About therapist

Hi, I'm Tamara, your passionate, empathetic, and dedicated therapist in Punta Gorda, Florida.

Tamara is a dedicated therapist passionate about working with women who have experienced trauma, including complex PTSD (C-PTSD), narcissistic abuse, and domestic violence. As a survivor of domestic violence with a history of childhood trauma, Tamara brings both professional expertise and personal understanding to her work. She specializes in helping clients navigate parenting and relationship challenges, fostering healing and resilience.

As a mother, wife, and business owner, Tamara understands the complexities of balancing personal growth with life’s demands. She utilizes evidence-based approaches such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), attachment-based therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Known for her direct yet compassionate approach, she creates a safe and supportive space where clients feel genuinely seen and empowered on their healing journey.

About therapist

I’m Melissa- a compassionate guide for those ready to rewrite their story and reclaim their strength.

Melissa is a compassionate and insightful therapist based in Punta Gorda, Florida. For over 17 years, she has had the privilege of serving individuals, couples, and families in Southwest Florida, helping them navigate life’s complexities with care and intention.

Melissa's passion lies in understanding and supporting the full spectrum of human behavior, especially where traditional approaches may fall short. She specializes in working with survivors of sexual, physical, emotional, and psychological abuse, individuals with complex PTSD (C-PTSD), and those who’ve struggled to find healing in previous therapy experiences due to the layered nature of their challenges.

Melissa is not your “cookie-cutter” therapist. She brings warmth, authenticity, and a non-judgmental presence to the therapy room. She believes deeply in the transformative power of the therapist-client relationship and views therapy as a shared, powerful experience that can create lasting, meaningful change.

Melissa's practice incorporates a wide range of modalities, including:

* EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
* Somatic Experiencing® and Somatic Trauma Care
* Internal Family Systems (IFS)
* Trauma-Informed Therapy
* Gottman Method Couples Therapy
* Attachment-Based Therapy
* Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
* Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT)
* Structural Family Therapy

Whether you’re seeking healing, growth, or simply a space to be truly seen and heard — Melissa is here to walk with you on that journey.