My background is in teaching yoga and meditation, both of which I incorporate in sessions. Rest assured that I will collaborate with you so each and every session supports you and your needs, exactly as you are. Our work together will be collaborative and tailored to your evolving needs. I support clients both in and outside of sessions, with the option to communicate between sessions.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Professional Life Coach, I work with clients to help them develop coping skills to manage symptoms and improve their overall well-being. I believe in a personalized approach tailored to best treat and support each individual's needs and goals. I have extensive experience of 15+ years working with a variety of mental health conditions with children, teens and adults. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, women's issues and Racial Trauma emphasizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused and Motivational Interviewing modalities along with mindfulness strategies.
Welcome! I'm Emmanuel Nzuzu.
I want to thank you sincerely for reaching out to me. Congratulations for taking this crucial first step towards bettering your mental health because, let's be honest - starting therapy can be empowering, confusing, or scary, all at the same time.
I strive to create a safe, structured, and welcoming environment that allows clients to explore challenges and obstacles with concerns related to alcohol and drug addiction, stress, anxiety, depression, and/or self-care. I focus on helping clients to regain control by taking back their power from alcohol and drugs. I facilitate client transformation by assisting them to learn how to be guided by a vision of the future and not memories of the past. My clients often find it beneficial to develop assertive communication & boundaries with themselves and those around them that can help improve their quality of life.
Counseling can foster personal development in whatever way you may be seeking and help build the life you so deeply deserve. If that's what you're looking for, I'm here when you're ready to share.
I have extensive experience with individual therapy, working for substance use treatment centers, and working at various psychiatric hospitals. I have worked in roles including Behavioral Health Tech, Case Management, Primary Therapist, and Clinical Supervisor. I have worked with age groups ranging from young children to geriatrics. I firmly believe that in order to help someone, you have to understand them. In order to understand someone, you require personal life experience to truly understand where they are coming from. I am very passionate about what I do. People have asked me previously if I enjoy what I do. I inform them that in my perspective, this is what I "designed" to be. There is no "taking off the therapy hat" for me - this is simply who I am and my purpose. You will learn very quickly how dedicated I am to serving people. I am well-versed in both DSM-IV and DSM-5 (the manuals used to diagnose someone). I have dedicated approximately 31 years of my life to this. Many clients throughout the years told me in their words that I am the "best therapist" they ever had. I encourage you to hire me and judge for yourself.
I was entered into two international honor societies (one is for the top 15% of students across the span of 8 countries with a flawless 4.0 GPA and the other is for the top students in the field of counseling specifically in the United States).
Please note: I am a licensed mental health counselor. If you are seeking medication management, you will need to book an appointment with a psychiatrist.
My name is Shelly Mark Lewin, and I am deeply honored to be joining the team of therapists at Grow Therapy. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 30 years of experience working with individuals, groups, and families in a variety of settings including private practice, outpatient mental health clinics, hospitals, healthcare systems, hospice care, and private organizations. My work is informed by my own personal life experience with mental health challenges and my goal is always to provide you with support and guidance during difficult times and on your healing journey.
My professional career includes clinical positions in renown healthcare organizations including Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Joint Commission in Chicago, Kaiser Permanente in California and Mount Sinai Health System In New York City. I have extensive experience working with multi-cultural and diverse populations providing individual and group therapy, case management and crisis intervention.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida. I have a Master's degree from Florida Atlantic University. With seven years of experience in substance use counseling and mentoring, I specialize in helping young adults manage stress and burnout. My focus is on empowering individuals to improve their well-being, build resilience, and become the best version of themselves through personalized, compassionate support.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about helping adults find balance and meaning during life’s more challenging seasons. Many of the people I work with are experiencing anxiety, depression, burnout, relationship stress, or transitions that have left them feeling disconnected from themselves or uncertain about what comes next. My approach is strength-based and holistic, grounded in the belief that each person has an inner resilience and wisdom that can guide them toward healing. I strive to create a warm, compassionate space where you can slow down, reflect, and rediscover what truly supports your well-being—mentally, emotionally, and physically.
I was drawn to this work because I’ve seen how transformative it can be when people feel genuinely heard and supported. It’s a privilege to walk alongside my clients as they reconnect with their strengths, deepen self-awareness, and begin to create lives that feel more authentic, grounded, and fulfilling.
Hi! Jose here. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and deeply passionate about the work I do. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Florida International University in 2019 and became licensed in 2022. I have several years of experience in a community mental health agency, working with children, adolescents, and families, as well as providing crisis intervention for clients at high risk of psychiatric hospitalization. I also support adults navigating work-related stress, financial difficulties, PTSD, and trauma connected to their careers. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel empowered to heal, grow, and achieve lasting positive change.
I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, University professor, and PhD candidate with a passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and heal from emotional wounds. I provide a safe, supportive space where clients can explore their experiences, build insight, and develop practical tools for growth. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care, I tailor therapy to meet each client’s unique needs and cultural background.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and I have been working as a therapist since 2019 and I am honored that you are thinking of choosing me to help you navigate through life's challenges. I received my Masters degree from Asbury Theological Seminary's Florida Dunnam Campus. I have experience helping others through anxiety, depression and trauma to find healing and improved quality of life.
As a counselor with a rich background in treating alcohol and drug addiction, I've tailored my approach to support and empower individuals navigating the complexities of recovery and personal growth. Integrating Person-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Cognitive Processing Therapy, I offer a compassionate and effective blend of strategies designed to meet you where you are on your journey. Whether you're grappling with the challenges of addiction, seeking healing from trauma, or looking for brief, goal-oriented support, my practice is built on a foundation of understanding, validating, and guiding you toward your own motivations and strengths. I'm here to create a supportive, non-judgmental space that fosters self-discovery and empowers you to lead your recovery. My commitment is to provide personalized care that acknowledges your unique needs and aspirations, helping you to navigate life's challenges with resilience and self-awareness.
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Hello there! My name is Elizabeth Taylor and I am in Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I have been working as a counselor for the past 9 years, although I have been working in the mental health field for much longer. I began working as a Mental Health Technician when I was an Airman in the United States Air Force in 2007. I worked closely with military men and women returning from deployments and experiencing symptoms of PTSD. I led Anger Management and Stress Management groups. This experience grew my desire to enter into a field that involved helping those struggling with mental health challenges to find healing. I separated from the Air Force and went into grad school. Since graduating, I have worked as a therapist with several different populations, including families involved with the foster care system, adult inmates in a prison, youth in the Juvenile Justice system, adults in community mental health, children in the school setting, and, most recently, adults and children in private practice. I have a passion for working with those suffering with anxiety, OCD, and trauma. I have specialized training in EMDR to help treat trauma, as well as ERP, which has been shown to be the "Gold Standard" treatment for OCD. I am also certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), which guides much of my approach to emotion regulation.
Hi there, I'm Dr. Jessy
Do you feel pulled in a million directions, and you are looking to talk with someone? Are you struggling to keep up with your relationships, work and health? Is it hard to be kind to yourself? Are you struggling with anxiety and depression. I am also an expert working with low self image, and relationship issues.
With a deep commitment to mental health, I specialize in helping individuals and families navigate personal and emotional challenges. Through evidence-based therapeutic techniques and a compassionate approach, I work with clients to promote self-awareness, resilience, and healing. My expertise lies in creating a safe, supportive space that allows for open exploration of emotions, relationships, and personal goals. I am dedicated to guiding clients toward healthier, more fulfilling lives by fostering insight, self-compassion, and empowerment. By tailoring my approach to each individual, I ensure that therapy is a collaborative journey of growth and positive change.
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I help high performers manage anxiety and avoid burnout. Together, we can identify what's not working, and what needs to be done, and get you back to balance. We'll use a whole self approach, addressing the needs of your mind, body and spirit. I also integrate mindfulness, yoga and art to help you develop a stronger relationship with yourself.
Whether you're dealing with overwhelm, relationship issues or cycles of anxiety and depression, I'm here to help. Seeking therapy can feel scary but you're making the right choice. You deserve a safe space to heal and grow. In our sessions together, I'll meet you with compassion and evidence-based techniques so you can overcome the hangups and habits holding you back. Let's work together!
I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 16 years of experience helping adults and couples overcome anxiety, trauma, and grief, and find calm in the middle of life’s stress and transitions. My approach is warm, genuine, and deeply compassionate—I want you to feel comfortable, understood, and truly cared for. I don’t just listen; I help you uncover the “why” behind your patterns and guide you toward lasting clarity, balance, and peace of mind. I use a person-centered, trauma-informed, and cognitive behavioral (CBT) approach, creating a space where you can be fully yourself without fear of judgment. My goal is to help you rediscover your confidence, rebuild your relationships, and create a life that finally feels steady, meaningful, and fulfilling
Hi, I am Patricia,
Do you find yourself struggling with controlling your feelings? Are you feeling sad or anxious? Do you struggle with self-esteem?
As your therapist, I will work with you to help you identify your desires and empower you to make positive changes in your life. Deciding to seek help can be a difficult decision, so I use an approach that is compassionate, direct, and non-judgemental to create an environment where you feel supported as you take your counseling journey.
I currently focus my expertise on anxiety, depression, anger management, self-esteem issues, and family issues. I utilize a strengths-based approach which focuses on your strengths to build the coping skills that will assist you with coping with your life's struggles. I take a "whole person" approach which addresses the needs of the mind, body, and spirit.
Whatever life struggles you are dealing with, I am here to help. I will provide a safe place where you can heal and grow. I will meet you with compassion and evidence-based techniques to allow you to overcome the struggles you are facing. Let's get to work!
I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Clinical Hypnotherapist, but more than that, I work with people who feel stuck in patterns they understand but still can’t seem to break. Maybe it shows up in relationships that feel familiar but painful, putting others first so you don’t lose them, or slipping back into old habits when emotions become overwhelming. You’re not broken. You are repeating a pattern that once kept you safe but now keeps you stuck.
I help clients who look strong and “put together” on the outside, but internally feel disconnected, unseen, or like they’re always fighting themselves. You might know why you do what you do because you’ve read the books, tried therapy before, told yourself you’d choose differently, and yet something still pulls you back.
My approach is real, honest, and compassionate. We won’t just talk about the surface problem. We’ll work with the deeper beliefs and emotional wiring underneath it. Together, we identify what keeps you abandoning yourself, and begin rebuilding from a place of self-trust, worthiness, and grounded clarity.
I am a licensed clinical therapist working to help people overcome emotional issues, fears, and challenges in their lives. My aim is to help you achieve your goals and transform into the best version of yourself. My work involves assisting people in reducing their anxiety, alleviating depression and finding a higher purpose in one’s life to attain greater states of peace and fulfillment. I have worked in the field of mental health and addictions for over 10 years and am committed to helping people transform their lives for the better.
I love helping people looking to better their lives. My ideal client is someone who is interested in bettering themselves whether individually or as a couple. I specialize in codependency, adult children of alcoholic and dysfunctional families, families of addiction and interpersonal relationships.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and I have years of experience working with addiction, process addictions, codependency, trauma, mood disorders, personality disorders, and relationship issues. I love to work with individuals and couples.
I am very well aware of how difficult it can to be to reach out for help. So often when we are in the dark it seems overwhelming to leave it. I am here to help guide you and to let you know you do not have do to it alone.
My name is Sharonda Paugh, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I am licensed in the state of Florida and have been for about 2 years. I attended school at the University of Central Florida in Orlando for my education. I am currently located in the state of Alaska, and have been for about 2 years, and I am passionate about my job and being able to help people gain a level of emotional and mental sense of freedom that they feel like they might be missing.
I am a licensed clinical social worker, who works primarily with women and teens navigating anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and trauma. My goal is to create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space where you can truly feel seen and heard. I currently offer individual therapy via telehealth, focusing on helping clients better understand themselves, build confidence, and reconnect with their sense of self.
I am a cisgender bilingual (English/ Spanish) clinician with a deep understanding of the unique challenges that first responders and their families face while building strong communication habits and prioritizing relationships.
After work, it seems sometimes hard to come back to the present moment to enjoy time with your family or invest it in self-care. Whether you're facing major transition, or simply trying to hold everything together—I’m here to help you find balance, strength, and growth.
I fell in love with psychological studies in high school. Becoming a therapist has fulfilled my curiosity about human existence and my quest for happiness. I used therapy to overcome my own struggle with fears, shame, and self-doubt, which has affirmed my faith in the helping profession. I have learned through training and personal experiences that all human beings have the same basic quests in life and that we all deserve a chance to develop our unique potential, contribute uniquely to the tapestry of life, and be happy. I have also learned that human growth can only lead to spiritual development and discovery. My growth in understanding the common threads of humanity helps me treat my clients with respect and compassion. I have had extensive training in CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, trauma-focused, and insight-oriented therapies. My inclination is to use an integrated approach that meets clients where they are and helps propel them forward to achieve their objectives.
Welcome, I am so glad you are here. Congratulations on taking an important first step towards a healthier you. I would love to help you with your next steps in that journey. I am a licensed mental health counselor serving the state of Florida. Since 2006, I have helped hundreds of people navigate through severe depression and crippling anxiety. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing, but will tailor my approach to meet your needs. I use lots of strange analogies, but they seem to help trigger new insights for people and help them to change unhelpful perspectives that they may have been holding on to for years. You will be afforded empathy and respect while we do this work. I challenge people with healthy confrontation if needed, but am also not afraid to use humor as little laughter can go a long way too.
I integrate modalities to facilitate a collaborative space to help you get unstuck, break repetitive patterns and overcome your struggles towards a more fulfilling life. I will help you to gain insight, relate past to present while learning skills through practices that have proven to be effective. I have helped clients overcome panic resolve trauma, improve relationships and find meaning after loss.
I have more than 30 years of experience in the mental health field trained at the doctoral and master's levels. My purpose is to create a safe and transformative space based on therapy modalities focused on skills learning, insight, and emotional processing. I am trained and worked in Brazil as well as in the US in a variety of mental health programs from schools, correction, hospitals and private practice. I provide therapy in English and Portuguese.
Welcome! I’m Ana Maria, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida. I earned my Master’s degree from Florida International University and have been in practice for the past six years. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, supporting them through anxiety, OCD, trauma, depression, and life’s many transitions. I believe healing unfolds step by step, and I’m here to walk alongside you with compassion, clarity, and care, holding space for your growth, alignment, and emotional stability.