nathanael carela
licensed marriage & family therapist
human, just like you
I enjoy thought-provoking conversations and sharing a good laugh. Music has a way of bringing every car ride, chore, and hangout come to life for me. I find great joy in being creative while playing musical instruments, singing, and dancing.
You'll also catch me listening to audiobooks on social justice, self-care, history, and biographies. I love traveling, watching sports, and playing video/board games.
I have a multicultural background (Puerto Rican/Dominican), speak Spanish, and grew up in Florida. As a first-generation immigrant, I've navigated the intricacies of blending different cultures, languages, beliefs, and lifestyles.
I draw from these personal and professional experiences as I assist clients in navigating their unique life transitions and challenges.
why I'm passionate.
Couples - Navigating romantic relationships and marriages requires a lot of self-control, dedication, and energy. While pop culture often oversimplifies relationship advice, some issues have straightforward solutions, while others require ongoing management.
People need safe spaces to explore their emotions, be curious, feel truly understood, and make mistakes without fear of judgments. Creating this comforting environment is my commitment.
I'm enthusiastic about guiding couples in cultivating spaces for meaningful dialogue, allowing their deepest desires to be explored, acknowledged, and transformed into tangible experiences.
Anxiety - Fear and self-doubt once held me back from pursuing valuable experiences. Therapy provided me the tools to confront and manage these challenges.
My goal is to empower you to do the same by helping you in identifying your life's priorities and pursuing them confidently.
Together, we'll expand your life skills and embrace new adventures to manage anxiety and stress. The days of overthinking, sleepless nights, and paralyzing anxiety can become a thing of the past, paving the way to the life you desire. I'm here to guide you!
Qualifications
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Gelmar Nathanael Carela
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - Michigan #4101006874
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - Florida (MT3525)
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Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy - Capella University
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology - University of South Florida
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Gottman Method Couples Therapy - Level 1
Clinical Fellow of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT)
Work with me
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I provide counseling services to individuals and couples from diverse backgrounds. My specialization includes serving multiracial individuals and couples, Spanish speakers, and individuals with religious or spiritual practices.
I am fully proficient in conversational, written, and spoken Spanish, allowing me to conduct bilingual (English/Spanish) therapy sessions.
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I've been practicing therapy since 2014 and obtained full licensure in Florida in 2018 and Michigan in 2019. My training is geared towards offering a therapeutic experience that is brief, collaborative, solution-focused, and structured with clear goals in mind.
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I employ evidence-based theoretical approaches in therapy that empower the client and foster collaboration in establishing therapy goals. These approaches encompass:
-Solution-Focused Therapy
-Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
-Collaborative Therapy
-Gottman Couples Therapy
“I do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity, or age (and any other bases you wish to include) in participation in counseling services. If we’re not a good fit, I can point you towards a colleague who can be!”
