Welcome to BetterHelp. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida with 6 years of substance abuse, trauma and mental health clients . I obtained my Masters of Divinity degree from Howard University and my Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Loyola University in Maryland. I have over 6 years of experience working with multicultural populations.
I am excited to work with you. The past year has been a challenge and I am glad that you are taking the first step to live your most genuine life. I work with individuals meeting them at whatever stage of life they are at. Trauma, transitions and challenges affect us all differently and I am here to support YOU in YOUR journey. My background working with different groups has given me the experience and flexibility to work at whichever style and pace fits you best. My counseling style is an eclectic mix that meets you where you are. My education in divinity provides opportunities to incorporate spirituality into the therapeutic moment should you choose to do so. My goal is to help you discover who you are at your core by supporting, encouraging and reflecting on daily issues in a non-judgmental way.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Dependent Personality, Dissociation, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Multicultural Concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
FL LMHC MH19108
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He's really good, he's nice and has some wonderful anectodes that make you go "huh, that's a much better way to think about it."
I've grown a lot and he's been there to help me through it all
Written on Jun 30, 2023 after therapy with Gregory for 10 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and anger management
Orlando said something so profound about my relationship with my husband that in one minute dramatically changed how I looked at things. Thank you!
Written on Feb 02, 2023 after therapy with Gregory for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Very supportive, kind and amazing listener. Definitely recommend (:
Written on Nov 09, 2022 after therapy with Gregory for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
A fantastic person and therapist, easy to talk to and i don't feel any judgement from him at all. I cant thank him enough for all of his help.
Written on Aug 22, 2022 after therapy with Gregory for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Gregory is friendly and easy to talk to. His questions help me to think through an issue, he knows what my core struggles are and brings conversation back to it, and his comments are insightful. I look forward to our meetings and even though I think some of my immediate struggles have disappeared we are continuing to meet together for self improvement. He makes me feel like I have a safe space to think and talk
Written on Aug 01, 2022 after therapy with Gregory for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Great Therapist, good advice and very helpful
Written on Jun 27, 2022 after therapy with Gregory for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes