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Der'Resha Bastien, LMHC - Florida Therapist at Grow Therapy

Der'Resha Bastien

Der'Resha Bastien

(she/her)

LMHC
4 years of experience
Virtual

My name is Der'Resha Bastien. I am a dog whisperer; I adore vintage clothing and I enjoy event planning. Aside from this, I am an EMDR-trained therapist and LMHC in Florida. I offer a safe space for those who are managing anxiety, depression, or their responses to trauma. It takes courage to engage in therapy and make positive changes in your life. My priority is to encourage you along the way and remind you it is possible to experience the life you deserve

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

During each session, your experience is validated and met with compassion. Within a few sessions, you can expect increased awareness of your thoughts and emotions and how they influence the world around you. In the long run, you can gain an increased level of confidence and carry out some of the positive changes you would like to see.

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

Having worked with children and adolescents & young adults collectively for 7 years my creativity skills are tried and true. My sessions are filled with humor and compassion. As a result, I've developed a knack for creating a safe space for clients to share any and every detail of their life. My clinical skills go hand in hand with my personality. As a person who favors success, I am willing to meet my clients exactly where they're at and equip them with the right tools and resources to achieve their current goals.

About Der'Resha Bastien

Identifies as

Specializes in

Child or Adolescent
Parenting
AnxietyCareer CounselingDepressionFamily Therapy

Serves ages

Licensed in

Accepts

Appointments

Virtual

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I primarily utilize CBT to identify & appropriately address negative thought patterns. I incorporate behavioral interventions as well to decrease the presence of depressive or anxious symptoms. I find it useful to help clients build problem-solving skills and relaxation techniques.

EMDR

I incorporate EMDR as a treatment method to obtain an assessment of what is bringing you into therapy and identifying target memories. My primary goal in the beginning is to build a relationship and engage in skills building exercises. While working you, I can assist in identifying traumatic events or negative core beliefs to address. My objective is to ensure the process occurs in a therapeutic manner. You are empowered and equipped to process the memory and strengthen the positive beliefs of yourself. Through this method you are in the driver's seat and in charge of your process of healing.

Strength-Based

This treatment method is vital to my practice. In the beginning my focus is to build rapport, understand your history, and identify your strengths and resources. Those very same strengths are used to address any challenges, help you achieve your goals and build resilience no matter what life brings. The overall goal is to encourage you to continually use your strengths beyond treatment.