Saint Johns, FL Local Support & Community Resources

Allison Borhani is a compassionate therapist who understands the exhausting rollercoaster of emotions that life can present. Her mission is to guide her clients in tapping into their inner strength and wisdom, which can facilitate emotional stability, liberate them from intrusive thoughts, help process past pain, and empower them to craft lives filled with meaning and joy. She provides a safe and supportive therapeutic environment ideal for women, young adults, and teens seeking healing and personal growth. Moreover, Allison offers career and life counseling tailored for teens and adults who are exploring their life path, reentering the job market, or considering a career change. With sessions personalized to address multiple aspects of balanced well-being, Allison draws on her experience in private practice and university student counseling. A recipient of the Brooks Rehabilitation Healthcare Sciences Award for Clinical Excellence, she is committed to helping individuals navigate the complexities of depression, anxiety, and self-esteem challenges. Reaching out might feel daunting, but it can mark the start of a positive transformation. Allison is eager to connect and support her clients in building fulfilling lives.

Rafaela Buenaventura, MSW, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her practice, having attended FAU. She specializes in working with teens and adults dealing with issues such as depression, addiction, and anxiety, while also addressing general challenges like coping skills, spirituality, life transitions, and self-esteem. Rafaela understands that our lived experiences significantly influence our perception and can lead to internal and relational difficulties. She recognizes that when individuals feel disconnected from their true selves, they may encounter a variety of emotions and uncertainty in seeking support. By creating a safe and nurturing environment where clients feel heard and supported, Rafaela empowers individuals to rediscover their own unique strengths and skills. She is dedicated to guiding clients in deepening their understanding of their past and present experiences, allowing them to live more fully in the now. Her practice is rooted in developing positive therapeutic relationships and viewing clients within the context of their environments. Through her compassionate and culturally sensitive approach, Rafaela aims to minimize the stigma surrounding mental health. Her dedication to helping others is deeply influenced by her own experiences, driving her to provide the support and guidance that individuals need to reclaim their lives.

Fonda Mosal is a dedicated and compassionate therapist, committed to working collaboratively with clients to achieve a harmonious life. As a licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and a National Certified Counselor, she brings extensive expertise to her practice. Holding a doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, she combines formal education with 20 years of experience as a military officer, where she honed her leadership, mentorship, and counseling skills. Fonda specializes in individual, couples, and family therapy for both adolescents and adults, focusing on helping clients navigate trauma to lead their best lives. Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), she offers internationally recognized therapies for trauma and related disorders. Veterans seeking a therapist who understands their unique experiences will find in Fonda a compassionate ally, as she is a Clinical Military Counselor Certified, well-equipped to address the numerous challenges faced by those who have served. For couples considering marriage, her insight as a Doctor in Marriage and Family Therapy can provide valuable guidance through premarital counseling, emphasizing the importance of relationships within their broader context.