Meet our Team
Yvette Tucholski-Dekeles, LMHC, NBCCH, EMDR Certified
Owner & Clinical Director, South Tampa Therapy & Wellness
Yvette has been a Licensed Mental Health Counselor since 1998 and is the founder of South Tampa Therapy & Wellness. She is EMDR Certified, extensively trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and a Board-Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist. In addition, she is a certified facilitator for Prepare/Enrich, a leading evidence-based program for couples counseling, and she is also trained to screen and diagnose Irlen Syndrome.
Yvette specializes in trauma recovery and couples counseling, drawing on her comprehensive training and decades of experience to provide individualized, evidence-based care that supports healing, growth, and long-term well-being.
Rates
Individual Counseling (Adults 21 and older):
$200 / 60 minutes
Couples Counseling: $250 / 90 minutes (self-pay only for 90 minutes couples session)
Linda Khmelnytska, LMHC, EMDR Certified, and EMDRIA Approved Consultant
Linda is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with extensive experience supporting adults through a wide range of challenges, including PTSD, depression, anxiety, low self-worth, co-dependency, poor personal boundaries, grief, stress, panic attacks, and the unique experiences of adult children of immigrants.
She is an EMDR Consultant and an Amen Clinics Certified Brain Health Coach, integrating advanced trauma-focused care with evidence-based modalities. Depending on each client’s needs, Linda utilizes Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)/Mindfulness, and Clinical Hypnosis to foster healing and resilience.
Linda is fluent in English and Ukrainian, allowing her to provide culturally sensitive care to a diverse client base.
Rates
Individual Counseling (Adults):
$200 / 60 minutes
Victoria Shaw, RMHCI
Victoria is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with experience supporting clients through a variety of challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, and behavioral concerns. She is trained in Virtual EMDR and incorporates additional therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and Person-Centered Therapy to create a tailored treatment plan that meets each client’s unique needs.
Victoria also has experience working with adults on the autism spectrum, providing compassionate, developmentally informed care.
Teletherapy Only
Rates
Individual Counseling (Adolescents and Adults):
$125 / 60 minutes
Kendall Murray, RCSWI
Kendall is a Registered Clinical Social Work Intern dedicated to supporting clients through challenges such as depression, anxiety, substance abuse, social anxiety, self-esteem concerns, trauma, and phobias. She works with adolescents and adults, tailoring her approach to meet the unique needs of each client.
Her therapeutic style integrates a holistic, evidence-based framework, drawing on Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Strengths-Based Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness Practices. With a strong foundation in trauma-informed care, Kendall is committed to ongoing professional development and the use of current, research-supported interventions in her practice.
Rates
Individual Counseling (Adolescents & Adults):
$125 / 60 minutes
Glenda FindlayRose, LMHC
Glenda is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families as they navigate life’s challenges. She provides a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approach, integrating Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).
As an EMDR-trained clinician, Glenda is passionate about helping clients process trauma, manage anxiety, build resilience, and strengthen meaningful connections. Whether guiding families through crisis, providing individual therapy, or addressing trauma-focused needs, she combines empathy, clinical expertise, and deep respect for each client’s unique journey.
Committed to fostering both personal and community growth, Glenda supports transformative change on individual and collective levels.
Rates
Individual Counseling (Adolescents & Adults):
$150 / 60 minutes
Mattie Shaw, RMHCI
Mattie Shaw is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern who works with clients from diverse backgrounds, with a particular focus on young adults. She takes a person-centered approach to therapy, creating a supportive and collaborative environment where clients feel respected, understood, and empowered.
Mattie integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Strengths-Based Therapy, and Narrative Therapy to help clients process their experiences and achieve meaningful personal growth. She is also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), providing clients with a trauma-informed pathway to healing.
Passionate about helping individuals become the best version of themselves, Mattie believes each person is the expert of their own life. Her role is to provide guidance rooted in empathy, clinical insight, and evidence-based practices, while supporting clients in taking the lead on their journey toward healing and self-discovery.
Rates
Individual Counseling (Adolescents & Adults):
$125 / 60 minutes
Mariah Seale, RCSWI
Mariah is a Registered Clinical Social Work Intern with experience supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, stress, and trauma. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and integrates a variety of evidence-based approaches, including Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Behavioral Modification, and Mindfulness-Based Practices.
Mariah has worked with a diverse range of clients, including individuals on the autism spectrum, postpartum clients, young adults, and older adults. She is dedicated to creating a supportive and collaborative therapeutic environment that empowers clients to overcome obstacles, strengthen resilience, and achieve meaningful personal growth.
Rates
Individual Counseling:
$125 / 60 minutes
Savana Shimer, RMHCI
Savana is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with experience supporting clients through a variety of challenges, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, low self-esteem, trauma, stress, and life transitions. She is trained in EMDR and integrates evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to create a collaborative, individualized treatment plan that aligns with each client’s goals and values.
In addition to her clinical work, Savana offers career counseling and exploration for individuals seeking greater clarity, confidence, and fulfillment in their professional lives. She also has experience working with adolescents on the autism spectrum, providing compassionate, developmentally informed care that fosters growth, resilience, and self-understanding. Savana’s approach is grounded in empathy, strength-based, authenticity, and a belief in each person’s capacity for healing and meaningful change.
Rates
Individual Counseling:
$125 / 60 minutes