Sandplay Therapists in Cape Coral, FL

Monica Buttafava is child and adolescent counseling expert who has been working in the field of mental health since 1996. She is devoted to helping children, teens, young adults and their families who are struggling with life's various difficulties traumas and adversities. Monica provides therapy with care and compassion give every individual a greater self-understanding and feel more securely adjusted at home, at school, and with their peers.

The Center for Specialized Psychology (CSP) specializes in treating adult women, as well as children, couples and families. At CSP our therapists provide treatment through a trauma-informed approach, offering a safe, nonjudgemental and empowering perspective for all clients.

If you are here, it’s probably because something’s just not right - you're feeling anxious, depressed or having problems with relationships, school, or work. If you are feeling stuck or disconnected from your relationship with others or yourself, you are in the right place to begin healing. I provide support, accountability, and specific tools to navigate difficult situations. I am passionate about helping teens and adults manage difficult emotions, process relationship stressors, and overcome trauma. I have current availability for in person or online therapy and would love to chat with you to see if working together feels like it could be a good fit.

I like to work with the wisdom of the body to help us find what already lives inside, but has just been hidden or lost. I believe we already have within us everything we need. I have many tools in my toolbelt; we'll work together to find what approach works the best for you and your unique spirit. I have traversed many pathways of light and dark myself, so will meet you right where you are, and help find your way back to wholeness.

My practice offers a calm, thoughtful space where you can slow down, feel understood, and explore what truly matters to you. I work collaboratively and at your pace, helping you gain insight and emotional stability. If your ready for meaningful, supportive change with challenges you then I invite you to reach out to me.

Cape Coral is one of Florida's fastest-growing cities, a sprawling canal city in Lee County whose rapid expansion has been driven by retirees, seasonal residents, and younger families relocating from higher cost-of-living states. The city was among the hardest hit by Hurricane Ian in 2022, and climate-related anxiety, disaster trauma, and the psychological stress of rebuilding remain significant mental health concerns for many residents. The city's heavily suburban, car-dependent geography means therapy is primarily delivered through private practices and telehealth, as public transit options are limited. Common therapy themes include grief, relationship stress, anxiety, adjustment challenges for new residents, and the mental health pressures of managing life in a rapidly developing, disaster-affected coastal community.

Gender ID

	59%	Female
	27%	Male
	7%	Gender Fluid
	7%	Non-Binary

Session Type

100%

In Person and Online

Top Specialties

100%	Anxiety or Fears
100%	Depression
100%	Stress
89%	Child or Adolescent Issues
89%	Trauma and PTSD
78%	ADHD
78%	Loss or Grief

Ages Served

100%	Adult
89%	Teen
78%	Children
78%	Young Adult
56%	Senior

Client Focus

56%	Women
44%	Christian
44%	LGBTQ+
44%	Men
44%	Military / Veterans

Sandplay therapists in Cape Coral, FL

Monica Buttafava

Center for Specialized Psychology

Michaela Decker

Cherie Felzer, Weaving Pathways

Katrina Brown

Sandplay Therapy therapists in Cape Coral, FL Statistics

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Accept insurance

Offer sliding scale