Heal. Grow. Thrive.
With Awareness Comes Action
Transforming Lives Through Therapy Across Florida
Empowering You to Create the Life You Deserve.
Advocate2Create offers compassionate and insightful therapy services to empower individuals and relationships with personalized care, professional guidance, and transformative growth. See our full suite below:
Individual & Couples Therapy in Florida
At Advocate2Create, we believe in the power of therapy to heal, strengthen, and transform lives. Led by experienced and compassionate professionals, our team is dedicated to helping you navigate life’s challenges with expert guidance and evidence-based techniques.
Meet Dr. Patricia Timerman Barbosa da Silva, LMHC, LMFT, QS, NCC
Dr. Patricia Timerman Barbosa da Silva (Dr. T) is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Florida, with over a decade of experience in grief, trauma, anxiety management, and couples therapy. As the author of Why Are We Fighting: Actionable Strategies for Effective Communication she has developed the IAP Model (Intention-Action-Perception) to help bridge communication gaps and build stronger connections across different relationships, from couples and families to friends and colleagues.
Beyond her focus on communication and couples therapy, Dr. T specializes in anxiety management, offering actionable coping skills tailored to each client’s needs. She also has extensive experience in trauma survivorship, grief support—particularly suicide grief—and clinical evaluations for immigration purposes. Fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, she is committed to providing compassionate and effective therapy for individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Building Stronger Relationships & Healthier Minds
Meet Michelle Hart, LMHC
Michelle Hart, LMHC, is a dedicated therapist specializing in supporting teen girls and women in overcoming anxiety, burnout, and low self-esteem. With a focus on creating healthy boundaries and reclaiming control, she helps clients build resilience and confidence in their daily lives.
Michelle’s approach involves tracking thought patterns, identifying triggers, and developing mindfulness techniques to reduce anxious symptoms and negative thinking. Through her sessions, clients learn to establish emotional balance, practice self-care, and cultivate a strong sense of self-worth. Michelle provides therapy in both English and Spanish, ensuring a safe and inclusive space for healing and growth.
Helping Women & Teens Find Their Strength
Check out Dr. Timerman’s book Why are We Fighting? Actionable Strategies for Effective Communication
Here’s What We Offer
Expert-Led Therapy
With years of experience, our licensed professionals provide specialized, evidence-based approaches tailored to your needs.
Multilingual & Inclusive
Therapy is available in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, making it accessible for diverse communities.
Comprehensive Support
From individual therapy to couples counseling and immigration evaluations, we address a wide range of mental health needs.
Schedule a Consultation
Book a session with one of our expert therapists to start your journey toward healing and self-discovery.
Learn More
- Individual & Couples Therapy, Miami
- Individual & Couples Therapy, Jacksonville
- Individual & Couples Therapy, Tampa
- Individual & Couples Therapy, Orlando
- Individual & Couples Therapy, Hialeah
- What Is Individual Therapy and How Does It Work?
- What Is Couples Therapy and How Does It Work?
- What Are the Benefits of Individual Therapy?
- What Are the Benefits of Couples Therapy?
- What Should I Expect During an Individual Therapy Session?
