Therapists in Fort Walton Beach, FL
Since 2013, I’ve worked with a range of mental health concerns in my private practice. In 2015 I learned of NeruoTherapy and utilized it as part of a wellness based inpatient program. And in 2017 I introduced it to my private practice. After seeing remarkable improvements with so many client concerns, (Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, TBI, Stroke Recovery, ADHD, Sleep Issues, Memory, Focus, Performance Enhancement, and more), Emerald Coast NeruoFeedback was founded in 2021, making it available outside of my counseling practice. At ECNF we combine cutting edge software with years of clinical experience from assessment to implementation.
Since 2013, I’ve worked with a range of mental health concerns in my private practice. In 2015 I learned of NeruoTherapy and utilized it as part of a wellness based inpatient program. And in 2017 I introduced it to my private practice. After seeing remarkable improvements with so many client concerns, (Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, TBI, Stroke Recovery, ADHD, Sleep Issues, Memory, Focus, Performance Enhancement, and more), Emerald Coast NeruoFeedback was founded in 2021, making it available outside of my counseling practice. At ECNF we combine cutting edge software with years of clinical experience from assessment to implementation.
Life can be very challenging and we all have ways of coping with these challenges. Some ways of coping are healthy; others, not so much. When life overwhelms us, whether in marriage, family, job, or military career, our coping skills may no longer help us manage and we may look for quick fixes like alcohol or substances. If alcohol or substance use has taken over your life, or if anger and out-of-control emotions are ruling you, you have come to the right place.
Life can be very challenging and we all have ways of coping with these challenges. Some ways of coping are healthy; others, not so much. When life overwhelms us, whether in marriage, family, job, or military career, our coping skills may no longer help us manage and we may look for quick fixes like alcohol or substances. If alcohol or substance use has taken over your life, or if anger and out-of-control emotions are ruling you, you have come to the right place.
Congratulations on your courageous decision to seek help! The process of healing begins with taking responsibility, realizing that it is you – and no one else – that creates your thoughts, feelings, and actions. Self-awareness is the first step to change. Only you are aware of your unique circumstances and needs from therapy. I go above and beyond to help those like you who choose to actively help themselves. Understand that the path to self-discovery and growth is not easy. It involves commitment, personal investment, and a desire to delve into the process of growth, healing, and self-love.
Congratulations on your courageous decision to seek help! The process of healing begins with taking responsibility, realizing that it is you – and no one else – that creates your thoughts, feelings, and actions. Self-awareness is the first step to change. Only you are aware of your unique circumstances and needs from therapy. I go above and beyond to help those like you who choose to actively help themselves. Understand that the path to self-discovery and growth is not easy. It involves commitment, personal investment, and a desire to delve into the process of growth, healing, and self-love.
Does it feel like you are trying to keep your head above water while others are swimming past? Are you asking yourself, "What the hell is going on in my life? Or why do I feel this way?" We all have experienced trauma on some level, and I am here to listen, support, and guide you to successfully deal with life’s everyday challenges. Together, we can foster change and take the steps necessary to meet your goals. I will teach you how to become your best self. It's time to be brave and take charge of your life! Starting Swimming instead of staying afloat!
Does it feel like you are trying to keep your head above water while others are swimming past? Are you asking yourself, "What the hell is going on in my life? Or why do I feel this way?" We all have experienced trauma on some level, and I am here to listen, support, and guide you to successfully deal with life’s everyday challenges. Together, we can foster change and take the steps necessary to meet your goals. I will teach you how to become your best self. It's time to be brave and take charge of your life! Starting Swimming instead of staying afloat!
Monique Darnell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC, CAADC
1 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Are you experiencing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or concerns about your child’s behavior? MRD&CA Solutions is a group practice made up of skilled, compassionate therapists who share a common, trauma-informed and culturally responsive approach to care. Our clinicians work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, emotional and behavioral challenges, family stress, and life transitions. Each therapist on our team practices within the same holistic framework established by Monique Darnell—addressing emotional, relational, and mind-body needs while honoring each client’s lived experience.
Are you experiencing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or concerns about your child’s behavior? MRD&CA Solutions is a group practice made up of skilled, compassionate therapists who share a common, trauma-informed and culturally responsive approach to care. Our clinicians work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, emotional and behavioral challenges, family stress, and life transitions. Each therapist on our team practices within the same holistic framework established by Monique Darnell—addressing emotional, relational, and mind-body needs while honoring each client’s lived experience.
I believe the most important qualities for a counselor to possess are genuineness & empathy. It is my purpose to create an atmosphere in which the client feels fully accepted exactly where they are. My experience includes working with children, adolescents, and adults seeking support for anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and past trauma. My integrative counseling approach is guided by person centered theory, narrative, therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and solution-focused therapy with the main goal being to provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment.
I believe the most important qualities for a counselor to possess are genuineness & empathy. It is my purpose to create an atmosphere in which the client feels fully accepted exactly where they are. My experience includes working with children, adolescents, and adults seeking support for anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and past trauma. My integrative counseling approach is guided by person centered theory, narrative, therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and solution-focused therapy with the main goal being to provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment.
I focus on four areas - relationships, trauma/PTSD, boundaries and emotions. Couples often struggle with a lack of emotional and physical intimacy, they've lost respect & trust for each other, have little companionship, poor communication, argue about finances, sex, children, etc. These four areas are often an underlying cause of individual and relationship problems. Many struggle with mental health and substance use as a result. They feel stressed, damaged, alone, numb, can't sleep/concentrate, have racing thoughts, mood swings, anger. They 've tried meds, therapy, substance rehab with little success and feel stuck. Is this you?
I focus on four areas - relationships, trauma/PTSD, boundaries and emotions. Couples often struggle with a lack of emotional and physical intimacy, they've lost respect & trust for each other, have little companionship, poor communication, argue about finances, sex, children, etc. These four areas are often an underlying cause of individual and relationship problems. Many struggle with mental health and substance use as a result. They feel stressed, damaged, alone, numb, can't sleep/concentrate, have racing thoughts, mood swings, anger. They 've tried meds, therapy, substance rehab with little success and feel stuck. Is this you?
I provide compassionate, client-centered counseling using evidence-based approaches. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, substance use, and other mental health concerns. My practice is informed by a prior career as a Speech-Language Pathologist, strengthening my focus on communication, active listening, and individualized care.
I provide compassionate, client-centered counseling using evidence-based approaches. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, substance use, and other mental health concerns. My practice is informed by a prior career as a Speech-Language Pathologist, strengthening my focus on communication, active listening, and individualized care.
You are strong, capable, and self-aware, which is exactly why it can be confusing to find yourself repeating patterns that leave you feeling depleted. You no longer feel like you. You wonder if you're the problem. And you are burned out from overgiving, struggling to say no, and feeling unseen.
Part of you is ready for something different. To stop apologizing for who you are. To trust your instincts again and build relationships that feel steady rather than draining. You want to understand the invisible wounds that shaped these patterns so you can move forward with clarity, self-respect, and a stronger sense of direction
You are strong, capable, and self-aware, which is exactly why it can be confusing to find yourself repeating patterns that leave you feeling depleted. You no longer feel like you. You wonder if you're the problem. And you are burned out from overgiving, struggling to say no, and feeling unseen.
Part of you is ready for something different. To stop apologizing for who you are. To trust your instincts again and build relationships that feel steady rather than draining. You want to understand the invisible wounds that shaped these patterns so you can move forward with clarity, self-respect, and a stronger sense of direction
With the right tools and support I believe you can overcome just about any challenge and create the life you've always wanted. My approach uses traditional therapeutic methods enhanced with a variety of music, art and animal assisted techniques in a private, relaxing environment. Most importantly, I treat all clients with the utmost respect and care they deserve. I offer after hours and weekend appointments and new clients are always welcome.
With the right tools and support I believe you can overcome just about any challenge and create the life you've always wanted. My approach uses traditional therapeutic methods enhanced with a variety of music, art and animal assisted techniques in a private, relaxing environment. Most importantly, I treat all clients with the utmost respect and care they deserve. I offer after hours and weekend appointments and new clients are always welcome.
You’ve been surviving for so long—what if it’s time to start truly living?
Feeling stuck in grief, trauma, or difficult life transitions can make it hard to see a way forward. You don’t have to go through it alone. Sometimes we just need a safe place to set down the heavy stuff—we’ll work together to help you find healing and hope. Together, we’ll work to transform pain into resilience, find clarity in the chaos, and build the life you’ve been longing for. Change doesn’t happen all at once—it happens step by step, session by session, as you discover your strength and reclaim hope.
You’ve been surviving for so long—what if it’s time to start truly living?
Feeling stuck in grief, trauma, or difficult life transitions can make it hard to see a way forward. You don’t have to go through it alone. Sometimes we just need a safe place to set down the heavy stuff—we’ll work together to help you find healing and hope. Together, we’ll work to transform pain into resilience, find clarity in the chaos, and build the life you’ve been longing for. Change doesn’t happen all at once—it happens step by step, session by session, as you discover your strength and reclaim hope.
I provide services in person and via telehealth for people who live in the state of Florida. Active duty military, veterans, and their families are my passion. As a Navy veteran and military spouse, I offer a unique perspective on military issues including pre/post-deployment, marriage, trauma, secondary trauma, and family issues. I accept VA Optum. Other issues I enjoy helping with include surviving infidelity, conscious uncoupling, LGBTQ relationships, anxiety, depression, and personality disorders such as Borderline Personality Disorder.
I provide services in person and via telehealth for people who live in the state of Florida. Active duty military, veterans, and their families are my passion. As a Navy veteran and military spouse, I offer a unique perspective on military issues including pre/post-deployment, marriage, trauma, secondary trauma, and family issues. I accept VA Optum. Other issues I enjoy helping with include surviving infidelity, conscious uncoupling, LGBTQ relationships, anxiety, depression, and personality disorders such as Borderline Personality Disorder.
STOP feeling "STRESSED OUT"! Is your life being driven by anxiety/depression? You can learn better ways to reduce anxiety/stress and experience inner peace. How? By using effective proven coping skills that work and can be used anytime! Taking a whole approach (heart, soul and mind) I help individuals gain a healthy and lasting balance. My experience includes PTSD issues, addiction issues, marital problems, life transitions, and premarital counseling. Stop losing life's energy and regain better resilience! Military? As a retired veteran, I understand the challenges faced in transitions.
STOP feeling "STRESSED OUT"! Is your life being driven by anxiety/depression? You can learn better ways to reduce anxiety/stress and experience inner peace. How? By using effective proven coping skills that work and can be used anytime! Taking a whole approach (heart, soul and mind) I help individuals gain a healthy and lasting balance. My experience includes PTSD issues, addiction issues, marital problems, life transitions, and premarital counseling. Stop losing life's energy and regain better resilience! Military? As a retired veteran, I understand the challenges faced in transitions.
Whether this is your first time seeking therapy or you are familiar with the process, I seek to make the experience a unique partnership. I believe therapy to be a partnership we develop to identify the issues in your life that you seek to improve on. No matter how you identify, I am happy to work with you to help you reach your goals. I am passionate about helping you find freedom from anything that currently holds you back from living the life you desire.
Whether this is your first time seeking therapy or you are familiar with the process, I seek to make the experience a unique partnership. I believe therapy to be a partnership we develop to identify the issues in your life that you seek to improve on. No matter how you identify, I am happy to work with you to help you reach your goals. I am passionate about helping you find freedom from anything that currently holds you back from living the life you desire.
Is life unpredictable and chaotic? Are you depressed or anxious, lost interest in doing things that have been important to you, sometimes feel like you've lost yourself? Do you sometimes use alcohol or other substances so you don't feel? Have you experienced trauma or injuries that you struggle to manage? Let's work together to change course whether you are struggling with addiction, trauma, loss, or the stress of everyday life.
Is life unpredictable and chaotic? Are you depressed or anxious, lost interest in doing things that have been important to you, sometimes feel like you've lost yourself? Do you sometimes use alcohol or other substances so you don't feel? Have you experienced trauma or injuries that you struggle to manage? Let's work together to change course whether you are struggling with addiction, trauma, loss, or the stress of everyday life.
Are you constantly overthinking, carrying stress that never seems to let up, or feel like you are barely keeping up with the demands of life? Are your relationships unfulfilling or hanging on by a thread? Maybe you try hard to look like you have it all together on the outside, but inside you are anxious, overwhelmed, and exhausted. If that sounds familiar, you're not alone - and change is possible
Are you constantly overthinking, carrying stress that never seems to let up, or feel like you are barely keeping up with the demands of life? Are your relationships unfulfilling or hanging on by a thread? Maybe you try hard to look like you have it all together on the outside, but inside you are anxious, overwhelmed, and exhausted. If that sounds familiar, you're not alone - and change is possible
I am a trauma specialist who has an extensive background working with individuals, couples, and families within the military, veteran, widow, and bereavement populations. I work to help each client become an optimally functioning and progressively maturing individual through identifying the specific presenting problem affecting their lives, helping them evaluate how their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors may be impacting the way they relate to themselves and others, and exploring how they can become the best version of themselves physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
I am a trauma specialist who has an extensive background working with individuals, couples, and families within the military, veteran, widow, and bereavement populations. I work to help each client become an optimally functioning and progressively maturing individual through identifying the specific presenting problem affecting their lives, helping them evaluate how their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors may be impacting the way they relate to themselves and others, and exploring how they can become the best version of themselves physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
Every day we all make choices about what we do or don't do. Each of these choices, no matter how big or small will affect the results that we get in life which therefore influences how fulfilled or unfulfilled we go on to feel. Life coaching helps to identify your core values (what's really important to you) which in turn enables you to make wiser choices and ultimately create a more effective, balanced and fulfilling life. The Life Coaching process examines what is going on in your life right now by unpacking your obstacles and/or challenges and formulating a strategic plan of action to help YOU achieve the things that you want!
Every day we all make choices about what we do or don't do. Each of these choices, no matter how big or small will affect the results that we get in life which therefore influences how fulfilled or unfulfilled we go on to feel. Life coaching helps to identify your core values (what's really important to you) which in turn enables you to make wiser choices and ultimately create a more effective, balanced and fulfilling life. The Life Coaching process examines what is going on in your life right now by unpacking your obstacles and/or challenges and formulating a strategic plan of action to help YOU achieve the things that you want!
I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida with a passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and achieve their personal goals. With a specialization in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I focus on empowering individuals to recognize and change their thought patterns and behaviors to improve their overall well-being. I have extensive experience working with a diverse range of clients, including those dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, stress, self-worth and relationship issues, and has experience working with the military, veteran, law-enforcement and first responders community.
I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida with a passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and achieve their personal goals. With a specialization in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I focus on empowering individuals to recognize and change their thought patterns and behaviors to improve their overall well-being. I have extensive experience working with a diverse range of clients, including those dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, stress, self-worth and relationship issues, and has experience working with the military, veteran, law-enforcement and first responders community.
I work with parents and caregivers navigating life after the death of a child. I’m a Certified Compassionate Bereavement Care provider with specialized training in traumatic grief and loss.
I work with parents and caregivers navigating life after the death of a child. I’m a Certified Compassionate Bereavement Care provider with specialized training in traumatic grief and loss.
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Number of Therapists in Fort Walton Beach, FL
100+
Average cost per session
$125
Therapists in Fort Walton Beach, FL who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 86% | Depression |
| 77% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 76% | Self Esteem |
| 69% | Relationship Issues |
| 69% | Stress |
| 66% | Grief |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 83% | Aetna |
| 68% | Optum |
| 66% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Fort Walton Beach, FL see their clients
| 69% | In Person and Online | |
| 31% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 85% | Female | |
| 14% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |