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A. Lewis & Associates, P.A. is very proud of the gifted and dedicated group of mental health professionals we have brought together to help you grow and heal. Each individual therapist brings unique talents and qualities to our practice. Please take the time to get to know each of our therapists through their profiles below. We are eager to assist you in any way we can!
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Ann Mody Lewis, Ph.D.
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Dr. Ann Lewis earned her Bachelor’s degree at the College of Saint Rose in Albany, New York; her Master’s and Specialist’s degrees from Nova Southeastern University; and her Doctorate from Fairfax University. She is the President/Clinical Director of A. Lewis & Associates, P.A. and has been in private practice since 1985.
Dr. Lewis has always enjoyed her clinical
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work
and looks for creative ways to bring
the wonders of psychological awareness
to her clients and the community.
She is the founder of Women’s
Journey, Inc. She combines her
personal life experiences with her
clinical skills to help clients explore
new pathways to happiness and peace. |
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Kristy Becraft, LMHC
Kristy Becraft, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, earned her Bachelor's degree in Psychology at Pennsylvania State University, and her Master's degree in Counselor Education at East Carolina University. Kristy has extensive experience working with youth and families in a variety of capacities. As a former School Counselor, she is proficient at addressing mental health needs in the education system, and is passionate about assisting individuals in reaching their full personal and academic potentials.
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Kristy specializes in college/career counseling and life coaching, and utilizes solution-focused techniques to assist clients in identifying goals and increasing focus and motivation towards achieving desired outcomes.
With a strong belief in the healing and teaching powers of animals, Kristy provides animal-assisted counseling services, in which clients participate in therapeutic interaction with a dog or horse. Acting as mirrors of our own energy and behaviors, these animals have proven to be effective in assisting individuals experiencing difficulty with depression, anxiety, history of trauma, poor self-esteem, ADHD/ADD, anger, and attachment barriers. Animal-assisted counseling techniques are also particularly effective in aiding individuals and families seeking to improve patterns of communication.
“An animal's eyes have the power to speak a great language.” ~ Martin Buber
Kristy is happy to provide assessment and documentation for individuals seeking to utilize an Emotional Support Animal. Qualifying individuals with proper documentation are granted the right to fly with their ESA, and to reside in housing with bans on pet ownership. No “pet fees” are permitted for individuals utilizing an ESA. Please inquire for more information about how this service may benefit you.
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Julie D. Bruno, Psy.D
Julie D. Bruno, Psy.D earned her Bachelor’s degree in English Composition and Communications from Florida State University. She earned her Master’s and Doctorate degrees in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University. Julie acquired specialized training throughout her doctoral education in child, medical and forensic assessment. Additionally, she acquired training in substance abuse, co-occurring disorders and forensic psychology. Julie utilizes an integrated approach to psychotherapy with a firm foundation in
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existential theory. She has special interest in treatment of individuals with existential concerns, history of abuse and trauma, substance abuse, gender issues and family of origin issues.
Life's splendor forever lies in wait about each one of us in all its fullness, but veiled from view, deep down, invisible, far off. It is there, though, not hostile, not reluctant, not deaf. If you summon it by the right word, by its right name, it will come.
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Antonio F. DeFilippo, M.D.
Antonio F. DeFilippo, M.D., graduated form the University of South Florida College of Medicine in Tampa, Florida. He is a Board Certified Psychiatrist and Psycho- pharmacologist. He is a Medical Director for Miami’s Health Spectrum Program, Susan B. Anthony Center, Chrysalis Community Mental Health Center, Broward County Regional Health Planning Council and Associates in Counseling & Psychiatry. He is an International speaker for several Pharmaceutical Companies. Dr. DeFilippo speaks English, Italian, and Spanish. |
His quick mind and tender heart are unique qualities that make his medical practice a welcoming experience that will change your life.
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Martine Luntz, M.S.
Martine Luntz, M.S. graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor’s of Science in Business Administration. After spending some time in the business marketing field, she decided to follow her heart and pursue a career in psychology. Martine earned her Master’s degree in clinical psychology from Nova Southeastern University and is scheduled to earn her Doctorate (Psy.D) in May, 2013. She has experience working with a broad range of disorders including depression, generalized anxiety, post-
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traumatic stress disorder, panic disorder, substance abuse, personality disorders and lgbtq issues. Her research has been based on couples work and she is interested in gaining more experience with the couples population. She ascribes primarily to an interpersonal orientation, however she uses an integrated approach that includes cognitive-behavioral techniques and an existential approach.
Martine is committed to helping her clients achieve more than just relief from their symptoms – she aims to help them reach a level of sustainable well-being. She does so through her strong therapeutic and assessment skills and by using her positive energy to help create hope and optimism in those who are struggling.
Martine also works as an admissions and referral coordinator at a local psychiatric hospital and as a sports psychology therapist at Nova Southeastern University, where she treats and assesses the student athlete population.
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Monica A. Schaly,
LMHC
Monica A. Schaly, LMHC has earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and her Specialist degree in Psychomotor Functions from accredited universities in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Monica is a Licensed Psychologist in her home country of Brazil. Monica obtained her Master’s degree from Florida Atlantic University in Mental Health Counseling and has extensive training and work experience with families, adolescents, and children in the areas of : Depression; Anxiety Disorder, Divorce related issues; Infant-Mental Health; Trauma; Abuse issues; Grief and Loss; School related |
adjustment; Anger problems; Adoption; Parent-Child relationship.
Monica is a creative, warm, dynamic, and caring professional who brings forth her passion for her work utilizing not only her strong knowledge, experience and expertise in the mental health field but also her intuition and training in art and play therapies.
Monica also works for a local hospital in the psychiatric unit and has been admitted to attend on-going monthly seminars at the Florida Association of Jungian Analysts.
Monica provides counseling in English, Spanish and Portuguese.
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