Meet Kala Brown, a dedicated licensed clinical therapist and the CEO of The Mental Movement LLC. She has meticulously cultivated an environment where individuals can express themselves freely and feel accepted, all while aiming to refocus and rejuvenate their lives. With a strong commitment to improving the mental health of those experiencing crises such as anxiety, depression, and other life-altering challenges, Kala brings over seven years of experience working with a diverse range of clients, including adolescents, young adults, adults, seniors, and the LGBTQ+ community. Her therapeutic approach is centered on the individual; utilizing person-centered techniques, mindfulness-based therapy, solution-focused strategies, and cognitive behavioral therapy, she strives to facilitate the transformative changes her clients seek. The Mental Movement is a judgment-free space that empowers every person to navigate life's challenges. Remember, YOUR MENTAL MATTERS! Join the movement towards healing and discover the supportive care you deserve.

Casey Fiume is dedicated to guiding individuals through their journeys of self-discovery and healing. Clients may come feeling restless, sensing that something isn’t quite right, and yearning for connection and purpose. They might feel weighed down by old ways of being that no longer serve them, seeking a more fulfilling and authentic life experience. Casey’s work focuses on enabling clients to know themselves more deeply, empowering them to create the life they envision, free from feelings of fear and isolation. With a compassionate approach rooted in mindfulness, trauma-informed care, and positive psychology, Casey assists clients in transforming their inner experiences and responding to the profound call for a more meaningful existence. Through expertise in modalities such as Internal Family Systems and Gestalt therapy, Casey honors every client’s unique journey, providing a safe space for growth and connection. Recognizing the power of intuition in guiding personal transformation, Casey is committed to showing clients that they are not alone in this work, underscoring the importance of each individual’s inherent resources. Casey welcomes those ready to embrace their highest selves on this transformative path.

Elta Ampadu is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist with over 14 years of experience in guiding adults through the healing process following trauma from adverse life experiences. Driven by a profound commitment to empowering individuals and dismantling the stigma surrounding mental health care, she specializes in critical areas such as grief, anxiety, and depression. Elta’s therapeutic approach focuses on addressing adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), which often lie at the core of many physical and mental health challenges. Utilizing the Grief Recovery Method (GRM), a well-refined technique she's both trained in and personally benefited from, Elta seeks to provide an environment where clients feel genuinely understood and cared for. She established her private practice in response to the limitations she observed in larger organizations, where client care often took a back seat to bureaucratic demands. In her practice, every client is valued; they are not just a number. For those seeking help for the first time or those who have encountered less-than-satisfactory mental health care experiences, Elta Ampadu is here to support them on their journey to wellness.

Brenda Rivera specializes in conducting comprehensive psychological evaluations and forensic evaluations, including immigration evaluations (U-Visa, Hardship Waivers, Political Asylum, and Domestic Violence/Abuse victimization), risk assessment, and competency to proceed assessments. She is experienced in mitigation evaluations for criminal cases and juvenile (DJJ) comprehensive evaluations, as well as psycho-educational evaluations for gifted placement. Additionally, Brenda provides brief psychotherapy targeted at clients facing mental health challenges within her expertise.<br /> <br /> With over 20 years of clinical experience, she has a profound commitment to working with both adults and adolescents, aiding them in managing their lives and effectively coping with a range of mental health difficulties. These include issues related to trauma and victimization, coping with stressors, dual diagnosis, and immigration or acculturation challenges. Brenda also offers individual and group supervision for Mental Health Counselor (MHC) and Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) interns, helping them meet Florida licensure requirements. She is dedicated to empowering individuals on their journey towards achieving a better self.

Aymara Valladares is a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with a Master's degree in counseling. She operates in a private practice, providing services that are accessible in both English and Spanish. Aymara specializes in child and adolescent mental health, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, conduct disorders, depression, grief and loss, and family-related issues, including divorce and parenting challenges. With significant experience in providing couples therapy, she fosters a supportive environment where individuals and families can navigate their mental health journeys.