Why did you become a therapist, and what motivates you to continue?

Having a passion for understanding people's thoughts and feelings and being able to help them through difficult times led me to become a therapist. Over the past few years, it has become clear that the need for support has increased and that access to support is unequal. Seeing these disparities has further affirmed my commitment to this work, and I will strive to support everyone I can.

Are you suffering from anxiety, anger, a loss of direction, trauma, or low self-esteem? Are your relationships with your significant other, family, friends, or co-workers strained? Are you feeling overwhelmed, and unable to manage problems that inevitably affect your health and decision-making? It sounds like you're in need of support. Together, we'll figure out how things got to this point... I will honor the uniqueness of your experiences and help you achieve your goals. Regardless of how complicated your situation is, I will support you through dissection, healing, and rebuilding. Call me today to schedule your initial session. I look forward to working with you!

I decided to become a therapist when I experienced a positive change after attending therapy for myself. I want to provide the same opportunities for growth and empowerment my therapist gave me. As a pre-licensed therapist, it would be my honor to walk beside you through the healing process.  I believe every person has the ability to overcome any obstacle and challenge that life throws their way.  

I graduated in 2022 from Lindsey Wilson College in Columbia, Kentucky with a Master of Education in Counseling. I interned for a year at Serenity Counseling in Gallatin, Tennessee. I was able to work with so many wonderful individuals and couples who got their, "oooh, I never thought of it that way" moments. The moments of clarity of all the components that have played a part in the reason they seek therapy. The parts that have caused the pain, self-doubt, worry, anger, sadness, and so on. The parts that made them feel they had lost their way and couldn't find where they fit in the world. It was an honor to work with each person to begin to find their way. I learned so much from this internship; not only how to work with my clients, but I learned so much about myself and why I chose this field to work in.  ​

I was inspired by my father who is now my partner. He has always loved his work and continues to see a couple of clients a week at age 84!

My clinical focus is improving interpersonal relationships for individuals, couples and families. I work collaboratively, in a private practice setting, valuing safety and the therapeutic relationship to create change together. In addition, I have experience with trauma related, behavioral, and anxiety disorders in early childhood and adolescence. I use a variety of evidence-based practices, including EMDR, to address behavioral, cognitive, and emotional issues, while working eclectically to best meet the needs identified by my clients.

I have seen people struggle with mental health in various healthcare settings, I decided to become a Mental Healthcare provider to help them cope with management of their symptoms and to restore function. My focus is to make mental health care affordable and accessible to all through advocacy. Ending the stigma and discrimination that surround mental health through early diagnosis and treatment. In short, focusing on the 4 A's of mental health: Accessibility, Affordability, Availability and Stigma free care for all. I have worked in multiple healthcare facilities over the last 14 years, one common theme I encounter is lack of empowerment, knowledge and delay in care when it comes to mental healthcare.

Carol Chisanga is a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-APRN-CNP) with over 12 years of clinical experience in a critical and mental health care environment. Carol takes a holistic, collaborative approach to create an effective, tailored individual treatment plan. This enhances positive mental and physical health outcomes across the continuum.

Growing up battling anxiety and benefiting from cognitive behavioral therapy lead me to become a therapist. I strive to help those who are suffering and wish to help them move towards healing. 

Alexandrea is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor that specializes in treating children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of mental health needs. Therapy is a passage to understanding and discovering all aspects of yourself.  Alexandrea strives to create a comfortable space for you to self-explore while feeling safe and understood. Therapy is a collaborative process, a partnership between the client and the therapist and should remain respectful, trusting, and transparent. The therapy room is the space for you to be your complete authentic self, free of judgment and full of motivation and support. 

After a long career in information technology, I chose to move to holistic health where my focus was working with survivors of trauma. In addition to treating clients, I began teaching bodywork at a local college where I had the privilege of working with and supporting a diverse group of students. Because of the variety of challenges students were experiencing, it pushed me to reconnect with my desire to be a therapist and I returned to school for clinical social work.

Thank you for taking the time to review my profile. I am a therapist in Florida that is also licensed in Oregon, Washington, and Kentucky. My background in beyond private practice includes, Hospice, medical social work, and substance use disorder treatment. The focus of my practice is on trauma, LGBTQIA+, grief and loss, and transgender support.

It is an honor to be trusted to share a journey of self evaluation and development of new ways of thinking. 

Consistently for 20 years, I've partnered with individuals and families facing a myriad of crises. I am passionate about empowering people to thrive through life transitions. As an Advanced Palliative and Hospice Social Worker, I am skilled in supporting caregivers caring for their loved ones, preparing for end of life, and managing grief. Working with couples is near and dear to my heart. I enjoy helping couples develop a solid foundation, build intimacy, and maintain healthy relationships.  

...I have teen memories of fellow students in hallways, curled in on themselves with sadness, and others holding in tears during recess or even on outings. And I remember being drawn to them, sitting with them and failing to understand why they weren't being noticed by "the grown ups", why their struggle was not a priority above the academics that others seemed so focused on. That perspective has never changed, and I have never considered another career.  I believe those who struggle most with adapting to our fast paced, rule-governed, and often judgmental societal structures are those who feel extra, think extra, and understand extra, and that it's those very "extrasensory abilities"  which can result in feelings of isolation and disconnect.   Often neurodivergent, we are the ones often labeled as "atypical", covered with diagnostic labels, and asked to change to fit a "neurotypical standard."  When a close friend took his own life before reaching 18, my path was cemented and every time I share space with someone trying to find their way out of that isolation or darkness, I feel I honor the voices of those who weren’t able to feel seen...weren’t able to find that connection…..and that I feel is my purpose.

Hi:). I am Patricia Lomando, LCSW, RPT-S, and I provide neurodivergent affirming services for children, tweens, teens and adults. I've focused 22 years of my career in special interest areas of depression, autism, anxiety, self-esteem, parent empowerment, and life transitions. I am authentic with parents who are struggling with overwhelm and exhaustion and enjoy working together to find the assertive voice, self regulation and lost identities that sometimes seem to disappear within the chaotic "walking on eggshells" feeling of parenthood. As a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor with certifications in Autplay and Infant Mental Health, I further specialize in supporting children and teenagers to find their voice: navigating the struggles of not fitting in, feeling misunderstood, and finding their way to self-acceptance. Using expressive arts, CBT, and a solution-focused approach, inclusively and across all ages, we can explore mood and prevention patterns, collaborate on coping strategies, and illuminate the sometimes elusive gifts of every neurotype.

I went through my own mental health journey which motivated me to consider a path where I can provide support to people going through emotional distress. I enjoy my work and I feel rewarded when my clients make a breakthrough which keeps me going as a therapist.

I believe seeking therapy is the first and the most courageous step towards healing, especially due to the misguided stigma about mental illness. Having gone through my own mental health journey, I have come to recognize that pain is part of our lives and sometimes inevitable, but suffering doesn’t have to be. Feelings of anxiety, depression, self- criticism or the unresolved past traumas can become barriers to a life worth living. Even the daily stressors of our life can be too unbearable at times. You are not alone. Through therapeutic healing we can take the next step towards exploring and accepting rejected parts of ourselves and integrating them for a more fulfilled life. My background is in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) which offers variety of copings skills to to create balance and reduce reactions to triggers that cause suffering. DBT can be helpful in individual and group therapy. The core principal of DBT is mindfulness which can help cultivate the the life worth living. I specialize in EMDR therapy which is a trauma-focused therapy. It not only helps to process and healing traumas but also helps to reduce emotional pain in a short period of time. It works well with different kind and intensities of traumas, whether it is a deep rooted past trauma attachments or everyday triggers that brings up emotional distress. My practice is grounded in non-judgment and compassion. My focus is on improving holistic well-being and growth. My roots are from India, being from a different culture I recognize importance of culture sensitivity and I enjoy working with people from different culture and ethnic backgrounds. I have an empathetic, respectful and curious approach towards diversity. I offer a free 20- minute consultation. At the moment, I am only offering Telehealth sessions. Feel free to reach out and I look forward to connecting with you!

Honestly, I love going to therapy myself. It was during my own healing journey that I realized I wanted to help others get through theirs. 

Hello! I’m Jess. I am a licensed professional counseling candidate and personality theory coach. I love helping people and believe it would be an honor to be a part of your healing journey. I’d love to partner with you by creating reachable goals by creating an environment where self-acceptance and growth can take place. If you have any questions please reach out! I would be happy to hear from you.