All of the providers at Attainable Solutions are licensed with the State of Florida Department of Health. Each of the providers upholds the ethical guidelines for their disciplines. Combined, the treatment providers have over 35 years of experience providing mental health services in the Tampa Bay area. (For more information on their specialties, click on a name below)
Jo-Ann H. Bird, Ph.D., LMHC, NCC (Lic. # MH 6090)
Dr. Bird is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, National Certified Counselor, Board Certified Clinical Sexologist and relationship expert providing therapy and coaching services in the Tampa Bay area. She received her Doctorate from The American Academy of Clinical Sexologists at Maimonides University, Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University and a Bachelors Degree in Psychology from University of South Florida. Dr. Bird's coach training is from The Institute for Life Coach Training. She is a Diplomate and Supervisor of the American Board of Sexology and a Qualified Supervisor with the State of Florida. Dr. Bird is also a Faculty Advisor with The American Academy of Clinical Sexologists, a member of the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) and is an Adjunct Professor at Hillsborough Community College.
“I provide individual therapy to adults that are struggling with depression, anxiety disorders/panic attacks, grief/loss issues, and other life/relationship issues. I enjoy teaching individuals empowerment and assertiveness skills.
As a Clinical Sexologist and Certified Sex Therapist, I assist individuals and couples, of any sexual orientation or gender that have questions or concerns regarding their sexual functioning, overall sexuality, and sexual expression. Some of the areas I address are desire and arousal dysfunctions, dysfunctional sexual problems, erectile dysfunction, orgasmic dysfunctions, rapid ejaculation, sexual abuse/trauma issues, sexual behavior problems including sexual compulsivity (or addiction), sexual education, and sexual pain disorders. In addition, I help individuals and couples who just want to enhance their sex lives.
Dr. Bird tailors services to the specific needs of her client(s) using such treatment methods as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Brief Solution Focused Therapy, Sex Therapy or an Eclectic approach. She has also received training in Clinical Hypnotherapy. She has an outstanding ability to create a safe environment allowing people to openly discuss intimate issues.
*** Please note: Dr. Bird provides services at our Tampa and Brandon locations. Please feel free to contact her directly at 813-361-4552.
Ms. Hatton is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Nationally Certified Counselor and Certified Juvenile Sexual Offender Therapist providing therapy services in the Tampa Bay area. She received her Bachelors in Psychology from the University of Georgia and her Masters Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of South Florida.
"I have 10 years of experience providing therapy to individuals and families learning to cope with such issues as depression, anxiety, anger, guilt and more. Other services include psychosocial assessments, parenting consultations or psychoeducational presentations to your church, business or group. In addition to therapy, I now offer family coaching. Visit my website at yourfamilydirections.com to learn more about my coaching services.
I tailor services to the specific needs of the client(s) using such methods as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Brief Solution Focused Therapy or an Eclectic approach. This can be done through individual, couple, family or group therapy.
I specialize in assisting families with such issues as poor communication, behavioral issues, marital problems and abuse/neglect. I also work with children with sexual behavior problems. I am a Certified Juvenile Sexual Offender Specialist and a clinical member of the Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers (ATSA).”
Additionally, Ms. Hatton provides psycho-educational presentations to local organizations on a variety of topics. Her talents as a therapist are truly versatile and sharp.
*** Please note: Ms. Hatton provides services at our Tampa location only. Please feel free to contact her directly at 813-541-3509.
Dr. Spana is a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in the Tampa Bay area over the last 15 years. He earned his Bachelors from the University of Pittsburgh, his Masters from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and his Doctorate from the University of South Florida.
“I enjoy working with someone who has struggled in relationships or with reaching educational or career goals and has been feeling saddened or frustrated with their limited success. While forming a working relationship, I focus on helping the person to develop realistic goals. I balance my work between teaching new coping skills and helping the person address and resolve conflicts with others as well as within his or her self that have interfered in the past. Then, we focus on gaining motivation toward using the newly learned skills and making significant changes in his or her life.
I provide individual and family therapy and use a variety of treatment methods, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, and Ego State and other dynamic approaches. I also provide psychological evaluations related to clinical, academic, and forensic issues for children, adolescents, and adults.
In addition, I provide consultation to professionals in the community, including judges and attorneys, as well as staff with the Florida Department of Children and Families and providers within the child welfare system. I also provide supervision towards licensure for both masters and doctoral level residents.”
Dr. Spana’s skills as a clinician and a consultant are respected throughout the area by both clients and professionals alike.
*** Please note: Dr. Spana provides services at our Tampa location only. Please feel free to contact him directly at 813-390-8180.