Our Founder/Executive Director

Glori is a Florida State Licensed Mental Health Counselor, EMDR trained, and have over 10 years of experience in the counseling field. She utilizes various evidence-based practices, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma focused therapy and Motivational Interviewing. Prior to working as a therapist, Glori worked as a victim advocate, focusing on crisis intervention and assisting victims of abuse and crime.  

Glori has been working with a wide variety of individuals, but has been specializing in trauma and abuse, children on the autism spectrum disorder, parents of children with special needs, and victims of domestic violence. Glori has a passion for working with parents of children with special needs, addressing issues such as burnout and stress management, as well as helping survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, and sexual violence heal and become empowered throughout the therapeutic process. Glori uses a supportive, empathetic approach with her clients to meet them where they are at. Stating "I do not believe there is a one-size-fits all approach for everyone", Glori works with her clients to tailor their treatment plan and goals based on what will benefit them the most. Glori’s clinical approach is to make her clients feel as comfortable as possible from day one, in a nonjudgmental, unbiased manner.  Glori is also bilingual in Spanish/English.

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Maria received a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Central Florida, and received a Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Miami. Maria is currently working towards becoming a Licensed counselor in Florida. Maria utilizes a variety of treatment modalities in therapy utilizing interventions according to each client's unique needs. Some of these therapeutic approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Person-Centered. Maria has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults, and provides counseling in both English and Spanish. Some of Maria's experience includes supporting individuals who are struggling with relational issues, anxiety, depression, low-self-esteem, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and substance abuse. Maria’s main goal is to help empower clients and support them in overcoming their unique challenges, while helping them gain a better understanding of who they are, and their unique potential. 

Erika graduated from Nova Southeastern University's Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. She has worked directly with substance abuse clients using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy serving those within the criminal justice system. Erika is currently aiming to integrate and envision her craft with a customized client approach, building wellness and self-esteem based on each of her clients' unique strength and ability.
Erika is looking to enrich her professional career using Trauma Informed, Trauma Focused counseling as well as Narrative Therapy and Narrative Exposure Therapy.  Erika offers flexible days and times to accommodate clients the best she can.

"Your mental health is something you experience. You walk in the rain and you feel the rain, but you are not the rain." — Matt Haig

Alycia graduated from Walden University with a doctorate in Developmental Psychology in November of 2023. Her research-centered approach to therapy allows her to address many mental health conditions in different populations. Her primary interests are Social Emotional Learning, Positive discipline, and PTSD trauma therapy. Other areas of clinical interest include Anger, Anxiety, Behavioral Problems, , Shame, Trauma, Self Esteem, Self-Worth, Emotional Disorders, Depression, Emotional Regulation, Mindfulness, Relationship Issues, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Co-Occurring Disorders, Panic Attacks, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), LGBTQ+ Issues. She currently works primarily with adults and adolescents. Her professional statement is as follows: "My goal as your therapist is to work with you to help you become the best version of yourself. I will help you to reconstruct your inner map of the world through CBT therapy by reframing irrational beliefs, and challenging negative thoughts and emotions". Lets work on gaining confidence and a sense of competency through therapy techniques, clients will develop more control over their behavior and emotions, and improve daily effectiveness; clients will also gain clarity, set intentional goals, practice self-awareness and mindfulness, and redefine habits.