Photo of Julie Mergl, Counselor in 32258, FL
Julie Mergl
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32258
Let me help you move beyond trauma, anxiety, and depression, as life can be too hard to do it alone. I am a non-judgmental therapist who will listen with compassion and care. I'll use my 20 years of eclectic experience (DBT/CBT/EMDR/Psychodrama/Hypnosis, etc.) to help you work life's challenges and find your inner peace. If you want someone to really hear you, to help you find a better way of living and improve the way you look at life, then I am the counselor for you. I can help you grow stronger and find inner peace in the midst of the most difficult situations
Let me help you move beyond trauma, anxiety, and depression, as life can be too hard to do it alone. I am a non-judgmental therapist who will listen with compassion and care. I'll use my 20 years of eclectic experience (DBT/CBT/EMDR/Psychodrama/Hypnosis, etc.) to help you work life's challenges and find your inner peace. If you want someone to really hear you, to help you find a better way of living and improve the way you look at life, then I am the counselor for you. I can help you grow stronger and find inner peace in the midst of the most difficult situations
(904) 441-6171 View (904) 441-6171
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Jennifer R Lehman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32258
Waitlist for new clients
I approach things differently, blending psychotherapy with intuition. I have extensive training in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, and depression, as well as energy psychology. Some fundamental questions in our work together will be: how does fear control your life? what causes you to stay stuck in unhealthy patterns? Digging into these patterns is our launchpad. But tapping into your intuition and your higher self is a game changer. Fear will no longer be in charge of your mind. My passion is to help you connect the dots in your own life and really trust yourself.
I approach things differently, blending psychotherapy with intuition. I have extensive training in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, and depression, as well as energy psychology. Some fundamental questions in our work together will be: how does fear control your life? what causes you to stay stuck in unhealthy patterns? Digging into these patterns is our launchpad. But tapping into your intuition and your higher self is a game changer. Fear will no longer be in charge of your mind. My passion is to help you connect the dots in your own life and really trust yourself.
(904) 204-2868 View (904) 204-2868
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Andréa Green-Soto
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32258
When you think about yourself, who or what do you see in your mind? Do you speak about dreams and the future? Or has life become monotonous? Are you feeling lonely, isolated, or emotionally a? Are you feeling anxious or depressed? What do your relationships look like? Does it seem like no one listens or understands you? Do you struggle to communicate with loved ones? Now, think about how you answered those questions. In life, there are experiences that can affect you mentally, emotionally, physically, or spiritually. The effects may present as anger, anxiety, depression, poor self-confidence, or negative thinking. You are NOT alone.
When you think about yourself, who or what do you see in your mind? Do you speak about dreams and the future? Or has life become monotonous? Are you feeling lonely, isolated, or emotionally a? Are you feeling anxious or depressed? What do your relationships look like? Does it seem like no one listens or understands you? Do you struggle to communicate with loved ones? Now, think about how you answered those questions. In life, there are experiences that can affect you mentally, emotionally, physically, or spiritually. The effects may present as anger, anxiety, depression, poor self-confidence, or negative thinking. You are NOT alone.
(904) 560-5881 View (904) 560-5881
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Sydney Hamrick
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32258
It is my upmost intent to meet you where you are at to accomplish your mental health goals. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, personality/mood disorders, ADHD, PTSD, & more. I can assure you that there is always hope, and I am passionate about bringing that hope back into your life. As a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, I am dedicated to providing compassionate and effective mental health support to individuals seeking positive change, personal growth, and obtaining their personal goals. I am committed to fostering a therapeutic alliance built on trust, empathy, and collaboration.
It is my upmost intent to meet you where you are at to accomplish your mental health goals. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, personality/mood disorders, ADHD, PTSD, & more. I can assure you that there is always hope, and I am passionate about bringing that hope back into your life. As a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, I am dedicated to providing compassionate and effective mental health support to individuals seeking positive change, personal growth, and obtaining their personal goals. I am committed to fostering a therapeutic alliance built on trust, empathy, and collaboration.
(904) 560-5114 View (904) 560-5114
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Dishaun Davis Disu
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32258  (Online Only)
I specialize in women’s mental health and enjoy helping women who may be experiencing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, relationship issues, work-life balance issues, life transitions, and spiritual warfare.
I believe that in order for individuals to experience an extraordinary life (a life filled with peace, love, joy, and purpose) they must learn how to heal, protect, and strengthen all three parts of themselves - the soul (mind, will, & emotions), the body, and the spirit. I incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy with Christian, biblical principles to address a complexity of issues within an individual, family, couple, or group that may be preventing them from experiencing physical, mental, and spiritual wholeness. Also, my husband, Adewale Disu, a Certified Life Coach, provides life coaching services to men.
I specialize in women’s mental health and enjoy helping women who may be experiencing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, relationship issues, work-life balance issues, life transitions, and spiritual warfare.
I believe that in order for individuals to experience an extraordinary life (a life filled with peace, love, joy, and purpose) they must learn how to heal, protect, and strengthen all three parts of themselves - the soul (mind, will, & emotions), the body, and the spirit. I incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy with Christian, biblical principles to address a complexity of issues within an individual, family, couple, or group that may be preventing them from experiencing physical, mental, and spiritual wholeness. Also, my husband, Adewale Disu, a Certified Life Coach, provides life coaching services to men.
(904) 414-3891 View (904) 414-3891
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Megan Rockwood
Counselor, LMHC, MCAP, CSOTP, QS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32258
Thank you for taking the time to view my profile! I've been a psychotherapist for 15 years after 3 years assisting in published psychological research. My focus is on adult patients with trauma, family systems, anxiety, depression, addictions, personality disorders and/or emotional dysregulation. More recently in my career, I focus on emotional abuse, domestic abuse, dysfunctional family dynamics and recovery for both clients and other professionals. It is my mission to provide quality care with the respect and empathy everyone deserves!
Thank you for taking the time to view my profile! I've been a psychotherapist for 15 years after 3 years assisting in published psychological research. My focus is on adult patients with trauma, family systems, anxiety, depression, addictions, personality disorders and/or emotional dysregulation. More recently in my career, I focus on emotional abuse, domestic abuse, dysfunctional family dynamics and recovery for both clients and other professionals. It is my mission to provide quality care with the respect and empathy everyone deserves!
(888) 793-2304 x101 View (888) 793-2304 x101
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Amity Olson - Emdr Intensives
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32258  (Online Only)
I work closely with individuals who have lived through trauma and/or painful life experiences. I help them process their experiences to find their way toward healing; whatever that may look like for them, based on their individual goals.
I work closely with individuals who have lived through trauma and/or painful life experiences. I help them process their experiences to find their way toward healing; whatever that may look like for them, based on their individual goals.
(904) 875-8797 View (904) 875-8797
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Marler Counseling
Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32258  (Online Only)
Finding the right therapist is a very important decision to make. In the right setting, therapy offers the potential to resolve issues, gain clarity and reach personal fulfillment in daily life. I offer a calm, compassionate, non-judgmental office space where I am committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for you to feel supported and accepted. I utilize innovative and creative methods to explore the inner workings of the mind. During sessions, I work from various evidence-based therapeutic approaches to illuminate underlying issues and traumas. I offer individual, couples and group counseling.
Finding the right therapist is a very important decision to make. In the right setting, therapy offers the potential to resolve issues, gain clarity and reach personal fulfillment in daily life. I offer a calm, compassionate, non-judgmental office space where I am committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for you to feel supported and accepted. I utilize innovative and creative methods to explore the inner workings of the mind. During sessions, I work from various evidence-based therapeutic approaches to illuminate underlying issues and traumas. I offer individual, couples and group counseling.
(904) 747-8988 View (904) 747-8988
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Moss Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32258
My goal as a therapist is to find solutions that work for you on an individual basis, helping you to discover the true potential of your life. There may be no magic button or quick-fix solution when it comes to changing things from the past that have been difficult. What we can do is work together to find understanding and resolution in the difficult areas of your life and in the challenges you have to face. Through various techniques and approaches that have proven results, we’ll be able to identify the behaviors and thoughts that might be holding you back from living your best life, and finding meaning in your everyday life.
My goal as a therapist is to find solutions that work for you on an individual basis, helping you to discover the true potential of your life. There may be no magic button or quick-fix solution when it comes to changing things from the past that have been difficult. What we can do is work together to find understanding and resolution in the difficult areas of your life and in the challenges you have to face. Through various techniques and approaches that have proven results, we’ll be able to identify the behaviors and thoughts that might be holding you back from living your best life, and finding meaning in your everyday life.
(904) 329-7866 View (904) 329-7866
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Paso a Paso Counseling and Psychotherapy
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, CTP
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32258
Paso A Paso means Step By Step. I promise to be there for you every step of our journey together. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life. Get in touch today to see how we can navigate life together. You do not have to walk alone. Whatever the reason we may have for holding back our truest and deepest concerns, therapy is the place to let those worries unfold and air out, while you are emotionally held and supported. *We are hurt in relationships, but we can also be healed in the right type of relationship*. A counseling relationship can help.
Paso A Paso means Step By Step. I promise to be there for you every step of our journey together. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life. Get in touch today to see how we can navigate life together. You do not have to walk alone. Whatever the reason we may have for holding back our truest and deepest concerns, therapy is the place to let those worries unfold and air out, while you are emotionally held and supported. *We are hurt in relationships, but we can also be healed in the right type of relationship*. A counseling relationship can help.
(904) 875-2544 View (904) 875-2544
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Moriah White Pender
Counselor, MA, LAPC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32258
New to therapy? Great. Tried 10 different therapists? Cool! My ideal client is anyone who is wanting to better themself. I think the most important factor in therapy is building a warm, welcoming therapeutic relationship. If you can't feel comfortable in therapy, no real work will be done. Let's get to know each other and work together to accomplish your goals!
New to therapy? Great. Tried 10 different therapists? Cool! My ideal client is anyone who is wanting to better themself. I think the most important factor in therapy is building a warm, welcoming therapeutic relationship. If you can't feel comfortable in therapy, no real work will be done. Let's get to know each other and work together to accomplish your goals!
(904) 842-3088 View (904) 842-3088
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Passion Dixon
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32258  (Online Only)
My greatest strength as a practitioner is my understanding of the human experience. I understand the uniqueness of the client/practitioner relationship, while recognizing the importance of seeing the client as a human first. I like to give my client as much autonomy as possible throughout the course of their treatment. I understand that most things in life are beyond our control, and I feel it’s important for clients who are experiencing some form of distress to feel they have some degree of control in their life.
My greatest strength as a practitioner is my understanding of the human experience. I understand the uniqueness of the client/practitioner relationship, while recognizing the importance of seeing the client as a human first. I like to give my client as much autonomy as possible throughout the course of their treatment. I understand that most things in life are beyond our control, and I feel it’s important for clients who are experiencing some form of distress to feel they have some degree of control in their life.
(904) 901-4248 View (904) 901-4248
Photo of Walter McClinton RMHCI, Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern in 32258, FL
Walter McClinton RMHCI
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32258
Ideally, I want the client to be willing to peel back those layers of pain through understanding, believing truly in themselves along with what they are looking to work towards. Painting a better version of themselves and their plans to accomplish it.
Ideally, I want the client to be willing to peel back those layers of pain through understanding, believing truly in themselves along with what they are looking to work towards. Painting a better version of themselves and their plans to accomplish it.
(904) 966-4707 View (904) 966-4707
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TheraFit
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32258
At TheraFit we help our clients learn to Live Well. Live Free. Live MentalFit. Through our services and programs, you will experience the GAINS (Growth mindset, Accept your authentic self, Invest time in you, Never give up, Success awaits) you have been searching for to live a life you deserve. TheraFit offers Individual, Couples and Marriage Counseling, Performance Coaching, an Intensive MentalFit Program, and Leadership Trainings and Seminars to businesses. Contact us today to learn more and start the next chapter of your journey today!
At TheraFit we help our clients learn to Live Well. Live Free. Live MentalFit. Through our services and programs, you will experience the GAINS (Growth mindset, Accept your authentic self, Invest time in you, Never give up, Success awaits) you have been searching for to live a life you deserve. TheraFit offers Individual, Couples and Marriage Counseling, Performance Coaching, an Intensive MentalFit Program, and Leadership Trainings and Seminars to businesses. Contact us today to learn more and start the next chapter of your journey today!
(904) 769-5426 View (904) 769-5426
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Heather Renee Fisse
Counselor, LMHC, LMT, RYT, CPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32258
Do you feel disconnected from your friends, family and self? Do you struggle with making decisions and feel as though time is slipping away from you? This is commonplace in our society as we are constantly being pulled in different directions by the demands of our world. I value the power of integrating one's mental, physical, and spiritual self into daily living so that we find purpose and happiness in the moment, regardless of the activity, and begin the process of recognizing what choices we have in our power to create the life that we find meaningful.
Do you feel disconnected from your friends, family and self? Do you struggle with making decisions and feel as though time is slipping away from you? This is commonplace in our society as we are constantly being pulled in different directions by the demands of our world. I value the power of integrating one's mental, physical, and spiritual self into daily living so that we find purpose and happiness in the moment, regardless of the activity, and begin the process of recognizing what choices we have in our power to create the life that we find meaningful.
(904) 342-6645 View (904) 342-6645
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Evelyn Huntley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32258
Are you looking for help with a relationship? How do you decide which therapist is a good fit for your situation? It's hard to make the first step, I get it. I will provide you with a warm, accepting, and non-judgmental perspective. I work with individuals, couples and families who need help with their most important relationships. I work with premarital, married couples, and blended families. I believe life was meant to be lived in a safe and secure relationship with others, if you do too...I can help.
Are you looking for help with a relationship? How do you decide which therapist is a good fit for your situation? It's hard to make the first step, I get it. I will provide you with a warm, accepting, and non-judgmental perspective. I work with individuals, couples and families who need help with their most important relationships. I work with premarital, married couples, and blended families. I believe life was meant to be lived in a safe and secure relationship with others, if you do too...I can help.
(904) 853-3745 View (904) 853-3745
Photo of Dawn Lindner DiRito, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 32258, FL
Dawn Lindner DiRito
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32258
As a seasoned psychotherapist, my passion lies in fostering transformative healing experiences in therapy. With extensive experience, I offer a compassionate and client-centered approach, tailoring therapeutic interventions to the needs of the individual or couple. I aim to create an empathetic and supportive environment in which clients will grow emotionally and achieve lasting positive change.
As a seasoned psychotherapist, my passion lies in fostering transformative healing experiences in therapy. With extensive experience, I offer a compassionate and client-centered approach, tailoring therapeutic interventions to the needs of the individual or couple. I aim to create an empathetic and supportive environment in which clients will grow emotionally and achieve lasting positive change.
(904) 822-1806 View (904) 822-1806
Anxiety Therapists

What are the most common treatments for anxiety?

Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?

The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

When should I seek treatment for anxiety?

Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?

Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.