Adults Therapists in Sunny Isles Beach, FL

I work with those seeking support and compassion, while navigating difficult emotions, experiences, and the residual impact on the mind and body. I believe that acknowledgement of our humanity allows us the freedom to be who we are and who we want to be. Everyone holds the power to create their own reality. This reality is created by the barriers we choose to acquire and those we choose to repel, as the blossom of the lotus flower repels the muddy waters. My priorities as a therapist are to offer a safe space, help you reach your goals/ desires, and offer guidance to become unstuck when it feels nearly impossible.

Often time, people begin psychotherapy as a result of feeling disconnected from themselves or the world. When overwhelmed by life, you may notice feeling drained, disconnected, dissatisfied with your relationships, and at times physically unwell. In therapy, I create a safe space to explore past, present, and future struggles and work towards goals in order to live a more insightful, balanced, fulfilled life.

Bilingual, Culturally Sensitive, Trauma-informed, Relational Psychotherapy. I believe that engaging in therapy is an act of courage because change is by definition radical. An important goal of therapy is to connect to your authentic/creative self as a way to make meaning in times of suffering. Together we will explore your personal, family, cultural, and political history to understand the ways in which your experiences shape how you feel in the world. Whether you are struggling with life transitions, finding/keeping good relationships, or trying to integrate different identities, our work can help you find some sense of cohesion.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of professional experience providing psychotherapy services. I work with adults, adolescents, children and couples. I provide my clients with a unique approach helping them to identify and achieve specific therapy goals in confidential, empathetic and trusting atmosphere. I speak English, Russian and Spanish.

As a licensed clinical psychologist, I recognize that life and relationships can prove to be challenging. I appreciate the courage it takes for one to share personal concerns and strive for life change, therefore I aim to provide a safe and respectful therapeutic environment. I strongly believe in the power of therapy as a means of improving the quality of ones' life through the following: developing greater insight and understanding of ones' concerns, exploring alternative perspectives, reduction of symptoms, adopting alternative coping strategies, improving self esteem, and strengthening communication skills.

Today, our lives are full of stressful situations. If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, if you have no one to talk to about your problems - you need to seek out a therapist. If you are reading this you have already taken the first step to finding someone you can relate to. I have almost 20 years experience counseling and coaching both males and females as adolescents, young adults, midlife and older adults and help them successfully find the causes and solutions to their problems.

Accepting new clients! For the past 16 years, I have worked with children, adolescents, adults and families in a variety of capacities. I am a board-certified Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I love working with children and specialize in play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and psychodynamic therapy. However, multiple modalities are interwoven in my work to meet my client's needs.

My ideal therapy client is someone who is seeking support to navigate personal challenges and improve their overall well-being. This client would most likely be in a stage where they are able to recognize a difficulty or problem that has begun to affect their life in a less than positive way, and is motivated to take the steps necessary to live in a way that is optimal for them.

I have extensive experience with individual therapy, working for substance use treatment centers, and working at various psychiatric hospitals. I have worked in roles including Behavioral Health Tech, Case Management, Primary Therapist, and Clinical Supervisor. I have worked with age groups ranging from young children to geriatrics. I prefer to work with adults of all ages with all types of substance use histories/mental health issues. I firmly believe that in order to help someone, you have to understand them. In order to understand someone, you require personal life experience to truly understand where they are coming from.

Are you a new mom and feeling intense anxiety or sadness? Intense bursts of anger? Finding yourself crying often or always on the verge of tears? Feeling like you’re losing complete control of your mind and emotions? Have really distressing thoughts about yourself and/or your child that scare you? Afraid you're not bonding with baby? If this sounds similar to what you're experiencing right now during pregnancy or postpartum(even if it’s been 6mos+ since the birth), I’m here to tell you you’re not alone and it's NOT your fault. You don’t have to keep suffering and there is healing and relief with the right support.

Are you having some concerns with your marriage or relationship? If your answer is yes, you might feel the need to discuss your relationship problems with friends or family members because it is normal to feel the need to vent your emotions, disappointments and frustrations with someone else besides your partner. However, it can be very costly to you for many reasons. First of all, friends and family cannot be very neutral. Second, your privacy can be compromised which you might regret later on.

I work primarily with individuals or families going through difficulties and looking to over come hardship and transform their lives. Growing up my love for this field came from my strong sense of empathy and desire to connect and understand the pain of others. As a child I experienced emotions at an intense level and was easily misunderstood . This created a passion within me to help others be understood and understand themselves and their emotions so that they can have the power to better their lives.

Is your marriage unhappy, is communication difficult, are you experiencing sexual issues in your couple, maybe thinking about divorce or struggling as a parent or having difficulty blending a new family? The stress and pressures of life can be overwhelming and can affect even the strongest individuals and families. The first step is finding a therapist who can understand your situation and has the experience to guide you to effectively resolve these problems. I work with couples, and individuals to help them deal directly with their problems using a solution focused collaborative and cooperative approach

Life can be challenging! Whether you are struggling with stress and worry, trying to break free from toxic relationships or habits, or just looking to nurture and care for yourself, let’s take on this journey together! I have nearly 15 years of experience in the mental health field working in various settings with various populations, including those struggling with severe and persistent mental health issues. My vast experience has created a solid foundation in helping individuals with the unique struggles they may face.

In the midst of all the pressures, demands, threats and urges that we are subject to in these times, it is easy to feel lost and hopeless about the future. I am here to help you find old and new strengths, and develop cognitive and emotional tools, to draw meaning from all your suffering. Whether you are experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress, anger, or relational problems, you are going through loss and grief or have experienced trauma, or you are in the midst of a life transition at any stage of life, I am here to help you get through this process and guide you to become a better version of yourself.

The best thing you can ever do in your adult life is start to dig deep and ask yourself why you are the way you are and do the things the way you do. It takes a ton of work and intentionality, but getting to know yourself on a deeper level will help you thrive.

Have you left a toxic relationship and feel emotionally demolished? Do you struggle to leave a toxic relationship that feels chaotic? Are you terrified of entering a new relationship because all you seem to attract are toxic partners? Your partner gaslights you, leaving you feeling emotionally terrorized. You want to find tools to help you get past feeling stuck from all of this. You're ready to set boundaries without guilt and recognize the red flags You might not even recall a time things did not feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you are ready for some relief. You are ready to end toxic patterns that left you wounded.

Dr. Mejia is a dedicated expert in helping teens navigate emotional distress and build resilience. With over a decade of specialized experience working with teens and their families, she has honed a holistic and trauma-informed approach to guiding teens through their toughest challenges. Dr. Mejia's personalized therapy is tailored to each teen's unique personality and family dynamics, providing comprehensive support for their mental well-being.

I have worked with people from all socio-cultural-economic demographics. My work focuses on helping client's identify patterns in their lives which do not serve them positively. Emotional, intellectual, psychological and behavioral habits develop in childhood. We are often unaware of how these habits affect our decisions and overall ability to choose constructively. I will help to explore and modify thoughts, feelings and behaviors which challenge a happy, healthy lifestyle.