Cindy Ricardo, LMHC, CIRT

Cindy Ricardo, LMHC, CIRT

Verified Credentials

Profession(s): Psychotherapy, Marriage & Family Therapy, Counseling
License Status:  I'm a licensed professional.
License Type:  LMHC
License Number:  MH7486

My Approach to Helping

Whether you are facing difficulties in an intimate relationship or are facing a stressful life situation I can assist you in gaining clarity, balance and reconnecting with the joy in life and relationships.

I am a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist and have experience helping couples learn to transform their relationship from destructive and hurtful to a place where healing and growth can happen. All relationships have the potential to be healthy, supportive and intimate however sometimes we need the support and guidance of a professional to learn a new way of connecting. This is where I can be of help. During an Imago session I help couples learn how to let go of defensive behaviors such as criticism, sarcasm and stonewalling and learn how to listen and connect through understanding, empathy and support. Using structured exercises I guide couples on how they can develop a more intimate,supportive and loving relationship. I am passionate and committed towards helping couples and individuals build on their strengths and learn to create healthy balanced and empowered life.

I also provide experiential workshops for couples and parents where I teach the art of communication, compassion, curiosity and connection. In the workshops couples learn to approach conflict in a different way and connect with each other through listening to understand and learning how to have empathy towards each other; this helps couples to develop and sustain loving, supportive and healthy relationship. I run Empowerment workshops for Women where participants learn how to be assertive, set boundaries and learn to set and achieve their goals.

I believe that providing a compassionate, non-judgmental approach is what helps empower men/women, couples and teens to create a balanced and joyful life!

More Info About My Practice

The following insurance plans are accepted:

Beechstreet/Medvantage
PHCS
FHA

We also provide a sliding fee scale based on yearly income.

If you have a PPO plan that is not listed above please call your Insurance provider to find out if they cover any portion of our services.
 

Services I Provide

  • Individual Therapy & Counseling
  • Marriage, Couples, or Relationship Counseling
  • Group Therapy
  • Distance or Phone Therapy
 

Ages I Work With

  • Teens
  • Adults
  • Elders
 

Languages I Speak

  • English
  • Spanish
 

Groups I Work With

  • Couples, Survivors of Domestic Violence, Women's Support Groups.
 

Therapy Approaches I Use

  • Body-Mind Psychotherapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy /REBT
  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
  • Emotion Focused Couples Therapy
  • Gottman Method
  • Guided Therapeutic Imagery
  • Hakomi
  • Imago Relationship Therapy
  • Journal Therapy
  • Mindfulness Based Approaches
  • Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy
  • Non-Violent Communication
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relationship Enhancement Therapy
  • Integration of different therapy models
 
 
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http://www.acaringcounselor.net
 
Locations & Maps
Office 1: 
9900 W. Sample Rd. Suite #209 Coral Springs
Coral Springs, FL 33065 United States
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Concerns & Issues I Help With

  • Abuse / Survivors of Abuse
  • Anxiety
  • Caregiver Issues/Stress
  • Child and/or Adolescent Issues
  • Codependency / Dependency
  • Communication Problems
  • Creative Blocks
  • Depression
  • Divorce / Divorce Adjustment
  • Domestic Violence
  • Emotional Abuse
  • Emotional Overwhelm
  • Family of Origin Issues
  • Forgiveness
  • Grief & Loss
  • Inadequacy
  • Infidelity / Affair Recovery
  • Life Purpose/Meaning/Inner-Guidance
  • Parenting
  • Post Traumatic Stress
  • Relationships & Marriage
  • Self-Care
  • Self-Confidence
  • Self-Criticism
  • Self-Doubt
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Love
  • Shame
  • Stress
  • Trauma
  • Trust Issues
  • Women's Issues
  • Worry
  • Worthlessness