Our Team
Alicia C. Lesniak LMHC, LPC, DBT-LBC
Alicia Lesniak, LMHC, DBT-LBC
Alicia is the founder of MiMo Psychotherapy Group and was Miami's first Linehan Board Certified Psychotherapist in Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Her patients include adolescents and adults ranging from those with significant emotional and behavioral issues to higher functioning professionals looking to identify barriers to growth. With extensive experience providing therapy, facilitating groups, and coordinating services from outpatient to residential settings, Alicia, specializes in helping adolescents, adults and families in crisis. Building on her passion for DBT, Alicia received training in “Prolonged Exposure” - the DBT-PE protocol created by renowned researcher and trauma expert Dr. Melanie Harned - to facilitate healing for clients with trauma. Other specialties include eating disorders, suicidality, self-harm, mood disorders, behavioral issues/impulsivity, Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, identity issues and LGBTQ issues. Additional advanced trainings include Gottman Level One and Level Two and Emotion Focused Couples Therapy. Alicia is particularly passionate about working with parents of adolescents and young adults and is currently running the DBT parent skills groups in addition to overseeing the adherent adolescent and adult DBT programs. Alicia is a founding board member of Florida CBT https://cbtflorida.org as well as licensed in Florida, South Carolina and offering in-person services in Charleston and hybrid services in Miami.
Danielle Mullon LCSW, LPC, DBT-LBC
Danielle Mullon, LCSW, DBT-LBC
Danielle is a Linehan Board Certified practitioner of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with more than ten years of experience as a psychotherapist. She uses her expertise in DBT to treat adults who struggle with dysregulated thoughts, emotions and behaviors, including severe problems such as self-harm and chronic suicidal behaviors. Understanding that the vast majority of individuals suffering with these problems have also experienced trauma in their lives, Danielle has undergone training in DBT PE (Prolonged Exposure), a trauma-specific treatment that is incorporated into DBT for the treatment of PTSD (posttraumatic stress disorder); she was trained by Melanie Harned, PhD, ABPP, the developer of this evidence-based treatment. In addition, Danielle is trained in Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD as well as specializing in neurodivergent affirming care. With the belief that treatment cannot be cookie-cutter, Danielle works closely with her clients to create a treatment plan that is tailored to their personal goals. Her approach is behaviorally-oriented, therefore progress is measurable and observable. She strives to understand the unique narrative of each of her client’s lives, knowing that meaningful change can only happen in the context of a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship. Danielle is licensed in Florida, No and is a Professional Social Worker Telehealth Provider in South Carolina.
Caroline Maruri, LMHC, LPC
Caroline Maruri, LMHC
Caroline is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has experience working with children as young as 10 years old through adulthood with a broad range of mental health and relationship issues. Throughout her career, Caroline has demonstrated proficiency in addressing a broad spectrum of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, personality disorders, impulsive behavior, self-esteem issues, LGBTQ+ concerns, and relationship dynamics. In doing so, Caroline discovered a profound passion for aiding teenagers and young adults in navigating pivotal life stages. Caroline utilizes a client-centered approach, drawing from evidence-based treatment modalities, such as CBT and DBT, to help clients learn tools to nurture deeper connections with themselves and others. Furthermore, Caroline has completed comprehensive training with The Gottman Institute, achieving proficiency in the evidence based Gottman Method, Levels 1 and 2. This specialized training equips her to provide clients facing relationship challenges with the tools and insights needed to enhance their connection and communication skills, fostering healthier and more fulfilling partnerships. As an inclusive therapist, Caroline warmly welcomes individuals from every background, gender, and sexual orientation. Caroline is licensed in Florida and is a Telehealth Registered Professional Counselor in South Carolina.