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Susanna Russell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 8 years of experience treating mental health and substance abuse disorders. She specializes in depression, anxiety, LGBTQIA+ issues, addiction, and relationship issues.
Susanna completed her Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) at Florida Atlantic University. She will guide you in identifying harmful thinking patterns and together, re-write a narrative that will empower and create self-efficacy through the use of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing (MI). She is committed to creating a therapeutic relationship built on trust and compassion. Susanna will encourage you to dig deep and hold you accountable to the goals that you have identified together.
Susanna believes you have everything to gain from this journey and nothing to lose. You are safe and supported here. Schedule an appointment with Susanna to get started.
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I believe therapy should be a place where you feel heard, understood, and supported as you work through life's challenges and move...
I believe therapy should be a place where you feel heard, understood, and supported as you work through life's challenges and move toward what matters most to you.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master's degree in Social Work from Florida Atlantic University and a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from the University of Florida. I work with adults navigating life transitions and challenges including anxiety, depression, stress, relationship concerns, addictive behaviors, and intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. Whether you're adjusting to a major change, feeling stuck, or wanting something different for your life, I believe therapy can provide a space to better understand yourself, build on your strengths, and move toward what matters most to you.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. I believe meaningful change begins with a strong therapeutic relationship where you feel comfortable exploring what's important to you. Together, we'll work to understand the patterns keeping you stuck, develop practical coping skills, and move toward your goals.
Starting therapy is a personal decision, and you don't have to know exactly where you want to end up before taking the first step. My goal is to meet you where you are and support you as you work toward the life you want to live. If you feel we may be a good fit, I invite you to schedule an appointment.
With 25 years of experience working with children, couples, and individuals who have experienced trauma, I understand how this imp...
With 25 years of experience working with children, couples, and individuals who have experienced trauma, I understand how this impacts them and their family members.
I am a licensed mental health counselor (MH 5517) with over 30 years of experience. At age 40, I recognized my true calling in life. With three children at home, and working full-time with retail, I returned back to school to obtain my Master of Science degree in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University in 1996. Three years later, I received my licensure. I have worked with several programs affiliated with the Florida Department of Children & Families and with the children who experienced abuse and/or neglect. With this experience I was able to understand the impact of trauma on my clients.
I have taught classes in MAPP (Model Approach to Partnership in Parenting), ACT (Adoption Competency Training) & in PIP (Partnership In Parenting). I've taught classes associated with the Human Rights Campaign regarding LGBTQ issues. Working with couples & families, I help to reinforce attachments, helping family members with anxiety, depression or anger.
While supporting my clients, I work to create & maintain a compassionate, loving and supportive home environment. Using a blend of both cognitive-behavioral therapy & mindfulness, I am able to create a safe space where my clients are able to recognize their behaviors. I hope I can help you navigate your own life’s challenges to gain clarity and purpose.
I combine a calm, direct, and practical style with trauma-informed strategies to help you navigate overwhelming moments, manage di...
I combine a calm, direct, and practical style with trauma-informed strategies to help you navigate overwhelming moments, manage difficult emotions, and regain your footing when you feel stuck.
I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with over five years of experience in crisis, community, substance use, and correctional mental health settings. Using trauma-informed and DBT-informed approaches, I provide a calm, direct, and practical therapeutic environment. I am dedicated to helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma-related stress, anger, relationship concerns, life transitions, substance use, and feeling stuck. My goal is to offer a steady, non-judgmental space where clients can build concrete coping skills and regain their footing.
By integrating CBT, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques, I help clients identify negative patterns, process difficult emotions, and take actionable steps forward. I collaborate closely with each individual to help them leave sessions equipped with practical tools for daily life.
Taking the first step takes courage, especially when you are used to carrying things on your own. I am committed to walking alongside clients through difficult seasons, providing an encouraging and supportive environment for growth. If you are ready to find relief and start moving forward, schedule an appointment today.
"It’s not the load that breaks you down; it’s the way you carry it. Whether you are having a specific problem you want to work tow...
"It’s not the load that breaks you down; it’s the way you carry it. Whether you are having a specific problem you want to work toward solving or just know you would feel better after talking through struggles, changes and challenges, Iriny is here for you."
Iriny is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 12 years of clinical experience. She specializes in anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, trauma, low self esteem, relationship issues and addiction. Having earned her degree in Clinical Psychology from Nova Southeastern University, she has worked in a variety of settings including schools, substance abuse facilities, and psychiatric hospitals with individuals, couples and families of all backgrounds.
She tailors her approach to clients’ specific needs and seeks their feedback to ensure that they are getting what they want and need out of therapy. Some approaches she uses include cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy and motivational interviewing.
Regardless of the modality, she always strives to provide an environment of compassion, empathy, openness and collaboration to encourage you to feel safe, supported and understood through life’s inevitable changes and challenges. She serves as an ally who will work with you to recognize and build your strengths through hardships and realize your potential to live the life you want.
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Amanda: My go-to approaches for treating depression are cognitive behavioral therapy, self-compassion therapy, and a strengths-based approach. I prefer these techniques because I like to explain the connections between thoughts, emotions, and actions while also giving compassion to the client to inspire them to do the same for themselves. I think it is helpful for clients to determine their strengths that will help promote positive change.
Iriny: Several different types of therapy are effective in treating depression, and depending on the client, I find the most benefit in using cognitive behavioral and interpersonal therapy because clients often see lasting improvements relatively quickly.
Amanda: I teach the following tools in counseling for depression:
Iriny: During counseling for depression, clients learn to identify and replace maladaptive thoughts, as well as look at the physical and social aspects of health. Clients learn that they have agency in their own lives.
Amanda: I know a client is making meaningful progress in therapy for depression when they share they are starting to notice having more energy, having more hope, and looking forward to the next day.
Iriny: It is clear that clients are making meaningful progress in counseling for depression when their symptoms are improving and, in turn, their day-to-day lives feel more manageable.
Amanda: Clients can supplement their time in therapy for depression by using strategies that are taught during sessions or through information provided, checking in by using “mini self-therapy” sessions, self-monitoring their symptoms to discuss during sessions, engaging in fun activities, and practicing self-care.
Iriny: Clients can supplement counseling for depression by engaging in exercises discussed during therapy and practicing them in their daily lives.
Amanda: To prepare for your first session to address depression, you can think of what you would like to gain from therapy, your goals, what you would like to share with me about yourself, your history of the symptoms, and the impact the symptoms have had on your life.
Iriny: Keeping a journal or daily log is helpful in preparing for counseling for depression. The more information a client can share with their therapist about their mood, thoughts, and their environment, the smoother treatment and recovery tend to be.
Depression counseling can help those with major depression, minor depression, postpartum depression, persistent depressive disorder, and more. The providers at Thriveworks in Boca Raton, FL will develop a unique treatment plan based on your specific experience, needs, and goals.
It is absolutely worth going to therapy for depression — depression counseling helps people better manage their symptoms and get back to living happier lives again.
Depression counseling works by helping people pinpoint life problems, distorted thought patterns, and other causes of their depression, then process and work through them in order to mitigate the negative effects those factors have on their lives.
Common signs of depression include:
Thriveworks depression counseling in Boca Raton, FL is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Depression counseling can last for a few weeks, months, or longer, dependent on the severity of one’s depression as well as their needs and preferences.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
Depression is a common mental illness, affecting over 300 million people worldwide. It involves profound despair, loss of interest in daily activities, insomnia, feelings of worthlessness, fatigue, and suicidal thoughts, disrupting daily life.
If you are experiencing depression and are in the Palm Beach or Delray Beach area, consider therapy at Thriveworks Boca Raton. Our therapists and psychologists specialize in helping individuals manage their depression and improve their well-being. Give us a call at (561) 566-6801 to schedule your appointment.
To be diagnosed with depression, you may experience five or more of the following symptoms over a two-week period:
If you recognize these symptoms, a depression therapist at Thriveworks Boca Raton in Palm Beach can help. Reach out today to start your journey to recovery.
Depression can result from multiple factors, including:
Self-care and therapy at Thriveworks Boca Raton in Palm Beach can help you manage these factors and improve your mental health.
Are you ready to get help? Call Thriveworks Boca Raton in Palm Beach at (561) 566-6801. We offer flexible daytime, evening, and weekend appointments to fit your schedule. Take the first step towards a happier, healthier you today.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Boca Raton is located in the Atrium at Broken Sound near North Federal Highway and Bailey Street,. It is close to the Atlantic Dunes Park and near the Florida Atlantic University.
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