If you’re navigating a challenging season in your life, you’re not alone and help is available!
Meet our Fort Myers team
Alexis Rotkowitz, LCSW
Meet Alexis, a LCSW with a Master's in Social Work from Florida Atlantic University. Alexis is passionate about helping people and families heal from their past and become their best. She specializes in children, adolescents, and families who are experiencing trauma, adoption, foster care, domestic violence, abuse, depression, anxiety, and LGBTQIA+ concerns. As a trauma-informed therapist, she uses a collaborative approach and draws various evidence-based techniques, including EMDR, play therapy, art therapy, sand tray therapy, CBT, TF-CBT, and more. Alexis believes that a strong, trusting connection is essential for meaningful change.
Camelia Francisc, LMHC & Clinical Supervisor
Camelia is a Clinical Mental Health Counselor with a minor in Addiction Studies. For nine years, she has helped clients with addiction, relationships, and mental health in a safe, supportive environment. She works with individuals, couples, and groups, using a multicultural and integrative approach. Camelia is trained in EMDR therapy, and her approach to building a therapeutic relationship is based on collaboration.
Charlene Gardner, LCSW
Meet Charlene, a passionate and dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a wealth of experience in helping individuals overcome challenges in their personal and family lives. With a rich background in child welfare, substance abuse/addiction, and trauma, Charlene has worked in community mental health, treatment courts, and as part of multidisciplinary teams to provide compassionate and effective support.
Her goal is simple: to foster healing, growth, and lasting transformation.
Naomi Soto, RMHCI
Naomi is an RMHCI committed to supporting individuals across the lifespan on their journey of growth and healing. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology, a master’s degree in Positive Psychology from Life University in Atlanta, and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mercer University. Her specialties include play therapy, art therapy, CBT, and DBT. Naomi works with children, teens, and adults using a human-centered, creative approach. She believes in the collaborative and transformative power of therapy and aims to create a safe space where clients feel seen, heard, and valued.
Virtual clinicians
Anabel Perez, RMHCI (virtual)
Anabel received her Masters degree in Mental Health Counseling from Hodges University. She can be described as a dedicated and empathetic mental health clinician with an undeniable passion for helping others. Anabel enjoys working with individuals, particularly teens and adults, to navigate the complexities of life and is passionate about helping client’s regain control of their emotional well-being.
Ari Schwartz, Clinical Student Intern (virtual)
Ari is pursuing his Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work at the University of Kentucky. Ari works with a diverse range of clients experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, codependency, and relationship challenges. Ari is passionate about decreasing the stigma around therapy and expanding mental health services to everyone, particularly men, Latinx, and LGBTQIA+ people. Everyone deserves a chance to improve their well-being. Ari provides services in a safe, judgment-free environment, available virtually in English and Spanish.
Vanessa Lera, RMFTI (virtual)
Vanessa obtained her Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy at Capella University and is currently working toward licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist. She enjoys working with children, young adults, and families and has been providing counseling services since 2018. Vanessa uses an eclectic approach to therapy, incorporating mindfulness techniques to help clients identify and use their passions to learn and apply new skills for well-being. She has a talent for supporting others with great patience, warmth, creativity, and compassion.
Rebekkah Schwartz, LCSW, EMDR Trained (virtual)
Rebekkah works with adolescents and adults who are experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, eating disorders, OCD, and specific phobias. Her goal is to provide a safe space for healing to occur. By providing a space for individuals to explore their feelings, Rebekkah helps clients find balance and grounding in their lives. Rebekkah provides clients with tools to manage stress and anxiety, process unpleasant past experiences, and uncover their strengths. Rebekkah is trained in EMDR and other trauma-focused techniques; she also uses a mindfulness-based approach.
Vicki Glabb, LMHC (virtual)
Vicki Glabb is a trauma-informed therapist with a strong passion for helping people navigate life's toughest challenges—whether those challenges come from personal trauma, relationship issues, or the unique experiences of military life. Her approach is eclectic and tailored to the specific needs of each client, integrating EMDR, CBT, Strength-Based, Narrative, and Interpersonal/Systemic techniques. Vicki is also open to incorporating Christian or Catholic perspectives when desired, all with the goal of creating a safe and empowering space for clients to heal, grow, and rediscover their strength.
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