Open Arms Counseling Center & Supervision
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCMHCE
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We specialize in anxiety, grief and loss, mood disorders, trauma, depression, eating disorders, relationships, and more. We are certified in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Level 3 Trained Gottman Therapy for Couples, in addition to other treatment modalities. We are here to help individuals and families of any age. We also offer board approved supervision to RMHCI's. With all of our therapists, we believe change begins with you and anything is possible with God.
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) is proven processing for past traumatic events. Gottman Theory for Couples is a proven method that helps build a sound relationship by learning communication skills that benefit each partner in the marriage. Group parenting therapy is available to heal, strengthen relationships, and improve family safety.
Linda Ritch, a retired military spouse is certified in EMDR and Gottman Theory (couples), and a board approved supervisor. Amy Foss specializes in helping children, teens, and young adults. Jessica Atkins is a former military wife/mother of five, trained in Gottman Theory and EMDR. Merari Candelario is our Spanish speaking therapist.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $150
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Florida Blue
- Optum
- Oscar Behavioral Health
- TRICARE
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Open Arms Counseling Center & Supervision
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCMHCE
Email us or call with questions - (904) 853-3016
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Florida / MH18759 Linda Ritch
- Attended Liberty University
- Certificate from American Counseling Association 6445368
- Certificate from NBCC 1272883 / 2019
- Degree/Diploma from Liberty University Master's Professional Counseling / 2018
Counselor: Linda Ritch
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Open Arms Counseling Center & Supervision
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCMHCE
Email us or call with questions - (904) 853-3016
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Relationship Issues
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Addiction
- Alcohol Use
- Anger Management
- Bipolar Disorder
- Child
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Emotional Disturbance
- Gambling
- Grief
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Women's Issues
Open Arms Counseling Center & Supervision
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCMHCE
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (904) 853-3016
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
I also speak
Spanish
Religion
Christian
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
I also speak
Spanish
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Christian Counseling
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- EMDR
- Emotionally Focused
- Family / Marital
- Gottman Method
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Trained in Gottman Couples Therapy
Open Arms Counseling Center & Supervision
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCMHCE
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (904) 853-3016
Location
Primary Location
Open Arms Counseling Center
12443 San Jose Blvd.
Suite 401
Jacksonville, FL 32223
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Counties
Neighborhoods
Open Arms Counseling Center & Supervision
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCMHCE
Take the first step to help. Call now - (904) 853-3016