Tavares, FL Local Support & Community Resources

Janelle Carbone-Rodriguez, MSW, LCSW, embodies bravery in her approach to therapy, encouraging individuals to explore and understand their own unique narratives. With over 20 years of experience, she knows that while life poses its challenges, each person possesses the strength and resilience needed for personal growth and transformation. Janelle fosters a supportive, empathetic, and compassionate environment, inviting clients to engage in meaningful self-reflection and honest conversation. As a bilingual licensed clinical social worker, she specializes in diverse areas such as cognitive behavioral therapy, crisis intervention, grief and bereavement, as well as addressing concerns related to anxiety, depression, PTSD, and mood disorders. Janelle works with clients across various age groups, including children, teens, adults, and elders, utilizing culturally sensitive, person-centered, and solution-focused therapeutic approaches to guide her clients toward achieving their goals.

Susan Mulvany is a dedicated counselor who is passionate about supporting clients overwhelmed by life's pressures. She understands the importance of a compassionate and non-critical perspective, guiding individuals through the often challenging landscape of their lives. Susan excels at helping clients confront their reluctance to face difficult realities, creating a safe space for exploration. She is particularly drawn to those who have faced trauma, rejection, abandonment, or abuse. With significant life experience, along with parenting and professional expertise, Susan connects deeply with clients in need of gentle guidance. Her professional background spans the fields of anxiety, depression, grief, and domestic violence, allowing her to approach each situation with empathy and understanding. Additionally, she has trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy for trauma, offering a beneficial alternative similar to EMDR. As part of the Family Life Counseling Center, Susan provides valuable mental health services, including family therapy, marriage counseling, and premarital counseling, within the Tavares and Clermont, Florida areas, ensuring individuals have a trustworthy therapist to confide in and navigate their challenges.

Dr. Warren Sandler is a seasoned psychologist with over 45 years of clinical and counseling experience, dedicated to addressing the diverse challenges faced by adults and elders. He holds Life Status Membership in the American Psychological Association and has been recognized by the National Register of Health Service Psychologists since 1982. Dr. Sandler is deeply committed to respecting the individuality, autonomy, and privacy of each patient. His therapeutic approach is highly personalized and aims to create a safe, intimate, and understanding environment for therapy. With a special interest in addictive attachments such as codependency, he employs a range of modalities, including psychodynamic therapy, family and marital counseling, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to effectively support individuals and couples navigating issues such as depression, relationship difficulties, and personality disorders.