Life is tough but so are you! I would love the opportunity to work collaboratively with adults and teens through the challenges of life. I have 13 years of experience in providing a safe place to express yourself while feeling supported and validated without judgement by someone who cares. I am able to use a range of evidence-based practices in order to help you on your path of self-discovery, healing and growth.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
During your first session you should expect to establish rapport with therapist.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I have experience in working with diverse populations and all ages.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I have empathy for those struggling to manage stress, anxiety and depression, while doing life and being present for family and friends. I have a passion for helping others and would be honored to help guide you on your journey to emotional wellness.
About Kimberly Lewis
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209 Palmetto St, Auburndale, FL 33823, Suite 10Appointments
Virtual & in-personMy treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Counselor uses CBT to aid client in identifying maladaptive thinking patterns such as :engaging in catastrophic thinking. worst outcome in any situation. ... Discounting the positive. ... Emotional reasoning. ... Labeling/mislabeling. ... Mental filtering. ... Jumping to conclusions. ... Overgeneralization. ... Personalization. Black-and-white or polarized thinking. Should Statements
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
The therapist utilized the technique to promote acceptance of negative thoughts, unconfortable feelings, and events. It encourages a person to mindfully participate in activities that uphold their core beliefs and values. Acceptance strategies intend to help a person have a welcome, open attitude toward their emotions, external events, and thoughts. The goal of acceptance-based strategies is not to change a person’s emotions or attempt to control them but rather to accept them as they come.
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational interviewing is used to explore, identify and resolve ambivalence to empower the client to make a positive behavior change.
Interpersonal
Interpersonal Effectiveness is used to help client get what is needed from a relationship while being respectful to yourself and others to maintain healthy relationships. Interpersonal relationships can be very challenging when you are also dealing with unstable emotions.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
Counselor utilizes unconditional positive regard, empathy and encouragement to create a safe environment in which client could discuss current concerns and issues.