Photo of Matthew Anthony Fahy, MA, LMHC, Counselor
Matthew Anthony Fahy
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pinellas Park, FL 33781
Now accepting new clients (children, teens and adults). Everyone is different and the treatments are too. I specialize in finding what works best and keeping it interesting, so you want to keep making changes. I love using insightful and creative therapy approaches supported by research. Data always matters. You will have access to various treatment options such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy and more. In short, I prefer to use treatments that are shown to be beneficial in scientific reviews. Join me during one of my therapeutic role play games groups.
Now accepting new clients (children, teens and adults). Everyone is different and the treatments are too. I specialize in finding what works best and keeping it interesting, so you want to keep making changes. I love using insightful and creative therapy approaches supported by research. Data always matters. You will have access to various treatment options such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy and more. In short, I prefer to use treatments that are shown to be beneficial in scientific reviews. Join me during one of my therapeutic role play games groups.
(727) 202-5539 View (727) 202-5539

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Adam Horwitz
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Saint Petersburg, FL 33713
I am currently accepting new clients with a wide variety of goals and circumstances. I aim to create a partnership to help unlock your potential, overcome challenges, strive for success, and manage difficult situations/negative life experiences. Every individual is extremely valuable, unique, and deserving of the support necessary to have a good quality of life, peace, and satisfaction. Frequently the biggest obstacles lie within, and my goal is to enable you to free yourself from problematic thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that you may strive for your ideal version of yourself.
I am currently accepting new clients with a wide variety of goals and circumstances. I aim to create a partnership to help unlock your potential, overcome challenges, strive for success, and manage difficult situations/negative life experiences. Every individual is extremely valuable, unique, and deserving of the support necessary to have a good quality of life, peace, and satisfaction. Frequently the biggest obstacles lie within, and my goal is to enable you to free yourself from problematic thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that you may strive for your ideal version of yourself.
(813) 567-8211 View (813) 567-8211
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Michael Tyler Ramos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
Saint Petersburg, FL 33707  (Online Only)
I use a diverse range of therapeutic approaches, including EMDR, psychodynamic, relational, harm reduction, motivational interviewing, solution-focused, and family systems therapy. I also incorporate somatic experiencing and fitness to enhance body awareness. My expertise lies in complex Trauma and identity-related Trauma, such as Racial/ ethnic, cultural, gender, and sexual orientation.
I use a diverse range of therapeutic approaches, including EMDR, psychodynamic, relational, harm reduction, motivational interviewing, solution-focused, and family systems therapy. I also incorporate somatic experiencing and fitness to enhance body awareness. My expertise lies in complex Trauma and identity-related Trauma, such as Racial/ ethnic, cultural, gender, and sexual orientation.
(267) 702-4426 View (267) 702-4426
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Vincent Espinoza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701  (Online Only)
Are you a motivated male adolescent or adult exploring your gender identity, sexual identity, and relationships? I'm Vincent, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a trauma-informed approach. I'm dedicated to integrating all aspects of your identity in your path toward healing and self-love. My focus includes supporting LGBTQ+, kink/BDSM practitioners, and survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual trauma. Trained in different therapies, I combine my LGBTQ+ and multiethnic identity experiences to offer shame-free, personalized therapy.
Are you a motivated male adolescent or adult exploring your gender identity, sexual identity, and relationships? I'm Vincent, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a trauma-informed approach. I'm dedicated to integrating all aspects of your identity in your path toward healing and self-love. My focus includes supporting LGBTQ+, kink/BDSM practitioners, and survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual trauma. Trained in different therapies, I combine my LGBTQ+ and multiethnic identity experiences to offer shame-free, personalized therapy.
(727) 761-8672 View (727) 761-8672
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Roger Pawlak
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the great state of Florida with 13 years of professional counseling experience. I have experience helping clients, couples, and families with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, and anger management. I believe that you are the expert of your life story and that you have the strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support and empower you in that journey.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the great state of Florida with 13 years of professional counseling experience. I have experience helping clients, couples, and families with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, and anger management. I believe that you are the expert of your life story and that you have the strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support and empower you in that journey.
(305) 842-3116 View (305) 842-3116
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Justin McClain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
Are hard times triggering a past traumatic event? Are you so distracted by anxiety that it feels like you can’t think straight? Are you angry at the people you love most? I have years of experience helping people through those “I don’t know what to do” moments. From everyday stressors to traumatic events -- things are going to cause us to feel anxious, depressed, or angry. Feelings are real. I have years of experience and specialized training in helping people overcome traumatic events and families working through behavior challenges after an adoption.
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(727) 235-6856 x2 View (727) 235-6856 x2
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Joseph Choy
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702  (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, depressed, anxious or alone? Are you having trouble coping with life’s stressors, chronic health issues, having relationship conflicts, or plagued with unsettling thoughts, feelings and behaviors? Often times these difficult experiences stem from a lack of awareness and disharmony in our lives and not having the tools, strategies and guidance to help us overcome our problems.
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(415) 226-4096 View (415) 226-4096
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Eric W Danielson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702
I am Eric Danielson. I specialize in working with male or female individuals, couples, and leading men’s groups. I am passionate in helping you overcome past and current trauma to find freedom and feel like yourself again. I am invested in breaking you free from anxiety and PTSD symptoms that have been stealing your joy. I will give you the tools to help you quiet the mental chatter so you can regain your ability to connect with your loved ones and thrive in your career. I am here to help you live the life you want to live; no longer bound by self-destructive patterns, stuck in habits and addictions that have controlled your life.
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Dr. John Berg
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701  (Online Only)
Life seems to have gotten harder than ever over the last few years. It's hard to know who to turn to when mood issues, depression, anxiety or PTSD hijack your life. As a board-certified, licensed clinical psychologist, I've spent nearly 15 years helping people recover from challenging mental health conditions. I've dedicated my career to help individuals of all genders recover from trauma. As an evidence-based mental health treatment expert, I also specialize in treating serious cases of depression, anxiety and OCD. I currently have an opening for one new patient.
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Zachary Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Saint Petersburg, FL 33709
I am Zachary Moore, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I was trained by the US Army Medical Command Center and School with specifics on CBT/REBT and solution-focused therapy. I absolutely appreciate your understanding of the therapeutic modalities that you prefer and hopefully find conducive to your personal therapy. I strive to engage children, adolescents, adults, Veterans, seniors, and families in a process of healing and growth that celebrates their individuality, identifies all barriers to quality of life, mitigates those barriers, and challenges each participant to live to their utmost potential.
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Brendon Solomon
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
Welcome! I strive to work with you towards achieving your goals together, which could range from processing grief, trauma, relationship issues, substance use/abuse, & significant life changes to learning coping strategies for time/stress-management, anxiety, depression, PTSD, & relapse prevention. I provide an open, genuine, & non-judgmental approach where I tend to ask questions that explore/challenge/clarify your beliefs further, uncover the root(s) of what brought you to therapy, & assist in developing coping strategies.
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(727) 496-8245 View (727) 496-8245
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Stephen Hill
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Clearwater, FL 33756  (Online Only)
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(850) 930-9162 View (850) 930-9162
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Patrick Tully - Psychotherapist (CA / TX / FL)
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702
You are exhausted as you try to manage it all with your inner critic snapping at you. I help LGBTQIA+ people feel affirmed, and people in highly demanding careers. My style is warm and inviting. Figuring life out can be draining and anxiety can rise. Improve self-esteem as we navigate the journey together! I'm gay myself, so I understand how weird this world can feel. Let's work together to bring back a sense of ease and calm. You can learn how to deal with stress, overwhelm, and feelings of unease. Website: PatrickTullyTherapy.com
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(323) 819-0747 View (323) 819-0747
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Terrell Gunter
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Clearwater, FL 33756  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker in the state of South Carolina, having completed my Master of Social Work at the University of South Carolina. I have experience addressing a variety of challenges, including family and relationship problems, sexual abuse, PTSD, low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. Whether this is your first time in therapy or you've seen other counselors before, I understand that finding someone you can trust can be a difficult process. I encourage regular feedback to ensure that your needs are being met and to help you make continuous progress.
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker in the state of South Carolina, having completed my Master of Social Work at the University of South Carolina. I have experience addressing a variety of challenges, including family and relationship problems, sexual abuse, PTSD, low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. Whether this is your first time in therapy or you've seen other counselors before, I understand that finding someone you can trust can be a difficult process. I encourage regular feedback to ensure that your needs are being met and to help you make continuous progress.
(904) 644-1921 View (904) 644-1921
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Patrick Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clearwater, FL 33755
Patrick has more than eight years of experience in the mental health and addictions field, having worked in many different settings with diverse populations. Patrick is a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard and the U.S. Army, where he served multiple combat deployments. His areas of clinical expertise include: co-occurring disorders, trauma, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, male sexual trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse/addictions, anger management, crisis intervention, childhood issues, grief/loss, couples and families.
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Corey O'Connell
Counselor, MAC, MDiv, NBCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Tampa, FL 33624
Are you finding it difficult to make sense of your relationships, current symptoms, and past hurts? Are you experiencing triggers, flashbacks, disturbing dreams, or have dissociative episodes? Perhaps you have been part of a traumatic event, an abusive relationship, or have complex trauma from childhood. Are you looking for a counselor who treats their clients with professionalism, respect, communicates clearly, and who has specialized training in working with trauma? Together we can help you understand what you went through while creating a clear pathway to meaningful and lasting changes that uses your individual strengths.
Are you finding it difficult to make sense of your relationships, current symptoms, and past hurts? Are you experiencing triggers, flashbacks, disturbing dreams, or have dissociative episodes? Perhaps you have been part of a traumatic event, an abusive relationship, or have complex trauma from childhood. Are you looking for a counselor who treats their clients with professionalism, respect, communicates clearly, and who has specialized training in working with trauma? Together we can help you understand what you went through while creating a clear pathway to meaningful and lasting changes that uses your individual strengths.
(813) 640-4586 View (813) 640-4586
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Don Chamberlin
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Ocala, FL 34481
I have spent years working with individuals and helping them through addiction, trauma, anxiety and relationship troubles. Often co-occurring disorders such as codependency and depression live just under the surface and make it hard to sustain a life of meaning and purpose. When these issues are addressed, true healing is possible. I love to assist people in discovering their true self by working through their thoughts, feelings and behaviors.
I have spent years working with individuals and helping them through addiction, trauma, anxiety and relationship troubles. Often co-occurring disorders such as codependency and depression live just under the surface and make it hard to sustain a life of meaning and purpose. When these issues are addressed, true healing is possible. I love to assist people in discovering their true self by working through their thoughts, feelings and behaviors.
(561) 556-9102 View (561) 556-9102
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Charles A Castillo
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA, PhD, RMHCI
Verified Verified
Ruskin, FL 33573  (Online Only)
A therapist listens. There should be no judgement. The key to helping clients is to build a trusting relationship. Only when a trusted relationship is built can a client be helped. My approach to the counseling relationship is getting to the core of an onion or going over a painting. We will examine the painting together to see if something needs to be worked on. The clinician should provide tools that will be used to address the client's concerns long after the patient is discharged.
A therapist listens. There should be no judgement. The key to helping clients is to build a trusting relationship. Only when a trusted relationship is built can a client be helped. My approach to the counseling relationship is getting to the core of an onion or going over a painting. We will examine the painting together to see if something needs to be worked on. The clinician should provide tools that will be used to address the client's concerns long after the patient is discharged.
(813) 819-8969 View (813) 819-8969
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Lee Schlanger
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC, CCTP, MCAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34239
Lee Schlanger is a Florida State Licensed Mental Health Counselor currently living Sarasota, FL by way of New York City, NY. Lee has a passion for animals and doing anything outdoors, and is an avid sports fan. Lee has been working as a Mental Health Counselor since of 2016. Lee specializes in working with clients who are experiencing anxiety and depression as well as specializes in working with clients who have undergone grief, loss, and traumatic events, as well as substance abuse recovery, and more. Lee is also a Board Certified Tele-Mental Health Provider and specializes in Telehealth sessions and is Certified EMDR and Trauma.
Lee Schlanger is a Florida State Licensed Mental Health Counselor currently living Sarasota, FL by way of New York City, NY. Lee has a passion for animals and doing anything outdoors, and is an avid sports fan. Lee has been working as a Mental Health Counselor since of 2016. Lee specializes in working with clients who are experiencing anxiety and depression as well as specializes in working with clients who have undergone grief, loss, and traumatic events, as well as substance abuse recovery, and more. Lee is also a Board Certified Tele-Mental Health Provider and specializes in Telehealth sessions and is Certified EMDR and Trauma.
(941) 214-6132 View (941) 214-6132
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Aynzib Chowdhury
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, MFT, RCSWI
Verified Verified
Maitland, FL 32751
السَّلَامُ عَلَيْكُمْ وَرَحْمَةُ ٱللَّهِ وَبَرَكاتُهُ‎ “Peace be upon you.” Welcome to my practice as a Muslim POC integrative therapist. I bring a holistic approach which incorporate psychological principle with Islamic values & tradition. In Individual therapy we explore concerns relating to mood disorder, personality disorder, trauma or personal growth; through a cultural lens (specializing in East/South Asian & Middle Eastern culture). In Couple Counseling, we address infidelity concerns, communication challenges, intimacy issues & cultural differences with a focus on promoting love, understanding, and compassion.
السَّلَامُ عَلَيْكُمْ وَرَحْمَةُ ٱللَّهِ وَبَرَكاتُهُ‎ “Peace be upon you.” Welcome to my practice as a Muslim POC integrative therapist. I bring a holistic approach which incorporate psychological principle with Islamic values & tradition. In Individual therapy we explore concerns relating to mood disorder, personality disorder, trauma or personal growth; through a cultural lens (specializing in East/South Asian & Middle Eastern culture). In Couple Counseling, we address infidelity concerns, communication challenges, intimacy issues & cultural differences with a focus on promoting love, understanding, and compassion.
(407) 565-9893 View (407) 565-9893

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Cognitive Processing (CPT) Therapists

How does cognitive processing therapy work?

A CPT therapist helps a client evaluate their thoughts about the trauma they experienced, focusing on maladaptive or self-blaming thoughts that can exacerbate symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, or depression. The therapist will work with a client to help them learn to challenge such thoughts and consider different perspectives. The therapist is also likely to ask a client to work on these techniques at home between meetings, such as writing an account of their trauma that can be read aloud during a future session.

What is cognitive processing therapy for PTSD?

Cognitive processing therapy (CPT) is a form of cognitive-behavioral therapy primarily used in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to treat individuals who experienced abuse or violence, who survived natural disasters, who were first responders to such incidents, or who otherwise experienced trauma.

How long does cognitive processing therapy last?

CPT is a short-term therapy. Whether conducted one-on-one or in a group, a complete set of CPT sessions typically includes 12 weekly sessions, along with tasks for clients to complete at home, although this can vary depending on a client’s needs or a therapist’s particular treatment plan. Sessions typically last 60 or 90 minutes.

How effective is cognitive processing therapy?

A large body of research supports the use of CPT to treat people experiencing PTSD, finding it to be effective among different age groups, either in one-on-one therapy sessions or in a group therapy environment. Research suggests that although the initial sessions may be difficult, clients tend to begin to feel positive progress after the first few sessions, and that the benefits tend to last well after the therapy ends.