AvMed Therapists in Lakeland, FL
Melissa Wallace
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33803 (Online Only)
Do you or someone you know need an unbiased person to listen to your current stressors, help you work through trauma, or assist you with reaching other goals/life changes? If so, you've come to the right place! I welcome everyone with unconditional positive regard into a judgement free zone as we work to address unwanted thoughts and behaviors in attempt to meet goals and desired outcomes. I take a gentle, solution focused approach to help you find the answers you are looking for.
Do you or someone you know need an unbiased person to listen to your current stressors, help you work through trauma, or assist you with reaching other goals/life changes? If so, you've come to the right place! I welcome everyone with unconditional positive regard into a judgement free zone as we work to address unwanted thoughts and behaviors in attempt to meet goals and desired outcomes. I take a gentle, solution focused approach to help you find the answers you are looking for.
If you are ready to create the happiness you have always wanted, contact me and lets get started today. I am a therapist in the state of Florida with my own private practice conveniently located in South Lakeland. I offer individual, couple, family, and group clinical therapy sessions at an affordable rate with guaranteed results.
If you are ready to create the happiness you have always wanted, contact me and lets get started today. I am a therapist in the state of Florida with my own private practice conveniently located in South Lakeland. I offer individual, couple, family, and group clinical therapy sessions at an affordable rate with guaranteed results.
Jalae Gatewood-Alvarez
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, MSW, RCSWI
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33803
Are you ready to work through some areas in your life that have been hard to think about? I’m here to support you through a journey of processing difficult life experiences and reaching a place of healing and peace.
Are you ready to work through some areas in your life that have been hard to think about? I’m here to support you through a journey of processing difficult life experiences and reaching a place of healing and peace.
Congratulations, you have taken the first step towards healing. Sometimes life can become complicated causing you to feel overwhelmed with distressful emotions. When it affects your work, relationships and your self-esteem, you realize it's time to get help. I offer a non-judgmental and empathetic approach so we can build a relationship that will help me gain an understanding of your problems, feelings, hopes and fears. We will work together to find a satisfactory resolution. I have worked with clients who suffered from depression, anxiety, grief/loss, guilt/shame, trauma, medical issues, and relationship issues.
Congratulations, you have taken the first step towards healing. Sometimes life can become complicated causing you to feel overwhelmed with distressful emotions. When it affects your work, relationships and your self-esteem, you realize it's time to get help. I offer a non-judgmental and empathetic approach so we can build a relationship that will help me gain an understanding of your problems, feelings, hopes and fears. We will work together to find a satisfactory resolution. I have worked with clients who suffered from depression, anxiety, grief/loss, guilt/shame, trauma, medical issues, and relationship issues.
Hello! Congrats on starting your therapy journey. I look forward to our sessions together. My approach to therapy is always providing my clients with a safe & non-judgemental environment. My approach to therapy is solution focusing & goal oriented while working at the clients pace. My approach to therapy includes providing clients with the appropriate tools, psychoeducation & coping techniques that will improve their overall mental health & well being.
Hello! Congrats on starting your therapy journey. I look forward to our sessions together. My approach to therapy is always providing my clients with a safe & non-judgemental environment. My approach to therapy is solution focusing & goal oriented while working at the clients pace. My approach to therapy includes providing clients with the appropriate tools, psychoeducation & coping techniques that will improve their overall mental health & well being.
You are feeling like you have lost control over your life. You look around and it seems like all your choices are being made for you and when you try to go after what you want, you feel defeated before you can even take the first step. It does not have to be this way. In my role as a therapist, I believe it is my job to clear the fog that clouds the path that you want to be on. I believe that everyone is the expert of their own life.
You are feeling like you have lost control over your life. You look around and it seems like all your choices are being made for you and when you try to go after what you want, you feel defeated before you can even take the first step. It does not have to be this way. In my role as a therapist, I believe it is my job to clear the fog that clouds the path that you want to be on. I believe that everyone is the expert of their own life.
Hillary Venables
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33813 (Online Only)
Hi! My name is Hillary and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I completed my undergraduate and graduate degrees at the University of Central Florida in Orlando, Florida. I have been a social worker for 11 years working primarily with teenagers and young adults. Much of my experience has been in the school setting and non-profit sector, working closely with individuals and families during times of crisis. I believe in client-centered, self-directed care. I am not here to make decisions for you, but to guide your growth, empowering you to make decisions for yourself.
Hi! My name is Hillary and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I completed my undergraduate and graduate degrees at the University of Central Florida in Orlando, Florida. I have been a social worker for 11 years working primarily with teenagers and young adults. Much of my experience has been in the school setting and non-profit sector, working closely with individuals and families during times of crisis. I believe in client-centered, self-directed care. I am not here to make decisions for you, but to guide your growth, empowering you to make decisions for yourself.
Shad Fitzpatrick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33803
Quite often we struggle alone because we feel judged, dismissed, or misunderstood. I work hard to make sure you will never feel that way with me. Your experience is real and valid and you deserve to be heard and understood.
Quite often we struggle alone because we feel judged, dismissed, or misunderstood. I work hard to make sure you will never feel that way with me. Your experience is real and valid and you deserve to be heard and understood.
Ashley Caudell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33813 (Online Only)
I am licensed in Pennsylvania and Florida with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationships and communication, trauma and abuse, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.
I am licensed in Pennsylvania and Florida with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationships and communication, trauma and abuse, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.
Are you at a point where you're ready to begin your journey towards healing? Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or navigating challenging life circumstances, you've taken the courageous step to commit to your healing process.
Are you at a point where you're ready to begin your journey towards healing? Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or navigating challenging life circumstances, you've taken the courageous step to commit to your healing process.
Life often brings unexpected obstacles that seem impossible to overcome on your own. My goal is to provide steadfast support, reminding you that you are not alone in facing these challenges. I warmly welcome clients from diverse backgrounds who seek a compassionate listener and a dedicated partner on their healing journey. Together, we will focus on your goals to promote holistic well-being—physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Whether you're navigating life transitions, managing anxiety and stress, or recovering from PTSD, I bring specialized experience and commitment to help you thrive.
Life often brings unexpected obstacles that seem impossible to overcome on your own. My goal is to provide steadfast support, reminding you that you are not alone in facing these challenges. I warmly welcome clients from diverse backgrounds who seek a compassionate listener and a dedicated partner on their healing journey. Together, we will focus on your goals to promote holistic well-being—physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Whether you're navigating life transitions, managing anxiety and stress, or recovering from PTSD, I bring specialized experience and commitment to help you thrive.
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Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33801 (Online Only)
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Are constant issues between you and your partner leading your relationship to a place of hopelessness? Are feelings of unhappiness causing you to lack motivation in doing the things you once enjoyed? Are unpleasant memories of a traumatic event creating nightmares or keeping you on edge? If this describes you, I believe I can help. Managing conflict in healthy ways helps restore hope in a relationship. Feeling good about yourself and the joys of life increase happiness and motivation to do what you desire. Learning to reduce stress levels in exposure to trauma helps you relax and focus on healing your mind, body, and spirit.
Are constant issues between you and your partner leading your relationship to a place of hopelessness? Are feelings of unhappiness causing you to lack motivation in doing the things you once enjoyed? Are unpleasant memories of a traumatic event creating nightmares or keeping you on edge? If this describes you, I believe I can help. Managing conflict in healthy ways helps restore hope in a relationship. Feeling good about yourself and the joys of life increase happiness and motivation to do what you desire. Learning to reduce stress levels in exposure to trauma helps you relax and focus on healing your mind, body, and spirit.
Life is stressful, relationships are tricky, emotions can be tough - and sometimes you need someone to help navigate it all. I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor dedicated to helping individuals, couples and families get on steadier ground.
Life is stressful, relationships are tricky, emotions can be tough - and sometimes you need someone to help navigate it all. I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor dedicated to helping individuals, couples and families get on steadier ground.
I have been a counselor for 20+ years, and a Trauma Informed Bodyworker for the past decade. I now specialize with clients who desire to add Trauma Informed Bodywork to their healing journey as they continue work with their counselor. I require clients to already be working with a counselor, because Bodywork may cause issues to arise that will need to be processed in counseling. I am both a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) in Florida with a doctoral degree (PsyD) in clinical psychology.
I have been a counselor for 20+ years, and a Trauma Informed Bodyworker for the past decade. I now specialize with clients who desire to add Trauma Informed Bodywork to their healing journey as they continue work with their counselor. I require clients to already be working with a counselor, because Bodywork may cause issues to arise that will need to be processed in counseling. I am both a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) in Florida with a doctoral degree (PsyD) in clinical psychology.
Desiree Meaton-Francisco, LMHC, LLC.
Counselor, LMHC, MCAP, QS, CTP
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33809 (Online Only)
My counseling style is warm and approachable. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My specialty has been working with children, adolescents, and adults who have complex trauma that stem from abuse, neglect, or other life events. I have also worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, addiction, coping with the pandemic, relationship issues, parenting challenges, childhood trauma, career challenges, adjustment to life changes, women's issues, family conflict and grief/loss.
My counseling style is warm and approachable. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My specialty has been working with children, adolescents, and adults who have complex trauma that stem from abuse, neglect, or other life events. I have also worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, addiction, coping with the pandemic, relationship issues, parenting challenges, childhood trauma, career challenges, adjustment to life changes, women's issues, family conflict and grief/loss.
KAPS Therapeutic Solutions LLC
Counselor, LMHC, QS
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33813 (Online Only)
Do you feel your past traumatic events weigh you down like an anchor and it is hard to "be normal?" Are these past memories flooding your day to day experiences preventing you from feeling joy and living in the here and now? Is it challenging to see the real you and believe in your worth? I help both adults and children who have experienced traumatic events and who are struggling with low self-worth to claim back their lives and discover that what happened to them does not define them. Together we will take the journey to identifying the true you so you can have healthy connections with others and most importantly, yourself!
Do you feel your past traumatic events weigh you down like an anchor and it is hard to "be normal?" Are these past memories flooding your day to day experiences preventing you from feeling joy and living in the here and now? Is it challenging to see the real you and believe in your worth? I help both adults and children who have experienced traumatic events and who are struggling with low self-worth to claim back their lives and discover that what happened to them does not define them. Together we will take the journey to identifying the true you so you can have healthy connections with others and most importantly, yourself!
Hi there! I'm Julianne. I love helping kids, teens, and young adults work through anxiety, depression, and life stressors so they can thrive in young adulthood. I understand how hard it can be to find a reliable support system when you don't know where to turn. That's why I've dedicated my life to creating a safe space for young people to feel heard, understood, and supported.
Hi there! I'm Julianne. I love helping kids, teens, and young adults work through anxiety, depression, and life stressors so they can thrive in young adulthood. I understand how hard it can be to find a reliable support system when you don't know where to turn. That's why I've dedicated my life to creating a safe space for young people to feel heard, understood, and supported.
I have over 12 years of experience working with all age groups and populations. When working with me you’ll receive understanding and empathy towards your challenges, and while you can expect my unwavering support, I will always give you the truth, what you need to hear versus what you want to hear. My approach is always warm, calming, and welcoming. Become the best version of yourself. Let’s work on your goals together!
I have over 12 years of experience working with all age groups and populations. When working with me you’ll receive understanding and empathy towards your challenges, and while you can expect my unwavering support, I will always give you the truth, what you need to hear versus what you want to hear. My approach is always warm, calming, and welcoming. Become the best version of yourself. Let’s work on your goals together!
In over 20 years of work with individuals and couples, and as a supervisor of other therapists, I have gained experience in working with problems including motivation and attention issues, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, procrastination, addictions and relationship problems. I have an interactive style which draws on cognitive-behavioral theory (CBT), interpersonal and developmental psychology. Together we will gain an understanding of the emotional, mental and behavioral habits which are getting in the way of you realizing your potential and preventing you from meeting your needs. " Do the work, see the progress"
In over 20 years of work with individuals and couples, and as a supervisor of other therapists, I have gained experience in working with problems including motivation and attention issues, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, procrastination, addictions and relationship problems. I have an interactive style which draws on cognitive-behavioral theory (CBT), interpersonal and developmental psychology. Together we will gain an understanding of the emotional, mental and behavioral habits which are getting in the way of you realizing your potential and preventing you from meeting your needs. " Do the work, see the progress"
There may be times in your life when you feel as if you are surviving life instead of enjoying it. Now may be one of those moments. Survival is an instinct that drives many human behaviors and is completely acceptable. Moving beyond survival requires support. Life can be challenging at times and seeking help with those challenges can be intimidating. If you are seeking emotional wellness, self-acceptance, personal growth, or help in finding answers, I invite you to call for consultation and determine whether I am the right therapist for you.
There may be times in your life when you feel as if you are surviving life instead of enjoying it. Now may be one of those moments. Survival is an instinct that drives many human behaviors and is completely acceptable. Moving beyond survival requires support. Life can be challenging at times and seeking help with those challenges can be intimidating. If you are seeking emotional wellness, self-acceptance, personal growth, or help in finding answers, I invite you to call for consultation and determine whether I am the right therapist for you.
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