Sarah Pettyjohn is a compassionate and dedicated Clinical Social Worker who specializes in helping adults navigate life's complexities. Driven by the belief that everyone deserves to understand, love, and accept their whole self, Sarah creates a supportive environment where her clients can uncover answers to their most pressing questions. Through her diverse therapeutic modalities, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, she equips individuals with essential skills to understand past experiences and confront future challenges with newfound confidence. Sarah understands that healing is a journey, not a destination, and believes self-discovery is a valuable investment for both personal growth and meaningful relationships. Her integrative approach incorporates various elements tailored to each individual, emphasizing the importance of Family Dynamics, Attachment Styles, Relationships, Core Beliefs, and the Mind-Body Connection. Sarah recognizes that life can be overwhelming, often leaving individuals feeling lost between the past and the future. She is honored to accompany her clients on their journeys of exploration and self-definition, helping them navigate the uncertain paths of life with grace and resilience.

Deanna Rogers is a licensed clinical social worker and therapist based in Miami, Florida, dedicated to helping individuals navigate the pressures of life toward achieving the fulfilling life they desire. With a compassionate approach, Deanna encourages clients to release old habits, overthinking, and self-doubt. Recognizing the importance of mental health and emotional wellbeing during these challenging times, she provides a safe space to address the thoughts and worries that have arisen. Deanna thrives in working with those who possess a natural curiosity about themselves—individuals ready to delve into their inner workings and uncover their true identity. She believes that increasing self-understanding equips clients to manage life's ups and downs more effectively. By fostering vulnerability, clients can access a fuller range of their emotions. In their journey, Deanna assists in uncovering core beliefs that may be counterproductive and rewriting them to align with clients' current paths. Together, they clarify personal beliefs and values, enabling committed action toward greater self-awareness.

Paige Shiffman is a dedicated and compassionate licensed mental health counselor who understands the challenges individuals face when coping with everyday issues. Many struggle with overwhelming anxiety and depression, especially after experiencing trauma. Clients may find themselves dealing with flashbacks, nightmares, panic attacks, or toxic relationships, feeling as though their problems are insurmountable. With many years of experience, Paige has helped clients identify the root of their destructive patterns and overcome trauma and PTSD. Her expertise extends to treating relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues, adjustment challenges, addiction, and grief. Paige has enhanced training in EMDR, a unique treatment involving bilateral eye movements, auditory tones, or tapping that assists in processing distressing experiences. This innovative approach is particularly beneficial for those feeling stuck with traditional therapy. Paige’s passion lies in understanding and addressing the core issues that contribute to mental health struggles. For anyone seeking support to process painful experiences and alleviate distressing symptoms, Paige is ready to offer her skilled guidance and insight.

Gustavo Benejam is a licensed psychologist based in Ft. Lauderdale and Miami, specializing in individual, couples, and family therapy. He is dedicated to helping clients enrich their lives while addressing challenging issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, and relationship difficulties. Gustavo's warm, non-judgmental approach fosters a deep understanding of each client's unique experiences, allowing for growth and self-discovery. His therapeutic work focuses not only on alleviating symptoms but also on enhancing the overall quality of life—promoting self-awareness, improving interpersonal relationships, and helping clients connect to their purpose and meaning. He skillfully integrates powerful treatment techniques, including mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), dialetical behavioral therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT), tailored to meet individual needs. Gustavo believes that meaningful change arises when clients embrace and reconcile with even the most challenging aspects of themselves and their pasts. The therapeutic relationship he cultivates provides a safe, compassionate, and empowering space, essential for personal growth and healing.

Dr. Efrain Antonio Gonzalez is a dedicated psychologist specializing in providing individual psychotherapy to both adults and adolescents. His approach offers a valuable opportunity for clients to manage anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges by delving into difficult experiences and emotions within a safe and non-judgmental environment. As a certified Psychoanalyst and an Adjunct Professor at Nova Southeastern University (NSU), he teaches in the fields of Neuroscience and Psychopharmacology. With 32 years of experience as the Director of the Medical Psychology Service at Jackson Memorial Medical Center, Dr. Gonzalez's extensive background includes clinical training at Yale University School of Medicine. He believes that psychotherapy is a unique and transformative experience, allowing individuals to share challenging life events and navigate personal issues, ultimately fostering resilience and emotional well-being.

Nicole Blank Koles is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). With a strong foundation in extensive research, she is dedicated to helping individuals solve problems, achieve personal growth, and make meaningful changes in their lives. Nicole provides a serene and private environment for therapy, collaborating closely with her clients to tailor treatment plans that address their unique needs. Her clinical expertise encompasses a wide range of issues including anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, substance abuse, eating disorders, and personality disorders. She has a remarkable track record of assisting individuals in managing daily stressors and enhancing their coping strategies. When necessary, Nicole incorporates mindfulness-based interventions to help her clients reduce anxiety and impulsivity, improve concentration, and manage challenging emotions. Clients can expect problem-focused, relatively short-term therapy that typically lasts from 3 to 12 months, guided by their specific goals. Nicole believes in the therapeutic process grounded in compassion, empathy, and understanding, making her an excellent partner in clients' journeys towards enhanced daily living.

Eddie Cruz is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist specializing in helping professional men who are grappling with depression and anxiety stemming from trauma. He works with individuals facing relationship difficulties, questioning their desires in life, and struggling with issues related to their sexuality. Many clients find themselves feeling stuck and unable to achieve their life goals, and Eddie helps them explore the deeper functions of their depression and anxiety to uncover underlying issues, addressing cognitive distortions along the way. His therapeutic style is informed by extensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Psychodynamic therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and a strong emphasis on Mindfulness and compassion, ensuring each client is honored at their unique point in their life journey. Eddie firmly believes in the inherent capacity for growth, healing, and fostering healthy relationships. He possesses a unique set of solutions tailored to meet the challenges faced by his clients, enabling transformative change both cognitively and through bodily awareness.

Leslie Gil, LMHC, is a dedicated therapist whose clinical experience and qualifications equip her to assist individuals in overcoming obstacles to happiness. Having graduated from Florida International University in 2010, Leslie has undergone Foundational Training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), recognized for its effectiveness across diverse populations and mental health challenges. She specializes in helping clients navigate issues such as Borderline Personality Disorder, addiction, self-harming behavior, anxiety, and depression. With a commitment to a collaborative therapeutic process, Leslie guides her clients in mindfully addressing their struggles while developing essential coping skills. Through individual, couples, and group therapy modalities, she fosters a supportive environment where clients can learn the tools necessary to manage their emotions and improve their relationships.

Kety Lopez, LMHC, is a dedicated and compassionate licensed therapist with 20 years of experience, specializing in trauma and PTSD, anxiety, and relationship issues. She focuses on empowering adults by providing them with the tools and insights necessary to navigate their mental health challenges effectively. Kety fosters a safe, supportive, non-judgmental, and empathetic environment, allowing clients to explore their thoughts and feelings openly. Her approach combines various evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and EMDR, tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. Kety primarily works with high-functioning adults, including professionals and individuals in leadership roles, who value her empathetic and results-oriented approach. By choosing to work with Kety Lopez, clients take a significant step toward a more fulfilling life, as she is committed to supporting them on their journey to improved mental health and overall well-being.

Samantha Behbahani, PsyD, MSPharm, is a dedicated psychologist who believes in the innate potential for change, growth, and healing within everyone. She views psychotherapy as a powerful tool to achieve these transformative goals. Samantha is committed to fostering an authentic therapist-client relationship, creating an environment steeped in trust and understanding. She encourages clients to delve deeper into their experiences and emotional lives, helping them identify areas of unfulfillment and crafting fruitful options for improvement. With a diverse range of therapeutic modalities, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, existential, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, Samantha tailors her interventions to meet the unique needs of each client. Her flexible approach allows therapy to progress organically, enhancing self-discovery and inner peace, ultimately leading to self-fulfillment. Having trained at Jackson Memorial Hospital and the University of Miami Medical School with a focus on Health Psychology, Samantha is dedicated to the holistic well-being of her clients. She encourages collaboration with other providers to further enhance the comprehensive health of those she serves.

Cristina Oliver, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, understands that reaching out for help requires immense courage and strength. She warmly welcomes individuals dealing with various struggles, assuring them they are in the right place. With a passion for guiding her clients, Cristina helps them develop greater insight and equips them with effective tools to navigate their thoughts, emotions, and urges that may hinder their desired path in life. As a foundationally trained DBT therapist, she specializes in treating borderline personality disorder, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, and family conflicts. Cristina excels in building collaborative and authentic relationships with her clients, fostering an environment conducive to meaningful change. Recognizing that the initial step into therapy can be daunting, she offers phone consultations for potential clients to connect and discuss how she can provide support. Cristina encourages individuals to embrace the transformative journey of therapy and looks forward to being a part of their healing process.

Ellen Samimy, LMHC, is a dedicated therapist who provides support to adults, adolescents, families, and groups. She prioritizes identifying the specific changes her clients wish to make, collaborating to design a personalized path towards action and behavior change. Ellen emphasizes the importance of building trust, allowing her clients to teach her about their unique needs, which sets the groundwork for a customized plan. As clients gain confidence and incorporate balanced coping skills into their lives, they often find their challenges becoming more manageable. With extensive experience and a passion for psychotherapy, Ellen fosters a meaningful therapeutic connection, which is essential for transformation. Her specialties encompass parenting education and family therapy, addiction recovery and relapse prevention, adolescent treatment addressing social, mood, and academic challenges, and employing a family systems approach for those dealing with substance abuse and mental health issues. Ellen is certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), which enhances her ability to address trauma effectively. Her diverse clinical mental health experience has deepened her respect for culturally sensitive, trauma-informed care, all delivered with love in action. Working in various settings—from community health clinics to private practice and as a professional trainer—Ellen sees her work as a profound privilege.

Dr. Silvina Nancy Belmonte is a dedicated and compassionate Counselor with a PhD and LMHC credentials, who specializes in supporting individuals across all ages, from toddlers to elders. With a profound understanding of the complexities of human emotions, she addresses a range of top issues including depression, relationship challenges, and the nuances of sex therapy. Dr. Belmonte employs a variety of culturally sensitive approaches and therapeutic modalities, such as family and marital therapy, hypnotherapy, and psychoanalytic techniques. She is particularly adept in working with couples, individuals, and families, creating a safe and nurturing environment where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings deeply. Her genuine care and commitment to her clients' well-being foster transformative healing and personal growth.