Hobe Sound, FL Local Support & Community Resources

Debra Lawrence, LCSW, is a compassionate and experienced clinical social worker and therapist, dedicated to guiding individuals, couples, and families on their journey toward personal growth and healing. With over 30 years in practice, Debra specializes in addressing challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and PTSD. She offers a range of therapeutic approaches, including Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), Compassion Focused, and Trauma-Focused therapy, ensuring a personalized experience tailored to each client's unique needs. Debra's extensive background encompasses working in diverse settings— from hospitals and schools to leading outdoor therapeutic programs across Europe. Her academic foundations include a Bachelor of Science in Art Education and Art Therapy from New York University, along with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work from Barry University. Licensed to practice in Florida since 1999, she also supervises aspiring clinicians, fostering a new generation of therapists. Whether clients are navigating significant life transitions, grappling with past traumas, or seeking to live more authentically, Debra warmly invites them to explore their desired transformations in a supportive and nurturing environment.

Jeanine Smith is a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) who understands that many women may appear to have it all together on the outside, yet feel a deep sense of turmoil within. Many of her clients carry the burdens of their responsibilities, often feeling like inadequate mothers, partners, or daughters. They navigate life on eggshells, prioritizing others at the expense of their own self-care and well-being. With a focus on women seeking to overcome anxiety, improve their relationships, and reconnect with their true selves, Jeanine employs a caring yet direct therapeutic approach. By utilizing Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Person-Centered, Strength-Based, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) methods, she empowers her clients to harness their natural strengths, fostering greater control over their emotions and lives. With Jeanine's support, achieving peace and balance, which may have felt unattainable, becomes a real possibility. Clients discover that they need not shoulder their struggles alone. Her compassionate guidance paves the way to renewed empowerment and fulfillment.