Therapists in Sarasota, FL

If you or your loved one has a problem with drugs, alcohol, or another addiction, I can help. Because no two individuals are alike, I offer a wide array of recovery support services, such as Intensive Out-Patient, Recovery Coaching (sober coach), Intervention, Recovery Companion (sober companion), Safe Transport, Drug/Alcohol Testing, and Case Management. I can help you or your loved one break free from a destructive cycle and rebuild a healthy lifestyle.

I provide professional and clinical counseling. My goal is to promote the beauty of restoration and that healing and transformation are real possibilities. I believe that within a trusting relationship, I will be able to help my clients identify the pain areas that need the most work. As a licensed professional, I am committed to the highest standards of therapeutic practice and adhere to state ethical codes. I draw upon my clinical training and formal education to address each unique need. I am licensed in the State of Florida and the State of Wisconsin.

I am dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of individuals who are battling addiction. My goal is to be a beacon of hope and support for individuals as they embark on their journey to recovery. I am dedicated to empowering them with the tools and strategies needed to overcome addiction and lead fulfilling, healthy lives. I am committed to fostering a safe and non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their challenges, develop coping mechanisms, and ultimately find a path to sobriety.

Our goal is to get you back to being you. Dr. Goldfarb is a Yale trained psychologist who offers psychological services for mood and anxiety disorders including depression, anxiety, addictions, ADHD/ADD, stress, grief and loss, infertility, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and chronic pain. We work with individuals, couples, and families. We treat children, adolescents and adults. Dr. Goldfarb provides evidence-based treatment, including psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy. She has extensive training in working with clients with eating and weight disorders. She also specializes in conducting psychological evaluations/assessments for children and adults, including gifted testing and forensic evaluations.

Lee Schlanger is a Florida State Licensed Mental Health Counselor currently living Sarasota, FL by way of New York City, NY. Lee has a passion for animals and doing anything outdoors, and is an avid sports fan. Lee has been working as a Mental Health Counselor since of 2016. Lee specializes in working with clients who are experiencing anxiety and depression as well as specializes in working with clients who have undergone grief, loss, and traumatic events, as well as substance abuse recovery, and more. Lee is also a Board Certified Tele-Mental Health Provider and specializes in Telehealth sessions and is Certified EMDR and Trauma.

My practice is limited, as I'm a full time Psychology Professor and Department Chair at a Florida State College. I have over two decades of experience providing psychotherapy and relationship counseling. My clients tell me the hardest thing about reaching out for help is not knowing where to start or who to call. I know I'm a stranger to you, but my hope is you feel comfortable enough to take a risk with me. Please do not hesitate to call me with any questions you may have.

Hi! I’m Sisi Zhao, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a nationally certified rehabilitation counselor currently working out of Sarasota, Florida. My top priority is to always ensure your well-being and providing you with the necessary tools and resources to help achieve your goals. My approach to therapy is very person-centered, meaning that your needs always come first and that you are an equal partner in the planning of your care. I have experience in working with children, adolescents and adults that are struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, chronic health issues, substance abuse and ADHD.

If you want change in your life, I can help. I believe everyone has the strength and courage within themselves to find the "answers" they are seeking; therapy is the process of discovering these "answers." I want to help you find your answers and can offer non-judgmental support so that you can be a healthier, stronger you. I graduated from Argosy University, earning my Masters of Art degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am also a graduate from the University of South Florida's Bachelors of Art Program with a degree in Psychology.

Fear of the unknown can be scary and overwhelming ,Being able to adapt to the new world changes and life transitions can be very challenging. I can empower you and help you develop new skills and self-confidence in these uncertain times.

My primary goal is to provide you with relief and improvement in functioning and well-being. I will work closely with you while we help to move you to a more positive and functional situation. We will work together collaboratively to relieve your distress and establish a strong and mutually trusting therapeutic relationship. The most important part of the experience will be to instill and foster hope, to help you see positive change, and to make sure that you feel supported. You are not alone.

Specializing in trauma recovery, codependency, relationships and the emotional reconnection of men, my focus is helping clients heal underlying wounds which affect adult life. As clients move from reactivity to responsiveness or from victimization to empowerment, they are enabled to live their best lives. I provide a non-judgmental environment as clients identify and address the core issues which may be leading to depression, anxiety, addictions or relationship problems. A multi-modal approach which may include counseling, EMDR, Neurofeedback and Intensive workshops enable clients to receive needed services in one setting.

Taylor is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern in the state of Florida and is being supervised by Lauren Mauck, LMFT,CSAT, QS. She recently graduated with her Master's in Marriage, Couple's, and Family Counseling from Regent University. Taylor is passionate about working with teenagers, young adults, and women through relational and family issues, especially when a loved one exhibits tendencies of narcissistic or borderline personality disorder. Taylor is beginning her Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) training in January 2022 to specialize in betrayal trauma and female sex and love addiction.

My passion is working with people who are experiencing life transitions, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma symptoms, addiction and relationship challenges and are motivated to make positive lifestyle changes. I work with individuals, adults, and adolescents. I have worked with both the mental health and substance use populations for the past seven years, working in both residential programs and outpatient settings. My goal is to sit with you in your experience, providing encouragement and support while teaching you skills to help you maintain long-term stability and improve your overall mental well-being.

We live in complicated times. The stresses put upon our relationships with those we care about most can, at times, feel overwhelming. Many couples and families are dealing with any number of difficult or impossible relational issues. Whatever your need, you have the power to make the changes necessary to have the future you desire. Whether your marriage or family is in crisis and is in need of immediate conflict resolution, or you need long-term help and support, Lynn’s years of experience with marriages and families will help you get back on track.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist with many years of experience. I have worked with adults, children and adolescents in several venues. My goal is to meet people where they are and bring them along their journey to attain their desired outcome.

For 36 years I have worked as a psychotherapist to help individuals, couples and families find their way to a healthy, satisfying and happy life. I create a supportive, caring and empathetic environment to help you work through the difficulties you face. We not only talk about what you are struggling with, but we will find ways to have a deeper understanding of the patterns of behavior that have gotten in the way of you finding useful and creative solutions. I provide various forms of TeleHealth Therapy with FaceTime, Zoom or Phone sessions.

I offer supportive, client centered and strength based psychotherapy, and invite you to engage in authentic and intuitive exchange in our work together. If you or a family member struggle with addiction, or the depression, trauma, co-dependency, anxiety that accompany it, I can help you into a more satisfying life with mindfulness, empowering your innate strengths and coping skills. Experienced with co-occurring disorders, I can help you find the best treatment combination for you.

Welcome, I am Ashley, a Florida native. I specialize in trauma treatment designed to help you heal. Trauma from betrayal, sex addiction, porn addiction, abusive marriages, childhood sexual abuse, family of origin, divorce and everything in between. I am trained in EMDR, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, CSAT, Level 1 Gottman, and IFS informed. EMDR is the most powerful tool to help you heal from your trauma. Trauma shows up in all of us at some point in our lifetime. Symptoms of flashbacks, anxiety, avoidance, sleep disturbances, mood shifts, frequent crying, and negative beliefs about ourselves. Through EMDR we CAN heal.

My approach to clients is meeting them where they are at and getting an understanding of their past and helping them create future goals. I work on the past first and move to the current and future. I use a combination of traditional counseling techniques with integrating mind, body, spirit and techniques in energy psychology, EMDR, hypnotherapy, and vibration sound healing and other forms of deep relaxation and natural holistic healing approaches if the client is interested in them.