In Person Therapists in Lakeland, FL
I believe all of us encounter stages in our lives when we need and deserve support and understanding. I feel truly honored to be able to sit with people during these times. Being able to play an impactful role in the lives of those in need has always been my passion.
I believe all of us encounter stages in our lives when we need and deserve support and understanding. I feel truly honored to be able to sit with people during these times. Being able to play an impactful role in the lives of those in need has always been my passion.
Life often brings unexpected obstacles that seem impossible to overcome on your own. My goal is to provide steadfast support, reminding you that you are not alone in facing these challenges. I warmly welcome clients from diverse backgrounds who seek a compassionate listener and a dedicated partner on their healing journey. Together, we will focus on your goals to promote holistic well-being—physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Whether you're navigating life transitions, managing anxiety and stress, or recovering from PTSD, I bring specialized experience and commitment to help you thrive.
Life often brings unexpected obstacles that seem impossible to overcome on your own. My goal is to provide steadfast support, reminding you that you are not alone in facing these challenges. I warmly welcome clients from diverse backgrounds who seek a compassionate listener and a dedicated partner on their healing journey. Together, we will focus on your goals to promote holistic well-being—physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Whether you're navigating life transitions, managing anxiety and stress, or recovering from PTSD, I bring specialized experience and commitment to help you thrive.
Silver Lining Counseling
Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, MASTERS, RMFT-I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33813
I offer therapy sessions in person, online, or by phone.
I graduated from Palm Beach Atlantic University with a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Counseling. I have worked with numerous clients of all ages and backgrounds. My counseling experience includes pre-marital, marital, and couples counseling. Additionally, I have worked with adults and children facing various levels of trauma in their past and present lives. One aspect of counseling where I am particularly effective is collaborating with families that have children, both individually and collectively, to create a more cohesive family unit.
I offer therapy sessions in person, online, or by phone.
I graduated from Palm Beach Atlantic University with a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Counseling. I have worked with numerous clients of all ages and backgrounds. My counseling experience includes pre-marital, marital, and couples counseling. Additionally, I have worked with adults and children facing various levels of trauma in their past and present lives. One aspect of counseling where I am particularly effective is collaborating with families that have children, both individually and collectively, to create a more cohesive family unit.
Sandra Richards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33813
I believe that people have the strength and the resources they need to live the life they want, but sometimes they need guidance and support along the way. I work with clients with diverse socioeconomic, ethnic, religious and sexual orientation backgrounds.
I believe that people have the strength and the resources they need to live the life they want, but sometimes they need guidance and support along the way. I work with clients with diverse socioeconomic, ethnic, religious and sexual orientation backgrounds.
Leslie Carolina Melendez-Hill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33815
I am Leslie "Carolina" Melendez-Hill I offer therapy session in-person or on-line.
Carolina has worked with preteens, adolescents, and adults dealing with depression, anxiety, addiction, and trauma in an individual therapy setting. She has experience with individuals struggling with addiction during her internship in her undergraduate program—Carolina co-led individual and group sessions under the supervision of an LCSW.
I am Leslie "Carolina" Melendez-Hill I offer therapy session in-person or on-line.
Carolina has worked with preteens, adolescents, and adults dealing with depression, anxiety, addiction, and trauma in an individual therapy setting. She has experience with individuals struggling with addiction during her internship in her undergraduate program—Carolina co-led individual and group sessions under the supervision of an LCSW.
Gina Claxton - Qualified Lcsw Supervisor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEAP
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33815
Hey there! My name is Gina Claxton and I have been working as a counselor/therapist for over 10 years. I work in private practice and I am also a professor at a local university where I help graduate students become counselors themselves. My counseling style is warm, client-focused and non-judgmental. I aim to create a comfortable and safe space for my clients, where they can express themselves without fear of being judged. The three populations I enjoy working with most are couples, adolescents, and young adults dealing with anxiety and depression, and family therapy.
Hey there! My name is Gina Claxton and I have been working as a counselor/therapist for over 10 years. I work in private practice and I am also a professor at a local university where I help graduate students become counselors themselves. My counseling style is warm, client-focused and non-judgmental. I aim to create a comfortable and safe space for my clients, where they can express themselves without fear of being judged. The three populations I enjoy working with most are couples, adolescents, and young adults dealing with anxiety and depression, and family therapy.
Kate has been in practice since 1973. During this time she has integrated many approaches: cognitive/ behavioral, mindfulness, ego state, hypnosis, EDMR, brainspotting, art, and neuroscience based therapies. Her methods are especially helpful for symptoms of trauma, anxiety, grief, interpersonal, and family problems. It is her pleasure to help patients discover the resources they have within to manage life's challenges. She is a certified supervisor for licensure.
Kate has been in practice since 1973. During this time she has integrated many approaches: cognitive/ behavioral, mindfulness, ego state, hypnosis, EDMR, brainspotting, art, and neuroscience based therapies. Her methods are especially helpful for symptoms of trauma, anxiety, grief, interpersonal, and family problems. It is her pleasure to help patients discover the resources they have within to manage life's challenges. She is a certified supervisor for licensure.
Life's challenges can be overwhelming when you're facing them alone. I'm here to really listen, to be supportive, and to help you find practical and/or creative solutions to what brings you to therapy.
Life's challenges can be overwhelming when you're facing them alone. I'm here to really listen, to be supportive, and to help you find practical and/or creative solutions to what brings you to therapy.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in Florida with six years of professional work experience. I am also registered with the state of Florida as a Mental Health Counselor. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship issues, family conflict, anger management, grief, ADHD, self-esteem, career difficulties, intimacy issues, & depression. I am trained in Trauma-Focused CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Moral Recognition Therapy, and EMDR.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in Florida with six years of professional work experience. I am also registered with the state of Florida as a Mental Health Counselor. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship issues, family conflict, anger management, grief, ADHD, self-esteem, career difficulties, intimacy issues, & depression. I am trained in Trauma-Focused CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Moral Recognition Therapy, and EMDR.
I offer telehealth and in person sessions on weekday evenings and Sundays.
My clients typically feel stuck and want to see the situation through a lens of hope. I love helping people, couples, and polycules see their strengths and work their way out of their struggles to a better life! I can't make bad things stop happening in life, but I can help guide my clients to healthy coping skills and new perspectives to get them to a life worth living. I have a passion for working with the LGBT+, ENM/Polyamorous, minority, and Kink communities. I am proficient in helping with issues related to trauma. I especially love to help empower the oppressed and the people who are made to feel "less than."
I offer telehealth and in person sessions on weekday evenings and Sundays.
My clients typically feel stuck and want to see the situation through a lens of hope. I love helping people, couples, and polycules see their strengths and work their way out of their struggles to a better life! I can't make bad things stop happening in life, but I can help guide my clients to healthy coping skills and new perspectives to get them to a life worth living. I have a passion for working with the LGBT+, ENM/Polyamorous, minority, and Kink communities. I am proficient in helping with issues related to trauma. I especially love to help empower the oppressed and the people who are made to feel "less than."
I offer in person or virtual sessions weekdays in the afternoons and evenings.
I believe wholeness consists of 4 intertwined areas of health: spiritual, mental, emotional and physical. My desire is to assist you in achieving and thriving at your greatest potential. What is keeping you from being who you were designed to be? Maybe you've hit a few bumps in the road and have lost your footing or your path. Maybe its a lot of bumps, or maybe they are hills or even mountains. It is in those seasons we need a fresh set of eyes, renewed inspiration, and motivational encouragement to help us get back on track.
I offer in person or virtual sessions weekdays in the afternoons and evenings.
I believe wholeness consists of 4 intertwined areas of health: spiritual, mental, emotional and physical. My desire is to assist you in achieving and thriving at your greatest potential. What is keeping you from being who you were designed to be? Maybe you've hit a few bumps in the road and have lost your footing or your path. Maybe its a lot of bumps, or maybe they are hills or even mountains. It is in those seasons we need a fresh set of eyes, renewed inspiration, and motivational encouragement to help us get back on track.
Meet Our In Person Therapists
Carmen H. Smith
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, RMHCI
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33803
Welcome! I am so thrilled you are here. As a dedicated mental health professional, specializing in play therapy, I work with toddlers, children, adolescents, and teens to help them tackle tough situations. My approach is rooted in understanding the unique developmental stages and emotional needs of children, allowing me to foster a safe and supportive environment where they can navigate their emotions. Utilizing evidence-based practices, I help young ones develop essential coping skills and resilience. My passion lies in collaborating with families to support each child's unique journey and celebrate their victories along the way.
Welcome! I am so thrilled you are here. As a dedicated mental health professional, specializing in play therapy, I work with toddlers, children, adolescents, and teens to help them tackle tough situations. My approach is rooted in understanding the unique developmental stages and emotional needs of children, allowing me to foster a safe and supportive environment where they can navigate their emotions. Utilizing evidence-based practices, I help young ones develop essential coping skills and resilience. My passion lies in collaborating with families to support each child's unique journey and celebrate their victories along the way.
Testing for Gifted, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD) / Academic Problems, Attentional Concerns or Hyperactivity / ADHD, and School Readiness are assessments completed by Crossroads Assessment Center. We aid parents with the initial phase in improving learning disparities their children may be experiencing in the school and in th home environments. This is accomplished by assisting parents in recognizing and understanding the cause for their children's difficulty through the administering of assessment measures that target specific areas based on the nature and needs of each individual child.
Testing for Gifted, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD) / Academic Problems, Attentional Concerns or Hyperactivity / ADHD, and School Readiness are assessments completed by Crossroads Assessment Center. We aid parents with the initial phase in improving learning disparities their children may be experiencing in the school and in th home environments. This is accomplished by assisting parents in recognizing and understanding the cause for their children's difficulty through the administering of assessment measures that target specific areas based on the nature and needs of each individual child.
Couples! How did things get this bad? There was a time when you both could talk about anything. You connected so profoundly that the thought of having trouble communicating was laughable. But things have changed, and you're at an impasse. Now, every attempt at communication about what matters most leads to useless fighting or icy silences. When you’re together, you still feel desperately alone. You don’t recognize the person your partner has become. Even worse, you don’t like who this relationship has made you become. You aren’t ready to give up, but you know that things can't continue like this. You’re ready for help.
Couples! How did things get this bad? There was a time when you both could talk about anything. You connected so profoundly that the thought of having trouble communicating was laughable. But things have changed, and you're at an impasse. Now, every attempt at communication about what matters most leads to useless fighting or icy silences. When you’re together, you still feel desperately alone. You don’t recognize the person your partner has become. Even worse, you don’t like who this relationship has made you become. You aren’t ready to give up, but you know that things can't continue like this. You’re ready for help.
I offer therapy sessions in-person, or online via simplepractice telehealth video.
My ideal client is a client who is willing to make active changes to their goals. I love working with trauma, grief, narcissistic abuse recovery, and emotional/relational needs.
I offer therapy sessions in-person, or online via simplepractice telehealth video.
My ideal client is a client who is willing to make active changes to their goals. I love working with trauma, grief, narcissistic abuse recovery, and emotional/relational needs.
I am available to connect and provide counseling in person and online.
Our modern culture sets an accelerated external rhythm, As a therapist, I have observed that this rhythm has contributed to higher levels of stress, which has fueled increasing levels of depression, anxiety and loss of connection in relationship. Symptoms may include shortness of breath, racing thoughts, panic, burnout, loneliness and isolation. Using a framework of CBT, I partner with individuals to help them challenge negative messages of worry and self-doubt. In working with couples my goal is to help create emotional intimacy and maturity in relationship. I collaborate with clients in developing growth and optimal functioning.
I am available to connect and provide counseling in person and online.
Our modern culture sets an accelerated external rhythm, As a therapist, I have observed that this rhythm has contributed to higher levels of stress, which has fueled increasing levels of depression, anxiety and loss of connection in relationship. Symptoms may include shortness of breath, racing thoughts, panic, burnout, loneliness and isolation. Using a framework of CBT, I partner with individuals to help them challenge negative messages of worry and self-doubt. In working with couples my goal is to help create emotional intimacy and maturity in relationship. I collaborate with clients in developing growth and optimal functioning.
Loving yourself is not about being self-centered; It's about being CENTERED IN SELF.
Loving yourself is not about being self-centered; It's about being CENTERED IN SELF.
Cheryl Fellas, LMHC Cheryl Fellas is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida who has been practicing since 2005. She has a Master's Degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University with a specialization in Family. Cheryl believes everyone has it in them a way to get healthier, but sometimes they need help and guidance. She uses a combination of cognitive behavioral, dialectical, and trauma-informed care to help them find ways to cope and heal from what has been going on in their lives.
Cheryl Fellas, LMHC Cheryl Fellas is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida who has been practicing since 2005. She has a Master's Degree in Professional Counseling from Liberty University with a specialization in Family. Cheryl believes everyone has it in them a way to get healthier, but sometimes they need help and guidance. She uses a combination of cognitive behavioral, dialectical, and trauma-informed care to help them find ways to cope and heal from what has been going on in their lives.
Rebecca Elliott
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, MSW, RCSWI
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33813
I am available to fit the needs of clients online and in person!
Hi There! Finding a therapist can an exciting and overwhelming event; but starting the search is the first steps to creating the life you desire to have.
My Name is Rebecca, I am a Registered Clinical Social Work Intern who is passinate about about helping children and adults navigate the many changes that can come within our lives. This can include adjustment concerns, such as life transitions, new schools/jobs or relationships, as well as emotional behavioral struggles such as stress, anger, depression, anxiety or ADHD.
I am available to fit the needs of clients online and in person!
Hi There! Finding a therapist can an exciting and overwhelming event; but starting the search is the first steps to creating the life you desire to have.
My Name is Rebecca, I am a Registered Clinical Social Work Intern who is passinate about about helping children and adults navigate the many changes that can come within our lives. This can include adjustment concerns, such as life transitions, new schools/jobs or relationships, as well as emotional behavioral struggles such as stress, anger, depression, anxiety or ADHD.
If you're ready to make positive changes, process trauma and achieve greater quality of life, you’re in the right place. I would love to walk alongside with you on your journey to better mental health, greater relationships and healthy coping. We all face hardships, but we have the choice to redirect the pain and learn how to be renewed and transformed even amidst our trials.
If you're ready to make positive changes, process trauma and achieve greater quality of life, you’re in the right place. I would love to walk alongside with you on your journey to better mental health, greater relationships and healthy coping. We all face hardships, but we have the choice to redirect the pain and learn how to be renewed and transformed even amidst our trials.
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