Imago Therapists in Tallahassee, FL
You're exhausted, not because of your present. It's a culmination of overextending, wearing the mask for all while hiding yourself until the end of the day. You’ve spent years being the strong one—caring for everyone else while feeling unseen or emotionally drained. You’re ready to find balance, peace, and purpose again. Together, we’ll explore patterns shaped by trauma, anxiety, or burnout and rebuild self-trust. At GAP Connections, I’ll help you heal through W.H.E.N—Wholeness, Humility, Enlightened Navigation—so you can set boundaries without guilt, reconnect with yourself, and move from merely surviving to truly living.
You're exhausted, not because of your present. It's a culmination of overextending, wearing the mask for all while hiding yourself until the end of the day. You’ve spent years being the strong one—caring for everyone else while feeling unseen or emotionally drained. You’re ready to find balance, peace, and purpose again. Together, we’ll explore patterns shaped by trauma, anxiety, or burnout and rebuild self-trust. At GAP Connections, I’ll help you heal through W.H.E.N—Wholeness, Humility, Enlightened Navigation—so you can set boundaries without guilt, reconnect with yourself, and move from merely surviving to truly living.
I believe in integrating sound therapeutic practices with a biblical worldview, offering support for anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, grief, and life transitions. I focus on providing a nurturing environment where you can explore your challenges, strengthen your coping skills, and deepen your understanding of yourself and your purpose. Whether you're seeking to overcome anxiety, navigate relationship complexities, or find deeper meaning in your life, I'm here to walk alongside you, drawing upon both clinical expertise and spiritual insight to foster lasting transformation and peace.
I believe in integrating sound therapeutic practices with a biblical worldview, offering support for anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, grief, and life transitions. I focus on providing a nurturing environment where you can explore your challenges, strengthen your coping skills, and deepen your understanding of yourself and your purpose. Whether you're seeking to overcome anxiety, navigate relationship complexities, or find deeper meaning in your life, I'm here to walk alongside you, drawing upon both clinical expertise and spiritual insight to foster lasting transformation and peace.
Accepting new clients. We all want to be understood but people who actually listen to us are rare. Many things in the world recently have increased our stress, causing conflicts and straining our relationships. Sometimes we all need a trustworthy, confidential person to talk to who will listen and understand us. For 20+ years, I've provided a safe space for people to talk about their anxiety, fears, and relationships. I listen attentively & without judgement. I work with you to find a way forward in your life. I welcome all people regardless of age, gender, race, sexual preference, gender identity, faith, or ability to pay.
Accepting new clients. We all want to be understood but people who actually listen to us are rare. Many things in the world recently have increased our stress, causing conflicts and straining our relationships. Sometimes we all need a trustworthy, confidential person to talk to who will listen and understand us. For 20+ years, I've provided a safe space for people to talk about their anxiety, fears, and relationships. I listen attentively & without judgement. I work with you to find a way forward in your life. I welcome all people regardless of age, gender, race, sexual preference, gender identity, faith, or ability to pay.
As a couples and sex therapist (also indiv), I’m passionate about helping people build deeper emotional and physical connections in their relationships. Whether you’re navigating communication challenges, feeling disconnected from your partner, or struggling with intimacy, I offer a safe and supportive space where you can explore, heal, and grow together.
My approach is warm, open, and collaborative. I believe that real change happens when people feel seen, heard, and accepted without judgment.
I also specialize in anxiety, whether with sex, generalized anxiety, and/or phobias. We can reduce your anxiety and improve functioning.
As a couples and sex therapist (also indiv), I’m passionate about helping people build deeper emotional and physical connections in their relationships. Whether you’re navigating communication challenges, feeling disconnected from your partner, or struggling with intimacy, I offer a safe and supportive space where you can explore, heal, and grow together.
My approach is warm, open, and collaborative. I believe that real change happens when people feel seen, heard, and accepted without judgment.
I also specialize in anxiety, whether with sex, generalized anxiety, and/or phobias. We can reduce your anxiety and improve functioning.
Many couples take great care of their cars and personal belongings, yet often neglect the essential maintenance needed for their marriage. Just like a skilled mechanic keeps a vehicle running smoothly, Dr. Brantley—a compassionate and experienced marriage and intimacy coach—is here to help keep your relationship in top shape.
With a commitment to your well-being, Dr. Brantley offers flexible hours, including appointments up to 10 PM, ensuring you get the support you need when you need it most.
Many couples take great care of their cars and personal belongings, yet often neglect the essential maintenance needed for their marriage. Just like a skilled mechanic keeps a vehicle running smoothly, Dr. Brantley—a compassionate and experienced marriage and intimacy coach—is here to help keep your relationship in top shape.
With a commitment to your well-being, Dr. Brantley offers flexible hours, including appointments up to 10 PM, ensuring you get the support you need when you need it most.
Rebecca Seidemann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
5 Endorsed
Tallahassee, FL 32399
Waitlist for new clients
Let’s focus on getting you closer to the life you want by working with your brain, not against it. My approach is to draw from a number of evidence-based techniques for personalized care that creates results. I believe in fostering a warm, non-judgmental space where our collaboration will help you move towards your values and towards fulfillment. My ideal client is someone who’s open to trying out new tools and determined to feel better. Let’s reflect on the patterns causing you difficulty and figure out how to move forward together.
Let’s focus on getting you closer to the life you want by working with your brain, not against it. My approach is to draw from a number of evidence-based techniques for personalized care that creates results. I believe in fostering a warm, non-judgmental space where our collaboration will help you move towards your values and towards fulfillment. My ideal client is someone who’s open to trying out new tools and determined to feel better. Let’s reflect on the patterns causing you difficulty and figure out how to move forward together.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, defeated, or not good enough? Are you having trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or experiencing nightmares? What about the way you are relating to others; do you find you are angry, tense, defensive, withdrawn or isolating? Let me help you. Finding peace in a world that can be overstimulating at times is possible. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, corporate/work related stress, family conflicts, relationship issues or needing to address unprocessed trauma, I am here.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, defeated, or not good enough? Are you having trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or experiencing nightmares? What about the way you are relating to others; do you find you are angry, tense, defensive, withdrawn or isolating? Let me help you. Finding peace in a world that can be overstimulating at times is possible. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, corporate/work related stress, family conflicts, relationship issues or needing to address unprocessed trauma, I am here.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Couples (CBCT), Imago Relationship Therapy, Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy (IBCT), Attachment-Based Approaches, Culturally Competent & Faith-Informed Counseling, Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
If you’re someone navigating relationship challenges, premarital matters, anxiety, depression, addiction, or trauma or maybe infidelity, communication issues, or feeling disconnected. You need a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can sort through the pain and begin to heal. My goal is to help you feel more emotionally clear, confident, and connected to yourself and others. My approach provides practical tools, honest guidance, and real compassion, rooted in evidence-based care. You’re ready to move forward—and you don’t have to do it alone.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Couples (CBCT), Imago Relationship Therapy, Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy (IBCT), Attachment-Based Approaches, Culturally Competent & Faith-Informed Counseling, Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
If you’re someone navigating relationship challenges, premarital matters, anxiety, depression, addiction, or trauma or maybe infidelity, communication issues, or feeling disconnected. You need a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can sort through the pain and begin to heal. My goal is to help you feel more emotionally clear, confident, and connected to yourself and others. My approach provides practical tools, honest guidance, and real compassion, rooted in evidence-based care. You’re ready to move forward—and you don’t have to do it alone.
Sharon Toldson
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, BCCS, CCTP, CCATP, CAGCS
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Has life's challenges become too hard to bear? Are workplace demands causing you more anxiety than fulfillment? Are your relationships feeling not so relational anymore? Are you finally in a place where you are ready to grow and change your narrative about life as you know it? Well, you have come to the right place to begin the journey! My name is Sharon Toldson and I welcome the opportunity to provide you with therapeutic alliance and strategic support to promote personal growth and healing.
Has life's challenges become too hard to bear? Are workplace demands causing you more anxiety than fulfillment? Are your relationships feeling not so relational anymore? Are you finally in a place where you are ready to grow and change your narrative about life as you know it? Well, you have come to the right place to begin the journey! My name is Sharon Toldson and I welcome the opportunity to provide you with therapeutic alliance and strategic support to promote personal growth and healing.
My work is informed by the Gottman Method, Imago Relationship Therapy, and emotionally focused approaches, with an emphasis on clarity, regulation, and practical tools that support lasting change.
Are you and your partner feeling stuck in the same arguments, emotionally disconnected, or unsure how to move forward together? I primarily work with couples and also support individuals navigating anxiety, OCD, ADHD, and neurodivergent patterns. Many of the clients I work with are thoughtful, capable people who feel overwhelmed by communication breakdowns, financial stress, decision fatigue, or uncertainty about their relationships and life direction.
My work is informed by the Gottman Method, Imago Relationship Therapy, and emotionally focused approaches, with an emphasis on clarity, regulation, and practical tools that support lasting change.
Are you and your partner feeling stuck in the same arguments, emotionally disconnected, or unsure how to move forward together? I primarily work with couples and also support individuals navigating anxiety, OCD, ADHD, and neurodivergent patterns. Many of the clients I work with are thoughtful, capable people who feel overwhelmed by communication breakdowns, financial stress, decision fatigue, or uncertainty about their relationships and life direction.
Online Therapists
I work with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, life stressors, substance abuse/use and grief. I assist people with mental health concerns with their outpatient success. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, DBT, and client centered counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
I work with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, life stressors, substance abuse/use and grief. I assist people with mental health concerns with their outpatient success. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, DBT, and client centered counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
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How does Imago therapy work?
Imago relationship therapy is a form of couples counseling meant to help partners address conflict, communication problems, and related issues. Imago sessions typically involve couples sitting facing each other and participating in guided conversations. Therapy will also involve exercises such as re-imagining one’s partner as a wounded child; re-romanticizing a relationship through appreciation, surprises, and even gift-giving and restructuring frustrations by transforming complaints into requests. The ultimate goal is to re-envision the relationship as a source of safety and happiness.
What is the Imago method?
A core technique of Imago therapy is the Imago dialogue, in which partners learn to avoid hurtful statements and establish ways to interact based on each having equal space and power. In the dialogue, partners take turns as the “sender,” who shares their thoughts, and the “receiver.” The receiver is asked to “mirror,” or paraphrase, what their partner has said, without response or rebuttal, and then validate their statements, acknowledging understanding even if they do not personally agree with it. Finally, the receiver displays empathy by stating what they imagine the other is feeling, and showing appreciation for it.
How long does Imago therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for Imago therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core techniques of Imago coaching, some couples quickly make progress, but most should expect sessions to extend for months, encompassing at least 12 to 20 sessions, along with extensive “homework” from their therapist.
Does Imago therapy work?
There is limited empirical evidence to support the benefits of Imago therapy, but some smaller studies suggest that it does help couples, at least in the short-term. A 2017 study found that marital satisfaction increased significantly after couples completed 12 sessions of Imago therapy, and remained higher for some time after that, but did not always result in “complete recovery.” Other studies found greater empathy and fewer feelings of relationship burnout in couples after therapy. Some research suggests that Imago therapy can aid individuals as well as couples; people with ADHD in particular may benefit from the development of communication, self-control, and listening skills that form the basis of the technique.