Find a therapist in Sarasota, FL — covered by insurance

Find a therapist in Sarasota, FL — covered by insurance

Hi, I’m Dr. Allison Pinto and I am a licensed infant, child and adolescent psychologist who works with families with children from birth to age 18. I provide in-person consultation and psychotherapy in my office in downtown Sarasota and also offer teletherapy.

When choosing a therapist to work with your child and family, it is important to find someone you "click with" and like, and it can also be helpful to know a bit about their training and background. Please go to my website at www.allisonpinto.com to find out more.

I collaborate with families who are navigating various transitions and challenges that are influencing their children’s social-emotional development and well-being. This might include:

• Developmental transitions associated with infancy, toddlerhood, childhood or adolescence.
• Family transitions relating to births, adoptions, marriages, divorces, moves, or out-of-home placements.
• Friendship transitions relating to changes in peer group, childcare, school, neighborhood, or community networks.
• Challenges managing thoughts, feelings, behaviors, or mental health diagnoses.
• Challenges relating to difficult encounters with educational, legal or social service systems, or experiences of bullying, discrimination, or other forms of disrespect.

Please note that my orientation is not a good fit for children and families who are navigating domestic violence or high-conflict divorce or co-parenting.

I also work with families who are not currently experiencing any particular difficulties, but nonetheless want to fully embrace the unique opportunities for growth that are possible during that special stage of family life while children are young.

I am a mental health counselor licensed in Florida with over 15 years of experience working as an addiction counselor and primary therapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, OCD, personality disorders, and ADHD. I also assisted many people who have experienced trauma or abuse.

I work with a diverse group and specialize in teens, young adults and families. I am committed to neurodiversity and autonomy-affirming practices. I aim to help you navigate this ever-changing world, how it affects you as an individual, and within your family unit. I utilize different therapeutic strategies to navigate issues surrounding self-esteem, anxiety, depression, grief, navigating social media, and life experiences that may be challenging for neurodiverse individuals.

With an MA in Mental Health Counseling and a certificate in Art and Healing along with decades of experience utilizing expressive arts both personally and professionally, I love assisting my clients to connect with their own creativity to grow, heal, and thrive. We utilize a variety of arts modalities and help clients access their own inner knowing to initiate healing and positive growth.

I am Licensed Mental Health Counselor whose focus is on client-centered therapy. Clients can expect an understanding, supportive and comfortable environment. I work with youth and adults. Many of my clients are seeking relief from depression, anxiety and general life issues. My clients report that it is easy for them to share their personal struggles with me as I provide a nurturing, non-judgmental environment.

* I will message to confirm as my calendar is not always up to date. *

Welcome! I'm a dedicated therapist and health coach with a deep passion for helping individuals regain control of their lives. What makes my practice unique is the way in which I combine neurofeedack and the BAUD, which are brain-based interventions, with talk therapy to treat anxiety, depression, and trauma. By combining these approaches, I offer a holistic solution to emotional well-being.

Hello, I'm Stacey Calabro, LCSW, a licensed clinical social worker with over 30 years of experience helping adults navigate life's challenges. I earned my Master of Social Work at Boston University and my passion for supporting people on their journey to healing and personal growth has been at the heart of my practice every since.

I specialize in working with individuals who may be experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship challenges, and borderline personality disorder.

Struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or life transitions can be a lonely road. With compassion and empathy, I will help you find your spirit again and get you on the path towards living a happy and fulfilled life. My experience is shaped by working with clients who are looking to improve their quality of life and gain self-esteem. My goal is to help you become the best version of yourself. Change is scary and hard but worth the reward when you believe in yourself and your goals.

I have worked with children and adults in school, agency, and private practice settings. I specialize in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and I am Accelerated Resolution Therapy Advanced Certified which works to reprogram the way distressing memories are stored in the brain. I specialize in healing individuals and families. I use many proven therapy modalities during each session to be creative about finding what will work best for you.

I specialize in working with elementary, middle school, high school, college aged students and their families. I have worked in a school setting for several years helping children, students, teachers, individuals and families work through issues such as, school stressors, bullying, behavior modification, goal achievement, academic success, anxiety, family issues, and more.