Mary Perleoni
Ph.D., LMHC • Licensed Mental Health Counselor
About
Dedicated to making a difference in people's lives through specialized therapeutic work, Dr. Mary Perleoni stands at the forefront of trauma-informed care and marriage counseling. As the founder of It Begins Within Healing Center (IBWHC), she brings a unique strengths-based approach to her practice, believing that tapping into clients' innate strengths is the key to achieving optimal mental health outcomes.
Dr. Perleoni's expertise is grounded in a solid educational foundation. She holds a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Saint Joseph and a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision from the University of Central Florida. Her doctoral work was pivotal in addressing gaps in trauma-informed care research, culminating in published articles and a groundbreaking dissertation on providing trauma-informed therapy to children in poverty.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and National Certified Counselor practicing in Florida, Dr. Perleoni specializes in trauma and marriage counseling. She is trained in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Gottman marriage therapy, among other therapeutic approaches. This diverse skill set allows her to tailor her methods to each client's unique needs.
Dr. Perleoni's professional experience is both extensive and varied. She has worked in agencies specializing in trauma, community health centers focusing on borderline personality disorder, and private practices serving diverse populations. Additionally, she has served as a professor, teaching and supervising master's students in Marriage and Family, Mental Health, and School Counseling programs in both New York City and Florida.
A lifelong learner, Dr. Perleoni continually seeks further education and training to enhance her skills as a counselor and educator. This commitment to ongoing professional development ensures that her clients receive the most current, research-based therapeutic interventions available.
At IBWHC, Dr. Perleoni leads a team of skilled therapists who work with individuals, couples, families, children, and adolescents struggling with mental health or relational issues. Their goal is to help people heal from past traumas, navigate through present struggles, and feel hope for their future. Through her practice, Dr. Perleoni aims to empower each client to achieve happiness and inner peace, using research-based mental health counseling services as the foundation for transformation and growth.
Qualifications
Education
- Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education and Supervision, FL
- Master in Mental Health Counseling
Certifications, Memberships & Training
- National Certified Counselor
- Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Gottman Marriage Therapy
State Licenses
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor, FL
Specialties & Expertise
Specializations
- Anxiety
- Child or Adolescent
- Depression
- Grief
- Trauma
State Licenses
- Florida
Race, Gender & Sexual Sensitivities
- LGBTQ+ Allied
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Locations
It Begins Within - Tampa Office
Tampa, FL
It Begins Within - St. Petersburg Office
St. Petersburg, FL