Find a therapist, counselor or psychologist in West Palm Beach, FL

"As an LCSW and RN, I understand how illness can affect someone's anxiety and depression."

Debra Rose Fischer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Nurse in Florida. She specializes in supporting those dealing with anxiety, depression, health problems, grief issues, eating disorders, and body image concerns. Debra helps clients with everything from cancer diagnoses to caregiver issues to pet loss.

Debra completed her Master's in Social Work at Florida International University.

Her most often used treatment modalities are cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy.

Debra strongly advocates for reinventing yourself. She will help you find your strengths to move forward and accomplish your goals. If you want to see a change in your life, schedule an appointment with her. She has flexible session hours.

"Each person has their own unique story and challenges, and I am here to help you find the path toward living your healthiest, most fulfilled life."

Heather Payne is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over 12 years of experience. She provides counseling to adults, including individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, medical conditions, perinatal and postpartum depression, women's issues, and adoption-related issues. Heather believes there is no such thing as "one size fits all" and works with each person to find the tools and coping skills specific to their needs. Heather received a Bachelor's degree in Nursing from Nova Southeastern University and her Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University. Her prior experience as a pediatric and neonatal intensive care Registered Nurse (RN) has given her the ability to quickly establish empathy and rapport with her clients. Her counseling approach includes person-centered therapy (PCT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) solutions-focused therapy (SFT), sand tray therapy (STT), and play therapy (PT) along with other modalities. Heather believes we can find the solutions to many of our challenges within ourselves if we feel supported and empowered to do so. She believes her role is to meet her clients where they are and work with them in a safe and accepting environment to help them become their best selves. If you are ready to take the first step, schedule an appointment with Heather today.

"As a person who has faced many struggles, I want you to know that this is a safe space where we can gently explore whatever feels important to you, at your own pace and in your own time."

Melisa Budhna is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 3 years of experience. She specializes in working with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, substance abuse, relationship issues, and PTSD. Melisa creates a supportive, nonjudgmental space where individuals feel safe to share their stories. Her person-centered approach empowers clients to heal at their own pace through compassion, trust, and connection.

Melisa earned her Master’s in Social Work from Florida Atlantic University and is trained in trauma-informed care, forensic social work, and crisis intervention. She tailors each session to meet clients where they are, fostering a healing space grounded in empathy, safety, and meaningful progress.

Melisa knows that taking the first step can be difficult. She is committed to making it easier by offering a space built on trust and compassion. If you're seeking someone who listens without judgment and supports you with care, Melisa is ready to walk alongside you in your healing journey.

"We often suffer more in imagination than in reality. Let us go on a journey of self-discovery together to improve the quality of your life and increase your sense of happiness, meaning, and purpose."

Ryan Celestina is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 10 years of experience working with a wide array of clients and their unique issues. He specializes in supporting individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, gender identity, and grief and loss.

Ryan completed his Master's in Counselor Education with a specialization in Mental Health Counseling at Florida Atlantic University. Ryan's therapeutic approach is driven by cognitive behavioral therapy while incorporating motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, existential therapy, mindfulness, and narrative therapy in a client-centered manner.

Ryan strives to assist his clients in gaining a better understanding of the core beliefs that significantly impact their ability to manage their emotional distress. His goal is to help them feel more empowered and self-confident in their ability to apply newly learned coping skills to improve the quality of their lives. Reach out to Ryan today!

"As a person-centered clinician, I am passionate about providing therapy to individuals who need help navigating through their internal struggles. "

Candace Bennett is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 4 years of experience in the mental health field. She utilizes a person-center approach to treat adults, families, and couples that need help cultivating the life and relationships they desire. Candace specializes in trauma, depression, family/relationship issues, marital conflicts, codependency, life stressors/transitions, anxiety, grief, and women's issues.

Candace earned a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology at South University. She has 22 years of experience working in the medical field, which provided the knowledge of helping clients address their internal struggles. This, coupled with vast experience in helping individuals with major psychiatric illnesses, enables her to provide the necessary tools to help clients explore and navigate through their thoughts and feelings while providing tools for emotional freedom. Candace utilizes evidenced-based treatment approaches including person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), solution-focused therapy, family therapy, strength-based therapy, and mindfulness. She values the fact that each client's needs are unique, so she utilizes an eclectic approach when it best serves the client therapeutically.

Life has times of forwarding uncertainties and challenges that impact us emotionally, so it is vital to connect with a therapist you can trust. Candace is that therapist, as she prides herself on building a connection and rapport and collaborating with her clients. She believes that the client is the expert on their own lives, and when given the opportunity during the therapeutic process, they will find solutions and resolve their issues. Candace's ideal client is one that is motivated toward changed behaviors and emotional growth. She uses a creative approach to therapy and believes that, when utilized appropriately, therapy can be an enjoyable process. It takes courage to seek therapy, so if you are ready to start, let's work together on your mental well-being. Candace is honored to be part of your therapeutic journey—reach out and schedule a appointment with her today.