I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) for the state of Florida. I retired about a year ago and found myself a bit, well, bored. Since I've enjoyed coaching and counseling over the last 15 years, I decided to return to my first love, helping others. I work with individuals, 18+ regarding dissonance in relationships, mood, environmental circumstances, maladaptive behavior issues related to one's health, and developing good communication skills ( a favorite of mine).
The foundation of my therapy is Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) simply meaning that what we think influences how we feel which impacts how we behave. So to change any behavior or feeling, we first need to address our thinking. I use a solution focused approach where together we focus on the issue(s) most important to my client. My goal in the counseling process is to assist you in improving the quality of your life. In my counseling environment, we walk together through those areas of life creating difficulty for you and you will learn how to manage, resolve, and reconcile those issues so you can enjoy the quality of life that is meaningful to you!
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD
FL LMHC MH10875
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I am immensely grateful for the transformative experience I’ve had with my therapist, Marie. Her compassion and insightful approach has been instrumental in guiding me through challenging times. With genuine empathy, she has created a safe space for me to explore my thoughts and emotions, fostering a sense of trust and openness. Her expertise and dedication to my well-being, have empowered me to navigate personal growth and develop valuable coping mechanisms. I appreciate her ability to listen attentively and provide constructive guidance, making each session, a source of support and encouragement. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone, seeking a compassionate and skilled therapist who can truly make a difference.
Written on Dec 01, 2023 after therapy with Marie for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, coping with life changes, and adhd
Marie is a very intelligent person and into problem solving. She takes all the content I give her and is able to home in on what needs to be addressed. I think I got very lucky in choosing her at this most difficult time in my life. She has been a great source of strength for me and has helped me navigate this journey, while making sense of my feelings and challenges…and validating my feelings at the same time.
Written on Jul 24, 2023 after therapy with Marie for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Marie was attentive and great gave advice and perspective. She also gave worksheets which I really enjoyed.
Written on Jun 28, 2023 after therapy with Marie for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
I was very nervous about therapy and opening up to someone I don't know. I knew I needed to talk to someone but have been repeatedly hurt by people who are supposed to be my family and people who I thought were friends whenever I try to talk about my life. I truly needed to feel like someone was in my corner and really needed help navigating several issues I have been facing. Marie is such a kind, warm, inviting person I immediately felt like she was someone I could trust and immediately felt comfortable with. She was always there to listen and offer sage advice. I truly felt like she cared and am so thankful to have met her.
Written on Jun 08, 2023 after therapy with Marie for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Marie is a God sent. Just what I needed in a therapist.
Written on May 10, 2023 after therapy with Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Marie listened from our first interaction. She was respectful and interactive without interrupting or cutting me off, other than to ask for clarification to something specific. I felt she really cares about me and my situation.
Written on Apr 26, 2023 after therapy with Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts