Therapists for Adults in Live Oak, FL
Time management and adult ADHD are other specialties.
Prof Checkett has a wide knowledge base, taking an eclectic approach to therapy. He customizes sessions to fit each person individually drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative therapy, Gestalt and Jungian therapy. Also, Brief Therapy, based on the idea that most therapeutic progress occurs within 4 to 6 weeks.
Time management and adult ADHD are other specialties.
Prof Checkett has a wide knowledge base, taking an eclectic approach to therapy. He customizes sessions to fit each person individually drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative therapy, Gestalt and Jungian therapy. Also, Brief Therapy, based on the idea that most therapeutic progress occurs within 4 to 6 weeks.
I work with adults, couples, adolescents, children, and elders who may be experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, life transitions (pre-marital), adjustment disorders, grief and loss, stress, self-esteem, and relationship conflicts.
Clients are unique individuals that can grow, heal and change by learning new techniques to improve their health and well-being in all areas of their lives, including biological, psychological, social, and spiritual. Personal growth is facilitated by setting and working toward goals, assessing and building strengths in these areas to develop skills and resources that help them manage life challenges. As a professional, I work collaboratively with my clients in a safe and open environment to identify goals and work towards favorable resolutions.
I work with adults, couples, adolescents, children, and elders who may be experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, life transitions (pre-marital), adjustment disorders, grief and loss, stress, self-esteem, and relationship conflicts.
Clients are unique individuals that can grow, heal and change by learning new techniques to improve their health and well-being in all areas of their lives, including biological, psychological, social, and spiritual. Personal growth is facilitated by setting and working toward goals, assessing and building strengths in these areas to develop skills and resources that help them manage life challenges. As a professional, I work collaboratively with my clients in a safe and open environment to identify goals and work towards favorable resolutions.
Whether you are an exhausted adult looking for relief, a parent trying to help their teenager navigate a cruel world, or a young adult feeling stuck, you don’t have to carry this alone.
I help you heal, not just cope. I am trained in EMDR to help adults and teens process deep-rooted anxiety and burnout. I also utilize CBT for immediate, practical relief. For younger clients navigating learning struggles or feelings, I offer Play Therapy and Sand Tray therapy, meeting them exactly where they are through creative, healing expression.
Whether you are an exhausted adult looking for relief, a parent trying to help their teenager navigate a cruel world, or a young adult feeling stuck, you don’t have to carry this alone.
I help you heal, not just cope. I am trained in EMDR to help adults and teens process deep-rooted anxiety and burnout. I also utilize CBT for immediate, practical relief. For younger clients navigating learning struggles or feelings, I offer Play Therapy and Sand Tray therapy, meeting them exactly where they are through creative, healing expression.
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapist with many years of professional work experience. I attended Saint Leo University and gained my Master of Social Work Advanced Clinical Practice degree.
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapist with many years of professional work experience. I attended Saint Leo University and gained my Master of Social Work Advanced Clinical Practice degree.
I help adults navigate anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, grief, and low self-esteem.
Yes, I'm currently accepting new clients with prompt appointment availability. With over 20 years of experience, I help individuals navigate anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, grief, and other obstacles through personalized, affordable virtual therapy. My approach is warm, compassionate, and practical. I meet you where you are and work alongside you to achieve the goals that matter most to you. Life can feel overwhelming at times, but with a supportive, nonjudgmental space, honest reflection, and practical tools, we can move towards a more fulfilling life.
I help adults navigate anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, grief, and low self-esteem.
Yes, I'm currently accepting new clients with prompt appointment availability. With over 20 years of experience, I help individuals navigate anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, grief, and other obstacles through personalized, affordable virtual therapy. My approach is warm, compassionate, and practical. I meet you where you are and work alongside you to achieve the goals that matter most to you. Life can feel overwhelming at times, but with a supportive, nonjudgmental space, honest reflection, and practical tools, we can move towards a more fulfilling life.
You Want Something to Change. I Help You Make That Happen.
Hi, I’m Kemi Bakare—licensed therapist, deep listener, and someone who’s genuinely invested in helping you move forward.
You don’t need someone to nod and take notes. You need someone who can sit with your story, help you make sense of it, and challenge you (with care) to build the kind of life or relationship you actually want.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who are done spinning their wheels. You might be stuck in old patterns, burned out by miscommunication, or simply tired of carrying so much on your own.
You Want Something to Change. I Help You Make That Happen.
Hi, I’m Kemi Bakare—licensed therapist, deep listener, and someone who’s genuinely invested in helping you move forward.
You don’t need someone to nod and take notes. You need someone who can sit with your story, help you make sense of it, and challenge you (with care) to build the kind of life or relationship you actually want.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who are done spinning their wheels. You might be stuck in old patterns, burned out by miscommunication, or simply tired of carrying so much on your own.
I am an experienced LCSW and I have worked with different populations such as, Veterans, severely mentally ill adults, adolescents, young adults, and their families.
Are you struggling with overcoming constant challenges? Is there a person, place, or incident you have been carrying for a very long time? Are you ready for change? If you answered yes to any of those questions, you are in the right place. I offer online counseling & coaching on a secure HIPPA compliant telehealth platform.
I am an experienced LCSW and I have worked with different populations such as, Veterans, severely mentally ill adults, adolescents, young adults, and their families.
Are you struggling with overcoming constant challenges? Is there a person, place, or incident you have been carrying for a very long time? Are you ready for change? If you answered yes to any of those questions, you are in the right place. I offer online counseling & coaching on a secure HIPPA compliant telehealth platform.
I work with adults navigating addiction, trauma, anxiety, grief, and life transitions.
My approach is honest, supportive, and grounded in empathy. I use EMDR to help process trauma and loss, and I specialize in complex and complicated grief. In our sessions, we’ll explore your story, build tools for coping, and create space for growth and self-compassion. Together, we’ll work toward a life that feels calmer, stronger, and truly yours.
I work with adults navigating addiction, trauma, anxiety, grief, and life transitions.
My approach is honest, supportive, and grounded in empathy. I use EMDR to help process trauma and loss, and I specialize in complex and complicated grief. In our sessions, we’ll explore your story, build tools for coping, and create space for growth and self-compassion. Together, we’ll work toward a life that feels calmer, stronger, and truly yours.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Jesenia Minniefield, is a person-centered clinician specializing in guiding women, children and adolescents, and older adults through the ups and downs of life’s transitions.
Jesenia utilizes a mindful approach to encourage a comfortable experience for your first session. Together you will explore your reason for seeking services and identify your targeted goals. Treatment modalities are specific to the client she is working with and include components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing,
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Jesenia Minniefield, is a person-centered clinician specializing in guiding women, children and adolescents, and older adults through the ups and downs of life’s transitions.
Jesenia utilizes a mindful approach to encourage a comfortable experience for your first session. Together you will explore your reason for seeking services and identify your targeted goals. Treatment modalities are specific to the client she is working with and include components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing,
Dr. Brody has provided marriage and family therapy for over 35 years. He works with individuals, couples, families and children, and is a clinical member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy.
Dr. Brody has provided marriage and family therapy for over 35 years. He works with individuals, couples, families and children, and is a clinical member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy.
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Paraclete Counseling & Case Management of
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Lake City, FL 32055
Evening & Weekend Sessions Available!
Life can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to face it alone. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), my mission is simple: to walk alongside you through life’s challenges and empower you to heal, grow, and thrive. Whether you’re navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship or family conflict, or simply seeking clarity and inner peace, I’m here to support you.
I am a licensed provider with Grow Therapy and Headway. Sessions may be scheduled through both portals. Each platform partners with different insurance providers, and I am credentialed under various insurance plans.
Evening & Weekend Sessions Available!
Life can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to face it alone. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), my mission is simple: to walk alongside you through life’s challenges and empower you to heal, grow, and thrive. Whether you’re navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship or family conflict, or simply seeking clarity and inner peace, I’m here to support you.
I am a licensed provider with Grow Therapy and Headway. Sessions may be scheduled through both portals. Each platform partners with different insurance providers, and I am credentialed under various insurance plans.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my mission is simple: to walk alongside you through life’s challenges and empower you to heal, grow, and thrive. Whether you’re working through trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship or family conflict, or simply seeking clarity and inner peace, I’m here to support you. I bring more than just clinical expertise—I bring compassion, authenticity, and a deep commitment to truly understanding what you’re going through.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my mission is simple: to walk alongside you through life’s challenges and empower you to heal, grow, and thrive. Whether you’re working through trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship or family conflict, or simply seeking clarity and inner peace, I’m here to support you. I bring more than just clinical expertise—I bring compassion, authenticity, and a deep commitment to truly understanding what you’re going through.
Welcome! In person sessions now offered! Insurance accepted. Please click the link below to create your profile for services. Mental health has been my passion for over 20 years. With a license in Florida and Virginia, I believe in providing accessibility to these services, to ALL who need it, not just who can afford it. When we have a healthy mind, we can achieve the overall well being that we are striving for. Many of us feel that we will "never get it right" or that we "are inherently flawed", creating a mindset of failure. Keeping that in mind, I approach each person with a realistic view that is personable and authentic.
Welcome! In person sessions now offered! Insurance accepted. Please click the link below to create your profile for services. Mental health has been my passion for over 20 years. With a license in Florida and Virginia, I believe in providing accessibility to these services, to ALL who need it, not just who can afford it. When we have a healthy mind, we can achieve the overall well being that we are striving for. Many of us feel that we will "never get it right" or that we "are inherently flawed", creating a mindset of failure. Keeping that in mind, I approach each person with a realistic view that is personable and authentic.
Serving Florida & Georgia in office and telehealth. Better Beginnings is Florida's premier practice specializing in mental health surrounding fertility, pregnancy, loss and early parenting years. Our levels of care include prenatal preparation, traditional weekly outpatient visits and Florida's first Mother/Baby Partial Hospitalization Program (an intensive, outpatient day program). We also serve those outside of the perinatal timeframe. All of our team have received additional training and education in working during the time of pregnancy and postpartum. We look forward to partnering with you in your care.
Serving Florida & Georgia in office and telehealth. Better Beginnings is Florida's premier practice specializing in mental health surrounding fertility, pregnancy, loss and early parenting years. Our levels of care include prenatal preparation, traditional weekly outpatient visits and Florida's first Mother/Baby Partial Hospitalization Program (an intensive, outpatient day program). We also serve those outside of the perinatal timeframe. All of our team have received additional training and education in working during the time of pregnancy and postpartum. We look forward to partnering with you in your care.
She has extensive experience working with children who have experienced severe trauma, as well as adults with developmental delays and mental health conditions such as schizophrenia.
Sandra Pennington, MA, LMHC
Sandra is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with five years of clinical experience supporting individuals and groups. Her diverse professional background — including 14 years in corrections, as well as work in healthcare and public education — has given her a unique perspective and the ability to connect with clients from all walks of life.
Sandra uses Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) along with an eclectic blend of evidence-based approaches to help clients heal, grow, and thrive.
She has extensive experience working with children who have experienced severe trauma, as well as adults with developmental delays and mental health conditions such as schizophrenia.
Sandra Pennington, MA, LMHC
Sandra is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with five years of clinical experience supporting individuals and groups. Her diverse professional background — including 14 years in corrections, as well as work in healthcare and public education — has given her a unique perspective and the ability to connect with clients from all walks of life.
Sandra uses Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) along with an eclectic blend of evidence-based approaches to help clients heal, grow, and thrive.
I have provided counseling services since 1983, and I am confident in my ability to help children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, anger, ADHD, and relationship challenges (including those related to ADHD).
We will begin with a review of your history and your current difficulties using interview, rating scales, and computerized testing to clarify your concerns and goals. We will use cognitive, behavioral, mindfulness, relaxation, and biofeedback strategies to help you solve your problems. In-house referrals for prescription of medications are available.
I have provided counseling services since 1983, and I am confident in my ability to help children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, anger, ADHD, and relationship challenges (including those related to ADHD).
We will begin with a review of your history and your current difficulties using interview, rating scales, and computerized testing to clarify your concerns and goals. We will use cognitive, behavioral, mindfulness, relaxation, and biofeedback strategies to help you solve your problems. In-house referrals for prescription of medications are available.
Our current political and economic climates give many causes for concern. It can affect daily life, such as work, home, school, and social circles, essentially taking the fun out of what was once pleasurable. The same things that DO seem to help can eventually cause more pain. Who can you talk to when no one is listening? It would be helpful to have someone to talk to who can be objective, non-judgmental, and open-minded...but who could that be? Hello, I'm Montavious. What sets me apart is an ear for listening, a guiding approach, and an interest in helping you to overcome these obstacles.
Our current political and economic climates give many causes for concern. It can affect daily life, such as work, home, school, and social circles, essentially taking the fun out of what was once pleasurable. The same things that DO seem to help can eventually cause more pain. Who can you talk to when no one is listening? It would be helpful to have someone to talk to who can be objective, non-judgmental, and open-minded...but who could that be? Hello, I'm Montavious. What sets me apart is an ear for listening, a guiding approach, and an interest in helping you to overcome these obstacles.
Specializes in conducting comprehensive psychological evaluations, counseling, and educational consultation services.
Specializes in conducting comprehensive psychological evaluations, counseling, and educational consultation services.
As a compassionate and open therapist, my goal is to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and supported. With decades of experience, I understand that healing looks different for everyone. My approach is both goal-directed and flexible—we will work together to identify what matters most to you and build a path forward at your own pace.
As a compassionate and open therapist, my goal is to create a space where you feel seen, heard, and supported. With decades of experience, I understand that healing looks different for everyone. My approach is both goal-directed and flexible—we will work together to identify what matters most to you and build a path forward at your own pace.
I have been in the profession of helping people for 36 years. It is my approach to treat the whole person not just the symptoms. In that regard we begin a process that resolves not only the symptoms they present to me, but returns to them the feeling of being alive and in command of their own lives in a fashion that allows them to have healthy relationships, function well in their jobs and work, and have a positive sense of themselves.
I have been in the profession of helping people for 36 years. It is my approach to treat the whole person not just the symptoms. In that regard we begin a process that resolves not only the symptoms they present to me, but returns to them the feeling of being alive and in command of their own lives in a fashion that allows them to have healthy relationships, function well in their jobs and work, and have a positive sense of themselves.
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Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioral therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists hold various licenses depending on their training and state requirements. Common therapy credentials include Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs). Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) receive additional doctoral-level training and may focus on assessments or more specialized therapeutic approaches. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.