Our Therapists: Florida

Lisa Abrotsky, LMFT, EMDR trained, Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1 and 2 trained

(FL, NY, NC, SC, CT, NJ, CO, PA, TN)

Founder & Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

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.”

Kathy Altidor, MS, LMHC

(FL)

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Doctorate Candidate

Kathy provides therapeutic services in English and Haitian-Creole. She specializes in Art Therapy, Play Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy (SFBT) and is certified in Prepare-Enrich. Gottman Method and DBT trained. Doctorate candidate.

Alexandra "Lexi" Franc, MS, LMFT

(FL, NY, NJ)

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Alexandra (Lexi) Franc received her bachelor's from Florida State University for occupational wellness and then continued to earn her master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northcentral University. Lexi is passionate about working with couples using Emotionally Focused Therapy. She is trained in EMDR and helps individuals suffering from life transitions, mental health disorders, substance abuse, and relational issues. She enjoys including couples, families and adolescents in sessions to help them move toward happiness.

Yvone G. Ao, LCSW

(FL, CT)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Yvone seeks to understand each client as an individual within their social systems. She specializes in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, severe and persistent mental illness, dual-diagnosis clients, and helping revise internal dialogue for growth and recovery.

Sima Alavi, Doctor of NP- Board Certified

(FL, NJ, CO)

Board Certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Sima Alavi is a Board Certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She began her career in 1995, after graduating from the University of Miami and continued on to earn her masters and Doctorate degree in the field of mental health with specialization in both children and adults. Her focus is in rehabilitation, detoxification, and recovery for both inpatient and outpatient treatment centers. Through evaluation and stabilization, she targets treatment for individuals experiencing a crisis situation and those who seek the need for immediate intervention. She works independently with fellow psychiatric health practitioners to provide the best care for her patients.

Jodi Katz, LMSW NY & NJ, MSW RCSW FL

(FL, NY, NJ)

Licensed Master Social Worker

Jodi has been a MSW for two decades and have diversified her practice with multiple modalities. She has been practicing in the Treasure Area in Florida. She works well with families, children, adolescents, couples, and elderly. Her specialty are supporting areas such as social and emotional balance and development sense of self. Jodi specialty 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.

Kristen Douglas, MS, RMHCI

(FL)

Registered Mental Health Counselor

Kristen has worked with individuals across a wide range of diagnoses and diverse populations. She is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and specializes in trauma-focused care. Kristen brings a high level of empathy to her work and tailors her approach to meet each client's unique needs. Her clinical focus includes working with individuals, couples, and families, and she is deeply committed to fostering healthy relationship dynamics. Kristen is passionate about creating a safe, nonjudgmental therapeutic environment and integrates a multidisciplinary approach to support holistic healing and growth.

Sharon Morera, M.S., RMHCI

(FL)

Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern

Sharon specializes in PTSD, substance use disorders, bipolar disorders, depressive disorders, and various personality disorders. She emphasizes empathy and a person-centered approach while practicing from a multicultural perspective.

Ariel Crosby, M.S., RMHCI

(FL)

Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern

Ariel is a bilingual counselor (English/Spanish) providing evidence-based care to adolescents and their families. She works with clients experiencing anxiety disorders, mood disorders, emotional dysregulation, behavioral concerns, family conflict, and adjustment-related challenges.

Yasmyne "Mina" Salhia, MS, RMHCI

(FL)

Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, Doctorate Candidate

Yasmyne specializes in Trauma, Crisis & Dependency. Her holistic approach incorporates AEDP, IFS, AAT, trauma-informed therapy, narrative therapy, and mindfulness practices. Certified Trauma Professional.