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Do you find yourself stuck and not knowing where to start to achieve the best version of your authentic self? Are you in a transition in life and looking to find direction? Have you felt broken and are now ready to begin the process of healing? I am ready to embark on this journey with you. Therapy with me is a personal journey with you. My theoretical orientation is very person-centered and designed to surround your needs. I use an innovative approach that combines orientations such as CBT, motivational interviewing, and client-centered therapy to create the best outcomes.
I am licensed in Florida with 15+ years of professional work experience. I have worked in a variety of settings included community mental health, private practice, school setting, and substance abuse treatment. I have serviced clients as young as 3 and as old as 80. I have specific training in working with couples, families, as well as adolescents. Of all my experience I believe life is the greatest teacher and being able to help others travel their journey is my passion. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & anger management, couple/family/ and relationship conflict, life changes and a variety of other challenges. I believe in treating you with respect, sensitivity, and compassion to provide a place where you feel you belong, have worth, and can depend on your tribe to help lift you up. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! Everyone needs a tribe and I hope you can find one with me.
I am a licensed clinical social work intern in the state of Florida. I started my career in social work later in my life and have hit the ground running ever since. I completed my professional training in Georgetown, Kentucky, where I facilitated parenting classes, batterer’s intervention groups, substance use disorder groups, and life skills groups. I have worked in the state of Florida for two years as a therapist to children, teens, adults, couples, and families. I am an ordained minister and have a Master of Science in Social Work. I enjoy facilitating groups and providing individual and family sessions to those in need. I have worked in a variety of settings, including schools, homes, substance abuse treatment centers, private counseling centers, and church. I have serviced clients as young as 4 and as old as 80. I provide secular and Christian counseling. I have specific training in working with children, couples, families, and adults.
I am focused on being true to my purpose of speaking about life to people. Assisting clients in developing a sense of hope for a better future, while helping them heal from the life events of their past is my passion. I have experience in helping clients cope with trauma, stress, depression, anxiety, family conflict, substance use disorders, domestic violence, low self-esteem, emotional disconnect & anger management.
I am a school psychologist in Florida with 10 years of professional work experience. I have worked in various school settings. I have 2 years of experience counseling in the community and have serviced clients as young as 4 years old to 30 years of age. I am currently working on my licensure to become a licensed psychologist.
I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, depression, anger management, trauma, family conflicts, internal conflicts, life changes and a variety of other changes that life may throw at you. I believe in treating clients with respect, patience, compassion and sensitivity to provide an environment where you are heard and can depend on your tribe to help lift you up and finding life’s balance.
I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plans to meet your specific and unique needs to help you access the nest version of yourself.
Hello, my name is Shemecka R. Ward and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia. I am going into my 21-years working within the Mental Health field from North Carolina to the state of Maryland. I have served many different populations and agencies from Direct Care, Therapeutic Day Treatment, Intensive In-Home care with children and families, Juvenile Justice in the state of NC as a Court Counselor, working with adults with intellectual disabilities, as a Program Manager working with children graduating out of the foster care system and moving into an Independent Living Program, and case management services. I am currently working as a Substance Abuse Counselor in community mental health which entails being a treatment provider for the local Drug Court program. I also provide therapy to people who are attempting to cope with depression, anxiety, trauma, marital issues, adjustment to life changes, gender related issues, intimacy and relationships, and substance use. I am skilled and trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused CBT, and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and reprocessing). I am also trained in Acudetox and manage a treatment clinic on a weekly basis. I have a passion for working with people and my overall goal is making a connection with the people I serve. I believe being your authentic self in therapy is very important to the healing journey and to do so, a person needs to know and trust that they can be themselves without judgement. My office or screen time is your safe place, and we will work through challenges together.
I completed my Bachelor’s in Social Work at Florida A&M University in 2022 and earned my Master’s in Social Work with a clinical concentration from Florida State University. I am currently working towards obtaining my clinical license. I have extensive experience working with clients in various settings, including integrated healthcare, pain management, geriatric care, palliative care, children and families, and young adults. Throughout my career, I have worked with diverse client populations, including individuals dealing with chronic pain, anxiety, depression, college-related issues, grief and loss, personal and family conflicts, and life-stage transitions. I have specialized training in motivational interviewing, acceptance and commitment therapy, and cognitive-behavioral therapy. I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere where you can freely express your thoughts and emotions. Each person has a unique story, and I am committed to offering the patience, compassion, and sensitivity you deserve. I aim to help you overcome obstacles and lead a fulfilling life. Together, we will embark on a therapeutic journey tailored to your specific needs and objectives, ensuring you feel heard, supported, and empowered.
Welcome to My Tribe Counseling Agency, where our mission is to provide a quality mental health service that meets the needs of you who are experiencing challenges that you are focused on overcoming. We desire to provide a service that you can receive no matter the barriers that may be presented.
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