Women’s Mental Health: Navigating Challenges & Breaking Barriers

Meredith Press is committed to helping individuals across Florida improve their mental health through a comprehensive approach that combines therapy and medication management. At LifeStance Health, she supports patients from early childhood through late adulthood, offering personalized treatment for a wide range of conditions. Meredith brings warmth, clinical skill, and a deep understanding of human behavior to each session, creating a safe space where patients feel heard and supported. Meredith specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and ADHD, and works closely with individuals to understand how these challenges impact daily functioning, relationships, and overall well-being. Whether helping a child regulate emotions, guiding a teen through difficult transitions, or supporting an adult through work and life stressors, she applies evidence-based practices to promote real and lasting change. Her integrated care model often includes both Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness strategies, paired with thoughtful medication management when appropriate. She has a strong interest in supporting individuals dealing with alcohol and drug use issues, providing compassionate, judgment-free care that addresses the underlying emotional and psychological patterns contributing to substance misuse. Meredith also supports individuals experiencing post-partum depression, sleep issues, and bipolar disorder, and has experience working with first responders navigating high-stress environments and trauma-related symptoms. In addition to her primary areas of focus, she offers care for additional concerns, using a thoughtful and individualized approach. Outside of her work, Meredith enjoys spending time with her two children and their beloved cat. She finds joy in embracing the playful energy of childhood and cherishes the moments of laughter and imagination that come with parenting.

Dr. Ara Lambert, PsyD, creates an individual experience for each client. Her overall goal is for clients to feel heard, seen, and know they have support. She is flexible, easygoing, straightforward, and enjoys utilizing humor to help process the hard stuff. Dr. Lambert earned an undergraduate degree from Illinois Wesleyan University and a PsyD in clinical psychology from Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She’s worked as a licensed clinical psychologist at various health systems serving clients in both individual and group settings. In therapy, Dr. Lambert integrates many modalities to help clients accomplish their goals. Techniques may include CBT, DBT, mindfulness techniques, trauma processing, art therapy, and play therapy. She treats people of all ages with substance abuse, PTSD/Trauma, anxiety, depression, and more. Dr. Lambert is also a trained/certified shamanic practitioner and enjoys exploring what role spirituality and energy has in healing the mind and body. Dr. Lambert has been a guest speaker on our podcast and has contributed to several articles. You can see them all here: https://lifestance.com/podcasts/womens-mental-health-navigating-challenges-breaking-barriers/ https://lifestance.com/podcasts/shamanism/ https://lifestance.com/podcasts/cultivating-gratitude/ https://lifestance.com/blog/family-estrangement-over-politics-therapist-advice/ https://lifestance.com/blog/relationship-attachment-styles/

Nicholette Leanza, LPCC-S, is an experienced clinical counselor with a diverse range of expertise. Her specializations include trauma, LGBTQ+, ADHD, and overall mental health and wellbeing. Embracing a holistic treatment philosophy, Nicholette skillfully integrates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and psychodynamic approaches to tailor treatment to each client's unique needs. As a faculty member for the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program at John Carroll University, Nicholette contributes to shaping the next generation of mental health professionals. She also hosts the LifeStance podcast "Convos from the Couch," where she engages in informative discussions with leading mental health professionals to guide listeners towards healthier, more fulfilling lives. Beyond her professional endeavors, she embraces life's joys through quality time with loved ones and indulges her adventurous spirit through hiking, biking, and exploring new destinations.

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