Divorce Therapists in Sarasota County, FL
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Mary Gavin Cantillo
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My expertise includes working with school-aged children, with a special interest in gifted education (having worked at Pine View School for 10 years); children experiencing difficulties behaviorally, socially, academically and families experiencing parenting challenges or changes in the family unit involving
divorce
or loss.
I understand the joys and challenges of raising children today. Balancing academic demands, extracurricular activities, household responsibilities, relationships and unsettling times can be exhausting both physically and emotionally. I can help you and your family navigate through emotional times, family changes, school or behavior problems in a relaxed, non-judgemental and therapeutic setting. Our mission is to support children, adolescents and families by providing developmentally appropriate and evidenced based therapies to support the academic and social-emotional well-being of the individual both at home and in school.

Katherine Ann Best
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MPH, MSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Dr. Katherine Best is dedicated to your wellbeing by providing a quick response and flexible hours of care. Building upon strengths, she uses a positive, non-judgmental approach to encourage growth and change. Dr. Best offers: psychotherapy, marriage and family therapy, trauma resolution, pre and post
divorce
counseling, family mediation for conflict resolution, clinical hypnosis, EMDR, archetypal pattern dream analysis, and life coaching. In addition, Dr. Katherine Best offers treatment for stress, anxiety, procrastination, depression, cumulative exposures to trauma, priest and clergy abuse, chronic pain, and insomnia.

Asha Griffith
Counselor, MA, LMHC, QS
Verified
Verified
Being a woman in today's society is no easy task! Are you tired of always having to be "strong"? If you are experiencing Depression, Frustration in your relationship, are facing a
divorce
, battling spiritual confusion, having trouble "fitting in", struggling with low self esteem, feeling as if you have no purpose, carrying the load of childhood trauma or you feel like you're just existing but not LIVING, Contact me NOW!

Jerold Stone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT, BCD
Verified
Verified
I have over thirty years of experience in treating difficult couples and challenging family cases. I completed my initial graduate school training at the renowned Brown School of Social Work at Washington University in St. Louis. I completed advanced structured sex therapy training at the Masters and Johnson Institute in St. Louis. My training is extensive, including taking a post-graduate medical school rotation in psychiatry at the University of Minnesota. In addition to treatment, I conduct Custody Evaluations, Parenting Coordination,
Divorce
Mediation, Expert Testimony and Infertility Evaluation and Consultation in conjunction with an OB/GYN specialist.

Cassandra Winters
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Divorce
is difficult and one of my specialties in my practice along with relationship and family issues. Imagine having a supportive person throughout your
divorce
journey who will listen without judging, help you see the new path when you don't know the next step and cheer you on when you feel like giving up. I am passionate about assisting both men and women navigate the roller coaster of
divorce
with clarity, confidence, and class. I want to help you cope with your emotions appropriately, which will allow you to move forward and thrive. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that also enjoys working with teenagers.

Roxanne Permesly
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
Verified
In the 12th Judicial Circuit, I am qualified to and experienced in developing parenting plans and providing court-related assessments and overviews for families experiencing the struggles of separation,
divorce
, and rebuilding.
As a therapist, it is my task to join with you to tackle your issues of concern. Sometimes these are situational. Other times you have become aware of a pattern or trend that continually gets in your way. The therapist must create an empathetic environment in which you can truly share and be heard. Then, the therapist can offer the insights and suggestions, so you may begin to unravel and solve the problems. It is a process. My work in Boston, Princeton, and Sarasota has focused on creating this environment and giving you the space to find your way.

Relationship Experts, LLC
Art Therapist, MS, LPCP, MBTI
Verified
Verified
As Certified Family Law Mediators and Certified Relationship Counselors, we specialize in working with people who are in a toxic or narcissistic relationship by guiding people to recognize the issues in their relationships, and address them with a step-by-step strategy. We work with clients to examine their relationship concerns, evaluate their choices and support them as they take the next steps appropriate for them. Using our extensive knowledge and certification in mediation, and those considering
divorce
, we offer exact steps to take pre-mediation, and how to heal and reclaim self-love from a toxic or narcissistic relationship.

Aurora Family Therapy, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
If you feel that help has been hard to find, give me a call. If you are struggling with self-love, relationships, depression, trauma,
divorce
, or adolescent issues, you are not alone. If you are ready to feel better and take control of your happiness, I am ready, too. You are Worthy of love and kindness, both from yourself and from others.

Linda McGee
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MBA, CPLC, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Relationships, careers, and retirement dreams cannot thrive when you are hurting. I work with adults, both individuals and couples, to treat grief, anxiety, depression and difficult life transitions (retirement,
divorce
, relocation, illness, end-of-life issues), as well as communication and sexual functioning. Some clients are anxious to free themselves from nagging issues of the past, while others struggle to discern the best path for their future. I support couples who want to increase intimacy, and I help couples who have already decided to separate to do so as respectfully as possible.

Forty Carrots Family Center
Counselor
Verified
Verified
Licensed Therapists can address concerns such as: depression, anxiety, stress reduction, reactions to life stressors (such as grief, loss, and
divorce
), challenging child behaviors, child developmental disorders, childhood trauma, social skills, peer struggles, co-parenting challenges, parenting skills and support, and postpartum depression and anxiety.
Forty Carrots Family Center provides mental health services for the entire family. Our individual and family offerings are devoted to promoting healthy family relationships. We offer general and specialized therapeutic services to meet your family's needs, including Individual and family therapy, play therapy, infant mental health, maternal wellness, and trauma - focused treatment. Forty Carrots therapists are committed to working with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with different concerns.
Gwen H. Pearlstein
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, MFT
Verified
Verified
I have experience in all facets of therapy with adults, adolescents, and children - depression, bi-polar disorder, anxiety, addiction,
divorce
, bereavement, ADHD both in adults and children/adolescents, Eldercare issues, parenting issues and minimization of interaction conflicts, alternative relationships, career counseling.
Life often presents challenges - family conflict, relationships, eldercare, self-care. Choosing a therapist with advanced clinical knowledge offers you the maximum opportunity to experience contentment in life. Relationship difficulties often escalate - working with an experienced therapist increases the probability of a positive outcome. Parenthood can be challenging; while bringing immense joy, pride, and personal growth, it can also add much stress. Caring for an aging parent can be stressful and challenging for you and your parent(s). An experienced counselor assures your well-being and success in all areas of your life.
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Align LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAGCS
Verified
Verified
Have you recently experienced a significant loss or major life transition, or feel as though you've lost your sense of purpose? In the case that you've lost a loved one, gone through a separation or
divorce
, or experienced codependent relationships that have affected your self-esteem, I am here to help you explore your strengths to increase functioning and coping skills using evidence-based modalities.
Cardinal Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS, CCS
Verified
Verified
I have been involved in the mental health and behavioral health field for 30 years and have experience working with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, co-occurring disorders, trauma, domestic abuse, parenting, reunification therapy, relationship issues, anger management, grief,
divorce
, life transitions, and LGBT.
I provide therapy to adults based on their individual needs by utilizing a variety of therapeutic orientations. I approach therapy from a strength-based and goal-oriented perspective.

Sheila D Gingerich Stiles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, SOTS
Verified
Verified
Hi, i am Sheila D Gingerich Stiles, LCSW in Sarasota, Florida. Do you feel overwhelmed with life? Are relationship and family issues causing you stress? Has
divorce
left you feeling alone and questioning who you are and what role you now play? Do you want to feel more connected with others, increase your communication skills and gain a sense of more control of your life? As a clinical, licensed psychotherapist with 12 years of experience working with trauma survivors, I look forward to helping you transform your life and relationships into healthy, safe and fulfilling experiences.

Gina M Cobb
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
I have a heart for children and work closely with them and their families by helping them in areas of behavioral concerns, ADHD, anxiety, grief/
divorce
processing, and depression.
Have life's challenges left you feeling frustrated, overwhelmed, and alone? Does your life transition feel more like you're "stuck", stressed, and unsure what to do? I understand and value working as a team with you in a warm, professional, and safe setting that permits clients the freedom of unconditional acceptance, while exploring how to move forward in life by providing helpful insight and healthy functional tools that encourage restored and positive relationships. As a woman, mother, and grandmother, I have valuable life experience that enhances the counseling process by relating on a personal level to your concerns and unique needs.

Linda S Touchton Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
If you need to explore an unpleasant aspect of your life, you are contemplating a major lifestyle change, a
divorce
or have just received diagnosis of a lifethreatening illness. If you suffer from anxiety and depression, or want to understand yourself better, I am your person.

Center for Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
Children and adolescents ages 6-19: anxiety or fear - depression - sexual abuse - physical abuse - witnessing domestic violence - exposure to a traumatic event - life transitions - grief/loss - self-harming behaviors (ex: cutting) - parental
divorce
- communication issues/social skills - peer-relationship issues - self-esteem - stress reduction - problematic sexual behaviors - parenting skills/co-parenting challenges

Mary G Davenport
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Certified Sex Therapist. I trained at the University of Pennsylvania and have been in practice for over 35 years specializing in both individual and couples therapy. I treat anxiety disorders, depression, relationship problems (including difficulties with communication and sexual functioning), body image issues, the challenges of life transitions (
divorce
, death of a loved one, relocation, retirement, health problems), as well as gay, lesbian, and gender identity issues.

Lisa Rowe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have extensive experience working with clients dealing with a range of issues, including separation,
divorce
, codependency, sexual abuse, infidelity, addiction, family challenges, and reproductive loss (including abortion and miscarriage).
Hey there! I'm a passionate therapist who specializes in helping individuals, couples, and families overcome deep-seated issues caused by past trauma and pain. My clients often feel that life threw them one (or more) unexpected curveballs, which left them feeling unsure, stuck, and repeating unwanted behaviors. Realizing that there is more to life, my clients reach out seeking freedom, recovery, and mended relationships.

Serenity Counseling LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I work with children, adolescents, families, adults and seniors through individual, family, couples and marital counseling. I work with clients who have been abused, traumatized, neglected and are struggling and attempting to cope with issues of depression, anxiety, ADHD, separation anxiety, anger management, co-dependence, adolescence, preparing and moving to college, family stressors and dynamics, parenting,
divorce
, co-parenting, school issues, employment issues, job loss, retirement, grief, and alienation.
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Divorce Therapists
How does therapy for people affected by a divorce work?
Individuals may feel a number of emotions following a divorce, such as shock, guilt, grief, anger, and fear. Therapists offer a non-judgmental space for individuals to talk about what they’ve experienced and process their emotions. Therapists will help clients develop coping strategies. They can also help a client rebuild their sense of self and self-worth and talk about what a happier future might look like.
What’s the most common type of therapy following a divorce?
There are several types of therapy that may be useful for divorce, including cognitive behavioral, acceptance and commitment, solution-focused brief, and mindfulness-based therapies. Many therapy types are talk-therapy based, which is typically the most popular option for individuals dealing with divorce. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a widely-used talk therapy, however, there’s no specific therapy type that’s designed to help people with divorce, and different types will work depending on the person.
When should an individual seek help due to a divorce?
When the feelings of a divorced individual, or an individual going through the process of divorce, begin to disrupt healthy daily functioning, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not performing at work due to problems with anxiety or motivation, if they’re no longer seeing friends due to feelings of shame, or if they’re not properly taking care of themselves as a result of depression, speaking to a professional could help.
How do you encourage someone to go to therapy due to a divorce?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the individual while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Sharing how the individual appears to be suffering, and what effects it has on them or on their children, should be done with compassion and empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.