Therapists in Jacksonville, FL
I am licensed in the state of Georgia and have worked in the mental health field for 20 years. Seven of those years I have worked as a therapist/counselor. Some of my experience includes working in a residential treatment center, in an outpatient community mental health clinic, private practice, as well as in school settings. I have worked with those from all different ethnic backgrounds with great outcomes. I enjoy helping adolescents and adults live happier, healthier lives, by improving their mental health and education. Based on the initial session, treatment will be tailored to the needs of each individual.
I am licensed in the state of Georgia and have worked in the mental health field for 20 years. Seven of those years I have worked as a therapist/counselor. Some of my experience includes working in a residential treatment center, in an outpatient community mental health clinic, private practice, as well as in school settings. I have worked with those from all different ethnic backgrounds with great outcomes. I enjoy helping adolescents and adults live happier, healthier lives, by improving their mental health and education. Based on the initial session, treatment will be tailored to the needs of each individual.
Hi! My name is Nathalie Potts. I am a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern in Florida (IMH26549). I am passionate about helping others and being a conduit for healing. I work with individuals, couples, and adolescents to find healthy views of themselves, establish strong relationships, address any emotional disconnection and insecurities, and look for any psychological barriers. I would love to walk alongside you to help you find healing and freedom. I utilize various methods such as DBT, CBT, Internal Family Systems, EFT, and a somatic approach to treating trauma.
Hi! My name is Nathalie Potts. I am a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern in Florida (IMH26549). I am passionate about helping others and being a conduit for healing. I work with individuals, couples, and adolescents to find healthy views of themselves, establish strong relationships, address any emotional disconnection and insecurities, and look for any psychological barriers. I would love to walk alongside you to help you find healing and freedom. I utilize various methods such as DBT, CBT, Internal Family Systems, EFT, and a somatic approach to treating trauma.
Mario Decunto is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who grew up between California and Argentina making him comfortable counseling in either English or Spanish. Mario uses warmth and compassion to bond with his clients while utilizing a strength-based approach to navigate through challenges. He has worked for nearly 15 years in Jacksonville specializing in children and their families, couples, adults and coaching. He is an advocate for Infant Mental Health and currently serves as VP of the Florida Association of Infant Mental Health (FAIMH) chapter of North Florida. Mario is proud to be a Qualified Supervisor.
Mario Decunto is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who grew up between California and Argentina making him comfortable counseling in either English or Spanish. Mario uses warmth and compassion to bond with his clients while utilizing a strength-based approach to navigate through challenges. He has worked for nearly 15 years in Jacksonville specializing in children and their families, couples, adults and coaching. He is an advocate for Infant Mental Health and currently serves as VP of the Florida Association of Infant Mental Health (FAIMH) chapter of North Florida. Mario is proud to be a Qualified Supervisor.
Hi! I am a licensed clinical social worker based in Florida. I know how important it is to find a therapist that you mesh well with, who respects and listens to you, and is nonjudgmental. I am passionate and excited about the work I do. I love the beach, I enjoy spending time with my dog, going rock climbing, and I love listening to music.
Hi! I am a licensed clinical social worker based in Florida. I know how important it is to find a therapist that you mesh well with, who respects and listens to you, and is nonjudgmental. I am passionate and excited about the work I do. I love the beach, I enjoy spending time with my dog, going rock climbing, and I love listening to music.
Accepting New Clients! Life doesn’t come with an instruction manual and often we can find ourselves stuck emotionally. Being able to find a trusted therapist can help make you feel supported, heard, understood and less alone on your life journey. I hope I can provide that support for you or your child! I have been working in the mental health field for 10 years providing care and support for children, teenagers, and adults. I have experience providing counseling to clients who need support with anxiety, depression, religious trauma/harm, ADHD, family/work stressors, stress management, trauma, and providing therapy for therapists!
Accepting New Clients! Life doesn’t come with an instruction manual and often we can find ourselves stuck emotionally. Being able to find a trusted therapist can help make you feel supported, heard, understood and less alone on your life journey. I hope I can provide that support for you or your child! I have been working in the mental health field for 10 years providing care and support for children, teenagers, and adults. I have experience providing counseling to clients who need support with anxiety, depression, religious trauma/harm, ADHD, family/work stressors, stress management, trauma, and providing therapy for therapists!
I have training in systemic theories and trauma informed treatment. I take into consideration all content within each context when assessing a problem. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental, open space for you that allows a collaborative effort to assist you in exploring yourself, finding support and in making the life changes you desire and deserve.
I have training in systemic theories and trauma informed treatment. I take into consideration all content within each context when assessing a problem. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental, open space for you that allows a collaborative effort to assist you in exploring yourself, finding support and in making the life changes you desire and deserve.
I support people in planning/adjusting to life transitions such as loss, grieving, coping with a diagnosis/chronic illness (patient &/or loved ones) and pain, caregiving, relationship issues, anxiety, stress, and depression. We will focus on you as the expert of your life and identify your strengths to help in your personal growth, self-discovery, and development. We will collaboratively add tools to your life skills toolbox. I also work with professionals experiencing career transitions, compassion fatigue, and burnout and help develop practical and empowering self-care practices, increased functioning, and life fulfillment.
I support people in planning/adjusting to life transitions such as loss, grieving, coping with a diagnosis/chronic illness (patient &/or loved ones) and pain, caregiving, relationship issues, anxiety, stress, and depression. We will focus on you as the expert of your life and identify your strengths to help in your personal growth, self-discovery, and development. We will collaboratively add tools to your life skills toolbox. I also work with professionals experiencing career transitions, compassion fatigue, and burnout and help develop practical and empowering self-care practices, increased functioning, and life fulfillment.
My ideal client is a teen who feels overwhelmed, anxious, or misunderstood and is doing their best to navigate school stress, relationships, identity, or the impact of past experiences. They may struggle to express emotions, manage big feelings, or feel comfortable opening up to adults. Often, these teens are thoughtful, sensitive, and capable, yet feel stuck or unsure how to cope. Parents may feel worried, unsure how to help, or concerned about changes in mood, behavior, or connection.
My ideal client is a teen who feels overwhelmed, anxious, or misunderstood and is doing their best to navigate school stress, relationships, identity, or the impact of past experiences. They may struggle to express emotions, manage big feelings, or feel comfortable opening up to adults. Often, these teens are thoughtful, sensitive, and capable, yet feel stuck or unsure how to cope. Parents may feel worried, unsure how to help, or concerned about changes in mood, behavior, or connection.
There sometimes comes a season in life when an individual, couple or family experience a "stuck point". In times like these it helps to know that you are not alone and you do have choices. One choice is to enlist the help of a caring professional to work with you in establishing therapeutic goals to help you move through such difficult times with confidence. I bring 30 + years of experience in providing therapeutic interventions using: Family Systems Therapy, Marriage Therapy, and a variety of individual therapeutic strategies with adults to assist you in finding answers that make sense to you.
There sometimes comes a season in life when an individual, couple or family experience a "stuck point". In times like these it helps to know that you are not alone and you do have choices. One choice is to enlist the help of a caring professional to work with you in establishing therapeutic goals to help you move through such difficult times with confidence. I bring 30 + years of experience in providing therapeutic interventions using: Family Systems Therapy, Marriage Therapy, and a variety of individual therapeutic strategies with adults to assist you in finding answers that make sense to you.
Finding your way and your voice is a journey. Each person and each journey is unique. I focus on empowering clients to recognize their worth and build the life they desire. By assisting clients with challenging unhelpful and self-defeating beliefs we can create a path for moving forward. Growth and change are possible. I am trained in accelerated resolution therapy to assist with addressing the root of issues in an impactful way.
Finding your way and your voice is a journey. Each person and each journey is unique. I focus on empowering clients to recognize their worth and build the life they desire. By assisting clients with challenging unhelpful and self-defeating beliefs we can create a path for moving forward. Growth and change are possible. I am trained in accelerated resolution therapy to assist with addressing the root of issues in an impactful way.
I believe real healing happens through connection, compassion, and collaboration. I support those navigating trauma, anxiety, self-doubt, relationship struggles, life transitions, and more. Therapy with me is a partnership, grounded, real, and at a pace that actually fits your life.
I believe real healing happens through connection, compassion, and collaboration. I support those navigating trauma, anxiety, self-doubt, relationship struggles, life transitions, and more. Therapy with me is a partnership, grounded, real, and at a pace that actually fits your life.
Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Jacksonville, FL 32202
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I work with teens, young adults, and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, self-worth challenges, mood disorders, and behavioral concerns. I strive to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.
I work with teens, young adults, and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, self-worth challenges, mood disorders, and behavioral concerns. I strive to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.
Mara's Lighthouse Counseling Center LLC
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, RCSWI
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32225
I’m Deatrice Smith, a Registered Clinical Social Work Intern, with over 20 years of social work experience. I’m passionate about supporting individuals and families as they navigate life’s challenges. My goal is to provide a safe and compassionate space where you feel seen, heard and supported. Together, we’ll focus on your strengths, build resilience, and work toward the goals that matter most to you.
My approach is collaborative, client-centered, and solution-focused. I believe therapy is most effective when it feels like a true partnership and helps you move forward with practical strategies you can use in everyday life.
I’m Deatrice Smith, a Registered Clinical Social Work Intern, with over 20 years of social work experience. I’m passionate about supporting individuals and families as they navigate life’s challenges. My goal is to provide a safe and compassionate space where you feel seen, heard and supported. Together, we’ll focus on your strengths, build resilience, and work toward the goals that matter most to you.
My approach is collaborative, client-centered, and solution-focused. I believe therapy is most effective when it feels like a true partnership and helps you move forward with practical strategies you can use in everyday life.
Life in the 21st century can be overwhelming. Stress affects relationships, work, social groups, home, health...and the list goes on. I've been working with individuals, families and organizations for 20+ years. I've had the best clinical training available in a broad range of techniques (below). I am board certified in clinical social work and hypnosis. I have a PhD in natural health. Prior to that, I worked for 25 years as a policy manager for corporate, government and non profit organizations, and understand work/home stress. We'll talk about what's going on in your life, and what approach will help you move forward.
Life in the 21st century can be overwhelming. Stress affects relationships, work, social groups, home, health...and the list goes on. I've been working with individuals, families and organizations for 20+ years. I've had the best clinical training available in a broad range of techniques (below). I am board certified in clinical social work and hypnosis. I have a PhD in natural health. Prior to that, I worked for 25 years as a policy manager for corporate, government and non profit organizations, and understand work/home stress. We'll talk about what's going on in your life, and what approach will help you move forward.
Hello and welcome! I’m a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker accepting clients in Florida, Alabama and South Carolina. I have over a decade of experience supporting individuals, families, and communities through life’s challenges. I hold a master’s degree in social work and have had the privilege of working in a variety of settings, including hospice care, veteran services and community-based organizations.
Hello and welcome! I’m a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker accepting clients in Florida, Alabama and South Carolina. I have over a decade of experience supporting individuals, families, and communities through life’s challenges. I hold a master’s degree in social work and have had the privilege of working in a variety of settings, including hospice care, veteran services and community-based organizations.
My name is Ashley Beech-Mavrantzas, and I've been in mental health practice for 10 years. I believe that mental health is just as important as physical health and that they go hand in hand. My name is Ashley Beech-Mavrantzas, and I've been in mental health practice for 10 years. I specialize in Mood disorders, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder. I also have experience in grief therapy. Furthermore, I use many modalities to treat these disorders such as DBT, CBT, and EMDR. Additionally, I use different eclectic modalities based on the client's needs.
My name is Ashley Beech-Mavrantzas, and I've been in mental health practice for 10 years. I believe that mental health is just as important as physical health and that they go hand in hand. My name is Ashley Beech-Mavrantzas, and I've been in mental health practice for 10 years. I specialize in Mood disorders, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder. I also have experience in grief therapy. Furthermore, I use many modalities to treat these disorders such as DBT, CBT, and EMDR. Additionally, I use different eclectic modalities based on the client's needs.
As a licensed therapist, I extend to you a warm and compassionate welcome to my practice, where your mental health and personal growth are our top priorities. I believe that every individual has the capacity for positive change and the potential to lead a fulfilling life. Please know that I am here to support you on this transformative journey.
As a licensed therapist, I extend to you a warm and compassionate welcome to my practice, where your mental health and personal growth are our top priorities. I believe that every individual has the capacity for positive change and the potential to lead a fulfilling life. Please know that I am here to support you on this transformative journey.
My practice optimizes life. To me, life is about thriving and not just symptom management because I care about my patients like I care about my family.
I use psychiatry to assess your unique chemical, biological, and behavioral dynamics that contribute to how you function today via occasional lab testing, discussion of your history, supports, stressors, coping skills, and more.
Together we decide what up-to-date research, evidence based medicine, or natural interventions to put to work for your best potential.
We bolster appointments and treatment outcomes with spiritual support and prayer per your preference.
My practice optimizes life. To me, life is about thriving and not just symptom management because I care about my patients like I care about my family.
I use psychiatry to assess your unique chemical, biological, and behavioral dynamics that contribute to how you function today via occasional lab testing, discussion of your history, supports, stressors, coping skills, and more.
Together we decide what up-to-date research, evidence based medicine, or natural interventions to put to work for your best potential.
We bolster appointments and treatment outcomes with spiritual support and prayer per your preference.
I work with individuals that are ready to take that next step in their wellness journey. I have experience with many issues from mood disorders, to anxiety, to substance abuse. My goal is to help you reach yours.
I work with individuals that are ready to take that next step in their wellness journey. I have experience with many issues from mood disorders, to anxiety, to substance abuse. My goal is to help you reach yours.
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Number of Therapists in Jacksonville, FL
2,000+
Average cost per session
$125
Therapists in Jacksonville, FL who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 85% | Depression |
| 71% | Self Esteem |
| 70% | Coping Skills |
| 65% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 56% | Stress |
| 56% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 89% | Aetna |
| 86% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 62% | Optum |
How Therapists in Jacksonville, FL see their clients
| 60% | Online Only | |
| 40% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
| 83% | Female | |
| 16% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |