Therapists in Venice, FL
John A Guliano
Counselor, PCC-S, CEAP, LMHC, SUPV
Verified Verified
Venice, FL 34293 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
We help you work through life's issues that may include Anxiety, Depression, Pornography and Sexual Addiction, Stress and Trauma.
Understanding the whole person is of utmost importance. I am empowered to help people deal with and find relief for life's hurts. I help find the unique solutions to encourage health, happiness and well-being. I do this through a deep sense of understanding, compassion and personal experience. Over the past twenty five years as an educator, pastor, businessman and counselor, I have helped many people in their pursuit of healing and wholeness. These experiences have not only provided me with a greater understanding of people's needs, but they also have helped me develop solid solutions for professional treatment.
We help you work through life's issues that may include Anxiety, Depression, Pornography and Sexual Addiction, Stress and Trauma.
Understanding the whole person is of utmost importance. I am empowered to help people deal with and find relief for life's hurts. I help find the unique solutions to encourage health, happiness and well-being. I do this through a deep sense of understanding, compassion and personal experience. Over the past twenty five years as an educator, pastor, businessman and counselor, I have helped many people in their pursuit of healing and wholeness. These experiences have not only provided me with a greater understanding of people's needs, but they also have helped me develop solid solutions for professional treatment.
Brad Eppley
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Venice, FL 34285
From Life Coaching goal oriented skill development including stress and anger management to resolving major symptoms of depression, ADD, anxiety and addiction to depth oriented psychotherapy healing grief and trauma I enjoy helping.
I love helping people heal, develop and create healthier relationships. My passion is to facilitate transformational change that results in greater inner peace, healthy self love and joy in life and relationships. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor I enjoy helping clients address underlying causes to symptoms like depression and anxiety. I am certified to do Neurotransmitter testing through Neuro Science and I work Holistically with an emphasis on Integrative and Functional care that focuses on the whole Being and helping clients to function optimally beyond just symptom relief.
From Life Coaching goal oriented skill development including stress and anger management to resolving major symptoms of depression, ADD, anxiety and addiction to depth oriented psychotherapy healing grief and trauma I enjoy helping.
I love helping people heal, develop and create healthier relationships. My passion is to facilitate transformational change that results in greater inner peace, healthy self love and joy in life and relationships. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor I enjoy helping clients address underlying causes to symptoms like depression and anxiety. I am certified to do Neurotransmitter testing through Neuro Science and I work Holistically with an emphasis on Integrative and Functional care that focuses on the whole Being and helping clients to function optimally beyond just symptom relief.
Gary E. Savill, Ph.D., LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Venice, FL 34284 (Online Only)
I most effectively treat persons who have one or more of the following symptoms, and/or issues: depression; anxiety; marital, family, or other relationship problems. I also have expertise in the treatment of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and geriatric mental health issues, including end of life issues. I help persons who are functioning relatively well, but want to increase ability to establish and attain goals; and increase their capacity for happiness and fulfillment in life. I specialize in empowering individuals in their quest for more satisfying romantic, social, and work relationships.
I most effectively treat persons who have one or more of the following symptoms, and/or issues: depression; anxiety; marital, family, or other relationship problems. I also have expertise in the treatment of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and geriatric mental health issues, including end of life issues. I help persons who are functioning relatively well, but want to increase ability to establish and attain goals; and increase their capacity for happiness and fulfillment in life. I specialize in empowering individuals in their quest for more satisfying romantic, social, and work relationships.
James M. Benedick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EdD
Verified Verified
Venice, FL 34285
Waitlist for new clients
Feeling depressed, anxious, hopeless? You're at the point that you've tried everything you can think of and nothing has worked? Are you feeling more and more stressed? Whether a long-standing mental health problem or something that has just cropped up, interfering with your important relationships and daily activities, I can help by introducing solutions and supporting you as you work your way to the life you want. A lot of times, simple changes in the way you communicate with your significant others can improve bad relationships quickly, improve your self-esteem, and get you back on the path of accomplishing your life goals.
Feeling depressed, anxious, hopeless? You're at the point that you've tried everything you can think of and nothing has worked? Are you feeling more and more stressed? Whether a long-standing mental health problem or something that has just cropped up, interfering with your important relationships and daily activities, I can help by introducing solutions and supporting you as you work your way to the life you want. A lot of times, simple changes in the way you communicate with your significant others can improve bad relationships quickly, improve your self-esteem, and get you back on the path of accomplishing your life goals.
Dr. Todd Snyder
Counselor, EdD, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Venice, FL 34284
Hello and welcome! Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed or worried in your life? Have you lost interest in doing things that used to be fulfilling? Are you struggling with the pain or anxiety of something that has happened in your life? Have you tried to solve these problems on your own and come to realize you need help from someone else? If your answer to any of these questions is “yes,” then you have made the right choice by being here! I know it’s difficult. You’ve quite likely been considering what to do for a very long time. I’m very pleased you’ve found me and taken the courageous step to be here.
Hello and welcome! Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed or worried in your life? Have you lost interest in doing things that used to be fulfilling? Are you struggling with the pain or anxiety of something that has happened in your life? Have you tried to solve these problems on your own and come to realize you need help from someone else? If your answer to any of these questions is “yes,” then you have made the right choice by being here! I know it’s difficult. You’ve quite likely been considering what to do for a very long time. I’m very pleased you’ve found me and taken the courageous step to be here.
Steven James Mersinger Jr
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Venice, FL 34285
There is a quote by J.R.R. Tolkien, "not all those who wander are lost". I think this is a solid descriptor of my life's journey. To the outside observer, I've looked similar to a vagabond as I've "wasted my potential" walking barefoot through Orlando serving the homeless, living in Brazil while working with at-risk children abandoned to the streets, and even more recently as I've dove into therapy with men and women struggling with sexual addiction and the fallout of effects upon their loved ones. I've wrestled with my own struggles and mental health diagnosis of OCD and now have the privilege of serving others.
There is a quote by J.R.R. Tolkien, "not all those who wander are lost". I think this is a solid descriptor of my life's journey. To the outside observer, I've looked similar to a vagabond as I've "wasted my potential" walking barefoot through Orlando serving the homeless, living in Brazil while working with at-risk children abandoned to the streets, and even more recently as I've dove into therapy with men and women struggling with sexual addiction and the fallout of effects upon their loved ones. I've wrestled with my own struggles and mental health diagnosis of OCD and now have the privilege of serving others.
Seastar Counseling Services PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Venice, FL 34293
You are a source of strength, compassion, curiosity and resilience at your innermost core. Counseling can help you enhance your ability to heal emotional wounds, reduce suffering, and lead to emotional wellness.
You are a source of strength, compassion, curiosity and resilience at your innermost core. Counseling can help you enhance your ability to heal emotional wounds, reduce suffering, and lead to emotional wellness.
Jerry E Kuhn
Counselor, MS, MBA, NCC, LMHC, QS
Verified Verified
Venice, FL 34293
Not accepting new clients
I help adults and teens who are really struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, grief, and difficult situations. I'll help you create the change you need to live a more fulfilling life. We'll work together to address and change the behaviors necessary to reduce or eliminate your symptoms. My areas of expertise include chronic depression and/or anxiety. My personal mission is to helping people find their inner strength and use it to live their best life.
I help adults and teens who are really struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, grief, and difficult situations. I'll help you create the change you need to live a more fulfilling life. We'll work together to address and change the behaviors necessary to reduce or eliminate your symptoms. My areas of expertise include chronic depression and/or anxiety. My personal mission is to helping people find their inner strength and use it to live their best life.
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Southwest Florida Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
North Port, FL 34287
I strive to work collaboratively with you to modify your thinking, coping, and stress management skills so that my role becomes obsolete.
Thank you for considering me for your mental health needs. I have helped children/adolescents with behavioral challenges, adults with mood, work, and parenting concerns, couples/families with communication issues, and elderly clients facing grief/loss. I have provided extensive assessment/consultation services to Florida's juvenile justice and child welfare systems, as well as academic testing for school-age children. One current area of interest is electronic overuse among children/adults. I understand the challenges facing youth raised in the digital age, and the work, family, and extracurricular demands on a parent's time.
I strive to work collaboratively with you to modify your thinking, coping, and stress management skills so that my role becomes obsolete.
Thank you for considering me for your mental health needs. I have helped children/adolescents with behavioral challenges, adults with mood, work, and parenting concerns, couples/families with communication issues, and elderly clients facing grief/loss. I have provided extensive assessment/consultation services to Florida's juvenile justice and child welfare systems, as well as academic testing for school-age children. One current area of interest is electronic overuse among children/adults. I understand the challenges facing youth raised in the digital age, and the work, family, and extracurricular demands on a parent's time.
James Fry
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Port, FL 34286
My ideal client is one who knows they are in need of help and are eager to take an active role in their own counseling. I encourage clients to journal, in session and after the session, to make their own record of issues covered, directions that emerged from the counseling session, to journal thoughts and feelings between sessions, and to list issues and questions to address in their next session. For counseling clients, my goal is to help them effectively and efficiently to resolve the issues that brought them into counseling. For coaching clients, my goal is to assist them to achieve excellence in the area of their choosing.
My ideal client is one who knows they are in need of help and are eager to take an active role in their own counseling. I encourage clients to journal, in session and after the session, to make their own record of issues covered, directions that emerged from the counseling session, to journal thoughts and feelings between sessions, and to list issues and questions to address in their next session. For counseling clients, my goal is to help them effectively and efficiently to resolve the issues that brought them into counseling. For coaching clients, my goal is to assist them to achieve excellence in the area of their choosing.
Online Therapists
Patrick Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palm Harbor, FL 34683
Patrick has more than eight years of experience in the mental health and addictions field, having worked in many different settings with diverse populations. Patrick is a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard and the U.S. Army, where he served multiple combat deployments. His areas of clinical expertise include: co-occurring disorders, trauma, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, male sexual trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse/addictions, anger management, crisis intervention, childhood issues, grief/loss, couples and families.
Patrick has more than eight years of experience in the mental health and addictions field, having worked in many different settings with diverse populations. Patrick is a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard and the U.S. Army, where he served multiple combat deployments. His areas of clinical expertise include: co-occurring disorders, trauma, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, male sexual trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse/addictions, anger management, crisis intervention, childhood issues, grief/loss, couples and families.
Steven E Simon
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CCC, CRC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Clearwater, FL 33760
Job issues can add stress to every aspect of your life.
Career and job issues can be among the most potent life stressors. I can help restore passion, meaning, and fulfillment to your work and life. You may be looking to find a new job or career. Or, you may be struggling with demands from your employer or family that impact on your well-being or work-life balance. Or, you may have barriers to finding or keeping a job. Whatever career issues are impacting on your life, I am here to help get you on a positive path.
Job issues can add stress to every aspect of your life.
Career and job issues can be among the most potent life stressors. I can help restore passion, meaning, and fulfillment to your work and life. You may be looking to find a new job or career. Or, you may be struggling with demands from your employer or family that impact on your well-being or work-life balance. Or, you may have barriers to finding or keeping a job. Whatever career issues are impacting on your life, I am here to help get you on a positive path.
David J Shields
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33606
In private practice, some of the challenges I have helped clients deal with include grief, low self-esteem, family conflicts, difficult child custody proceedings, caregiver guilt and stress and the dealing with the daily challenges of living with a variety of mental disorders.
Our lives are full of obstacles that that can prevent us from living life to it's fullest. Some obstacles we seem to bring upon ourselves while others are thrust upon us. Overcoming these obstacles can be difficult and sometimes painful. I see my role, as a therapist, as helping individuals identify the thoughts and emotions connected to life's challenges and dealing with them in a way which promotes understanding, growth and healing.
In private practice, some of the challenges I have helped clients deal with include grief, low self-esteem, family conflicts, difficult child custody proceedings, caregiver guilt and stress and the dealing with the daily challenges of living with a variety of mental disorders.
Our lives are full of obstacles that that can prevent us from living life to it's fullest. Some obstacles we seem to bring upon ourselves while others are thrust upon us. Overcoming these obstacles can be difficult and sometimes painful. I see my role, as a therapist, as helping individuals identify the thoughts and emotions connected to life's challenges and dealing with them in a way which promotes understanding, growth and healing.
Dr. Tim Huang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW-S, CART
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702 (Online Only)
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, stressed or even burning out? Are you having a hard time finding your own pace? Are you trying to recover from the trauma that has been haunting you from the past? Are you feeling defeated and lost? Challenges in life are painful and frustrating. However, these moments may be the starting points for a journey of self-discovery. This journey is rewarding but It can also be scary at the same time. You don't have to do this alone.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, stressed or even burning out? Are you having a hard time finding your own pace? Are you trying to recover from the trauma that has been haunting you from the past? Are you feeling defeated and lost? Challenges in life are painful and frustrating. However, these moments may be the starting points for a journey of self-discovery. This journey is rewarding but It can also be scary at the same time. You don't have to do this alone.
Christopher J Long
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33619
Something just isn't right, you are not yourself. Stress, anger, worry, sadness; it is building up and you can’t seem to shake it off. Things aren't going as planned, you are stuck, and what you doing just isn't working. You may even be experiencing self-doubt or acting in uncharacteristic ways. Where did this come from? What did I do to deserve this? How did I let this get away from me? Shame, guilt, blame, and negative thoughts are evident, it is getting hard to see the bright side. Your job, relationship, family, health, or peace of mind are at risk. It is time for a change and deep down inside, you know it.
Something just isn't right, you are not yourself. Stress, anger, worry, sadness; it is building up and you can’t seem to shake it off. Things aren't going as planned, you are stuck, and what you doing just isn't working. You may even be experiencing self-doubt or acting in uncharacteristic ways. Where did this come from? What did I do to deserve this? How did I let this get away from me? Shame, guilt, blame, and negative thoughts are evident, it is getting hard to see the bright side. Your job, relationship, family, health, or peace of mind are at risk. It is time for a change and deep down inside, you know it.
Frederick Potter
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33607 (Online Only)
Fritz Potter is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 25 years of experience with children, single parents, families, spouses, active duty, veterans, and the homeless. From his learnings and experience, Fritz has helped clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, anger, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)/trauma, substance abuse, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Fritz also counsels people who have experienced physical and emotional abuse. He is a Master Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP).
Fritz Potter is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 25 years of experience with children, single parents, families, spouses, active duty, veterans, and the homeless. From his learnings and experience, Fritz has helped clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, anger, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)/trauma, substance abuse, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Fritz also counsels people who have experienced physical and emotional abuse. He is a Master Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP).
Jerry Kuhn
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33647
My name is Jerry Kuhn and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based in Englewood, Florida. I work with clients locally in person and statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults and specialize in anxiety, stress, and trauma, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused and Trauma-Focused Therapy to facilitate change, create goals and overall just feel better.
My name is Jerry Kuhn and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based in Englewood, Florida. I work with clients locally in person and statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults and specialize in anxiety, stress, and trauma, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused and Trauma-Focused Therapy to facilitate change, create goals and overall just feel better.
Dr. Jonathan Huffman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tampa, FL 33609
Hello! My name is Dr. Jonathan Huffman. I am a licensed psychologist, board certified behavior analyst, and a certified therapist in parent child interaction therapy. My main areas of training and clinical interests are in treating symptoms associated with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and depression. In addition, to individual therapy, I also specialize in the assessment of neurodevelopmental disorders, such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), ASD, and specific learning disorders.
Hello! My name is Dr. Jonathan Huffman. I am a licensed psychologist, board certified behavior analyst, and a certified therapist in parent child interaction therapy. My main areas of training and clinical interests are in treating symptoms associated with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and depression. In addition, to individual therapy, I also specialize in the assessment of neurodevelopmental disorders, such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), ASD, and specific learning disorders.
James Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAC, SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wesley Chapel, FL 33544 (Online Only)
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Self esteem, Co-morbidity, Communication Problems, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Guilt and Shame, Impulsivity, Isolation/Loneliness, Life Purpose.
I want to thank you for taking the time to read about me. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an US Army veteran. Thru telehealth clients have been able to obtain self-awareness, acceptance and change towards impairing life experiences. Patient centered care through 3rd wave therapy interventions such as mindfulness and cognitive behavioral approaches summarizes my practice style. Experience continues to show me that awareness is the doorway to change.
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Self esteem, Co-morbidity, Communication Problems, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Guilt and Shame, Impulsivity, Isolation/Loneliness, Life Purpose.
I want to thank you for taking the time to read about me. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an US Army veteran. Thru telehealth clients have been able to obtain self-awareness, acceptance and change towards impairing life experiences. Patient centered care through 3rd wave therapy interventions such as mindfulness and cognitive behavioral approaches summarizes my practice style. Experience continues to show me that awareness is the doorway to change.
David Goguen
Counselor, LMHC, CCTS-I, CPRT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Land O Lakes, FL 34639 (Online Only)
I specialize in helping people heal from childhood trauma and from trauma/stress related chronic pain, migraines, dizziness, Fibro, chronic fatigue.
Do you want to feel more confident, more fulfilled, and more connected with yourself and with others? Do you want to treat yourself with more acceptance, compassion, and self-care? And, do you want to feel like you are living more grounded in the present moment? Sometimes, our past hurts and traumas can affect how we see ourselves, other people, and the world around us. They can affect our thoughts, feelings, and actions. And, they can cause us to act in ways that hurt the ones we love and go against our values, morals, and principles. We all want a life of meaning and purpose. I can help you achieve this.
I specialize in helping people heal from childhood trauma and from trauma/stress related chronic pain, migraines, dizziness, Fibro, chronic fatigue.
Do you want to feel more confident, more fulfilled, and more connected with yourself and with others? Do you want to treat yourself with more acceptance, compassion, and self-care? And, do you want to feel like you are living more grounded in the present moment? Sometimes, our past hurts and traumas can affect how we see ourselves, other people, and the world around us. They can affect our thoughts, feelings, and actions. And, they can cause us to act in ways that hurt the ones we love and go against our values, morals, and principles. We all want a life of meaning and purpose. I can help you achieve this.
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Male Therapists
As a man, why might I want to see a male therapist?
There are many reasons a man might wish to work with a male therapist, including a degree of shared identity, which may help client and therapist connect to each other and allow for a more free-flowing discussion of issues that can be deeply personal. Some men may feel more comfortable talking to a male therapist about relationship concerns, the pressures they feel around the roles society and family place on men, career or job challenges, self-esteem, or anger problems. For some men who have not had a male role models in their lives, a good male therapist may be especially helpful.
How can I find out about a therapist’s experience treating men?
Individuals looking for treatment should feel comfortable directly asking a therapist about their history treating men overall and the issues that arise in therapy with men. A good therapist will be happy to discuss such matters as well as their educational background, approach to treatment, and how they think they can aid a prospective client. Prospective clients should also ask what the expectation is for treatment, and what the fee structure is, and whether and which insurance plans are accepted.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with a male therapist. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges, in the case of male clients. Some women have prior negative experiences with women that predispose them to prefer working with a male in therapy. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.
Would a male therapist have specific training in treating men?
Generally, no. There are no certifications for treating men specifically, but there are continuing education classes that therapists may take that focus on treating men as a group. There are many therapists who focus on men and male issues in their treatment and therefore have experience and expertise in this domain.