Counseling Team

As an acupuncture physician and licensed mental health counselor, I have years of experience assisting clients with many different issues such as chronic pain, mental/emotional issues, addictions, insomnia, trauma, multicultural issues, women’s health issues, men’s health issues, stress management, and gastrointestinal issues. I provide clients with various modalities such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness, East Asian medicine, mind-body integration, and person centered therapy. I enjoy include writing, reading, and spending time in nature.

I am certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy, TF-CBT (Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), and RRT (Rapid Resolution Therapy - Hypnosis). Over the years, I have often been moved by my clients, their willingness to tolerate immense suffering and do everything in their power to recovery, heal, or move closer to others. I have also noticed that sometimes, despite their best efforts, something seems to get in their way. This something that has nothing to do with motivation. I have been driven to find those answers to those mysterious barriers and help clients break free of the stuck confusing, involuntary, and frustrating symptom

In my practice, I promote an atmosphere of non-judgment. By this, I take great pride in being able to offer what I like to call a "closed mouth and open mind" when clients are expressing themselves. In turn my primary theoretical concepts that I utilize in helping clients are CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) and DBT ( Dialectical Behavior Therapy).

I want to encourage you to start taking the needed step/steps towards wellness by reaching out to me. You can be assured that the time spent in sessions is not my time, but it is YOUR time. It is my hope that we will be able to help unlock and process any distortions that may be preventing you from living a productive, happy and healthy lifestyle .

Monica Grey M.S.W, L.C.S.W graduated with a Master’s degree in 1993, from Florida State University, and was licensed in the state of Florida, as a clinical social worker, in 1996. As a healer, and an intuitive therapist, she has worked for many years in the United States and the Canadian mental health systems gaining insight, and understanding, into the treatment of depression, anxiety, phobias, trauma and substance dependence.  

Monica became interested in complimentary medicine early in her career, and has studied, and practiced, alternative methods to promote healing. She is an avid practitioner of Energy Psychology to address psychological issues, a Licensed Massage Therapist, a Reiki Master Teacher, and a Certified Inspirational Breathwork Facilitator. Monica is also retired after 10 years of service to the VA, working closely with Veterans to provide support, and address mental health issues.  

I have a true passion for working with all ages and backgrounds which includes but not limited to veterans, families, and couples. My areas of expertise are providing services for clients using cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational counseling, family therapy, couples counseling, and reflective therapy. I have years of experience working with faith/spirituality, substance abuse, trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, PTSD, marital issues, family issues, multicultural issues, life skills, and ODD.  

Holding space for people struggling with trauma, substance abuse, and the LGBTQIA+ community is my passion. I am certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, I am compassionate about helping people explore painful past learning experiences and gain insight into learning how to live using cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, also utilizing some Internal Family Systems, and emotion regulation DBT skills.  

 I offer an empathic client-centered counseling experience which aims to enhance personal strengths, explore obstacles, and establish realistic goals for the client to achieve life fulfillment as their most authentic self. My specializations include working with adults and adolescents who present with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, perinatal mood disorders, trauma related disorders, personality disorders, relational problems, and adjustment disorders. I utilize an integrative psychotherapy approach which draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Psychoeducation. I believe it takes courage to seek help and support, and I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental space to develop insight, clarity, and improved well-being.  

As an acupuncture physician and licensed mental health counselor, I have years of experience assisting clients with many different issues such as chronic pain, mental/emotional issues, addictions, insomnia, trauma, multicultural issues, women’s health issues, men’s health issues, stress management, and gastrointestinal issues. I provide clients with various modalities such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness, East Asian medicine, mind-body integration, and person centered therapy. I enjoy include writing, reading, and spending time in nature.

I began studying Traditional Chinese Medicine in 2011 with the intent to understand what, if anything, a person can do for themselves, their loved ones, and their community, in order to live a fulfilling life in the face of the difficulties that will invariably affect us all.  Although my medical education was focused on developing a well rounded understanding of the whole individual from a  Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, my experience working extensively in physical therapy settings has also allowed me to develop a specialization in the treatment of Musculoskeletal pain. I generally implement the use of Acupuncture, Cupping, Moxabustion, Diet Therapy, Herbal Therapy and General Lifestyle Therapy.  I enjoy Soccer, Martial Arts, Nature, Food and Music.

  Kim Reid is a licensed acupuncturist in Florida, having graduated from The Atlantic Institute for Oriental Medicine in Fort Lauderdale, FL. She is also licensed to practice Acupuncture Point Injection Therapy in the state of Florida.  In addition to her clinical work, Kim has delivered hundreds of informational seminars helping to educate people who would otherwise never have tried Acupuncture, "my biggest reward is watching someone who walked into the seminar doubtful and afraid of acupuncture but decided to take a chance and try it for the first time. There is no greater honor than to have someone have such trust in you and your abilities to help them heal.  But I must tell you, the biggest reward was watching these people get up off the table relaxed, amazed, and feeling better; no longer doubtful about Chinese Medicine and its power to help heal the body."

 I have been Licensed Massage Therapist (MA93172) for 6 years and ever since I found my motivation for massage, I have been in love with it. I wanted a way to help my mother find peace and this turned into a passion of mine, so I decided to turn it into a full time passion. I don't see it as a job, I see it as me helping people in need and getting reimbursed for the self healing services.

My focuses include pain management, range of motion improvement, structural imbalances, a journey to create strength in the body, balance as I use a variety of techniques to release tension and chronic pain that might be interfering with ease of movement. Everyone has a healer in them but they just need a little bit of help. Please let me be your facilitator in your self healing process. 

Monica Grey M.S.W, L.C.S.W graduated with a Master’s degree in 1993, from Florida State University, and was licensed in the state of Florida, as a clinical social worker, in 1996. As a healer, and an intuitive therapist, she has worked for many years in the United States and the Canadian mental health systems gaining insight, and understanding, into the treatment of depression, anxiety, phobias, trauma and substance dependence.  

Monica became interested in complimentary medicine early in her career, and has studied, and practiced, alternative methods to promote healing. She is an avid practitioner of Energy Psychology to address psychological issues, a Licensed Massage Therapist (MA50355), a Reiki Master Teacher, and a Certified Inspirational Breathwork Facilitator. Monica is also retired after 10 years of service to the VA, working closely with Veterans to provide support, and address mental health issues.  

Coming from a military family, I have always had a special interest working with veterans. Upon graduating from the University of Florida with a BA in Sociology, I began working for the Veteran’s Administration where I gained experience in business administration, customer service, and claims processing. It was in this role that I developed a strong interest in non-contemporary medicine and healthcare and left to pursue a Masters in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.  As Office Manager, I am able to bring all of these skills together and assist in the administrative role of running our practice.  Some of my passions include cooking, good quality coffee, and good music.

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Dr. K.A. Shakoor has been a student, practitioner and instructor of energetic systems for 50 years. Eventually leading to his career as a Spiritual Life Coach for last 30 years. He was a private student of several masters from Asia, Europe, Africa and America. His diverse teaching background of more than 40 years has brought him to instruct in public and private educational institutions, hospitals, mental health facilities, government and law enforcement agencies, private groups, clubs, and sports teams.

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Dr. Shakoor is an active community health advocate and has coordinated health activities and summits across the United States. He has authored multiple books, including Ghetto Sutras and Maahaah Yoga, published by Jannah Press, as well as his soon-to-be released book, The Treatment of the Shen in Relation to T.C.M. and Tibetan Medicine. His passion for integrated energetic medicine as a tool for medical efficacy, as well as a tool for supporting health and wellness practitioners and care givers, drives the purpose of the AUM Institute for Energetic Medicine.