Therapists in Fort Myers, FL

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Frederick (Josh) McCumber
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
Fort Myers, FL 33905
I use Cognitive Behavior Therapy, attachment theory, and The Gottman Method.
Please call me by my middle name, Josh. I see individuals, Couples, and families and help them during stressful times of transition. We all reach our limits at times and need a little support. My goal is to provide that support to understand your problems better as well as potential solutions while improving the quality of your relationships.
I use Cognitive Behavior Therapy, attachment theory, and The Gottman Method.
Please call me by my middle name, Josh. I see individuals, Couples, and families and help them during stressful times of transition. We all reach our limits at times and need a little support. My goal is to provide that support to understand your problems better as well as potential solutions while improving the quality of your relationships.
(305) 767-7656 View (305) 767-7656
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Rashawn Brewster
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fort Myers, FL 33913  (Online Only)
Hello! My goal as a therapist is to provide a warm, thought-provoking & tool-based approach to the counseling process. You are the expert on you & my role is to help you remove and/or reduce any barriers preventing you from living your most fulfilling life. I remember being in your shoes at one point, clicking through online profiles trying to find the right fit to begin working on myself. I was somewhat hesitant & wasn't really sure therapy was even for me. But what I learned through my personal journey was that everyone & I mean everyone can use a bit of support & additional insight at critical moments of life. I'm here to help!
Hello! My goal as a therapist is to provide a warm, thought-provoking & tool-based approach to the counseling process. You are the expert on you & my role is to help you remove and/or reduce any barriers preventing you from living your most fulfilling life. I remember being in your shoes at one point, clicking through online profiles trying to find the right fit to begin working on myself. I was somewhat hesitant & wasn't really sure therapy was even for me. But what I learned through my personal journey was that everyone & I mean everyone can use a bit of support & additional insight at critical moments of life. I'm here to help!
(239) 345-9399 View (239) 345-9399
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Michael James
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Myers, FL 33913  (Online Only)
One afternoon I told my wife that after another tour, I would be leaving the U.S. Coast Guard for a very different career. Serving my country and the men and women of the U.S. Coast Guard is one of the greatest honors and privileges of my life. After serving for nine years I knew that directly assisting and serving people is the life-giving work of my heart. I became a Social Worker and therapist because it is my greatest joy and pleasure to support you as you unify all your strengths and gifts to release your Faith, Hope, and Love into society.
One afternoon I told my wife that after another tour, I would be leaving the U.S. Coast Guard for a very different career. Serving my country and the men and women of the U.S. Coast Guard is one of the greatest honors and privileges of my life. After serving for nine years I knew that directly assisting and serving people is the life-giving work of my heart. I became a Social Worker and therapist because it is my greatest joy and pleasure to support you as you unify all your strengths and gifts to release your Faith, Hope, and Love into society.
(239) 299-7538 View (239) 299-7538
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Elevating Relationships: Couple to Couple Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fort Myers, FL 33913
We (Rashawn & Lori Brewster) offer a unique "couple to couple" counseling experience for relationships in all stages (dating, engaged, married, separated). Typical couples/marriage counseling is with 1 therapist but with Elevating Relationships you work with a married co-therapist team. We support relationship issues such as poor communication, harmful conflict cycle, loss of trust, feeling disconnected, and lackluster intimacy. We will partner with you to highlight the areas of your relationship that you’re not experiencing success in and provide research-based tools and guidance designed to cultivate an improved relationship.
We (Rashawn & Lori Brewster) offer a unique "couple to couple" counseling experience for relationships in all stages (dating, engaged, married, separated). Typical couples/marriage counseling is with 1 therapist but with Elevating Relationships you work with a married co-therapist team. We support relationship issues such as poor communication, harmful conflict cycle, loss of trust, feeling disconnected, and lackluster intimacy. We will partner with you to highlight the areas of your relationship that you’re not experiencing success in and provide research-based tools and guidance designed to cultivate an improved relationship.
(239) 312-5825 View (239) 312-5825
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Jason P LiCausi
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fort Myers, FL 33913
I am also a FL Qualified MFT/MHC Supervisor
I am also a FL Qualified MFT/MHC Supervisor
(239) 317-3115 View (239) 317-3115
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John Michael Papandrea
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fort Myers, FL 33919
Are you looking for couples or pre-marital counseling; marriage and family therapy; assistance with relationship problems or worried about sexual dysfunction? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or low self-esteem; experiencing career or life changes; suffering from loss or grief? Do you need an experienced professional therapist who is kind, warm, thoughtful and down-to-earth to work with? I have more than 35 years of successful experience in therapy and counseling and I realize that taking the first step toward getting help is often the most difficult.
Are you looking for couples or pre-marital counseling; marriage and family therapy; assistance with relationship problems or worried about sexual dysfunction? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or low self-esteem; experiencing career or life changes; suffering from loss or grief? Do you need an experienced professional therapist who is kind, warm, thoughtful and down-to-earth to work with? I have more than 35 years of successful experience in therapy and counseling and I realize that taking the first step toward getting help is often the most difficult.
(239) 249-8771 View (239) 249-8771
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Ken Newberger
PhD, ThM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Myers, FL 33913
CONFLICT RESOLUTION PRACTITIONER. With a Ph.D. in Conflict Analysis & Resolution and the architect of the "Reconciliation Model of Peacemaking," my expertise is promoting healthy & loving relationships. Unlike some therapists who are neutral whether you stay together as a couple or divorce, I will do all I can to repair and save your marriage. ~~~ COUPLE ASSESSMENT TOOLS. I use two assessment tools to quickly immerse myself into your relationship. Rather than arduously learn the basics over the course of many weeks, these tools provide me a treasure trove of valuable information within days, saving you time and money
CONFLICT RESOLUTION PRACTITIONER. With a Ph.D. in Conflict Analysis & Resolution and the architect of the "Reconciliation Model of Peacemaking," my expertise is promoting healthy & loving relationships. Unlike some therapists who are neutral whether you stay together as a couple or divorce, I will do all I can to repair and save your marriage. ~~~ COUPLE ASSESSMENT TOOLS. I use two assessment tools to quickly immerse myself into your relationship. Rather than arduously learn the basics over the course of many weeks, these tools provide me a treasure trove of valuable information within days, saving you time and money
(540) 202-2022 View (540) 202-2022
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Kristopher Weber
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Myers, FL 33967  (Online Only)
Hello, I am pleased that you have decided to make changes in your life and are looking at me to accompany you on your journey! My name is Kit and I have a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am also certified in relationship and family counseling. I believe that everyone has the ability to change and grow when they choose to. I work with adults, children, couples, and families who have concerns of anxiety, depression, substance abuse, sexual dysfunction, and various other life changing concerns. My counseling style is integrative, and I work to best fit my approach to you as a client.
Hello, I am pleased that you have decided to make changes in your life and are looking at me to accompany you on your journey! My name is Kit and I have a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am also certified in relationship and family counseling. I believe that everyone has the ability to change and grow when they choose to. I work with adults, children, couples, and families who have concerns of anxiety, depression, substance abuse, sexual dysfunction, and various other life changing concerns. My counseling style is integrative, and I work to best fit my approach to you as a client.
(239) 282-4435 View (239) 282-4435
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Collaborative Healing Partners
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CAP
Verified Verified
Fort Myers, FL 33905  (Online Only)
Collaborative Healing Partners believes that our client’s behaviors or presenting concerns will make sense once we understand the context of their behavior or situation. We partner with our clients to better understand their individual situations from their perspective and work to create a roadmap together to help them achieve their short term or long-term goals and begin living a more enriched/purposeful driven life. We specialize in the brief therapy model which seeks to provide our clients with permanent lasting changes in 10 sessions or less per presenting problem thus minimizing endless therapy.
Collaborative Healing Partners believes that our client’s behaviors or presenting concerns will make sense once we understand the context of their behavior or situation. We partner with our clients to better understand their individual situations from their perspective and work to create a roadmap together to help them achieve their short term or long-term goals and begin living a more enriched/purposeful driven life. We specialize in the brief therapy model which seeks to provide our clients with permanent lasting changes in 10 sessions or less per presenting problem thus minimizing endless therapy.
(561) 861-1668 View (561) 861-1668
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Lemy Chatelier
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, RMHCI
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Fort Myers, FL 33907
Every day we try our best to express our humanity positively but may often fall short. We often look back and question some of the things that led to this current circumstance. You don't have to answer that question alone, which is okay. I would love to work with you. I look forward to collaborating with you to navigate and overcome life's challenges. I strive to create a safe, positive, warm, nonjudgmental, and welcoming atmosphere to promote growth and achieve shared goals. I utilize a variety of approaches, including solution-focused, strength-based, and person-centered approaches to address your current needs and goals.
Every day we try our best to express our humanity positively but may often fall short. We often look back and question some of the things that led to this current circumstance. You don't have to answer that question alone, which is okay. I would love to work with you. I look forward to collaborating with you to navigate and overcome life's challenges. I strive to create a safe, positive, warm, nonjudgmental, and welcoming atmosphere to promote growth and achieve shared goals. I utilize a variety of approaches, including solution-focused, strength-based, and person-centered approaches to address your current needs and goals.
(239) 268-6742 View (239) 268-6742
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The Center For Psychodramatic Studies
Mental Health Counselor, Peter David Covert, MS, CP, PLMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Myers, FL 33907
An ideal client is one needing assistance with difficulty, a challenge, some area of life in which we might collaborate on to bring about an agreed upon solution or desired change.
An ideal client is one needing assistance with difficulty, a challenge, some area of life in which we might collaborate on to bring about an agreed upon solution or desired change.
(863) 326-0544 x863326 View (863) 326-0544 x863326

Online Therapists

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RWJCounseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brandon, FL 33511
I have been trained in the following models of couples and family counseling: PREPARE and ENRICH, Save Your Marriage before It Starts (SYMBIS), Deep Love, Intimacy Therapy-a Christian approach to couples counseling, Emotion Focused Therapy for Couples, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals, couples and families as they tackle the tasks of life. Along with 10+ years experience working in a private practice. I am a retired veteran of 21 years from the U. S. Air Force. Many couples go through dramatic challenges during the lifespan of their relationship. It does not matter if the relationship is 1 year old or 20+ years old.
I have been trained in the following models of couples and family counseling: PREPARE and ENRICH, Save Your Marriage before It Starts (SYMBIS), Deep Love, Intimacy Therapy-a Christian approach to couples counseling, Emotion Focused Therapy for Couples, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals, couples and families as they tackle the tasks of life. Along with 10+ years experience working in a private practice. I am a retired veteran of 21 years from the U. S. Air Force. Many couples go through dramatic challenges during the lifespan of their relationship. It does not matter if the relationship is 1 year old or 20+ years old.
(813) 699-4837 View (813) 699-4837
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Star Point Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brandon, FL 33510
We offer in person & online counseling. We have a sliding scale from $60 - $120. We are available day, evenings and weekends for your convenience. We accept most insurance including UBH, BCBS out of network , Aetna, & CIGNA. We do not accept Medicaid. The Counseling Team specializes in working with individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, co-dependency issues, addiction, anger management, couples, families, troubled teens, children, communication skills, fighting fairly, and and many other sources of stress that compromise the quality of a person's daily life experience.
We offer in person & online counseling. We have a sliding scale from $60 - $120. We are available day, evenings and weekends for your convenience. We accept most insurance including UBH, BCBS out of network , Aetna, & CIGNA. We do not accept Medicaid. The Counseling Team specializes in working with individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, co-dependency issues, addiction, anger management, couples, families, troubled teens, children, communication skills, fighting fairly, and and many other sources of stress that compromise the quality of a person's daily life experience.
(813) 440-4257 View (813) 440-4257
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A.C.T. Mental Health Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34240
Hi, i’m Shea. I am a client-centered therapist with an empathetic, accepting and supportive approach to life and therapy. My focus is first building a trusting relationship with clients so they can feel safe and comfortable opening up about their struggles. I apply a caring and compassionate approach to each session that encourages clients through the use of ACT(Acceptance and Commitment), Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused and Motivational Interviewing therapy techniques to help patients create and achieve their goals.
Hi, i’m Shea. I am a client-centered therapist with an empathetic, accepting and supportive approach to life and therapy. My focus is first building a trusting relationship with clients so they can feel safe and comfortable opening up about their struggles. I apply a caring and compassionate approach to each session that encourages clients through the use of ACT(Acceptance and Commitment), Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused and Motivational Interviewing therapy techniques to help patients create and achieve their goals.
(941) 229-1811 View (941) 229-1811
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Dale Thompson, LMHC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bradenton, FL 34202
Are you struggling with Depression, Anxiety, Stress or Addictions? Are you in the middle of a Crisis? If so I am here to help. I regularly treat CEO's, Professionals, Executives, Elite Athletes, Pastors and other Therapists in addressing issues that they face. I am Identified as a Licensure Supervisor and have trained thousands of therapists for professional development since 1993. I specialize in treating Couples, Men, Male Teens and Women that prefer a male therapist and I have 30 years of experience as a professional counselor.
Are you struggling with Depression, Anxiety, Stress or Addictions? Are you in the middle of a Crisis? If so I am here to help. I regularly treat CEO's, Professionals, Executives, Elite Athletes, Pastors and other Therapists in addressing issues that they face. I am Identified as a Licensure Supervisor and have trained thousands of therapists for professional development since 1993. I specialize in treating Couples, Men, Male Teens and Women that prefer a male therapist and I have 30 years of experience as a professional counselor.
(941) 845-6590 View (941) 845-6590
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David E Swindall
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701  (Online Only)
With over 50 years experience in helping clients make the changes they want to make, I focus on the strengths in the person and the relationship. I use a variety of approaches that have been helpful to many clients, including hypnosis and Accelerated Resolution Therapy. Since 1988 I have conducted a Court approved Domestic Violence Intervention Program that has helped change many lives. I also have been very effective helping clients with anxiety,grief and loss, depression, addiction, anger, trauma and abuse. Individual, couples and families are welcomed.
With over 50 years experience in helping clients make the changes they want to make, I focus on the strengths in the person and the relationship. I use a variety of approaches that have been helpful to many clients, including hypnosis and Accelerated Resolution Therapy. Since 1988 I have conducted a Court approved Domestic Violence Intervention Program that has helped change many lives. I also have been very effective helping clients with anxiety,grief and loss, depression, addiction, anger, trauma and abuse. Individual, couples and families are welcomed.
(727) 378-9587 View (727) 378-9587
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Ted Clewell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Moore Haven, FL 33471
Accepting new clients as of 3/20/2024. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida over twenty years of professional work experience and specialize in working with adults, geriatrics and caregivers with a variety of issues like anxiety, depression, pain management, grief and adjusting to medical issues. I have received years of feedback from clients and their families telling me how easy I am to talk with. I love what I do and look to provide a safe, empowering environment in which my clients can heal and find their purpose.
Accepting new clients as of 3/20/2024. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida over twenty years of professional work experience and specialize in working with adults, geriatrics and caregivers with a variety of issues like anxiety, depression, pain management, grief and adjusting to medical issues. I have received years of feedback from clients and their families telling me how easy I am to talk with. I love what I do and look to provide a safe, empowering environment in which my clients can heal and find their purpose.
(863) 431-8854 View (863) 431-8854
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Daniel J Van Ingen
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34233
Do you need help in coping? Over the past 20 years Dr. Dan provided compassionate solutions in therapy. He's been dubbed the Sarasota Parenting Doctor as author of three parenting books. As a therapist, his three specialty areas are anxiety, psychological burnout, and sports psychology. In recent years, his work in sports psychology has included a sky diving therapy group. He's worked with hall of famers, D 1 football players, olympic hopefuls, world champion power lifters, CrossFit national champions, professional/college/HS athletes in all sports, see DrDanSports.com. If you parent an athlete, contact him. DrDanSports.com
Do you need help in coping? Over the past 20 years Dr. Dan provided compassionate solutions in therapy. He's been dubbed the Sarasota Parenting Doctor as author of three parenting books. As a therapist, his three specialty areas are anxiety, psychological burnout, and sports psychology. In recent years, his work in sports psychology has included a sky diving therapy group. He's worked with hall of famers, D 1 football players, olympic hopefuls, world champion power lifters, CrossFit national champions, professional/college/HS athletes in all sports, see DrDanSports.com. If you parent an athlete, contact him. DrDanSports.com
(941) 584-4493 View (941) 584-4493
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Lee Schlanger
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC, CCTP, MCAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34231  (Online Only)
Lee Schlanger is a Florida State Licensed Mental Health Counselor currently living Sarasota, FL by way of New York City, NY. Lee has a passion for animals and doing anything outdoors, and is an avid sports fan. Lee has been working as a Mental Health Counselor since of 2016. Lee specializes in working with clients who are experiencing anxiety and depression as well as specializes in working with clients who have undergone grief, loss, and traumatic events, as well as substance abuse recovery, and more. Lee is also a Board Certified Tele-Mental Health Provider and specializes in Telehealth sessions and is Certified EMDR and Trauma.
Lee Schlanger is a Florida State Licensed Mental Health Counselor currently living Sarasota, FL by way of New York City, NY. Lee has a passion for animals and doing anything outdoors, and is an avid sports fan. Lee has been working as a Mental Health Counselor since of 2016. Lee specializes in working with clients who are experiencing anxiety and depression as well as specializes in working with clients who have undergone grief, loss, and traumatic events, as well as substance abuse recovery, and more. Lee is also a Board Certified Tele-Mental Health Provider and specializes in Telehealth sessions and is Certified EMDR and Trauma.
(941) 214-6132 View (941) 214-6132
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Roger Pawlak
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Saint Petersburg, FL 33701  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the great state of Florida with 13 years of professional counseling experience. I have experience helping clients, couples, and families with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, and anger management. I believe that you are the expert of your life story and that you have the strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support and empower you in that journey.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the great state of Florida with 13 years of professional counseling experience. I have experience helping clients, couples, and families with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, and anger management. I believe that you are the expert of your life story and that you have the strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support and empower you in that journey.
(305) 842-3116 View (305) 842-3116
Gottman Method Therapists

How does the Gottman method work?

One of the core doctrines of the Gottman method is that negative emotions hurt relationships about five times more than positive emotions help them. Thus, couples require five times more positive interactions than negative interactions with each other. The therapist will guide clients on how to improve communication and understanding of each other to manage conflict and have their emotional needs met. The therapist will also advise couples on how to repair relations with each other when conflict arises, and therefore avoid lasting damage.

Is the Gottman method evidence-based?

Yes, this method is an evidence-based approach to couples therapy. The method is based on more than 40 years of research by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, the psychologists who developed the method. The Gottmans analyzed decades of data to draw conclusions about what types of interactions are likely to lead to specific results, and which interventions are most likely to lead to success. Studies have found that this approach leads to improvements in relationship satisfaction, intimacy, communication skills, and a lower rate of divorce.

How long does the Gottman method take?

The duration of treatment depends on the specific challenges clients face. Sessions are typically 60 to 90 minutes long, and an average course of treatment is around 10 sessions. In some cases, such as for couples dealing with a critical problem, the therapist will suggest an intensive course of treatment, with daily sessions over the first two to four days. Treatment is complete when the couple is satisfied and has met the goals they’ve set, and when the therapist believes they have the skills to continue on their own.

Is the Gottman method effective?

Through the Gottman method, couples can achieve changes that are real and sustainable. This treatment has been used for more than 40 years; the method is supported by empirical research, including randomized controlled trials that have demonstrated effectiveness in improving relationship outcomes for couples. Like any talk therapy, success or failure depends in large part on how committed the clients are to making positive changes and working toward results.