Transform worry and overthinking into clarity and calm.
Empower yourself by aligning your actions with your values and start living your best life today.
I get it — life’s pressures and expectations can lead to feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from who you truly are. Like many, I once believed that pleasing others and avoiding mistakes was the key to “success” and happiness. But I found a better way: honoring my own needs, setting boundaries, and trusting my inner voice.
I’m a licensed therapist serving Southwest Florida and the entire state virtually. My approach is warm, engaged, and tailored just for you. I’ll walk alongside you as you gain tools to calm anxiety, manage emotions, and rise above life’s challenges — all while celebrating your unique strengths.
My work combines evidence-based techniques with genuine connection, creating space for laughter, growth, and real change. I believe we all deserve to live a life aligned with our values — a life full of clarity, purpose, and peace.
Hi, I’m Tera!
What sets Rise Therapy SWFL apart?
Personalized treatment plans tailored to your goals
Flexible in-person and online options
Specialization in anxiety and women’s mental health
A warm, collaborative, and direct therapeutic style
Practical tools for lasting mindset shifts and emotional resilience
IN OUR SESSIONS TOGETHER WE WILL…
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We'll explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors to uncover underlying patterns and triggers, helping you gain clarity on how these influence your daily life and relationships.
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We will work on creating effective, tailored strategies to manage stress, anxiety, or difficult emotions, equipping you with practical tools you can use in real-life situations.
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Together, we'll define clear, attainable goals that align with your values and aspirations, breaking them down into actionable steps to foster a sense of progress and accomplishment.
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We'll practice techniques to improve how you express yourself and set healthy boundaries, ensuring you can advocate for your needs and maintain balanced relationships.
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We'll focus on fostering a kinder, more supportive inner dialogue and identifying your strengths, helping you to build a stronger sense of self-worth and confidence in your abilities.
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While we’ll address serious and challenging topics, we’ll also share some laughs along the way. Yes, I'm a therapist, but I'm also a human — I'll bring my authentic self to our sessions, and together we'll find moments of joy and lightness, because healing can happen with a smile.