Narrative Therapy in Altamonte Springs

Rewrite Your Story. Reconnect with Your Power.

What is Narrative Therapy?

Narrative therapy is a collaborative approach to counseling that helps you separate yourself from the problems you’re facing and re-author your life story with strength, meaning, and purpose. Rooted in the belief that you are not the problem — the problem is the problem, narrative therapy gives you the chance to explore how past experiences, cultural messaging, and internalized narratives may be shaping how you see yourself today.

At New Light Counseling, we use narrative therapy to help teens and adults who feel stuck, lost, or defined by past pain. Whether you’re struggling with trauma, anxiety, self-esteem, or major life transitions, we help you rediscover your voice and your agency.

You Deserve to Be the Author of Your Life

The stories we carry often come from places of hurt — childhood wounds, societal expectations, dysfunctional family dynamics, or past traumas. These stories may sound like:

“I’m too much.”
“It’s my fault.”
“I’ll never be enough.”
“I always mess things up.”

In narrative therapy, we gently unpack where these beliefs came from — and we work with you to reclaim the parts of your identity that have been buried or distorted. Through reflection, curiosity, and connection, we help you reshape your internal dialogue and step into a story that reflects your resilience, not your wounds.

Our Narrative Therapy Approach

At New Light Counseling, our approach is:

Relational and collaborative — we walk beside you, not ahead of you
Trauma-informed — honoring your story without re-traumatizing you
Strength-based — focusing on your values, survival strategies, and growth
Integrated — often used alongside EMDR, somatic work, and mindfulness
Affirming — we celebrate and respect all identities and lived experiences

Narrative therapy can be especially helpful for people navigating trauma, emotionally immature parents, identity struggles, people-pleasing patterns, or self-worth challenges.

Why Choose Narrative Therapy at New Light Counseling?

Experienced, relational therapists trained in trauma and narrative approaches

Inclusive, affirming environment for all individuals and identities
Offered in-person in Altamonte Springs or virtually anywhere in Florida
We accept insurance and offer a sliding scale for accessibility
Therapy that’s paced to you — never rushed, never cookie-cutter

Let’s Reclaim Your Story Together

You don’t have to be defined by the pain you’ve experienced. You are the author of your life, and your story matters.

Schedule a free 15-minute consultation with one of our therapists today — and begin writing a new chapter rooted in clarity, connection, and healing.

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Your Narrative Therapist

Jessica Loerop, counseling intern at New Light Counseling, smiling warmly in front of a blue background.

Jessica Loerop, MA

Experienced in working with young adults dealing with anxiety, self-harm, and life transitions.

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Ashley McAuliffe, LMHC

Specializes in trauma-informed care, EMDR, and anxiety treatment for adults.

Angelina Herrera, counseling intern who works with teens and adults, smiling warmly in front of a blue background.

Angelina Herrera, MA

Offers bilingual therapy with a focus on DBT and mindfulness for teens and adults.

Therapy that Fits Your Life

We offer flexible scheduling, in-person sessions in Altamonte Springs, and secure online therapy across Florida. We are in-network with Aetna and Cigna, and offer affordable self-pay options with sliding scale rates.