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Villages Therapists

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We have over 100 years of experience and have worked with thousands of children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. We’d love the opportunity to provide you with our Personable & Experienced Counseling Services. We have same week appointments available and accept most major insurances including: Medicare, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, United, Aetna, Cigna, and Humana. Please note that clinicians are associates of Premier Psychological Services, dba Village Counseling Center and not employees or contractors of Premier Psychological Services, however we are located in the same building.

Contact us today and we will help find the best fitting therapist for you and your needs or view our directory of therapists. 

Dr. Brad Palermo, Psy.D.

Licensed Psychologist

Specialty Areas:

  • Adults
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Stress & Anger
  • Self Esteem
  • LGBTQ+ Population
  • Substance Abuse

Lydia Winterberg, LMHC

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Specialty Areas:

  • Adults & Couples
  • Children Ages 4+
  • PTSD, Trauma
  • Depression & Anxiety
  • Grief & Bereavement
  • Life Transitions
  • Medical, Terminal Illness
  • Stress & Anger
  • Relationship Issues

Dr. Aixa Long, Psy.D.

Licensed Psychologist

Specialty Areas:

  • English/Spanish
  • Adults & Couples
  • Depression & Anxiety
  • Stress & Anger
  • Life Transitions
  • Retirement Issues
  • Trauma
  • Women's Health

Dr. Javier Mouriz, Ph.D

Licensed Psychologist

Specialty Areas:

  • English/Spanish
  • Adults & Couples
  • Depression & Anxiety
  • Trauma
  • Grief & Bereavement
  • Relationship Issues
  • Stress & Anger
  • Substance Abuse
  • Addictions

Esther (Estee) Leger-Odom, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Specialty Areas:

  • English/Spanish
  • Adults & Couples
  • Relationship Issues
  • Anxiety & Depression
  • Stress & Anger
  • Trauma, grief
  • Christian Counseling upon request

Scott Shelton, LMHC

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Specialty Areas:

  • Adults & Couples
  • Children Ages 5+, Parenting
  • Trauma
  • Depression & Anxiety
  • Grief & Bereavement
  • Life Transitions
  • Relationship Issues
  • Stress & Anger
  • Substance Abuse Issues
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601 Webster Street Wildwood, FL 34785

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+1 (888) 899-7736

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admin@BetterTherapy.org

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Dr. Brad Palermo, Psy.D.

Licensed Psychologist

Education:

Nova Southeastern University
Degree: Doctor of Psychology
Major: Clinical Psychology
Degree: Master of Science
Major: Clinical Psychology

University of Florida

Degree: Bachelor of Science with Honors

Major: Psychology
Minor: Education

I have over 15 years of experience providing therapy to adults, couples, and families. During this time, I have worked with thousands of clients. I offer you all of this experience while we work towards your goals.
Therapeutic Modality/Orientation:
I use research based therapy techniques and have an eclectic approach which means I work with you as an individual rather than trying to fit you into a certain modality or technique. However, I have been trained in such modalities as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Existential Therapy, and more.

Clinical Experience:

The Watershed Addiction Treatment Program – Boynton Beach, Florida Clinical Psychologist

Nova Southeastern University – Fort Lauderdale, Florida Adjunct Faculty, Psychology Resident

Hollywood Memorial Hospital, Hollywood Pavilion Intensive Outpatient Program -Hollywood, Florida Therapist, Psychology Resident

The PAC Program – Queens, New York Clinical Supervisor & Therapist, Psychology Resident

Broward General Medical Center – Fort Lauderdale, Florida Psychology Trainee

Mount Sinai Medical Center, The Wien Center for Alzheimer’s Disease – Miami, Florida Psychometrician Trainee

Nova Southeastern University, Community Mental Health Center, Nova Community Clinic for Older Adults – Fort Lauderdale, Florida Psychology Trainee

Easter Seals, Children & Family Consortium and Jewish Community Center – Fort Lauderdale, Florida Psychology Trainee

Fifth Avenue Center for Counseling and Psychotherapy – New York, New York Therapist, Psychology Intern/Psychology Resident

Child & Family Psychologists- Plantation, Florida Therapist, Psychology Resident

Professional Recognitions:

• Manager of the Tampa Psychologists and Mental Health Professionals Group
• Accredited by the Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating
• Verified by Psychology Today
• Manager of the Florida Psychologists and Mental Health Professionals Network

Lydia Winterberg, LMHC

Licensed Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Education:

Hood College
Degree: Bachelor of Arts
Major: Early Childhood Education
Lane Community College
Degree: Associates of Science
Major: Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement

Northwestern State University
Degree: Master of Science
Major: Counseling Psychology

I have over 30 years of experience working with children (ages 4+), adults, and couples. I utilize evidence based psychotherapies including CBT and DBT. My approach is eclectic, and solution focused, driven by the unique needs of each individual, with the goal of treating the whole person. I utilize the therapeutic relationship to provide a safe and compassionate space for human growth in self awareness and self esteem, as well as in the individual’s emotional, psychological,  and relational natures.

Clinical Experience:

Premier Psychological Services, PL – Tampa, The Villages, and Orlando, Florida
dba Villages Counseling Center – the Villages, Florida
Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Magellan Behavioral Health in Nevada, Japan, England, Germany
Military Family and Life Counselor

The Centers – Ocala, Florida
Licensed Mental Health Counselor

The Vines Hospital – Ocala, Florida
Licensed Mental Health Counselor

State of Florida Department of Corrections – Gainesville, Florida
Psychological Specialist and Prison Health Services

Catholic Charities – Florida
Counselor and Outreach Coordinator

Department of Children and Families – Wildwood, FLorida
Child Protective Investigator and Family Services Counselor

Professional Association's and Certifications:

  • Alzheimer’s Association of Tulsa Board Member and author of The Fading Brain: A Caregiver’s Guide to Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease
  • DUI alcohol and Drug Assessor
  • Certified State of Florida Child Protection Investigator and Family Services Counselor
  • Certified State of Florida Department of Juvenile Justice Counselor
  • State of Florida Certified Counselor Department of Corrections
  • Adjunct College Instructor

Dr. Aixa Long, Psy.D.

Licensed Clinical Psychologist Bilingual (English & Spanish)

Education:

The Florida School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University
Degree: Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology
Union College
Degrees:
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Bachelor of Arts in Biology

I am a Clinical Psychologist with more than a decade of experience in psychological therapy for adults with a special emphasis on women’s health and wellness.
Throughout my career, I have worked in multiple setting including outpatient clinics, inpatient treatment, and private practice. I have worked with clients with symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and difficulties adjusting to life stressors. I am trained in multiple evidence-based therapies including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Every person has unique characteristics and preferences that make some therapeutic approaches a better fit for them than other approaches. Our therapy work together will be tailored to your unique needs. If you decide to start your therapy journey, we will work together to explore your difficulties and increase your understanding of them. I will guide you to learn important tools that will help you improve and empower your life. It would be a privilege for me to be a part of your journey and guide you towards growth and strength

Clinical Experience:

Premier Psychological Services, PL dba Villages Counseling Center – The Villages, Florida
Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Associate

Veterans Health System  – The Villages, Florida

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Clinic Coordinator
Military Sexual Trauma Coordinator
 

FCI Coleman Prison – Coleman, Florida
Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Other experience includes:

Correctional Psychology, Neuropsychology Training, Crisis Response Teams, Centers for Survivors of Domestic Violence and Sexual Trauma, Multidisciplinary Treatment Teams For Eating Disorders, and Clinical Consultant roles. 

Dr. Javier Mouriz, Ph.D.

Licensed Psychologist Bilingual (English & Spanish)

Education:

University of Kansas
Degree: Doctor of Philosophy
Major: Clinical Psychology

University of Maryland
Degree: Bachelors of Science
Major: Psychology

I have over 20 years of experience & have worked with hundreds of clients: teens ages 14+, adults, couples/relationship issues, depression, anxiety, stress, anger, and more.  There are times in our lives when we all may be able to benefit from help in getting life back on track. As a therapist I work mostly to help individuals identify the thinking and behaviors which have not been helpful to them over time and assist in the development of new patterns which will lead to happiness and success.
I enjoy working with individuals who have identified a desire to improve their lives and are ready to do so. I enjoy and take great pride in seeing improvement in the patients with whom I work.

Clinical Experience:

Premier Psychological Services, dba Village Counseling Center – Orlando and The Villages, FL
Licensed Psychologist

Federal Bureau of Prisons
Licensed Psychologist

Private Practice – Florida
License Psychologist

University of Maryland Counseling Center – Kansas City
Internship

Awards and Recognitions:

– Honor Graduate of the Federal Law Enforcement Academy
– Employee of the Year and Supervisor of the Quarter

Esther (Estee) Leger-Odom, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker Bilingual (English & Spanish)

Education:

New York University
Degree: Master’s of Social Work
Queens College
Master’s Degree
Major: Urban Affairs
New School of Biblical Theology
Master’s Degree
Ministry and Theology
City College of New York
Degree: Bachelor of Arts
Public Administration – Cum Laude

I have been helping adults and couples for over 14 years and have worked with hundreds of clients. I specialize in relationship issues, grief, trauma, anxiety, depression, life changes, retirement issues, stress, anger, and more.  
Therapeutic Modality/Orientation:
I use and eclectic mix of treatment modalities. I work from a humanistic stance which places therapist and client on a level field of interaction.  Through empathy, I focus on helping people find solutions to problems and learning to appreciate the positives in their lives. I can also offer Christian Counseling upon request.

Clinical Experience:

Premier Psychological Services, PL dba Village Counseling Center – The Villages, Florida
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Harmony United Psychiatric Care – Lady Lake, Florida 
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Families First of Florida – Florida
Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Children’s Services Day Program – Florida
Director

Long Island Consultation Center – Long Island, New York
Therapist

Office of Child and Family Health – New York
Director

Children of the World Community Immigrant Project – New York
Program Fellow

Children’s Services Office of Advocacy – New York
Deputy Director

 St. Christopher’s Inc., Harlem Family Control – New York
Site Director

Scott Shelton, LMHC

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Education:

Pepperdine University
Degree: Master of Arts
Major: Clinical Psychology

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Degree: Bachelor of Arts
Major: Psychology
Major: History

I have over 25 years of experience working with children age 5+, teens, adults, couples, and families. During this time I have worked with hundreds of clients. I offer you all of this experience while we work towards your goals.
Therapeutic Modality/Orientation:
My theoretical orientation consists of a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing. The goal is to provide clients with informed alternatives to meet their emotional needs.  I believe that a good therapist does not impart their own agenda to clients. Instead, a therapist should make the environment comfortable enough to facilitate change, while challenging them to initially break out of their emotional comfort zone in order to make the desired changes necessary to meet their treatment goals.

Clinical Experience:

Premier Psychological Services, PL – Tampa, The Villages, and Orlando, Florida
dba Villages Counseling Center – the Villages, Florida
Licensed Mental Health Counselor

BayCare Behavioral Health – Brooksville, Florida 
Licensed Mental Health Counselor

The Centers – Ocala, Florida
Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Springbrook Hospital – Brooksville, Florida 
Therapist

Youth and Family Alternatives – New Port Richey, Florida
Therapist