I am a LMHC therapist, public speaker community organizer, social and environmental activist and have been listening for decades. I received my formal education at University of North Florida as Master of Clinical Psychotherapy, 2013. I also took a 9-month internship under Ed Wilder, in Clinical Pastoral Education, in deep listening. I worked in the Talk program at Wounded Warrior for 8 months- the warriors talked; I listened. Did you go through trauma? Are you, right now, in a high stress situation? Do you keep losing your patience or your professionalism at the wrong moment and you don’t know why? Do you keep getting in your own way? I use Trauma Supportive Therapy to safely address, as slowly as need be, the pain of the past that keeps coming to trip your defenses at all the wrong moments, in your present. I can be that supporting presence who will help sort it out by listening- really hearing you. Reflect your depth of feelings back to you. Validate what are your unmet emotional needs. I practice the therapy of defining personal meaning, so, together we will facilitate your thinking of your options, planning, purpose, and goals for living a meaningful life without being afraid of tripping over your past or yourself. I practice person centered therapy by meeting you where you are. I strive to be culturally sensitive, non-prejudicial and use strength-based therapy as a jump point, truly believing I am the guide for you, but you are the treasure/wisdom keeper. Of all the reasons people come to therapy: anger, guilt, anxiety, changes, transitions, depression, trauma, jealousy, and “it is just not working anymore”, the extra burden of race and racism is more than just a nuance to be nodded at in therapy. I will view race as central to all the other pieces, when it is central to you. I am inclusive, secular, competent, affirming and non-judgmental. I have worked with people in transition, people who are very much defined, “but things got complicated”, people in the communities of LGBTQA, Polyamory, Kink, non-gendered. Each are safe and welcome here.

I am licensed mental health therapist in Florida with 20+ years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I also have experience working with depression and anxiety. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Master Addiction Counselor, Mental health and integrative medical nutritionist, personal trainer and fitness instructor. I graduated from University of Southern Mississippi with my Bachelor and Masters degree. I believe in looking at a person from a physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual perspective. I believe change is the key to solving problems and developing overall well being. I am very loving and understanding, but also very direct and honest. I believe a therapist is here to help a person that is struggling to identify what they need or want in life and explore ways to find that place. I feel finding a purpose for yourself will increase will and confidence. I believe you must take care of yourself physically in order to grow in other areas and must have a spiritual foundation in order to deal with past experiences and enjoy future ones. I have worked as a therapist since 1993, so 30 years of dealing with individuals and families that are struggling with depression, anxiety, past trauma, and addictions. I have worked in treatment centers and mental hospitals with inpatient and private practice for outpatient. I am licensed in Mississippi and Alabama. I am married with 5 children and believe that my own past experiences are a part of my training and ability to help others. Being a Christian, I feel God helps us through events and trials in our lives so that we can help others.

I am licensed in Nebraska with 6 years of professional work experience. Prior to becoming a therapist, I worked in education and still do some educational consulting. Immediately after leaving education, I worked in the field of sexual health as a consultant and mental health provider. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, parenting issues, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. When appropriate, I still love to work on empowering people within their sexuality and reducing any shame messages that society tends to send around our bodies and sex. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am dual licensed as both a marriage and family therapist (LMFT) and mental health counselor (LMHC) in the state of Florida. I use a client centered approach to counseling, bringing in other theoretical approaches (i.e., CBT, DBT, Narrative) as necessary for an individual's concerns. I believe strongly in a powerful client/therapist alliance with unconditional positive regard for my clients. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. I have worked with individuals from 4 to 85 across numerous mental health issues. I have been doing grief, loss and trauma counseling for more than 20 years, as well as significant experience with PTSD/Trauma/Acute Stress in both military and private individuals. I hold 2 advanced certifications in complex clinical trauma and suicide prevention. I will will ensure that our dialog and treatment planning is done to to meet your unique and specific needs. I believe that no one should ever have to suffer alone. I am here for you. I have extensive experience working with the military population and families. I believe that everyone has the power within themselves to achieve wellness - we just need to identify and unlock that power. Sometimes we live our lives in chains and never even know we have the key. I believe it takes courage and a hope for a better, happier, and more fulfilling life to take those first steps towards positive change. If you are ready to take that first step I will be here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

I am a trauma-focused therapist with extensive training and experience treating PTSD, anxiety, depression, helping formerly incarcerated persons adjust to society, women's issues, conflict resolution, and couples. I work from the past to the present. This method helps to find out why and how events from the past affect your today. If past experiences do not enhance, encourage or lift you, leave them on the conveyor belt of life. It is baggage. I like that I can provide therapy to those who would generally not seek help. The stigma attached can be a deterrent to good mental wellness as well as cultural conditioning, tradition, and limited access. It is important that the therapist understand the cultural language being spoken even before a word is uttered. When you feel understood, you feel empowered. I offer a safe space without judgment. Welcome to my place! My counseling style is that of a teacher. I am empathetic and acknowledge emotional pain, but I will challenge you to push towards your open door of healing. I provide the tools, but you are the healer. Education: MA in Professional Counseling, Webster University BA in Criminology and Human Services, St. Leo University AS in Paralegal Studies, College of Central Florida