Marriage Counseling Therapists in Cocoa, FL

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Ashley Robertson
Pre-Licensed Professional, RCSWI, MSW
Verified Verified
Cocoa, FL 32922
Ashley also has a certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Ready for positive changes in your life? Ashley provides compassionate care towards people who are suffering from trauma, stress, relationship challenges, depression, and anxiety. Ashley’s focus is to facilitate each individual’s growth and development personally, as well as improving relational issues. She favors a holistic approach to assist in the healing process by addressing the whole person where they are physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.
Ashley also has a certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Ready for positive changes in your life? Ashley provides compassionate care towards people who are suffering from trauma, stress, relationship challenges, depression, and anxiety. Ashley’s focus is to facilitate each individual’s growth and development personally, as well as improving relational issues. She favors a holistic approach to assist in the healing process by addressing the whole person where they are physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.
(321) 334-3258 View (321) 334-3258
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Joel L Wells
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Cocoa, FL 32927
I am a licensed mental health counselor who utilizes a faith based perspective with clients who prefer this approach. About half of my workload consists of EAP (Employee Assistance) referrals who typically are struggling with family, marital or substance abuse problems. I meet Brevard County requirements for conducting premarital counseling which entitles clients to a marriage license discount. I have extensive background and training with all addictions including porn addcitions. I am a retired U.S. Probation Officer and have counseled many in the law enforcement community.
I am a licensed mental health counselor who utilizes a faith based perspective with clients who prefer this approach. About half of my workload consists of EAP (Employee Assistance) referrals who typically are struggling with family, marital or substance abuse problems. I meet Brevard County requirements for conducting premarital counseling which entitles clients to a marriage license discount. I have extensive background and training with all addictions including porn addcitions. I am a retired U.S. Probation Officer and have counseled many in the law enforcement community.
(321) 441-3425 View (321) 441-3425
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Kerry Berner
Counselor, BSW, MA, EdS, LMHC-QS, RPT-S
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Cocoa, FL 32922
Now accepting Counselor Supervision and Play Therapy Supervision! At Brevard Counseling, we have counselors who work with CHILDREN as young as 4 using Play Therapy in our Play Therapy Rooms, ADOLESCENTS (struggling with peer pressure, anxiety, divorce, and school issues), INDIVIDUALS (with grief, anxiety, depression, substance issues), and COUPLES/MARRIAGE utilizing the Gottman Method. We have 2 locations! Merritt Island (4 counseling rooms & 1 Play Therapy room) Rockledge (2 counseling rooms & 1 Play Therapy room). We offer many different rate plans including sliding fees if needed and some insurance plans.
Now accepting Counselor Supervision and Play Therapy Supervision! At Brevard Counseling, we have counselors who work with CHILDREN as young as 4 using Play Therapy in our Play Therapy Rooms, ADOLESCENTS (struggling with peer pressure, anxiety, divorce, and school issues), INDIVIDUALS (with grief, anxiety, depression, substance issues), and COUPLES/MARRIAGE utilizing the Gottman Method. We have 2 locations! Merritt Island (4 counseling rooms & 1 Play Therapy room) Rockledge (2 counseling rooms & 1 Play Therapy room). We offer many different rate plans including sliding fees if needed and some insurance plans.
(321) 274-4817 View (321) 274-4817
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Marjorie I Palacios
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Cocoa, FL 32926  (Online Only)
Whether your initial motivation to start therapy is due to personal difficulties, couples/marital conflict, or parenting issues, we will work together to find practical solutions.
Are you struggling or feel stuck? Are these challenges affecting your personal or professional life, as well as the way you relate to your partner, child, and others? If you are considering psychotherapy, you are taking the first step toward positive and lasting change. Through the process of guided self-exploration, you will be empowered to break away from faulty patterns so that you can increase wellbeing in your life.
Whether your initial motivation to start therapy is due to personal difficulties, couples/marital conflict, or parenting issues, we will work together to find practical solutions.
Are you struggling or feel stuck? Are these challenges affecting your personal or professional life, as well as the way you relate to your partner, child, and others? If you are considering psychotherapy, you are taking the first step toward positive and lasting change. Through the process of guided self-exploration, you will be empowered to break away from faulty patterns so that you can increase wellbeing in your life.
(786) 244-5669 View (786) 244-5669
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Paul C. Kranz
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cocoa, FL 32926  (Online Only)
The problem is that you have left your first love. You have lost trust and friendship in your marriage and wonder if it can be saved. You have even wondered if divorce is an option. You may still love your spouse, but you are definitely no longer in love. You think, "If our relationship were back then what it is now, I would not have married." Working on symptoms does not work. The actual problem has to be addressed: falling out of love.
The problem is that you have left your first love. You have lost trust and friendship in your marriage and wonder if it can be saved. You have even wondered if divorce is an option. You may still love your spouse, but you are definitely no longer in love. You think, "If our relationship were back then what it is now, I would not have married." Working on symptoms does not work. The actual problem has to be addressed: falling out of love.
(813) 536-6275 View (813) 536-6275
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Dr. Carol Messmore
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cocoa, FL 32926  (Online Only)
Hi I am Carol Messmore, a brief solution-focused marriage and family therapist with over 20 years of experience with individuals, couples and families. Are you feeling overwhelmed, struggling with relationship problems, or experiencing anxiety or self-regulation issues? Do you want things to be different in your life?
Hi I am Carol Messmore, a brief solution-focused marriage and family therapist with over 20 years of experience with individuals, couples and families. Are you feeling overwhelmed, struggling with relationship problems, or experiencing anxiety or self-regulation issues? Do you want things to be different in your life?
(954) 417-8901 View (954) 417-8901
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Bob Shackelford
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cocoa, FL 32926  (Online Only)
Depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, marriage, relationship (work and home), family issues and smoking/nicotine cessation are just some of the issues we can tackle together! .
Welcome! Your step forward in personal growth is important to me. Your courage deserves effective, individualized, evidence based interventions that can help you manage even the most difficult family, couple and individual challenges. I will work with you to build a path that focuses on your specific needs, concerns and ways to move forward.
Depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, marriage, relationship (work and home), family issues and smoking/nicotine cessation are just some of the issues we can tackle together! .
Welcome! Your step forward in personal growth is important to me. Your courage deserves effective, individualized, evidence based interventions that can help you manage even the most difficult family, couple and individual challenges. I will work with you to build a path that focuses on your specific needs, concerns and ways to move forward.
(904) 682-9567 View (904) 682-9567
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Sunshine Arnold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cocoa, FL 32926
I enjoy working with young children, older children, teenagers, and adults, LGBTQIA+, pre-marital couples, married/established couples, and family systems.
Hi there, I'm Sunshine. Do you feel overwhelmed and need some help figuring things out? I enjoy working with people of all ages and unique situations and challenges. I believe that we all have the potential to achieve the best versions of ourselves and we just need some support along the way.
I enjoy working with young children, older children, teenagers, and adults, LGBTQIA+, pre-marital couples, married/established couples, and family systems.
Hi there, I'm Sunshine. Do you feel overwhelmed and need some help figuring things out? I enjoy working with people of all ages and unique situations and challenges. I believe that we all have the potential to achieve the best versions of ourselves and we just need some support along the way.
(352) 758-3007 View (352) 758-3007
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Therhappie
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cocoa, FL 32926  (Online Only)
Dr. Fanta Conde is a licensed psychotherapist with a profound understanding and attention to individualism and multiculturalism. She is an alumna of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, where she earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling. In 2016, she earned a Doctorate Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Nova Southeastern University. Fanta is passionate about her work in psychotherapy and her role in supporting clients to find peace, clarity, and happiness in all aspects of their lives.
Dr. Fanta Conde is a licensed psychotherapist with a profound understanding and attention to individualism and multiculturalism. She is an alumna of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, where she earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling. In 2016, she earned a Doctorate Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Nova Southeastern University. Fanta is passionate about her work in psychotherapy and her role in supporting clients to find peace, clarity, and happiness in all aspects of their lives.
(301) 905-9773 View (301) 905-9773
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Christina Michelle Taylor
Marriage & Family Therapist, MT3776
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cocoa, FL 32927
First and foremost I want to praise you for taking the first step in making a positive change in your life (as I'm well aware this is NOT easy)! Here are issues/concerns I best target that can help along your journey: anger control, anxiety, blended family issues, depression, low self-esteem/worth, lying/manipulative, miscommunication, negative thinking, oppositional defiant, parenting, peer/sibling conflict, and the inability to see perspectives different from their own. Again these shifts are NOT easy to make so please know I do my best to assist with as much ease as possible :)
First and foremost I want to praise you for taking the first step in making a positive change in your life (as I'm well aware this is NOT easy)! Here are issues/concerns I best target that can help along your journey: anger control, anxiety, blended family issues, depression, low self-esteem/worth, lying/manipulative, miscommunication, negative thinking, oppositional defiant, parenting, peer/sibling conflict, and the inability to see perspectives different from their own. Again these shifts are NOT easy to make so please know I do my best to assist with as much ease as possible :)
(813) 544-4856 View (813) 544-4856
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Rose Topal
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Cocoa, FL 32922
You may have come to find me because the conflicts in your life are increasing and with it comes the pressure and added stress that we all know serves only to break us down over time or to keep us stuck in a rut. Is it the challenges of your relationship, the challenges of parenting a difficult child, are you trying to navigate the role of single parenting or stymied over a relationship that is not growing, lacking intimacy or trying to survive infidelity. Every role comes with it's own challenge, and every problem has within it the opportunity for growth.
You may have come to find me because the conflicts in your life are increasing and with it comes the pressure and added stress that we all know serves only to break us down over time or to keep us stuck in a rut. Is it the challenges of your relationship, the challenges of parenting a difficult child, are you trying to navigate the role of single parenting or stymied over a relationship that is not growing, lacking intimacy or trying to survive infidelity. Every role comes with it's own challenge, and every problem has within it the opportunity for growth.
(321) 306-0775 View (321) 306-0775
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Debra Sue Matthews-Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cocoa, FL 32926
I enjoy working with a wide variety of populations and have been for close to 20 years. I have seen improvement with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety and grief issues by utilizing proven clinical techniques that work. I enjoy getting to know my clients and being able to help them navigate a path to better living.
I enjoy working with a wide variety of populations and have been for close to 20 years. I have seen improvement with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety and grief issues by utilizing proven clinical techniques that work. I enjoy getting to know my clients and being able to help them navigate a path to better living.
(321) 926-2892 View (321) 926-2892
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Cecilia Land
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cocoa, FL 32922
Welcome! I am a therapist with a wide range of experience who listens closely and pinpoints the issue(s) we should focus on. This way, as we work together, we can understand and unknot whatever gets in the way of your ability to get what you want out of life.
Welcome! I am a therapist with a wide range of experience who listens closely and pinpoints the issue(s) we should focus on. This way, as we work together, we can understand and unknot whatever gets in the way of your ability to get what you want out of life.
(347) 826-6234 View (347) 826-6234
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Michael H Lake
Counselor, MS, LMHC, QS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cocoa, FL 32922
Looking for change, satisfaction, fulfillment or peace in your life? Struggling with anxiety, depression, stress or grief? Family or partner issues keep you on the treadmill of frustration? Lets work together to to find a happier, effective and more peaceful life.
Looking for change, satisfaction, fulfillment or peace in your life? Struggling with anxiety, depression, stress or grief? Family or partner issues keep you on the treadmill of frustration? Lets work together to to find a happier, effective and more peaceful life.
(321) 420-1468 View (321) 420-1468
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Embrace Wellness Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cocoa, FL 32927
Christians often struggle with depression, anxiety, addictions or other issues. These struggles can led you to feel as if you are defective or damaged beyond God's ability to repair. This couldn't be further from the truth. Nothing is impossible with God, and even our deepest wounds and behaviors that fill us with shame and guilt are not beyond reach for his healing. Often, Christians struggle to find a counselor who shares their world view and can understand their beliefs and needs. Sometimes, you can become discouraged by others around you who are trying to help, but don't have the training to help you obtain needed healing.
Christians often struggle with depression, anxiety, addictions or other issues. These struggles can led you to feel as if you are defective or damaged beyond God's ability to repair. This couldn't be further from the truth. Nothing is impossible with God, and even our deepest wounds and behaviors that fill us with shame and guilt are not beyond reach for his healing. Often, Christians struggle to find a counselor who shares their world view and can understand their beliefs and needs. Sometimes, you can become discouraged by others around you who are trying to help, but don't have the training to help you obtain needed healing.
(321) 578-3432 View (321) 578-3432
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Erin V Barber
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Cocoa, FL 32922
We all face unsettling experiences, difficult emotions, and use unhealthy coping skills or cycle in destructive patterns. I use empowerment approaches to help you find your path towards healing, integration, and leading a balanced lifestyle. I pull from various treatment modalities, including CBT, DBT, mindfulness practices, and effective interpersonal skills to create individual plans for better managing stress. I am also a trained EMDR therapist to help rewire traumatized brains. Whether adjusting to change, coping with mental illness, or dealing with traumatic events, you are not alone; it helps to talk.
We all face unsettling experiences, difficult emotions, and use unhealthy coping skills or cycle in destructive patterns. I use empowerment approaches to help you find your path towards healing, integration, and leading a balanced lifestyle. I pull from various treatment modalities, including CBT, DBT, mindfulness practices, and effective interpersonal skills to create individual plans for better managing stress. I am also a trained EMDR therapist to help rewire traumatized brains. Whether adjusting to change, coping with mental illness, or dealing with traumatic events, you are not alone; it helps to talk.
(407) 708-9155 View (407) 708-9155
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Genger Kaye Benson Perez
Counselor, MS, LMHC, KAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cocoa, FL 32922
Do you sometimes feel alone, stressed, anxious or overwhelmed with your current life situation? I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and I enjoy helping individuals and couples who realize that it's ok to ask for help during these times. My mission is to help you work through any road blocks that are holding you back from moving forward on your path to a brighter day. I am an EMDREA approved EMDR therapist, an Informed IFS Therapist, call me to set a free 30 minute consult to see if we are a good fit. Ketamine Assisted Therapy consultation available in collaboration with Journey Clinical available upon request.
Do you sometimes feel alone, stressed, anxious or overwhelmed with your current life situation? I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and I enjoy helping individuals and couples who realize that it's ok to ask for help during these times. My mission is to help you work through any road blocks that are holding you back from moving forward on your path to a brighter day. I am an EMDREA approved EMDR therapist, an Informed IFS Therapist, call me to set a free 30 minute consult to see if we are a good fit. Ketamine Assisted Therapy consultation available in collaboration with Journey Clinical available upon request.
(321) 204-8435 View (321) 204-8435
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Violeta Luna
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Cocoa, FL 32926  (Online Only)
Many times in life, we can overcome difficult situations by learning about ourselves and how we can approach future struggles differently. However, when we exhaust our coping skills, or past events and memories become too overwhelming, we need help. I am equipped to work with clients on their specific issues, either temporary or chronic. My general approach is to address clients' wellness in the 'body, mind, and spirit dimensions to facilitate their growth and development in life.
Many times in life, we can overcome difficult situations by learning about ourselves and how we can approach future struggles differently. However, when we exhaust our coping skills, or past events and memories become too overwhelming, we need help. I am equipped to work with clients on their specific issues, either temporary or chronic. My general approach is to address clients' wellness in the 'body, mind, and spirit dimensions to facilitate their growth and development in life.
(321) 459-6846 View (321) 459-6846
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Jennifer Lynn Lacasse
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cocoa, FL 32926
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapist with 7 years of professional work experience. I attended Saint Leo University and gained my Master of Social Work Advanced Clinical Practice degree.
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapist with 7 years of professional work experience. I attended Saint Leo University and gained my Master of Social Work Advanced Clinical Practice degree.
(386) 465-4615 View (386) 465-4615
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Jatauan Jackson
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cocoa, FL 32926  (Online Only)
I am a warm, kind soul with more than 8 years of experience working with individuals of various ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. This includes children, adolescents, adults, and families. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, and depressive symptoms.
I am a warm, kind soul with more than 8 years of experience working with individuals of various ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. This includes children, adolescents, adults, and families. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, and depressive symptoms.
(407) 537-5520 View (407) 537-5520
Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.