Michael J Zalewa Lmhc Mac PA

Mending Minds for a Better Future is a professional mental health practice based in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, providing a comprehensive range of clinical services to individuals and families in need. Led by licensed mental health counselor Michael Zalewa, Mending Minds for a Better Future is dedicated to offering compassionate and personalized assessments, evaluations, diagnoses, and treatments for a wide range of psychological and substance-related disorders.

Michael Zalewa is a highly skilled psychotherapist and expert witness with extensive training in the assessment and treatment of severe personality disorders. He is proud to serve the greater Ponte Vedra Beach community by offering his expertise in forensic evaluations and courtroom testimony. Michael's practice is located in the convenient and easily accessible Sawgrass Village and welcomes clients from Ponte Vedra Beach and its surrounding areas.

Clinical Services

At Mending Minds for a Better Future, we specialize in the following conditions and offer tailored treatment plans to help individuals overcome their unique challenges:

• Depression: We employ Cognitive Therapy and medication referrals when necessary to help clients manage and overcome depressive symptoms.
• Anxiety: Utilizing Cognitive Behavioral techniques, we teach our clients to identify and change negative thought patterns, promoting overall well-being and reduced anxiety.
• Dissociative Disorders: Our practice is experienced in the assessment and treatment of Dissociative Identity Disorder and other dissociative disorders, following the latest research in evidence-based therapies.
• Substance Abuse (Non 12-Step): We offer personalized and non-judgmental guidance through recovery, addressing the underlying causes of substance abuse and encouraging healthier coping strategies.
• Borderline Personality Disorder: Applying Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Transference-Focused Psychotherapy, we help individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder regulate their emotions and improve their relationships.

Expert Witness and Forensic Services

In addition to our clinical services, Michael Zalewa is qualified to serve as a psychotherapist and expert witness in both criminal and civil court proceedings. With extensive experience in mental health and substance abuse evaluations, Michael provides invaluable expertise and insight to attorneys, judges, and other legal professionals. His consultation services extend to the areas of criminal competency, insanity, mental health, and substance abuse evaluations, enabling a fair and thorough understanding of the individual's mental state during the alleged offense.

Michael Zalewa: Credentials and Memberships

• Licensed Mental Health Counselor (#MH 5840) under Chapter 491 of the Florida Statutes
• Designated as a National Certified Counselor (#72441)
• Master Addiction Counselor
• Substance Abuse Professional
• Certified Forensic Examiner in the State of Florida
• Member of the Florida Mental Health Counselors Association, National Board for Certified Counselors, International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation, Florida Bar, and Florida Lawyers Assistance Program

Schedule an Appointment Today

Whether you're seeking guidance for a psychological, substance-related, or forensic matter, Mending Minds for a Better Future is dedicated to providing highly personalized and compassionate care. Contact us today at (904) 493-4067 to schedule your appointment and take the first step toward a brighter future.