Often times clients will have the option to choose between three levels of mental health professionals, depending on the client's presenting issue and the individual therapist's specialty. Additionally, Heathrow Counseling Center can provide all clients a direct referral to a psychiatrist who will provide medication management, if needed, and who will consult with your individual therapist during the course of your treatment.
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Carleen Braunns, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Licensed Mental Health Counselor: LMHC 4307 |
| As a licensed mental health therapist Mrs. Braunns has dedicated more than 20 years to helping in the mental health profession. She has extensive experience in both psychiatric inpatient settings as well as out-patient clinics. Her areas of specialty includes treating individuals, families and children who are experiencing a variety of problems. She has extensive training and experience in treating depression, dually diagnosed individuals, crisis interventions, behavior problems and play therapy. She advocates for early assessment and interventions for young children so they can reach their social'emotional milestones successfully. Children do not have the verbal skills to talk their way through the difficulties of life. They express their feelings through their behavior and play therapy is the recommended treatment modality for children. She is a a member of the Association for Play Therapy and the American Counseling Association. |
| Standardized Early Childhood Assessments Available |
| Phone: 407-956-5771 |
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Email: CBraunns@heathrowcounselingcenter.org |
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Jacqui Williams, Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
IMT #995 |
| Jacqui Williams has experience working with adults, adolescents, couples and families who are struggling with relational conflicts, self-esteem issues, depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, poor body image, and eating disorders. She also works extensively with psychological strengthening and conditioning for athletes at all levels, including professional and collegiate. Her experience in NCAA Division I Athletics has given her insight into the mental challenges that many athletes face before, during, and after competition. Ms. Williams utilizes a variety of therapeutic interventions, such as cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused therapy. She is open and supportive in her approach to her clients, with the goal of empowering them to function at their optimal potential. She encourages them to achieve higher levels of self-awareness, self-acceptance, and the courage to face struggles with a positive attitude. Ms. Williams received her Bachelors degree from the University of Florida and her Masters degree from Stetson University in Marriage and Family Counseling. She graduated from both programs with honors and specializes in eating disorders and sports related therapy. She is a current member of the American Counseling Association, Chi Sigma Iota Honor Society, and the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy and as a Ph.D. fellow. |
| Phone: 407-956-5773 |
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Email: JWilliams@heathrowcounselingcenter.org |
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Theresa Steele, Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
IMT #862 |
| Counseling can help clients establish more effective ways for working through and overcoming challenges. One of Theresa Steele’s passions is to assist clients in finding their strengths during such times so they can live fulfilling lives. As a therapist, she acknowledges and respects that happiness and peace of mind mean different things to different people. She aims to help her clients realize and obtain peace of mind and happiness as they define it. She has helped adolescents, couples, and families use their strengths to overcome life’s challenges like low self-esteem, domestic violence, ineffective parenting, anxiety, and depression. She specializes in assisting couples and families tackle barriers that sabotage relationships (e.g., poor communication and problem-solving skills). Her experience and education have increased her passion for assisting clients achieve harmony and peace in their lives. As a member of the American Association of Marriage & Family Therapy (AAMFT) and American Counseling Association (ACA) and as a Ph.D. fellow, she continually works to enhance her knowledge and skills as a therapist. |
| Phone: 407-956-5769 |
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Email: TSteele@heathrowcounselingcenter.org |
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Machelle Votra, Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
IMT #968 |
| When there is a problem, many professionals spend a great deal of time thinking, talking, and analyzing the problems, rather than thinking about what might help to get solutions and reasonable relief, as quickly as possible. It’s Machelle Votra’s belief that a therapist, when appropriate, assumes an active role throughout the therapeutic process and provides direct feedback and answers to questions as they are presented. She works with motivated clients to provide effective therapy for those who wish to create change in their lives, to those who are in a specific crisis, suffering the loss of a loved one, diagnosed with an illness or having relationship issues with a spouse, significant others, children, adult siblings or parents. Her goal is to help clients find their personal strengths to cope with life stressors. Learning ways to gain happiness and take control in your life is a process unique to your specific situation, solutions that may have worked for someone else, may not suit you, the person who has to make the changes. She is constantly deepening her clinical skills through institute training, group and individual supervision, and currently as a Ph.D. fellow. |
| Phone: 407-956-5767 |
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Email: MVotra@heathrowcounselingcenter.org |
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Dr. Vantrease ,Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
LMFT 1395 |
| Dr. Richard J. Vantrease has been in the helping profession for over 30 years. He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and has practiced in Central Florida for more than 15 years. Richard is an Adjunct Professor at Stetson University and has taught Master-level courses in the Department of Counselor Education for over 10 years. He is a member of the American Association of Pastoral Counselors. Richard is also an Approved Supervisor of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. |
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Email: RVantrease@heathrowcounselingcenter.org |
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POLICY AND INSURANCE |
Because of medical and mental record privacy Heathrow Counseling Center has chosen not to affiliate with any insurance or third party providers. When you apply for a Life Insurance Policy, there is a place for you to sign allowing the Insurance Company to check your Medical and mental Information from various sources.
Medical and mental conditions are reported to the Medical Information Bureau, Inc. (MIB) using one or more of about 210 codes. Conditions, and other non-medical information, including psychiatric conditions might affect your insurability, admission to the military, can be as adverse as your driving records and participation in hazardous sports.
MIB is a membership organization of life insurance companies. When you apply for life, health, or disability insurance, the company makes a report to MIB, and it receives any information that MIB may have on you. Upon request, Heathrow Counseling Center will provide letters for clients who wish to have verification of services to a third party for reimbursement purposes, (e.g., health insurance, employer, etc.). |
Contact MIB to obtain your information:
Medical Information Bureau, Inc.
P.O. Box 105
Boston, MA 02112
(617) 426-3660 |
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Heathrow Counseling Center  (407) 956-5766 1525 International Parkway Suite 3011 Heathrow, Florida 32746 |
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