Mental Health Care in in Port St Lucie, Florida

Having earned her Master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Southeastern University, Fernanda has experience working in both private practice and school settings with children, adolescents, and adults. She is passionate about helping clients create meaningful, positive change by building on their strengths and developing skills that support growth and healing.

Fernanda enjoy’s working with individuals and families across different stages of life and believe in meeting clients where they are with compassion, understanding, and collaboration. Her goal as a clinician is to create a supportive space where you feel empowered, heard, and encouraged throughout your journey.

Fernanda is bilingual and, if desired, can incorporate a faith-based approach into counseling. She looks forward to connecting with you and walking alongside you as you navigate your path toward healing and growth.

April is a compassionate, trauma-informed therapist with over 22 years of experience in the counseling field. She works primarily with women who are struggling with anxiety, trauma, and the emotional impact of overwhelming life experiences. April offers thoughtful, individualized therapeutic support to those navigating anxiety, PTSD, depression, stress, and grief.
April is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy and integrates a range of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and somatic therapy. Her work is grounded in a holistic, trauma-responsive framework that honors each client’s unique story and strengths.
April thoughtfully integrates faith-based therapy, honoring clients’ spiritual values as part of the healing process. Her holistic approach also includes breath work, and somatic awareness to help clients regulate their nervous systems, and process trauma. April meets each client with empathy, curiosity, and deep respect, creating a safe and
collaborative space for growth and self-discovery. Her goal is to support clients in building resilience, deepening self-understanding, and moving toward lasting healing and empowerment. April earned her Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from Palm Beach Atlantic University (2004), where her training emphasized both clinical excellence and compassionate, values-centered care.

Anna is a compassionate and dedicated clinician who brings a calm and grounded presence to her work. She creates a supportive and inclusive environment where clients feel safe to express themselves, explore challenges, and build on their personal strengths. Her approach is guided by empathy, professionalism, and a deep respect for the individuality of every client she serves.
With experience in behavioral health, crisis intervention, and treatment planning, Anna combines clinical expertise with genuine care. She utilizes evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Informed Care, and Motivational Interviewing to help clients manage symptoms, develop coping skills, and achieve emotional balance. Anna is also skilled in conducting comprehensive assessments, facilitating individual and group therapy sessions, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to promote holistic and effective treatment outcomes.
Recognized for her steady demeanor and genuine compassion, Anna cultivates a therapeutic environment that honors diversity and encourages personal transformation. She believes in the power of connection, the strength of the human spirit, and the importance of restoring dignity and self-worth through individualized care.

Abigail is currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Florida Atlantic University and provides counseling services at iMind under the supervision of a licensed clinician.

“I understand that at times emotions can feel overwhelming, and choices may not always align with the person we want to be. My hope is to create a space of safety and non-judgment where people feel heard and supported as they process these experiences. I believe in combining evidence-based practices with individualized care so that clients can heal, learn to love themselves, and continue fostering meaningful growth.”

Sonia Elliott is a Mental Health Counselor Intern with over twenty years in education and fourteen years in mental health. She holds a Master’s Degree in Mental Health and School Counseling, and has experience working with diverse clients. Sonia specializes in trauma-focused therapy, using evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavior therapy, internal family systems therapy, psychodynamic therapy, attachment theory, and personality focused interventions. Her goal is to help clients and couples build coping skills,  and internal resources to live the life they desire.

As a master’s level therapist, Erica’s greatest passion is helping others find healing and purpose through faith-integrated counseling and evidence-based practices. She believes in the transformative power of growth and is committed to guiding individuals on their journey toward emotional and spiritual wholeness. Erica earned her Bachelor’s degree in Human Services and holds a Master’s in clinical Mental Health Counseling from Palm Beach Atlantic University. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and specializes in religious and spiritual therapy, offering a safe space for clients to explore the intersection of faith, trauma, and healing.

Nicole Scrivani is a dedicated and compassionate therapist offering clinical services in both the Stuart and Port St. Lucie locations. A native of the Treasure Coast area, Nicole is deeply invested in the well-being of her local community. With a strong foundation in social work and a passion for empowering others, Nicole works closely with clients to foster growth, healing, and resilience.
With extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and families, Nicole strives to provide a safe and supportive space for all clients to explore their emotions, develop coping skills, and build self-confidence. Nicole believes that the therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone of effective therapy—grounded in mutual trust, respect, and genuine connection.
Nicole earned her Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from the University of Central Florida in 2016 and her Master of Social Work (MSW) from Barry University in 2022. As a Registered Clinical Social Work Intern, she brings both academic training and practical experience to her work, meeting each client where they are with empathy and professionalism.

Derek Weintraub is a seasoned mental health, EMDR and substance abuse professional with over 11 years of experience specializing in dual-diagnosis care, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, ADHD, bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, and schizophrenia. He works with individuals and specializes in couples using approaches including EMDR, tapping techniques, somatic exercises, vagus nerve exercises and faith-based therapy when requested. Derek is passionate about helping clients overcome overthinking, self-doubt, rejection, fear of failure, and past trauma while building healthier, more fulfilling lives. Known as the “Self-Care Guru,” he is dedicated to reducing mental health stigma and creating a safe, compassionate space for healing and growth.

Natalie graduated from Sam Houston State University with a Masters of the Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Natalie did her graduate internship in a long- term residential facility for severe mental illness. Since graduation, Natalie has been working in private practice treating a variety of mental health conditions. Her primary focus is on trauma and related disorders. Natalie has experience treating patients 13 years old and older. Natalie uses various treatment modalities to assist patients in managing and reducing symptoms to include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy. 

Tara is a therapist who follows a humanistic approach to therapy. She has experience working in the fields of mental health, and substance use. She utilizes a non-judgmental, positive approach that helps her clients obtain success in the areas they are looking to improve. Her passion is for helping people of various backgrounds, ethnicities, and walks of lives improve upon their current situations. She enjoys helping others through transitional phases of their lives. Her overall goal is to help clients find the solutions to their problems both big and small.

Lauren Schreck is a master’s-level therapist devoted to creating a safe healing space for all populations. Originally from New Jersey, she moved to Port Saint Lucie, FL, where she obtained her bachelor’s degree in healthcare management from Indian River State College and a Master of Social Work degree in Advanced Clinical Practice from Saint Leo University. With over a decade of experience in the mental health field, she prides herself on providing unconditional acceptance and empathy in helping individuals heal from trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use, behavioral issues, mood disorders, and personality disorders. Lauren specializes in treating people who struggle with substance use issues, post-traumatic stress disorder, and members of the LGBTQ+ community who have faced their unique challenges. Her compassionate and holistic approach uses an array of interventions, including Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for trauma, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), narrative therapy, and Radical Acceptance Therapy (RAT). Lauren looks forward to helping others fall in love with their authentic self and discover what true happiness entails.

My greatest passion is helping individuals rediscover who they are and prove to themselves that their past does not define who they are and will be. I have obtained my Human Service Degree from Indian River State College and have worked as an advocate for survivors of domestic violence, empowering victims to become survivors, for two years. In addition to iMind Mental Health Solutions, I also work for the Florida Department of Corrections, preparing individuals for re-entry by providing programming for productive learning, positively transforming behaviors, and teaching prosocial skills that assist with reintegration into communities. I am also working toward obtaining my Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Nova Southeastern University.

Jennifer Castillo obtained her Master’s in Social Work from the University of Central Florida. She is skilled at meeting clients where they are in life, providing them with the care and support to discover new tools for success. Jennifer’s approach creates a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for clients to explore and overcome obstacles. Her goal is to equip clients with the skills, tools, and knowledge they need to achieve their personal goals and create the lives they’ve always envisioned.
Jennifer specializes in helping clients identify their goals and uncover barriers and self-limiting beliefs that hinder the healing process. She emphasizes the importance of mindfulness, meditation, journaling, movement, breathing techniques, and other self-care practices to reduce stress and improve mental health. She is experienced in working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and is committed to supporting each client’s unique journey.
In addition to her counseling expertise, Jennifer is a certified neurofeedback provider, offering services through the Interactive Metronome, an evidence-based modality designed to improve cognitive functioning in children.

As a clinician, it is important to Jackie that she meet each of her clients where they are so that they are comfortable doing what is needed to meet their goals. She understands that seeking therapy can be difficult and awkward and she helps ease clients through the process at a pace that is productive and meaningful, where they also feel understood, listened to, and validated. In therapy, Jackie brings her empathy, genuineness, compassion, down-to-earth style and knowledge to help lead clients through their therapeutic journey. She has experience with all ages as well as a variety of issues and concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief and loss, anger, ADHD, and more. She uses an array of techniques such as CBT, Person-Centered, Solution-Focused, and Reality Therapy to assist clients in finding the answers they are seeking and leading a more happy, healthy, and fulfilling life.