compassionate environment. Our Team of Therapists lead by Staci Lee Schnell are here to help you and your family.
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I am dedicated to providing a supportive counseling environment to help clients achieve awareness, leading to healing and personal growth. My role is to help clients explore their emotional needs and provide feedback. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone to creating the best possible environment for self exploration and permanent change. I take the time to assess my client's needs and work with them to create the life and relationships that they will find ultimately fulfilling.
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I am dedicated to providing a supportive counseling environment to help clients achieve awareness, leading to healing and personal growth. My role is to help clients explore their emotional needs and provide feedback. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone to creating the best possible environment for self exploration and permanent change. I take the time to assess my client's needs and work with them to create the life and relationships that they will find ultimately fulfilling.
Dr. Gloria N Valdivieso
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pembroke Pines, FL 33029
Is life spinning out of control? Does your head feel like a “worry machine" that's constantly churning? Are you continuously on edge with the feeling that something bad will happen? Maybe you don't trust yourself or anybody around you. Living in constant self-doubt and overthinking mode have you feeling stuck. Maybe everything on the exterior seems ok but you still feel that emptiness inside. You can’t escape that feeling of not being “good enough.” You’re chasing perfection and coming up short. You feel like a slave to everyone’s expectations of you and you don’t want to live like this anymore. Check my website for more info!
Is life spinning out of control? Does your head feel like a “worry machine" that's constantly churning? Are you continuously on edge with the feeling that something bad will happen? Maybe you don't trust yourself or anybody around you. Living in constant self-doubt and overthinking mode have you feeling stuck. Maybe everything on the exterior seems ok but you still feel that emptiness inside. You can’t escape that feeling of not being “good enough.” You’re chasing perfection and coming up short. You feel like a slave to everyone’s expectations of you and you don’t want to live like this anymore. Check my website for more info!
Holly McIntyre
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Pembroke Pines, FL 33028
Hi! I'm Holly McIntyre LCSW, I am a compassionate and accepting psychotherapist. I offer a judgement-free, safe space for individuals (Children and Adults), couples and family therapy. My approach to therapeutic healing is based on the understanding that each client is special and has a distinctive personal experience and story to tell. I am trained in several treatment modalities; Hypnotherapy, Cognitive behavioral Therapy, Solution Focus Therapy, Narrative Therapy. Call or email me to schedule a free initial phone consultation. I look forward to connecting with you.
Hi! I'm Holly McIntyre LCSW, I am a compassionate and accepting psychotherapist. I offer a judgement-free, safe space for individuals (Children and Adults), couples and family therapy. My approach to therapeutic healing is based on the understanding that each client is special and has a distinctive personal experience and story to tell. I am trained in several treatment modalities; Hypnotherapy, Cognitive behavioral Therapy, Solution Focus Therapy, Narrative Therapy. Call or email me to schedule a free initial phone consultation. I look forward to connecting with you.
Your problems are not your problems. Your problems want to teach you about your patterns that no longer work for you. For over 40 years, I have helped clients turn their challenges into learning lessons. Many of my clients have stated that the journey inward is a lot more fun than expected. We will accomplish your goals by tapping into learning from the past; living better in the present and creating a healthy future. Author of "My Parents Are Getting a Divorce...I Wonder What Will Happen to Me." To purchase my book, visit www.imstillmebook.com
Your problems are not your problems. Your problems want to teach you about your patterns that no longer work for you. For over 40 years, I have helped clients turn their challenges into learning lessons. Many of my clients have stated that the journey inward is a lot more fun than expected. We will accomplish your goals by tapping into learning from the past; living better in the present and creating a healthy future. Author of "My Parents Are Getting a Divorce...I Wonder What Will Happen to Me." To purchase my book, visit www.imstillmebook.com
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Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.