Didem Alpaslan, M.S. LMHC

I use a client-centered, integrative approach, tailoring therapy to your unique needs, history, and goals. No two people are the same, and therapy should reflect that.

My work is grounded in:

• Trauma-informed care

• EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)

• Play therapy for children

• Attachment-focused therapy

• Nervous-system and mind-body approaches

• Cognitive and experiential therapies

I believe healing is not just about talking through problems — it is about understanding how experiences live in both the mind and body, and gently helping the nervous system find safety again.

Who I Work With

I support clients navigating:

• Trauma and complex trauma

• Anxiety and chronic stress

• Attachment wounds and relationship struggles

• Life transitions, burnout, and identity challenges

• Childhood emotional and behavioral concerns

• Parenting stress and family dynamics

• Depression, grief, and emotional overwhelm

Whether you are seeking support for yourself or your child, therapy can be a space for growth, understanding, and meaningful change.

Background & Training

My passion for psychology began early in life as I witnessed how deeply emotional pain can affect people’s lives.

That passion led me to earn my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Central Florida and my Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Palm Beach Atlantic University.

Over the years, I have pursued advanced training in trauma-focused therapies, including EMDR and Play Therapy, because I believe ongoing learning is essential to providing the best care for my clients.

I continue to deepen my work through specialized training in trauma, attachment, and nervous-system-based therapies to ensure my clients receive care that reflects the most current understanding of healing.

I am a member of professional organizations that support ethical, evidence-based, and compassionate practice, including:

• American Counseling Association

• EMDR International Association (EMDRIA)

• Association for Play Therapy

A Personal Note

At the heart of my work is the belief that healing starts from within, but we do not have to do it alone.

Therapy is not about “fixing” you — it is about helping you reconnect with your strengths, process what has been carried for too long, and create a life that feels more balanced and meaningful.

If you feel ready to begin, I look forward to meeting you and supporting you on this path.