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I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals and members of the LGBTQ+ / Transgender community, providing a safe, affir...
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I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals and members of the LGBTQ+ / Transgender community, providing a safe, affirming, and empathetic space for exploration and growth.
I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern with experience supporting individuals on their journey toward mental wellness. With specialized training in evidence-based and client-centered approaches, I draw on diverse therapeutic methods to meet clients where they are and support them in creating sustainable change and personal empowerment. I am committed to fostering resilience and growth by helping clients address challenges, strengthen coping skills, and build meaningful connections.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of South Florida. I take a holistic approach to therapy, integrating mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral theory, relational theory, motivational interviewing, and emotion-focused theory.
My goal is to help clients navigate life’s challenges while embracing their identities with confidence and resilience. By fostering a compassionate and inclusive therapeutic relationship, I empower individuals to cultivate balance, deepen self-awareness, and achieve personal goals. I look forward to meeting you!
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I have worked with clients from all walks of life....
I have worked with clients from all walks of life.
Seher Jangda is a bilingual (English/Urdu) Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has over 7 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. She specializes in anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, child therapy, poor coping skills, divorce, and domestic abuse.
Seher received her Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University. She enjoys working with people from all walks of life, however, she has specialized training and experience in helping trauma survivors as well as victims of domestic violence. Seher often uses a mindfulness approach in helping her clients overcome stress, anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Seher can help with all sorts of problems and situations. She has helped people through all types of issues—Seher looks forward to working as a team with you, as well. Reach out to start attending sessions with Seher today.
As someone who has dealt with the mental health system personally, I am someone who understands how it feels to find someone who i...
As someone who has dealt with the mental health system personally, I am someone who understands how it feels to find someone who is willing to listen and be heard.
I am a Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern with 5 years of experience supporting individuals of all ages through emotional and behavioral challenges. In my practice, I work with children, adolescents, men and women experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, ADHD, autism, behavioral concerns, or grief. My goal is to help clients heal from past pain, develop healthier coping tools, and rediscover their resilience in a compassionate and supportive environment.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of South Florida. I’ve served as a crisis counselor and grief counselor, helping children and adults process trauma and navigate life’s challenges. I often use cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy to guide clients toward meaningful growth and lasting change.
Healing isn’t always a straight path, but you don’t have to walk it alone. I’m here to support you every step of the way with empathy and understanding. When you’re ready, I invite you to schedule an appointment with me so we can begin your journey toward emotional wellness together.
I believe therapy provides a personalized journey for clients to explore their story, trauma, and identity at their own pace withi...
I believe therapy provides a personalized journey for clients to explore their story, trauma, and identity at their own pace within a safe, non-judgmental space, leading to empowerment and an enhanced quality of life.
Khavita Persaud is a Registered Clinical Social Work Intern with over 6 years of experience. She specializes in providing counseling services to adolescents, adults, and families facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, mood disorders, and eating disorders. Khavita has worked with populations from diverse cultural backgrounds to create a safe and inclusive space where clients can explore their issues and work toward positive change. Drawing from her broad clinical background, she strives to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health while providing psychoeducation and crisis prevention to empower her clients.
Khavita earned her Master of Social Work at the University of Central Florida. She uses evidence-based interventions such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, and internal family systems. Khavita empowers individuals to foster resilience, self-compassion, recovery skills, and positive coping strategies.
Recognizing the courage it takes to seek help, Khavita ensures that clients feel heard, valued, and understood.
With a compassionate and transparent approach, she extends a genuine invitation to individuals from all walks of life seeking support and guidance.
Let me meet you where you are on your mental health journey and help you embrace growth!...
Let me meet you where you are on your mental health journey and help you embrace growth!
Korrie Watson is a Registered Clinical Social Work Intern who has 4 years of experience providing counseling to individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, anger management, behavioral issues, women's issues, substance use, grief, life transitions, divorce, sexual orientation, family conflict, and problematic sexual behavior. Korrie works with all ages and has spent time in various clinical settings including correctional facilities and geriatric care.
Korrie received her Master of Social Work from the University of Alabama. She is practiced in crisis intervention, psychoeducation, and educational and medical social work. Korrie often utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing in therapeutic sessions.
Korrie supports her clients in identifying their strengths, recognizing their weaknesses, and discovering their true potential. She is passionate about helping others increase their confidence with the end goal of overcoming life’s obstacles. Reach out to her today!
As a social worker with lived experience and a deep commitment to recovery and mental wellness, I understand the challenges of nav...
As a social worker with lived experience and a deep commitment to recovery and mental wellness, I understand the challenges of navigating life transitions and finding strength in difficult times.
I am Owen Guthrie, a Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, with 7 years of experience supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. With a background in both criminal justice and mental health, I understand how difficult it can feel to break free from cycles that no longer serve you. I partner with clients who feel weighed down but are ready for change, helping them build healthier coping skills, strengthen relationships, and uncover their inner resilience.
I hold a Master’s in Social Work from Grand Canyon University. My approach draws from my experience in criminal justice and mental health to support individuals in breaking unhealthy cycles, building coping skills, and discovering their resilience to create lasting, meaningful change.
I know how overwhelming life’s challenges can feel, and I believe no one should face them alone. I provide a safe and supportive space where you can feel heard and valued. I invite you to take the first step toward healing and growth by reaching out today—you don’t have to navigate this journey by yourself.
Come as you are and we will work together to overcome personal obstacles and improve overall well-being....
Come as you are and we will work together to overcome personal obstacles and improve overall well-being.
Danielle Bishop is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over a decade of experience working in the mental health field. She specializes in assisting children, adolescents, and adults who present with an array of needs including trauma, anxiety, depression, life changes, and more. Danielle decided to become a therapist because she believes in the importance of empathy, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard for others. She understands that needing help is part of the human process.
Danielle completed her education through Walden University where she studied Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Applied Psychology. She is a former dancer who believes in utilizing various modalities to help clients who need more than the traditional approach to navigate life stressors.
Danielle strives to empower all those she has the privilege to work with by creating a safe and nurturing atmosphere in which individuals can be supported and nurtured in their efforts to change and grow to achieve their goals. If you're ready to work together on your journey to wellness, schedule an appointment with her today!
My counseling style is compassionate and kind with direction, and I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and em...
My counseling style is compassionate and kind with direction, and I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and empathy. I do not believe in stigmatizing labels.
Fritz Potter is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 25 years of experience with children, single parents, families, spouses, active duty, veterans, and the homeless. From his learnings and experience, Fritz has helped clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, anger, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)/trauma, substance abuse, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Fritz also counsels people who have experienced physical and emotional abuse. He is a Master Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP).
Fritz earned his first Master's in Human Relations at the University of Oklahoma and his second in Mental Health Counseling at Argosy University. Fritz combines humanistic, holistic, and spiritual therapies along with solution-focused brief therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive restructuring, narrative therapy, and motivational interviewing.
Fritz adapts the treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. His compassion and empathy for his clients’ help his clients feel safe and understood. It takes courage to seek help and create a happier, more productive life. If you are ready to take the first step, schedule an appointment with Fritz today.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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My go-to approach for helping people in dialectical behavior therapy is to help them develop skills for managing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that are interfering with their ability to function well daily. One of the most valuable benefits of DBT is developing the ability to experience discomfort without reacting to it. Most of the time in our daily lives, responding offers a better outcome than reacting. DBT teaches skills that allow a person to respond in the moment rather than react. It is a process that requires imaginal practice and real-time application.
DBT is based on cognitive behavioral therapy with the addition of many specific skills to help people remain in the present moment rather than dwelling on past hurtful experiences or mistakes. It also helps people not live in the future which often brings on additional anxiety and stress over situations that likely will not play out according to their thoughts. The skills I teach in dialectical behavioral therapy include:
I know a client is making meaningful progress in dialectical behavior therapy when they relay experiences where they applied the skills they learned and felt better about how they handled themselves. Success does not mean perfection. Success is making positive changes and seeing progress.
Clients can supplement their time in dialectical behavior therapy by reviewing the skills learned in therapy, then hypothetically rehearsing the skills, and then actually applying the skills in everyday life. I have resources I make available to my clients so they can continue strengthening skills between sessions and enjoying positive changes more readily than by not practicing outside of sessions.
To prepare for the first dialectical behavior therapy session, make a commitment to invest in yourself and your mental health. Be aware that between-session practicing is essential to internalize skills and improve your functioning. Once you have learned the skills, they are yours to use and keep forever. They do not require a prescription or a refill. Skills take longer to effect positive mood changes, but the skills have been proved effective.
At Thriveworks, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) primarily concentrates on assisting individuals in emotion regulation, enhancing interpersonal relationships, and acquiring effective coping strategies for managing stress and emotional difficulties.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) targets your personal challenges. You may work with your DBT therapist to maintain diary cards to monitor progress, emphasizing validation and support in the therapeutic relationship. DBT follows a stage-based approach, prioritizing crisis reduction initially and life satisfaction.
DBT was initially developed to address the needs of individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD). However, its versatile approach has enabled its application to a wide range of mental health conditions, including but not limited to, anxiety, depression, stress, and anger issues.
The 4 pillars of DBT are mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) have distinct purposes and aren’t inherently superior or inferior to one another. DBT is most effective for managing emotional regulation, personality disorders, and interpersonal challenges, while EMDR is specifically tailored for individuals with trauma-related conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) with therapists at Thriveworks in Tampa, FL is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The duration of a standard DBT program is typically around 24 weeks, which is roughly six months. The actual number of sessions will vary depending on the issues you wish to address.
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