Ari'ton Scales, RCSWI
Teen and Adult Mental Health Therapist
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At-A-Glance
Join me on my mission change the stigma of mental health through quality education and therapy. I take an empathic, and down to earth approach to counseling with Teens and Adults. I really enjoy helping individuals and families navigate symptoms of ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder and Stressful Life Experiences. Together we will collaborate to build your coping skills and address the root causes of things that have impacted you, giving new meaning to your trauma while creating new beginnings.
Gain clarity and confidence in your wellness goals through our signature Head-Heart-Action Framework. Available in group and individual formats.
Accelerate your healing with our signature EMDR and Holistic Mental Health Intensives, with sessions in 3 hour healing. Available in Virtual and In-person formats.
Populations & Concerns Addressed
Insurance & Self-Pay Rates
- In Network Insurances: UHC, UMR, AvMed, Optum, Florida Blue, BCBS, Aetna, Cigna,
- Self Pay Rate: $150/session
- Sliding Scale Openings: Available upon Request
- Insurance Openings: Available
Availability
- Evenings 4-8 PM
- Select Weekends
Welcome!
Join me on my mission change the stigma of mental health through quality education and therapy. I take an empathic, and down to earth approach to counseling with Teens and Adults. I really enjoy helping individuals and families navigate symptoms of ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder and Stressful Life Experiences. Together we will collaborate to build your coping skills and address the root causes of things that have impacted you, giving new meaning to your trauma while creating new beginnings.
–Ari
My Approach to Wellness
What are 5 words clients use to describe you?
Clients describe me as Empathic, Passionate, reliable, encouraging, and personable
I Specialize in working with people who...
I specialize in a wide range of issues including ADHD, Anxiety, Autism, Bipolar, depression, parenting, Life transitions, and everyday stressors. I work with adolescents, adults, and children to help them address current and past traumas and gain insight and the tools they need to move forward. As a therapist, I strive to provide my clients with a judgement-free and safe environment.
How would you describe therapy to someone who has never been to therapy before?
What holistic practices do you incorporate into session?
If someone was on the fence about therapy what would you say to encourage them to get started?
Therapy can help you find the missing piece to your puzzle! It’s worth a try.
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Specialties
Explore my specialties and areas of focus below. This is not an exhaustive list but is designed to help you as you make informed decisions about your care.
About Me
Identities I'd like to share
I Identify as an African-American Woman.
My Story
Growing up in an African American household I saw the stigma that surrounded mental health. Individuals who were often struggling with mental health or substance abuse were often labeled “crazy” or judged for their struggles. It was also often mentioned that “what goes on in this house stays in this house.” As I grew older I realized that these individuals had different traumas and challenges that contributed to their mental disorders. I didn’t want the individuals in my generation and those to come after me to ever be faced with this stigma. I always knew I wanted to help people.
However, I never knew my calling would be to be a Therapist. I fell in love with the idea of counseling for the first time in 8th grade when I joined Peer Counseling. It left such an amazing impact on me to be able to give those a listening ear as well as help those in the communities who may be going through different challenges. As I continued my education, my passion for helping others never changed. Throughout my career, I have been honored to meet some amazing people and help them through their struggles. While working primarily in Black and Brown communities I have noticed a need for quality therapy. My mission is to continue to change the stigma of mental health through education and therapy.
Education & Professional Background
Ari’ton B Scales is a Registered Mental Health Therapist Intern and Registered Behavior Technician with a Master of Science from Nova Southeastern University and a Bachelor of Psychology degree from Florida Atlantic University. Ari’Ton has worked in the mental health field since 2018 in center-based facilities and home therapy supporting children who are on the spectrum and their families. Ari’Ton has worked for 2 years with high-risk youth and adults in the community providing in-home and telehealth services to educate, listen and support those in need.
She takes a caring, Christian, non-judgmental approach to facilitating therapy with an interest in helping people reach their mental and healing goals. Ari’Ton has always had a passion for helping those around her. She wishes to open up her own private practice that specializes in helping families and individuals who have been affected by a mental health disorder. She is also determine to change the stigma in the black and brown communities surrounding mental health. Ari is a Registered Clinical Mental Health Intern
Just for Fun!
If I didn’t become a therapist I would be doing this instead…
A teacher!
What are your top 3 go so self-care techniques?
Going to the beach, journaling and Listening to sermons
3 Fun Facts About Me
I love traveling, My favorite color is Orange, and I took Chinese in high school.
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