Therapists in Golden Glades-The Woods, Jacksonville, FL

Therapy is first about discovery; uncovering the core beliefs we hold about ourselves and others, and our deeply rooted habitual responses. Whether we are dealing with past or current traumatic and painful experiences, hardships and stress, life transitions, or feelings of shame, unworthiness, loss, or isolation, the possibility of healing is always there for us.

There are times in life when you encounter struggles, that make you wonder what to do next. Together we would find the solution that works best for you, to respond to life's challenges, changing behaviors, or strengthening yourself. I offer a safe, caring, positive environment where you are free to express yourself. I want you to feel comfortable in a therapeutic setting. With over a decade of experience, I can help. Be Ready for Positive Change! I look forward to working with you to empower you to be the Best You Can Be!

I am working with both adolescents and adults. My theoretical orientation to counseling and psychotherapy is rooted in the philosophy of a humanistic-existential approach to human functioning. I use the tenets of individual responsibility to choice and decision-making and apply them within a cognitive-behavioral perspective (CBT) to counseling and clinical work. I consider myself a generalist with specialty training in cognitive rehabilitation, vocational/career counseling, as well as psychoeducational testing and other evaluations, such as pre-surgical evaluations (e.g., for bariatric procedures).

Whether you feel stuck in a job, having relationship issues, stressed with trying to balance obligations, struggling with facing a challenge, adjusting to new changes, or difficulty managing anxiety about the past I am here to walk with you. You are not alone in this walk. I offer a supportive, warm and laid back therapy style. I am not in the space of judgment and welcome you to come as you are. Therapy or asking for help is not a sign of weakness; but part of the human experience. We all want to connect and sometimes it is easier with a non-biased neutral person.

At times individuals or couples struggle with personal issues that may leave you feeling confused, frustrated, powerless, or unsure of what steps to take next. I believe that therapists and clients work together to figure out the best solution to your problems. My job is to provide a safe and caring environment where I foster your ability to find new solutions. I have been working in the mental health field since 1997. I work with couples, individuals, families, and teenagers.

Experienced psychotherapist licensed in both Mental Health (LMHC) & Family Therapy (LMFT) offering Teletherapy & assessments throughout Florida & limited Walk/Talk sessions in local nature settings for children, teens & adults. Also working with attorney referred clients requiring evals for USCIS/Federal Immigration Court throughout the US including California, New York & Miami. ESA & Psychiatric Service Dog assessments. Psychometric testing in English/Spanish. Proficient in German, French, Spanish & Irish dialects. Check out our website for details and rates. Our beach office is in-house at Story Griffin, Consumer Justice Law Firm.

Are you experiencing sexual issues? Do you feel like nobody will understand? Whether you're not having enough, having too much, not enjoying the sex you're having, feeling embarrassed by the sex you wish you were having, or struggling to feel affirmed for your sexuality, we can work together to explore the solutions to these and other challenges. As a clinical mental health counselor and certified sex therapist, I can offer you the space and support to safely explore your relationship with your sexuality, including sexual intimacy, fantasies, identities, and behaviors.

A bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Addictions Professional in private practice. A member of The National Board of Certified Counselors and certified by EMDRIA, Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator, Parenting Coordinator in fourth Judicial Circuit and a Domestic Violence assessor for the State of Florida. Also certified in Eye Movement and Desensitization Reprocessing therapy (EMDR), Emotional Feeling Technique and Hypnosis? My 14 years of experience has taught me that in a collaborative, respectful, safe, non-judgmental environment, you can acquire and incorporate the tools that with courage and perseverance, appropriate action will transform your life.

I consider it a great privilege to join people on their journey through life's trials and triumphs and I take this responsibility very seriously.I provide individual, couples, and family therapy. My primary approach to addressing anxiety, depression, psychosis, or relationship problems is cognitive-behavioral treatment. This means I help people change the way they think about themselves, others, and the world as well as help them change behaviors that are causing problems. I also integrate other approaches and strategies when necessary to make sure clients benefit from all the helpful therapeutic tools that are available.

I have over 37 years of experience in corporate, academic, and clinical settings, helping people lead happier, more productive lives. As a licensed psychologist, I have been helping individuals, couples, and families in my private practice in Ponte Vedra Beach for over 17 years. I provide comprehensive therapy and testing services for children, adolescents, and adults. I have published 20 scientific articles on stress, anxiety, depression, and cognitive therapy. I have presented scientific papers to psychologists at state and national conventions. I have given talks on stress management, cognitive therapy for depression, and anxiety to local community organizations.

For more than 30 years I have had the privilege of offering guidance to individuals, couples and families who want to make responsible changes in their lives. Whether you are experiencing anxiety * depression * marital stress * divorce * grief * illness * trauma * substance abuse * difficult parent-child relationships; we will work as a team to deal with sources of problems and design strategies for healthier approaches. Our goal is to transform distress and challenges into valuable life lessons. In addition, I was the first licensed mental health professional in NE Florida to teach Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction classes.

If you value a holistic approach addressing body, mind and spirit, I offer a safe and caring environment that is down to earth and practical. Our sessions will call you to personal responsibility and commitment to make changes that enrich your life. Discover tools and strategies that will empower you. Learn to change your thinking, manage your emotions, act from your values and live a life that reflects your best self. Whatever the past, healing is possible, the present precious and the future is yours to create.

Are you struggling with a difficult marriage, parenting issues, post divorce problems or other trying family situations? Are you having difficulty in the role of caregiver to an elderly parent or relative? Relationships can be difficult. I can help you decrease your anxious worry and gain the skills to improve communication patterns that are ineffective.

I make every effort to tailor my work with each client to their unique needs interests and values, and to ensure that my clients first and foremost feel respected, understood in what they are seeking, appreciated for their strengths and comfortable in our collaborative efforts toward their goals. Research makes it clear that no one approach has all the answers. Therefore, as a clinical psychologist, I draw upon a diverse set of models and the latest research findings to offer clients the highest quality service.