Business Details
49 Years
experience
Trusted Mental Health Therapy Services in Coral Springs
Joel I Kimmel Ph.d.,p .a. & Associates, and Associates is a group of mental health professionals dedicated to assisting individuals, families, and couples in navigating life's challenges. Established in 1977, our practice has served South Florida for over four decades, helping thousands of patients through evidence-based approaches like Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT). We focus on transforming beliefs, perceptions, and attitudes to foster emotional and behavioral change, offering structured solutions for psychological disorders and daily stressors.Our reputation for excellence is built on referrals from satisfied clients and professionals, reflecting our commitment to effective, personalized care. We prioritize transparency, collaboration, and client empowerment, ensuring treatment plans are tailored to individual needs. With expertise in individual, family, and couples therapy, psychological testing, and telehealth services, we provide accessible, compassionate support for diverse mental health concerns.
Services
Individual Therapy
Family Therapy
Couples Counseling
Group Therapy
Psychological Testing
Telehealth Services
Coaching
Substance Abuse Services
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We offer over 47 years of experience in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and mental health care.
- Our team provides personalized, evidence-based treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- We deliver accessible care through telehealth services for Florida residents.
- Our practice emphasizes client empowerment and collaborative, solution-focused therapy.
- We maintain an excellent reputation through referrals from satisfied patients and professionals.
Services
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy offers personalized sessions between a client and therapist to address self-defeating thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Through skill-building and cognitive restructuring, clients develop problem-solving abilities and coping strategies. This service fosters self-awareness, growth, and resilience, enabling individuals to manage daily challenges effectively. It suits those seeking targeted mental health support in a confidential setting.
Telehealth Services
Telehealth provides remote psychological care via secure video or phone sessions, ensuring accessibility for Florida residents. This service accommodates busy schedules, eliminates travel barriers, and maintains continuity of care during emergencies. Clients receive therapy, coaching, or consultations from home, using familiar devices like smartphones or computers. It ensures flexibility without compromising the quality of therapeutic interaction.
Psychological Testing
Psychological testing evaluates cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning through interviews and standardized assessments. This service identifies learning disabilities, ADHD, personality disorders, and other conditions to inform treatment or accommodations. Results guide personalized interventions, educational placements, and medication planning, offering clarity for clients and healthcare providers.
Family Therapy
Family therapy addresses systemic issues by improving communication, resolving conflicts, and strengthening relationships among family members. Sessions focus on collective problem-solving, mutual respect, and creating a supportive home environment. This service helps families navigate transitions, trauma, or chronic stress, fostering cohesion and emotional resilience across generations.
Coaching
Coaching partners clients with professionals to clarify goals, overcome obstacles, and achieve personal or professional growth. This service emphasizes self-discovery, accountability, and actionable strategies, distinct from therapy by focusing on future-oriented progress. It benefits individuals seeking motivation, career advancement, or improved interpersonal dynamics.
People
Joel I. Kimmel
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Joel Kimmel is a Clinical Psychologist with over 44 years of private practice experience in South Florida. He specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for relationship issues, anxiety, and depression, and co-founded B-Vitals, an online child behavioral health assessment tool.
Camille Benito
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Camille Benito provides therapy for children, adolescents, and adults, specializing in anxiety, depression, and trauma. She uses cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic approaches, emphasizing empathy and creating a nonjudgmental space for client growth and empowerment.
Joanna Tsikis
Pediatric Health Psychologist
Dr. Joanna Tsikis focuses on helping children and families manage chronic medical conditions through evidence-based interventions. Her expertise includes diabetes management, obesity, sleep disorders, and medical procedure tolerance, using CBT and behavioral techniques to improve quality of life.
Stacey Mednick
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Stacey Mednick specializes in childhood behavioral disorders, trauma, and family therapy. With over 12 years of experience, she employs solution-focused and cognitive-behavioral therapies to support children, adolescents, and families in achieving emotional and behavioral stability.
Julie Gordon
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Julie Gordon offers therapy for depression, anxiety, trauma, and autoimmune illness-related challenges. With 25 years of experience, she utilizes trauma-focused and cognitive-behavioral techniques to empower clients, emphasizing resilience and holistic well-being.
Questions
What is the primary focus of Joel I. Kimmel, Ph.D., and Associates?
We specialize in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for individuals, families, and couples, addressing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and behavioral challenges through personalized treatment plans.
Do you offer telehealth services?
Yes, we provide secure virtual therapy sessions for Florida residents, ensuring accessibility and continuity of care during emergencies or for remote clients.
What types of psychological testing are available?
We conduct assessments for ADHD, learning disabilities, personality disorders, and cognitive functioning to inform treatment plans, accommodations, and educational placements.
How can family therapy benefit my household?
Family therapy improves communication, resolves conflicts, and strengthens relationships by addressing systemic issues and fostering mutual respect and emotional resilience.
What distinguishes coaching from therapy?
Coaching focuses on goal-setting and future-oriented growth, while therapy addresses emotional and psychological challenges through evidence-based clinical interventions.
Are sessions confidential?
Yes, confidentiality is strictly maintained except in cases of imminent danger, legal mandates, or court orders as required by law.
