Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Clearwater, FL

My core belief is simple: I believe in you and your ability to become the healthiest, most fulfilled version of yourself. Life often makes it hard to see that potential, let alone know how to get there. My role is to be your guide and ally on that journey.

My path to becoming a clinician has been intentional. Beyond my master's degree in counseling and advanced post-master's training, my work in non-profit and community mental health has given me a breadth of experience with people from all walks of life. This doesn't mean "I've seen it all," but it does mean that I'm prepared to meet you where you are, without judgment. No matter what you're going through, if you are ready to take a step, so am I.

Look, nothing gets better if we don't find a way to face it safely. That's why therapy takes courage. It took courage just to get this far, and you already deserve credit for that. When you're ready for that first, brave step of reaching out, I'll be here, ready to loan you some of my hope until you can hold it for yourself.

I am a licensed clinician offering individual counseling services in-person or via telehealth for adults, adolescents, and children. I earned my master's degree in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling from the University of South Florida. I am also a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC). My experience includes working with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds across a variety of settings, including integrated behavioral health and primary care.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience helping clients navigate mental and emotional challenges. I earned both my bachelor’s and master’s degrees in social work from Florida State University. My passion is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can gain insight into their lives and work toward personal growth and healing.

I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) licensed psychologist who is passionate about helping women understand themselves more deeply, overcome challenges, and build lives that feel meaningful and fulfilling. I provide both therapy and psychological evaluations in a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment.

In therapy, I work with women navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, trauma, chronic illness, relationship difficulties, life transitions, stress, and self-esteem concerns. I believe healing happens when people feel heard, supported, and empowered to make lasting changes.

I also provide comprehensive psychological evaluations to help individuals gain clarity about their cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning. Evaluations may address concerns related to ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, personality functioning, cognitive changes, and diagnostic clarification. My goal is not simply to provide answers, but to help you better understand your strengths, challenges, and the most effective path forward.

Whether you are seeking therapy, an evaluation, or both, I strive to create a collaborative experience where you feel respected, understood, and supported every step of the way.

I bring a wealth of maturity and experience to a new career as an art therapist and counselor. I am a Registered Art Therapist and Clinical Mental Health Counselor and hold a dual-concentration Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health & Art Therapy from PennWestern University.

My Specialties & Areas of Support:

• Perinatal & Maternal Mental Health: Navigating the profound transitions of pregnancy, postpartum, and early motherhood.
• Complex Trauma Treatment: Safely processing deep-seated wounds to reclaim your present life. Certified in Tholage Neuropsychotherapy.
• Adult Children of Dysfunctional Families: Finding recovery, setting boundaries, and breaking old patterns.
• Anxiety & Depression: Developing coping strategies and finding a path back to hope.
• Parenting for All Ages: I am certified in early childhood parent education, and a certified lactation consultant. I have worked with parents for 25 years, from pregnancy to tweens, teens and parenting young adults.
• Hobbies: Drawing, painting, fiber arts, guitar, singing.

Welcome. Seeking support can feel difficult, especially when you're managing overwhelming emotions, relationship stress, painful experiences, or simply feeling disconnected from the life you want to live. I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief and loss, bipolar disorder, PTSD, women's issues, and challenges related to self-esteem, life transitions, and relationships. I understand that healing looks different for everyone, and I believe therapy should provide a space where you feel safe, respected, and genuinely understood. Whether you're struggling with day-to-day stress, navigating the impact of past experiences, or trying to make sense of difficult emotions, my goal is to help you gain insight, strengthen coping skills, and build a life that feels more balanced and fulfilling. Together, we can create meaningful change while honoring your unique experiences, strengths, and goals.

Welcome to an opportunity to create the life you envision. For over 20 years, I have had the honor of assisting in providing tools for strengthening self esteem and creating strategies to cope with life transitions, self esteem, work and life balance, stress, increasing communication in your key relationships . We partner in a results oriented ,relaxed and warm environment Clients comment on how effectively this approach works and how quickly they find solutions. Empathy and Solutions are the Key!

Short term results in a compassionate setting: STOP THE EMOTIONAL HANGOVER! Start Living fully! Women's life transition support, Codependency and Self Esteem Improvement, Life coaching, Stress reduction techniques for your tool box and solutions for a grateful life!

In a positive, empowering setting, change occurs. Client testimonials: "I like your proactivity, providing ideas and resources, "I've had therapists but none that have given me the tools you have" "I wish I'd come sooner. In a few sessions, I have direction. Thank you for partnering with me. I invite you to contact me for moving your life forward.

I am a laid back, caring professional.Lets discuss your feelings and concerns and together make a plan to solve your issues. Learn strategies to deal with stress, anxiety and depression. Improve communication with friends and family. Cognitive behavioral and solution focused. Over 30 years in private practice.

I have a passion for supporting individuals by encouraging changes, healing, and empowerment. I have had the wonderful opportunity to practice as a mental health therapist as well as share my expertise to deliver educational services in Palm Beach County for the last 8+ years. I received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from South University and I currently hold a Master of Science in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University. I am currently completing an EdD with an emphasis in Behavioral Health at Grand Canyon University.

I have experience working with children and families, adolescents, adults, couples, and groups. I have experience working with individuals who have experienced trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, stress, and co-occurring disorders. I have also worked with clients dealing with single parenthood, partner relational conflict, childhood and generational trauma, grief, and loss issues. I specialize in child-parent/family issues and domestic abuse (intimate partner violence).