Therapists in Venice, FL
Kelli Skaggs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S, LCSW-QS
Verified Verified
Venice, FL 34285
Life can be really, truly, hard, anxiety feels awful, depression can be debilitating. I strive to meet you where you are at and help you get you where you want to be. I create a space to foster positive growth in a comfortable and safe environment. I am trained and love to work with clients facing issues of anxiety and panic, grief, trauma, gender identity, bipolar disorder, OCD and adult ADHD.
Life can be really, truly, hard, anxiety feels awful, depression can be debilitating. I strive to meet you where you are at and help you get you where you want to be. I create a space to foster positive growth in a comfortable and safe environment. I am trained and love to work with clients facing issues of anxiety and panic, grief, trauma, gender identity, bipolar disorder, OCD and adult ADHD.
Jennifer Lieberman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Venice, FL 34286
We work together on issues including transitions, identity issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, reinvigorating relationship, healing after broken commitments, and should a couple want to dissolve the relationship, trying to do so in a way that honors the history of love and relationship.
I enjoy engaging with people about their lives, hearing what matters to them, what's meaningful, and encouraging them to live lives in alignment with those preferences. I partner with people to feel the permission really to be alive. I find it important to keep the work connected to what clients value; that fuels the resilience to tolerate change, hard conversations, and uncomfortable feelings (common elements of therapy). Given this, my ideal client/s is interested in feeling more self-acceptance, capacity to tolerate others, and to face unhelpful, old patterns with love in order to encourage choice and the possibility of change.
We work together on issues including transitions, identity issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, reinvigorating relationship, healing after broken commitments, and should a couple want to dissolve the relationship, trying to do so in a way that honors the history of love and relationship.
I enjoy engaging with people about their lives, hearing what matters to them, what's meaningful, and encouraging them to live lives in alignment with those preferences. I partner with people to feel the permission really to be alive. I find it important to keep the work connected to what clients value; that fuels the resilience to tolerate change, hard conversations, and uncomfortable feelings (common elements of therapy). Given this, my ideal client/s is interested in feeling more self-acceptance, capacity to tolerate others, and to face unhelpful, old patterns with love in order to encourage choice and the possibility of change.
Claire Roberts
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MEd, LMHC, RYT-200
Verified Verified
Venice, FL 34293 (Online Only)
Are you experiencing a major life change, such as divorce and relationship stress, career transition and burnout, caregiver/compassion fatigue, grief and loss, health/medical issues, or everyday life stress? Are you looking for someone to offer compassionate support while you process these life events? I pride myself on holding space for others in life's hardest moments, and feel honored to watch my client's transform in ways they did not know were possible. I meet clients as they are and provide a safe space to reconnect with what they value and experiment with responding to the world around them more effectively.
Are you experiencing a major life change, such as divorce and relationship stress, career transition and burnout, caregiver/compassion fatigue, grief and loss, health/medical issues, or everyday life stress? Are you looking for someone to offer compassionate support while you process these life events? I pride myself on holding space for others in life's hardest moments, and feel honored to watch my client's transform in ways they did not know were possible. I meet clients as they are and provide a safe space to reconnect with what they value and experiment with responding to the world around them more effectively.
Cosmic Warrior Wisdom, LLC
BCC
Verified Verified
Venice, FL 34293
Julie Clark is a Board-Certified Coach specializing in Narcissistic Abuse Recovery, Psychospiritual Coaching and Entheogenic Medicine Integration. Clients recovering from Narcissistic Abuse are guided to establish a solid and lasting inner identification with the Authentic Self, dissolving trauma-bonding patterns and restoring a healthy inner vibration. For those integrating Entheogenic Medicine Work, clients will decode and ground messages from their journeys to deepen the transformation process. All coaching incorporates Psychospiritual principles and is designed to efficiently evoke profound results that will not fade with time.
Julie Clark is a Board-Certified Coach specializing in Narcissistic Abuse Recovery, Psychospiritual Coaching and Entheogenic Medicine Integration. Clients recovering from Narcissistic Abuse are guided to establish a solid and lasting inner identification with the Authentic Self, dissolving trauma-bonding patterns and restoring a healthy inner vibration. For those integrating Entheogenic Medicine Work, clients will decode and ground messages from their journeys to deepen the transformation process. All coaching incorporates Psychospiritual principles and is designed to efficiently evoke profound results that will not fade with time.
Laurie-Ann O'Connor
Pre-Licensed Professional, EdD
Not Verified Not Verified
Venice, FL 34285
Waitlist for new clients
Kathleen Frank
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Venice, FL 34293
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in counseling clients that have experienced traumatic events, have intense emotional difficulties including depression and anxiety, feel overwhelmed with the demands of life, and/or feel they have tried everything and nothing seems to be working.
You're looking for a therapist for a reason. You have likely been trying your hardest to pull things together, but regardless of the constant effort, life is becoming more and more about 'getting through each day'. It can seem like a constant struggle for you, and the hope that this will all just go away is fading. You may not believe it right now, but things can change - I've seen it first-hand. And if you find a therapist you truly connect with and trust, you can actually begin to break apart what's been dragging you down so you can focus on what's most important to you in your life.
I specialize in counseling clients that have experienced traumatic events, have intense emotional difficulties including depression and anxiety, feel overwhelmed with the demands of life, and/or feel they have tried everything and nothing seems to be working.
You're looking for a therapist for a reason. You have likely been trying your hardest to pull things together, but regardless of the constant effort, life is becoming more and more about 'getting through each day'. It can seem like a constant struggle for you, and the hope that this will all just go away is fading. You may not believe it right now, but things can change - I've seen it first-hand. And if you find a therapist you truly connect with and trust, you can actually begin to break apart what's been dragging you down so you can focus on what's most important to you in your life.
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Dandelion Behavioral Health
Counselor, MA, LMHC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Port, FL 34287
Bipolar Disorders, Depression, Anxiety/Phobias, Grief/Loss, OCD, Autism Spectrum, Substance Related/Addictive Disorders, Divorce, Thought Disorders, Impulse Control, Abuse, Adjustment Disorders, PTSD/Trauma/Stressor-Related Disorders, Pre- and Post-Abortion issues, Relationship Issues, Spiritual issues, EMDR Certification, CBT, DBT, Boundaries, Art Therapy.
Sad? Stressed? Overwhelmed? Relationship conflicts? Life not going the way you planned? Feeling hopeless? Feeling alone? No one understands? I believe that most of our struggles start with our wounds. We are all wounded. We will walk down the path to recovery together. We will focus on your strengths, not your failures. A compassionate ear without judgment is what you can expect. An understanding environment is what you will experience. I offer talk therapy, play therapy, art therapy, and outside therapy with an eclectic and individualized approach. No two therapy sessions are exactly alike.
Bipolar Disorders, Depression, Anxiety/Phobias, Grief/Loss, OCD, Autism Spectrum, Substance Related/Addictive Disorders, Divorce, Thought Disorders, Impulse Control, Abuse, Adjustment Disorders, PTSD/Trauma/Stressor-Related Disorders, Pre- and Post-Abortion issues, Relationship Issues, Spiritual issues, EMDR Certification, CBT, DBT, Boundaries, Art Therapy.
Sad? Stressed? Overwhelmed? Relationship conflicts? Life not going the way you planned? Feeling hopeless? Feeling alone? No one understands? I believe that most of our struggles start with our wounds. We are all wounded. We will walk down the path to recovery together. We will focus on your strengths, not your failures. A compassionate ear without judgment is what you can expect. An understanding environment is what you will experience. I offer talk therapy, play therapy, art therapy, and outside therapy with an eclectic and individualized approach. No two therapy sessions are exactly alike.
Lisa Rowe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Port, FL 34287
Hey there! I'm a passionate therapist who specializes in helping individuals, couples, and families overcome deep-seated issues caused by past trauma and pain. My clients often feel that life threw them one (or more) unexpected curveballs, which left them feeling unsure, stuck, and repeating unwanted behaviors. Realizing that there is more to life, my clients reach out seeking freedom, recovery, and mended relationships.
Hey there! I'm a passionate therapist who specializes in helping individuals, couples, and families overcome deep-seated issues caused by past trauma and pain. My clients often feel that life threw them one (or more) unexpected curveballs, which left them feeling unsure, stuck, and repeating unwanted behaviors. Realizing that there is more to life, my clients reach out seeking freedom, recovery, and mended relationships.
Online Therapists
Dallas Trese
MA, RYT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
Waitlist for new clients
I am so glad you are here! If you're seeking a therapist who will share your tears, laughter, and validate your experiences while supporting you through the complexities of this anxious world, then you've found the perfect match in me. I describe my therapeutic approach as akin to finding your way back home—a sanctuary where you can feel safe, nurture your growth, and embark on your healing journey. Grounded in the firm belief that my role as a therapist is to truly understand, see, hear, and guide my clients, I'm committed to helping you heal your deepest wounds during our time together.
I am so glad you are here! If you're seeking a therapist who will share your tears, laughter, and validate your experiences while supporting you through the complexities of this anxious world, then you've found the perfect match in me. I describe my therapeutic approach as akin to finding your way back home—a sanctuary where you can feel safe, nurture your growth, and embark on your healing journey. Grounded in the firm belief that my role as a therapist is to truly understand, see, hear, and guide my clients, I'm committed to helping you heal your deepest wounds during our time together.
Pamela Trice
Counselor, PsyD, LCPC, MHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33810 (Online Only)
Accepting NEW Telehealth Clients! I know that it takes courage to ask for help and face issues that feel overwhelming. But this is the purpose of therapy—to offer you support and insight as you explore your path from hurting to wholeness. I have 20 years of experience helping adults overcome depression, anxiety, grief and helping them navigate life transitions from a faith-based perspective. I have training in psychology, theology, and somatic psychology. I recently relocated to Florida to be closer to family—and I look forward to serving you. I hold licenses to practice in both Florida (LMHC) and Illinois (LCPC).
Accepting NEW Telehealth Clients! I know that it takes courage to ask for help and face issues that feel overwhelming. But this is the purpose of therapy—to offer you support and insight as you explore your path from hurting to wholeness. I have 20 years of experience helping adults overcome depression, anxiety, grief and helping them navigate life transitions from a faith-based perspective. I have training in psychology, theology, and somatic psychology. I recently relocated to Florida to be closer to family—and I look forward to serving you. I hold licenses to practice in both Florida (LMHC) and Illinois (LCPC).
Bay Area Clarity
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP, CCATP
Verified Verified
Wesley Chapel, FL 33544
Waitlist for new clients
Among others, I treat anxiety, depression, fears, pain, and life transitions.
Would you like someone to talk to - completely without judgement or bias? To have a safe space for guidance? To gain a different perspective? Everyone goes through challenging situations in life, and while you may have successfully navigated through other difficulties you've faced, there's nothing wrong with seeking out extra support when you need it. In fact, therapy is ideal for people who have enough self-awareness to realize they need a helping hand, and that is something to be noted. Here, you are taking responsibility by accepting what you are experiencing and making a commitment to change something about it.
Among others, I treat anxiety, depression, fears, pain, and life transitions.
Would you like someone to talk to - completely without judgement or bias? To have a safe space for guidance? To gain a different perspective? Everyone goes through challenging situations in life, and while you may have successfully navigated through other difficulties you've faced, there's nothing wrong with seeking out extra support when you need it. In fact, therapy is ideal for people who have enough self-awareness to realize they need a helping hand, and that is something to be noted. Here, you are taking responsibility by accepting what you are experiencing and making a commitment to change something about it.
Elizabeth Lewerke
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palm Harbor, FL 34683
My experience includes counseling inmates; diagnosis of co-occurring disorders; substance abuse/addiction; trauma; self-esteem; grief/loss; depression; anxiety; mood disorders; personality disorders; marital and family issues and working with at risk youth aged infancy to 17.
Eclectic in my approach as there is no one theory fits all, I focus on client strengths and working toward solutions to overcoming barriers. Whatever is hindering your ability to move forward we will work through it and together find success in conquering weaknesses, adversity, working through grief and increasing self esteem to become your best self. We all have the ability to find happiness and to live our best life. I enjoy working with all ages children through adults. I particularly enjoy with working couples as well. In addition, I am Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) trained and a certified Yoga Instructor.
My experience includes counseling inmates; diagnosis of co-occurring disorders; substance abuse/addiction; trauma; self-esteem; grief/loss; depression; anxiety; mood disorders; personality disorders; marital and family issues and working with at risk youth aged infancy to 17.
Eclectic in my approach as there is no one theory fits all, I focus on client strengths and working toward solutions to overcoming barriers. Whatever is hindering your ability to move forward we will work through it and together find success in conquering weaknesses, adversity, working through grief and increasing self esteem to become your best self. We all have the ability to find happiness and to live our best life. I enjoy working with all ages children through adults. I particularly enjoy with working couples as well. In addition, I am Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) trained and a certified Yoga Instructor.
Monia Braatz
Counselor, LMHC , QS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Safety Harbor, FL 34695
I specialize in anxiety, depression and life transitions with teens and young adults.
Do you ever feel unseen or unheard? Maybe you feel like you don't quite belong? Or maybe you don't feel anything at all? Constantly battling racing thoughts and so many “what-ifs?”— When the struggle becomes too intense, it can be difficult to navigate on your own. It takes a lot of strength to work through the things that are weighing you down. It is my goal to guide and support you while empowering you to reconnect back to yourself.
I specialize in anxiety, depression and life transitions with teens and young adults.
Do you ever feel unseen or unheard? Maybe you feel like you don't quite belong? Or maybe you don't feel anything at all? Constantly battling racing thoughts and so many “what-ifs?”— When the struggle becomes too intense, it can be difficult to navigate on your own. It takes a lot of strength to work through the things that are weighing you down. It is my goal to guide and support you while empowering you to reconnect back to yourself.
Joel S. Brooks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33625 (Online Only)
My passion and love for my profession is to help my clients understand and have faith in their strengths, so they have the best chance of finding solutions to their problems. I provide a warm, confidential and safe place for discovering specific solutions that lead to healthy change. I love what I do and want to share my professionalisim with you for a meaningful and theraputic experience.
I have 37 years of clinical experience working with adults, children and adolescents. I specialize in trauma recovery, anxiety disorders and depression, utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy and mindfulness.
My passion and love for my profession is to help my clients understand and have faith in their strengths, so they have the best chance of finding solutions to their problems. I provide a warm, confidential and safe place for discovering specific solutions that lead to healthy change. I love what I do and want to share my professionalisim with you for a meaningful and theraputic experience.
I have 37 years of clinical experience working with adults, children and adolescents. I specialize in trauma recovery, anxiety disorders and depression, utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy and mindfulness.
Jen McLaughlin
MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33803
Waitlist for new clients
Are you finding it hard to cope with stress? Uncomfortable with uncertainty? Is your worry interfering with your ability to concentrate, leading to avoidance & procrastination? Maybe you've spent hours scrolling through Psychology Today profiles but froze when it was time to choose one. A part of you would do anything to avoid calling to book this appointment. I get it. But, your untreated anxiety or depression interferes with too many areas of your life—making it harder at work and in relationships. You're isolating because it all feels exhausting and overwhelming. Change is usually challenging for you, but this time, you're ready.
Are you finding it hard to cope with stress? Uncomfortable with uncertainty? Is your worry interfering with your ability to concentrate, leading to avoidance & procrastination? Maybe you've spent hours scrolling through Psychology Today profiles but froze when it was time to choose one. A part of you would do anything to avoid calling to book this appointment. I get it. But, your untreated anxiety or depression interferes with too many areas of your life—making it harder at work and in relationships. You're isolating because it all feels exhausting and overwhelming. Change is usually challenging for you, but this time, you're ready.
Renee MacDonald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34240 (Online Only)
Are you having difficulty feeling secure in relationships? Do you overthink and feel anxious a lot ? You’re someone who feels the anxiety bubble up inside when your loved one is unhappy and you won't feel better until you've solved things. It’s easier for you to think about others’ needs instead of your own. Then the spiral starts. You’re both emotionally exhausted and ready for a change. You’re ready to feel more fulfilled in your life and relationships. You’re ready to stop overthinking, overdoing and kick anxiety to the curb. Most of all, you’re ready to live a more connected and fulfilling life. I want to help you get there.
Are you having difficulty feeling secure in relationships? Do you overthink and feel anxious a lot ? You’re someone who feels the anxiety bubble up inside when your loved one is unhappy and you won't feel better until you've solved things. It’s easier for you to think about others’ needs instead of your own. Then the spiral starts. You’re both emotionally exhausted and ready for a change. You’re ready to feel more fulfilled in your life and relationships. You’re ready to stop overthinking, overdoing and kick anxiety to the curb. Most of all, you’re ready to live a more connected and fulfilling life. I want to help you get there.
Ann Witt
Counselor, PhD, MS, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tampa, FL 33602
Have you attended self-help workshops and read the latest books only to find yourself repeating the same old patterns that produce the same old results? My counseling style will fuel your motivation to create sustaining life changes, whether you are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, your career, relationship issues, parenting challenges, or the stressors of daily living! An innovative, caring, action-oriented approach will help you transform old patterns of behavior into renewed focus for more desirable, self-affirming outcomes. Make that important call right now while you are thinking about the changes you want to make.
Have you attended self-help workshops and read the latest books only to find yourself repeating the same old patterns that produce the same old results? My counseling style will fuel your motivation to create sustaining life changes, whether you are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, your career, relationship issues, parenting challenges, or the stressors of daily living! An innovative, caring, action-oriented approach will help you transform old patterns of behavior into renewed focus for more desirable, self-affirming outcomes. Make that important call right now while you are thinking about the changes you want to make.
Phillip Racies
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Myers, FL 33913 (Online Only)
Life is an ocean of never-ending challenge; we can get overwhelmed, anxious, isolated, and feel out of control. Without proper support we miss the opportunities for growth that adversity offers. I provide a supportive structure that allows exploration of the most important aspects of your life and helps you develop concrete practical skills to better respond to the complex challenges life presents - - whether in individual, couples, or family therapy. You will learn to better know, understand, and accept more of your experiences and interactions as you discover and shape more satisfying layers of yourself and your relationships.
Life is an ocean of never-ending challenge; we can get overwhelmed, anxious, isolated, and feel out of control. Without proper support we miss the opportunities for growth that adversity offers. I provide a supportive structure that allows exploration of the most important aspects of your life and helps you develop concrete practical skills to better respond to the complex challenges life presents - - whether in individual, couples, or family therapy. You will learn to better know, understand, and accept more of your experiences and interactions as you discover and shape more satisfying layers of yourself and your relationships.
Katherine Lance
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Kissimmee, FL 34747 (Online Only)
Is anxiety causing problems in your relationships and/or career? Is there something you're struggling to move past? Katherine is passionate about helping people heal from their trauma, break their anxiety cycle, learn how to soothe their nervous system and reclaim their personal power. Having 16 years counseling experience, Katherine enjoys helping people live in the present, tend to their wounds from the past, regulate emotions, challenge irrational beliefs, build healthier boundaries and find secure attachment within themself and with their partner.
Is anxiety causing problems in your relationships and/or career? Is there something you're struggling to move past? Katherine is passionate about helping people heal from their trauma, break their anxiety cycle, learn how to soothe their nervous system and reclaim their personal power. Having 16 years counseling experience, Katherine enjoys helping people live in the present, tend to their wounds from the past, regulate emotions, challenge irrational beliefs, build healthier boundaries and find secure attachment within themself and with their partner.
Katie Andersson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, RMHCI
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Naples, FL 34108 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I help clients recover from traumatic events, find relief from depression and anxiety, and find meaning in grief and loss.
Taking the first step to seek counseling can be overwhelming, and it also demonstrates tremendous courage. As a counselor, I consider it an honor to support individuals in finding resilience through life’s challenges. I am passionate about providing trauma-informed care, which means a felt sense of safety and a kind and considerate pace are the most important things in the room. I lead with curiosity and compassion and offer a nonjudgmental space where clients can freely explore their inner world. Whatever your story or need, you can expect your treatment to be highly individualized and to honor you as a unique human being.
I help clients recover from traumatic events, find relief from depression and anxiety, and find meaning in grief and loss.
Taking the first step to seek counseling can be overwhelming, and it also demonstrates tremendous courage. As a counselor, I consider it an honor to support individuals in finding resilience through life’s challenges. I am passionate about providing trauma-informed care, which means a felt sense of safety and a kind and considerate pace are the most important things in the room. I lead with curiosity and compassion and offer a nonjudgmental space where clients can freely explore their inner world. Whatever your story or need, you can expect your treatment to be highly individualized and to honor you as a unique human being.
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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.