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My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space to work together to overcome challenges, improve mental health, and foster pers...
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My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space to work together to overcome challenges, improve mental health, and foster personal growth
Brett Burlone is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of experience in helping individuals and couples navigate various challenges such as anxiety, depression, substance abuse, trauma, marriage and relationship issues, and life transitions. He provides a warm, empathetic, and respectful space to meet clients where they are and work toward therapeutic goals at a comfortable pace.
Brett received his Master’s in Counseling and Psychology from Troy University. He uses a compassionate, client-centered approach grounded in evidence-based practices including mindfulness techniques, cognitive behavioral strategies, and motivational interviewing to help clients gain insight and find practical solutions.
If you’re ready to begin your journey, Brett would love to help you get started. Please feel free to reach out to schedule your first session. Brett believes therapy is a partnership and is here to guide and support you through whatever life may bring.
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Although reaching out for help is not easy, you don’t have to navigate your mental health struggles alone. As a woman of color, I ...
Although reaching out for help is not easy, you don’t have to navigate your mental health struggles alone. As a woman of color, I understand what it feels like to constantly search for belonging. Today, I utilize these experiences to build the same resilience within others.
I am Esther L. Pelissier, a dual board-certified psychiatric nurse and family nurse practitioner. During my time in healthcare, I've worked with clients aged 10–80 struggling with adjustment disorder, depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and more. I believe everyone deserves to feel comfortable asking for help with their mental health, regardless of background. My goal is to create a judgment-free space where you can openly share concerns and feel heard. I strive to make every visit collaborative by building strong therapeutic relationships with my clients. I take time to understand your individual needs and work with you to create a treatment plan fitting your goals and lifestyle.
One of my biggest strengths is listening. Being heard is the foundation of meaningful care. I value consistency and planning, which help me stay present and focused on your needs. You'll always be met with kindness, respect, and dignity. My expertise is in treating ADHD, depression, and anxiety. With proper treatment, these are manageable or overcome.
Together, we can move through your mental health journey at a pace that feels right for you, adjusting care as needs evolve. No matter where you are on your journey, you don't have to face it alone.
Matching my skill set to the needs of my clients is a rewarding process for us all....
Matching my skill set to the needs of my clients is a rewarding process for us all.
My name is Darryl, and I am very happy to meet you. I have been a mental health professional for many years, graduating from Florida State University with an MSW, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Florida.
I have many years of experience working with several demographics, including children, adolescents, adults and Veterans. I use evidence-based theories such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and talk therapy.
I look forward to working with you, and I hope you have a wonderful day!
I understand that life issues arise and sometimes they can be hard to manage, which is why I became a mental health professional....
I understand that life issues arise and sometimes they can be hard to manage, which is why I became a mental health professional.
Rosanna Guadalupe is a Registered Mental Health Intern with 2 years of experience working with clients of all ages dealing with many of life’s concerns, including depression, anxiety, family issues, eating disorders, sexual orientation, PTSD, bipolar disorder, autism, and behavior issues. Rosanna believes that every client is unique and walks through challenges and goals with each individual to achieve a greater sense of well-being. Life can be difficult, and having someone to talk to openly and without judgment is sometimes just what we need.
Rosanna has a Master of Science in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University. She began her career as a mental health professional in 2023. She utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and person-centered therapy to help clients take control and live a well-balanced life.
Talking about your problems may sound difficult, but Rosanna offers a safe space and allows you to navigate the therapeutic process at your own speed. With a warm and open demeanor, Rosanna invites you to reach out when you are ready to begin your journey to wellness.
When reflecting on culture, I recognize its importance and the profound impact it has on our daily lives...
When reflecting on culture, I recognize its importance and the profound impact it has on our daily lives
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 9 years of experience supporting individuals through various stages of healing and personal growth. I have worked across inpatient, residential, and outpatient settings with a focus on crisis stabilization and substance abuse treatment. I specialize in helping clients develop coping skills, strengthen self-awareness, and build resilience through a compassionate and collaborative therapeutic relationship.
I have a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University. My approach integrates evidence-based methods to promote accountability, realistic goal setting, and empowerment. I believe that clients are the drivers of their mental health journey, and my role is to provide guidance, motivation, and empathy throughout that process.
Life’s challenges can leave anyone feeling stuck or overwhelmed, but no one should have to face them alone. Whether you are navigating a major life transition, managing stress, or seeking clarity, I am here to listen, support, and help you move toward a place of balance and growth.
Being willing to participate in the counseling process is the first step towards change. Finding the right therapist for you is th...
Being willing to participate in the counseling process is the first step towards change. Finding the right therapist for you is the next step.
Lorna Wooten is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has over 14 years of experience working with adolescents and adults seeking help with traumatic experiences (childhood trauma, abuse, neglect, or any intense event or situation that caused emotional distress), anxiety, depression, occupational stress, life transitions, relationships, grief and loss, self-esteem, sleep disturbance, anger management, and much more.
Lorna earned her bachelor’s in Psychology at the University of Missouri-St. Louis and her Master of Science in Clinical Counseling & Psychology at Troy State University. Lorna’s approach combines cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, client-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, acceptance & commitment therapy, and reality-based therapy.
Lorna will assist you with gaining insight, finding inner strength, and developing strategies necessary to make a change in your life. She does not use a cookie-cutter approach to treating clients, as each session is tailored to meet the needs of the client.
As a person who loves helping people, I will be there for you every step of the way....
As a person who loves helping people, I will be there for you every step of the way.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Florida with approximately 15 years of experience working with adults. I am also a Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor in Florida, where I provide supervision and support to counselors entering the profession and developing their clinical skills.I specialize in helping clients navigate OCD, trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, stress, academic and work-related concerns, anger management, self-esteem, parenting, grief, and bereavement.
My therapeutic approach is client-centered, strengths-based, and tailored to each individual’s goals, needs, strengths, and challenges. I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CPT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and other evidence-based approaches to help clients develop practical strategies and create meaningful and sustainable change.
I believe therapy is most effective when clients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their treatment. I strive to create a supportive, collaborative, and engaging environment where clients can explore challenges openly while developing the confidence and skills needed to move forward.
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My go-to approach for helping people in PTSD/trauma therapy is cognitive therapy, which is often used along with exposure therapy. I find the best benefit in those therapies because they help you safely face both situations and memories that you find frightening so that you can learn to cope with them effectively.
I teach the following tools in PTSD/trauma therapy: breathing, validation, focusing on the five senses, cognitive challenging, mindfulness, and education on symptoms such as dissociation, arousal, and avoidance and their reasons.
I know a client is making meaningful progress in PTSD/trauma therapy when they are allowing themselves to be more vulnerable, connecting with the outside world, expressing their emotions instead of minimizing them, facing their fears, becoming more aware of what they are feeling, they state releasing tension and welcoming touch like hugs and embraces from people they trust, and they demonstrate less reacting and more reflecting.
Clients can supplement their time in PTSD/trauma therapy with yoga and meditation, journaling, remembering that their memories are memories and they are safe, talking with people they trust and not holding everything in, carrying an object that reminds them of the present, getting to know their triggers (smells, sounds, images, places, words), and most importantly being kind to themselves.
To prepare for their first PTSD/trauma therapy session, I suggest that the client read about trauma, explore different types of treatments, write down their symptoms and any triggers that they are aware of, write down their goals for therapy, write what coping strategies they are currently utilizing, and taking note of who their support system is. I also ask clients to be open-minded and patient, since the first session is usually for the therapist to start getting to know the client and the reasons why they are seeking therapy.
At Thriveworks, Trauma/PTSD therapy involves dedicated efforts to address and navigate through past and/or recent traumatic events. Therapists specializing in trauma create a secure environment to process and heal from these experiences, aiming to reduce trauma-related symptoms and enhance overall quality of life.
Our Thriveworks providers use Trauma/PTSD therapy treatments like eye movement desensitization and reprocessing EMDR, CBT, and exposure therapy with the goal of helping clients process the traumatic events they have experienced so that they can to start feeling safe and secure again.
The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can vary but often include:
The best way to overcome PTSD triggers is to seek the assistance of a professional therapist, such as those at Thriveworks, who can help you to understand and treat your PTSD triggers.
In most cases, a therapist who specializes in Trauma/PTSD therapy is the best type of mental health professional to address the symptoms of PTSD.
PTSD/trauma therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
If a client is working through a single traumatic event that occurred as an adult, trauma or PTSD therapy may only take a few months, but in general, it can take a year or more to effectively treat trauma symptoms and PTSD. The duration of treatment is highly dependent on the client and the severity of their symptoms.
The success rate of therapy for PTSD depends entirely on the individual’s symptoms, commitment to attending sessions, and personal abilities.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Orlando is located near Metrowest Boulevard and South Hiawassee Road, off Highway 408. It is just a short distance from Bill Frederick Park and Valencia College West Campus.
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