Therapists in Saint Johns, FL

Sometimes it just takes one conversation to start recognizing unhealthy patterns that are holding us back from achieving our goals. Once we get to the root causes of our discontent, we can begin the real work to create positive change. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, trauma, dysfunctional family patterns, marital stressors, or welcoming a new child- you are resilient and capable of creating the life you want. Contentment is possible if we are open to doing the work. Unfortunately, many of us lack the necessary support we need to be successful in this process.

Thank you for considering me to work as your therapist. I’d like to work collaboratively with you to assist in getting your life in harmony. I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor, Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Florida and a National Certified Counselor. I hold a doctorate degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Along with my formal educational training, I have 20 years of experience as a military officer with leadership, mentorship and counseling proficiency. My practice includes adolescents and adults, individual, couples and family therapy.

ONLY VIDEO & PHONE SESSIONS PROVIDED* Do you find yourself over thinking, over-reacting, procrastinating and or second guessing yourself? Has your inner critic taken control of your thought patterns making it difficult for you live your very best life? Beginning therapy means different things to different people, but it is often an action of courage, hope, self-care, and self-determination. I will provide you with a safe, non-judgmental space to process and work through unhealed emotional wounds so that you can experience mental wellness and feelings of connectedness to yourself and with others.

I specialize in individual, couples/family therapy, mental health counseling, parenting skills/techniques, self-harm, depression, anxiety, addiction, suicidal thoughts, self-esteem, aggression, coping strategies, personality disorders and more. I am available for counseling Monday - Thursday mornings, afternoons, and evenings, and Saturday mornings and afternoons. I also offer HIPAA compliant online counseling.

F.O.C.U.S. online counseling’s mission is to empower individuals so that they will be able to endure and sustain the challenges in the world by discovering their own resources within themselves, giving them the ability to have a balanced life. The synchronization of the body, mind and spirit brings good health and enables people to live productive lives. Good health encompasses harmony, joy, love and peace in all realms of the body, mind and spirit.

Life is difficult. If you are here, chances are that you (or someone important to you) are facing some significant challenge(s) that are negatively impacting your life. A therapeutic relationship can be a wonderful tool to help work through a variety of life's issues! As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I have spent the last decade providing counseling for patients in inpatient psychiatric treatment, intensive outpatient treatment for drug and alcohol abuse (rehab), and private psychotherapy practice for individuals, groups, and families. I am also a professor of counseling and psychology for a private university in Florida.

Helping individuals achieve balance and quality of life is my passion. You do not have to struggle alone! Let me help you navigate the path to wellness and help you achieve your goals. Therapy is not always easy and can be anxiety-provoking as you try to find the right therapist who is compassionate, understanding, and have the skills to guide you. I want to help you through this path in a non-judgmental, transparent, and supportive way.

It's exhausting to ride the rollercoaster of emotions that can come with the fluctuations and uncertainties of life. My goal is to help you tap into your inner strength and wisdom. This can provide emotional stability, freedom from intrusive thoughts, allow you to process past pain, and enable you to create a life filled with meaning and joy. I provide a safe and supportive therapeutic environment that cultivates healing and growth for women, young adults, and teens. Additionally, I offer a career and life counseling program for teens and adults contemplating their path in life, reemergence into the job market, or a career change.

Note: I am not accepting new clients prior to July 1, 2023. ————When you need help, you want someone who responds quickly, can schedule within days - not weeks - someone you can trust to walk with you. My clients are people who want help now and my focus is helping you meet your goals now. I am a Certified EMDR provider and we can use bilateral stimulation as well as talk therapy to work through trauma, grief, relationships, anxiety, and other issues that keep you from living well today. With compassion, empathy, and proven methods, we will find your next steps and walk them together.

Our lived experiences often shape our meaning and understanding of our world and sometimes those experinces bring us internal and relational difficulties. Clouding us from knowing our own skills and confidence to lead our most fulfilling life with a sense of empowerment and authenticity. I believe neither our circumstances or experiences define who we are and when our stories no longer match our sense of self we can feel a multitude of emotions and unsure of where to turn for support. Developing a space to feel heard, seen and supported is where others can find the strength to re-create their lives.

Feeling anxious, depressed or paralyzed by trauma? Troubled by a loved one's addiction or abusive/controlling behavior? Apprehensive about a life change or immobilized by grief? My length and diversity of experience affords me the ability to tailor an approach to help you effectively accomplish your therapy goals. My tenure in hospital settings has given me a strong knowledge base and mentorship from several talented physicians. Parenthood provides me with insight into family dynamics and challenges.

Many times we are our own worst critic. Did you know that we have 60,000 thoughts a day, and most of them are negative and the majority of them are the same ones we had yesterday. Let me help you silence that critic in you, and teach you how to talk more nicely to yourself. It all starts with your thoughts, and once you change those, you change your entire life. Through personal experience and education, I have learned how to journey with others as they mange this thing we call "Life". I would consider it an honor to journey with you today!

Connection is hard. It requires a level of vulnerability that opens us up to the very pain we’ve been trying to avoid. The thing about connection though, is that it is vital to every person’s emotional, sexual, and mental well-being. We can’t understand ourselves or feel close to others without it. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Sex Therapist, I offer a safe, honest, and affirming environment where you can feel comfortable exploring whatever holds you back from connecting with yourself and others. With you in the driver's seat, I can help you move towards a more fulfilling and integrated life.

I have worked extensively with both individual clients, as well as couples. I specialize in helping clients with the following issues: affective disorders (e.g., depression), anxiety problems, and marital issues. I frequently work with helping clients to rapidly resolve trauma issues, including childhood abuse. I also work with with stress issues, health psychology, and sleep problems. The full range of psychological testing, including intelligence and personality testing, is also available. Many of my clients are self-pay (to avoid insurance hassles), but I do accept Medicare, Tricare, and some PPO plans.

You’ve been dealing with IT for a long time. IT has sucked away your joy, occupied your mind, stolen your sleep and disrupted your relationships. You’ve tried to fix IT on your own. You’ve prayed and asked God to fix IT. You’ve had enough of IT! Our professionally trained psychotherapists are skilled and experienced to help you find new ways of feeling, thinking, behaving and relating. You can EXPERIENCE JOY. You can HAVE SATISFYING RELATIONSHIPS. You can DEVELOP NEW SKILLS. (Telehealth available in some circumstances.) Let’s get started!

As a therapist, I strive to help my clients find healthy, balanced lives. No matter their background, I invest in my clients' well-being, partnering with them through open, non-judgmental counseling. I empower my clients by helping them understand that self-acceptance, self-care and ultimately, self-love are the greatest gifts we can give ourselves.

Life can change in an instant. Unexpected life events and unforeseen circumstances can shake the very foundation of our lives and shatter our illusions of control. A multitude of unanticipated events can negatively impact our lives, destroy our sense of safety, impair our mental health, and complicate our interpersonal relationships. Many times families and friends struggle to provide the support and direction we need during the turbulent seasons of life. It takes strength and courage to reach out for help but the benefits of taking that risk can lead to new insight, personal growth, and a renewed sense of purpose.