We provide individual, group, couples and family counseling services. Here are some of the specialized treatments we use to help our clients with their personal challenges:

Psychotherapy

We believe that success in therapy is based on the relationship an individual develops with himself or herself while working with a counselor.  Short-term and long-term therapies are both available, depending on your individual needs.  Short-term therapy can involve anywhere between three and eighteen sessions, whereas long-term therapy can involve 24 or more sessions. Participation in therapy is based on your individual needs and desires.  

“A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks, he becomes.”  -Mohandas Gandhi 

EMDR Therapy

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an eight-phase therapeutic process used to treat Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), mental health problems, somatic symptoms, and other psychiatric disorders.  It has also been a powerful treatment for emotional difficulties and addiction issues and is recommended by trauma experts.  EMDR has also been used to help improve academic, sports, and work performance. 

EMDR works by addressing the root cause of PTSD and emotional difficulties: the faulty encoding and/or incomplete mental processing of traumatic or disturbing life experiences. Such encoding/processing issues can prevent individuals from coping constructively with their experiences. 

EMDR can resolve these issues by facilitating normal information processing and integration. This eight-phase, three-pronged approach targets past experience, current triggers, and future potential challenges to alleviate symptoms of trauma or emotional difficulties, decrease or eliminate distress from disturbing memories, improve one’s view of the self, relieve bodily disturbances, and resolve present and future anticipated triggers. (adapted from EMDRIA.ORG, 2014).

We can help you move past the pain of your past so you can live the life you want in the present.

“Wanting something is not enough. You must hunger for it. Your motivation must be absolutely compelling in order to overcome the obstacles that will invariably come your way.”

― Les Brown

Internal Family Systems

At Reflections Counseling Services, we wholeheartedly embrace the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model, an intricate and compassionate therapeutic framework designed by Dr. Richard Schwartz. In navigating the depths of this approach, we invite you to envision your inner world as a complex landscape teeming with various parts, akin to the characters in a play, each with its own distinctive role and voice. As skilled guides on this introspective journey, our therapists facilitate a comprehensive exploration of these parts, unraveling the layers of your psyche to reveal the nurturing core Self, the vigilant Managers, the reactive Firefighters, and the tender Exiles that harbor past wounds and vulnerabilities. 

With the guiding principles of IFS, our therapeutic process unfolds with a delicate and considerate approach. We work collaboratively to create a safe space for the healing dialogue to transpire between your core Self and the wounded aspects of your internal ensemble. This transformative process involves gently tending to the emotional burdens carried by Exiles, acknowledging the positive intentions behind the protective strategies of Managers, and collaboratively exploring alternative avenues for Firefighters to meet their underlying needs without resorting to reactive behaviors.

The beauty of IFS lies not just in providing profound insights into your internal multiplicities but also in furnishing you with practical tools for self-leadership. By accessing your core Self, you embark on a journey towards cultivating a more harmonious and balanced internal experience. Throughout our therapeutic journey, we remain steadfast in offering consistent support, incorporating mindfulness practices to enhance self-awareness, and continually applying the principles of IFS. This ensures an enduring trajectory of healing, personal growth, and the cultivation of a profoundly healthier and more compassionate relationship with the intricate multiplicity within yourself.

“The highest levels of performance come to people who are centered, intuitive, creative, and reflective - people who know to see a problem as an opportunity.”― Deepak Chopra

Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)

We are pleased to announce at Reflections Counseling Services we offer innovative Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) to support your mental health journey. Our certified psychedelic assisted therapists provide a safe and nurturing environment for individuals seeking profound healing and personal growth.

Clients at Reflections Counseling Services have the option to bring their own prescription for low-dose ketamine administration, facilitated by our certified therapists. Alternatively, for those interested in sessions under IV ketamine, we partner with Florida Mind Health, led by Dr. Zohar, a trusted medical professional specializing in ketamine-assisted therapy. Through our partnership, clients can access safe and effective ketamine treatments administered by experienced healthcare professionals. Contact us for more information on both of these methods and discover which option best suits your needs and preferences.

Ketamine, when administered under the guidance of trained professionals, has shown remarkable potential in enhancing traditional psychotherapy sessions. Known for its rapid antidepressant effects, ketamine can facilitate deep introspection and emotional processing during therapy. By bringing your own prescribed medication and engaging in a two to three-hour therapy session, you have the opportunity to explore your inner landscape with clarity and insight.

Benefits of Ketamine Assisted Therapy:

1. Rapid Relief: Ketamine has been shown to provide rapid relief from symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health conditions.

2. Enhanced Insight: Ketamine can facilitate introspection, allowing individuals to gain deeper insights into their thoughts, emotions, and behavioral patterns.

3. Increased Resilience: Through guided therapy sessions, clients can develop coping strategies and resilience to navigate life's challenges more effectively.

4. Personal Growth: Ketamine Assisted Therapy can catalyze personal growth and facilitate transformative experiences, leading to greater self-awareness and fulfillment.

Our compassionate therapists are committed to supporting you on your journey towards mental wellness. Whether you're seeking relief from symptoms or striving for personal growth, we're here to provide a holistic approach to healing and transformation.

Contact us today to learn more about our Ketamine Assisted Therapy services and begin your path towards healing and self-discovery.

"Healing doesn't mean the damage never existed. It means the damage no longer controls our lives." - Unknown

Therapeutic Psychedelic Integration

Reflections Counseling Services offers comprehensive integration services designed to support individuals before and after their therapeutic journeys with psychedelics. Preparation sessions, facilitated by certified assisted psychotherapists, provide clients with the essential tools and mindset required for a successful psychedelic experience. These sessions include education on the effects of psychedelics, intention setting, and strategies to navigate the journey. The goal is to create a safe and supportive environment that fosters psychological readiness and emotional stability.

Integration sessions, conducted post-journey, are crucial for embedding the insights and experiences gained during the psychedelic session into the client's daily life. These sessions focus on processing the journey, making sense of the experiences, and translating them into actionable steps for emotional and psychological healing. Using Internal Family Systems (IFS) and other evidence-based therapeutic modalities, our therapists guide clients through this transformative process.

The integration process is highly beneficial as it helps prevent potential distress or confusion that can arise from a psychedelic experience. It supports clients in making meaningful changes, improving emotional well-being, and achieving long-term therapeutic goals. By offering a structured and compassionate approach, Reflections Counseling Services ensures that each client can safely and effectively harness the healing potential of psychedelics, leading to profound personal growth and enhanced mental health.

Grief and loss

It is difficult to lose someone close to us, whether it is through a divorce, a move or loss of life.  Working through the pain associated with this grief and loss can help to keep the positive aspects of a relationship alive in our heart and soul.

“Even though you may want to move forward in your life, you may have one foot on the brakes. In order to be free, we must learn how to let go. Release the hurt. Release the fear. Refuse to entertain your old pain. The energy it takes to hang onto the past is holding you back from a new life. What is it you would let go of today?”     ― Mary Manin Morrissey

Depression

I work with you to help change automatic negative thinking and behavioral patterns associated with depression, while identifying and working through the root of those patterns.  Techniques used are always client-centered and healing focused, while recognizing that each individual possesses the inner resources necessary to effectively deal with the situation. The key is finding just the right help in bringing those resources to surface.

“Your life is what your thoughts make it.”  -Marcus Aurelius

Psychotherapy

At Reflections Counseling Services, LLC we believe that success in therapy is based on the relationship an individual develops with himself or herself while working with a counselor.  We offer short term and long term therapies based on an individual’s need.  Short term therapy can involve anywhere between three and eighteen sessions, whereas long term therapy can involve 24 or more sessions. Participation in therapy is based on an individual’s needs and desires.  

“A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks, he becomes.”  -Mohandas Gandhi

Anxiety and Stress

Life can be stressful – and if left unchecked, heavy stress can lead to further emotional and physical complications.  Everyone needs someone to talk to, someone willing to listen without judgment or preconceived notions.  A therapist offers an unbiased ear that hears you and genuinely cares about helping you find solutions to reduce life’s anxieties and stressors, whether they stem from work, family, society, or interpersonal conflicts.

"A mistake in judgment isn't fatal, but too much anxiety about judgment is."  -Pauline Kael 

Anger

Anger has two sides: It can help or harm, or be healthy or unhealthy.  If you struggle with anger, you know its effects.  Unfortunately, you may not be aware of the hurtful emotions underlying your anger – while difficult to perceive, they can make your situation worse by making you feel bad about yourself.  Working through the events driving these underlying painful emotions can help reduce the anger they trigger. Once you understand these events, you’ll be able to learn more appropriate responses to manage your anger. 

“Holding on to anger is like grasping a hot coal with the intent of throwing it at someone else; you are the one who gets burned.” -Buddha

Addiction

I work with you to identify the resources you require to live a life free from the chains of addiction, no matter what form they take. It is my belief that earlier events in life help create a compulsive need for drugs, alcohol, sex, work, food, or other crutches, which can often lead to dangerous consequences.  Working through these early events to release the painful emotions attached to them can bring you freedom from the constraints of addiction.

“Believe that life is worth living and your belief will help create the fact.”  -William James