Antoinette Kruse, DSW, MSQ
Social Worker | Clinical
3592 Broadway Ste 100 Fort Myers FL, 33901About
Antoinette Kruse, DSW, MSW is a top Doctor of Social Work in Fort Myers, FL. With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Kruse is a University of Michigan-trained Clinical Social Work Educator, and Trauma Professional with a macro focus committed to partnering with individuals, families, communities, organizations, and government. Her research focuses on the impact of natural disasters and climate change on mental health.
Dr. Kruse is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Providence Family Life Center, a 501c3 non-profit organization established in 2008 with a focus on those with undiagnosed mental illness, co-occurring substance dependence, neuro-cognitive disorders, and developmental disabilities.
Dr. Kruse integrates her diverse clinical, academic, and community-based leadership to bring innovative, new thinking to old places. Her practice is strengthened by the quality of the “therapeutic relationship” using a trauma-informed approach to her work. Dr. Kruse is also a Certified Yoga Teacher, RYT200, bringing a unique mix of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), neuroscience, nutrition, and cultural consciousness with movement, mindful breathing, and meditation.
Education and Training
Walden University Doctor of Social Work 2022
University of Michigan Master of Social Work 2016
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- Exceptional Leadership 2023 Healthy Lee_ Lee Health Hospital Systems
Professional Memberships
- National Association of Social Workers; American Psychological Association; Council on Social Work Education
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Providence Family Life Center Corporation
Treatments
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Health Therapy
Internships
- Center for Education of Women
Professional Society Memberships
- National Association of Social Workers, The Network for Social Work Management, The American Psychological Association, The Lee County Public Health Task Force, The Healthcare Coalition of Southwest Florida
Professional Affiliations
- National Association of Social WorkersAmerican Psychological AssociationCouncil on Social Work Education
What do you attribute your success to?
- She attributes her success to living through her own trauma; having great mentors in life, excellent clinical training at the University of Michigan. She finds it rewarding, seeing a person become empowered using their own plan and follow through.
Areas of research
- Disaster Mental Health and Vulnerable PopulationsCollective TraumaDisasters and Chronic Disease
Awards
- 2023 Exceptional Leadership - Healthy Lee Lifestyle Coalition, Nutrition, Physical Activity, Weight, Diabetes Subcommittee
Teaching and speaking
- Columbia University, New York, NYFlorida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers, FLHodge University, Fort Myers, FL
Favorite Place to Vacation
- Europe
Hobbies / Sports
- Gardening, meditation, book stores,
Favorite professional publications
- Psychology Today
Areas of research
Disaster mental health. Traumatic Stress and Collective trauma.
Antoinette Kruse, DSW, MSQ's Practice location
Providence Family Life Center
3592 Broadway Ste 100 -Fort Myers, FL 33901Get Direction
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