Phyllis McColister-Cunningham, MS, LMHC, CAP, holds a Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Palm Beach Atlantic University and a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Barry University. As a licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and a certified Addictions Professional, she brings a wealth of expertise to her practice. Phyllis is also an EMDR trauma therapist trained by EMDRIA, and offers specialized Immigration Evaluations and Substance Use Evaluations. With a strong belief in empowering individuals and families, she adeptly navigates emotional, mental, and spiritual dynamics associated with overcoming substance abuse and co-occurring mental health challenges. Phyllis effectively works with a diverse clientele, including adults, children, and adolescents, employing a variety of counseling modalities such as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Mindfulness, and EMDR. As the founder of Healing Waters Counseling, her private practice focuses on grief and trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, and emotional and behavioral counseling, addressing issues like PTSD, ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, as well as providing relationship, premarital, and marriage counseling. Additionally, she facilitates ongoing Stress Management groups every Thursday from 5 to 6 PM.