Excelsis Behavioral Health

12/18/2025

We’re really excited to be collaborating with Habitat for Humanity International to support local families as they settle into their new homes this holiday season. Being able to provide warm holiday meals is a small but meaningful way to help families start creating new traditions and memories in a place that’s finally their own. There’s something special about sharing a meal in a new home, especially after so much hard work and waiting.

Partner with us: https://www.habitathillsborough.org/

12/16/2025

We talk about trauma a lot—but what if calling everything trauma is actually making healing harder?
This piece breaks down a powerful distinction: most emotional pain is a wound, not trauma, and naming it accurately can calm the nervous system instead of keeping it stuck in survival mode.
When we match the right language to the right kind of pain, healing stops feeling overwhelming and starts feeling possible.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/traumatization-and-its-aftermath/202511/why-calling-everything-trauma-makes-healing-harder

12/12/2025

The holidays are quickly upon us, and with them can come added pressure, stress, and strain on relationships, especially with our partners. Between family dynamics, packed schedules, and unmet expectations, even strong connections can feel stretched thin this time of year. Tom is now onboarding new patients for relationship counseling and s*x therapy, offering a supportive space to slow things down and reconnect with intention.

If the season is bringing more tension than joy, this could be a meaningful moment to invest in your relationship and your well-being.

www.excelsisbehavioralhealth.com

12/09/2025

Building doesn’t have to feel rigid or punishing, sometimes the easiest path is simply falling in love with a hobby that naturally shapes your routine. Research shows that the right hobby can replace unhelpful habits, create healthy structure, and even build your tolerance for stress in a grounded way. If you’ve been craving more stability or motivation, this might be the perfect season to explore something that feels purposeful and energizing.

What hobby has been calling your name lately?

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/in-practice/202512/5-types-of-hobbies-that-can-build-self-discipline

12/03/2025

We’re excited to talk about our Women’s Emotional Regulation Group, a supportive, therapist-led space designed to help women better understand, manage, and express their emotions in healthy, empowering ways.

In today’s world, many women carry a quiet heaviness—balancing work, relationships, family dynamics, and personal expectations all at once. It can feel overwhelming, isolating, or even frustrating when emotions seem hard to control or communicate. This group was created to remind women that they don’t have to navigate any of that alone. Virtual Cohort Sign-ups are now open!!

12/02/2025

Today we honor and recognize the strength of everyone living with a chronic illness, reminding each other that this journey never has to be walked alone. Getting a can feel overwhelming and scary, but person-centered care is built to hold you with compassion, clarity, and support. Working with a therapist who coordinates with psychiatry, primary care, and specialist teams creates a holistic circle of care that helps you feel grounded and informed.

You deserve a community that sees you, stands with you, and helps you move forward with .

www.excelsisbehavioralhealth.com

11/27/2025

11/21/2025

Feeling stretched thin as the year winds down? You're not alone, and your mental health deserves support too. Excelsis is in-network with most major insurance plans and currently accepting new patients, with availability for appointments that fit your schedule.

Miguel Alvarez, MSW, RCSWI, brings a trauma-informed, identity-affirming approach to therapy and is passionate about helping clients build clarity and resilience. Connect with us today to take the next step toward care that aligns with who you are and where you're headed.

www.excelsisbehavioralhealth.com

11/20/2025

Today, on , we honor the lives lost to anti-trans violence and reflect on what it means to offer truly care. At Excelsis, we challenge traditional counseling environments by centering voices in how care is delivered, not just included, but affirmed through representation, cultural responsiveness, and collaborative language.

11/20/2025

We’re proud to partner with Habitat for Humanity Hillsborough County as they continue their mission of supporting families and building stronger futures. Together, we share a vision of holistic care—supporting not just homes, but the wellbeing of the people who live in them. This week, we’re honored to provide Thanksgiving meals to new homeowners benefiting from Habitat’s incredible build projects, and we’re grateful to celebrate this season of giving side by side.
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Habitat for Humanity

11/14/2025

Verla’s Women’s emotional regulation group was created from a heartfelt desire to give women a safe, nurturing space to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with themselves. Drawing from her background in mental health counseling, trauma-informed care, and DBT, Verla helps women build resilience, set boundaries, and navigate life’s challenges with compassion and authenticity. As both a clinician and a mother, she deeply understands the pressure women face to care for others while neglecting their own needs. Through this group, she encourages women to honor their emotions, embrace progress over perfection, and rediscover their strength. Her hope is that every woman who joins leaves feeling seen, supported, and reminded that their voices and healing matter.

11/11/2025

Today, we honor and celebrate our veterans. Thank you for your courage, service, and the sacrifices you’ve made to protect our freedom and community.