I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, based in the state of Florida, with over 15 years of experience offering counseling to individuals, couples, and families. My areas of expertise encompass premarital couples counseling, relationship enhancement, maternal mental well-being, perinatal and postpartum depression, parenting support, behavioral concerns, trauma healing, anxiety management, family conflict resolution, navigating life transitions, addressing mood disorders, coping with loss and grief, building self-esteem, and fostering marital recovery.

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After seeing countless individuals, couples and families suffer from isolation, fear, anxiety, grief, loss, and trauma. My motivation and passion is to help others navigate life's challenges and find the strength within themselves to heal and grow. Witnessing the profound impact that therapy can have on individuals and families,  I feel a strong calling to be a supportive presence during the most vulnerable moments. This motivation is fueled by a deep-seated belief in the resilience of the human spirit and the power of empathy and understanding to facilitate positive and healthy changes. The desire to make a meaningful difference in people's lives and be a guiding light on their journey towards finding a healthy and balanced life, is the driving force behind starting Healthy Balance Counseling and Wellness, LLC.

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My educational journey led me to attain a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Florida Atlantic University, followed by a master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Nova Southeastern University. I have acquired several certifications in my training, including Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Prepare Enrich Premarital counseling, Trauma Incident Reduction (TIR), Eagala Model, Nurturing Parenting, Circle of Security, Perinatal Mood Disorders Components of Care, and Resolve Through Sharing Bereavement.

 

Throughout my professional career, I have been dedicated to providing counseling services to individuals, couples, and families, with a keen focus on:

• Family and Marital Conflict Resolution

• Trauma Recovery

• Grief and Loss Coping

• Maternal Mental Health

• Perinatal and Postpartum Depression Support

• Parenting Guidance

• Anxiety Management

• Navigating Life Transitions

• Mood Disorder Management

• Enhancing Self-esteem

 

My therapeutic approach is deeply systemic, characterized by collaboration, a strength-based and faith-oriented perspective, and a hopeful outlook in  therapeutic orientation.