Brenda Zalka
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 29 years of experience working as a psychotherapist. I am also a Registered Nurse. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, eating disorders, career challenges, and medical issues, for both patient and caregiver. I have also written a children’s book series on mental health called “Biz & Ben and Summer too.” That said, I only work with children ages 13 and up. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
I have also written a children’s book series on mental health called “Biz & Ben and Summer too.” That said, I only work with children ages 13 and up.
No matter where you are in your therapeutic process or journey, I am here to meet you where you are and help you get the results you are seeking. I can help you to achieve your personal goals, more effectively manage your emotions and stressors and develop strategies that will promote positive self-growth and lead you to and a more satisfying life. I look forward to working with you!
First session
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow up sessions.
Strengths
Additional areas of focus: Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Medical issues including trauma and chronic illness. Caregiver Issues, Chronic Pain Illness and Disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication Problems, Control Issues,
Ideal clients
I love working with anyone who is ready to make changes and redefine the way they want to live their lives, including relationships, employment, and most of all, their relationship with themselves.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I think CBT is the foundation of making life changes by learning to identify, understand and control your own thoughts. Your internal dialogue affects the way you feel and behave.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
I see my role as a therapist to be a non-judgmental safe environment for honest self-exploration for the purpose of growth and self-actualization. Learning to be your authentic self.
Attachment-based
There's a lot of buzz about Attachment Theory. I find it helps to understand the roots of your relating style, how to get your needs met and to heal towards a healthier attachment style.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- FloridaLicense MH3240