Therapists in Daytona Beach, FL

My ideal clients are those who identify as LGBTQIA+ but especially transgender, (nonbinary, or gender expansive) or those who seek to better understand and support an LGBTQIA+ loved one. I operate from a systems perspective and believe that familial affirmation is key to the mental health and well-being of any LGBTQIA+ individual but especially so in the case of adolescents. I am comfortable addressing religion-based questions and concerns. I am available for individual, family, and group counseling as well as for community education and am able to provide any necessary letters of support for medical transition.

Are you in pain over personal or relationship problems? Have you lost hope that things can get better? I will listen carefully and with compassion to help you find solutions.

I am a seasoned psychotherapist/analyst with greater than 16 years of experience in mental health, addictions, co-occurring, and more. I am a caring and down-to-earth professional who is dedicated to providing a trusting and empowering therapeutic experience for individuals, couples, & families. I practice eclectically, in that I utilize techniques tailored to each Individual and/or family's unique perspective and personality. My style mixes cognitive (CBT), psychoanalytic, mindfullness, interperspection, Gestalt, and proactive approaches to provide for the utmost trust & fluency when dealing with challenging material. Feeling defeated is a temporary condition - giving up is what makes it permanent!

Services include but are not limited to individual, couple, and group counseling sessions. I strive to have my clients feel as though they are in a safe atmosphere without judgment. I also offer a wide variety of mental health services for people of all cultures, religion, sexual orientation, and age.

Life can be confusing at times and can leave one feeling as though they do not know where to turn next. Our team is dedicated to helping you achieve your goals, create a sense of balance and restore hope. We at Volusia Counseling Associates are committed to helping you through lifes difficult challenges and to help you see things in a different, positive light.

Awareness is the first step towards change. Depression, Addiction and Anxiety are issues that create enormous suffering. Relationship issues and toxic family dynamics can negatively impact all areas of your life if left untreated. Concerns about gender or sexuality are also areas of specialty. It is my promise that no one will ever feel judged in my office. I consider it a great privilege to help my clients navigate their struggles and become their best self.

Do you have problems in your relationship with your significant other, family, or friends? Do you sometimes feel as if you are stuck inside your own head and can't escape your thoughts and feelings? In life, we find ways to be successful but that doesn't always translate to our relationships and own self worth and confidence. I help individuals and families who are struggling with bouts of depression and anxiety, or have gone through recent or past trauma feel as if there is a strength inside of them that can break through whatever is holding them back.

You deserve joy. You deserve peace. You deserve to live your best life and enjoy it to the fullest. At times, life’s circumstances can hinder you from living to your fullest potential. I understand this and am more than willing to help. I am passionate about mental health and the power that lies within the therapeutic relationship. The belief that every client possesses all of the answers and solutions within but sometimes you need help navigating to those answers is my philosophy. I take pride in creating a genuine and safe environment for you to be your authentic self and foster the change you desire and deserve.

As a Licensed Mental Health Clinician, I see myself as a guide in the counseling relationship to help clients navigate life challenges. I aim to create a culturally sensitive, safe, non-judgmental space that allows for collaboration and exploration of strengths and the development of new skills to promote self-growth.

I educate and empower clients to learn and to grow by customizing counseling to each individual's needs and unique situations. Respect and non-judgement are essential in helping clients reach their goals. I work with very difficult cases and understand the shame and guilt that come with abuse, trauma, addiction, and domestic violence; I honor clients' needs to take therapy at their own pace. I work with individuals, couples and families and I specialize in treating members of the LGBTQIA community. I am well-trained and experienced in treating Personality Disorders and addiction with co-occurring mental health disorders.

Psychotherapist, Master Life Coach and Beyond Quantum Healing Practitioner- I specialize in couples and family therapy. I also work with individuals who wish to focus on their personal goals. I integrate complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With genuine warmth, compassion and understanding, I collaborate with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing. Working together, you will feel empowered and in control of your life. Let me help you achieve your true potential!

I provide counseling services for adults and families. Specializing in the spectrum of eating disorders, body image disturbance, anxiety & mood disorders, and relationship issues. Focus on the challenges at Midlife & beyond, Dr. Samuels offers a relational/cultural approach in pursuit of living well and flourishing with the demands of seeking life's balance. Utilizing mindfulness practices, developing adaptive strategies for better outcomes, working collaboratively, these are key to our work together. Dr. Samuels has over 34 years of successful experience helping people make positive, meaningful changes to live more fully.

We have been socialized to believe it is virtuous to put other's needs before our own. This often results in poor self care, feelings of resentment and depression, which paradoxically hinders rather than helps relationships. I encourage people to nurture the relationship they have with themselves. This may involve defining more effective personal boundaries and expectations. Identification of unhealthy coping strategies is accompanied by brainstorming more effective replacement behaviors. I am honored to accompany you on your journey to pursue a more meaningful and joyous life.

There is a wide variety of specific reasons why someone seeks counseling or therapy. Whatever your situation, please know that you are not alone. My goal is to empower you through reflective listening, motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, and other interventions, so you can self-advocate and harness your strengths to find healthy and lasting solutions that work for you.

As a young adult you have a lot of worries: sorting out career, relationships, setting up your future. All of that alone can be stress enough, but add depression, anxiety, and the psychological struggles that come with that stress it gets even worse. While your struggles are very real, it can be difficult to get anyone to take them seriously. People your age don't have any more insight than you do about it, and older adults don't remember how frightening these struggles can be. They don't remember feeling like you're behind on the imaginary timeline, or feeling less accomplished than you should be. You aren't alone.

I am a Certified EMDR Therapist and find that EMDR can quickly offer relief and resources for those struggling. I combine Cognitive Behaviour Therapy with Internal Family Systems, online video therapy sessions. Attunement, creativity, brief solution focused treatment, trauma and process addictions work are my strengths. I work to counsel in a judgement free zone and have the unique ability to relate to people of all ages, ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, spirituality, and socioeconomic status. I will provide feedback. I am a resource, not a bobble head. Licensed and actively practicing in northeast Florida and CT.