Lifescape Counseling Services, LLC
About
I am Danesha Simmons, a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern 19215. I work with adolescents and young adults finding their way through life changes by helping them to discover and communicate their needs to others more assertively and respond to life stressors in healthier ways. When we feel stressed, we often vision and dream of what a better life could be for ourselves. As circumstances change, so do our paths of life. Nevertheless, many of our dreams remain the same. In my work I will challenge you to put your dreams into action while supporting your pace with patience and consistence. Through talk therapy, practices of mindfulness, and art therapy techniques, I will help you grow from a life of carrying those heavy feelings inside to beginning creative release.
Beginning clients often express to me how exhausted and drained they feel without proper life balance. By using the, grow to feel confident enough to take effective charge when faced with life's battles and begin to set boundaries with others to be the boss of your own lives! Even still, the art of counseling is challenging the status quo. Therefore, instead of feeling connected with yourself, your relationship, friendships and family, you may feel isolated, misunderstood and overwhelmed. We will explore the areas in your life that have silenced your voice, stopped your personal and/or career growth or caused you to lose motivation to do the things you love, or even having motivation to take care of yourself. We will work together to help you find effective solutions to get you off your routine “go-mode” of life and incorporate time for yourself to promote balance and stress release.
Change starts with conversation. Although our normal routines can become comfortable, ask yourself, Is it really helping? Growth doesn’t happen overnight and it does not have to be a lonely process. Forget the stigma, release the fear or doubt and reach out to begin your journey of healing. What’s holding you back?
I enjoy the adventure of assisting client's grow in their every day and life long journeys. There is beauty in our human flaws that creates resilent stories of overcoming!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
All new clients are seen in 1-2 days of inquiry. We will have a free 5 minute consultation call to address concerns and procedures for the therapeutic process. Thanks for allowing me to be on this journey with you!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Danesha has a Masters of Science Degree in Mental Health Counseling and completed her undergraduate studies at The University of Memphis with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. She is a Certified Family Trauma Professional (CFTP) and utilizes art therapy techniques to assist client with creative healing and release. Danesha has passed the National Counselor Exam demonstrating she meets the criteria for National Counselor Certification. Danesha is currently completing requirements for Florida state licensure as a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern 19215.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your services? If so, please share the details here.
Individual Pricing: 65.00
Couples: 75:00
Family: 75:00
Groups: 10:00
How did you get started in this business?
Danesha served as a mental health and substance use counselor intern with Health Quest as well as a domestic violence victim and victimizer counseling intern with The Exchange Club Family Center.
Amongst completed academic studies, Danesha served as the Lead Adolescent therapist at an Acute Hospitalization Program in Tennessee, and by recently moving to the state of Florida, she served as the Lead Adolescent therapist of a Behavioral Health Residential Treatment Facility. As a therapist at both facilities under Universal Health, Danesha provided counseling and supervising individuals with severe crisis, suicide ideations and attempts, mental diagnosis co-morbid with alcohol and substance use. Her leadership skills and impact of solution based therapy has impacted her new journey with joining private practice. Danesha is affiliated with the American Counseling Association and the Gulf Coast Mental Health Counselors Association.
What types of customers have you worked with?
Danesha has experience providing clinical counseling to adolescents, young adults, adults, elderly adults, couples and families in individual and group settings. She specializes in various topics: mental and physical health correlation, goal setting, career interests and task development, self-awareness and empowerment, reconstructing negative beliefs and thought processes, complex trauma, effective communication and conflict resolution tools, relational issues, Codependency, grounding and mindfulness techniques, Anger Management, Impulsivity, Behavioral Issues, Parenting Skills, Mood Disorders.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a pro in your area of expertise?
Particularly to African American and minorty clients, your rights are to:
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Ask your therapist what resources or trainings they have completed to educate my specific cultural or racial needs.
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Ask your therapist what resources are in the area to meet your specific needs.
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Lifescape offers affordable services. Ask your therapist for further resources or visit our website.
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Lifescape values client confidentiality. We empower you to seek therapy and support, even if others around you are not supportive.
What questions should customers think through before talking to pros about their needs?
Are you ready for consistency? It is neccessary for change!