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Ashley Pickard
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PMT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tallahassee, FL 32301
I specialize in working with individuals who are looking to do deep inner work & who have been to traditional therapy before, but have come to an impasse. For those clients who have talked it all out, but continue to suffer, I offer an alternative approach. Many individuals whom I have had the privilege to walk with on their healing journey were facing things like depression, anxiety, life transitions, chronic pain, parenting difficulties & trauma. I am trained in EMDR, TRE & use these with clients as part of a wholistic approach. My intent is to provide a safe and non-threatening space to explore and release difficult histories.
I specialize in working with individuals who are looking to do deep inner work & who have been to traditional therapy before, but have come to an impasse. For those clients who have talked it all out, but continue to suffer, I offer an alternative approach. Many individuals whom I have had the privilege to walk with on their healing journey were facing things like depression, anxiety, life transitions, chronic pain, parenting difficulties & trauma. I am trained in EMDR, TRE & use these with clients as part of a wholistic approach. My intent is to provide a safe and non-threatening space to explore and release difficult histories.
(850) 790-4226 View (850) 790-4226
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Lucy Erika Baird
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, RMHCI, ATR-P, RYT-500
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tallahassee, FL 32308
I offer a holistic blend of talk therapy with experiential therapies such as somatic, yoga, art therapy, and sound healing to individuals from all walks of life. Whether you are looking to alleviate symptoms of anxiety or depression, regulate emotions, process trauma, strengthen relationships, enhance connection to your core self, or others; I am here to support you along the way.
I offer a holistic blend of talk therapy with experiential therapies such as somatic, yoga, art therapy, and sound healing to individuals from all walks of life. Whether you are looking to alleviate symptoms of anxiety or depression, regulate emotions, process trauma, strengthen relationships, enhance connection to your core self, or others; I am here to support you along the way.
(850) 726-3860 View (850) 726-3860
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Christina Belknap
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tallahassee, FL 32312
I work best with those suffering from anxiety, panic attacks, overwhelm, trauma, or emotional flooding. Many of my clients report that our work helped them shift from survival mode to a sense of thriving. My ideal client aims to engage in an active partnership to build self-awareness and take action to make a change. I will give you feedback and challenge you, which is not everyone’s cup of tea! I suggest homework; your progress is based on your willingness to practice. The ideal client for my strengths is someone who wants to learn and shift by discovering tangible skills and techniques they can use in their own lives.
I work best with those suffering from anxiety, panic attacks, overwhelm, trauma, or emotional flooding. Many of my clients report that our work helped them shift from survival mode to a sense of thriving. My ideal client aims to engage in an active partnership to build self-awareness and take action to make a change. I will give you feedback and challenge you, which is not everyone’s cup of tea! I suggest homework; your progress is based on your willingness to practice. The ideal client for my strengths is someone who wants to learn and shift by discovering tangible skills and techniques they can use in their own lives.
(850) 805-3973 View (850) 805-3973
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Craig Lampkin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tallahassee, FL 32301  (Online Only)
I became a Marriage and Family Therapist because I enjoy processing with individuals and listening to personal journeys to find a resolution. I was a High School performance art major and find this skill set benefical in providing supports through visual cues using various therapeutic approaches and modalities. I specialize in working with children and families in child welfare. I enjoy working with young children and teens as these are challenging developmental years, trauma and distress from systemic and familial patterns of behaviors, coupled with low parenting, coping, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
I became a Marriage and Family Therapist because I enjoy processing with individuals and listening to personal journeys to find a resolution. I was a High School performance art major and find this skill set benefical in providing supports through visual cues using various therapeutic approaches and modalities. I specialize in working with children and families in child welfare. I enjoy working with young children and teens as these are challenging developmental years, trauma and distress from systemic and familial patterns of behaviors, coupled with low parenting, coping, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
(850) 900-2218 View (850) 900-2218
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Lee Schlanger
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC, CCTP, MCAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tallahassee, FL 32301  (Online Only)
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.
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.
(941) 214-6132 View (941) 214-6132
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Kelly Marcy Passion & Purpose Meet Personal Power
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tallahassee, FL 32301  (Online Only)
I'm not your typical therapist. I do very, very advanced work. I'm Kelly, and I'm a certified Infinite Possibilities facilitator and Breathwork practitioner. I work with clients ready to let go of all limitations and enter endless possibilities of growth and expansion. In sessions with me, we don't give time or energy to the negative. We focus solely on solutions and forward momentum. I work with clients who are excited about homework between sessions and keeping the momentum flowing.
I'm not your typical therapist. I do very, very advanced work. I'm Kelly, and I'm a certified Infinite Possibilities facilitator and Breathwork practitioner. I work with clients ready to let go of all limitations and enter endless possibilities of growth and expansion. In sessions with me, we don't give time or energy to the negative. We focus solely on solutions and forward momentum. I work with clients who are excited about homework between sessions and keeping the momentum flowing.
(386) 200-1676 View (386) 200-1676
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Claudine Terese Chiarmonte
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PCC
Verified Verified
Tallahassee, FL 32301  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm happy you are here! Become the BELOVED you SEEK! Enhance your relationship and heal your past and open up to all you desire. Stop repeating arguments and start communicating in ways that get your needs met. You can improve your intimacy and build a secure and healthy relationship. I customize my approach to each individual creating a space for you to be heard, understood, and supported with preparation for change! If you are committed to creating deeper connections with yourself and others. Let's walk this journey together in a safe, zero-judgment zone. You are worth the life you envision.
Hi, I'm happy you are here! Become the BELOVED you SEEK! Enhance your relationship and heal your past and open up to all you desire. Stop repeating arguments and start communicating in ways that get your needs met. You can improve your intimacy and build a secure and healthy relationship. I customize my approach to each individual creating a space for you to be heard, understood, and supported with preparation for change! If you are committed to creating deeper connections with yourself and others. Let's walk this journey together in a safe, zero-judgment zone. You are worth the life you envision.
(561) 944-9231 View (561) 944-9231
Photo of Lorraine Calhoun, Counselor in Tallahassee, FL
Lorraine Calhoun
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Tallahassee, FL 32303  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with relentless anxious energy? Anxiety can come from a number of different experiences and causes. I offer a therapeutic space where my clients can be authentic and their experiences can be understood. I help my clients manage their anxiety, stress, grief/loss, and other related issues. I like to work collaboratively with my clients to empower them to improve their overall well-being. I help treat clients from a holistic perspective. I focus on mind, body, and spirit. Through my counseling style, my clients get to process their struggles and find peace and balance, again.
Are you struggling with relentless anxious energy? Anxiety can come from a number of different experiences and causes. I offer a therapeutic space where my clients can be authentic and their experiences can be understood. I help my clients manage their anxiety, stress, grief/loss, and other related issues. I like to work collaboratively with my clients to empower them to improve their overall well-being. I help treat clients from a holistic perspective. I focus on mind, body, and spirit. Through my counseling style, my clients get to process their struggles and find peace and balance, again.
(954) 769-0873 View (954) 769-0873
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J. J. Widener
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tallahassee, FL 32312
Waitlist for new clients
Up front, I'm not the therapist for everyone. I don't have a flowery sales pitch about self-fulfillment and safe spaces, I'll probably be wearing an old t-shirt and jeans, I encourage expressive profanity, and I have more tattoos than your average therapist. Most of my caseload is trauma and PTSD. Much of the trauma work involves complex trauma with co-occurring dissociation, personality disorders, substance abuse, and anger. My work with trauma clients includes adult and adolescent survivors of physical, sexual, and emotional abuse, both active duty and retired military personnel, and first responders.
Up front, I'm not the therapist for everyone. I don't have a flowery sales pitch about self-fulfillment and safe spaces, I'll probably be wearing an old t-shirt and jeans, I encourage expressive profanity, and I have more tattoos than your average therapist. Most of my caseload is trauma and PTSD. Much of the trauma work involves complex trauma with co-occurring dissociation, personality disorders, substance abuse, and anger. My work with trauma clients includes adult and adolescent survivors of physical, sexual, and emotional abuse, both active duty and retired military personnel, and first responders.
(678) 719-0929 View (678) 719-0929

Online Therapists

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Alexandra Vaganova
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, MCAP, CHT
Verified Verified
Panama City, FL 32405  (Online Only)
From the outside, you look like you’ve got it all together ... But it feels like a totally different story on the inside. You may be fed up with constant worries and sadness, feeling overwhelmed or on edge. You might not even remember when things didn't feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you're ready for some relief. You're ready to feel calm. You're ready to feel grounded and at peace with yourself. Most of all, you're ready to rediscover your true, confident self. Let's throw political correctness out, get down to business, and help you solve your problems.
From the outside, you look like you’ve got it all together ... But it feels like a totally different story on the inside. You may be fed up with constant worries and sadness, feeling overwhelmed or on edge. You might not even remember when things didn't feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you're ready for some relief. You're ready to feel calm. You're ready to feel grounded and at peace with yourself. Most of all, you're ready to rediscover your true, confident self. Let's throw political correctness out, get down to business, and help you solve your problems.
(754) 217-2710 View (754) 217-2710
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Jamie Nelson, LMHC
Mental Health Counselor, AT, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Crawfordville, FL 32327  (Online Only)
Hey, There! Is life stressing you out? Are you feeling lost, stuck, anxious, or depressed? Are you struggling to be authentic, motivated, and happy? Wanting a non-judgemental space to vent and process? I got you, fam. The pain of our past tries to convince us we're meant to struggle alone. Thats Bullsh.t! It’s courageous to choose to change. You’re brave for including a support system in this vulnerable moment of self-exploration.
Hey, There! Is life stressing you out? Are you feeling lost, stuck, anxious, or depressed? Are you struggling to be authentic, motivated, and happy? Wanting a non-judgemental space to vent and process? I got you, fam. The pain of our past tries to convince us we're meant to struggle alone. Thats Bullsh.t! It’s courageous to choose to change. You’re brave for including a support system in this vulnerable moment of self-exploration.
(850) 820-3292 View (850) 820-3292

Experiential Therapy

How does experiential therapy work?

Experiential therapy works by allowing an individual to use their creativity to re-imagine themselves and their lives in an effort to process their emotions. Experiential therapy may take many forms, including engaging clients through art, re-enactments, role-playing, music, or forms of physical recreation. By focusing on these activities, experiential therapists help individuals identify the emotions they associate with previous experiences and work together to cope with negative reactions, like fear, anger, or shame.

Is experiential therapy evidence-based?

Experiential therapy incorporates many therapy modalities, some of which have been more closely researched than others. Music therapy, for example, has been shown to help with sleep problems. Some studies find that art therapy can be beneficial for those with eating disorders or personality disorders, while other research suggests that such approaches have little impact.

How long does experiential therapy last?

The duration of experiential therapy will depend on the type of therapy used as well as the severity of the challenges an individual faces. Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Art therapy may comprise 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Music therapy sessions generally last between 30 and 50 minutes and can be scheduled weekly or on an as-needed basis. For each therapy type, clients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.

Does experiential therapy help with trauma?

Trauma is one area where experiential therapy may be useful. Traumatic experiences such as combat or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating visual art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. Listening to music can be relaxing, while making music as part of a group provides plenty of opportunities to connect with other people. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, or who have been physically or emotionally abused.