Your Trusted Professional Mental Health Counselors in Pompano Beach

Lauren Fekete, M.Ed.

The demands of being a young adult and transitioning towards independence seem to be much more intense than anticipated. You may be struggling to balance the performance demands of either your university coursework or your transition into a new professional space with the will to live your life in a way that defines you and feels authentic. Your goals often center on results and on managing the specific stressors of your new professional life. Whether you may be anxiously prioritizing your work or anxiously struggling to find your motivation, your wellness, sense of self, and well-being have been sidelined.

I am a National Board-Certified Mental Health Counselor specializing in providing evidence-based therapy to college students and young adults. In our work together, we focus on the personal hurdles you are dealing with, and get straightforward about your struggles in a world of uncertainty.

In trusting me with your care, I understand how difficult it must be to constantly maintain a sense of direction when the expectations of your courses, your family, your peers, and your career all seem to pull you in different ways. When you’re ready to plan for your path through this important time of your life, I invite you to begin that process with me.

Mariana Chacon, MS

Life can be challenging at any age, and sometimes we need a safe space to slow down, reflect, heal, and make sense of our experiences. As a compassionate and trauma-informed therapist, I take an eclectic approach to healing and change with a strong foundation in person-centered therapy to help guide you towards greater self-understanding and insight. From there, I integrate a variety of evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), narrative therapy, and somatic and psychodynamic techniques to support you on your journey. I also incorporate inner child work and parts work as part of fostering self-understanding and attuning to unmet needs.

I aim to help you feel more connected to yourself and your emotions, gain clarity on areas where you may feel stuck, learn tools to help deal with feeling overwhelmed, explore new avenues forward, build your confidence, and develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself. I believe in bringing authenticity, patience, and humor into our sessions, creating a safe and supportive space for you to explore and grow. Consider my therapy room a cozy zone to land in where we will work together towards meaningful change. Whether it’s your first or tenth time, taking this step forward is not easy, but when you feel ready, I’d be honored to join you on your journey for as long as you need.

Rebecca Johnson, MS

I offer a warm, empathetic, and holistic approach to therapy. My goal is to provide tailored support to help individuals navigate the difficulties and challenges of daily life. I adopt an integrative approach to therapy to match each individual’s unique needs. In addition, I utilize evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Affirmative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) techniques.

Among my counseling priorities is to affirm that you are not alone. This is because I am a firm believer that the foundation of a satisfying and meaningful life is human connection. I am here to support anyone on their journey to heal and become the best version of themselves. My passion lies with providing LGBTQIA+ counseling to individuals, fostering an affirming and supportive environment in therapy. Furthermore, I have also worked with teenagers, adults, and older adults. I am experienced in addressing mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, transitional challenges, adjustment difficulties, stress management, and neurodivergence. I have worked with many young and emerging adults facing the challenges of academic life and the transition into independence.

My primary goal is to help client feel safe, accepted, supported, and empowered to expressing themselves freely and without judgment. Lets work together to break down shame, embrace your identity, and champion your voice.