What’s more exciting than living so close to Miami? Not much. The residents of Opa-Locka get to enjoy all that Miami-Dade County has to offer: the beaches, the weather, the nightlife to name just a few.
But not all of its residents are soaking in the sunny Miami-Dade life. Many Floridians in this town are struggling with their mental health, just like others all across the country. When internal troubles have you feeling down, consider reaching out to an Opa-Locka-area therapist today to get the support you need. You'll have access to therapy, counseling, crisis intervention, and much more.
Hello and welcome! My name is Ishmel Cerisier, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and have been working in the field for over 5 years now. I graduated from Troy University with a Master of Science in Counseling & Psychology. I have experience working with clients dealing with Relationship issues, Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Grief, Self Esteem, Employment, LGBTQ, Women and Parenting issues. I have also worked with trauma-related disorders including sexual abuse, emotional neglect, and physical abuse. My approach is warm, compassionate, and I treat ev...
Hello, my name is Theresia, but you can call me Tee! I understand that right now you may be feeling lost, frustrated, angry, hurt, and depressed; believe it or not...I’ve been there! I understand what it’s like to feel hopeless, scared, worried, alone, and overwhelmed. Right now you may not even know what you feel. I know you have many questions and yet so few answers to what is happening in your life right now. This is where I come in. I am here to listen to you tell your story and help you figure out how to move forward in your life, more importantly, I am here ...
Hello. I am a licensed mental health counselor working with both individuals and couples. My areas of expertise are vary due to my diverse professional experience. I began my work in the field working for an Industrial/Organizational, Forensic, and Police Psychology practice in 2008. For over a decade in this role I have administered psychological pre-employment evaluations, career planning evaluations, and conducted assessments for fitness for duty and return to duty evaluations. I have incorporated this expertise into career coaching and professional develop...
Hello! My name is Latonia Jennings and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I also have a MA in Psychology and am certified as an Education Specialist. I have worked as a professional Social Worker for over 20 years in various fields including child welfare, couples counseling, military veterans issues, substance abuse, criminal justice, domestic violence, and bereavement. As a clinician for approximately 6 years, most of my work has been with grief and loss, couples counseling, domestic violence, and life issues. I believe that good clinical social work ...
Hello! I am a licensed mental health counselor in Florida, and have been working in a community mental health setting for 5 years. I have experience working with clients struggling with various concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, as well as parenting and communication issues. My approach includes a variety of techniques from cognitive behavioral, client centered, and solution focused therapy. My counseling style is compassionate and nonjudgmental. I keep an open mind and want anyone I'm working with to feel safe in bringing their concerns to me. I bel...
Hi, I am a licensed clinical social worker in Florida with over 15 years experience working as a social worker and counselor . I have worked with clients, as well as some of their families, with a wide range of needs including depression, anxiety, parenting concerns, cancer diagnoses, and Lack of self love. I have also helped many people with grief and loss concerns, as well as those who have experienced trauma. I also am knowledgeable on medical concerns as well as body wellness due to working in the hospital, for hospice, and in a fitness center. I also particip...
Greetings! I am a mental health counselor licensed in Florida and Michigan with over 11 years of experience; I have worked in a variety of settings including community health, inpatient and outpatient psychiatric and substance abuse facilities, and corrections. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, addictions, trauma, and LGBT-related issues. I earned my Bachelor's of Arts in History and Psychology at Florida State University as well as my Master's of Arts in Mental Health Counseling and Mar...
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor as well as a Board Approved Qualified Supervisor for Mental Health Interns and Marriage and Family Interns in the State of Florida. I have over 10 plus years experience that consists of working in a variety of different settings such as public schools, alternative schools, residential treatment programs for teenagers, substance abuse residential treatment centers, prisons, nursing homes, and more. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, ...
I am a counselor with 20 plus years experience. I have the most expertise in terms of substance abuse and LGBT issues. I am in recovery with long term sobriety. I also experienced working with mood disorders and anxiety. I am compassionate and the years of experience I have in the field have basically given me insight into all sorts of client issues. I tend to use humor and rapport building as tools, as I believe that if there is no relationship/trust between therapist and client, therapy will not be productive. I have a genuine compassion for others and am ...
As a child and adult therapist for seven years, I have worked with clients with a wide range of backgrounds and concerns, including trauma, depression, anxiety, conflict resolution, parenting issues, ADHD, autism, substance abuse issues, and coping with grief and stress. I am passionate about Mental Health and wellness, and my mission is to help each client become healthier and more balanced. I want each client to feel accepted, respected, and understood. My approach combines cognitive-behavior, solution-focus, and client-centered. I have recently begun to incor...
Greetings, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked in both private and government settings as a behavioral health counselor. Currently I am seeking to extend my services remotely thru private practice due to the prevalent and emergent need for qualified professional counselors. Patient centered care through 3rd wave therapy interventions such as mindfulness and cognitive behavioral approaches summarizes my practice style. Experience has taught me that awareness is the doorway to change.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist in Florida with over 10 years of experience working as a psychotherapist with diverse populations and settings. I have worked with a wide range of concerns including, depression, anxiety, relationship issues anger management, parenting problems and career challenges. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, solution focused and rational-emotive therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your...
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of experience, my focus as a therapist is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. I achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. I promise to be there for you every step of your journey. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life. I am very spiritual and eclectic. I love art, writing, and film. I have worked wit...
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and a Licensed Professional Counselor in Arkansas with 16 years of counseling experience. I work with individuals and couples facing issues with depression, anxiety, communication, infidelity, parenting issues, addictions and OCD. My approach to counseling is from a cognitive-behavioral framework to help empower the client towards change. The loss and hardships that I have faced in my own life have helped me to be empathic with my clients. If you are ready to make changes in your life and relationships I am ...
I am a Individual and family Therapist licensed in the state of Florida with over 10 years experience working as a mental health Case Manger and Therapist. I have served client that struggled with past trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, withdrawn behaviors, failed relationship of all types, parenting issues, suicidal thoughts and a range of mood disorders. My therapist style is helping others find themselves and grow mentally. Its my goal to grow individuals from the inside out, by allowing them learn and build the proper skills to understand their mental heal...
Hello, I am grateful you stopped by! Are you facing an acute stressor (short-term or sudden onset), seeking prevention of health-related concerns, brushing up on a relapse or maintenance plan, or just trying to figure out the next steps in your journey? I believe, working together, you can achieve the results you are seeking. Having people share their challenges with me, often during extremely vulnerable times in their life, is very humbling. You will be greeted with respect and acceptance in a safe and nonjudgmental space. I must warn you that I enjoy a ...
Are you struggling with negative emotions that you can't shake? Do you have relationship or behavior patterns that you have tried to change, and despite your efforts, you continue to repeat them? If you said yes to either of these questions, I want you to know you are not alone and I am looking forward to working together with you as you reach for and accomplish your goals. My name is Rebekah and I want to welcome you to BetterHelp! Using a combination of video-based sessions, messaging and tasks you will complete between sessions, I will offer you a safe spac...
I am licensed in Florida with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, & trauma and abuse. 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Hello, my name is Michael Jankowski, I am licensed in Florida, Maine and Michigan. I have over 20 years of clinical experience helping clients achieve healing and wellness. My experience also includes helping clients with depression, stress and anxiety, LGBTQIA+ related issues, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. My approach to counseling and therapy is to be present where you are in your journey, so that I can walk along side you. I will help you find meaning, purpose, wholeness and healing. It's powerful and profound to be vulnerable ...
Our wounds are often the openings into the best and most beautiful part of us- David Richo. Growing through this journey we call life, will bring unpreventable circumstances & it's not always easy to cope & it's not always easy to talk to someone. Going to therapy doesn't "fix" you, it enhances you. I'm a diverse & creative therapist who is passionate about helping people rise above unfortunate obstacles in order to achieve their goals & aspirations. I work with individuals who struggle with past and current trauma, anxiety, depression, sexual assault & abuse, c...
A therapist wants to support you toward a healthier emotional state, no matter what you're dealing with (including behavioral health concerns, grief, anxiety, depression or stress). While helping to develop healthier emotions, another benefit of therapy is you have a safe space to discuss problems that you may be hesitant to talk about with people who you see everyday.
Many people have sensitive topics to discuss; possibly an addiction or an issue with their relationship that they’re ashamed to speak about with their friends and/or partner. A Opa-locka therapist can help you confront these kinds of issues and find ways to face them and heal.
With more than 16457 people in the city of Opa-locka, FL finding a therapist can be both costly and hard to do. Our goal with the list of therapists shown above is to get you the support you need. If you’re looking for a nearby therapist close to 33054 or the surrounding zip codes (shown below), take a look at other available therapists through nearby cities listed at the bottom of this page.
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If you need Domestic Violence support, please contact The National Domestic Hotline at 1-800-799-7233
If you need Substance Abuse support, please contact the Substance Abuse and MH Services Administration at 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
If you need Sexual Abuse support, please contact the Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network at 1-800-656-4673
Call the 24 hour National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at +1 (800) 273-8255 or 911 which can provide you with immediate help for an emergency call or visit the nearest emergency room.
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