Lisa Abrotsky, LMFT, EMDR trained, Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1 and 2 trained (Florida, New York, North Carolina)

As a couple’s therapist Lisa Abrotsky integrates and explores past issues from different angles, helping couples gain insight into adjustments they may need to make in the relationship. She has worked in behavioral health, helping couples and families for the past decade. She has experience working with various populations and socioeconomic statuses in community-based behavioral health care/dependence treatment organizations. Lisa Abrotsky has a B.S. in Psychology from Florida Atlantic University and a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Nova Southeastern University. She has extensive education, training, and experience in the field of dependence. She is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, certified Parenting Instructor and a Batterers Intervention Facilitator with the state of Florida. As a family therapist, she is able to integrate her knowledge of education and mental health issues to help families’ problem-solve, overcome personal issues, and create lasting change for a better tomorrow. She uses a holistic approach where healing of the mind, body, and spirit is a priority for successful treatment.

“I strongly believe all individuals have the power to change and through a collaborative approach all goals can be achieved.”

Jodi Katz, LMSW NY & NJ, MSW RCSWI FL (Florida, New York)

Jodi has been a MSW for two decades and have diversified her practice with multiple modalities. She has been practicing in the Tristate Area’s and Florida. She works well with families children adolescence, couples, and elderly.  Her specialty are supporting areas such as social and emotional balance and development sense of self. Jodi speciality is Children and adolescents with behavioral and mood issues. Jodi enjoys incorporating the creative outlets of art and writing into the therapeutic process whenever a client is interested in doing so. Jodi believes that change happens when people are given the support they need to draw on their own strengths and realize their potential to live fulfilling, happy lives.

D’amber Pounds, M.S LMF-LP (New York)

I am a Marriage and Family Therapy graduate from Capella University. I obtained my experience through residencies where I was able to engage in Assessments, Group Counseling with curriculum development, Family Counseling, Individual Counseling as well as Couple Counseling. Therapy is not only a gift but, a level of freedom that you’ve never known. In life, we take on so much that can start to affect us in negative ways. As a counselor, it’s important to me that you develop a level of comfort that allows you to express yourself freely and unburden yourself. The journey to self-preservation starts with you discovering the best you that you can be and want to be. Allow me to be the person to help you with that work. I look forward to working with you on this journey to a better you.

Antoniette Smith, M.S. LMF-LP (New York)

G. Antoniette Smith is a highly experienced Psychotherapist specializing in Marriage and Family Therapy. With over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, she offers a wide range of counseling services to individuals, couples, adolescents, and families. G. Antoniette’s focus is on resilience and human connection as key factors in overcoming challenges. Her expertise includes Grief, Marital/Couple Conflict, Divorce Recovery, Anxiety, Self-Esteem, and Depression. G. Antoniette is dedicated to helping individuals navigate their emotional and mental well-being. She creates a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences, utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Collaboratively, she develops personalized treatment plans that address each client’s unique needs and goals. G. Antoniette’s ultimate goal is to empower individuals to overcome challenges, build resilience, and lead fulfilling lives.

Emily Beeman (New York)

Emily Beeman is a current graduate student at Capella University working on her master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy. She has studied systemic individual, couple, and family therapy theories with a focus on sexuality and diversity issues. Emily has a background working in behavior intervention in the school, home, community, and clinic settings. Through this work she has been able to work with children and young adults with Autism, ADHD, and behavioral concerns. As a MFT intern, Emily has worked with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and self-esteem issues. She is experienced in working on skills with parents and families that enable them to better communicate and meet the needs of their children. Through these experiences, Emily has been able to build therapeutic relationships with clients with diverse ability, racial, gender identity, sexuality, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds. Emily works with children, individuals, couples, and families. She uses a variety of modalities including narrative, collaborative, and solution-focused approaches to help her clients reach their goals. Emily’s goal is to use her years of experience with children and families and new graduate school knowledge to provide clients with a warm, affirming, and safe therapeutic environment.

Shirley McDowell, ARNP (FL, NY, NC)

My name is Shirley. I am dual certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner after spending 20 years in critical care medicine and as a Nocturnist/Hospitalist. Seeing the gaps in care in the acute setting is what started my interest in psychiatry. I enrolled at Liberty University where I obtained my PMHNP degree in 2021. Now I am better equipped to serve my patients and community. I offer diagnostic evaluations, medication management, and genetic testing services to those 18 and older. I believe in providing patient-led care in an environment that is validating, compassionate, and free of judgement. I am a firm believer that a diagnosis does not define an individual. My approach to psychopharmacological treatment is evidence based, individualized, and collaborative. I believe it is important to embrace not only the psychological components of mental health, but also the metabolic, nutritional, and lifestyle factors that have a huge role in our mental wellness. I take my time to provide comprehensive care in a nurturing environment. My overall goal is to help my patients achieve psychological well-being and improve their quality of life, a life filled with acceptance, motivation, smiles, and peace, all of which they deserve.

When I am not working, I am a mom to 3 beautiful humans and a wife to a great life partner. We love to travel and experience different cultures internationally. We enjoy FFF (Friday Family Fun) nights and my garden is my happy place.