Couples therapists in Sarasota, FL

I work with individuals and couples who are functioning on the outside but feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected in their relationships. I especially enjoy working with men who want a straightforward approach, couples ready for real change, and women who tend to overfunction and feel exhausted by it.

You are feeling like you have lost control over your life. You look around and it seems like all your choices are being made for you and when you try to go after what you want, you feel defeated before you can even take the first step.

It does not have to be this way. In my role as a therapist, I believe it is my job to clear the fog that clouds the path that you want to be on. I believe that everyone is the expert of their own life. We become better at navigating our lives when we learn accurate information, remove the judgment that comes with other people's attempts to control our life, and take a clear look at potential outcomes (both good and bad) of our choices.

My passion is to empower and not dictate. It is my honor to listen and not judge. It is a privilege to explore with you wherever you want to go, whether into the past or looking into the future, and watch each person discover their own strengths and build the life that they want to live while breaking down the barriers inside that hold us back.

I believe therapy works best when clients feel safe, supported, and genuinely understood. My approach is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental, and I strive to create a space where clients can openly explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences at their own pace.

I understand that reaching out for help can feel vulnerable, and I value the trust my clients place in me. I work to meet each person where they are while helping them build insight, coping skills, resilience, and confidence. I believe in balancing empathy and validation with practical tools and strategies that support meaningful and lasting change.

Clients often describe me as compassionate, approachable, calming, and easy to talk to. I utilize evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care, while tailoring treatment to each client’s individual needs and goals.

assionate Licensed Mental Health Counselor specializing in anxiety, depression, and relationships. Committed to fostering holistic well-being, I empower individuals to navigate life's challenges. With a client-centered approach, I provide a safe space for self-discovery, resilience-building, and transformative growth. As an advocate, I blend empathy with evidence-based practices, promoting mental health awareness and fostering meaningful connections.

I am very personable and warm, you will feel right at home in my office, or online. I have 30+ years of experience. I am wholistic: spirit, soul, body from a Judeo/Christian perspective. I have two Master's degrees and a PhD in Theology of Restoration. I specialize in working with women with trauma, relationship struggles, grief and loss, depression and anxiety. Also, specialize in working with couples in which I utilize: Gottman, Imago, personality tests, SYMBIS (save your marriage before it starts).

Happiness and joy isn't a fairytale. Let's figure out how you can experience it.