Stephen J Kruse, PHD - Absolute Wellness Center

I have been a Florida Licensed Psychologist since 1976, providing the highest quality of Psychological services to children, teenagers, adults, and families in the Tampa Bay area. Although I work with children as young as 2 years old and adults who are over 80 years young, I have always had a heartfelt interest in providing assistance to individuals with special needs and to their family members, as well. As a result of my strong belief that no one lives in a vacuum, whenever I provide therapeutic assistance to an individual, I frequently involve members of that individual's close family.Over my many years of practice, I have been appointed as a Custody Evaluator, Parenting Coordinator, actually being the area's first Parenting Coordinator,in October 2000; and, Guardian Ad Litem assisting Judges, Attorneys and parents in determining what would be in the best interests of a child or children.I have evaluated thousands of children and college students, obtaining needed accommodations and services. As a Child's Advocate, I have attended many school conferences. I appreciate choosing a psychologist is an important decision. Please call me and I will be happy to answer any questions that may help you.

I am a licensed counselor in Lakeland, Florida and my life's passion is helping people. I am honored to represent the counseling profession as a therapist, professor, and author. One of my specialties is working with children, adolescents, and adults diagnosed with neurodevelopmental disabilities. I also help families of all kinds overcome many types of challenges. I use many innovative types of therapy such as play, solution-focused, and cognitive therapies and I conduct groups with children and adolescents to help them understand themselves and learn to use their amazing gifts and find their place in the world. .