

Hello! My name is Mirella, but most people know me as “Ella”. I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social worker with more than 14 years of experience in the field of clinical social work. I have mostly worked with clients in crisis. I consider crisis to be determined by the person experiencing it. I am here to walk you through whatever curveballs life is throwing at you. Whether you need support through a rough patch with work, family, friends or medical needs. Whether you need encouragement through a separation, divorce or unexpected life event. Whether you need accountability and solution focused therapy to get you thinking forward and moving up! My mission is to meet you, collaborate with you, tailor our sessions to meet your needs and serve you to the best of my abilities.
With over 20 years of experience, I combine creative arts, spirituality, and clinical counseling to offer a truly transformative healing experience. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker rooted in holistic health, I'm dedicated to helping clients overcome life’s toughest challenges.
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I have been a counselor for 40 years, working with individuals, couples, families and groups with psychological as well as addiction issues. I have extensive experience in inpatient as well as outpatient settings. I am eclectic in my evaluation and treatment methods, which gives me flexibility to treat individual needs. Primarily, I use cognitive-behavioral techniques. Many of my clients suffer with depression, anger, and anxiety (panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder); all of which impact potential addictions. I also treat couples and families to better understand their dynamics and to improve their communication skills.
My background consists of psychological testing and understanding personalities. This has helped in my work with children, adolescents, & families. I enjoy working with gay and straight couples, to help them with empathy and communication. I do extensive cognitive work as well as teaching techniques with people suffering from anxiety, anger, and addictions.
I encourage self-awareness to stimulate one's potential. Understanding oneself is essential to reducing anxiety, depression & anger (and in improving relationships). I teach relaxation, meditation, & self-hypnosis techniques to improve personal balance. I guide couples and families to improve relationships through empathy, acceptance, and communication.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in the mental health field, providing individual therapy and case management support. My style as a therapist is relaxed, easygoing, and approachable, creating a space where clients feel comfortable opening up. I have a strong preference for working with adolescents and teenagers, though I also enjoy supporting adults in their therapeutic journey. Fully bilingual in English and Spanish, I bring cultural sensitivity and inclusivity to my practice. My professional background includes roles as Clinical Therapist, Lead Intake Specialist, and Clinical Supervisor, along with internship experiences at Children’s Home Society and ARC of South Florida, where I gained valuable skills in case management, child safety planning, and community resource support.
I'm a vibrant Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who shares her light with patients to impact-fully guide them on their journey. I am Board certified in the state of Florida and interested in seeking licensure in other states,
With over 20 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I bring a warm, welcoming, and down-to-earth approach to therapy. I’m outgoing and easy to talk to, yet also introspective, which helps us explore deeper emotions and patterns in a way that feels natural and supportive. I specialize in substance use disorders as well as mental health conditions such as depression and bipolar disorder, and I blend empathy with practical, evidence-based tools to help clients feel understood and empowered. My goal is to create a safe space where you can grow, heal, and move toward meaningful, lasting change at your own pace.
I believe that counseling can excel healing and instill hope in your life. I see individuals that are longing for a better quality of life but unsure of how to get there. My goal is to hold the hope while you do the brave work of coping and healing.











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