Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Winter Garden, FL

It's quite scary isn’t it, venturing the hope that you can face the challenges ahead, move past your insecurities, and heal from past experiences? It takes courage to begin the valuable and vulnerable journey of therapy. I am dedicated to providing a safe and brave space where you can gain tools, insight, and empowerment to discover your path toward fulfillment. I have 10+ years of experience working at the intersections of mental health, spirituality, and adolescent development, supporting teens, parents, and young adults. I am a passionate advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community and survivors of religious trauma.

There are so many ways trauma can come into our lives: abuse, death, divorce, infertility, miscarriage, and through losses of a loved one, a job, our security, or our stability. As humans, we are all susceptible to traumatic experiences and the ways they impact our bodies. But there is HOPE! I am confident that much healing comes from the experience of the therapeutic relationship, one of trust, encouragement, non-judgment, and professionalism. As I have done for so many clients in my career, let me walk alongside you and assist you on your personal path to healing.

Are you navigating the challenges of anxiety, depression, or traumatic stress? Do you struggle with fears of abandonment, feelings of low self-worth, or relationship difficulties? Recognizing the need for support is a remarkable display of courage and strength, and I commend you for taking this first step. I understand how daunting it can feel to open up to someone new. That's why I am committed to creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space for you. Together, we can embark on a journey of discovery and growth, breaking free from recurring patterns and gaining deeper insights into your behaviors.

At times, life can feel overwhelming or even hopeless. You may have experienced trauma, have a poor relationship with food, feel like you're not good enough, have relational issues, or sometimes even all of the above. In spite of your unique circumstances, you are bravely taking the step of reaching out to find support. You deserve to have a fulfilling life, as well as a counselor who can help you grow through life's challenges. I provide an empathetic, accepting and supportive counseling environment where clients are able to gain awareness of, and challenge, unhelpful patterns in order to create new, life-giving and lasting change.

Are you struggling with personal challenges? Do you find that you have uncontrollable worries, or anxiety? Do you find it difficult to go to work/school or to balance life? Is it difficult for you to interact with others? My name is Robinta and I am passionate and dedicated to guiding and empowering individuals to step into their path towards overall mental health and emotional well-being. It's not always easy to reach out for help, so I commend you for acknowledging that you don't have to do it alone!

Elizabeth Lugo graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Masters in Mental Health Counseling. She has been working in the field for over 15 years and has specialized in trauma counseling in children and adults with diagnosis like PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Borderline personality, and OCD. She now works in her private practice at Trauma and Wellness Counseling Center where she provides Teletherapy services. She is also pursuing her PhD in Counseling at UCF.

Welcome! I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist, that specializes in the treatment of eating disorders, trauma, and co-occuring mental health illnesses. I am currently working towards my certification as a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS), as well as my full certification for EMDR. My goal as a therapist is to provide my clients with a space and counselor that is strengths based, safe, and judgement free to facilitate growth and change. I work with a wide variety of disorders including anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, eating disorders, and trauma to name a few.

My ideal client is someone who is ready to do the work in therapy to recognize unhelpful patterns of behavior and thinking. They are someone who is interested in making a change, or exploring why they may behave, react, or feel a certain way.

Do you often feel exhausted by anxiety and depression? Have you considered seeking help but find it challenging to take the first step? These feelings can be overwhelming, making it difficult to know where to turn. However, there is a path to healing, and I'm here to assist you every step of the way. With compassionate support and effective treatment, we can work together to overcome these challenges and help you find relief.

Let’s face it, life can be chaotic. Do you find yourself reliving stressful situations over and over again? Do you struggle with confidence or self-esteem? Or maybe you feel overwhelmed with difficult feelings? “These problems are more common than you think, and I invite you to reach out to me to begin your work on these trials and turbulences.”

Therapy can be a space where individuals can begin to identify and create change in thought, belief, and behavioral patterns that are no longer serving them. I aim to create a non-judgemental therapy space where others can feel safe enough to explore all parts of self. I am a licensed therapist at Restored Purpose Counseling and I am passionate about helping individuals who are healing from trauma, anxiety, eating disorders, and perfectionism. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.

I believe we are all unique by design, created to live and enjoy a meaningful life. We each have the capability to write and narrate our own stories, as we navigate our way through our personal gene pool, life circumstances, and the choices we make. Because of my own experiences, I am empathetic, understanding, and want you to feel heard, honored, and validated. Grounded in an existential framework, I embrace a variety of theoretical approaches to help you realize your own purpose, and resolve inner conflict resulting from childhood trauma. I offer a safe, non-judgmental, diverse, and all inclusive environment and all are welcome.

Is anxiety causing problems in your relationships and/or career? Is there something you're struggling to move past? Katherine is passionate about helping people heal from their trauma, break their anxiety cycle, learn how to soothe their nervous system and reclaim their personal power. Having 16 years counseling experience, Katherine enjoys helping people live in the present, tend to their wounds from the past, regulate emotions, challenge irrational beliefs, build healthier boundaries and find secure attachment within themself and with their partner.

Do you feel overwhelmed by emotions? Are you feeling anxious, stressed, or frustrated? Have you found that you struggle with healthy communication and conflict in your relationships? It is possible to feel joy and balance in your life. Reaching out for help is an intelligent and courageous first step towards creating the life you want and deserve! I provide counseling for children, teens, adults, couples, and families. Together we will work to develop tools and ways to help solve your problems.

Are you a "people pleaser"? Are you feeling weighed down by life? Does it feel like you are stuck, when everyone else has it figured out? Are you tired of giving to others, leaving nothing for yourself? If this feels familiar and you are ready to get to the bottom of what has gotten you here, know that help is here. I work with clients to work through what's hurting, develop strength in the face of life's stressors, and build a life that feels right for them.

You can book a consultation with me by clicking on my website! It's true that our Comfort Zones are wonderful places that keep us safe, but growth cannot occur there. My ideal client is willing to find the strength within themselves to step outside of their Comfort Zones to create small changes in their lives that add up to big changes in their emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being . My focus with my clients will always be progress over perfection and to build self-love and self-compassion above all. I enjoy taking a direct yet compassionate approach, utilizing humor, education, and the power that already exists within us.

Are you struggling with body image and feel like you have an internal battle that no one can see? Do you sometimes feel like you are "stuck" emotionally and need help to keep moving forward. It is difficult to feel seen and understood when struggling with an eating disorder and when struggling with the pain of past traumas. My work with eating disorders and body image is conducted through a Health at Every Size (HAES) lens that provides a safe growing environment to heal.

Life can get tough, but you don't have to face it alone! I specialize working with clients who experience anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationships, and life transitions (moving, break-ups, transitioning to college, divorce, etc). I work to create an environment where clients feel comfortable to be themselves while exploring the things that make them feel the most uncomfortable.

Trauma affects us all, in one way or another, either individually, in your relationship or family. Emotions like Shame, Guilt, Security, Trust and Intimacy are just some of the complex struggles you’ll need help navigating with either yourself, partner or family. Here’s my 4 keys to solving those issues together. First, explore and assess your trauma, second ensure a sense of emotional safety and stability, third, process your trauma and lastly, reconnect and reintegrate your sense of self and integrity. By following these steps together, we can overcome the challenges posed by trauma and move forward towards healing and growth.