Emotionally Focused Therapists in Siesta Key, FL
Do you have childhood trauma? Do those emotionally painful experiences affect you as an adult? Do you push intense feelings or memories away to avoid pain? Do you find yourself in relationships where your deepest needs are not met? If these questions resonate with you, know that you’re not alone. I’m passionate about working with individuals who have had complicated childhoods. I offer my warmth, curiosity, compassion and active presence in providing a safe space to access and explore deep-rooted hurtful experiences. This process can help you heal from emotional pain and improve your relationship with yourself and with others.
Do you have childhood trauma? Do those emotionally painful experiences affect you as an adult? Do you push intense feelings or memories away to avoid pain? Do you find yourself in relationships where your deepest needs are not met? If these questions resonate with you, know that you’re not alone. I’m passionate about working with individuals who have had complicated childhoods. I offer my warmth, curiosity, compassion and active presence in providing a safe space to access and explore deep-rooted hurtful experiences. This process can help you heal from emotional pain and improve your relationship with yourself and with others.
Jessica Barbalato
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Siesta Key, FL 34242 (Online Only)
My name is Jessica Barbalato and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years experience in the field. I received my Master of Social Work from Fordham University and have experience working with diverse populations in various settings. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, adjustment issues/life transitions, trauma as well as identity issues. My belief is that strong relationship between client and therapist can be the catalyst for healing, change and growth. As a therapist, I would describe myself as warm, empathetic, charismatic, funny and non-judgemental. I conduct all sessions via teletherapy.
My name is Jessica Barbalato and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years experience in the field. I received my Master of Social Work from Fordham University and have experience working with diverse populations in various settings. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, adjustment issues/life transitions, trauma as well as identity issues. My belief is that strong relationship between client and therapist can be the catalyst for healing, change and growth. As a therapist, I would describe myself as warm, empathetic, charismatic, funny and non-judgemental. I conduct all sessions via teletherapy.
Empowering Minds and Healing Hearts... I am a strengths - based, holistic psychotherapist. You're stressed, anxious, or depressed. I get it. I've been there myself. Or perhaps you've been dealing with the same issues for many years without ever fully resolving them. My personal motto is that you are not your depression. You are not your anxiety. You are also not your past. Working with me you'll discover how to finally heal your emotional wounds. The life you're meant to live, as you define it, is waiting for you.
Empowering Minds and Healing Hearts... I am a strengths - based, holistic psychotherapist. You're stressed, anxious, or depressed. I get it. I've been there myself. Or perhaps you've been dealing with the same issues for many years without ever fully resolving them. My personal motto is that you are not your depression. You are not your anxiety. You are also not your past. Working with me you'll discover how to finally heal your emotional wounds. The life you're meant to live, as you define it, is waiting for you.
William Blake Miller
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA, RMHCI
Verified Verified
Siesta Key, FL 34242 (Online Only)
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I am licensed as a mental health counselor, and qualified mental health supervisor for the State of Florida, and hold an endorsement as an Infant Mental Health Mentor - Clinical with the Florida Association for Infant Mental Health. For over a decade I have specialized in therapy with children age 0-17, families, and couples, while also providing qualified supervision of registered mental health counseling interns. I received my Master's of Arts in Clinical Counseling from Columbia International University, and have provided therapy for families and couples in their homes, outpatient office settings, and in my private practice.
I am licensed as a mental health counselor, and qualified mental health supervisor for the State of Florida, and hold an endorsement as an Infant Mental Health Mentor - Clinical with the Florida Association for Infant Mental Health. For over a decade I have specialized in therapy with children age 0-17, families, and couples, while also providing qualified supervision of registered mental health counseling interns. I received my Master's of Arts in Clinical Counseling from Columbia International University, and have provided therapy for families and couples in their homes, outpatient office settings, and in my private practice.
Amaliya Bereznyuk
Counselor, LMHC, EdS, MS, CST
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34231 (Online Only)
Are you concerned about your sex life? As a sex therapist, I am passionate about helping clients navigate identity, relationships, or behaviors related to sex.
Are you concerned about your sex life? As a sex therapist, I am passionate about helping clients navigate identity, relationships, or behaviors related to sex.
Are you stuck in a rut, feeling overwhelmed or "different" than how you once were? Or have you been struggling with something for a long time and have now reached a place where you are ready for something to change, but don't know where to start? Maybe you're afraid of the stigma surrounding mental health and even looking for a therapist has been a big hurdle?
Are you stuck in a rut, feeling overwhelmed or "different" than how you once were? Or have you been struggling with something for a long time and have now reached a place where you are ready for something to change, but don't know where to start? Maybe you're afraid of the stigma surrounding mental health and even looking for a therapist has been a big hurdle?
I am currently accepting new clients with a wide variety of goals and circumstances. I aim to create a partnership to help unlock your potential, overcome challenges, strive for success, and manage difficult situations/negative life experiences. Every individual is extremely valuable, unique, and deserving of the support necessary to have a good quality of life, peace, and satisfaction. Frequently the biggest obstacles lie within, and my goal is to enable you to free yourself from problematic thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that you may strive for your ideal version of yourself.
I am currently accepting new clients with a wide variety of goals and circumstances. I aim to create a partnership to help unlock your potential, overcome challenges, strive for success, and manage difficult situations/negative life experiences. Every individual is extremely valuable, unique, and deserving of the support necessary to have a good quality of life, peace, and satisfaction. Frequently the biggest obstacles lie within, and my goal is to enable you to free yourself from problematic thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that you may strive for your ideal version of yourself.
West Coast Behavioral Therapy
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CAP, ICADC, C-PD
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34231
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Addiction Professional with offices in Sarasota and New Port Richey. My experience involves substance abuse, mood disorders, co-occurring disorders and anxiety disorders as well as guiding people to reduce stress and living a more fulfilling way of life. I attended school in Sarasota in the 1950's and early 1960's, enlisting in the United States Marine Corps from 1966 to 1970. I was in business in Sarasota until entering the mental health field in 1999 enrolling in Argosy/Sarasota In 2001 receiving a Master's in Mental Health Counseling in 2005.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Addiction Professional with offices in Sarasota and New Port Richey. My experience involves substance abuse, mood disorders, co-occurring disorders and anxiety disorders as well as guiding people to reduce stress and living a more fulfilling way of life. I attended school in Sarasota in the 1950's and early 1960's, enlisting in the United States Marine Corps from 1966 to 1970. I was in business in Sarasota until entering the mental health field in 1999 enrolling in Argosy/Sarasota In 2001 receiving a Master's in Mental Health Counseling in 2005.
Anne K Glowacki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LMFT, CHT
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34242 (Online Only)
Welcome and thank you for visiting and taking the first step to personal well-being. People seek out psychotherapy for many reasons. My focus is to help identify what is most important to you in your life that you wish to strengthen and express more fully, even if you are facing difficulties right now. What may appear as obstacles at first can merely be stepping-stones to your deepest fulfillment. I welcome the opportunity to take part of that journey with you in a confidential environment committed to sensitivity and compassion with proven strategies that motivate and encourage continued success.
Welcome and thank you for visiting and taking the first step to personal well-being. People seek out psychotherapy for many reasons. My focus is to help identify what is most important to you in your life that you wish to strengthen and express more fully, even if you are facing difficulties right now. What may appear as obstacles at first can merely be stepping-stones to your deepest fulfillment. I welcome the opportunity to take part of that journey with you in a confidential environment committed to sensitivity and compassion with proven strategies that motivate and encourage continued success.
Are you looking to explore varying emotions? Searching for clarity or guidance? Looking for a safe place to process things out loud? Then lets chat. There is empowerment in knowledge. Once you have the knowledge and develop an understanding, you are empowered to do with it what you will. Positive or negative. Something or nothing. The chose is yours. Knowledge can offer you clarity in seeing patterns never noticed before or in changing patterns you are fully aware of yet need the tools to promote change. My goal is to empower you gain insight and understanding as well as encouraging you as you make positive change in your life.
Are you looking to explore varying emotions? Searching for clarity or guidance? Looking for a safe place to process things out loud? Then lets chat. There is empowerment in knowledge. Once you have the knowledge and develop an understanding, you are empowered to do with it what you will. Positive or negative. Something or nothing. The chose is yours. Knowledge can offer you clarity in seeing patterns never noticed before or in changing patterns you are fully aware of yet need the tools to promote change. My goal is to empower you gain insight and understanding as well as encouraging you as you make positive change in your life.
Daniella Marchick
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRC, MS
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34231 (Online Only)
5am -1pm Telehealth spots OPEN for you or your parents! I support elder caregivers learn coping skills and emotional awareness so that they can provide consistent, sustainable, and compassionate care to a recipient. As a seasoned therapist specializing in eldercaregivers, I understand the challenges faced by both adult children and spouses as they navigate the complexities including navigating difficult decisions, working together with others, attending to relationship to death and managing burnout. Grappling with a myriad of emotions, including guilt, stress, grief and uncertainty is supported through the safe therapy space.
5am -1pm Telehealth spots OPEN for you or your parents! I support elder caregivers learn coping skills and emotional awareness so that they can provide consistent, sustainable, and compassionate care to a recipient. As a seasoned therapist specializing in eldercaregivers, I understand the challenges faced by both adult children and spouses as they navigate the complexities including navigating difficult decisions, working together with others, attending to relationship to death and managing burnout. Grappling with a myriad of emotions, including guilt, stress, grief and uncertainty is supported through the safe therapy space.
Are you feeling confused, disappointed or defeated? I seek to empower my clients to find their voice and inner strength that may have been squelched by past abuse and trauma. I have experience with many mental health issues but am passionate about helping my clients become emotionally and relationally whole whether it be individually, maritally or in their families.
Are you feeling confused, disappointed or defeated? I seek to empower my clients to find their voice and inner strength that may have been squelched by past abuse and trauma. I have experience with many mental health issues but am passionate about helping my clients become emotionally and relationally whole whether it be individually, maritally or in their families.
Hi, I’m Ashley Coto. I’ve been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for close to a decade. I’ve spent my career working with children & adolescents as well as older adults. I am skilled in multiple modalities and able to help a variety of clients working through traumas, anxiety, depression, or emotional barriers. I am skilled in multiple modalities and able to help a variety of clients working through traumas, anxiety, depression, or emotional barriers. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered, Solution-Focused & Narrative Therapies.
Hi, I’m Ashley Coto. I’ve been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for close to a decade. I’ve spent my career working with children & adolescents as well as older adults. I am skilled in multiple modalities and able to help a variety of clients working through traumas, anxiety, depression, or emotional barriers. I am skilled in multiple modalities and able to help a variety of clients working through traumas, anxiety, depression, or emotional barriers. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered, Solution-Focused & Narrative Therapies.
Thank you for checking out my profile! I welcome any questions that you may have prior to scheduling. I'm accepting new patients and I have been in private practice for 24 years. I offer a direct and genuine approach in a supportive environment to help people identify their unhealthy patterns of behaviors that contribute to the difficulties in our lives. I believe in a person's ability to change. My goal is to provide the most effective therapeutic services in a safe, caring, and empathetic environment. I believe that while an understanding of the past is essential, positive change occurs in the present.
Thank you for checking out my profile! I welcome any questions that you may have prior to scheduling. I'm accepting new patients and I have been in private practice for 24 years. I offer a direct and genuine approach in a supportive environment to help people identify their unhealthy patterns of behaviors that contribute to the difficulties in our lives. I believe in a person's ability to change. My goal is to provide the most effective therapeutic services in a safe, caring, and empathetic environment. I believe that while an understanding of the past is essential, positive change occurs in the present.
Megan Livesey
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34231 (Online Only)
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by anxiety or stress and is struggling to balance personal life and work. They need practical strategies to manage their emotions, gain self-awareness, and improve their overall well-being. Their goals include reducing negative emotions, building confidence, and fostering healthier relationships. They want these changes to achieve a more balanced, fulfilling life where they feel in control, empowered, and capable of thriving in their personal and professional lives.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by anxiety or stress and is struggling to balance personal life and work. They need practical strategies to manage their emotions, gain self-awareness, and improve their overall well-being. Their goals include reducing negative emotions, building confidence, and fostering healthier relationships. They want these changes to achieve a more balanced, fulfilling life where they feel in control, empowered, and capable of thriving in their personal and professional lives.
Brooke Drost
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34231 (Online Only)
Hi! I’m Brooke! Let’s get to it… Your mental well-being matters, dispite what your thoughts might tell you. As a compassionate and relatable therapist, I'm here to guide you through life's challenges with empathy and collaboration. Together, we'll build a positive therapeutic alliance and work towards your goals. Wherever you are on your journey, I'll meet you there and support your growth towards battling the thoughts to get to a place of control.
Hi! I’m Brooke! Let’s get to it… Your mental well-being matters, dispite what your thoughts might tell you. As a compassionate and relatable therapist, I'm here to guide you through life's challenges with empathy and collaboration. Together, we'll build a positive therapeutic alliance and work towards your goals. Wherever you are on your journey, I'll meet you there and support your growth towards battling the thoughts to get to a place of control.
Are you frustrated that anxiety or fear is shrinking the quality of your life, dictating what you can and can't do? Are you discouraged or depressed? I'm an expert in treating anxiety, OCD, and depression using methods proven to be effective by research. Using cognitive behavioral therapy, I can help you achieve freedom. We work on identifying and breaking the unhelpful cycles keeping you stuck, then building the skills to make decisions based on what is most important to you (values).
Are you frustrated that anxiety or fear is shrinking the quality of your life, dictating what you can and can't do? Are you discouraged or depressed? I'm an expert in treating anxiety, OCD, and depression using methods proven to be effective by research. Using cognitive behavioral therapy, I can help you achieve freedom. We work on identifying and breaking the unhelpful cycles keeping you stuck, then building the skills to make decisions based on what is most important to you (values).
Silvana McDevitt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34231
I am a LCSW specialized in working with older children, teens, and adults who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, boundary challenges, interpersonal problems, and trauma. I also enjoy working with neurodiverse clients in developing skills and strategies to help them navigate their daily lives. I strive to work with clients to blend practical strategies, coping skills, thought restructuring, mindfulness, problem solving, and other approaches to help them overcome day-to-day stressors and process previous traumatic or stressful events.
I am a LCSW specialized in working with older children, teens, and adults who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, boundary challenges, interpersonal problems, and trauma. I also enjoy working with neurodiverse clients in developing skills and strategies to help them navigate their daily lives. I strive to work with clients to blend practical strategies, coping skills, thought restructuring, mindfulness, problem solving, and other approaches to help them overcome day-to-day stressors and process previous traumatic or stressful events.
The journey of one's life can be thrown off course by unexpected changes, trauma, grief, life/family transitions, and emotional struggles. I am dedicated in creating a safe place for individuals and families to understand themselves better and explore these life challenges. Everyone needs to feel understood and accepted at some point in their lives. My goal is to recognize each person's individual needs and help create a path to a more fulfilling life. I am committed to providing holistic, inclusive, and personalized interventions that are effective in getting you back to your complete self.
The journey of one's life can be thrown off course by unexpected changes, trauma, grief, life/family transitions, and emotional struggles. I am dedicated in creating a safe place for individuals and families to understand themselves better and explore these life challenges. Everyone needs to feel understood and accepted at some point in their lives. My goal is to recognize each person's individual needs and help create a path to a more fulfilling life. I am committed to providing holistic, inclusive, and personalized interventions that are effective in getting you back to your complete self.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.