Information about Dr. Gagnon’s Maternity Leave:

Please read update section below for updates!

Dear Client/Patient,

As you know, I will be on maternity leave beginning in October (2013).  My last day in the office will be Thursday, September  26th, 2013.  At this time, I am not certain what my return-to-work date will be but I expect to be back sometime between late January 2014 and April 2014.  You will receive a letter and/or email to notify you when I return to work, so please make sure your mailing address is updated in my records.  (If you believe I may have an incorrect mailing or email address for you, simply email my office at [email protected] ).

The attached list of colleagues (scroll below) are familiar with my practice, and will be happy to work with you during my absence.  Of course, you may also choose any provider you like from your own research, or insurance list.

When I return to work, you have the option of coming back to therapy with me, or continuing to see another therapist.  It is completely up to you!

I strongly recommend that you book your appointment with the therapist of your choice as soon as possible to ensure availability.  Once you have done so, please let me know so that you can sign a release of information so that I may assist in coordinating your transition with your new therapist.

During my absence, either myself or my assistant will be monitoring email at least once per week.  If you are an existing client, and need to reach me, just send an email and I will be in touch with you as soon as I can.  Please keep in mind that depending on my medical condition, it could take a week or two for you to receive a call back.  Thus, if you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please either call 911, go to your local emergency room, or contact the Crisis Line of Broward at 954-461-0911.

I look forward to seeing you again soon!

Dr. Chantal Gagnon, Ph.D., LMHC

Update 2/28/14:

I will be back in the office full-time seeing clients and patients April 1, 2014.  You can start calling mid-March to book your appointments!  Exciting changes coming soon: 1) a new website look 2) a Facebook “facelift” 3) new appointment hours including morning, afternoons, evening, and Saturdays!  See you soon!

Update 1/4/14:

I apologize for not updating sooner.  Apparently newborns demand a lot of time and attention!  I delivered in late November.  We had some medical complications, but all is well now and baby is doing fine except for some reflux.  I am recovering from a C-section, and will be having another surgery in a few weeks.

I expect to be back at work seeing patients/clients in April.  Until then, I will be working on billing and administrative tasks sporadically, as my health and my newborn permit.  The best way to reach me is via email.

Update 9/30/13:

Other Therapists in the Area:

Ms. Monica Arroyo, LCSW, CAP, SAP

2863 Executive Park Drive, Suite 106
Weston, FL 33331
954-358-5788
www.westbrowardcounseling.com

Insurances Accepted*
Humana/LifeSynch
Blue Cross/ Blue Shield
Cigna
Aetna
Out-of-Network PPO’s
Private-pay
Works with:  Adolescents, Adults, Couples, Families
Please visit Ms. Arroyo’s website to learn more about her training, background, and areas of expertise.

Dr. Leah Olshein, LMFT

8201 Peters Rd Suite 1000
Plantation, FL 33324
305-926-5044

Insurances Accepted*
Humana/LifeSynch
Cigna
Coventry/MhNet
Out-of-Network PPO’s
Private-pay
Works with:  Adolescents, Adults, Couples

Dr. Lisa Saponaro, Ph.D.

120 S. University Drive, Suite A
Plantation, FL 33324
Office: (954) 577-0095
Cell: (954) 560-9567
www.lsaponaro.com

Insurances Accepted*
Medicare
Tricare
Amerigroup
Coventry/MhNet
Out-of-Network PPO’s
Private-pay
Works with:  Children, Adolescents, Adults, Couples, Families
Please visit Dr. Saponaro’s website to learn more about her training, background, and areas of expertise.

Dr. Seth Grobman, Psy.D.

2625 Executive Park Drive – Suite 3
Weston, FL 33331
Ph: 954.385.4696
www.westonpsychcare.com

Insurances Accepted*
Cigna
BCBS
Aetna
United
Coventry/MhNet
ValueOptions
Tricare
Private-pay
Works with:  Adolescents, Adults, Couples
Please visit Dr. Grobman’s website to learn more about his training, background, and areas of expertise

Mr Jared Kreisberg, LMHC

Office in Pembroke Pines
954-895-7243 (please call for exact location)
Insurances Accepted*

Blue Cross/Blue Shield
Aetna
United Health Care
Tricare
Medicare
Cigna
Private-pay
Works with:  Children, Adolescents, Adults, Couples
Please visit Mr. Kreisberg’s Psychology Today listing to learn more about his training, background, and areas of expertise.

Ms. Allyson Tomchin, LCSW

2455 Hollywood Boulevard
Suite 122
Hollywood, Florida 33020
954.925.9071
www.directiveenergy.com

Insurances Accepted*
Private-pay only

Works with:  Adolescents, Adults, Families / Divorce Adjustment and Parenting Coordination
Please visit Ms. Tomchin’s website to learn more about her training, background, and areas of expertise.

* Insurance Accepted is subject to change.  Please contact that therapist directly to confirm your insurance acceptance in their office.

Dr. Chantal Marie Gagnon is a Licensed Psychotherapist and Life Coach in Plantation, Florida. She provides individual therapy and marriage counseling to clients near Broward County zip codes 33324, 33317, 33326, 33331. Dr. Gagnon can be reached a www.LifeCounselor.net .

Dr. Gagnon’s services include: marriage counseling, couples counseling, relationship counseling, life coaching, and therapy for depression, anxiety, addictions, postpartum depression, depression during pregnancy, anxiety attacks, bereavement, burnout, and more.