Dee Franklin, M.A., Life Consultant,
Nest Support Group Facilitator
Dee holds a Master of Arts in Psychology from Wits University, in Johannesburg South Africa. She has been licensed with the HPCSA since 2007 as a Traumatologist and counselor, and brings with her to the United States a variety of effective skills and gentle expertise. Dee earned a dual Bachelor of Arts (cum laude) in Psychology and Socio-cultural Anthropology from Wits, and continued up the ranks of higher education to a Masters level with the same institution. During this time she obtained teaching experience in the field of personality psychology & clinical interventions. She also championed a ‘Big Brother Big Sister South Africa’ initiative for these students, and coordinated their involvement with the BBBS organization. Dee has worked with individuals and couples focusing on a variety of topics such as anxiety, depression, divorce reactions, relationship issues and lifestyle adaptations. She has specialized skills in the treatment and healing of eating disorders, trauma, abuse, bereavement and loss. Dee is currently employed as a primary therapist at one of the country’s premiere Eating Disorder facilities, treating women of all ages at a residential and intensive outpatient level of care. Dee is working at the Center for Cre8tive Consciousness as a Life Consultant.
The Center for Cre8tive Consciousness
About Us ...
Dr. DeLeo and Dr. Marchando had a vision in 2008 to cre8te a center where various clinicians could focus their work on helping those who struggle with the effects of trauma, the eating disorders, the addictions, and various mental health issues in a comfortable therapeutic setting.
The symbol of infinity, "8", was added to The Center's name in order to represent the unbounded limits of the power of the human psyche, spirit, and the capacity individuals have to cre8te change in their lives.
Together with our consultants, we thank you in advance for considering our expertise and sincerely hope to see you in group or therapy soon.
Gina L Marchando DMFT, LMFT, CHt
Dr. Marchando is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist; Board Certified Hypnotherapist; Certified Incorporation Therapist; and created the first internet based project for partners of individuals who have a history of trauma/abuse, entited "The P.I.N.W.H.E.A.L. Project" (Partners in Wholeness & Healing). Gina earned a Bachelor of Art degree from Washington & Jefferson College (PA) in art and psychology and continued on in her pursuit of higher education earning her Masters of Science degree in Marraige & Family Therapy from Nova Southeastern University where she is also currently a doctoral candidate. She has extensive experience working with the full spectrum of dissociative disorders, including dissociative identity disorder. While Dr. Marchando has worked with individuals, couples and families in treatment on a variety of issues, she has specialized experience in the treatment of PTSD, and working with survivors of trauma/abuse. She has experience working in one of the country's premiere trauma programs before transitioning into private practice. When Dr. Marchando is not at The Center for Cre8tive Consciousness, she can be found as a lead trauma clinician at a local intensive outpatient treatment program located in Hollywood, Florida .
Dr. Marchando is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist; Board Certified Hypnotherapist; Certified Incorporation Therapist; and created the first internet based project for partners of individuals who have a history of trauma/abuse, entited "The P.I.N.W.H.E.A.L. Project" (Partners in Wholeness & Healing). Gina earned a Bachelor of Art degree from Washington & Jefferson College (PA) in art and psychology and continued on in her pursuit of higher education earning her Masters of Science degree in Marraige & Family Therapy from Nova Southeastern University where she is also currently a doctoral candidate. She has extensive experience working with the full spectrum of dissociative disorders, including dissociative identity disorder. While Dr. Marchando has worked with individuals, couples and families in treatment on a variety of issues, she has specialized experience in the treatment of PTSD, and working with survivors of trauma/abuse. She has experience working in one of the country's premiere trauma programs before transitioning into private practice. When Dr. Marchando is not at The Center for Cre8tive Consciousness, she can be found as a lead trauma clinician at a local intensive outpatient treatment program located in Hollywood, Florida .
Nicolle A. DeLeo LMHC, PsyD,
D.A.A.E.T.S
Dr. DeLeo holds her clinical doctorate in Psychology from Nova Southeastern University and is a Diplomat of the American Academy of Traumatic Stress Experts in collaboration with the National Crisis Center. She currently maintains private practice as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida while acting as a primary therapist at the Oliver Pyatt Centers in Miami. Since 2002, Dr. DeLeo has had extensive clinical training and has practiced at various levels of care while treating a broad range of psychopathology. Her specialties include the treatment of individuals suffering from various types of eating disorders including Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge Eating Disorder. Furthermore, she has spent a considerable amount of her clinical practice helping individuals to cope with both acute and complex post-traumatic stress reactions. Specifically, helping those individuals struggling with the effects of childhood sexual abuse and the disorders of dissociation. Dr. DeLeo often publicly presents on topics including the eating disorders, trauma, and suicide prevention and postvention. Using an integrative approach to treatment, Dr. DeLeo blends her psychodynamic orientation with the most cutting edge empirically validated approaches in order to best meet the needs of each individual she works with.
Bet Shaddinger MS, NCC, CHt
Registered MFT Intern FL, Registered MHC Intern FL
Bet has a Dual Master’s of Science degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling from Content copyright 2009 - 2011">2009 - 2011. Center for Cre8tive Consciousness">Center for Cre8tive Consciousness. All rights reserved.
