Meet Tiffanie
Licensed Mental and Professional Counselor
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I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida, as well as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the Commonwealth of Virginia. I hold a dual Bachelor’s of Art degree in Psychology and Criminology, and a Master’s of Art degree in Mental Health Counseling. In addition to formal schooling, I have advanced training in Gottman Method, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).
I have been working in the social services field for over a decade, in various settings to include inpatient psychiatric units, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs, community mental health centers, provided home-based services and private psychotherapy practices. In these different settings, I have worked with survivors of domestic violence, interpersonal and combat trauma, as well as individuals struggling with depression, anxiety and substance abuse issues.
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I answered the call into the helping profession because I recognized the importance of being seen, heard, respected and supported. Having served a wide range of communities, I have also had the humbling opportunity to support the strongest of the strong, and reminding them that it takes strength and courage to ask for help. Being a therapist is more than just my chosen profession, but a part of who I am.
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In addition to my role as a therapist, I am a married, mother of two, a United States Air Force veteran, an aspiring runner and recovering people pleasing, perfectionist. Most importantly, I am a "human" making my way through the peaks and valleys of life. I can appreciate the importance of having a tribe, and I strive to be a part of your community of support as an ally, as safe place, as a witness to your life's journey.
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To contact Tiffanie for an appointment, email ttrudeau@connectedthriving.com or call 321-425-4405.
Meet Liz
Elizabeth "Liz" Schillo, Registered Intern
Liz Schillo is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern (RMHCI) and an Alcohol and Drug Counselor, certified in the State of Minnesota (ADC). Liz obtained her Master of Arts in Addiction Counseling, as well as received Advance Practice in 2020 from Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School of Addiction Studies.
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Liz has been in the field of addiction and mental health since 2018, providing services in a variety of settings, to include intensive outpatient, residential, group homes, individual and group therapy for adolescents and adults. Liz brings a holistic yet eclectic approach to counseling, which means she will adapt her interventions to the unique needs of the client. She enjoys working with men and women, teens, and individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+. Growing up in a military family, Liz also understands the unique experiences that accompany the military lifestyle and has a passion for working with servicemembers and their families as they navigate and overcome the transitions that come with military life.
Liz utilizes person-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and more as she journeys with her clients through personal growth, challenges and stuck points. Liz has familiarity with a multitude of concerns including but not limited to: Addiction, Anxiety, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Depression, Dual Diagnosis, Eating Disorders, Grief, and Self-Esteem.
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Liz also practices what she preaches, and has set a personal goal of completing a 5k in all 50 states by age 50, enjoys theatrical productions and the arts including studying piano and voice, watching sports, and playing with her dog, Gypsy.
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Liz is passionate about her clients, empowering them to make positive, healthy decisions while walking beside them through their journey.
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To contact Liz for an appointment, email therapistlizs18@gmail.com or call 321-722-7345
