Gwen H. Pearlstein
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, MFT
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34231
In marital/family therapy, I work with couples and family systems experiencing turmoil in their relationship.
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.
In marital/family therapy, I work with couples and family systems experiencing turmoil in their relationship.
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.
(941) 548-4206 View (941) 548-4206
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Anthony Warner
Pre-Licensed Professional, RCSWI, MSW
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34239
I work with a wide range of concerns, including individual, marriage and couples counseling.
If you are feeling like you want a change in your life, hit an obstacle you can't overcome, need some direction to where you feel you should be, or just need someone to talk to, I am here for you.
I work with a wide range of concerns, including individual, marriage and couples counseling.
If you are feeling like you want a change in your life, hit an obstacle you can't overcome, need some direction to where you feel you should be, or just need someone to talk to, I am here for you.
(406) 630-6236 View (406) 630-6236
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Tanya Ruiz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, Therapy, QS-CSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34230  (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients -Treating Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Bipolar or troubled relationships. Together we will unstuck life by finding the balance you are looking for. You deserve to be heard. Life can be overwhelming. It is time to take care of YOU. I am glad you are taking the first steps to feel better and resolve the concerns that have been bothering you and keeping you away from living the meaningful happier life you want to live. Perhaps you've been struggling with depression, anxiety, grief or troubled marital relationships? Maybe you've had a crisis and need help to get back on track, let's start to rebuild you back up.
Accepting New Clients -Treating Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Bipolar or troubled relationships. Together we will unstuck life by finding the balance you are looking for. You deserve to be heard. Life can be overwhelming. It is time to take care of YOU. I am glad you are taking the first steps to feel better and resolve the concerns that have been bothering you and keeping you away from living the meaningful happier life you want to live. Perhaps you've been struggling with depression, anxiety, grief or troubled marital relationships? Maybe you've had a crisis and need help to get back on track, let's start to rebuild you back up.
(321) 607-3562 View (321) 607-3562
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Joel Bernstein
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, LPN, MA
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34239
Waitlist for new clients
Many of us struggle with conflicting thoughts and emotions. Facing challenging decisions, navigating intimate relationships and family, and carrying too many responsibilities can be overwhelming and often too difficult to work though alone. Unresolved issues and traumas can lead to feeling "stuck" rather than taking steps towards finding solutions and healing. Many people resort to "quick fixes" when feeling lonely, anxious, or depressed, instead of addressing the root cause of the pain and discomfort. My experiences and training allow me to help you find tools within yourself to discover new perspectives and cultivate new skills.
Many of us struggle with conflicting thoughts and emotions. Facing challenging decisions, navigating intimate relationships and family, and carrying too many responsibilities can be overwhelming and often too difficult to work though alone. Unresolved issues and traumas can lead to feeling "stuck" rather than taking steps towards finding solutions and healing. Many people resort to "quick fixes" when feeling lonely, anxious, or depressed, instead of addressing the root cause of the pain and discomfort. My experiences and training allow me to help you find tools within yourself to discover new perspectives and cultivate new skills.
(941) 444-5688 View (941) 444-5688
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Teri Callender
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PA-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34239
Are you feeling stressed, anxious, depressed or stuck? Let me help you identify and make changes that will move you toward emotional health. As a licensed therapist and psychiatric physician assistant, I am uniquely qualified to provide psychotherapy and prescribe medications that help you restore mental wellness. Psychotherapy creates a confidential and safe space to reflect on our lives, learn more about ourselves, identify obstacles, adopt new strategies and make changes. For some, the addition of psychiatric medication further helps to rebalance and optimize brain functioning.
Are you feeling stressed, anxious, depressed or stuck? Let me help you identify and make changes that will move you toward emotional health. As a licensed therapist and psychiatric physician assistant, I am uniquely qualified to provide psychotherapy and prescribe medications that help you restore mental wellness. Psychotherapy creates a confidential and safe space to reflect on our lives, learn more about ourselves, identify obstacles, adopt new strategies and make changes. For some, the addition of psychiatric medication further helps to rebalance and optimize brain functioning.
(941) 320-5454 View (941) 320-5454
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Crosby Counseling Center
PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34243
My primary goal is to provide you with relief and improvement in functioning and well-being. I will work closely with you while we help to move you to a more positive and functional situation. We will work together collaboratively to relieve your distress and establish a strong and mutually trusting therapeutic relationship. The most important part of the experience will be to instill and foster hope, to help you see positive change, and to make sure that you feel supported. You are not alone.
My primary goal is to provide you with relief and improvement in functioning and well-being. I will work closely with you while we help to move you to a more positive and functional situation. We will work together collaboratively to relieve your distress and establish a strong and mutually trusting therapeutic relationship. The most important part of the experience will be to instill and foster hope, to help you see positive change, and to make sure that you feel supported. You are not alone.
(941) 256-2785 View (941) 256-2785
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Changing Phases
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34232
My outlook on life is that we are all on a journey. Some people move faster than others. Some need a helping hand along the way; but we can all arrive to where we are going, where we want to be…every single one of us. I am here to help motivate when you lack motivation. I am here to listen when you feel unheard. I am here to push when you feel weak, or pull when you don’t feel strong enough. I’m also here to sit with you when you aren’t ready or feel unable to make a decision. I am here at your pace.
My outlook on life is that we are all on a journey. Some people move faster than others. Some need a helping hand along the way; but we can all arrive to where we are going, where we want to be…every single one of us. I am here to help motivate when you lack motivation. I am here to listen when you feel unheard. I am here to push when you feel weak, or pull when you don’t feel strong enough. I’m also here to sit with you when you aren’t ready or feel unable to make a decision. I am here at your pace.
(224) 218-5276 View (224) 218-5276
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Tammie Cooke
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ADC
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34230
I am dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of individuals who are battling addiction. My goal is to be a beacon of hope and support for individuals as they embark on their journey to recovery. I am dedicated to empowering them with the tools and strategies needed to overcome addiction and lead fulfilling, healthy lives. I am committed to fostering a safe and non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their challenges, develop coping mechanisms, and ultimately find a path to sobriety.
I am dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of individuals who are battling addiction. My goal is to be a beacon of hope and support for individuals as they embark on their journey to recovery. I am dedicated to empowering them with the tools and strategies needed to overcome addiction and lead fulfilling, healthy lives. I am committed to fostering a safe and non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their challenges, develop coping mechanisms, and ultimately find a path to sobriety.
(704) 459-8622 View (704) 459-8622
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Rochelle Carson
PA-C
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34233  (Online Only)
(941) 214-2819 View (941) 214-2819

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Dora Limoncelli
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Osprey, FL 34229  (Online Only)
What is the goal of Mental Health Counseling? To explore the client's own energy and determination to reverse a cycle of behaviors that are destructive to self and relationships. I strive to create a counseling relationship that is non judgmental, safe, secure, and accepting. You, the client, are unique, worthy and capable of change. You can move from a position of helplessness to a feeling of control and responsibility for your own behaviors and determine your own destiny. Call my office to discuss ways I can assist you in leading a happier and healthier life.
What is the goal of Mental Health Counseling? To explore the client's own energy and determination to reverse a cycle of behaviors that are destructive to self and relationships. I strive to create a counseling relationship that is non judgmental, safe, secure, and accepting. You, the client, are unique, worthy and capable of change. You can move from a position of helplessness to a feeling of control and responsibility for your own behaviors and determine your own destiny. Call my office to discuss ways I can assist you in leading a happier and healthier life.
(941) 677-8966 View (941) 677-8966
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Marly Ayala-Icaza
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bradenton, FL 34210
Multicultural and Multilingual Mental Health Counselor with Nursing degree specialized in acute psychiatric patients, crisis intervention, personality disorders and pain management
Multicultural and Multilingual Mental Health Counselor with Nursing degree specialized in acute psychiatric patients, crisis intervention, personality disorders and pain management
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Yaro Garcia Therapy Treatment Team, LLC.
Counselor, PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Fort Myers, FL 33907
If you are struggling with past/current something personal or perhaps family/marriage/children/relationships-I can help.
Hello, I'm Dr. Yaro Garcia, please call me Yaro. I am a licensed mental health counselor with extensive training in clinical psychology, cognition, and trauma. I have 14 years of clinical practice. In addition to my work with clients, I also share my expertise as a professor and recognized speaker on topics related to mental health and wellness including complex trauma and treatment techniques.
If you are struggling with past/current something personal or perhaps family/marriage/children/relationships-I can help.
Hello, I'm Dr. Yaro Garcia, please call me Yaro. I am a licensed mental health counselor with extensive training in clinical psychology, cognition, and trauma. I have 14 years of clinical practice. In addition to my work with clients, I also share my expertise as a professor and recognized speaker on topics related to mental health and wellness including complex trauma and treatment techniques.
(239) 537-9646 View (239) 537-9646
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Cheryl A. O'Connell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, BC-TMH, TPMC996
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Davenport, FL 33837  (Online Only)
Relationships, Marriage, Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Family Conflict, Teenager, Grief (family, friends or pets). With over 20yrs of therapeutic experience my overall passion is helping Individuals, Teens, Couples & Families discover the truth in their current circumstances & together developing a peaceful, livable solution. ALL appointments are Virtual Telemental Health. I look forward to meeting and working with you.
Relationships, Marriage, Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Family Conflict, Teenager, Grief (family, friends or pets). With over 20yrs of therapeutic experience my overall passion is helping Individuals, Teens, Couples & Families discover the truth in their current circumstances & together developing a peaceful, livable solution. ALL appointments are Virtual Telemental Health. I look forward to meeting and working with you.
(404) 919-7334 View (404) 919-7334
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Peace and Hope Counseling
Counselor, PsyD, LMHC, MA, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tampa, FL 33606
A warmest hello to you. I am doctor of Clinical Psychology. I also hold a Master of Science degree in General Psychology, and a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy. I am a trained EMDR therapist as well. I have over 15 years of working in the mental health field and being a psychotherapist and a clinician is my calling.
A warmest hello to you. I am doctor of Clinical Psychology. I also hold a Master of Science degree in General Psychology, and a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy. I am a trained EMDR therapist as well. I have over 15 years of working in the mental health field and being a psychotherapist and a clinician is my calling.
(813) 492-2249 View (813) 492-2249
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Star Point Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brandon, FL 33510
Whether you just want a safe place to sort things out, or you want professional help with your anxiety, stress, anger management, parenting skills, depression, addiction, grief & loss, separation & divorce, PTSD, relationship, marriage, teenager(s), family dynamics, job stress, etc.
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.
Whether you just want a safe place to sort things out, or you want professional help with your anxiety, stress, anger management, parenting skills, depression, addiction, grief & loss, separation & divorce, PTSD, relationship, marriage, teenager(s), family dynamics, job stress, etc.
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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Everyone's Counseling Center, Inc.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LMFT, LCSW, MD, ARNP
Not Verified Not Verified
Clermont, FL 34711
We address many of your concerns regarding divorce, marriage, premarriage counseling, children's issues, sexual abuse to your family and coping skills regarding that trauma.
Everyone's Counseling Center (ECC); A not-for-profit private practice: Our mission: To provide the highest quality of mental health guidance to individuals, couples & families, older adults & families, for grief and bereavement, crisis intervention, cultural adjustment, addictions, career & vocational testing, . Our therapists are all employees of ECC & committed spiritually by Faith & professionally licensed or in the process of licensure in the State of Florida. Therapy is provided to you regardless of creed, sexuality, ethnicity, or religious background. Our goal is to guide you and/or your family through the process of healing.
We address many of your concerns regarding divorce, marriage, premarriage counseling, children's issues, sexual abuse to your family and coping skills regarding that trauma.
Everyone's Counseling Center (ECC); A not-for-profit private practice: Our mission: To provide the highest quality of mental health guidance to individuals, couples & families, older adults & families, for grief and bereavement, crisis intervention, cultural adjustment, addictions, career & vocational testing, . Our therapists are all employees of ECC & committed spiritually by Faith & professionally licensed or in the process of licensure in the State of Florida. Therapy is provided to you regardless of creed, sexuality, ethnicity, or religious background. Our goal is to guide you and/or your family through the process of healing.
(407) 910-1223 View (407) 910-1223
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Affordable Counseling Center of Florida
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33606
We offer in person and online counseling. We have a sliding scale from $60 - $120. We are available days, evenings and weekends for your convenience. We do not accept Medicaid. The Counseling Team specializes in working with couples, families, individual,s troubled teens & children. We help with marriage and couples counseling, depression, stress, anxiety, trauma, co-dependency issues, addiction, anger issues, communication skills, fighting fairly, and other sources of stress that compromise the quality of a person's daily life experience.
We offer in person and online counseling. We have a sliding scale from $60 - $120. We are available days, evenings and weekends for your convenience. We do not accept Medicaid. The Counseling Team specializes in working with couples, families, individual,s troubled teens & children. We help with marriage and couples counseling, depression, stress, anxiety, trauma, co-dependency issues, addiction, anger issues, communication skills, fighting fairly, and other sources of stress that compromise the quality of a person's daily life experience.
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Star Point Counseling Center
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Brandon, FL 33511
We offer in person, online & phone sessions. We have a sliding scale from $60 - $120. We are available days, evenings and weekends for your convenience. We accept UBH, BCBS out of network , Aetna, & CIGNA. We do not accept Medicaid. The Counseling Team specializes in working with couples, families, marriage, couples counseling, troubled teens, children, communication skills, fighting fairly, individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, co-dependency issues, addiction, anger management, and other sources of stress that compromise the quality of a person's life experience.
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(813) 212-3207 View (813) 212-3207
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Neuropsychiatric Institute
Verified Verified
Tampa, FL 33607
The Neuropsychiatric Institute provides extensive outpatient Behavioral Health Services in the Tampa Bay Area. Our clinical staff is made up of Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Social Workers, and Mental Health Counselors. We use a multidisciplinary team approach to treatment.
The Neuropsychiatric Institute provides extensive outpatient Behavioral Health Services in the Tampa Bay Area. Our clinical staff is made up of Psychiatrists, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Social Workers, and Mental Health Counselors. We use a multidisciplinary team approach to treatment.
(941) 241-2041 View (941) 241-2041
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Maria Romanchak
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Land O Lakes, FL 34639  (Online Only)
I am thrilled to welcome people to therapy and to be a part of their journey toward healing and personal growth. Taking this step is a courageous and significant decision, and I am here to support them every step of the way. I have been a Licensed Mental Health Counselor since 2013 with over 15 years of experience in the Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder field. I have extensive experience working with people with addiction, significant life stressors, familial issues and working with teens.
I am thrilled to welcome people to therapy and to be a part of their journey toward healing and personal growth. Taking this step is a courageous and significant decision, and I am here to support them every step of the way. I have been a Licensed Mental Health Counselor since 2013 with over 15 years of experience in the Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder field. I have extensive experience working with people with addiction, significant life stressors, familial issues and working with teens.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.