Female Therapists in Fort Walton Beach, FL

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Lisa A Alvey
Counselor, MS, MEd, LMHC
1 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
You’ve read the books, tried to stay calm, maybe even shut down — but the same arguments keep happening, the pain keeps surfacing, or the past still hijacks the present. You’re tired of “just coping.” You want real tools, deeper healing, and a safe space where you don’t have to hold it all together. That’s where I come in.
You’ve read the books, tried to stay calm, maybe even shut down — but the same arguments keep happening, the pain keeps surfacing, or the past still hijacks the present. You’re tired of “just coping.” You want real tools, deeper healing, and a safe space where you don’t have to hold it all together. That’s where I come in.
(850) 909-9293 View (850) 909-9293
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Kim Marie Losquadro
Counselor, MS, MA, LMHC
1 Endorsed
Congratulations on taking the first step to make positive changes in your life and your relationships. Whether you or your relationship is in crisis, or if you seek change, there is hope. I am committed to helping individuals and couples improve their lives and their most valued relationships. I am passionate about helping individuals overcome personal challenges and tailor my counseling approach to match the needs of my clients thereby empowering you to create the life you have always dreamed of. My work with couples utilizes the Gottman Method Couples Therapy which can enhance your relationships in just 3 sessions.
Congratulations on taking the first step to make positive changes in your life and your relationships. Whether you or your relationship is in crisis, or if you seek change, there is hope. I am committed to helping individuals and couples improve their lives and their most valued relationships. I am passionate about helping individuals overcome personal challenges and tailor my counseling approach to match the needs of my clients thereby empowering you to create the life you have always dreamed of. My work with couples utilizes the Gottman Method Couples Therapy which can enhance your relationships in just 3 sessions.
(850) 972-0257 View (850) 972-0257
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Colleen L Wenner
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MCAP
6 Endorsed
Hello! I specialize in supporting individuals facing unresolved trauma, emotional challenges, and significant life transitions. If you feel weighed down by past experiences, struggle with anxiety, depression, or major changes, remember that you are the hero for seeking help. I offer compassionate guidance to relieve emotional pain, find clarity, and help you address the root causes of your challenges. My goal is for you to regain control and reclaim peace in your life, trusting that healing and growth are possible with the right support. Are you ready to step into a life where you feel more in control? Let's connect.
Hello! I specialize in supporting individuals facing unresolved trauma, emotional challenges, and significant life transitions. If you feel weighed down by past experiences, struggle with anxiety, depression, or major changes, remember that you are the hero for seeking help. I offer compassionate guidance to relieve emotional pain, find clarity, and help you address the root causes of your challenges. My goal is for you to regain control and reclaim peace in your life, trusting that healing and growth are possible with the right support. Are you ready to step into a life where you feel more in control? Let's connect.
(850) 404-1093 View (850) 404-1093
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Stacy M Rush
Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Online Only
My specialty is working with Special Operations Forces, military families, veterans and high-performing individuals navigating the weight of trauma, identity loss, moral injury, and more. I’m passionate about guiding those who are seeking healing from PTSD, depression, anxiety, or unresolved childhood wounds. I strive to provide you with tools to gain the mindset you need to achieve the life you wish to have.
My specialty is working with Special Operations Forces, military families, veterans and high-performing individuals navigating the weight of trauma, identity loss, moral injury, and more. I’m passionate about guiding those who are seeking healing from PTSD, depression, anxiety, or unresolved childhood wounds. I strive to provide you with tools to gain the mindset you need to achieve the life you wish to have.
(850) 669-7905 View (850) 669-7905
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Meredith McQuagge
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, ADHD-CC, ASDCS, C-DBT
2 Endorsed
I work with those who are looking to relieve the unrelenting barrage of stress and worry. I specialize in neurodiversity and helping people living with anxiety disorders such as social anxiety, panic, phobias, & OCD. As a combat veteran, military spouse, and Purple Heart recipient, I understand how busy life can get with daily stress becoming an ever-increasing burden. It might seem like others don't get you, leaving you feeling alone, trapped and shamed. If you feel worn out, mentally drained, on edge, or like your thoughts do not bring you peace, I can help.
I work with those who are looking to relieve the unrelenting barrage of stress and worry. I specialize in neurodiversity and helping people living with anxiety disorders such as social anxiety, panic, phobias, & OCD. As a combat veteran, military spouse, and Purple Heart recipient, I understand how busy life can get with daily stress becoming an ever-increasing burden. It might seem like others don't get you, leaving you feeling alone, trapped and shamed. If you feel worn out, mentally drained, on edge, or like your thoughts do not bring you peace, I can help.
(850) 399-9143 View (850) 399-9143
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Crystal Gillette-Copeland
Counselor, LCMHC
Online Only
Hi! My name is Crystal, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with more than 20 years of experience in the psychological realm. I feel that, if a person trusts me with painful information, it is a gift of trust. I am person-centered and empathic in my practice, and I love to watch growth in a person's mental health, thus their improved quality of life. With over 20 years of psychological experience, I have worked with almost every mental health population from children to late adulthood. I currently focus on teen to late adult years and their accompanying mental health needs.
Hi! My name is Crystal, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with more than 20 years of experience in the psychological realm. I feel that, if a person trusts me with painful information, it is a gift of trust. I am person-centered and empathic in my practice, and I love to watch growth in a person's mental health, thus their improved quality of life. With over 20 years of psychological experience, I have worked with almost every mental health population from children to late adulthood. I currently focus on teen to late adult years and their accompanying mental health needs.
(786) 839-4505 View (786) 839-4505
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Dempsey Fisher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Dempsey Fisher is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist, Autplay Certified, and EMDR certified. Dempsey completed her master’s degree in Social Work at Florida State University. Dempsey utilizes play therapy techniques with children, teens, and families. Dempsey is trained to interpret play of children to give the guideway to healing children. Dempsey works best with children and adults who have not responded well to therapy prior. Dempsey provides EMDR intensives focusing on populations that cannot do weekly therapy sessions but are still looking to heal themselves. Dempsey is a CIT for EMDR for therapist.
Dempsey Fisher is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Play Therapist, Autplay Certified, and EMDR certified. Dempsey completed her master’s degree in Social Work at Florida State University. Dempsey utilizes play therapy techniques with children, teens, and families. Dempsey is trained to interpret play of children to give the guideway to healing children. Dempsey works best with children and adults who have not responded well to therapy prior. Dempsey provides EMDR intensives focusing on populations that cannot do weekly therapy sessions but are still looking to heal themselves. Dempsey is a CIT for EMDR for therapist.
(850) 290-0713 View (850) 290-0713
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Alisha Greenlaw
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
As a therapist who’s been to therapy, I want to keep it real with you- therapy is hard work. It’s made up of many moving parts: awkwardness with opening up to a stranger, vulnerability from expressing emotions in a new space (maybe even for the first time), anger that can surface from unresolved trauma, & emotional exhaustion that comes with processing. But it's so worth it. That hard work can lead to a deeper understanding of yourself, healthier relationships, stronger boundaries, more emotional clarity, or finding and claiming more peace.
As a therapist who’s been to therapy, I want to keep it real with you- therapy is hard work. It’s made up of many moving parts: awkwardness with opening up to a stranger, vulnerability from expressing emotions in a new space (maybe even for the first time), anger that can surface from unresolved trauma, & emotional exhaustion that comes with processing. But it's so worth it. That hard work can lead to a deeper understanding of yourself, healthier relationships, stronger boundaries, more emotional clarity, or finding and claiming more peace.
(850) 446-5079 View (850) 446-5079
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Jennifer Bishop
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
As a licensed clinical social worker with over 28 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals, couples and families navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression and relational dynamics.
As a licensed clinical social worker with over 28 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals, couples and families navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression and relational dynamics.
(850) 204-7404 View (850) 204-7404
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Hillary Anthony
Counselor, LMHC
5 Endorsed
I specialize in partnering with children, young adults, and adults who are answering the call to heal from trauma, deep emotional wounds, anxiety, and depression. My clients aren’t just looking for a safe space; they are looking to reclaim the narrative of their own lives. Beyond learning coping strategies, they are doing the brave work of rediscovering their inherent strengths to build a life that feels lighter and more fulfilling. Life can feel heavy, but the path to peace is one you are capable of walking. I am here to walk alongside you, providing the guidance and support you need to lead yourself back to wholeness.
I specialize in partnering with children, young adults, and adults who are answering the call to heal from trauma, deep emotional wounds, anxiety, and depression. My clients aren’t just looking for a safe space; they are looking to reclaim the narrative of their own lives. Beyond learning coping strategies, they are doing the brave work of rediscovering their inherent strengths to build a life that feels lighter and more fulfilling. Life can feel heavy, but the path to peace is one you are capable of walking. I am here to walk alongside you, providing the guidance and support you need to lead yourself back to wholeness.
(850) 801-6527 View (850) 801-6527
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Debi Leech
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
I incorporate Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), an evidence-based approach designed to help the brain process and release distressing memories, images, and sensations that may feel “stuck.” ART can be especially helpful for trauma, anxiety, phobias, grief, and persistent emotional triggers that don’t always shift through traditional talk therapy alone. Using guided eye movements and targeted techniques, ART allows many clients to experience meaningful relief in a brief period of time. My goal is to help you move beyond simply coping and toward feeling lighter, more regulated, and more fully present in your life.
I incorporate Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), an evidence-based approach designed to help the brain process and release distressing memories, images, and sensations that may feel “stuck.” ART can be especially helpful for trauma, anxiety, phobias, grief, and persistent emotional triggers that don’t always shift through traditional talk therapy alone. Using guided eye movements and targeted techniques, ART allows many clients to experience meaningful relief in a brief period of time. My goal is to help you move beyond simply coping and toward feeling lighter, more regulated, and more fully present in your life.
(850) 409-2510 View (850) 409-2510
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Alina Griffith
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
4 Endorsed
Thinking about therapy? Beginning therapy can feel both hopeful and intimidating, and I want to honor the courage it takes to take that first step. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can slow down, reflect, and begin to understand yourself more deeply. I believe healing happens through genuine connection and trust, and I strive to create an environment where you feel supported, accepted, and empowered to grow. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s unique needs.
Thinking about therapy? Beginning therapy can feel both hopeful and intimidating, and I want to honor the courage it takes to take that first step. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can slow down, reflect, and begin to understand yourself more deeply. I believe healing happens through genuine connection and trust, and I strive to create an environment where you feel supported, accepted, and empowered to grow. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s unique needs.
(850) 809-0318 View (850) 809-0318
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Helena Castaneda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
6 Endorsed
Hello, I'm Helena. The moment you decide to seek support, you become the hero of your own healing story. That courageous first step, whether you're a teen or an adult, is a profound act of self-advocacy. I specialize in helping teens and adults with workplace pressure, anxiety, depression, personal growth, and trauma. We work together to overcome challenges. Clients come to me seeking emotional balance, freedom from their past, and practical tools to cope. They are ready to build confidence and create a meaningful life. My goal is to help you access the strength you already possess. Ready to reclaim your peace? Let's connect.
Hello, I'm Helena. The moment you decide to seek support, you become the hero of your own healing story. That courageous first step, whether you're a teen or an adult, is a profound act of self-advocacy. I specialize in helping teens and adults with workplace pressure, anxiety, depression, personal growth, and trauma. We work together to overcome challenges. Clients come to me seeking emotional balance, freedom from their past, and practical tools to cope. They are ready to build confidence and create a meaningful life. My goal is to help you access the strength you already possess. Ready to reclaim your peace? Let's connect.
(850) 920-7196 View (850) 920-7196
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Mayor Mental Health LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Welcome to Mayor Mental Health LLC! We are a mental health clinic in Fort Walton Beach, offering both virtual and in-person sessions. We are owned by a husband/wife team of licensed therapists- Robert Mayor, LMHC and Kelly Mayor, LCSW. Together we have 24 years combined experience in the mental health field. We have a few other clinicians on our staff as well. We provide high-quality and evidenced-based care to assist our clients with improving their mental health. We love watching our clients succeed in reaching their goals.
Welcome to Mayor Mental Health LLC! We are a mental health clinic in Fort Walton Beach, offering both virtual and in-person sessions. We are owned by a husband/wife team of licensed therapists- Robert Mayor, LMHC and Kelly Mayor, LCSW. Together we have 24 years combined experience in the mental health field. We have a few other clinicians on our staff as well. We provide high-quality and evidenced-based care to assist our clients with improving their mental health. We love watching our clients succeed in reaching their goals.
(850) 990-1276 View (850) 990-1276
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Debra Leech
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm. I provide a supportive, collaborative space where clients can feel safe, understood, and empowered to explore their experiences. My goal is to help clients build insight, develop effective coping tools, and move toward greater emotional balance, resilience, and a more fulfilling life.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm. I provide a supportive, collaborative space where clients can feel safe, understood, and empowered to explore their experiences. My goal is to help clients build insight, develop effective coping tools, and move toward greater emotional balance, resilience, and a more fulfilling life.
(850) 752-0347 View (850) 752-0347
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Erin R. Goodson
Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
The ideal client is an individual who desires help. I am not going to work harder than anyone to better themselves. You have to be willing to do the work with me. This work is hard. It is not fun to talk about things that you have struggled with and I deeply understand this. The reason I got into counseling is that I was forced to go to counseling as a child and refused to engage. It was not until I was a teenager and made the decision to ask for help, that it made a difference. Your desire and passion to want to make a difference in your life matters. I can help you on your path.
The ideal client is an individual who desires help. I am not going to work harder than anyone to better themselves. You have to be willing to do the work with me. This work is hard. It is not fun to talk about things that you have struggled with and I deeply understand this. The reason I got into counseling is that I was forced to go to counseling as a child and refused to engage. It was not until I was a teenager and made the decision to ask for help, that it made a difference. Your desire and passion to want to make a difference in your life matters. I can help you on your path.
(850) 220-1971 View (850) 220-1971
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Regina Bright
Counselor, MS, LMHC, BCST
10 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Board Certified Sex Therapist, as well as a Board Certified Transgender Professional. I am certified in Kink, Fetishes, and Polyamory, a Clinical Supervisor, Guardian ad Litem, and a Clinical Supervisor. I provide individual and couples therapy.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Board Certified Sex Therapist, as well as a Board Certified Transgender Professional. I am certified in Kink, Fetishes, and Polyamory, a Clinical Supervisor, Guardian ad Litem, and a Clinical Supervisor. I provide individual and couples therapy.
(850) 226-6430 View (850) 226-6430
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Aleighsha Webber
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
4 Endorsed
Are you struggling with past experiences that keep showing up in your present? Do you find yourself stuck in patterns around trauma, substance use, or your relationship with food and your body? I provide a warm, down-to-earth, and nonjudgmental space for you to process these struggles and explore a path to a more peaceful, balanced life. We'll work collaboratively while I guide and support you in uncovering the root of your concerns.
Are you struggling with past experiences that keep showing up in your present? Do you find yourself stuck in patterns around trauma, substance use, or your relationship with food and your body? I provide a warm, down-to-earth, and nonjudgmental space for you to process these struggles and explore a path to a more peaceful, balanced life. We'll work collaboratively while I guide and support you in uncovering the root of your concerns.
(850) 787-9362 View (850) 787-9362
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Susan Page
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Asking for help is the first important step you can take on your journey to wholeness. I am here to help you identify, explore, and remove obstacles to your wellbeing. Watson, my therapy dog, offers great comfort as you work through difficult issues. If you are dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, or need to find a way out of an abusive relationship, or break cycles of self-harm, I am here to counsel you in a supportive way that is unique to you. My expertise also helps couples strengthen their relationship, encourages families to develop stronger bonds, and helps children and adolescents overcome struggles during childhood.
Asking for help is the first important step you can take on your journey to wholeness. I am here to help you identify, explore, and remove obstacles to your wellbeing. Watson, my therapy dog, offers great comfort as you work through difficult issues. If you are dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, or need to find a way out of an abusive relationship, or break cycles of self-harm, I am here to counsel you in a supportive way that is unique to you. My expertise also helps couples strengthen their relationship, encourages families to develop stronger bonds, and helps children and adolescents overcome struggles during childhood.
(850) 716-1024 View (850) 716-1024
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Steph Jeska
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern
4 Endorsed
I am privileged to guide children, preteens, adolescents, and young adults through life's toughest challenges, including trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. Recognizing your pain and seeking help is a courageous act; your mental health journey is a brave one, and I'm honored to be your guide and ally. Are you ready to reclaim your peace and control? I offer specialized support, including EMDR therapy for trauma, CPT (Cognitive Processing Therapy), Complex Trauma Therapy, and Grief Therapy. Let's connect at New Heights Counseling and begin your journey toward healing and reclaiming peace in your life.
I am privileged to guide children, preteens, adolescents, and young adults through life's toughest challenges, including trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. Recognizing your pain and seeking help is a courageous act; your mental health journey is a brave one, and I'm honored to be your guide and ally. Are you ready to reclaim your peace and control? I offer specialized support, including EMDR therapy for trauma, CPT (Cognitive Processing Therapy), Complex Trauma Therapy, and Grief Therapy. Let's connect at New Heights Counseling and begin your journey toward healing and reclaiming peace in your life.
(850) 920-5861 View (850) 920-5861

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FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.

Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.