Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapy Partner in Palm Beach
At Relationship Institute of Palm Beach, we are dedicated to providing transformative mental health services rooted in evidence-based practices and compassionate care. Our team of certified professionals specializes in couples therapy, family counseling, addiction recovery, and trauma treatment, utilizing advanced methodologies like EMDR, Imago therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy. With decades of collective experience, we prioritize personalized treatment plans that address the root causes of emotional distress, fostering self-awareness and healthier relationships.Our approach integrates cutting-edge research in interpersonal neurobiology and psychodrama to help clients achieve lasting healing. We maintain rigorous professional standards, emphasizing transparency, ethical practice, and client empowerment. By combining clinical expertise with empathetic support, we guide individuals and families toward emotional resilience and sustainable well-being.
Services
Couples Therapy
Family Counseling
Addiction Recovery
Trauma Treatment
Codependency Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Imago Relationship Therapy
Psychological Testing
Case Management
Parenting Support
Highlights and features
- We offer trauma-informed therapy using EMDR and Imago relationship therapy methodologies
- Our clinicians hold advanced certifications in mental health counseling and family systems
- Personalized treatment plans integrate neuroscience and experiential therapy techniques
- Specialized programs for codependency and addiction recovery with case management
- Proven success in treating complex trauma and improving relationship dynamics
What people say
Caring, attentive
Exceptional therapist
Compassionate and kind
Gifted in holding space
Life-changing experiences
Services
Couples Therapy
Our couples therapy program utilizes Imago relationship therapy to help partners build empathy and improve communication. This evidence-based approach addresses core relationship issues by creating safe dialogue environments that foster mutual understanding. Clients learn to navigate conflicts constructively while developing deeper emotional connections through structured therapeutic exercises tailored to their specific relationship dynamics.
Trauma Treatment
Specialized trauma treatment combines EMDR therapy with experiential techniques to process distressing memories. Our clinicians help clients activate natural healing processes through bilateral stimulation and cognitive restructuring. This integrative approach effectively addresses PTSD symptoms and trauma-related disorders by reprocessing negative experiences into adaptive resolutions that reduce emotional distress.
Addiction Recovery
Comprehensive addiction recovery programs address chemical dependency and co-occurring disorders through individualized treatment plans. We combine cognitive behavioral therapy with support group integration and case management services. Our approach examines underlying trauma connections while implementing relapse prevention strategies and sober living support systems to promote sustained recovery.
Family Counseling
Family counseling services focus on improving communication patterns and resolving intergenerational conflicts. Using family systems theory, we help members understand relational dynamics and establish healthier boundaries. Our therapists employ attachment-based interventions to strengthen connections while addressing specific family challenges through both individual and group therapy sessions.
Psychological Testing
We offer specialized psychological testing services including trauma indices and behavioral assessments. These diagnostic tools help identify underlying issues affecting mental health through standardized evaluations like the Post Traumatic Stress Index and Sexual Dependency Inventory. Results inform personalized treatment planning and track therapeutic progress over time.
People
Jessica Baum
Founder
Certified mental health counselor with expertise in Imago therapy and trauma treatment. Holds master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from South University and specializes in chemical abuse and co-dependency counseling.
Julia Newlin Smith
Executive Director
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in emotional regulation and relational psychology. Graduated from University of Southern California with MMFT and specializes in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy techniques.
Stephanie Duley
Therapist
Licensed mental health counselor with 15+ years experience treating anxiety, depression, and trauma disorders. Combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with EMDR techniques to create personalized treatment plans for adult clients.
Alan I. Stevens
Therapist
Mental health professional with 40+ years experience in substance abuse and trauma counseling. Specializes in identifying behavioral obstacles and implementing compassionate therapeutic solutions for lasting personal growth.
Licette Sangiovanni
Therapist
Licensed mental health counselor with expertise in substance abuse and co-morbid disorders. Certified Prepare and Enrich Facilitator specializing in couples assessment and communication improvement techniques.
Questions
Do you accept insurance for therapy sessions?
We operate as a self-pay practice but provide invoices for potential insurance reimbursement. Clients should verify out-of-network benefits with their insurance provider.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We utilize evidence-based methods including EMDR, Imago therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and psychodrama techniques tailored to individual client needs.
Are online counseling options available?
Yes, we offer telephone and online counseling sessions to accommodate client preferences and accessibility requirements across our service areas.
What locations do you serve?
We provide services at two Florida locations: Palm Beach (256 Worth Ave) and Wellington (12798 Forest Hill Blvd) with flexible session options available.
