Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapy Center in Plantation, FL
At Saponaro Lisa PHD, we provide a comprehensive range of psychotherapy and assessment services tailored to meet diverse mental health needs. Our team of licensed psychologists and mental health professionals brings decades of combined experience in individual, couples, family, and group therapy, alongside specialized forensic family services. We prioritize creating a safe, welcoming environment where clients can explore thoughts and behaviors with professional guidance. Our practice integrates evidence-based approaches to address anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions. We offer psychological testing for diagnostic clarity and personalized treatment planning, including services for ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and giftedness assessments.Our collaborative divorce and child specialist services support families navigating complex transitions with compassion and expertise. We maintain strong partnerships with legal and healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care. With virtual and in-person options available, we strive to make mental health support accessible across Broward County. Our commitment to continuous professional development ensures clients receive the most current and effective therapeutic interventions available.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Forensic Family Services
Family Therapy
Group Therapy
Psychological Evaluation
Parenting Skills Group
Collaborative Divorce
Child Specialist Services
Mediation Services
Highlights and features
- Our team includes licensed psychologists with decades of combined clinical experience
- We offer specialized forensic family services including collaborative divorce support
- We provide comprehensive psychological testing for accurate diagnostic assessments
- Our practice integrates evidence-based approaches for anxiety and depression treatment
- We maintain partnerships with legal and healthcare professionals for holistic care
Services
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy provides a safe space to explore personal challenges with professional guidance. Our licensed therapists help clients address anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions through evidence-based approaches. Sessions focus on developing coping strategies, improving self-awareness, and creating positive behavioral changes tailored to each client's unique needs.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling helps partners improve communication and resolve conflicts effectively. Our therapists work with couples at any relationship stage to rebuild trust, enhance intimacy, and develop conflict resolution skills. The process addresses issues like infidelity, financial stress, and parenting disagreements while fostering mutual understanding and relationship satisfaction.
Forensic Family Services
Forensic family services bridge mental health and legal needs during family transitions. Our specialists provide child custody evaluations, collaborative divorce support, and court-ordered assessments. We offer expert testimony and therapeutic interventions that prioritize children's well-being while helping families navigate complex legal and emotional challenges with professional objectivity.
Family Therapy
Family therapy addresses relationship dynamics and communication patterns within households. Our therapists help families identify problematic behaviors, improve emotional connections, and develop healthier interaction strategies. The process works with all family configurations to resolve conflicts, manage behavioral issues, and strengthen relationships through structured therapeutic interventions.
Psychological Evaluation
Psychological evaluations provide comprehensive assessments for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. Our specialists use standardized tests to evaluate cognitive abilities, emotional functioning, and behavioral patterns. Services include ADHD screenings, autism spectrum assessments, educational testing, and personality evaluations that inform personalized treatment approaches and academic accommodations.
People
Lisa Saponaro
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Lisa Saponaro specializes in collaborative divorce processes and child custody evaluations. With extensive experience in forensic psychology, she provides expert mental health support during family transitions while maintaining active clinical practice in individual therapy.
Michelle Schultz Albano
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Michelle Schultz Albano offers evidence-based therapy for anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. Her practice focuses on cognitive-behavioral approaches and trauma-informed care, helping clients develop practical coping strategies for improved mental wellness.
Oren Shibi
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Oren Shibi specializes in treating mood disorders and life transitions. He employs integrative therapeutic approaches to help clients build resilience and develop healthier coping mechanisms for managing stress and emotional challenges.
Scott Weinstein
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Scott Weinstein provides comprehensive psychological assessments and therapy services. His expertise includes diagnostic evaluations and evidence-based treatments for anxiety disorders, depression, and behavioral concerns across the lifespan.
Alayjah Anderson
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Alayjah Anderson specializes in trauma recovery and cultural competency in mental health care. She offers culturally sensitive therapy approaches that address racial trauma, identity issues, and systemic stressors impacting psychological well-being.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, group therapy, psychological evaluations, and forensic family services including collaborative divorce support.
How does collaborative divorce work?
Collaborative divorce offers a non-adversarial approach where both parties work with trained professionals to create mutually acceptable agreements without court involvement.
What types of psychological testing are available?
We offer cognitive assessments, ADHD evaluations, autism spectrum disorder screenings, educational testing, and personality assessments using standardized tools.
Do you provide virtual therapy options?
Yes, we offer virtual therapy sessions for clients across Broward County through secure telehealth platforms.
