Find relief from trauma, restore connection in your relationships, and feel safe in your own life again.
Therapy in West Palm Beach and Boca Raton for Adults & Couples
Hi, Dear One
I’m Ivona Bhadha, LCSW
For more than 20 years, I’ve been helping adults, couples, and families in West Palm Beach and Boca Raton heal from trauma, strengthen relationships, and find balance when life feels overwhelming.
I believe that every person has the capacity to heal, grow, and flourish. My role is to walk alongside you as you reconnect with your strengths, release old patterns, and create a life that feels safe, secure, and authentic.
Specialties
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Anxiety & Depression
Anxiety and depression are complex emotional challenges that can manifest differently in each individual. By providing a safe and empathetic space for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings, we can work collaboratively to develop coping strategies and interventions tailored to their unique experiences, ultimately helping them find relief and build resilience.
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Grief & Loss
Grief and loss are profound and natural emotional responses to the experience of losing someone or something significant in one's life. As a therapist, I aim to support my clients through the grieving process, helping them navigate the complex emotions, adjust to life without what has been lost, and ultimately find ways to honor and remember their loved ones or what once was, while also fostering healing and growth.
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Codependency
Codependency is a relational pattern where individuals excessively rely on each other for their self-worth and identity, often to the detriment of their own well-being. Through therapy, we explore the underlying causes of codependency, work on establishing healthy boundaries, and promote self-awareness and self-empowerment, helping clients foster more balanced and fulfilling relationships.
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Trauma
Trauma can profoundly impact an individual's mental and emotional well-being, often leaving lasting scars that affect their daily life and relationships. In therapy, we create a safe and supportive environment for clients to process and heal from their traumatic experiences, utilizing evidence-based approaches to help them regain a sense of control, resilience, and a renewed sense of self.
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Substance Abuse
Substance abuse is a complex issue involving both physical and psychological dependencies on drugs or alcohol. In therapy, we work together to explore the underlying causes of substance abuse, develop coping strategies, and provide a non-judgmental space for clients to regain control over their lives and build a foundation for lasting recovery.
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Internal Criticism
Internal criticism can be a powerful and distressing force, leading individuals to harshly judge themselves, erode their self-esteem, and hinder personal growth. In therapy, we aim to identify and challenge these self-critical thoughts, fostering self-compassion, self-acceptance, and healthier self-talk, ultimately helping clients develop a more positive and nurturing relationship with themselves.
“We are not in need of fixing, we need to be cared for and deeply understood”
About My Approach
I use trauma-informed, evidence-based approaches including:
NARM (NeuroAffective Relational Model) for trauma and attachment wounds
EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) for couples
IFS (Internal Family Systems) for self-discovery and healing
Invitation to Change holistic helping framework based in science to help the families of individuals struggling with addiction
These approaches allow me to guide clients beyond symptom relief into lasting transformation, resilience, and authentic connection.
It’s Time to Feel Supported, Not Stuck
Life may look fine on the outside, but inside you might feel anxious, disconnected, or overwhelmed by the weight of it all. Maybe the inner critic never quiets down. Maybe your relationship feels more fragile than you want to admit. Or maybe supporting someone else’s recovery has left you burned out and unsure how to take care of yourself. Whatever brings you here, therapy is a place to pause, make sense of what’s really happening, and find relief that lasts. You don’t have to keep carrying this alone—healing is possible, and support is here.
You Don’t Have to Carry This Alone
Whether you’re navigating trauma, struggling in your relationship, or feeling worn down as a caregiver, therapy can help you find clarity, balance, and connection.