Addiction is a treatable, chronic disease. Genetics, brain chemistry, environmental factors, and life experiences all play a role in the disease, and past trauma is often at the root of many addictions. For many who struggle with addiction, it can be helpful to know that risk factors and levels vary by person, but like any chronic condition, focusing on the cause and the symptoms in treatment offer the best chance for recovery.
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[I am accepting new clients, and host coaching sessions online w/Zoom] Do you yearn to work toward your big goals and dreams - to finally make some substantial changes and moves? Now if only you could snap out of this overwhelming feeling of being so overwhelmed, right? You feel exhausted, perhaps you’re teetering on the brink of burnout. You long to figure out how to disrupt this lifelong...
Our quest for clarity & contentment often ends in failure. We long to wear that "Life Is Good" banner but cannot. Life isn't good (enough) no matter how 'good' we might look on paper. Detachment and disconnection seem insurmountable. Talking about it is hard, excruciating even, but it's the best way to make better sense of one's turmoil and the ambitions & emotionality that come with it. As bot...
“If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.” – Maya Angelou. I believe we are all capable of growth & change. We have the power within ourselves to make the changes necessary to live life to its fullest. At times, we need help with achieving & maintaining these changes. Mental health therapy can help by promoting growth & helping find the strengths one...
Today's world is plagued by distractions that take us away from what is fundamentally important. Learning to separate from an illogical need to please others may allow us to determine our path and help us to be true to ourselves. There is no such thing as an ideal client, only willingness to look within as a shared experience is necessary for growth. My clinical experience is based in outpatien...
Everyone experiences unexpected hardships at some point in their lives. Job loss, empty nest, and relocating are life changes that can be necessary, yet difficult to handle. And a crisis like divorce can cause such devastation that keeping a healthy mindset and getting free from destructive emotions can require outside help. Relationships can also become overwhelming, especially where substance...
I enjoy working with families struggling with interpersonal relationships, pre and post marital issues, communication difficulties, substance abuse, and trauma. I have experience working with individuals dealing with addictions and recovery, depression, stress, anxiety, bipolar disorder, self esteem, grief, anger management, self harming issues, and borderline personality disorder. I also provi...
5 Star Google Rating. Teens & Adults. Symptoms of anxiety & depression can leave us feeling stuck & alone. They can stop us from enjoying day-to-day activities, living the life we want & may have a negative impact on our relationships. Thoughts & feelings related to anxiety & depression often make us feel like we aren't good enough, worried, afraid, & stuck. We may experience physical symptoms ...
**Currently accepting new patients for online appointments!!** ONLINE SCHEDULING (available through practice website: www.coastallightcounseling.com) Specializing in life transitions, family conflict, and personal identity; I enjoy working with adolescents and adults. My passion is helping individuals challenge negative thoughts and create new, positive, self-loving thoughts and behaviors. Copi...
Life is messy. That’s the motto I adopted a few years ago to remind myself that there is no such thing as perfect and rarely does everything go according to plan. My journey has taken me through a variety of messes…divorce, single parenting, job changes, remarriage and the blending of families, just to name a few. Although this isn’t the path that I planned to take, I am thankful for each step...
My name is Dr. Barry Ladis and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Qualified Supervisor, and a Master Level Addiction Professional (MCAP) who has been practicing in the Miami area for approximately 9 years. My specialties include the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and adults. I work with a variety of presenting problems, such as mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD, parentin...
( English | español ) I am a bilingual (Spanish-English) profesional with 20 years plus of experience in the mental health and addictions field. I am dedicated to working with individuals and couples to help them to develop skills to change negative behavior, allowing them to live a healthy and productive life. All that we have experienced in our lives can make us grow or feel stuck, leading us...
Are you active duty military, a Veteran, law enforcement officer, first responder or family member, intimate partner, caregiver, or friend of one? Do you have difficulties overcoming anxiety, depression, stress, or traumatic events? Does abuse, addiction, anger, or violence exist in your relationship? I also assist children and adolescents that have Behavioral/Intellectual/Mental issues or may ...
Have you ever thought, I’ll feel better when (fill in the blank) happens. However, every time you think about it the (fill in the blank) never seems to come or has come but you still feel unsettled. Moving through transitions can seem uncomfortable or chaotic at times but so can seeing a therapist. I’ll help you walk through the journey of your transition or current issue usually while wearing ...
**I am at max capacity and unable to accept new clients at this time. Feel free to check back in regarding availability.** Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. Guess what? I’ve been here before, too! Years ago I searched this website for a therapist to help guide and support me through the stressors I was experiencing. Whatever it is you may be going through- you are here now, and here is where yo...
Hello! I am a licensed social worker, trained and experienced in doing individual and family counseling. Since beginning my career, I have worked as a domestic violence counselor, worked with adolescents who struggle with negative behaviors, worked with individuals who suffer from substance use and mental health concerns, and have been trained to assist individuals with working through past tru...
