Orlando Counseling Specialists

I am still looking for an LMHC or LCSW who is interested in sharing space with me in my beautiful Avalon Park office.  I am looking to rent space for three days (Mon.-Wed.) for $300.00/month.  Can’t beat the price or the location.  Please contact me at 407-902-9250 if you are interested.

I am looking for a LMHC, LCSW or LFMT to share space with me in my East Orlando office 2-3 days a week.  The area here is fantastic and the potential to market in this area is wide open, and the price is right. Please email me or call me if you are interested.  407-902-9250

I am pleased to announce that I have completed my dissertation and I am now officially a Doctor.  My degree is an EdD in Counseling Psychology, which now qualifies me to teach undergraduates and graduates at the Univeristy level in psychology and counseling. I hope to one day be teaching college students somewhere in the area, but for now, I continue to do what I love to do -  counseling.  

With Thanksgiving behind us and Christmas fast approaching, I am sure you can relate to some of the feelings I am  experiencing.  For example, when “Black Friday” was advertised all over the place, I thought, “Who can get excited about shopping in this economy?  I sure don’t have the money.”  I know that I am not alone.  Many are expereincing what is called  “Recession Depression”.   The recession has magnified such feeling as despair, depression, anxiety, and sadness.  As a licensed mental health counselor, I am finding that the number of people who are experiencing anxiety and panic attacks as well as physical illness related to stress is very high, and most are a consequence of the unpredictability of our economy. 

This is more serious than one might think, as Anxiety Disorders have more physical consequences than any other mood disorder.  It is very important that we pay close attention to the symptoms we have as well as what might be going on with a friend or family member.  Be proactive about getting the help that you  need if you are feeling sad, depressed, or overwhelmed. 

Some of the symptoms of general anxiety include:  restlessness or feeling keyed up or on edge, being easily fatigued, difficulty concentrating or mind going blank, irritability, muscle tension and sleep disturbance.  Panic Attack are also common when an individual is overwhelmed and experiencing increased stress.  Symptoms include: palpitations, pounding heart, or accelerated heart rate, sweating, trembling or shaking, sensations of sharotness of breath or smothering, chest pain, feeling dizzy, and fear of losing control.

Though medication can help to treat anxiety, a good therapist can help provide you with the tools that you need to manage your emotions and work through the issues that are creating your anxiety. With our economy being so unpredictible, I do not think things are going to change any time soon.  But you can learn how to manage your emotions in these trying times and be equipped for whatever else you mihg face in the furture.

Orlando Counseling Specialist and Nancy A. Johnson, M.A., LMHC has made the move to East Orlando/Avalon Park.  East Orlando is a growing community with many families who have a variety of needs.  I am excited to serve the community through my counseling services.  I have a variety of clients, from young to old, who struggle with a variety of issues.  I specialize in working with children, adolescents, teens and family therapy, which is a great need in our community.  There is also a great need to encourage and equip parents of adolescents and teens with the tools to know how best to set healthy boundaries with their children and to build respect and reesponsibility into their lives.  I work on a very affordable sliding scale as the economy has affected everyone, and it is my desire to be available to serve this community in any way that I can. 

I recenty had the opportunity to do some counseling and consulting in the work place of a farily large company, and it was a wonderful experience for me.  With so many companies having to reduce their work force, many emotional and practical issues surface in the lives of employees and managers.  Not only do those who loose their jobs need support, but the survivors are affected deeply as well. and may need someone to talk to. Change is difficult and with loss comes grief, and the need for a safe place to process  feelings, in order to move forward. I would love to come alongside more companies to provide support, encouragement through consulting and counseling, whether it be through an Employment Assistance Program (EAP) or my private practice.  The economy causes us to think twice about spending money, which often prevents us from making good choices that will keep us healthy, emotionally and physically.  I was personally reminded of this very thing early last month when I landed in the hosptial for a physical issue that came as a result of not taking good care of myself.  The words that rung loudest in my ears were, “Nancy, you are a counselor…you should know better.”  Yes! I am only effective to the degree that I am healthy.  If we don’t take good care of ourselves, we will miss out in the opportunity to further our careers and help those whom we work with and serve.  My experience has reminded me that I cannot help others if I do not take care of myself first.  How about you? Stay well, Nancy 

I am a qualified supervisor in the State of Florida, which qualifies me to supervise new Master’s level graduates and Registered Mental Health Counselors who are working toward licensure in the State of Florida.  A Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern is required to have one hour of supervision per 15 contact hours or one hour every two weeks.  My fees are very reasonable and I love working with interns.My Fees

•  $75 per one hour session
• $40.00 per person for a one hour group session (3 counselors in a group).

Orlando Counseling Specialists is looking to rent out one of our four offices in Winter Park, FL.  We have a store front office in a great location.  We are looking to fill an office with someone in the counseling field or someone who has a speciality that would work well with the counseling field.  We currently have three LMHC and four registered interns.  Call if you are interested.  407.339.5504

Strong Interest Inventory

For qualified career interest assessment, Orlando Counseling Specialists now offers the Strong Interest Inventory Assessment.  This popular test helps guide you towards a more rewarding career that fits your interests.  Learn the top 10 occupations that compliment your personality and desires.  Discover different tasks, skills and abilities required for success associated with various occupations.  Now is the time to discover what type of work is best for you.  Call us at Orlando Counseling Specialists to schedule an appointment with one of our career development specialists. Don’t waste time staying in a job you hate.  Find job security in doing what you love and are designed for!

FIRO-B, CPI-260, CPI-434

Are you looking for help with managing, leadership, and improving your work performance?  Orlando Counseling Specialists now offers the FIRO-B and CPI-260 assessments to help you and your organization grow and improve.  This assessment offers practical, down-to-earth insights for training and development as a professional in a range of business and organizational contexts.  The CPI-434 (The California Psychological Inventory) instrument provides a complex yet highly accurate portrait of an individual’s professional and personal style.  If you are looking to create a more efficient and productive business by building leadership competencies and productive teamwork, call us at Orlando Counseling Specialists and make an appointment with our Career Development Specialists to discover what you can do for your business or organization.  Sometimes it takes a little outside help to learn where you and your organization can grow and improve productivity and become more efficient.  

Orlando Counseling Specialists is a Family Counseling Center offering a variety of counseling services to those in the Central Florida area.  We currently have job opportunities available for experienced Licensed Mental Health Counselors, and Registered Mental Health Interns. 

We are looking for an experienced Licensed Mental Health Counselor, who is looking for an office space to rent or desires to be apart of our growing practice in Winter Park, Florida.  We are interested in hiring someone who has somewhat of a client load already, who would enjoy being apart of our team. 

We also offer a wonderful opportunity for Registered Mental Health Counseling Interns who desire to be part of an exciting growing counseling center.

Orlando Counseling Specialists is involved in a variety of counseling services, such as drug testing and drug counseling and career assessments and career counseling.  We offer a variety of assessments, such as the Myers-Briggs temperament profile as well as the Strong’s Interest Inventory among others.  One of our specialties is working with children, adolescents, teens and families.  We have a unique style of working with children, adolescent and teens, which includes working with the family as a whole unit.  We have seen optimal results when we can work with parents and other family members toward the health and well-being of everyone.  This is a great place to gain experience in a variety of counseling services.  We have a flexible philosophy which includes training, supervision as we prepare and encourage our Interns to develop their own private practices through the unique opportunity we offer. 

Please call for an appointment:

Ask for Nancy A. Johnson, M.A., LMHC, P.A