Licensed Mental Health Counselor, #MH12928
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Alicia Cadiz, LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor , dedicated to helping individuals rebuild confidence, heal from relationship challenges, and overcome addiction. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Criminology from Ramapo College of New Jersey and earned her Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Manhattan College in 2021. Throughout her graduate training, Alicia worked closely with veterans, supporting their transition from deployment life to academic-civilian life. After completing her master’s degree, Alicia relocated to Florida during the COVID-19 pandemic and spent two years working as a therapist in the Florida prison system. There, she supported incarcerated individuals in navigating addiction recovery, managing life sentences, and developing crisis and behavioral management techniques. Alicia knew, in order to dedicate her life’s work to supporting first responders, she had to step completely into their world and experience the other side of the spectrum firsthand. Despite the challenges of long hours and high-intensity work, Alicia earned her licensure as a mental health counselor, an experience that deepened her belief in resilience, dedication, and the power of meaningful change. 

At the heart of her work is a simple belief: healing begins when you’re supported in exploring your story, identifying your strengths, and finding the courage to create lasting change. My approach combines psychodynamic and psychoanalytic therapy modalities, creating a holistic space where the mind, body, and soul can reconnect, Most importantly, in a safe space where you can fully trust your therapist. Alicia will help you gain your confidence back and assist you in rebuilding your self-esteem. It’s my job to help you navigate your story and pinpoint your strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps toward change. I am here to support and empower you on your journey to healing. I believe in a holistic approach to healing, where every part of you, mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual, plays an essential role in your growth. Together, we’ll explore and integrate these aspects to help you reach your fullest potential.