I am a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker ( LCSW) in Florida with 25 years experience. I have a deep passion for working with people and pride myself as a down to earth therapist who brings empathy, a willingness to always learn about what makes your situation unique, and I never use a one size fits all approach. In our work together, my goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your feelings, identify patterns that may be holding you back, and develop practical strategies for moving forward. I specialize in working with adults struggling with family estrangement, pre and post divorce challenges, blending step-families, single parents, co-dependency, self esteem, reinventing yourself throughout your life-span; including developing a new career, relocating, life transitions.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

Our first session is no pressure. As a matter of fact, there is never any pressure during our time together. It is a time to get know each other, and for me to learn what brought you to therapy. We will begin to develop your goals and work on a manageable plan moving forward.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

My path to becoming a therapist started over 25 years ago when I founded a messenger business in New York City. I was quickly exposed to the inequalities, diversity and challenges people face daily. This experience opened my eyes to the profound depths of the human condition and fueled my passion for helping others. I witnessed firsthand the struggles of individuals from all walks of life, from those dealing with broken families, to the devastating result of addiction, to the barriers of reentry after incarceration. Motivated by these experiences, I pursued my Masters in Social Work, determined to make a difference on a deeper level. Over the years, I have worked in a variety of settings, including hospitals, mental health clinics, nursing homes, and eventually private practice where I cultivated all my life experiences both personally and professionally. What I feel makes me an effective therapist are the collective life experiences that have shaped me who I am today. I know firsthand the struggles that life can present and have faced my own challenges along the way with adult child estrangement, divorce, single parenting, etc. These experiences have taught me that there is light at the end of the road that lead us here, and our struggles dont define us. It is through both my personal and professional experiences, which has allowed me to connect with clients on a meaningful level and guide them towards positive change.

About Wendy Papalcure