The Therapy Team

 While my specialty has always been trauma therapy for teenagers, it was shortly after my youngest brother committed suicide I decided to forever include Veterans and prior military when considering new patients. With 2 Veterans in my family, my personal experiences help me better understand the psyche of those who have lived in a control

 While my specialty has always been trauma therapy for teenagers, it was shortly after my youngest brother committed suicide I decided to forever include Veterans and prior military when considering new patients. With 2 Veterans in my family, my personal experiences help me better understand the psyche of those who have lived in a controlled environment, experienced personal trauma, or who have been in active combat. While I have experience using Talk Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and also Art Therapy, I know every situation is unique and I am ready to explore the many therapies available until we find what works for you.

I originally specialized in therapies for kids and teens diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), which includes the whole spectrum from Non-verbal to High Functioning. Though it doesn't matter if you are a parent seeking therapy for an Autistic child or teen, or an emotionally wounded veteran, I am ready to guide you to your solution.

My desire to help people through their traumatic experiences or difficult emotions is both genuine and true. My dedication as a Therapist should never be taken lightly. My developed organic approach to the therapeutic processes require participation and consistency to Improve complete mental health. 

Hey there! I am a Florida native with many years of professional and community-based experiences working within the human services field throughout Central Florida. I earned my Master of Science in Counseling Education, with a specialization in Play Therapy, from Palm Beach Atlantic University- Orlando campus. I am also a HBCU graduate fr

Hey there! I am a Florida native with many years of professional and community-based experiences working within the human services field throughout Central Florida. I earned my Master of Science in Counseling Education, with a specialization in Play Therapy, from Palm Beach Atlantic University- Orlando campus. I am also a HBCU graduate from Florida A&M University, where I obtained my B.S. in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice. In addition, I am an active member of both the American & Florida Counseling Associations.

I am very compassionate about the healing process. Since the tender age of 12, working as a volunteer coordinator with Habitat for Humanity- Orlando, I  have always placed a significant amount of attention and energy on community wellness. As I matriculated through life developing my professional identity, various training and coursework has centralized my focus and prepared me to work well with an array of individuals from all walks of life. My approach to counseling involves a client strength-based model that encourages the individual to incorporate their gifts and knowledge into developing a healthy, judgment-free therapeutic working relationship toward self-efficacy and transcendence. Furthermore, I utilize an integrated lens to address client’s independent needs with mechanisms from Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Trauma-Informed Care, and of course Play/Experiential Therapy.

I take great pride in my work with children, adolescents, adults, families, and the foster population. I believe that my genuine desire to connect with my clients is what enables me to tailor an individualized treatment plan to appropriately combat issues of anxiety, personality, depression, trauma, behavior, grief, and family conflict.

“Life takes up one long, winding road to fulfill its seemingly endless journey, and when we find ourselves stumble upon forks in the road, we choose wisely.”

- Amani Abbas

 I am a master’s level social worker intern. I have been helping people in the mental health community for over 16 years! I am well versed in helping many different populations in mental health. I have helped veterans, children and families, and domestic abuse survivors but my help doesn’t stop there! I have built my career as a case mana

 I am a master’s level social worker intern. I have been helping people in the mental health community for over 16 years! I am well versed in helping many different populations in mental health. I have helped veterans, children and families, and domestic abuse survivors but my help doesn’t stop there! I have built my career as a case manager and therapist that led me to becoming a clinical director at two leading Central Florida treatment facilities. I have a passion for working with people and have continued my career providing intensive counseling services to those needing the highest forms of care. I continue to refine my skills working with anxiety, depression, substance use, family discord, relationship conflict, and domestic abuse survivors. Down to earth with a side of humor to add, I have a way of helping clients feel understood, valued, seen, and heard. Therapy can feel challenging in the beginning but I try to help teach my clients how to empower themselves to continue meeting their goals and liberating themselves from the psychological chains that can make them feel stuck. This is a powerful combination in the relationships I form with my clients as they use this as the foundation to build the life they want to live. I know what it's like to build from the ground up and the importance of having the right support to do so!  

 I love to help bring couples and families closer together through using Imago Relationship Therapy and help to have fulfilling relationships. I am passionate about helping people reconnect with themselves and others by helping them connect with their strengths and learning new ways to communicate. I believe in working from a warm, empath

 I love to help bring couples and families closer together through using Imago Relationship Therapy and help to have fulfilling relationships. I am passionate about helping people reconnect with themselves and others by helping them connect with their strengths and learning new ways to communicate. I believe in working from a warm, empathic approach to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can learn, grow, and achieve their goals. 

  My ideal client is someone who wants to be a better version of themselves. Someone who is motivated to learn how to deal with their problems and is receptive to positive change. I have always loved working with children and seeing positive changes in their behaviors and being able to witness personal growth and improved family relations

  My ideal client is someone who wants to be a better version of themselves. Someone who is motivated to learn how to deal with their problems and is receptive to positive change. I have always loved working with children and seeing positive changes in their behaviors and being able to witness personal growth and improved family relationships. I have a strong passion for this field and being able to help anyone overcome difficulties in their mental health is an honor. I have a strong passion to help others realize their potential and understand that change, while difficult, can be beautiful and liberating. Please reach out so that we can identify a plan to best suit your needs to reach your mental health goals.

 I am a Florida Native and has grown up right in here in the heart of St. Cloud, Florida. I have 8 years experience working in local Mental Health offices in Kissimmee and St. Cloud. I graduated with Honors from Troy University in July 2017 with my Masters in Counseling and Psychology, where I was an avid part of their Chi Sigma Iota chap

 I am a Florida Native and has grown up right in here in the heart of St. Cloud, Florida. I have 8 years experience working in local Mental Health offices in Kissimmee and St. Cloud. I graduated with Honors from Troy University in July 2017 with my Masters in Counseling and Psychology, where I was an avid part of their Chi Sigma Iota chapter. I also am an Alumni of the University of Central Florida with a Bachelors in Psychology, and a Masters Level Graduate Certificate in Autism. I am also a certified ESE teacher and School Guidance Counselor. I loves working with those with Addictions, Anxiety, and Children. I am always up for a challenge as a mom of 2 boys, I thrive off of it!