Therapists in Jacksonville, FL

Do you struggle with anxiety, depression or just the daily demands of living in general? Have you been traumatized and just want to begin moving forward? Is there an addiction that you can’t seem to kick? If so, look no further, Shannon Chavis spent the better part of 2 decades helping others navigate life’s challenges. Shannon Chavis is an individual founded on hard work and dedication. With over 15 years of counseling experience, Shannon continues to work towards professional growth. Shannon is a self-directed and highly driven individual that seeks to maximize efforts in all endeavors.

Looking forward to working with you! I am here to encourage, empower, educate, and guide my clients through the process of healing with my strength-based, solution-focused and treatment-based approach. I am extremely passionate about what I do and genuinely thrive in helping others. I can assure you that I will give you my support and dedication.

Do you want to recognize how to be the agent of change in your own life? Do you want to understand how messages you internalize from early experiences shape you? Do you have a child who is struggling who may need a safe space and ways to process emotional hardships? I can help guide you or your child to make the connections between real world experiences and the work we can do in the therapy room. I can also assist you or your child in understanding how past challenging or traumatic experiences effected current ways of coping and communicating.

Many of us today are finding life’s challenges overwhelming, and may be feeling unsettled and anxious, or down and depressed. We may feel that our relationships are suffering, or that our deeper traumas have been triggered, making it difficult to cope.

Your story is important and needs to be told. If you are struggling with the motivation for day-to-day life functioning, feeling overwhelmed or a little sadder than usual or perhaps you have some challenges that you need some guidance with, therapy may be best for you.

Are you stuck in a rut with dating? Do you feel like you’re dating the same unhealthy person over and over again? Are your relationships not as fulfilling as you would like for them to be? Whether you’re single, engaged, or married, I would love to help enhance the relationships in your life as well as those you hope to have some day.

The fundamental goal of counseling is to help individuals, who are experiencing personal challenges, resolve them and improve their emotional well-being. My mission is to help people who are struggling to overcome various issues such as addiction, anxiety, depression, anger, fear, and grief. These issues can impact career, health, education, and family life. I believe that compassion and empathy are essential qualities that every counselor should have toward their clients. My practice is built on those essential qualities.

Does your teen have trouble fitting in at school? Do you see them having difficulty finding their place in the world? Are they turned away by their peers because of their unique interests or personality? Is your teen gifted academically, musically, or creatively? Has your teen been diagnosed with ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorder, or do you suspect that they are neurodivergent? Does your teen want to build a community of peers who love and appreciate them for who they are? You want the best for your child, but you may find that you don't know how to connect with them on some of these issues. That's where I can help!

My name is Rico Nelson. I specialize in working with individuals and families that struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, grief, addiction, and more. I am interested in building a positive and caring therapeutic rapport to ensure clients feel safe and supported. I help clients identify their issues and develop a treatment plan that has a person-centered focus, maximizes strengths, and promotes empowerment. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral, Person-Centered and Solution Focused Therapies. I’m also certified in Post-Traumatic Stress in those who have served in Behavioral Health Case Management and our US Military.

I am a Trauma Informed Therapist providing tools and techniques to those exposed or have witnessed traumatic events. I work closely with Veterans and Families of Veterans as well as Childhood Trauma Survivors. I use eclectic techniques including but not limited to Brainspotting, EMDR, CBT and Person Centered Therapy. I enjoy providing a safe place to Veterans and Childhood Trauma Survivors; providing them psychoeducation and skills to deal with trauma that they've struggled and have been impacted by. I love to see their growth and implementation of skills. It has been a pleasure working with this population.

Do you show a strong outside, but inside you're churning with worry, anxiety, depression and you can't talk to anyone about it. Life can be too hard to do it alone. I am a non-judgmental therapist who will listen with compassion and care. I'll use my 20 years of eclectic experience (DBT/CBT/EMDR/Psychodrama/Hypnosis, etc.) to help you work life's challenges and find your inner peace. If you want someone to really hear you, to help you find a better way of living and improve the way you look at life, then I am the counselor for you. I can help you grow stronger and find inner peace in the midst of the most difficult situations

We all like to feel good and the feeling of positive emotions flowing on the inside of us just plain feel good. Feeding our mind with pleasurable emotions is vital for anyone who wants to lead a happy & healthy life. Your diet is not only what you eat it is what you watch, what you listen to, what you read, and the people you surround yourself around be mindful of what you feed your soul, not just your stomach. A good life starts from within. A visit with me is the first step toward the satisfaction & enjoyment you're looking for. Treatment's vary depending on each person. Let's work together.

Here you are: new job, new identity, new location -with new problems! If you're here, you want more out of life: to have more peace of mind, to set better boundaries, and to overcome obstacles new life transitions present. My therapy explores your upbringing, past traumas, and an in-depth look at daily habits/thoughts that could be impacting your ability to fully step into this new phase of life.

If you're nervous about coming to therapy, please know that many others feel that way before the first visit. One of my most basic concerns is that you feel comfortable. Your time with me is important. I strive to put you at ease with compassion, empathy, and humor so that we can work together to best meet your needs. I enjoy working with adults who are motivated to make changes and improve their lives. Frequently my patients work on issues of anxiety, depression, marital difficulty, coping with illnesses of all types, anger, grief/loss, and stress.

Congratulations on taking the first step to improving your mental health. Being vulnerable concerning the things you are struggling with and decisions you have made can be very difficult. It is important to know your past does not determine your future. I am a passionate and caring therapist who utilizes a customized, non-judgmental approach to helping clients meet their needs. I have worked with adolescent and adult clients for over 7 years. I have been able to adequately assist clients with conquering depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, communication issues, and relationship problems.

As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor practicing in North Jacksonville, it is my desire to provide a safe space for you to heal. We can stay on the surface or go deep to the core of what's contributing to what you see as life's difficulties. I am committed to providing a collaborative approach through promoting autonomy and self-efficacy. My counseling experience extends to a variety of individuals which include children, teens, young adults, geriatric, juvenile delinquents, and individuals with terminal illness such as cancer.

Currently Accepting New Clients. Feel stuck in your relationship? Trying to connect, but communication seems to get in the way? Struggling with sadness or worry and unsure how to cope? My goal is to help individuals, couples and families focus on their strengths and what works. I can help with improving communication, resolving conflict, improving individual coping skills or focusing on ways to improve day to day living, my expertise and training focuses on helping couples improve their relationship and I can help individuals work to focus on growth by overcoming challenges in a meaningful way.