Who we are

Within These Walls is more than just a name—it’s a mindset. Because we believe that in the square footage of your mind is where all your emotions live, and just like any home, sometimes that space needs a little organizing, renovating, or even a fresh coat of paint. We’re here to help you explore every room, uncover hidden corners, and make your inner world a place where you feel safe, understood, and empowered. After all, the strongest foundations start from Within These Walls.

We want to be your go-to crew for navigating the many twists and surprising turns of life’s emotional rollercoaster. We blend professional expertise with a playful splash of humor and heaps of genuine heart to create a safe, welcoming space where you can truly be your authentic self—no masks, no judgments, just real you. Our passionate team is dedicated to helping you unlock your inner strength, bravely face life’s challenges head-on, and discover lasting, meaningful joy. Think of us as your trusty emotional pit crew, always ready to tune up your mind, boost your spirit, and fuel you up so you can race at full speed toward becoming your absolute best self.

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Meet Zamarys

Hi there! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Qualified Supervisor with over a decade of experience sporting a variety of hats across different fields. I graduated from Indian River State College in 2014 with a Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, focusing on Youth and Families. I then earned my Master of Social Work from Barry University in 2017. After graduation, I dove into the substance recovery field, supporting individuals battling addiction. Later, I shifted gears to hospice care, working alongside those facing life-limiting diagnoses and offering grief support to families navigating various losses. Most recently, I work alongside those who are incarcerated, helping them navigate the complex emotional impact of detainment. Along the way, I’ve also teamed up with folks dealing with anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, generational trauma, and the ups and downs of couple and family dynamics. My goal is to address the mental health challenges and unpack deep-rooted traumas that often come hand-in-hand with the everyday experience of life. Every day is a reminder that within our own walls we are human stories yearning for healing, understanding, and a fresh start.

My counseling style? Think warm, interactive, and sprinkled with a generous dash of compassion. I’m a firm believer that everyone deserves respect, sensitivity, and a listening heart (yep, that’s me—the “heart with ears”). I use humor in therapy to break down barriers fast. A good joke eases tough moments and opens the way for deeper talks. Like lemon in tea, it makes things brighter and easier. Humor helps you see struggles differently and shows healing can be fun. Laughter isn’t just medicine—it brings real change. I’m also solution focused. I cut through the fluff because you deserve real solutions that actually work. No clichés, no therapy speak—just honest conversations that get to the heart of what’s holding you back. Together, we focus on what’s possible now and create actionable steps that bring genuine change. Authenticity isn’t optional here; it’s how we build trust and take meaningful strides forward. Let’s keep it real and get you moving.

No two journeys are alike, so I customize my approach to fit YOU, drawing from a toolbox filled with cognitive-behavioral, existential, solution-focused, and client-centered methods—all from a strengths-based perspective. It takes serious courage to ask for help, and I’d be honored to walk alongside you on this adventure. Let’s tackle whatever life throws your way, together!

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Areas of Specialty:

  • Substance use or abuse addiction, both alcohol and drugs

  • Navigating challenges in recovery

  • Codependency

  • Issues with shame, self-esteem, or self-worth

  • Childhood trauma and Complex Trauma

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Grief and loss

  • Adjustment to life altering medical diagnosis

  • Relationship issues, overcoming affairs and rebuilding trust

  • Relationship Recovery

  • Parenting stressors

  • Work related stressors

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Let’s work together

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