Meet our Team

Heidi Guevara, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Qualified Supervisor in the state of Florida and Founder of Harvesting Joy Counseling in Coral Gables, Florida.

Thank you for taking your first step!

It’s important for me to build trust with you at the beginning of our relationship to help you open up and share some of those things that are negatively impacting you today.

To the individual who hears that voice in their head saying, “you are not good enough” or “If I try a little harder, maybe they will notice me”.

Sometimes it feels that those thoughts are true and we live our life limiting ourselves. However, there is always an alternative.

You are not alone!

In therapy, we can work together to undue some of those negative self-bashing thoughts, become self-aware of when it happens, learn healthy thinking patterns to help you feel better and strengthen your communication skills so you can express your needs and wants.

About Heidi:

I earned my Bachelor’s Degree at the University of Miami in Psychology. Then went on to earn my Master’s Degree in Counseling from Nova Southeastern University.

My passion is working with individuals and couples. My goal is to improve your well-being and impact each of you by planting seeds of hope, self-love, and acceptance. I want to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.

Individual Therapy:

Although I tailor my approach to fit the needs of each client, the theoretical approach I utilize is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Client-Centered Techniques. I assist my clients to become self-aware and identify the negative cognitive distortions that are causing fear, stress, uncertainly, self-doubt, and anger. I love to teach clients skills to undue the default pathways and to develop more positive and healthy thinking patterns.

I am an EMDRIA Certified Therapist. EMDR is a model of therapy that is widely regarded as one of the most effective treatments for PTSD, phobias, anxiety, and other psychological conditions. Through my work with EMDR and witnessing its powerful impact on clients, I’ve become increasingly curious about Internal Family Systems (IFS) and how it can complement trauma healing. I am currently undergoing IFS training and integrating its principles into my practice to help clients explore and heal the deeper parts of themselves that often carry pain, protect, or hold onto outdated beliefs. Combining EMDR and IFS allows for a more holistic approach—helping clients build self-awareness, compassion, and connection to their inner world.

Clinical Supervison: I am a Qualified Supervisor for Mental Health Counselors in the state of Florida. I am currently accepting Mental Health Counseling (MHC) Registered Interns for clinical supervision. Please e-mail me for more information hgharvestingjoycounseling@gmail.com

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You are the author of your story.

Maisie Daughtry, Mental Health Counselor

A message to you:

I’m a Master’s student earning my degree in Professional Counseling at Florida International University committed to helping individuals and couples get help for issues that are affecting their life.

I believe that we as individuals have everything we need inside of us to live full and fulfilling lives. Because we have everything we need, I believe that therapy is about promoting self-awareness and handling hard topics with compassion.

In sessions together we will examine how your thoughts, feelings, and actions interact to dismantle harmful patterns that leave you feeling stuck.

I’m passionate about creating a non-judgemental space for clients to identify goals for their life and develop a plan to reach them. My approach centers on mindfulness, self-acceptance, and a warm atmosphere.

Maisie offers therapy:

Online or in-person
In English
For Adults and Children

Melanie Jordan, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

A message to you:

I help individuals navigating anxiety, identity struggles, and relationship challenges to find clarity, build confidence, and foster meaningful connections by providing a compassionate, non-judgmental space where they can process emotions, strengthen communication, and develop healthier coping strategies.

Melanie Jordan offers therapy:

● In: English

● Available: Online & In-person

● For: Emerging adults, Individuals facing life transitions, and those seeking stronger

relationships

Specialties:

● Anxiety & Adjustment

● Identity Exploration

● Relationship Issues

Ricardo Almonte, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Qualified Supervisor in the state of Florida

A message to you:

I am clinically trained to support individuals navigating challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and men's issues. I’m particularly passionate about breaking the stigma surrounding men’s mental health, creating a space where men can feel seen, understood, and empowered to prioritize their emotional well-being.

In our sessions, we’ll explore thought patterns and behaviors that influence your mood, relationships, and daily experiences. Together, we’ll develop personalized strategies to enhance your overall quality of life. Therapy is not just about managing symptoms but about fostering self-awareness and meaningful growth.

My approach integrates evidence-based techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness, along with existential and person-centered methods. These allow us to tailor the therapeutic journey to your unique needs.

I believe therapy is an opportunity to connect with yourself on a deeper level, helping you feel grounded, supported, and equipped to face life’s challenges with resilience and clarity.

Ricardo offers therapy:

In English & Spanish
Throughout the State of Florida
Both online and in person
For adults

Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Stress

Heidi Guevara, M.S.

Maisie Daughtry

Melanie Jordan, M.S.

Ricardo Almonte, M.S.