Therapists in Fort Myers, FL

I have over 33 years’ experience in mental health, substance abuse field and a private provider for all age group, family, children, youth, adult and older adults; completed residency @ Walter Reed Hospital, received 2 public awards, was JAC Clinical Director, 15 yr FSW Adjunct Professor, overseen the 211 operation & expert in diagnostics. I teach individuals to recognize, become self-aware, work on their action plan and start the healing process. Also, a qualified supervisor for the state of Florida to supervise MH interns. Accept new clients & interns. Interns will learn how to perform assessment & eclectic therapeutic therapy.

Are you concerned that you may not be living your most authentic best life? Does struggling with life stressors or past trauma leave you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, worried, sad, or stuck? As a mental health counselor, my mission is to help you identify your strengths so you can unlock your best self to improve your emotional well-being, enhance your personal relationships, and achieve your life goals. Therapy is a process, and we will work towards building trust in order to navigate your challenging life experiences together.

Are you walking on eggshells in your relationship? Do you feel drained and underappreciated as you try to fill your partner's needs? Maybe your family doesn't feel as close and you feel guilty because friends stopped reaching out. You may feel lost and unsure, stopped taking care of yourself, or don't put your needs first.

Whatever your concerns, we are here to help. Feeling frustrated, afraid, sad, angry, anxious? Getting to the root of your problem(s) and helping you resolve them is our specialty. We have a variety of therapists servicing Florida that we can match you with. Call our Intake office and get started finding the serenity on life you so very much deserve!

Psychotherapy is a collaborative process and, like any metamorphosis, can be a painful and taxing endeavor. My role as provider is to support my patients' growth by challenging them to discover their own strengths, while at the same time honoring the challenges that may present themselves.

Have you ever caught yourself thinking “I know what I need to do to make a change- why can’t I get myself to do it?”… Change can feel completely overwhelming- but you don't have to navigate this journey alone. Right now, you may feel just overall ‘stuck’- this ‘stuck’ feeling can hinder us from reaching our fullest potential in many areas of our lives. Change is a process and my role is to guide you through it. While building upon your existing strengths, we will work together to identify and change the areas which may be hindering your ability to live a healthy, happy and peaceful life.

As a counselor, my role is to empower you, as the client, by applying methods that work best for your situation. A taylored approach is key, and although I am predominately there to gently guide you through the entire process, I feel it is important for me to bring awareness to resistance and incongruance when I feel it is a benefit. Together we can make progress towards your goals as long as you're willing to work hard both in and out of our sessions.

A little bit about me: I curtail my treatment approach to the client's needs. We do not all fit a mold. I am goal-oriented and want you to feel you have all the tools you need to effectively handle the curveballs life throws us. My goal is to provide availability outside the typical 9-5 so therapy is more easily accessible. I completed my doctorate degree in clinical psychology with a specialization in neuropsychology and have been licensed for over 10 years. My training is across the lifespan and I have worked in a myriad of settings both inpatient and outpatient. I offer evaluations as well as therapy.

Do you want to improve how you're feeling? Or feel more optimistic about the future and what you are capable of? Understand how stress and trauma affects your body on a daily and long-term basis and begin the healing process? I have experience in these areas. My goal and passion are to be the best healer possible in any realm I serve in while meeting you where you are at to begin the growth and healing process. I bring over 25 years of service working with substance use disorders and over 15 years providing behavioral health services, I provide counseling to children, adolescents, and adults.

The most common need I hear from clients is that they have done a lot of talk therapy in the past and they are stuck. I get it. That's the client I'm excited to work with. My ideal client is one who wants to do the work because I show up for my half of the therapeutic relationship. I bring my varied 24 years of experience to every session. My specialties are complex trauma and addiction, and this also encompasses obsessive overthinking, chronic low self-confidence, generalized anxiety, relationship issues, etc. Therapy is a team effort to make lasting changes outside of the therapy environment.

The best way to reach me is via email. My ideal client would be any adult or couple looking to gain more fulfillment in life.

Getting to the root of your pain, learning to deal with it, building upon your strengths then learning to act versus react to people and events is the goal of our approach. We have a long history of working with diverse populations, who have developed varied problems: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Marital, Parenting, Occupational, grief and more Our approach is to work with your strengths; help you to develop new views and skills and then organize them into a plan that works in obtaining your goals. As a psychotherapy group practice, we can see just about anyone no matter what you're dealing with.

Can you image a life where you are able to treat yourself with kindness and compassion? A life where you can discover the roots of your pain and learn new, healthy ways of approaching daily difficulties? A life where you don’t need to use alcohol and substances to cope with your pain? Whether you are new to therapy and curious about how therapy can benefit you, or are returning to healing, I am here to help. All that is needed to start this process is a willingness to be curious about your life, which is the first step to initiating the changes you would like to make.

Hi, I am Bethany, and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker focusing on individual and couples therapy. I offer services to address many concerns including PTSD, Trauma, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, and others that we can address in session. I utilize different approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Psychoanalytic Therapy throughout sessions. I am trained in EMDR and utilize this technique when appropriate. My goal is to help you navigate through your life, develop the skills to be the best version of yourself and cope with whatever you may be going through.

Anxiety can be debilitating, excessive worry and fear can leave you feeling stuck. You may experience physical symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, shallow breathing, muscle tension, nausea, shaking or countless other symptoms that impact your daily function and overall well-being. The persistent and overwhelming nature of anxiety can make it hard to concentrate, make decisions, or engage in otherwise enjoyable activities. I specialize in helping individuals navigate through the challenges of anxiety.

It can be overwhelming trying to find "the right fit". During our first meeting I learn about what you would like to get out of counseling and how to work together to achieve your goals. I strive to build a comfortable place to establish a relationship by respecting each person's timeline for opening up and sharing details of their life. I provide a safe environment to foster healing and growth through supporting and empowering you on your personal journey. I have experience in mind and body connection, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, behavioral challenges in children and teenagers, relationship challenges, and substance abuse.