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Meet your Therapist
Elizabeth V. David, LMFT
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Hope In Healing Therapy
My name is Elizabeth David (“Liz”) and I am originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Since 2005 I have lived in Broward County, Florida. I am proud of my cultural roots, my spiritual upbringing, and my experiences living up and down the east coast of the U.S.
I have a Bachelors of Science in Counseling Psychology, a pending certificate in Health and Wellness Coaching, and a Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy. I am currently a Florida Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have begun my studies towards a Doctorate Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I am also finalizing my coaching certification for health and wellness.
I have worked with individuals, couples, and families in various capacities as both a mentor as well as counselor. I am passionate about the relational based systemic approach to therapy and I work to apply it in all cases I am a part of. I have also taught classes for self-improvement, professional growth, and enrichment.
I have a Bachelors of Science in Counseling Psychology, a pending certificate in Health and Wellness Coaching, and a Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy. I am currently a Florida Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have begun my studies towards a Doctorate Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I am also finalizing my coaching certification for health and wellness.
I have worked with individuals, couples, and families in various capacities as both a mentor as well as counselor. I am passionate about the relational based systemic approach to therapy and I work to apply it in all cases I am a part of. I have also taught classes for self-improvement, professional growth, and enrichment.
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I have been working with clients in Broward, Dade, and Palm Beach Counties Florida since 2008.
From 2009-2017 I was under the tutelage of Dr. Salvador Minuchin, a pioneer in the field of Marriage and Family Therapy. I used my time with him to continue to learn, grown, and expand my work as a therapist. While influenced by my training with him, I primarily use the theories of the Mental Research Institute and Solution Focused Therapy to maintain a strength based focus on a relationship as well as the individual. These models focus on the patterns of behavior between people as well as the strengths clients already possess. |
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I also found a passion in proactive mental wellness. I am surrounded by medical professionals in my family which has encouraged my approach to understanding a "whole-istic" approach to health. My connection to the medical field encourages proactive physical wellness which, in turn, motivated proactive mental wellness. The Mental Physical, an annual proactive wellness tool, is available for use with individuals, couples, and organizations towards positive mental health.
My Story...
In 2008 I fulfilled a promise to my best friend to go back to school so I could fully utilize my skills as a coach and therapist. I have had a degree in psychology since 2004 but got sidetracked with a successful career in the corporate world. I found, however, I had real joy in my mentoring and teaching which I continued to do while working in the business arena. In 2007 my friend challenged me to pursue my passion of counseling and I took that challenge. Although it was tough to make such a big change in my life, my system of family and friends encouraged and pushed me to follow my dreams... something I may not have done on my own.
What started as a process to fulfill a promise has evolved into a beautiful journey of hope AND healing for both clients and counselor. Change is possible when we have support and determination from the people around us and I want to be part of that support and encouragement to my clients. It can sometimes seem impossible to get to the goal you have for life but there is hope when you are supported and are willing to take the challenge.
What started as a process to fulfill a promise has evolved into a beautiful journey of hope AND healing for both clients and counselor. Change is possible when we have support and determination from the people around us and I want to be part of that support and encouragement to my clients. It can sometimes seem impossible to get to the goal you have for life but there is hope when you are supported and are willing to take the challenge.
Tell Me What to Expect....
I am always fascinated by patterns and the way in which people communicate with each other. From something as simple as the reason we choose coffee versus tea to the complex dynamics between people I find that I stay consistently curious so I can understand the way things are. My diverse background offers a unique opportunity to see things from a structured and traditional side but also appreciate the independence and freedom that the 21st century brings.
My sessions will consist of dialogues between each person in the room about their views on the problem that brought us together as well as views for life. The goal is a relaxed conversation that will push you to think on a deeper level. Only when we understand each other can we make positive changes towards healing. Our goal in therapy will be to re-establish hope with every client we meet with.
Expect to experience the following:
My sessions will consist of dialogues between each person in the room about their views on the problem that brought us together as well as views for life. The goal is a relaxed conversation that will push you to think on a deeper level. Only when we understand each other can we make positive changes towards healing. Our goal in therapy will be to re-establish hope with every client we meet with.
Expect to experience the following:
- An expansion of possible ways of relating to one another
- Language that offers support while motivating openness to possibilities
- An opportunity for dialogue in a safe and nurturing environment
Interested in an emotional support pet to attend your session? Ask us about Coconut!
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