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ABOUT DR. LYNNE



Psychotherapist Counselor Lynne Santiago, PhD, LMHC in Tampa and online





Since childhood, I've had a strong desire to become a psychotherapist. My family participated in family therapy, which introduced me to the field. My belief in our ability to create positive life changes is rooted in my academic studies and personal experiences.


Every difficulty we encounter can be a chance for us to learn, heal, and develop ourselves if we accept the challenge. This can lead to a more balanced and satisfying life.


I believe depression and anxiety can often be traced back to living unaligned with our authentic selves. Sometimes, we make choices that contradict our principles or conform to societal norms and what others may expect us to be. Consequently, this can cause internal struggles and emotional suffering..



CREDENTIALS





  • 30 years counseling experience
  • Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor since 1999 (MH 5801)
  • PhD in Psychology Capella University
  • MS in Mental Health Counseling, Nova Southeastern University
  • BA in Psychology Saint Leo University
  • Mental Health Counselor of the Year (2015-2016)
  • Approved Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapist with Journey Clinical
  • Certified Telemental Health Provider
  • Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Provider
  • Clinical Sexology Certificate the American Academy of Clinical Sexology
  • Qualified Supervisor for FL Registered Mental Health Counselor Interns
  • Researcher in Veteran Suicide
  • Former adjunct professor at University of South Florida and Troy University Graduate Programs for Mental Health Counseling
  • Trainer & Presenter at the State and National Level


post graduate intensive trainings





  • Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) Theory & Methodology
  • Psychedelic Assisted Therapy Global Summit
  • Psychedelic Integration: Premise & Promise
  • Psychotherapy and Spirituality Summit
  • Psychedelic Therapy Continuing Education Series
  • Living an Authentic Life Summit
  • The Mental Health & Well-being Global Summit
  • Meditation and Psychotherapy Course with Tara Brach
  • Power of Awareness Course with Tara Brach & Jack Kornfield
  • Telehealth for Mental Health Distance Therapy Training
  • Emotional Focused Therapy for Couples Intensive
  • Neuroscience-Based Anxiety Treatment
  • Clinical Sexology & Sex Therapy
  • Evidence-Based Trauma Competency
  • Intensive Prolonged Exposure
  • Military & Veteran Issues: Military Culture, Moral Injury, Post Deployment Readjustment
  • Collaborative Divorce Model


professional affiliations





  • Veterans Counseling Veterans, former COO, Director of Professional Development
  • International Association of Trauma Professionals
  • American Mental Health Counselors Association
  • Florida Mental Health Counselors Association Past Chair, FMHCA Military Service Committee
  • Past President of the Tampa Bay Study Group on Trauma and Dissociation
  • Past President of the Tampa Bay Association of Women


influencers- past & Modern-day teachers & thought leaders





  • Thomas Merton, Trappist Monk
  • Richard Rohr, Franciscan Monk
  • James Hollis, PhD - Jungian Psychoanalist
  • Thich Nhat Hanh, Buddhist monk
  • Pema Chödrön, American Tibetan-Buddhist Nun
  • Paramahansa Yogananda - Indian Hindu monk, yogi and guru
  • Jack Kornfield, American Buddhist Teacher of Buddhist Psychology
  • Tara Brach - American psychologist, author, Buddhist meditation Teacher
  • Debby Irving - author of Waking Up White
  • Michael Singer - Spiritual Teacher
  • Eckard Tolle - Spiritual Teacher
  • Shakti Gawain - pioneer in the field of personal growth and consciousness
  • plus so many more . . .


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