Family Therapists in Polk County, FL

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Tampa Bay Ctr for Cognitive Behavior Therapy Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Thank you for your interest; I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Qualified Supervisor who has 40 years of experience working with the most seriously ill teens, adults and families in hospital, residential and Community Mental Health Center outpatient settings.
Intensively trained in DBT in 1998, implemented DBT in several settings and was the first Certified DBT Clinician in Florida. We provide adherent, evidence-based treatment. Our mission is to "improve the quality of life for individuals and their families by providing access to effective, evidence-based behavioral health treatment".
Thank you for your interest; I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Qualified Supervisor who has 40 years of experience working with the most seriously ill teens, adults and families in hospital, residential and Community Mental Health Center outpatient settings.
Intensively trained in DBT in 1998, implemented DBT in several settings and was the first Certified DBT Clinician in Florida. We provide adherent, evidence-based treatment. Our mission is to "improve the quality of life for individuals and their families by providing access to effective, evidence-based behavioral health treatment".
(813) 704-0946 View (813) 704-0946
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Adrian Marin
Counselor, LMHC
Online Only
My ideal clients may be navigating stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship or family difficulties, or academic and work pressures.
I use an integrative approach, drawing from CBT, DBT, ACT, and trauma-informed care to fit each client’s needs. I help individuals and families develop strategies to manage life’s challenges, enhance communication, and strengthen coping skills, empowering them to grow with greater confidence and purpose.
My ideal clients may be navigating stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship or family difficulties, or academic and work pressures.
I use an integrative approach, drawing from CBT, DBT, ACT, and trauma-informed care to fit each client’s needs. I help individuals and families develop strategies to manage life’s challenges, enhance communication, and strengthen coping skills, empowering them to grow with greater confidence and purpose.
(904) 892-8064 View (904) 892-8064
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Diana Bastidas Vallejo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Troubling life stressors, relationship issues, uncomfortable emotions and thoughts can all get in the way of you living your most authentic and fulfilling life. You don’t have to tackle these on your own. I can join you in building a more viable path towards healing and well-being. As a licensed clinical social worker, I specialize in working with anxiety, trauma, and reactions to stress. However, I also have extensive experience working with relationship issues, OCD, Depression, Eating Disorders and disordered eating patterns, and ADHD.
Troubling life stressors, relationship issues, uncomfortable emotions and thoughts can all get in the way of you living your most authentic and fulfilling life. You don’t have to tackle these on your own. I can join you in building a more viable path towards healing and well-being. As a licensed clinical social worker, I specialize in working with anxiety, trauma, and reactions to stress. However, I also have extensive experience working with relationship issues, OCD, Depression, Eating Disorders and disordered eating patterns, and ADHD.
(904) 454-8639 View (904) 454-8639
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Daimary Perez Leon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Hello/ Hola! Thanks for stopping by and congratulations on taking this first step; as it is often a powerful journey towards healing. Have you been feeling stuck or like you've been searching for answers to questions you just cannot find the answers to? Do you find yourself in the same unhealthy relationship patterns where you are left feeling like there just needs to be more to life? I get excited about helping people find their personal path of growth, healing and self-discovery.
Hello/ Hola! Thanks for stopping by and congratulations on taking this first step; as it is often a powerful journey towards healing. Have you been feeling stuck or like you've been searching for answers to questions you just cannot find the answers to? Do you find yourself in the same unhealthy relationship patterns where you are left feeling like there just needs to be more to life? I get excited about helping people find their personal path of growth, healing and self-discovery.
(813) 736-4472 View (813) 736-4472
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Jessica Gustafson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I also work with teens, adults, and families.
With a background in trauma-focused modalities such as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), I provide individualized, trauma informed care to help you or your child thrive.
I also work with teens, adults, and families.
With a background in trauma-focused modalities such as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), I provide individualized, trauma informed care to help you or your child thrive.
(469) 298-9449 View (469) 298-9449
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Diane M. Bethel
Counselor, LMHC, MCAP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Diane Bethel. I am a flawed person saved by grace interested in helping you become the best version of yourself that you have been designed to be. I have done my work, continue to do my work and now willing to help you in the capacity you need to be whole and healthy. I believe we never arrive; however, we remain on the axle ever evolving to find that balance in the universe. I have learned over the years you cannot keep what you have unless you are willing to be a blessing to others.
Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Diane Bethel. I am a flawed person saved by grace interested in helping you become the best version of yourself that you have been designed to be. I have done my work, continue to do my work and now willing to help you in the capacity you need to be whole and healthy. I believe we never arrive; however, we remain on the axle ever evolving to find that balance in the universe. I have learned over the years you cannot keep what you have unless you are willing to be a blessing to others.
(561) 468-3962 View (561) 468-3962
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Milca M. Journet Beltran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Hola! I’m Milca or MJ. I’m a Latina Clinical Social Worker/therapist specializing in supporting teens and adults facing challenges like anxiety, OCD, panic attacks, intrusive thoughts, self harm, trauma, PTSD, depression, ADHD, school/college stress, chronic conditions and life changes. I understand how though these challenges can be, the constant worry, intrusive thoughts and feelings of sadness. We'll work together using strategies such as CBT, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), mindfulness, self regulation and coping skills. I provide relatable, solution focused support to help you feel more confident and capable.
Hola! I’m Milca or MJ. I’m a Latina Clinical Social Worker/therapist specializing in supporting teens and adults facing challenges like anxiety, OCD, panic attacks, intrusive thoughts, self harm, trauma, PTSD, depression, ADHD, school/college stress, chronic conditions and life changes. I understand how though these challenges can be, the constant worry, intrusive thoughts and feelings of sadness. We'll work together using strategies such as CBT, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), mindfulness, self regulation and coping skills. I provide relatable, solution focused support to help you feel more confident and capable.
(321) 450-8756 View (321) 450-8756
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Jennifer Franco
Counselor, CMHC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a licensed therapist at Grandview Family Counseling, specializing in support for aviation professionals and therapists facing high-responsibility roles.
I am also licensed in Florida and Nevada. I only offer online sessions for those outside of Utah.
I am a licensed therapist at Grandview Family Counseling, specializing in support for aviation professionals and therapists facing high-responsibility roles.
I am also licensed in Florida and Nevada. I only offer online sessions for those outside of Utah.
(385) 293-3357 View (385) 293-3357
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Karina Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I provide therapy that is both compassionate and grounded in real-world healing. I work with young adults and adults who may be navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, or major life transitions that feel overwhelming or difficult to manage alone. My clinical approach is warm, collaborative, and individualized. I draw from EMDR, DBT-informed therapy, and somatic-based interventions to support both emotional processing and practical skill-building. My goal is not to rush your process, but to meet you where you are and help you make sense of what you’re carrying in a way that feels safe, structured, and supp
I provide therapy that is both compassionate and grounded in real-world healing. I work with young adults and adults who may be navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, or major life transitions that feel overwhelming or difficult to manage alone. My clinical approach is warm, collaborative, and individualized. I draw from EMDR, DBT-informed therapy, and somatic-based interventions to support both emotional processing and practical skill-building. My goal is not to rush your process, but to meet you where you are and help you make sense of what you’re carrying in a way that feels safe, structured, and supp
(561) 728-1483 View (561) 728-1483
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Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Serves Area
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
(813) 328-5772 View (813) 328-5772
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Patrick N. Argiro
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Serves Area
Patrick Argiro's passion is helping people with trauma and grief. Initially he started down this path to help himself while helping others by studying the field of mental health. He wants happiness and to prosper for himself and for others.
Patrick Argiro's passion is helping people with trauma and grief. Initially he started down this path to help himself while helping others by studying the field of mental health. He wants happiness and to prosper for himself and for others.
(786) 526-0421 View (786) 526-0421
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Danielle Ficka-Farrar
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, RMFTI
7 Endorsed
Online Only
Anxiety, emotional overwhelm, self-doubt, or identity shifts may show up alongside challenges in relationships with partners, family members, or yourself.
Therapy focuses on understanding why patterns repeat and how to change them in ways that feel grounded and sustainable. Using a systemic, attachment-based approach, support is provided to individuals, couples, and families in strengthening communication, building emotional safety, increasing self-trust, and creating healthier relational dynamics.
Anxiety, emotional overwhelm, self-doubt, or identity shifts may show up alongside challenges in relationships with partners, family members, or yourself.
Therapy focuses on understanding why patterns repeat and how to change them in ways that feel grounded and sustainable. Using a systemic, attachment-based approach, support is provided to individuals, couples, and families in strengthening communication, building emotional safety, increasing self-trust, and creating healthier relational dynamics.
(352) 825-0639 View (352) 825-0639
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Suzanne LoCicero Blount
Counselor, LMHC
3 Endorsed
Online Only
You may feel overwhelmed, stuck in self-doubt, or caught in relationship patterns that leave you questioning yourself. I provide a calm, compassionate space where you can explore your experiences without judgment. Together we’ll work to settle your nervous system, understand the patterns that keep you stuck, and help you reconnect with your values, voice, and sense of direction.
You may feel overwhelmed, stuck in self-doubt, or caught in relationship patterns that leave you questioning yourself. I provide a calm, compassionate space where you can explore your experiences without judgment. Together we’ll work to settle your nervous system, understand the patterns that keep you stuck, and help you reconnect with your values, voice, and sense of direction.
(813) 430-4193 View (813) 430-4193
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Erin Lorenzen
Counselor, LMHC
Online Only
I’m so glad that we found each other! My mission is to help alleviate the weight of your current stressors, assist in processing past experiences, and guide you in developing the new skills and practices that will illuminate your path forward. My approach to therapy is integrative, drawing from various models and methods to tailor the treatment to your unique needs. I employ techniques that encourage you to identify patterns of behavior and observe how you relate to yourself and others.
I’m so glad that we found each other! My mission is to help alleviate the weight of your current stressors, assist in processing past experiences, and guide you in developing the new skills and practices that will illuminate your path forward. My approach to therapy is integrative, drawing from various models and methods to tailor the treatment to your unique needs. I employ techniques that encourage you to identify patterns of behavior and observe how you relate to yourself and others.
(352) 776-1274 View (352) 776-1274
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Dr. Michael Pilcher
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LPC, CADC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
You want more than just feeling better - you want to create a better life for yourself and those you love. The problem is that you're stuck. You've tried everything you can think of, and you still feel bad - spiritually, emotionally, and physically. If anxiety, panic, sadness, lack of motivation, frustration, anger, or confusion weren't standing in your way, can you imagine what you would do next? If you were willing to have that difficult conversation with your loved one without fearing it'll end in a blow-up or shut-down, could life be better?
You want more than just feeling better - you want to create a better life for yourself and those you love. The problem is that you're stuck. You've tried everything you can think of, and you still feel bad - spiritually, emotionally, and physically. If anxiety, panic, sadness, lack of motivation, frustration, anger, or confusion weren't standing in your way, can you imagine what you would do next? If you were willing to have that difficult conversation with your loved one without fearing it'll end in a blow-up or shut-down, could life be better?
(386) 204-3360 View (386) 204-3360
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Tiffany Ally
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MAL
Online Only
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling like they're working twice as hard just to keep up. Whether they're navigating ADHD, Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), chronic illness, relationship stress, burnout, life transitions, or the challenges that can come with perimenopause, they often feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or disconnected from themselves. I work with adolescents and adults of all genders, helping them understand their patterns, build practical tools, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling like they're working twice as hard just to keep up. Whether they're navigating ADHD, Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), chronic illness, relationship stress, burnout, life transitions, or the challenges that can come with perimenopause, they often feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or disconnected from themselves. I work with adolescents and adults of all genders, helping them understand their patterns, build practical tools, and create meaningful, lasting change.
(863) 334-3076 View (863) 334-3076
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Shane Michael McDonald
Counselor, MS, LMHC, CPC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Shane is well versed in a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, anger management, grief, trauma, addictions, self-esteem issues, premarital counseling, and marriage and family counseling to include blended- families, divorce recovery, infidelity, and parenting issues.
Shane makes it his life’s purpose to witness inner-healing and a genuine life transformation in clients through their counseling and coaching experience. Shane has seen that spiritual wisdom partnered with practical and professional counseling skills can transform the whole-person and improve their quality of well-being.
Shane is well versed in a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, anger management, grief, trauma, addictions, self-esteem issues, premarital counseling, and marriage and family counseling to include blended- families, divorce recovery, infidelity, and parenting issues.
Shane makes it his life’s purpose to witness inner-healing and a genuine life transformation in clients through their counseling and coaching experience. Shane has seen that spiritual wisdom partnered with practical and professional counseling skills can transform the whole-person and improve their quality of well-being.
(321) 218-3474 View (321) 218-3474
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Juan Andres Lopez
Counselor, LMHC
Online Only
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor since 2010. I have been practicing Psychotherapy and Behavior Analysis for numerous years now where, I was able to acquire a lot of experience and knowledge working with children, adolescents and adults with a variety of diagnosis such as Trauma, Mood Disorders, Conduct Disorders, ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorders. My goal is to help others to process current life stressors or process the past, cope with the grief and loss of a loved one or find closure from painful and abusive relationships or empowerment to improve current relationships and have a sense of peace of mind or happy lifestyle.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor since 2010. I have been practicing Psychotherapy and Behavior Analysis for numerous years now where, I was able to acquire a lot of experience and knowledge working with children, adolescents and adults with a variety of diagnosis such as Trauma, Mood Disorders, Conduct Disorders, ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorders. My goal is to help others to process current life stressors or process the past, cope with the grief and loss of a loved one or find closure from painful and abusive relationships or empowerment to improve current relationships and have a sense of peace of mind or happy lifestyle.
(305) 528-9834 View (305) 528-9834
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Janelle E. Titus
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Serves Area
I am dedicated to working alongside young adults, college students, athletes, professionals, and executives who appear to have it all together on the outside but feel anxious, reactive, and emotionally drained on the inside. “I don’t look like what I’m going through.” With experience in intensive outpatient and inpatient settings, I have supported individuals facing depression, anxiety, PTSD, anger, aggression, suicidal thoughts, and self-injurious behaviors. Grounded in empathy and compassion, my approach helps clients manage intense emotions, strengthen coping skills, and achieve lasting emotional balance and personal growth.
I am dedicated to working alongside young adults, college students, athletes, professionals, and executives who appear to have it all together on the outside but feel anxious, reactive, and emotionally drained on the inside. “I don’t look like what I’m going through.” With experience in intensive outpatient and inpatient settings, I have supported individuals facing depression, anxiety, PTSD, anger, aggression, suicidal thoughts, and self-injurious behaviors. Grounded in empathy and compassion, my approach helps clients manage intense emotions, strengthen coping skills, and achieve lasting emotional balance and personal growth.
(754) 226-1120 View (754) 226-1120
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Jennifer Barber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with clients who are seeking help with anxiety, depression, trauma, life adjustments, & family.
I draw from DBT, CBT, the Nurtured Heart Approach, Mindfulness, and IFS/Gottman methods to help clients build awareness, emotional balance, and stronger relationships in a supportive and practical way. Also Licencesd in FLA, MA, & SC
I work with clients who are seeking help with anxiety, depression, trauma, life adjustments, & family.
I draw from DBT, CBT, the Nurtured Heart Approach, Mindfulness, and IFS/Gottman methods to help clients build awareness, emotional balance, and stronger relationships in a supportive and practical way. Also Licencesd in FLA, MA, & SC
(551) 296-1789 View (551) 296-1789

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