What should people thinking about therapy with you, know about you?

I have had family members that suffered from various mental illness. To be frank, it really impacted the quality and trajectory of their lives. I know the importance of overcome mental health barriers as certain conditions can be very debilitating. I have tremendous empathy for my patients, sometimes each day can be a struggle. I am not heavy on toxic medications, like other psychiatrist, as I am really particular about side effects. Its real and it affects patients health. I have tried to combined meds with therapy and alternative remedies which I think can be a great combination.

One Life Psychiatry is a holistic approach to mental health where we use limited side-effect profile medications, various modalities of therapy, and alternative remedies to help alleviate your symptoms and give you a optimal quality of life.

My style is described as warm, empathic and open.  I will always provide a safe space for your concerns, without any judgement.  The sessions are always client centered, your goals and needs take center stage at every session. 

I am a LICSW with over 20 years of experience.   My goal is to provide a safe space for clients to feel seen and heard. From this foundation, we can assess your current situation and develop concrete skills to help Improve your well being. 

I am a mother, grandmother, wife and holder of space for those in need.

I am committed to supporting individuals in developing solutions to manage life’s challenges, while achieving self-determined goals through empowerment and reenergizing the human spirit by means of exploration, reflection and discovery. Utilizing an integrated approach of mind/body/spirit and collaboratively exploring strategies which help individuals determine and achieve goals, my client-centered approach is tailored to individual needs and employs the understanding that you are the expert of your life. It is a great honor to join with my clients on their self-determined path to hope, healing and wholeness.

My style is eclectic in nature. I work from a Solution-Focused Brief Therapy modality and incorporate Christian Counseling should you so desire. I also use Art Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

My name is Tina Marie Suarez. I hold a Master of Arts in Counseling focusing in Mental Health Counseling from Florida Gulf Coast University. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Telehealth Practitioner, and National Certified Counselor. My approach to working with clients starts with compassion in a nonjudgmental atmosphere. Helping you acknowledge your present, set realistic goals, holding you accountable toward meeting these goals, and watching you thrive are key.

People should know that I enjoy my calling! I pride myself in having great relationships with my clients. I believe in working with you to achieve the results you strive for, while holding you accountable for your progress and motivating you along the way.

STOP....Let me ask you a few questions. Let me know if any of this applies to you. Do you often find yourself feeling tired, stressed out, overwhelmed at work, unable to focus, or constantly feeling you need a break? How about this, when you finally take a break or vacation you notice that you don't enjoy the time away because there is a laundry list of things  you feel you should be doing or need to get done before you can relax? Have you found that you have a hard time getting to sleep or staying asleep because you are thinking or worrying about any and everything when you just need to get some rest? Last question, IF any of this is you, when would you like to get started working with me? My therapeutic style is psychoeducational and person centered in nature, however I do not believe in a one size fits all approach. Therapy is a collaboration and I am excited to collaborate with you in establishing goals and sharpening your focus to live your best life. Together we will work together to determine your treatment needs, call today to begin the journey of realizing your potential and purpose. I look forward to exploring your goals, providing motivation and being the advocate you need to transform your tomorrow.

I am friendly and non-confrontational. I believe in an egalitarian therapist-client relationship. I prefer to lovingly challenge you as opposed to lecture you like a teacher. I am easy to talk to and open-minded.

Working from a feminist theoretical perspective, I feel that your unique voice deserves to be believed, be heard, and be taken seriously. I believe in creating a trusted space in which you feel comfortable to work through your difficulties, without fear of judgment or discrimination. My area of specialty is addiction. I am a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC). I am also able to treat addictive behaviors such as gambling or spending. I have experience working with both individuals and groups struggling with severe addictions. I am able to connect you with higher levels of care if you need more support in your recovery beyond the outpatient level. I also specialize in LGBTQ+ and women's issues, specifically with transgender folks. I have helped many clients begin their gender transitions, including hormone replacement therapy and gender-affirming surgeries. Beyond my areas of specialty, I am able to work with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, life transitions, relationship difficulties, trauma, personality disorders, and more. Let's see if we are a good fit! I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Wayne State University in 2013, and my Master of Arts in Counseling from the University of Detroit Mercy in 2019. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I am also a National Certified Counselor (NCC), which is a board certification. I am fully licensed in Illinois as well (LCPC).

That I am a therapist that care about the well-being of my clients. I use a variety of modalities and techniques to help them be the best version of themselves.

I am a solution focused therapist, who’s goal is to help individuals, families and couples uncover their true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can’t change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. 

I am very friendly, warm, and compassionate. I hold a safe space for your perspective, outlook, and feelings. We will explore what areas you bring in to the room. I am very authentic, open, and honest about whats on my mind and I ask you to help me clarify my understanding.

I come from a multicultural background and a multi-generational household where old values meet the new modern ideas. I have a big family so relationships have always been my passion.

I love to help people get unstuck. Perhaps you continue to circle in the same patterned behavior and just are not seeing results. Maybe you have gotten the same feedback from those around you and just can’t seem to shake it. Whether you’re working through depression, anxiety or life. I work with you to create a vision for change to help you get over that hump.

Whether you are having difficulties navigating the nuances of a relationship, parenting, multicultural issues, gender identity issues, self esteem or anxiety, I can help. I believe that you are a person first and my approach is to understand you first as an individual, then how your environment impacts you, and lastly how we can align your goals and visions into action. Life is not easy, and sometimes you need someone in your corner to help with insight and to empower you to achieve your full potential. Whatever that means for you, I am passionate about my work as a therapist, and I am here to help you navigate your life stressors

I am sensitive but, I believe in seeing results. I am transparent and solution focused. I use an integrative model with my clients .

I invite you to CHOOSE to see your Challenges as Possibilities. In sessions, you establish what personal success is. Capture the skills to cope related to your specific need. Gain clarity on your life & wellness goals. Grow to identify your strengths & resources. Reshape your views, learn strategies & visualize goals. Contact me & become inspired today! Please inquire about your insurance plan:) Feel free to connect and get started with scheduling your first session!