Greetings!
Thank you for choosing Life & Work Soulutions as your behavioral health treatment provider. We are committed to your treatment and we expect that you will be equally committed.
Life & Soulutions is a private, faith-based outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment practice that provides services for adults, teens, children, couples, families and groups. We offer comprehensive services for clients to meet most of their behavioral healthcare needs.
Our mission is to provide faith-based mental health and substance abuse counseling, consulting & training services in order to empower and equip people to be their best in Life & Work through Christ-centered Soultions.
Our vision for Life & Work Soulutions is to honor God through the teaching of practical and valuable God-given life and work principles to all people in order to help them find true and lasting peace in life.
I wish you the best in your life! Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns about your treatment with us.
Melody Kipp, PHD, LMHC
President/CEO
Locations
Life & Work Soulutions serves Orange, Osceola, and Seminole Counties
Orange County
Our office is located at:
3400 Hunter’s Creek Boulevard
Orlando, FL 32837
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In-Home/On-Site Areas
In-home and On-site Services available for most of Orange, Osceola, and Seminole Counties
407.415.2493
info@lifeworksoul.org
Counselors & Staff here to help you
Melody Kipp, PhD, LMHC
Melody Kipp, PhD, LMHC is the President and CEO of Life & Work Soulutions, Inc. She holds an earned Doctoral degree in Psychology with a specialization in Industrial and Organizational Psychology. She also holds a Master’s degree Applied Psychology with a Clinical-Counseling emphasis. Dr. Kipp is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (MH5137) in the State of Florida and is a State of Florida Qualified Clinical Supervisor for Mental Health Counselor Interns and Marriage & Family Therapy Interns.
Dr. Kipp has studied and researched the many positive effects incorporating spiritually and religiosity in the workplace has on employees’ levels of stress, wellbeing, performance, motivation, absenteeism, and ethics.
In her faith journey, she has been inspired through both formal and informal training. Formally, she was trained and commissioned as a Stephen Minister in 1997 and Stephen Ministry Leader in 1998 through First Presbyterian Church of Orlando. In 2000, Dr. Kipp was commissioned in Christian Bereavement through All Saints Episcopal Church in Winter Park for Walking the Mourner’s Path.
Marc Crandall, PsyD, LMHC
Dr. Crandall holds a Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from the Florida Institute of Technology, Master’s degrees in Counseling Psychology from Troy State University and Clinical Psychology from the Florida Institute of Technology, and completed his undergraduate work at the University of Central Florida. Dr. Crandall is also licensed as a Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida. His research has focused on cultural differences in society and Dr. Crandall has been practicing in the field of psychology in the Orlando area for the past ten years.
Dr. Crandall has extensive training in psychological assessment, supervision, individual therapy, family therapy, and couple’s counseling. He particularly enjoys working with children and adolescents as he has also previously worked as an elementary school teacher. Dr. Crandall’s approach to therapy is simple. He believes that the best therapist is the one inside of us as who knows ourselves better than we do. His belief is that everyone has the ability to deal with conflicts and presenting problems in our lives but what we sometimes lack are the tools to resolve them and the map in which to get where we need to go.
Patricia Dimitrio, LMHC, CAP
Patricia is a native of Florida. She has been married 45 years to the same man and had had a very interesting life. She is a mother and grandmother of three. She returned to college in 1987 and graduated Cum Laude with a BA in psychology and a minor in theology at Southeastern Universityad was featured in the Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges.
Patricia is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Addiction Professional having received her master's in Mental Health Counseling from Nova University. In addition she is a Qualified Clinical Supervisor for Mental Health Counselor Interns and Certified Addiction Professionals.
Patricia has had extensive experience working with a variety of clients. She has worked in substance abuse correction, behavioral techniques, foster care and crisis intervention. She has also worked reunifying biological parents and their children while serving as a liaison for the courts. In addition she has extensive experience facilitating client groups, multi-family groups, and parent groups along with individual sessions which is her forte'. Furthermore she provided clinical and behavioral counseling for emotionally handicapped children and their families. Patricia began her psychology career doing assessments for Charter Hospital.
Maria E. Fraguada, MS
Maria holds a Master Degree in Marriage, Family and Child Counseling from University of Phoenix and Bachelor Degree in Social Work from University of Puerto Rico. She completed the Child Welfare Professional Service Training. Maria is an associate member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT). Her research has focused in the impact of divorce on children's behavior and academic achievement. She developed her interest in Marriage and Family Therapy while she worked as Elementary and High School Social Worker. Maria has experience working with individual, family and couple’s therapy. She enjoys working with couples and adolescents. Maria believes the every person can find a place adapted in the society and obtain its well-being upon the socioeconomic and cultural forces. Her belief is that every person can manage their conflicts and problems but sometimes needs someone who guides them to focus on their strengths and abilities to identify a clear path toward a more satisfying life.
Jaime Smith, MS
A graduate of Palm Beach Atlantic University, Jaime received his Master's degree in Psychology and Counseling. He is currently a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern and a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern. Jaime provides Christ-centered counseling using psychological theoretical perspectives such as experiential, cognitive-behavioral, Gestalt, and brief therapy. His primary specialty is in adolescents, marriage therapy, and conflict resolution issues. He loves reading and studying techniques to make therapy work and has a passion for helping people find their own strengths. Jaime holds a professional membership in the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMF) and the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC). He served for several years as a Sunday school teacher, and leader of Celebrate Recovery group. Married with two adolescents, Jaime enjoys spending time with his wife, gardening, and cooking. He currently resides in Oviedo, Florida.
Alyson Holdsworth
is the Client Care Coordinator. Her previous education (BS in Computer Science 2001) focused on small business and computer science. She worked in the financial sector from November 2002 until July of 2007 when she changed her focus toward counseling and addiction-related disciplines. Alyson has worked in the social services and addiction field for the past 5 years as a volunteer. She received a Recovery Support Counseling Diploma from the NET Training Institute which specializes in Counseling and Addiction studies in January 2008. Alyson is currently gaining experience toward her Florida State Certified Addiction Counselor certification. She has facilitated many 12 step groups including Celebrate Recovery, Bridge Builders, and Walking the 12 Steps with Jesus Christ. She currently attends church at the Cathedral of St. Dismas where she leads a Bible study for Department of Correction inmates. Her passion is to help persons gain freedom from the bondage of addiction through Christ centered counseling.
Services & Programs
Behavioral Health Treatment Services
- Adults, Teens & Children
- Individual Counseling
- Group Counseling
- Marriage & Family Counseling
- Bi-lingual Counseling
- Faith-based Counseling
- Pastoral Counseling
Available Appointments
- Days, Evenings & Saturdays
- Available by Appointment
- Availability may vary by location
Mental Health
- AD/HD in both Adults & Children
- Anxiety Disorders
- Behavior Disorders
- Depression & Bi-Polar Disorders
Substance Use
- Alcohol/Drug Abuse
- Codependency
- Dually Diagnosed
- Approved Provider for Florida DOC
In-home/On-site Services
- Targeted Case Management for Adults and Children
- Psychosocial Rehabilitation
Life Issues
- Anger Management
- Grief & Loss Issues
- Men’s/Women’s Issues
- Parenting/Step/Blended Families
- Pre-marital & Marital Counseling
- Separation/Divorce
Workforce Development
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Employee Mediation
- Soft Skills Training & Development
- Stress Management
- Workplace Wellness Programs
Fundingfor services
HMO’s
- Cash pay with some sliding scale fees
- Amerigroup Healthy Kids
- Amerigroup Medicaid
- CompCare
- HealthEase Healthy Kids
- HealthEase Medicaid
- Magellan Health Services
- StayWell Healthy Kids
- StayWell Medicaid
- WellCare/WellCare Choice
PPO’s
We may also be able to work with your PPO in two ways:
- We can file the insurance claims for you if your PPO will allow
- You can pay for treatment at the time of service and we will supply all the necessary information for you to file your own claim
Cash Fees
We also accept cash payments for all of our services. Some people may choose to pay cash instead of using their insurance. We set our fees based on the level of education, expertise, and experience of our Counselors.
Doctors | $100 – $125 per hour
Master’s Level Licensed Clinicians | $75 – $90 per hour
Registered Mental Health Counselor or Marriage & Family Counseling Interns | $50 – $65 per hour
Graduate Student Interns under supervision of State of Florida Qualified Supervisors | $25 – $35 per hour
Licenses & Certifications
- State of Florida Qualified Clinical Supervisor for Registered Mental Health Counselor Interns
- State of Florida Qualified Clinical Supervisor for Registered Marriage and Family Counseling Interns
- State of Florida Department of Corrections approved provider for Mental Health Evaluations, Substance Use/Abuse Evaluations and Treatment
- State of Florida Licensed Continuing Education Provider, Board 491 Licensees, BAP#50-3228-1,
Exp. 3/09
FAQs
What is Counseling?
Counseling, or counseling, is a safe place for people to express their thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment or repercussions. Counseling is also where people can actually identify their problems, find out how to overcome those problems, and make their lives the best it can be. Our trained and licensed counselors at Life & Work Soulutions generally employ a type of Counseling called Cognitive-behavioral Counseling. The term “cognitive” applies to the way we “think” and the term “behavioral” applies to the way we “act.” Cognitive-behavioral Counseling identifies and changes self-defeating thoughts and behaviors. We also regard each client as an individual to be cared for and encouraged during their healing journey. We offer unconditional positive acceptance for everyone regardless of their condition.
What training does a Counselor have?
A Counselor is a person who has completed rigorous academic studies and real life training. Each of our Counselors has at least a Master’s degree or a PhD in Counseling or Psychology. Generally, it takes 2 to 3 years of study to obtain a Master’s degree and an additional 3 to 4 years to obtain a Doctoral degree. After a Counselor graduates with his or her master’s degree, the state of Florida mandates that an additional 2 to 3 years of supervised internship be completed before taking a national licensing exam. Each counselor is also required to complete 30 hours of continuing education every two years.
What do all of the letters mean after the Counselor’s name?
The letters after a Counselor’s name indicate the level of education and licensure each person has obtained.
- PhD: Doctor of Philosophy
- PsyD: Doctor of Psychology
- MA: Master of Arts
- MS: Master of Science
- MSW: Master of Social Work
- LMHC: Licensed Mental Health Counselo
r
- LMFT: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
- LCSW: Licensed Clinical Social Worker
How do I select a Counselor who is right for me?
Selecting the right Counselor is crucial for healing. Research has shown that the best predictor of treatment success is the relationship between the Counselor and the client. It is important for the client to find a Counselor he or she can trust and that he or she thinks is a good match for his or her personality style. A Counselor should not just tell the client what he or she wants to hear, but should be honest and direct and tell the client what he or she needs to hear to in the healing journey.
If I go to Counseling does that mean I'm crazy?
No, the vast majority of people are not “crazy.” Crazy is generally not a term used in Counseling. Some people have had a break in their perception of reality and see or hear things that are not real. Those incidents are termed “psychotic” and not “crazy.” Counseling is a very accepted way for people to heal from mental health and substance use disorders.
What am I supposed to do in Counseling?
Counseling at Life & Work Soulutions called “talk therapy” or “insight therapy.” Generally, the Counselor and client(s) meet in a private soundproof office and talk about the problems and issues and work together to explore and implement solutions.
What can I expect from going to Counseling?
While there is no guarantee that everyone is healed completely through Counseling, but there is much success in the therapeutic process. Counseling provides hope for demoralized people, a new perspective on the client’s life, and an empathic, trusting and caring relationship.
Can I bring my kids along to my Counseling session?
Usually, children should not come along with parents to Counseling unless the Counseling is specifically for the child. Children of all age are very sensitive to their parents’ moods, tone of voice, actions, and reactions and much of what is talked about is most likely inappropriate for children to hear. Children can also be a distraction that will detract from the session.
What are family and couples counseling?
Family and couples Counseling is grounded in the same principles as individual Counseling except that family members or couples attend the sessions together and work in tandem with the Counselor addressing conflict within the family or between the couple.
What is group counseling?
Group Counseling is grounded in the same principles as individual Counseling except that unrelated people with the same issue, such as depression or substance abuse, attend the sessions together. Each group member has the option to share about his or her issues and offer constructive feedback and support under the guidance of the Counselor.
