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Your Trusted Mental Health Partner in Tampa
With over 30 years of experience in the counseling field, I am dedicated to helping individuals and couples overcome life's obstacles, heal from past trauma, and strengthen relationships. As a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor since 1999 and an Army veteran, I bring specialized expertise in working with active-duty service members, veterans, and their families. My practice integrates evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Sensate Focus techniques to address anxiety, depression, sexual health, and relationship trauma.Certified in Telemental Health and Clinical Anxiety Treatment, I offer both in-person and secure telehealth sessions to provide accessible care. My mission is to support clients in achieving personal growth, authentic living, and post-traumatic healing through a compassionate, client-centered approach.
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Couples Counseling
Sexual Health Therapy
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
Telehealth Services
Trauma Recovery
Anxiety Treatment
Personal Growth Coaching
Military Mental Health
Grief Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of clinical experience in mental health counseling
- Specialized training in military culture and veteran issues
- Certified Telemental Health Provider for secure remote sessions
- Evidence-based approaches for anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues
- Holistic integration of mindfulness and somatic therapies
Associations and certifications
- American Academy of Clinical Sexology
- Florida Mental Health Counselors Association
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Evidence-based treatment for anxiety, depression, and trauma using integrated approaches. Clients develop self-awareness, process past experiences, and build coping strategies. Sessions focus on authentic living and overcoming emotional barriers through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Insight-Oriented techniques.
Couples Counseling
Specialized therapy for communication issues, relationship trauma, and intimacy challenges. Helps couples rebuild trust after betrayal, improve conflict resolution, and enhance emotional/sexual connection using structured programs and Sensate Focus techniques in 60-90 minute sessions.
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
Innovative treatment combining ketamine with psychotherapy for treatment-resistant depression and trauma. Enhances neuroplasticity while therapeutic guidance helps process emotional material. Requires medical clearance and follows strict safety protocols during sessions.
Telehealth Services
Secure video sessions using HIPAA-compliant Zoom platform. Available for individual and couples therapy with Business Associate Agreement compliance. Provides flexibility for clients in different locations while maintaining confidentiality and therapeutic effectiveness through encrypted communication.
Trauma Recovery
Specialized treatment for PTSD and complex trauma using evidence-based modalities. Addresses combat trauma, sexual assault, and betrayal injuries through phased treatment plans. Incorporates mindfulness techniques to manage symptoms while processing traumatic memories in a safe therapeutic environment.
People
Lynne A. Santiago
Psychotherapist
Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 26+ years experience. Army veteran specializing in military mental health. Holds PhD in Psychology and Clinical Sexology certification. Former university faculty member and national trainer in trauma treatment.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual psychotherapy, couples counseling, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, trauma recovery, anxiety treatment, and telehealth services for personal growth and relationship healing.
Are telehealth sessions available?
Yes, we offer secure HIPAA-compliant telehealth sessions using Zoom for clients who prefer remote access to mental health care.
Do you specialize in military/veteran counseling?
As an Army veteran, I specialize in military mental health with expertise in treating deployment stress, moral injury, and veteran reintegration challenges.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Sensate Focus, and attachment-based techniques tailored to each client's unique needs and goals.
How do you handle relationship trauma?
Our couples counseling addresses betrayal trauma through structured communication strategies, emotional intimacy rebuilding, and guided difficult conversations in a safe therapeutic environment.
What are your credentials?
Dr. Santiago holds a PhD in Psychology, Florida LMHC license (MH 5801), Clinical Sexology certification, and 26+ years of experience in mental health counseling.
