Trauma, CPTSD, and BPD Therapist in Boca Raton, FL
You may feel like your emotions take over faster than you can manage them, leaving you overwhelmed, reactive, or exhausted after even small interactions.
Services available virtually throughout Florida
You find yourself stuck in painful relationship cycles
Fearing rejection or abandonment, overthinking conversations, or replaying things you wish you had said differently.
Even when you try to stay calm or “do the right thing,” old patterns of anger, shutdown, anxiety, or self-doubt keep showing up.
Deep down, you may feel disconnected from yourself, unsure of who you are without the intensity, chaos, or constant emotional effort it takes just to get through the day.
You may benefit from a trauma therapist in Boca Raton if…
I specialize in working with teens and adults who feel overwhelmed by their emotions, struggle with relationships, or are navigating the lasting effects of difficult experiences. If you find yourself overthinking conversations, worrying about what others think, fearing rejection, struggling with anger, reacting intensely to situations, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, therapy can help. Whether you're navigating the pressures of adolescence, managing complicated relationships, or trying to make sense of experiences that continue to affect your daily life, you deserve support that meets you where you are.
Through a combination of EMDR, DBT-informed, CBT, and trauma-informed therapy, I help clients understand their emotions, process difficult experiences, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and develop healthier relationship patterns. Together, we work to strengthen emotional regulation, build effective coping and communication skills, increase self-confidence, and find practical ways to navigate everyday challenges. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and practical, creating a space where teens and adults can feel heard without judgment while developing the tools to feel more confident, emotionally balanced, connected, and empowered in their lives.
Let’s connect—schedule your free consultation here!
Meet Dr. Amanda Werdann- Mendez, DSW, LCSW
BPD & Trauma Therapist in Boca Raton, FL
My Approach to Therapy
EMDR Therapy
A core part of my approach. This evidence-based treatment helps the brain process and resolve traumatic experiences, reducing emotional intensity, shifting negative beliefs, and easing body-based trauma responses.
Mindfulness
The practice of noticing your thoughts, emotions, and body sensations with curiosity and without judgment. I use mindfulness to help clients build awareness of their internal experiences, regulate their nervous system, and respond with intention rather than react automatically.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Identify and challenge negative beliefs that no longer serve you. Together, we will reframe your thoughts, develop healthier patterns, and create practical strategies for lasting change.
Psychoeducation
Understand the mind-body connection behind your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. We explore how patterns formed as adaptive responses, often rooted in early experiences, and how they served a purpose.
Self Advocacy
Build healthier relationships by strengthening your confidence to assert yourself, set and maintain boundaries without guilt, clearly identify your needs, and express what you want with honesty, clarity, and respectful firmness.
Solution Focused/ Strength Based
I use these approaches to guide therapy. Together, we identify your strengths and past successes to create practical strategies and achievable goals, helping you build confidence, make progress, and navigate challenges more effectively.
Education & Qualifications
Doctorate in Social Work (DSW) — Barry University
Master of Social Work (MSW) — Barry University
Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) — Florida Atlantic University
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Qualified Supervisor for Registered Clinical Social Work Interns
Specialized Training in Trauma-Informed Care
Training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Qualified Supervision for Registered Social Work Interns in Boca Raton, FL
Congratulations on completing your Master’s Degree and starting your journey toward licensure! This is an important stage of professional growth, offering opportunities to deepen your clinical knowledge while building confidence in your work with clients. Supervision with me will provide a collaborative and supportive environment where you can explore your challenges, enhance your clinical skills, and develop a strong foundation for your career!
Our work together will focus on clinical case consultation and strengthening your therapeutic approach. I strive to create a space where you feel supported, challenged, and empowered as you continue to grow into a skilled, self-assured therapist.
Me Outside of Therapy
Outside of being a therapist, I love spending time hiking, kayaking, paddleboarding, or simply enjoying nature. I have a small garden on my patio and have plants in my house that bring me joy. Staying active is important to me, I also enjoy going to the gym and challenging myself in new ways. I'm currently learning to play the guitar, which has been a fun reminder that growth comes from being willing to be a beginner.
I also enjoy painting, gardening, and unwinding with video games. Above all, I value the relationships in my life. I love spending time with my husband, our two cats, and my family and friends. They keep me grounded and remind me of what matters most. I recently started playing Dungeons & Dragons with my friends, where I get to be creative and imaginative.
Having interests and passions outside of my career helps me show up as a more present, balanced, and compassionate therapist. Therapy is built on a genuine human connection, and while I'm here to provide evidence-based care and professional support, I'm also a real person who understands the importance of finding joy, meaning, and balance in everyday life.
Contact Me
If you are interested and feel what you have read speaks to you - I’d love to connect.
The next step is a 15-minute consultation which will give us a chance to talk briefly about what’s bringing you to therapy, what you’re hoping to gain, and to ask any questions you may have. Together, we’ll explore whether working together feels like the right fit for you.
You can provide your information here or contact me at:
Email: Dr.amandaw@protonmail.com
Phone Number: (954) 765-9247