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As a single mother who has faced the challenges of postpartum depression and anxiety, I know firsthand how overwhelming life’s tra...
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As a single mother who has faced the challenges of postpartum depression and anxiety, I know firsthand how overwhelming life’s transitions can feel.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 17 years of experience supporting clients through major life transitions. I primarily work with women navigating relationship challenges, divorce, postpartum stress, low confidence, and periods of uncertainty. My clients come to therapy seeking clarity, stability, and meaningful change, and I help them build the insight and confidence needed to move forward with purpose.
I earned my master’s in social work from Barry University. I use a solution-focused, strength-based approach that helps clients clarify what is working, identify goals, and take practical steps toward lasting progress. My work encourages alignment, self-growth, and a deeper sense of control over the path ahead.
If you are ready to look within and take the first step, we can work together to help you create the life you want. Therapy moves at your pace—we may laugh, cry, reflect, and grow along the way. You do not have to do this alone. Reach out when you are ready, and let’s begin your transformation together.
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As a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and a person who values culturally responsive care, I understand how important i...
As a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and a person who values culturally responsive care, I understand how important it is to feel truly seen, heard, and supported in your mental health journey.
Dr. Isis de Armas is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 3 years of experience and is fluent in English and Spanish. She provides personalized care for clients with anxiety, depression, and trauma-related conditions. Her background includes evidence-based care and a strong commitment to improving mental health outcomes. She strives to decrease stigma and enhance client-centered, holistic mental health care.
Dr. de Armas holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice from Florida International University. Her evidence-based, collaborative approach supports healing, growth, and long-term wellness. She values active listening and empowers clients to take part in creating their own treatment goals.
As a dedicated provider, Dr. de Armas believes every client deserves respect and empathy. She aims to create a safe, supportive environment where individuals feel heard. If you are ready to build resilience and achieve lasting well-being through a strong, collaborative therapeutic alliance, schedule your first appointment with Dr. de Armas today.
My approach is empathic and non-judgmental — I take the time to listen and work to help individuals meet their personal goals....
My approach is empathic and non-judgmental — I take the time to listen and work to help individuals meet their personal goals.
Jermilla Augustin is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a strong desire to help people and improve their daily lives. She specializes in helping individuals with anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, Jermilla worked as a mental health nurse for over 10 years in various acute settings treating anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and personality disorders.
Jermilla thrives when sharing creativity, knowledge, perspective, and decision-making with her patients, and has a special interest in the balance of mental and physical health. Compassion is her guide for safe, effective, and valuable medical service. Jermilla’s mission is to provide patient-centered care by partnering with each patient to develop an individualized treatment plan while being compassionate and sensitive to their needs and concerns.
Shannon is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who manages and treats a wide range of mental...
Shannon is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) who manages and treats a wide range of mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, OCD, sleep disorders, bipolar disorder, and more. She is passionate about providing quality, compassionate, and comprehensive mental health services to her clients.
Shannon Schaal has been a valuable member of the healthcare field since 2012. Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, Shannon worked as a registered nurse with patients in a variety of settings, including medical-surgical units, oncology, and pediatrics. Soon after, she transitioned to mental health, where she found her passion. After seeing that she could make a difference in the lives of others, she decided to further her education.
Shannon graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of North Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She then graduated with high honors from Regis College with a Master’s of Science in Nursing as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has experience working with clients in a variety of settings including inpatient, outpatient, and addictions. Shannon possesses strong clinical skills and a natural ability to build rapport with her clients.
We all go through challenges in life. Shannon is confident that she can support you on your journey to gain new perspectives and techniques that allow you to cope with whatever you may be struggling with.
As your provider, it is my duty to meet you where you are at, wherever that may be. I will work with you to develop an individuali...
As your provider, it is my duty to meet you where you are at, wherever that may be. I will work with you to develop an individualized, holistic care plan that will allow you to achieve recovery and work towards turning your dreams into reality.
Katelyn is a doctorally prepared, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (DNP, PMHNP-BC) who treats individuals across the lifespan with a variety of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, bipolarity, ADHD, and stress. She is passionate about restoring hope and takes pride in establishing trusting, caring, and compassionate relationships with each of her individual patients. She strives to optimize the quality of life for each individual through a multi-faceted approach, utilizing both psychopharmacological and psychotherapeutic techniques.
Katelyn most recently earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree (DNP) at Florida Atlantic University in December 2022. She has also earned a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Florida Atlantic University, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Stony Brook University, and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology from Hofstra University. She has over 10 years of experience working in healthcare. Her background includes psychiatry, oncology, and medical/surgical concentrations.
Katelyn has extensive experience working at an inpatient psychiatric stabilization facility treating acute psychiatric illnesses and managing crisis situations. She possesses strong clinical proficiencies and has a natural ability to connect with patients. Katelyn is a skillful listener and exhibits compassion and equanimity in her practice. She incorporates a variety of therapeutic techniques into her treatment plans, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based therapy (MBCT), solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT), and more, in order to individualize her care and optimize health outcomes.
Life is not easy, and it is okay not to be okay all of the time! Katelyn is confident that she will be able to support you through those ‘not okay’ times. She is a warm, empathetic practitioner looking to help you optimize your strengths, develop new coping skills, and build resiliency to assist you in working through life’s challenges. If you are looking for support and direction, schedule an appointment with her today!
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My go-to approach for grief and loss counseling is a person-centered supportive approach. I find that the most beneficial way to help is to meet people where they are and provide the supportive feedback they need.
In grief and loss counseling, I teach relaxation techniques such as deep breathing and meditation as well as the benefits of therapeutic activities such as journaling and writing.
I know a client is making meaningful progress when they state that their symptoms have improved and they are able to function better than when they started coming to therapy.
I encourage clients to reach out to friends and family and engage in activities that bring them joy and/or connection to a loved one who has passed away.
To prepare for their first session, an individual can allow themselves to be vulnerable and as open as possible when coming into the session.
Grief and loss counseling helps people grieve difficult losses including the death of a loved one, the loss of a job, or the end of a relationship. It helps people navigate their grief process and eventually accept, understand, and move forward from their loss. Thriveworks grief therapists in Fort Lauderdale, FL have specific experience, training, and skills that enable them to best support grieving individuals.
Grief and loss counseling isn’t one-size-fits-all, but it involves sharing about your loss and then working with your counselor to acknowledge and accept your new reality in its wake. Your provider at Thriveworks in Fort Lauderdale, FL will design your treatment plan around your unique needs and goals for therapy, applying the counseling techniques that best support them.
If you have recently experienced an event like the death of a loved one, a breakup or divorce, the loss of a job, or another major life change, then you may want to seek grief and loss counseling. Grief can be caused by many experiences and events, so if you feel that you are having trouble moving on from a certain event or find that it is still impacting your life and functioning, grief and loss counseling can help you process it more effectively so that you can move on and once again find fulfillment and satisfaction in your life.
There are many counseling theories for treating grief, one of the most frequently used being the dual process model of grief which helps people acknowledge who or what they’ve lost through rumination while also adjusting to the new roles and identities that this loss has now placed on them. There are also many commonly used therapy approaches used in grief and loss counseling, including Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and traumatic grief therapy.
Grief & loss counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
For many, grief and loss counseling lasts for about 6 months. For others, it may last shorter or longer, depending on the severity of their loss and their grief.
If you have recently lost a loved one, suffered a miscarriage, or experienced a professional loss, consider working with a grief counselor at Thriveworks Fort Lauderdale in Broward County. Our grief counselors know how important it is to grieve well and sort through all of the feelings that come with these tough losses.
They can offer you the right help and support. To schedule an appointment, give Thriveworks Fort Lauderdale in Broward County, FL a call at (754) 400-5514.
If you are ready to set up a grief counseling appointment, reach out to Thriveworks Fort Lauderdale. Call us at (754) 400 5514 to meet with one of our skilled, caring providers. We look forward to it.
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