Personal Growth Counseling

Personal Growth Counseling In-office therapy in St. Petersburg, FL and telehealth therapy offered across Florida. Hi, my name is Lisa Abdalla. I offer counseling to adults 18 and older.

I have a Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and a Masters Degree in Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling, both from the University of South Florida. I'm a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern (RMHCI). I've worked in the field of psychology, for the past 20 years. My focus is helping people dealing with anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder, PTSD (trauma), Autism, and ADHD. I specialize in Autism Mental Health Counseling.

Sometimes it’s the only thing that can help.
02/20/2026

Sometimes it’s the only thing that can help.

A nice reminder… Sometimes mental wellbeing is directly related to thinking there’s control, where there isn’t.
02/13/2026

A nice reminder… Sometimes mental wellbeing is directly related to thinking there’s control, where there isn’t.

Yes!
02/02/2026

Yes!

Self-compassion is a powerful practice that can transform how we relate to ourselves. Here are four simple yet profound ways to bring more kindness and care into your life:

1️⃣ Ask yourself, 'What do I need?': Pause for a moment and check in. Do you need rest, reassurance, movement, or connection? Listening to yourself with curiosity and care is a powerful act of self-compassion.

2️⃣ Treat Yourself Like a Friend: Speak to yourself with the same kindness and understanding you’d offer a dear friend.

3️⃣ Supportive Touch: A gentle hand on your heart or a comforting self-hug can soothe and ground you in moments of distress.

4️⃣ Write a Self-Compassionate Letter: Put pen to paper and offer yourself words of comfort and encouragement, just as you would to someone you love.


🌸 Have you tried any of these self-compassion practices? Share your favorite one below!

It’s okay…
01/31/2026

It’s okay…

01/30/2026

Occasional anxiety is an expected part of life. But anxiety disorders involve more than temporary worry or fear. Learn more about anxiety disorders—like generalized anxiety disorder—and how to get help for yourself or for others: samhsa.gov/anxiety

A beautiful reminder....
01/13/2026

A beautiful reminder....

Things to remember:

One of my favorite approaches with clients is using Narrative Therapy. This is your life, your story.        ❤️
01/04/2026

One of my favorite approaches with clients is using Narrative Therapy. This is your life, your story. ❤️

Don’t forget self-care during the holidays. 🎄☃️🥰
12/19/2025

Don’t forget self-care during the holidays. 🎄☃️🥰

Note to self.
12/06/2025

Note to self.

Great ideas!
12/05/2025

Great ideas!

Here’s some good ideas of what to do when triggered.
12/04/2025

Here’s some good ideas of what to do when triggered.

Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!
11/25/2025

Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!

Address

600 1st Avenue N Unit 231
Saint Petersburg, FL
33701

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 6pm
Tuesday 11am - 6pm
Wednesday 11am - 6pm
Thursday 11am - 6pm
Friday 11am - 5pm

Telephone

(727)3420535

Website

https://personal-growth.sessionshealth.com/

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