About

I am one who believes the philosophy that life is a journey rather than a destination. I'm a huge believer that life throws many things at us through our journey, but what is more important is how we respond to life rather than what it throws at us. This Cognitive Behavioral approach is the same approach that I take when it comes to counseling. I use an eclectic approach, utilizing theories and teachings from all psychology teachings to help the individual respond well to life. I like to teach clients how to manage their own symptoms with the help of coping skills and give them the tools to help them. I’m a strong believer that whatever you put into this world is what you will get out of it.

Basic Data

Entity Type: Individual; Sole Proprietor

Organization Name: Metro Treatment Of Florida, Lp

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Client Focus

  • Adolescents/Teenagers (14 To 19)
  • Adults

Therapy Specialties

  • ADHD
  • Addiction
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar
  • Career Counseling
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ Issues
  • Life Coaching
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Substance Use

Treatment Orientation

  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Modality

  • Individuals

Insurance

  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Education

  • Webster University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling
  • University of South Florida (Bachelor's)

Years in Practice

9 years

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Healthcare Provider Taxonomy

  • Code: 101YM0800X
  • Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
  • Classification: Counselor
  • Specialization: Mental Health
  • Code: 101YA0400X
  • Grouping: Behavioral Health & Social Service Providers
  • Classification: Counselor
  • Specialization: Addiction

Credentials

  • Master of Arts (MA)
  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

Licenses

Name License Number State
LMHC MH17195 Verify FL
LMHC LMHC10001278 Verify MA

Practice Locations

216 NE 1st Ave

Ocala, FL 34470-6654

Phone Number: (352) 732-6565

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