Megan Santiago
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate,My ideal client is a teenager or woman struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, ADHD, panic attacks, trauma or sleep issues.
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Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based psychotherapy, first developed in the 1980s by Marsha M. Linehan, to treat patients suffering from borderline personality disorder. Since then, DBT’s use has broadened and now it is regularly employed as part of a treatment plan for people struggling with behaviors or emotions they can't control. This can include eating disorders, substance abuse, self-harm, and more. DBT is a skills-based approach that focuses on helping people increase their emotional and cognitive control by learning the triggers that lead to unwanted behaviors. Once triggers are identified, DBT teaches coping skills that include mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. A therapist specializing in DBT will help you to enhance your own capabilities, improve your motivation, provide support in-the-moment, and better manage your own life with problem-solving strategies. Think this approach might work for you? Reach out to one of TherapyDen’s DBT specialists today.
Are you are realizing that the effects of past trauma, violence or abuse have left things a tangled mess? Are you struggling with how difficult experiences have affected your relationships? Or maybe you belong to a gender, sexual, or relationship minority (e.g., LGBTQ+, kink) and are looking for an affirming provider to support you through whatever life has brought you? I look forward to supporting you in gaining the knowledge and skills to navigate whatever stressors life has brought you.
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Most of my clients are insightful, high achieving teens and young adults who excel in their academic lives, but struggle in their personal lives. They often come to me seeking strategies to overcome anxiety and stress, harsh critical thoughts, perfectionism, overthinking and rumination, obsessive thoughts, and self-doubt. My therapy style is focused on helping my clients gain genuine happiness, find more purpose and life fulfillment, improve confidence, and deepen meaningful relationships.
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everyone is unique and special. I prefer spiritual open minded people who are ready to put the work into healing and growing. call me directly at 727-374-3092 to set up an appointment. if I don't pick up leave a voicemail with best times to return your call, and times you are available for an appointment which can be in person or virtual
While I provide therapy to people from all walks of life, the goals I collaborate in developing with clients are mainly focused on: LGBTQ+ and their families, gender identity following the WPATH Standards of Care, grief and loss, relationship issues, sexuality, trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, addictions, HIV/AIDS, and spirituality. I work with adults, teens, couples, and families, including monogamous and polyamorous relationships, and alternative sexualities.
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Do you struggle with your sexual or gender identity? Do you find yourself searching for things outside yourself to fill the void? Sometimes this is food, alcohol, other addictive behaviors...Do you feel anxious or depressed for seemingly no reason? Do you feel like you are working hard just to survive and want so much to thrive yet aren't sure how to do that? With a little help, you can live your life free of past trauma, free of unhealthy habits while embracing your true self completely!
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Being human is often tough. Sometimes we lose our way and can feel stuck and overwhelmed. Sometimes we would like to change parts of our lives or ourselves but don’t know how. Therapy can be an empowering way to promote healing, growth, and wellness. Often, we initially seek treatment to address a specific concern and then begin to uncover other areas of our lives in which we want to make meaningful change. My goal is for this process to feel supportive, affirming, and appropriately challenging.
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My ideal client believes in growth and is motivated to effect desired change as a unified and committed team. My clients are my equal and I approach therapy as a collaborative process. Diversity is hallmark to my practice and I welcome differences across all realms. My clients immensely inspire me on a daily basis and remind me of my greater purpose outside of my own microcosm. It is always with utmost respect, humility and honor that I serve them.
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Do you feel like you're at as standstill in your life? It can be so defeating to not know where to turn next to reach your life goals, how to experience more peace and contentment, or how to simply live your best life possible! I love helping individuals and couples discover tools, new mindsets and to assist in helping see more clearly the path ahead. Clients enjoy working with me who desire someone to process life transitions, feeling stuck, and finding your unique path.
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You know yourself better than anyone else – even if it doesn’t seem like it yet. I help my clients to discover (or rediscover) themselves in meaningful ways. The tools are sometimes out-of-the-box (maybe a tarot card will help you work through that difficult thought process or better understand that dysfunctional relationship), evidenced-based, and always collaborative. We’ll laugh. You’ll probably cry – but you’ll definitely feel better.
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Are you looking to take you performance to the next level? Feeling overwhelmed under pressure? Struggle with mental or emotional health concerns that impact your performance? Lacking necessary skills to grow in life or your career? Need support navigating transitions? Lacking overall wellness or work life balance? I work Athletes, Artists, Professionals/Entrepreneurs & Students to help manage pressures, improve wellness as well as cultivate professional, academic or athletic success.
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I sincerely believe that everyone’s spirituality, race, culture, gender, and sexual orientation must be valued because all remain as vital components that compose who we are. I am dedicated to helping members of the LGBTQ community who struggle with depression, anxiety, coming out, life transitions, HIV diagnosis, relationships, and social factors. I have also dedicated my life to helping those who suffer from addiction issues, including alcohol, drugs, sex, and gambling.
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Most of my work focuses on working with folks in the LGBTQIA spectrum to heal trauma, improve relationships, explore sex and develop a sense of wellbeing. During our initial sessions we will explore your life, your issues, and your goals to build a collaborative way forward. Throughout our work we will look to build insight and shine a light on all of the pieces that make you, you.
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I've worked with adolescents/teens, adults, and seniors. I've worked in school and community mental health settings. I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma and my goal is to help clients find their inner peace.
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I offer a safe, healing space for individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, identity issues, people living with chronic illness, and those recovering from trauma and/or neglect (emotional, physical, sexual, and psychological). I have a deep appreciation for those with ethnic and culturally diverse backgrounds.
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One step in the right direction can start you on a new path! In a warm, welcoming office, we offer in-person or virtual therapy in the Sarasota area, and are only 20 mins from Bradenton or Venice, FL. We provide adult psychotherapy, counseling for children (ages 3 & up), teen therapy, family therapy, couples/marriage counseling, and a variety of group therapy options-- including a DBT Skills Group online or in-person for teens & families, adults, LGBTQ+, expressive mindful arts, and more.
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Are you an adult who hasn't fully gotten over how you were treated as a child? Do you struggle with anxiety or PTSD symptoms? Do you keep repeating the same negative relationship patterns or have negative beliefs about your worth? Are you overcome with sadness about the childhood you should have had? Have you experienced emotional neglect and/or feel that you weren't emotionally cared for as a child? If any of these resonate with you, I can help.
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Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress, having difficulties adjusting to major life change (e.g., college/work, marriage, children, breakup/divorce, health/abilities), struggling with anxiety or depression, healing from trauma, or facing social barriers due to ability difference? I specialize in solution-focused and integrative individual therapy for adults with these concerns. If you’re ready for change and want to be an active part it, I look forward to helping you achieve your goals.
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Do you feel tense all the time and get stuck in the past? Do you have endless worries and feel overwhelmed by grief and loss? Are the painful memories and terrible thoughts weighing you down? Do you feel depressed and anxious much of the time? Do you feel unworthy and feel gripped by shame? I can help because I'm not afraid of your painful past and can show you the way forward. Counseling with me is a judgement-free zone. You are worth the work and deserve to feel better today!
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Life is tough and so are you. Maybe therapy seems like something you don't "need," but you want to move from surviving to thriving and know something needs to change. You want to feel better and get some relief but are not sure how to get there. Whether this is your first-time seeking therapy, or you have been before, it can be overwhelming to share your story with a new person. I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation so we can get to know each other and see if I am a good fit.
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