Therapists in Marco Island, FL

My ideal client aims to engage in an active partnership to build self-awareness and take action to make a change. I will give you feedback and challenge you, which is not everyone’s cup of tea! I work best with those suffering from anxiety, panic attacks, overwhelm, trauma, or emotional flooding. Many of my clients report that our work helped them shift from survival mode to a sense of thriving. I suggest homework; your progress is based on your willingness to practice. The ideal client for my strengths is someone who wants to learn and shift by discovering tangible skills and techniques they can use in their own lives.

My ideal client is seeking a therapist who can provide trauma-informed support, help them manage their anxiety and depression, and guide them on their journey towards healing and self-empowerment. They want a therapist who can offer validation, understanding, and practical tools to navigate the complexities of their trauma and mental health challenges. Their ultimate desire is to regain a sense of control, resilience, and fulfillment in their life.

My ideal client struggles with insecurities, fears, has low self- esteem, and difficulties to identify his or her strengths. He or she has fears, and anxieties, and create the worst possible case scenarios in his or her inner dialogue for situations that he or she finds threatening or challenging. Also my ideal client needs to identify strategies to better manage their time. My ideal client struggles with anxieties in his or her relationship, which could lead to codependency and anxious attachment patterns.

My ideal client may present with a variety of issues, but ultimately they are motivated to seek change and implement strategies discussed in therapy while in-between sessions. They strive to be open and vulnerable in sessions and are looking to be an active and collaborative part of their therapeutic journey. I believe that we are all experts on our own experience, and a client who is willing to provide feedback on what is working and what isn't can assist in helping them tailor the therapy experience to their individual needs.

There are times in all of our lives when we find it difficult to handle situations by ourselves. Sometimes we just cannot seem to find the right answers. Or perhaps even ask the right questions. This is where I come in. I have a passion for helping people achieve the life they have imagined for themselves. I want to establish a relationship with my clients based on mutual respect, honesty & open communication. My clients generally come from referrals from other clients and physicians.

It takes courage for a person to seek help. I treat each individual with the respect and dignity they deserve and work collaboratively with them. I am highly trained to assess, diagnose and treat a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, alcohol abuse, childhood trauma and phobias. I am certified in EMDR, which is very effective in addressing and resolving these issues. I am experienced in working with adolescents and young adults. I help families resolve conflict and divorce issues. My goal is to help clients understand what they need to do to gain control of their lives.

Are you depressed? Having anxious feelings? Have low self-esteem? Or just don't know what is wrong but need someone to talk to about it? I am here for you! I work with late teens and adults who are struggling with a variety of challenges - such as self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and OCD behaviors. I have an approach that most people respond to and also feel safe opening up with - Call today for your free 15 minute consultation today!

As a licensed psychologist, I help clients in individual counseling to gain awareness and understanding of their particular issue. From there options become available and are exercised. Through this process, change is achieved. This process will be different for each individual and each issue. The goal is to reduce distress and to turn things around so you are managing the issue/mood instead of it managing or arresting you. The types of issues I have expertise in are mood (especially anxiety and depression) disorders, relationship issues, self-esteem, grief/loss, family of origin issues, life changes and personal growth.

Project HELP works with dignity and compassion to ease the pain of those who have been affected by rape, violence, crime or loss of a loved one. Project HELP is a non-profit organization staffed by professional therapists, counselors and advocates committed to providing hope, empowerment, and healing to those affected by sexual violence, sudden death, and other crimes .

I work with individuals from adolescence through adulthood, and specialize in Health Psychology. I am most concerned with the psychological, behavioral, and cultural factors that contribute to health and wellness. I have been in private practice since 2014 and completed training in EMDR in 2016. Treating physical and emotional trauma is my primary focus, specifically in first responder populations.

Feeling safe, connected and content is the primary goal of any therapeutic alliance. With more than fifteen years of caring for those who are coping with trauma, family distress, anxiety, depression, adjustment to life transitions including adolescent milestones, women's issues, and other mental health maladies, you and Cicily will develop a personalized treatment plan. You will learn ways of coping to alleviate emotional distress and gain and improve feelings of self-worth and confidence.

Shore Counseling of Cape May Court House began in 2007 with the mission to provide counseling services to individuals, adolescents, couples and families. We strive to offer affordable treatment in a supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere where patients feel secure, connected and heard on their journey to healing. Together, our knowledgeable and compassionate team dedicates their extensive expertise to helping individuals overcome a wide array of issues.

It takes courage to reach out for help. Hope in the light at the end of the tunnel motivates us to face and walk through the darkness. We will be honored to assist your transformation through challenges towards healing, optimal functioning, and life fulfillment. If talk therapy has not helped you achieve your goals, or if you are ready for more intensive work, EMDR and sand tray therapy provide a deeper level of healing and are highly effective for trauma/PTSD and becoming un-stuck.

V. Colleen Carr, Ph.D. is a licensed Psychologist who has been in practice in the Naples and Fort Myers area for about 20 years. Confidentiality, caring and the highest professional standards are hallmarks of her practice. She draws upon her extensive experience and knowledge of differing theoretical approaches in her work with individuals, couples and families as well as adults, adolescents and elders. Problems addressed include, depression, post trauma, anxiety, and related behavioral disorders. She earned her undergraduate degree from Cornell University and her doctorate and master's degrees from the University of Southern Mississippi.

I received advanced training in mental health and adventure therapy. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral and EMDR therapies . I concentrate in the treatment of depression,anxiety, PTSD, personal growth, relationship issues, adjustment to life transition, grief, loss,and bipolar.I am an EMDR provider treating adult patients for relief from: trauma, abuse, anger, guilt, grief, anxiety, depression, PTSD and other emotional issues. I believe that the mind, body and spirit are important in promoting lasting wellness.

I specialize in helping people make sense of difficult situations in which they find themselves and are unsure of how to find their way out. This includes confusion from past traumas or adjustment to present circumstances. Some of these adjustments are from environmental pressures or biologically bases issues that need clarification and direction. Experience and the ability to listen carefully are two of my strengths, and two of the necessities of successful counseling. My fees are $125 per session. I do not see couples, but can refer to specialists.

We all want to feel connected, right? To feel we belong and are seen, understood, valued and accepted for who we are. Often, how we protect ourselves from our own fears and vulnerabilities keeps us from allowing others to really know who we are. We hide our tender hearts and limit our true selves, for fear of being hurt. However, in doing so, we live "small;" our lives and our relationships can become diminished, unsatisfying, and hopeless. Wouldn't you rather live in truth, shining your brightest light?

My philosophy is that "It takes courage to be happy. . . again." So many people will stay stuck in a life situation and before long, it starts to feel "comfortable" at least to the extent that it is either too scary or too difficult to try to make those necessary changes. Often, it takes the guidance of a trusted therapist to help one discover where, how, and why a person is stuck, to point out distorted thinking, and to help map a plan for progress towards a goal. My 25 years of experience in the field creates my philosophy and approach. Let's begin the journey.

Dr. Walters earned a Ph.D. in Psychology from The University of Northern Colorado and a Masters degree from the University of Alabama. During her education Dr. Walters completed a variety of training experiences including working in a drug rehabilitation center, public schools, the University Mental Health Clinic where she provided counseling to families, couples, individuals, and children. Dr. Walters also worked in the Neuropyschology Clinic providing neuropsychological assessment. She completed a dissertation titled Traumatic Brain Injury Self Report: Identifying the Relationship between Personality and Risk Taking Behavior.