Trauma Focused Therapists in Polk County, FL

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Judith Geneus
Counselor, LMHC
Online Only
Are you struggling to trust yourself after betrayal or feeling stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns? You may feel anxious, emotionally drained, and unsure of who you are anymore. I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Christian who helps women heal from betrayal trauma, rebuild self-trust, and rediscover their identity. I specialize in relationship wounds, anxiety, and emotional healing, offering a compassionate, faith-integrated space where you can process, grow, and feel whole again.
Are you struggling to trust yourself after betrayal or feeling stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns? You may feel anxious, emotionally drained, and unsure of who you are anymore. I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Christian who helps women heal from betrayal trauma, rebuild self-trust, and rediscover their identity. I specialize in relationship wounds, anxiety, and emotional healing, offering a compassionate, faith-integrated space where you can process, grow, and feel whole again.
(727) 496-7886 View (727) 496-7886
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Hayley R. Maloy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
4 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33803
Navigating relationships in our generation can be difficult with social media & dating apps. It can feel draining when you are constantly second-guessing your place or that last conversation. If you are exhausted by repeated arguments and misunderstandings, it can feel like your relationships are a source of stress, rather than supportive and loving. I'm Hayley, I specialize in working with young women who are struggling with relationship issues, anxiety, and attachment wounds. I help my clients move beyond surface-level coping skills to address the deeper relationship patterns and attachment issues that keep them feeling stuck.
Navigating relationships in our generation can be difficult with social media & dating apps. It can feel draining when you are constantly second-guessing your place or that last conversation. If you are exhausted by repeated arguments and misunderstandings, it can feel like your relationships are a source of stress, rather than supportive and loving. I'm Hayley, I specialize in working with young women who are struggling with relationship issues, anxiety, and attachment wounds. I help my clients move beyond surface-level coping skills to address the deeper relationship patterns and attachment issues that keep them feeling stuck.
(813) 213-3226 View (813) 213-3226
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Nakita W. Scott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MA
2 Endorsed
Winter Haven, FL 33880
Christian Counseling; Trauma-Focused Narrative Therapy; Solution-Focused Therapy; Mindfulness-Based CBT; Child-Parent Psychotherapy
Have you experienced trauma or loss due to pregnancy or reproductive difficulties? Did you experience a traumatic birth or currently experiencing post-birth anxiety, depression, or excessive worry? Through grace, compassion, and trauma-informed care, I work with clients to develop goals for achieving a healthy sense of self, family and community.
Christian Counseling; Trauma-Focused Narrative Therapy; Solution-Focused Therapy; Mindfulness-Based CBT; Child-Parent Psychotherapy
Have you experienced trauma or loss due to pregnancy or reproductive difficulties? Did you experience a traumatic birth or currently experiencing post-birth anxiety, depression, or excessive worry? Through grace, compassion, and trauma-informed care, I work with clients to develop goals for achieving a healthy sense of self, family and community.
(863) 804-6209 View (863) 804-6209
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Tressa French
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Online Only
I envision a world where all people who have an earnest desire to heal and achieve wellness are able to access the help they need on their journey. I began my career specializing in working with children and adolescents. I have since expanded to working with adults and have experience in helping folks with a number of challenges including anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADHD, Autism spectrum disorders, childhood abuse, trauma, and PTSD. As a professional with over 19 years of experience, I do my best to assess not only the challenges, but also the unique strengths and abilities of my clients to give them the best experience possible.
I envision a world where all people who have an earnest desire to heal and achieve wellness are able to access the help they need on their journey. I began my career specializing in working with children and adolescents. I have since expanded to working with adults and have experience in helping folks with a number of challenges including anxiety, depression, bipolar, ADHD, Autism spectrum disorders, childhood abuse, trauma, and PTSD. As a professional with over 19 years of experience, I do my best to assess not only the challenges, but also the unique strengths and abilities of my clients to give them the best experience possible.
(863) 657-0986 View (863) 657-0986
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Callie Kvartek
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
7 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33813
Trained in EMDR and trauma-informed yoga, I bring a holistic approach to recovery, understanding of how life experiences shape the present. My goal is to support you in finding the healthiest version of your unique self, assisting you to identify and remove barriers while empowering you with tools and skills to change. I bring a nonjudgmental and flexible approach to counseling, using various modalities to meet each client’s needs. With experience working with a wide variety of concerns, I look forward to working with you individually or with your partner!
Trained in EMDR and trauma-informed yoga, I bring a holistic approach to recovery, understanding of how life experiences shape the present. My goal is to support you in finding the healthiest version of your unique self, assisting you to identify and remove barriers while empowering you with tools and skills to change. I bring a nonjudgmental and flexible approach to counseling, using various modalities to meet each client’s needs. With experience working with a wide variety of concerns, I look forward to working with you individually or with your partner!
(863) 563-5974 View (863) 563-5974
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Leah Isom
Counselor, LMHC
Online Only
Have you been searching for relief from an eating disorder, body image issues, depression, anxiety, or trauma? Are you overwhelmed by negative thoughts and wish you could feel at peace in your mind and your body? I'm here to encourage you as someone who has been there before that there is hope and healing is possible. Reaching out to ask for help is the first step towards reclaiming your life.
Have you been searching for relief from an eating disorder, body image issues, depression, anxiety, or trauma? Are you overwhelmed by negative thoughts and wish you could feel at peace in your mind and your body? I'm here to encourage you as someone who has been there before that there is hope and healing is possible. Reaching out to ask for help is the first step towards reclaiming your life.
(850) 809-8298 View (850) 809-8298
Laurie Esler
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, RMFTI
Online Only
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families who are hurting, feeling disconnected, or struggling to find their way through difficult seasons of life. Many come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by stress, conflict, anxiety, or relationship challenges and wanting to feel understood, supported, and closer to the people they love. I provide a warm, supportive space where clients can slow down, feel heard, and begin creating healthier patterns, stronger connections, and meaningful change.
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families who are hurting, feeling disconnected, or struggling to find their way through difficult seasons of life. Many come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by stress, conflict, anxiety, or relationship challenges and wanting to feel understood, supported, and closer to the people they love. I provide a warm, supportive space where clients can slow down, feel heard, and begin creating healthier patterns, stronger connections, and meaningful change.
(863) 328-3818 View (863) 328-3818
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Jennifer Targosz
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, RMHCI, MC
Lakeland, FL 33815
Are you navigating life changes, relationship challenges, anxiety, or depression? You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of your next step. You don’t have to face it alone. Healing is possible, and support can make the process feel less isolating. My therapeutic approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps identify patterns of thinking and behavior that may be contributing to distress. Together, we will explore what’s impacting your daily life and develop practical tools to create meaningful change. I work with individuals to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can process your experiences.
Are you navigating life changes, relationship challenges, anxiety, or depression? You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of your next step. You don’t have to face it alone. Healing is possible, and support can make the process feel less isolating. My therapeutic approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps identify patterns of thinking and behavior that may be contributing to distress. Together, we will explore what’s impacting your daily life and develop practical tools to create meaningful change. I work with individuals to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can process your experiences.
(863) 694-1423 View (863) 694-1423
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Sasha Velez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Hello! My passion is working with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, ADHD, emotional dysregulation, and relationship stress, especially when life feels overwhelming or emotions feel like they’re running the show. Some of my clients have referred to me as their “therapeutic auntie” — the one who’s warm, honest, validating, and will gently call you out when needed.
Hello! My passion is working with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, ADHD, emotional dysregulation, and relationship stress, especially when life feels overwhelming or emotions feel like they’re running the show. Some of my clients have referred to me as their “therapeutic auntie” — the one who’s warm, honest, validating, and will gently call you out when needed.
(321) 306-4686 View (321) 306-4686
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Teresa Harris, Psy.D., LMHC
Counselor, PsyD, LMHC
3 Endorsed
Online Only
There are times in our lives when things just don't seem to go according to plan. I believe everyone has the capacity to change the way they think and feel and to live the life they've dreamed of no matter what may be going on around us! Creating change requires support and experience on the part of the therapist. Through a process of empathy and understanding, I assist clients in creating positive changes in their lives. I provide a hope-inducing environment, which allows clients to feel comfortable as we create a customized plan to go from "feeling stuck" toward achieving personal goals and making positive, lasting changes!
There are times in our lives when things just don't seem to go according to plan. I believe everyone has the capacity to change the way they think and feel and to live the life they've dreamed of no matter what may be going on around us! Creating change requires support and experience on the part of the therapist. Through a process of empathy and understanding, I assist clients in creating positive changes in their lives. I provide a hope-inducing environment, which allows clients to feel comfortable as we create a customized plan to go from "feeling stuck" toward achieving personal goals and making positive, lasting changes!
(727) 496-5308 View (727) 496-5308
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Julianne Shabetai
Counselor, LMHC
Lakeland, FL 33805
Navigating anxiety, depression, and life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I specialize in working with teens and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and life stressors. Using a whole-person approach, I help my clients build practical tools to manage their emotions, gain clarity, and create meaningful change.
Navigating anxiety, depression, and life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I specialize in working with teens and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and life stressors. Using a whole-person approach, I help my clients build practical tools to manage their emotions, gain clarity, and create meaningful change.
(863) 250-7779 View (863) 250-7779
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Brent Stamey
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Winter Haven, FL 33880
Brent's calling and passion is to help people discover the fullness of what life is meant to be. Brent believes that God has a plan and purpose for every individual and family and that He gives us the gift and opportunity to co-author this epic story with Him. He has the ability to help clients become comfortable with themselves and the painful feelings that they may be carrying, in order to come to a place where they can deal with the past in order to change the future.
Brent's calling and passion is to help people discover the fullness of what life is meant to be. Brent believes that God has a plan and purpose for every individual and family and that He gives us the gift and opportunity to co-author this epic story with Him. He has the ability to help clients become comfortable with themselves and the painful feelings that they may be carrying, in order to come to a place where they can deal with the past in order to change the future.
(863) 703-0514 View (863) 703-0514
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Quinton Aaron Clawson
Counselor, LMHC, QS
3 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33801
Maya Angelou said, "there is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you". I seek to help my clients share their stories in a comfortable, non-judgmental, and safe environment so that they can process their experiences and find a path to a brighter tomorrow. I'm a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) and qualified supervisor (QS) in the state of Florida. I have vast experience in outpatient, inpatient, training, consulting, public speaking, and supervisory settings, and I have extensive training in various modalities such as EMDR.
Maya Angelou said, "there is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you". I seek to help my clients share their stories in a comfortable, non-judgmental, and safe environment so that they can process their experiences and find a path to a brighter tomorrow. I'm a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) and qualified supervisor (QS) in the state of Florida. I have vast experience in outpatient, inpatient, training, consulting, public speaking, and supervisory settings, and I have extensive training in various modalities such as EMDR.
(863) 349-3303 View (863) 349-3303
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Nadia C Baker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
1 Endorsed
Davenport, FL 33837
Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, or simply trying to manage the stress of everyday life. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable being yourself while working toward healing and growth. I use a blend of therapeutic approaches, including CBT, DBT, and Psychodynamic Therapy to help better understand clients emotions, build healthier coping skills, and create meaningful changes. I believe therapy should feel personal and collaborative, tailored to your unique experiences, goals, and needs.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, or simply trying to manage the stress of everyday life. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable being yourself while working toward healing and growth. I use a blend of therapeutic approaches, including CBT, DBT, and Psychodynamic Therapy to help better understand clients emotions, build healthier coping skills, and create meaningful changes. I believe therapy should feel personal and collaborative, tailored to your unique experiences, goals, and needs.
(863) 264-1468 View (863) 264-1468
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Trena L Mewborn
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Lakeland, FL 33801
Life in today’s world is a challenge for all of us at times. Knowing that we are not alone when we face these challenging circumstances can certainly help us access the courage it takes to navigate them more effectively. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Qualified Supervisor, my passion is to provide clients a safe place to focus on their journey toward growth and healing.
Life in today’s world is a challenge for all of us at times. Knowing that we are not alone when we face these challenging circumstances can certainly help us access the courage it takes to navigate them more effectively. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Qualified Supervisor, my passion is to provide clients a safe place to focus on their journey toward growth and healing.
(863) 622-7365 View (863) 622-7365
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Michael Trabulsy
Counselor, LMHC, AACH, NLP, RRT
Lakeland, FL 33801
I have been fortunate to have the majority of my referrals come through friends or family of prior clients. The passion I felt when entering the field of counseling 20 years ago, seems even greater today. More individuals and couples are genuinely motivated to seek deeper levels of understanding and self-awareness. Most behavior and thought patterns are learned early in our development. Many suffer due to repeated behavior and choices, involving friends, family, and relationships. Change in the choices we make, often results in positively altering the way we feel, perceive, and live life. Authentic change begins within oneself.
I have been fortunate to have the majority of my referrals come through friends or family of prior clients. The passion I felt when entering the field of counseling 20 years ago, seems even greater today. More individuals and couples are genuinely motivated to seek deeper levels of understanding and self-awareness. Most behavior and thought patterns are learned early in our development. Many suffer due to repeated behavior and choices, involving friends, family, and relationships. Change in the choices we make, often results in positively altering the way we feel, perceive, and live life. Authentic change begins within oneself.
(863) 880-2030 View (863) 880-2030
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Nicolette Dodd
Pre-Licensed Professional
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with individuals, couples, and families who feel stuck in patterns of conflict, disconnection, or miscommunication. Many are having the same arguments over and over, feeling unheard, or unsure how things got to this point. I also support clients navigating life transitions like becoming parents, adjusting to an empty nest, or trying to reconnect after years of distance. Together, we focus on understanding the cycle you’re in not blaming each other and creating new ways to communicate, rebuild connection, and move forward with clarity.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who feel stuck in patterns of conflict, disconnection, or miscommunication. Many are having the same arguments over and over, feeling unheard, or unsure how things got to this point. I also support clients navigating life transitions like becoming parents, adjusting to an empty nest, or trying to reconnect after years of distance. Together, we focus on understanding the cycle you’re in not blaming each other and creating new ways to communicate, rebuild connection, and move forward with clarity.
(863) 592-8960 View (863) 592-8960
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Pine Grove Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Christopher Grove, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Online Only
NO WAIT list. EMDR and IFS. You know the importance of finding someone who lets you take your time, respects your emotional development and upholds your dignity. I like showing up to every session with the patience and presence to ensure you experience those things. You also know that growth looks different for each of us. Your barriers as well as your strengths are uniquely yours. It is a difficult but deeply rewarding experience to learn about and accept those things about ourselves. I live for the joy and challenge of the discovery process.
NO WAIT list. EMDR and IFS. You know the importance of finding someone who lets you take your time, respects your emotional development and upholds your dignity. I like showing up to every session with the patience and presence to ensure you experience those things. You also know that growth looks different for each of us. Your barriers as well as your strengths are uniquely yours. It is a difficult but deeply rewarding experience to learn about and accept those things about ourselves. I live for the joy and challenge of the discovery process.
(407) 305-2629 View (407) 305-2629
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Carey Sempert
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Online Only
Using talk therapy and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), I help adults stuck in trauma, grief, or fear, and those with chronic stress, new or emerging health challenges, chronic pain or overwhelming life transitions find real solutions and symptom relief. Many of my clients are very capable people, including veterans, first responders, survivors of childhood abuse, overwhelmed new mothers, or hard workers now facing limiting health conditions. My style is warm, steady, and focused. I work best with motivated adults ready for real relief and open to a collaborative, goal‑oriented approach.
Using talk therapy and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), I help adults stuck in trauma, grief, or fear, and those with chronic stress, new or emerging health challenges, chronic pain or overwhelming life transitions find real solutions and symptom relief. Many of my clients are very capable people, including veterans, first responders, survivors of childhood abuse, overwhelmed new mothers, or hard workers now facing limiting health conditions. My style is warm, steady, and focused. I work best with motivated adults ready for real relief and open to a collaborative, goal‑oriented approach.
(863) 296-4726 View (863) 296-4726
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Mildred V Holmes
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LCPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Over 20 years experience as a clinical counselor helping diverse clients reach their personal and professional goals. I offer caring and compassionate counseling to adults, children and adolescents, couples and families who experience conflict and crisis in their lives. If you are feeling discouraged and/or in despair, we will work together to re-claim your self confidence and find happiness and hope.
Over 20 years experience as a clinical counselor helping diverse clients reach their personal and professional goals. I offer caring and compassionate counseling to adults, children and adolescents, couples and families who experience conflict and crisis in their lives. If you are feeling discouraged and/or in despair, we will work together to re-claim your self confidence and find happiness and hope.
(863) 456-7931 View (863) 456-7931

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