Hello! I'm Michelle, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and School Counselor based in Florida. I specialize in working with youth and teens, couples, and individuals healing from trauma. With a compassionate and supportive approach, I help young clients navigate the challenges of adolescence, guiding them through anxiety, self-esteem, and family dynamics. For couples, I use the Gottman Method to strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and foster deeper connections. I also provide EMDR therapy to help individuals process trauma, break free from distressing memories, and regain control over their lives. My goal is to create a safe space where my clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to heal and grow.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In the first session, clients can expect a welcoming and supportive environment. We will discuss your goals, current challenges, and what you hope to achieve through therapy. I will ask questions to understand your background and relationship dynamics. Together, we will create a plan tailored to your needs, setting the foundation for our work together.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My greatest strengths as a provider are my empathetic and culturally sensitive approach, especially with the Latino community. I excel in using the Gottman Method for couples therapy to improve communication and connection. I also have strong experience in grief counseling, working with teenagers, and school counseling. My background as a mom helps me relate to clients and offer practical, effective support.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I work best with youth and teens navigating emotional challenges, couples looking to strengthen communication and trust, and individuals healing from trauma. My approach is supportive and culturally sensitive, especially for the Latino community. Using evidence-based methods like the Gottman Method and EMDR, I help clients overcome obstacles, build resilience, and create meaningful connections.
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Gottman method
In my therapeutic work, I incorporate the Gottman Method, having received advanced training at Level 2. This approach emphasizes evidence-based interventions for couples, fostering communication, understanding, and building stronger, healthier relationships.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
In my therapeutic practice, I utilize Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). With a focus on identifying and amplifying clients' strengths and solutions, this approach aims for concise, goal-oriented interventions, fostering positive change in a brief timeframe.
EMDR
I’m trained in EMDR therapy and use it to help individuals process trauma, reduce anxiety, and break free from distressing memories. Through guided eye movements and structured techniques, I help clients reprocess painful experiences in a safe and supportive space, allowing them to heal and regain control over their lives.