Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes, MSW, LCSW-QS, PMH-C
I’ve dedicated my career to supporting individuals and families through some of life’s most overwhelming and transformative moments. As someone who understands both the emotional weight and the unspoken expectations placed on parents and caregivers, I know this journey isn’t always what you imagined. Whether you’re facing fertility struggles, navigating pregnancy after loss, adjusting to life after birth, or simply trying to remember who you are amidst the demands of parenting—I’m here for it. All of it.
We’ll talk honestly about the parts no one warned you about—the guilt, the resentment, the fear, and the pressure to “bounce back” when you barely feel like yourself. Don’t worry, we’ll cuss, we might cry, and there’s absolutely no need to filter your feelings. I’ll hold space for the dark moments, the intrusive thoughts, and even the things you’re afraid to say out loud. And through it all, I’ll help you find your footing again.
I specialize in processing trauma, whether from previous birth experiences, pregnancy loss, fertility treatments, or painful life events that are resurfacing now. I also help with the big life adjustments—starting or growing your family, navigating changes in your relationships, recovering from the mental and physical toll of childbirth, managing shifts in identity and career, and even deciding whether parenting is the right path for you. And if you’re coping in ways that aren’t helping anymore—numbing out with food, alcohol, shopping, or scrolling endlessly—I offer support without judgment.
In addition to my work with parents and caregivers, I also serve as a clinical director at a local non-profit and provide mentorship to new therapists entering the field. Throughout my career, I’ve worked in diverse settings—from medical social work and community mental health to inpatient hospitals and outpatient therapy. What I’ve learned is this: no one is ever too far gone, too broken, or beyond help.
At the end of the day, my goal is simple—to help you believe that a life worth living is still possible, and together, we’ll take the next best step toward it.
Tania S. Gorham, MS, LMFT-QS
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Qualified Supervisor, I specialize in supporting women—particularly mothers and new parents—through the unique emotional challenges of pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, and the everyday demands of raising a family.
My clinical focus centers on perinatal mental health, motherhood, anxiety, executive functioning, and healing from generational trauma. I provide a warm, inclusive, and trauma-informed space for clients to process, grow, and find balance—whether they are navigating early parenthood, breaking toxic cycles, or simply feeling overwhelmed. In addition to therapy,
I also supervise Registered Marriage and Family Therapy Interns and Registered Mental Health Counseling Interns, guiding the next generation of clinicians with compassion and clarity.
Jessica Reis, Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern
As a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern in the state of Florida, I work with couples and individuals who want to build deeper intimacy, improve communication, and feel more aligned in their relationships. My clinical approach is grounded in helping clients understand the patterns that keep them feeling stuck and supporting them as they create more secure, connected, and fulfilling partnerships.
My work focuses on relationship dynamics, including desire discrepancies, emotional disconnection, infidelity recovery, prenatal and postpartum transitions, and financial stress within partnerships. Many of the clients I support are navigating recurring conflict, distance, or resentment, and are ready to rebuild trust, strengthen communication, and reconnect both emotionally and physically.
I integrate systemic, attachment-based, and somatic frameworks to create a collaborative and supportive space where clients can explore their experiences, develop insight, and move toward lasting change. In addition to my clinical training, I am an AASECT certified sex therapist and certified financial therapist, which allows me to support the often intertwined emotional, relational, and practical aspects of partnership.
Outside of my clinical work, I enjoy long walks, practicing yoga, and prioritizing movement as part of my ongoing commitment to embodiment and overall well-being.
Selena Holston-Gabriel, Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern
As a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern at Monarch Counseling, working toward full licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida, I am deeply committed to the holistic well-being of individuals and families, and I strive to use the therapeutic relationship as a space for hope, healing, and meaningful growth.
I have a strong interest in maternal mental health and supporting individuals navigating the emotional and identity shifts that can come with pregnancy, postpartum, and family life transitions. I am especially passionate about working with women, children, and adolescents who are navigating crisis, trauma, or significant life changes.
My approach prioritizes a strong, supportive therapist-client relationship and is grounded in a trauma-informed lens. I integrate evidence-based modalities such as DBT, CBT, attachment-based therapy, polyvagal-informed work (to better understand anxiety and the nervous system), and solution-focused treatment. For clients who are interested, I also offer spiritual integration from a Christian perspective.
I have completed additional training in anxiety, Gottman Level 1, Prepare-Enrich for couples, and Psychological First Aid.
I earned my Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Asbury Theological Seminary. In addition to my clinical work, I am a children’s author, youth advocate, international relief and missions mobilizer, community organizer, Christian minister, and change catalyst. I have spent many years serving children and families through international relief efforts, compassionate ministry, global missions partnerships, and community development projects both in the United States and throughout Latin America.
Dr. Limary Lorenzo PhD, Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern (Bilingual)
As a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern at Monarch Counseling, I have over 20 years of experience working with families and mothers. I hold advanced training in perinatal and postpartum mental health through Postpartum Support International. I support clients navigating grief, fertility, and reproductive journeys.
Originally from Puerto Rico, I offer bilingual services in English and Spanish as a native Spanish speaker. I provide culturally sensitive, ethical, care to immigrant, high achiever professionals.
I am trained in trauma and somatic techniques, including Brainspotting, Flash Therapy, Mindfulness, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I am very happy and eager to serve the community of mothers and professionals in Orlando and throughout Florida.
Tengo más de 20 años de experiencia trabajando con familias y madres. Poseo adiestramiento avanzado en salud mental perinatal y posparto a través de Postpartum Support International. Atiendo a clientes que atraviesan procesos de duelo, fertilidad y caminos reproductivos.
Proveniente de Puerto Rico, ofrezco servicios bilingües en inglés y español como hablante nativa de español. Brindo una sensibilidad cultural a inmigrantes profesionales y preparados.
Estoy adiestrada en trauma y técnicas somáticas como Brainspotting, Flash Therapy, Mindfulness y Terapia Cognitivo Conductual. Estoy muy contenta y deseosa de servir a la comunidad de madres y profesionales de Orlando y de toda Florida.
Melanie Murno, MS, Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern
As a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern and maternal mental health advocate, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating pregnancy, postpartum, motherhood, and the emotional and identity shifts that can come with this stage of life. These experiences can feel both meaningful and overwhelming, and I aim to offer a space where you don’t have to carry everything on your own.
I have specialized training through Postpartum Support International and am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I provide individualized care, recognizing that each person’s journey is unique. I believe clients should feel empowered to take an active role in their healing process, and I prioritize building a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship rooted in safety and openness.
As a mother of two, I bring both clinical training and lived experience to my work, including my own experiences with birth trauma, pregnancy loss, and postpartum depression. I understand firsthand how overwhelming and isolating motherhood can feel, and those experiences have deepened my compassion and strengthened my commitment to supporting women through their own journeys. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, more connected to yourself, and more supported as you move through this season of life.