Hello, my name is Roberta Tvenstrup, LCSW. I would like to start by saying, seeking help by engaging in a counseling relationship is a courageous and healthy decision. Selecting the right therapist can sometimes feel daunting as there are many qualified and well-matched individuals available to you. My hope is that you find your person and if that should be me, I am grateful to be on this journey with you and look forward to helping you as we continue this journey together! I am currently practicing as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Sarasota/Bradenton, Florida. Prior to moving down south in 2014, I had been providing counseling services as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in the state of Rhode Island for over 20 years. My clinical experience encompasses specialized training and experience in addressing depression, stress & anxiety, PTSD, trauma, relationship & familial conflict, and substance abuse. Providing counseling support often includes helping with adjusting to life changes and transitions, including coping with grief and loss as well as helping those who are or have been in traumatic and/or abusive situations. I believe, regardless of the presenting reason for seeking out counseling services, it is important for us to simultaneously be working on building your self-esteem, confidence, and increasing motivation to make healthy changes. I incorporate evidence-based practices into my clinical work with clients while utilizing an eclectic approach that is unique to each individual I work with. These practices include cognitive-behavioral, strengths-based, client-centered, solution focused, goal-oriented, and motivational counseling. I am a Christian and am also trained to provide faith-based counseling support when appropriate. Our work together will begin where you are and focus on moving you towards the place that you want to be. Your strengths and experiences will be drawn upon as tools to learn new approaches to solving problems. I demonstrate a non-judgmental and unbiased work ethic in all my counseling relationships. Working as a therapist has always been my greatest passion! My counseling style is founded on compassion, mutual respect, honesty, and goal orientation. I am here to journey alongside you, helping you navigate and face all that is hindering you from living out your life to your fullest potential; helping you discover who you truly are and how to become more of the person you were meant to be. Making change happen is a process and requires one to act. I am committed to providing you with the clarity, understanding, guidance, and unconditional support to act towards making these positive changes.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
Young adults - elderly. Managing current life stressors and transitions, past or present trauma, parenting/blended families, faith-based Christian counseling for both individuals and couples, depression, anxiety, and automatic negative thinking.