Female Therapists in Northdale, FL
Therapy for Anxiety/
Anxiety symptoms are on the rise for many reasons: personal, situational, work, relationship, environmental and brain wise. You may now be recognizing you have always had some level of anxiety symptoms or you have noticed recently you are simply struggling to navigate these new and unpleasant symptoms due to recent events. Life at times can be more complex to cope with than other times in your life.
So whether it is ongoing or situational you are not alone.
Anxiety has a mental component and a physical sensory component; you feel it.
In addition to traditional Cognitive talk therapy I also
Therapy for Anxiety/
Anxiety symptoms are on the rise for many reasons: personal, situational, work, relationship, environmental and brain wise. You may now be recognizing you have always had some level of anxiety symptoms or you have noticed recently you are simply struggling to navigate these new and unpleasant symptoms due to recent events. Life at times can be more complex to cope with than other times in your life.
So whether it is ongoing or situational you are not alone.
Anxiety has a mental component and a physical sensory component; you feel it.
In addition to traditional Cognitive talk therapy I also
Is your child or teen's anxiety, high sensitivity to everything and their constant worrying exhausting the whole family? I specialize in anxious, highly intelligent/gifted and highly sensitive children and teens.
I am an ADHD certified counselor as well. Many children with adhd struggle with anxiety, depression and social skills deficits.
Counseling in a Play Therapy setting is fun, relaxing and engaging for children of all ages.
I offer play therapy, art therapy techniques and sand tray as well.
The right time to start is now! Your child is not too young or too old to learn skills and tools for coping.
Is your child or teen's anxiety, high sensitivity to everything and their constant worrying exhausting the whole family? I specialize in anxious, highly intelligent/gifted and highly sensitive children and teens.
I am an ADHD certified counselor as well. Many children with adhd struggle with anxiety, depression and social skills deficits.
Counseling in a Play Therapy setting is fun, relaxing and engaging for children of all ages.
I offer play therapy, art therapy techniques and sand tray as well.
The right time to start is now! Your child is not too young or too old to learn skills and tools for coping.
Mary Virginia has clinical experience treating children in a large, multidisciplinary clinical setting, meeting a broad array of needs. MV collaborated with occupational therapists, physical therapists, and case managers to holistically support her clients. MV continues to subscribe to this comprehensive approach to treatment. Additionally, MV developed skills for addressing school-based issues through her work in a K-8 school, supporting students with various behavioral, social, and emotional issues. She has treated children with Autism, ADHD, physical/intellectual disabilities, and other conditions.
Mary Virginia has clinical experience treating children in a large, multidisciplinary clinical setting, meeting a broad array of needs. MV collaborated with occupational therapists, physical therapists, and case managers to holistically support her clients. MV continues to subscribe to this comprehensive approach to treatment. Additionally, MV developed skills for addressing school-based issues through her work in a K-8 school, supporting students with various behavioral, social, and emotional issues. She has treated children with Autism, ADHD, physical/intellectual disabilities, and other conditions.
Do you find yourself worrying about making mistakes or letting others down? Even when you're surrounded by people who care about you, do you sometimes feel alone? Perhaps you've thought these feelings were behind you, only to have them return when you least expect it. Our work together begins with the belief that you are already enough. I strive to create a safe, genuine, and welcoming space where you can explore your experiences, discover new perspectives, and grow at your own pace. Together, we'll focus on what matters most to you.
Do you find yourself worrying about making mistakes or letting others down? Even when you're surrounded by people who care about you, do you sometimes feel alone? Perhaps you've thought these feelings were behind you, only to have them return when you least expect it. Our work together begins with the belief that you are already enough. I strive to create a safe, genuine, and welcoming space where you can explore your experiences, discover new perspectives, and grow at your own pace. Together, we'll focus on what matters most to you.
My ideal client is a child or adolescent facing emotional, academic, or social challenges, such as anxiety, learning difficulties, or behavioral issues. They need emotional support, coping strategies, social skills development, and academic assistance. Their goal is to feel confident, manage emotions, improve relationships, and succeed in school. Parents want their child to thrive in a supportive environment, building resilience and self-esteem. My role is to support this process, offering support to both the child and the family to ensure long-term success and emotional well-being.
My ideal client is a child or adolescent facing emotional, academic, or social challenges, such as anxiety, learning difficulties, or behavioral issues. They need emotional support, coping strategies, social skills development, and academic assistance. Their goal is to feel confident, manage emotions, improve relationships, and succeed in school. Parents want their child to thrive in a supportive environment, building resilience and self-esteem. My role is to support this process, offering support to both the child and the family to ensure long-term success and emotional well-being.
Are you or your child experiencing a personal challenge or difficult situation and considering seeking therapy? I'm a seasoned professional who has worked with individuals of all ages to successfully provide the interventions and help needed. Whatever the issues you may be facing, the most important element is to feel heard and understood. Using a mix of compassion and humor, I work with clients who are feeling frustrated, anxious or are in crisis by offering skilled insight and strategies to foster personal growth and improvement.
Are you or your child experiencing a personal challenge or difficult situation and considering seeking therapy? I'm a seasoned professional who has worked with individuals of all ages to successfully provide the interventions and help needed. Whatever the issues you may be facing, the most important element is to feel heard and understood. Using a mix of compassion and humor, I work with clients who are feeling frustrated, anxious or are in crisis by offering skilled insight and strategies to foster personal growth and improvement.
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Do the memories of the past continue to haunt you in your present life? Is your mind and body in a constant state of fight-or-flight, leaving you feeling exhausted or empty? Are you looking to heal on a deeper, cellular level instead of just putting bandaid over symptoms? If so, you have come to a safe space! Having worked at various mental health and addiction centers in the past, I know firsthand how most healthcare models fail to address the root cause of different "disorders." My approach instead combines traditional therapies with evidence-based holistic interventions to help you heal symptoms at their core.
Do the memories of the past continue to haunt you in your present life? Is your mind and body in a constant state of fight-or-flight, leaving you feeling exhausted or empty? Are you looking to heal on a deeper, cellular level instead of just putting bandaid over symptoms? If so, you have come to a safe space! Having worked at various mental health and addiction centers in the past, I know firsthand how most healthcare models fail to address the root cause of different "disorders." My approach instead combines traditional therapies with evidence-based holistic interventions to help you heal symptoms at their core.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, life transitions, grief, and relationship challenges. Many feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from the life they want. Together, we address the concerns that brought you to therapy while exploring underlying patterns that may be contributing to them. My goal is to help you gain insight, develop practical coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change through a collaborative and supportive therapeutic relationship.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, life transitions, grief, and relationship challenges. Many feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from the life they want. Together, we address the concerns that brought you to therapy while exploring underlying patterns that may be contributing to them. My goal is to help you gain insight, develop practical coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change through a collaborative and supportive therapeutic relationship.
I support adults experiencing chronic stress, overwhelm, regret, and other emotional discomfort to navigate a new sense of ease, personal empowerment and authenticity leading to increased confidence and satisfaction. By exploring what has happened to you and choices made by you or others, we will collaboratively identify how you arrived where you are, and help you find a your personal power to make changes to feel less burdened, trapped, or obligated to the needs of others. Together, we tailor your therapeutic process to meet your needs with flexible structure to keep you on track in meeting your goals.
I support adults experiencing chronic stress, overwhelm, regret, and other emotional discomfort to navigate a new sense of ease, personal empowerment and authenticity leading to increased confidence and satisfaction. By exploring what has happened to you and choices made by you or others, we will collaboratively identify how you arrived where you are, and help you find a your personal power to make changes to feel less burdened, trapped, or obligated to the needs of others. Together, we tailor your therapeutic process to meet your needs with flexible structure to keep you on track in meeting your goals.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Master Hypnotherapist. I provide a safe, non judgmental and down to earth environment for my clients to express themselves. I offer individual, couple and family therapy. I assist my clients in developing new coping skills to deal with their presenting issues. I believe that developing new, healthy ways of thinking and living can lead to a healthy mind and body. I incorporate nutrition and exercise consultation as related to mental health.I specialize but not limited to depression, anxiety,relationship issues, grief, child/adolescent issues,and eating disorders. I am fluent in Spanish.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Master Hypnotherapist. I provide a safe, non judgmental and down to earth environment for my clients to express themselves. I offer individual, couple and family therapy. I assist my clients in developing new coping skills to deal with their presenting issues. I believe that developing new, healthy ways of thinking and living can lead to a healthy mind and body. I incorporate nutrition and exercise consultation as related to mental health.I specialize but not limited to depression, anxiety,relationship issues, grief, child/adolescent issues,and eating disorders. I am fluent in Spanish.
I am a caring Christian licensed therapist with biblical approaches and more than 22 years of experience in the field. My mission is to help you thrive by resetting, renewing your mind, and reviving the beautiful person God has created you to be. Your past and present adversities don't need to have the last word. With an effective counseling approach and therapeutic alliance, you and I can team up to tackle challenges, get empowered, and embark on your journey as a victor never a victim - Grâce à des approches thérapeutiques efficaces, je suis prête à vous aider cibler les problèmes et vivre en vainqueurs et jamais en victimes
I am a caring Christian licensed therapist with biblical approaches and more than 22 years of experience in the field. My mission is to help you thrive by resetting, renewing your mind, and reviving the beautiful person God has created you to be. Your past and present adversities don't need to have the last word. With an effective counseling approach and therapeutic alliance, you and I can team up to tackle challenges, get empowered, and embark on your journey as a victor never a victim - Grâce à des approches thérapeutiques efficaces, je suis prête à vous aider cibler les problèmes et vivre en vainqueurs et jamais en victimes
Hello! My name is Leanne Vaughan. I commend you for considering therapy and want to provide you with a quiet, safe place to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. We all have origin stories, old wounds that continue to hurt, and gaps between the way life is and the way we thought it would be. I won’t tell you to “just move on” or “get over it” when your past impedes on your present. Instead, you can expect me to walk alongside you on your journey to discovering who you are most meant to be, learning to receive gentle for your wounds, and living in the intersection of grace and truth.
Hello! My name is Leanne Vaughan. I commend you for considering therapy and want to provide you with a quiet, safe place to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. We all have origin stories, old wounds that continue to hurt, and gaps between the way life is and the way we thought it would be. I won’t tell you to “just move on” or “get over it” when your past impedes on your present. Instead, you can expect me to walk alongside you on your journey to discovering who you are most meant to be, learning to receive gentle for your wounds, and living in the intersection of grace and truth.
I started my professional training in psychology in 1988, earning three masters and a doctorate degree. My training has focused extensively on working with adults and children in out-patient, in-patient and residential settings. I have served as an adjunct faculty at Argosy University and conducted workshops to facilitate awareness of mental health issues . I have worked with QTC Medical group - a group through the Department of Veterans Affairs, to provide psychological services to our veterans.
I started my professional training in psychology in 1988, earning three masters and a doctorate degree. My training has focused extensively on working with adults and children in out-patient, in-patient and residential settings. I have served as an adjunct faculty at Argosy University and conducted workshops to facilitate awareness of mental health issues . I have worked with QTC Medical group - a group through the Department of Veterans Affairs, to provide psychological services to our veterans.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by your emotions? Have you been trying to handle everything on your own and are now ready for support?
You don’t have to face emotional challenges alone. With the right tools and guidance, meaningful change is possible.
I take a personalized approach, tailoring each session to meet your unique needs. My goal is to help you regain balance, build resilience, and feel more in control of your life.
From our very first session, we’ll begin working together in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment. You’ll not only gain insight, but also practical strategies and exercises you can apply in your everyday life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by your emotions? Have you been trying to handle everything on your own and are now ready for support?
You don’t have to face emotional challenges alone. With the right tools and guidance, meaningful change is possible.
I take a personalized approach, tailoring each session to meet your unique needs. My goal is to help you regain balance, build resilience, and feel more in control of your life.
From our very first session, we’ll begin working together in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment. You’ll not only gain insight, but also practical strategies and exercises you can apply in your everyday life.
I strongly believe that high quality therapy with a professional therapist is something that should be affordable and available to all people. I am a licensed clinical social worker with many years of training and experience. I have advanced training in EMDR which has proven to be the “gold standard” of treatment for trauma issues and post traumatic stress disorder. I am also certified in clinical telehealth (CTMH) and anxiety treatment (CCATP).If you are struggling to find your way or are looking to lead a happier, authentic life, I encourage you to take the first steps on your journey of moving in a positive direction.
I strongly believe that high quality therapy with a professional therapist is something that should be affordable and available to all people. I am a licensed clinical social worker with many years of training and experience. I have advanced training in EMDR which has proven to be the “gold standard” of treatment for trauma issues and post traumatic stress disorder. I am also certified in clinical telehealth (CTMH) and anxiety treatment (CCATP).If you are struggling to find your way or are looking to lead a happier, authentic life, I encourage you to take the first steps on your journey of moving in a positive direction.
Asha D Purohit
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP, MSW, MPH
1 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702
Waitlist for new clients
Emotions can be hard, life can be hard, dealing with trauma, depression and anxiety is hard, dealing with chronic pain is hard. So many things that we have to navigate in life can feel overwhelming and the struggle can feel unwinnable. You don’t have to do it alone! We can work together to make a plan for making sure you have the tools you need to deal with any situation that arises in life, the big and the small and everything in between. I am a compassionate understanding open minded person who approaches mental health treatment through a trauma informed lens.
Emotions can be hard, life can be hard, dealing with trauma, depression and anxiety is hard, dealing with chronic pain is hard. So many things that we have to navigate in life can feel overwhelming and the struggle can feel unwinnable. You don’t have to do it alone! We can work together to make a plan for making sure you have the tools you need to deal with any situation that arises in life, the big and the small and everything in between. I am a compassionate understanding open minded person who approaches mental health treatment through a trauma informed lens.
I am a licensed mental health counselor and certified advanced grief counseling specialist, dedicated to supporting individuals and families through life’s challenges. As a bilingual therapist (English and Spanish), I provide a culturally inclusive space where clients feel respected and understood. Throughout my career, I have worked with diverse populations, including individuals experiencing homelessness, those struggling with substance use, and clients facing anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship difficulties.
I am a licensed mental health counselor and certified advanced grief counseling specialist, dedicated to supporting individuals and families through life’s challenges. As a bilingual therapist (English and Spanish), I provide a culturally inclusive space where clients feel respected and understood. Throughout my career, I have worked with diverse populations, including individuals experiencing homelessness, those struggling with substance use, and clients facing anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship difficulties.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Florida. I received my Master's from Saint Leo University and have been in private practice since 2023. Prior to this I have worked in the mental health field for the last 8 years. I help clients of all ages, however work mostly with adolescent and young adults especially within the LGBTQ+ community.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Florida. I received my Master's from Saint Leo University and have been in private practice since 2023. Prior to this I have worked in the mental health field for the last 8 years. I help clients of all ages, however work mostly with adolescent and young adults especially within the LGBTQ+ community.
I am accepting new Tele-Therapy individuals & couples in Oregon and Florida. It takes a lot of courage to admit you need help. However, it's the first step. I am excited to work with a vast array of clients, including those in the LGBTQ+/BDSM/Kink/Consensual Non-Monogamy community and those with religious shame, veterans, & those with criminal & substance use histories. If you are seeking internal stability and grounding, I would love to help facilitate personal growth in a compassionate and safe environment. My goal is to help you move towards self-acceptance and away from shame.
I am accepting new Tele-Therapy individuals & couples in Oregon and Florida. It takes a lot of courage to admit you need help. However, it's the first step. I am excited to work with a vast array of clients, including those in the LGBTQ+/BDSM/Kink/Consensual Non-Monogamy community and those with religious shame, veterans, & those with criminal & substance use histories. If you are seeking internal stability and grounding, I would love to help facilitate personal growth in a compassionate and safe environment. My goal is to help you move towards self-acceptance and away from shame.
Welcome, my name is Robyn, and I have been working in mental health for 25 years helping children, individuals, families, and couples work through the challenges that come with life! Whether you are suffering from anxiety, depression, or any other mental health concern, you never have to be alone with it. I strive to support you to have build upon your own personal strengths to overcome life challenges to find happiness, joy and more fulfilling relationships.
Welcome, my name is Robyn, and I have been working in mental health for 25 years helping children, individuals, families, and couples work through the challenges that come with life! Whether you are suffering from anxiety, depression, or any other mental health concern, you never have to be alone with it. I strive to support you to have build upon your own personal strengths to overcome life challenges to find happiness, joy and more fulfilling relationships.
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether your therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with therapists of a specific gender. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.
What are the advantages of seeing a female therapist?
Many people - not just women - prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. Women who see a female therapist may also feel freer to discuss challenges that are closely tied to gender, such as life transitions including motherhood or menopause. Some clients who instinctively feel more comfortable disclosing to women may find it easier to broach sensitive subjects with a female therapist.The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Is therapy different for men and women?
Therapy can be different for men and women insofar as gender plays a role in the challenges an individual faces and the events in life an individual has experienced. Women often face different expectations from their families, friends, and society than men do. In some cases, women might feel most comfortable expressing themselves differently from how men do. Talking about one's feelings and emotions is a critical part of most therapies, and some women might find it comes more naturally when talking to a female therapist. Ultimately, though, therapeutic treatment should be tailored to the individual's specific needs.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK - even encouraged! - to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.