OCD and Anxiety Therapy near Boca Raton

The city of Boca Raton offers wonderful opportunities for exposures, which is a key part of CBT and ERP therapy for anxiety and OCD for children and adults!
  • When working with individuals who struggle with panic attacks, one common trigger is worrying about being in an enclosed place without an easy exit. A great exposure to practice this type of situation, is taking the Brightline Train, which has a station in Boca Raton. 

  • Another common trigger for panic attacks is being in places with big crowds. After using CBT tools in our therapy sessions to learn to cope with anxiety, a challenging exposure practice would be to attend an event at the Mizner Park Amphitheater. 
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  • For those struggling with social anxiety, an exposure practice might include heading over to Mizner Park, to practice casual interactions with unfamiliar people at shops, restaurants, and pop-up events. 

Professional Collaboration in Boca Raton

Dr. Penela, board member of the Florida CBT Association, stands with colleagues from Pediatric Psychology Associates.Drs. Eli Penela and Lisa Napolitano with PPA directors: Drs. Samantha Carella, Judith Migoya, and Nick Maccarrone; and PPA therapist, Daniella Eisenstein, LMFT.
Dr. Penela feels strongly about working with professionals in the South Florida community who offer evidence-based treatment - psychiatrists, behavior therapists, school counselors, etc. 

As such, she is a Founding member of the professional, non-profit organization: The Florida CBT Association. Alongside Pediatric Psychology Associates, we recently co-hosted Professional Happy Hour (event pictured) in Boca Raton, Florida.​

Getting to our Office from Boca Raton

My office is located in Pembroke Pines, Florida (near I-75 and Pines Blvd). This location is convenient for individuals commuting from Boca Raton. ​
​Office Address: 
15800 Pines Boulevard
​Pembroke Pines, FL 33027 
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e-mail: ​info@wellnessinbroward.com
  • Get onto I-95 South or Florida’s Turnpike South, depending on your preferred route and location.
  • If using I-95 South:
    • Take I-95 South to Hollywood Blvd/Pines Blvd Exit (Exit 20).
    • Turn right (west) onto Pines Boulevard (FL-820).
    • Continue west for about 8–10 miles, passing Flamingo Road and approaching I-75.
  • If using Florida’s Turnpike South:
    • Exit at Hollywood Blvd/Pines Blvd (Exit 49).
    • Turn right (west) onto Pines Boulevard (FL-820).
    • Continue west for several miles to reach 15800.
  • 15800 Pines Boulevard will be on your left, just after I-75.

Dr. Penela's Personal Favorite Spots in Boca Raton!

Dr. Penela is smiling in her therapy office, located near Boca Raton.
  • Sugar Sand Park - my kids LOVE this park!  The carrousel, the giant playground, and the science museum make this place a fun all-in-one kind of adventure. 
  • Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens - this is a beautiful and peaceful place where I sometimes go to disconnect and practice mediation, deep-breathing and mindfulness. I have not yet made it to their Lantern Festival, but hope to go soon!
  • Red Reef Park - there are so many beautiful beaches in South Florida to choose from, but this one is always a favorite. It has a playground tucked away in the shade for the kids, and when we bring our snorkel gear, we usually find something interesting! 
If you live in Boca Raton, and struggle with anxiety or OCD, it's time to learn effective therapy tools that will help you get your life back on track. Dr. Penela specializes in CBT therapy for anxiety, and ERP therapy OCD and would be honored to join you on your journey toward feeling like yourself again!