Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Polk County, FL
Supporting and empowering others in any way I can is my passion! I cater to most forms of mental health need with my expertise most notably with depression, anxiety, panic, PTSD, bipolar, and ADHD. I have the most experience with domestic abuse, substance use, and women's issues. I truly honor the therapeutic alliance that lays the foundation to a collaboration effort where true healing and trust can occur. This allows for deep, impactful healing modalities to be utilized and for an authentic interaction to manifest into higher thinking, as well as guiding clients to attain a growth mindset for long term positive change.
Supporting and empowering others in any way I can is my passion! I cater to most forms of mental health need with my expertise most notably with depression, anxiety, panic, PTSD, bipolar, and ADHD. I have the most experience with domestic abuse, substance use, and women's issues. I truly honor the therapeutic alliance that lays the foundation to a collaboration effort where true healing and trust can occur. This allows for deep, impactful healing modalities to be utilized and for an authentic interaction to manifest into higher thinking, as well as guiding clients to attain a growth mindset for long term positive change.
Carmen H. Smith
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, RMHCI
3 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33803
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! I am so thrilled you are here. As a dedicated mental health professional, specializing in play therapy, I work with toddlers, children, adolescents, and teens to help them tackle tough situations. My approach is rooted in understanding the unique developmental stages and emotional needs of children, allowing me to foster a safe and supportive environment where they can navigate their emotions. Utilizing evidence-based practices, I help young ones develop essential coping skills and resilience. My passion lies in collaborating with families to support each child's unique journey and celebrate their victories along the way.
Welcome! I am so thrilled you are here. As a dedicated mental health professional, specializing in play therapy, I work with toddlers, children, adolescents, and teens to help them tackle tough situations. My approach is rooted in understanding the unique developmental stages and emotional needs of children, allowing me to foster a safe and supportive environment where they can navigate their emotions. Utilizing evidence-based practices, I help young ones develop essential coping skills and resilience. My passion lies in collaborating with families to support each child's unique journey and celebrate their victories along the way.
Congratulations, you are in the right place to feel understood! I am passionate about helping my clients find their inner strengths seeking solutions to build their toolbox of coping strategies to manage life. Are you struggling with feeling lost and alone, being not motivated, trying to repair a relationship, grieving a loved one, or finding yourself in a season of transition, such as moving from parenting children to taking on a caretaker role for an elderly parent? Reach out: I am available for In-person sessions in Lakeland, FL with Atala Counseling and offer Telehealth sessions in Lake Wales, FL from my home office.
Congratulations, you are in the right place to feel understood! I am passionate about helping my clients find their inner strengths seeking solutions to build their toolbox of coping strategies to manage life. Are you struggling with feeling lost and alone, being not motivated, trying to repair a relationship, grieving a loved one, or finding yourself in a season of transition, such as moving from parenting children to taking on a caretaker role for an elderly parent? Reach out: I am available for In-person sessions in Lakeland, FL with Atala Counseling and offer Telehealth sessions in Lake Wales, FL from my home office.
Navigating the complexities of women's lives isn't something you can learn from a manual—there's no foolproof guidebook for handling the challenges of high school, the transition into motherhood, or the many stages in between. During your teenage years, you're discovering who you are, and as you enter adulthood, it can feel like a constant struggle to hold onto that identity amidst the demands of school, family, and career. It's all too easy to lose yourself in the pressure, expectations, and noise that society places on women.
Navigating the complexities of women's lives isn't something you can learn from a manual—there's no foolproof guidebook for handling the challenges of high school, the transition into motherhood, or the many stages in between. During your teenage years, you're discovering who you are, and as you enter adulthood, it can feel like a constant struggle to hold onto that identity amidst the demands of school, family, and career. It's all too easy to lose yourself in the pressure, expectations, and noise that society places on women.
Elysian Life Coaching and Counseling Services
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern
2 Endorsed
Winter Haven, FL 33880
I get it. It’s midnight and you’re here—searching for help, trying to make sense of the pain and silence you’ve carried for far too long. Whether you're a woman in uniform, a mother navigating life post-incarceration, or both—your story is real. As a woman who served in both the military and federal law enforcement, I understand what it means to survive in systems built to break you. I also know the pain of having no one to turn to who truly understands. You’ve carried the guilt, the grief, the trauma—and still, you rise. But you shouldn’t have to rise alone.
I get it. It’s midnight and you’re here—searching for help, trying to make sense of the pain and silence you’ve carried for far too long. Whether you're a woman in uniform, a mother navigating life post-incarceration, or both—your story is real. As a woman who served in both the military and federal law enforcement, I understand what it means to survive in systems built to break you. I also know the pain of having no one to turn to who truly understands. You’ve carried the guilt, the grief, the trauma—and still, you rise. But you shouldn’t have to rise alone.
Hello! My name is Anna. I am a trauma-informed therapist and an artist at heart. My passion is working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds who have experienced trauma and its multifaceted effects, including anxiety, self-esteem issues, depression, dissociation, and somatic symptoms.
Hello! My name is Anna. I am a trauma-informed therapist and an artist at heart. My passion is working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds who have experienced trauma and its multifaceted effects, including anxiety, self-esteem issues, depression, dissociation, and somatic symptoms.
My name is Annette Howard, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Florida and working remotely with clients in Florida and North Carolina via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in stress, anxiety, and grief/loss, using techniques of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to help my clients confront those negative thoughts and start feeling better. I have found that my approach and skills are a good fit for adults who may be dealing with challenges of life transitions. This often shows up in the form of anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship conflicts.
My name is Annette Howard, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Florida and working remotely with clients in Florida and North Carolina via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in stress, anxiety, and grief/loss, using techniques of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to help my clients confront those negative thoughts and start feeling better. I have found that my approach and skills are a good fit for adults who may be dealing with challenges of life transitions. This often shows up in the form of anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship conflicts.
Feel like there's no one there to listen or like no one will care about what you're going through? Maybe talking to your friends or family is not an option, so you keep holding on to the hurt and the anger. This could lead to feelings of sadness, lack of motivation, sleep trouble, anxiety, etc. Perhaps you think that if you see a therapist, s/he may be judgmental. As an experienced therapist, I've had the honor of working with many clients, who usually view me as non-judgmental, caring, and emphatic. Let this be your time to tell your story.
Feel like there's no one there to listen or like no one will care about what you're going through? Maybe talking to your friends or family is not an option, so you keep holding on to the hurt and the anger. This could lead to feelings of sadness, lack of motivation, sleep trouble, anxiety, etc. Perhaps you think that if you see a therapist, s/he may be judgmental. As an experienced therapist, I've had the honor of working with many clients, who usually view me as non-judgmental, caring, and emphatic. Let this be your time to tell your story.
Hi! My name is Bianke Gadsden, I am a licensed clinical social worker and dedicated clinician for the clients I serve. I have extensive experience treating clients in various settings and all walks of life. I specialize in depression, anxiety, and adjustment to stressors in life. I enjoy working with clients who are motivated by change but may have difficulty getting there. Using evidence-based best practices, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, I help my clients gain self-awareness, reduce negative symptoms and improve coping skills.
Hi! My name is Bianke Gadsden, I am a licensed clinical social worker and dedicated clinician for the clients I serve. I have extensive experience treating clients in various settings and all walks of life. I specialize in depression, anxiety, and adjustment to stressors in life. I enjoy working with clients who are motivated by change but may have difficulty getting there. Using evidence-based best practices, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, I help my clients gain self-awareness, reduce negative symptoms and improve coping skills.
I was born and raised in Miami, FL. I currently live in the Central Florida area. I am also a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have been in the mental health field for over 25 years. I am passionate about helping others in and outside of my profession. I believe that therapy is a collaborative approach. The client works in collaboration with the therapist to help find solutions. Theoretical approaches are based on the needs of the individual. I specialize in the Solution-Focused approach. I believe in a collaborative approach.
I was born and raised in Miami, FL. I currently live in the Central Florida area. I am also a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have been in the mental health field for over 25 years. I am passionate about helping others in and outside of my profession. I believe that therapy is a collaborative approach. The client works in collaboration with the therapist to help find solutions. Theoretical approaches are based on the needs of the individual. I specialize in the Solution-Focused approach. I believe in a collaborative approach.
I am originally from Chicago and I have called Florida home for over 20 years. I believe that everyone is capable of greatness if they can only get the direction and chance that they need. "A journey of a thousand miles begins with one step". To me this means that no matter where you have started in life and whatever challenge that you are facing, you are not stuck and you can achieve things that you may not have been able to imagine.
I am originally from Chicago and I have called Florida home for over 20 years. I believe that everyone is capable of greatness if they can only get the direction and chance that they need. "A journey of a thousand miles begins with one step". To me this means that no matter where you have started in life and whatever challenge that you are facing, you are not stuck and you can achieve things that you may not have been able to imagine.
Reaching out for support is a step in the right direction towards a happy and healthy lifestyle. You may find yourself not able to handle life stressors the way you would like to. Together, we can work through these challenges you have been facing, allowing you to regain control of your life. You are ready to make this leap for yourself, and I look forward to helping you through this process.
Reaching out for support is a step in the right direction towards a happy and healthy lifestyle. You may find yourself not able to handle life stressors the way you would like to. Together, we can work through these challenges you have been facing, allowing you to regain control of your life. You are ready to make this leap for yourself, and I look forward to helping you through this process.
I am a licensed mental health counselor with seven years of clinical experience. I have helped individuals and minors work through trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, divorce care, adjustment concerns, career changes, and many other challenges. Some treatment methods I have used are Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Relational, Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Expressive Arts, and Motivational Interviewing. I believe that together we can identify what you need to live a more fulfilled life.
I am a licensed mental health counselor with seven years of clinical experience. I have helped individuals and minors work through trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, divorce care, adjustment concerns, career changes, and many other challenges. Some treatment methods I have used are Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Relational, Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Expressive Arts, and Motivational Interviewing. I believe that together we can identify what you need to live a more fulfilled life.
Jonathan Pawson LMHC. My typical treatment plan involves a collaborative, personalized approach, focusing on your unique needs, values, and goals. I work with a wide range of clients, each presenting unique experiences and challenges. My primary areas of specialty lie in treating various forms of trauma disorders, such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Complex-PTSD, and Acute Stress Disorder. Additionally, I am proficient in working with clients dealing with attachment issues, both adults and children.
Jonathan Pawson LMHC. My typical treatment plan involves a collaborative, personalized approach, focusing on your unique needs, values, and goals. I work with a wide range of clients, each presenting unique experiences and challenges. My primary areas of specialty lie in treating various forms of trauma disorders, such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Complex-PTSD, and Acute Stress Disorder. Additionally, I am proficient in working with clients dealing with attachment issues, both adults and children.
As a couple and family therapist, I'm passionate about helping people address all types of relational problems. These can look different for different people, but they include anything that negatively impacts you or how you interact with the people in your life. I believe the stories we tell ourselves have a very powerful impact on our lives and how we see the world. Many times, those stories end up holding us back in some way. I guide the therapy process as you change those narratives to be more in line with the life you want to live. My goal is to help people create a life where they feel empowered, courageous, and authentic.
As a couple and family therapist, I'm passionate about helping people address all types of relational problems. These can look different for different people, but they include anything that negatively impacts you or how you interact with the people in your life. I believe the stories we tell ourselves have a very powerful impact on our lives and how we see the world. Many times, those stories end up holding us back in some way. I guide the therapy process as you change those narratives to be more in line with the life you want to live. My goal is to help people create a life where they feel empowered, courageous, and authentic.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Addiction Professional, and Qualified Supervisor. I have over 20 years of counseling experience working with diverse populations including at-risk youth, and juvenile delinquents, and over the past several years, I have worked mostly in adult substance abuse treatment. I also identify with and specialize in working with LGBT persons. I am skilled at treating anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, and career and relationship issues as well.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Addiction Professional, and Qualified Supervisor. I have over 20 years of counseling experience working with diverse populations including at-risk youth, and juvenile delinquents, and over the past several years, I have worked mostly in adult substance abuse treatment. I also identify with and specialize in working with LGBT persons. I am skilled at treating anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, and career and relationship issues as well.
As a clinical psychologist, I provide psychological evaluations, therapy, and coaching. Having worked in private practice for over 10 years, I have expertise in diagnosing and treating people coping with stress and relationship concerns to those who are coping with treatment resistant depression, and people who are feeling the effects of significant psychological trauma and abuse on their current lives.
As a clinical psychologist, I provide psychological evaluations, therapy, and coaching. Having worked in private practice for over 10 years, I have expertise in diagnosing and treating people coping with stress and relationship concerns to those who are coping with treatment resistant depression, and people who are feeling the effects of significant psychological trauma and abuse on their current lives.
I encourage self-awareness, understanding, and acceptance of emotions while teaching you how to regulate them. I help you manage distress tolerance, learn effective communication, and how to create and maintain healthy boundaries. I believe that self-acceptance and self-love are key to a healthy self-esteem and a meaningful life. I combine psychotherapy with life skills, teaching you how to transition from maladaptive coping to effective coping skills.
I encourage self-awareness, understanding, and acceptance of emotions while teaching you how to regulate them. I help you manage distress tolerance, learn effective communication, and how to create and maintain healthy boundaries. I believe that self-acceptance and self-love are key to a healthy self-esteem and a meaningful life. I combine psychotherapy with life skills, teaching you how to transition from maladaptive coping to effective coping skills.
My name is Sidraya Bussie, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Jacksonville, FL, and working with Clients statewide via telehealth. I have worked in a variety of settings with Clients and populations providing specialty services in managing everyday challenges, life changes, mental health conditions, etc. I believe in taking a collaborative, holistic, and cognitive approach to counseling, but specifically to what fits the Client’s needs to help alleviate any discrepancies, increase motivation, and find purpose and balance in their life during a journey to self-healing.
My name is Sidraya Bussie, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Jacksonville, FL, and working with Clients statewide via telehealth. I have worked in a variety of settings with Clients and populations providing specialty services in managing everyday challenges, life changes, mental health conditions, etc. I believe in taking a collaborative, holistic, and cognitive approach to counseling, but specifically to what fits the Client’s needs to help alleviate any discrepancies, increase motivation, and find purpose and balance in their life during a journey to self-healing.
My name is Grace Moran and I am a Licensed Mental Health and Rehabilitation Counselor with 20 years of experience working with adults, children, couples and families with a wide variety of mental health concerns and needs. I also have specialized experience in treating trauma-based mental illnesses and injuries and have provided mental health and vocational rehabilitation services to many agencies including the local foster care system, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and domestic violence, and sexual violence agencies. My therapeutic approach matches specific diagnoses and gold standard treatments for those diagnoses.
My name is Grace Moran and I am a Licensed Mental Health and Rehabilitation Counselor with 20 years of experience working with adults, children, couples and families with a wide variety of mental health concerns and needs. I also have specialized experience in treating trauma-based mental illnesses and injuries and have provided mental health and vocational rehabilitation services to many agencies including the local foster care system, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and domestic violence, and sexual violence agencies. My therapeutic approach matches specific diagnoses and gold standard treatments for those diagnoses.
