About Us

OUR FOUNDER

Dr. Patricia Temes is a psychotherapist, a researcher, a trainer, and an international speaker. She is also a Qualified Supervisor (for social worker registered interns) for the state of Florida and the founder of Mind & Purpose Counseling and Consulting.

Dr. Temes has more than a decade of experience treating mental health patients in inpatient psychiatric facilities and outpatient programs. Her interest in working with a diverse population is demonstrated in her international work through engagement and development of events and resources in Brazil and Dublin, Ireland.

During Covid-19 pandemic, she dedicated time and efforts to educate the local and international communities, especially the Christian community, about mental health providing practical tools to overcome depression and anxiety triggered by losses that so many experience during this time.

Dr. Temes is a strong advocate for women’s well-being.  Her latest publication focuses on bringing awareness to the challenges faced by women, the interaction between these factors and women’s abilities to cope. Dr. Temes’ passion is to empower women to utilize already existing skills and talents to achieve a life of purpose.