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Hannah Salazar
Counselor, LMHC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Melbourne, FL 32940  (Online Only)
My name is Hannah Salazar and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio. I started my mental health counselor journey back in 2016 and since then I have worked with ages 3-93. My prior training includes being trained as a neuropsychological psychometrist and will often utilize some mental health assessments in session in order to obtain objective data that will help me to help you. I utilize ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) during sessions and will often pull from both theories.
My name is Hannah Salazar and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio. I started my mental health counselor journey back in 2016 and since then I have worked with ages 3-93. My prior training includes being trained as a neuropsychological psychometrist and will often utilize some mental health assessments in session in order to obtain objective data that will help me to help you. I utilize ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) during sessions and will often pull from both theories.
(937) 932-1116 View (937) 932-1116
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Positive Behavioral Solutions, LLC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Melbourne, FL 32935
We are a behavioral health agency that provides quality mental health counseling, social services and psychosocial rehabilitation services. Our approach to counseling is solution focused, client centered, supportive and insight oriented and is for those seeking to make a positive change in their life. Our psychosocial rehabilitation services can help you restore social skills, life skills, and vocational skills. These services can be provided in office and the comforts of your home dependent upon your insurance coverage. We are here to assist you with achieving positive outcomes in all aspects of your life.
We are a behavioral health agency that provides quality mental health counseling, social services and psychosocial rehabilitation services. Our approach to counseling is solution focused, client centered, supportive and insight oriented and is for those seeking to make a positive change in their life. Our psychosocial rehabilitation services can help you restore social skills, life skills, and vocational skills. These services can be provided in office and the comforts of your home dependent upon your insurance coverage. We are here to assist you with achieving positive outcomes in all aspects of your life.
(321) 441-3428 View (321) 441-3428
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Lindsay Rubel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melbourne, FL 32901
Waitlist for new clients
Life can be hard. Asking for help and guidance can be even more difficult. Lindsay provides convenient night and weekend hours, along with Telehealth, to help make the therapy process easier for you. Everyone has a unique story to be told and no two stories are alike. Every person deserves a personalized approach to therapy. Lindsay believes in empowering clients to find their true potential through individualized, empathetic care. Lindsay's goal is to meet each client where they are and to help them focus on how to achieve their goals.
Life can be hard. Asking for help and guidance can be even more difficult. Lindsay provides convenient night and weekend hours, along with Telehealth, to help make the therapy process easier for you. Everyone has a unique story to be told and no two stories are alike. Every person deserves a personalized approach to therapy. Lindsay believes in empowering clients to find their true potential through individualized, empathetic care. Lindsay's goal is to meet each client where they are and to help them focus on how to achieve their goals.
(321) 273-8096 View (321) 273-8096
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Lori Michelle Jones
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA
Verified Verified
Melbourne, FL 32940
Human beings were not meant to struggle alone! It can sometimes feel like happiness and peace of mind are elusive leaving one feeling stuck, isolated, and afraid. I passionately believe people possess the power to transform their lives given a safe space to share, unconditional acceptance, and tools to enhance emotional well being. It would be my honor to provide you each of these things in your healing journey.
Human beings were not meant to struggle alone! It can sometimes feel like happiness and peace of mind are elusive leaving one feeling stuck, isolated, and afraid. I passionately believe people possess the power to transform their lives given a safe space to share, unconditional acceptance, and tools to enhance emotional well being. It would be my honor to provide you each of these things in your healing journey.
(321) 241-9986 View (321) 241-9986
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Laurie Paquette
Psychologist, PhD, QS-MHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Melbourne, FL 32940
You're probably here because something in your life isn't going as well as you'd like. Tired of being stuck at home, feeling more alone, isolated from friends and loved ones. These are challenging times and taking care of your mental health needs is important. I have 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with a variety of challenges including anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and more. Let me help you feel better and lead a happier, healthier life! Thanks for reading my profile, I look forward to seeing you soon.
You're probably here because something in your life isn't going as well as you'd like. Tired of being stuck at home, feeling more alone, isolated from friends and loved ones. These are challenging times and taking care of your mental health needs is important. I have 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with a variety of challenges including anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and more. Let me help you feel better and lead a happier, healthier life! Thanks for reading my profile, I look forward to seeing you soon.
(321) 221-5502 View (321) 221-5502
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Angela Bryan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, RMHCI, TBRI, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melbourne, FL 32940
You are not alone! Life is hard, and experiences shape us. If negative thoughts and feelings keep coming at you; if your coping strategies are not working; if you are struggling with adjusting to life challenges, or are dealing with difficult relationships or family conflict; if you are in need of emotional or behavioral support for yourself or your child; then let’s find a way forward together. I work with children and adults from all backgrounds and look at the individual from a holistic, strength-based, trauma-informed perspective. I will create a judgment-free, safe zone for you or your child to heal and move towards thriving.
You are not alone! Life is hard, and experiences shape us. If negative thoughts and feelings keep coming at you; if your coping strategies are not working; if you are struggling with adjusting to life challenges, or are dealing with difficult relationships or family conflict; if you are in need of emotional or behavioral support for yourself or your child; then let’s find a way forward together. I work with children and adults from all backgrounds and look at the individual from a holistic, strength-based, trauma-informed perspective. I will create a judgment-free, safe zone for you or your child to heal and move towards thriving.
(321) 449-7480 View (321) 449-7480
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Ruth Olmstead
Counselor, PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Melbourne, FL 32940
Hello, I'm Dr. Ruth Olmstead and I have been practicing in Florida for 20 years. I utilize a multi modal, non-drug approach to the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma, ADHD, Learning Disorders, as well as a variety of other disorders. I use the latest high tech, non-drug approaches with individual therapy to address a variety of disorders and issues. I believe in maximizing your personal growth, and focus on helping you find greater joy in life, as well as gaining personal insight and finding better ways to cope with life's changes, challenges, and stresses.
Hello, I'm Dr. Ruth Olmstead and I have been practicing in Florida for 20 years. I utilize a multi modal, non-drug approach to the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma, ADHD, Learning Disorders, as well as a variety of other disorders. I use the latest high tech, non-drug approaches with individual therapy to address a variety of disorders and issues. I believe in maximizing your personal growth, and focus on helping you find greater joy in life, as well as gaining personal insight and finding better ways to cope with life's changes, challenges, and stresses.
(321) 415-5596 View (321) 415-5596
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Dr. Megan L Scharett
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
Melbourne, FL 32935
Let's make change happen together. We will strive to free you from the past or present concerns that have been holding you back and move you toward a better future. We will set goals and work to meet each of them. A sense of trust and understanding will be developed in order to establish a safe, comfortable, therapeutic environment. You will find that I will provide you the encouragement, motivation, and desire to create meaningful and lasting change in your life. My calm and warm demeanor coupled with cognitive behavioral techniques make my office the place to be.
Let's make change happen together. We will strive to free you from the past or present concerns that have been holding you back and move you toward a better future. We will set goals and work to meet each of them. A sense of trust and understanding will be developed in order to establish a safe, comfortable, therapeutic environment. You will find that I will provide you the encouragement, motivation, and desire to create meaningful and lasting change in your life. My calm and warm demeanor coupled with cognitive behavioral techniques make my office the place to be.
(407) 512-6294 View (407) 512-6294
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Tammy Lajoie Therapeutic Behavior Health Wellness
MA, NASMBCS, ACT, TF-CBT, PRELMHC
Verified Verified
Melbourne, FL 32940
Lifes unique journey requires empowering souls to understand their triggers and need for healthy coping skills and addressing concerns. I believe counseling helps individuals better understand their behaviors, thoughts, and feelings, while discovering and implementing more effective communication and interaction skills. Counseling is a professional therapeutic relationship and I am dedicated to helping all individuals who struggle. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, adjustment, PTSD, emotional dysregulation, trauma, chronic illness and diagnosis, relationships, and social factors, together we can make progress.
Lifes unique journey requires empowering souls to understand their triggers and need for healthy coping skills and addressing concerns. I believe counseling helps individuals better understand their behaviors, thoughts, and feelings, while discovering and implementing more effective communication and interaction skills. Counseling is a professional therapeutic relationship and I am dedicated to helping all individuals who struggle. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, adjustment, PTSD, emotional dysregulation, trauma, chronic illness and diagnosis, relationships, and social factors, together we can make progress.
(321) 257-2674 View (321) 257-2674
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The Mentor's Place, Inc. Ann M W-Brown, Counselor
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PhD, CAP, ICADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melbourne, FL 32935  (Online Only)
Change is possible! There is hope in times of hopelessness. Sometimes we may feel overwhelmed by our circumstances, but we can begin again with life renewed through counseling and life coaching. Our years of experience have taught us that change is always possible. Take the first step by giving us a call today. We currently provide services through Teletherapy/Telehealth only. You can reach us via phone call, text, or email.
Change is possible! There is hope in times of hopelessness. Sometimes we may feel overwhelmed by our circumstances, but we can begin again with life renewed through counseling and life coaching. Our years of experience have taught us that change is always possible. Take the first step by giving us a call today. We currently provide services through Teletherapy/Telehealth only. You can reach us via phone call, text, or email.
(321) 341-2060 View (321) 341-2060
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Kristin K Wallace
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, NCC, MFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Melbourne, FL 32935
When your family life starts to devolve, life can begin to feel out of control, leading to feelings of powerlessness and helplessness. Family means Love. Family means Connection. Family means Life. And when "family" isn't exhibiting these valuable experiences, it can often affect the way we feel about ourselves and others. Families come to me for help with issues such as divorce, infidelity, parenting stress and much more.
When your family life starts to devolve, life can begin to feel out of control, leading to feelings of powerlessness and helplessness. Family means Love. Family means Connection. Family means Life. And when "family" isn't exhibiting these valuable experiences, it can often affect the way we feel about ourselves and others. Families come to me for help with issues such as divorce, infidelity, parenting stress and much more.
(321) 607-8082 View (321) 607-8082
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Michelle M. Hawks
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Melbourne, FL 32901
Are you ready to live your best life, but feel overwhelmed, stuck, and unsure how to manage your life, your relationships, and your emotions? Does life feel inauthentic and unbalanced? When life feels this way, it may seem like the whole world is collapsing around you. Remaining complacent won't change the situation. The first step is taking action to change things.
Are you ready to live your best life, but feel overwhelmed, stuck, and unsure how to manage your life, your relationships, and your emotions? Does life feel inauthentic and unbalanced? When life feels this way, it may seem like the whole world is collapsing around you. Remaining complacent won't change the situation. The first step is taking action to change things.
(321) 244-3447 View (321) 244-3447
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Audrey Jean Jones
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melbourne, FL 32940
As a mindfulness-based clinician, I serve individuals, couples, families, and children. It is my intention to guide clients in growing beyond the conflicts that initiated therapy. Often times, people embark on therapy, unknowing why problems persist. Therapy is a journey in which I intend to assist clients in uncovering the unknowns to create a more meaningful life, to better navigate life stressors/unexpected events, and increase confidence in decision making. With intervention and therapeutic alliance, we will work together to reduce the internal conflicts that may contribute to the external problems.
As a mindfulness-based clinician, I serve individuals, couples, families, and children. It is my intention to guide clients in growing beyond the conflicts that initiated therapy. Often times, people embark on therapy, unknowing why problems persist. Therapy is a journey in which I intend to assist clients in uncovering the unknowns to create a more meaningful life, to better navigate life stressors/unexpected events, and increase confidence in decision making. With intervention and therapeutic alliance, we will work together to reduce the internal conflicts that may contribute to the external problems.
(321) 290-1606 View (321) 290-1606
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Valerie Allen
EdD, NCSP, CCM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melbourne, FL 32901
Dr. Valerie Allen specializes in working with children, adolescents, and their families. She works with youngsters who have learning, behavior, medical, and/or social skills issues. She offers supportive counseling, direction, understanding, and referrals for ongoing care. She focuses on life-long skills for positive socialization and independent living. She also provides case management and coordination of related services between schools, colleges, and community agencies. She published a workbook for teens, "Go to the Guidance Office and Ask the Counselor About Career Choices," available on Amazon. Amazon.com/author/valerieallen
Dr. Valerie Allen specializes in working with children, adolescents, and their families. She works with youngsters who have learning, behavior, medical, and/or social skills issues. She offers supportive counseling, direction, understanding, and referrals for ongoing care. She focuses on life-long skills for positive socialization and independent living. She also provides case management and coordination of related services between schools, colleges, and community agencies. She published a workbook for teens, "Go to the Guidance Office and Ask the Counselor About Career Choices," available on Amazon. Amazon.com/author/valerieallen
(321) 710-2195 View (321) 710-2195
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Stephanie Byrd
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Melbourne, FL 32901
Whether you are looking for support and guidance through a challenging situation or just ready to move in a different direction, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. You can look forward to sessions that are catered to meet the unique needs of each individual, couple, or family creating balance, connection, clarity, and purpose.
Whether you are looking for support and guidance through a challenging situation or just ready to move in a different direction, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. You can look forward to sessions that are catered to meet the unique needs of each individual, couple, or family creating balance, connection, clarity, and purpose.
(321) 800-2641 View (321) 800-2641
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Jennifer J. Ahearn
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
Melbourne, FL 32935
Are you having relationship difficulties? Would you like to increase your communication skills and feel closer to your partner and your children? Do you want to feel more balanced, less anxious and depressed? Do you feel you have experienced a trauma and are stuck in your development or relationship with yourself or those you care about? A person is affected by influences and experiences, through family life, social, and work environments throughout the lifetime. Growth and learning are life-long endeavors. Would you like to feel more fulfilled in your relationships? Call me today.
Are you having relationship difficulties? Would you like to increase your communication skills and feel closer to your partner and your children? Do you want to feel more balanced, less anxious and depressed? Do you feel you have experienced a trauma and are stuck in your development or relationship with yourself or those you care about? A person is affected by influences and experiences, through family life, social, and work environments throughout the lifetime. Growth and learning are life-long endeavors. Would you like to feel more fulfilled in your relationships? Call me today.
(321) 265-3936 View (321) 265-3936
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Violeta Luna
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Melbourne, FL 32940  (Online Only)
Many times in life, we can overcome difficult situations by learning about ourselves and how we can approach future struggles differently. However, when we exhaust our coping skills, or past events and memories become too overwhelming, we need help. I am equipped to work with clients on their specific issues, either temporary or chronic. My general approach is to address clients' wellness in the 'body, mind, and spirit dimensions to facilitate their growth and development in life.
Many times in life, we can overcome difficult situations by learning about ourselves and how we can approach future struggles differently. However, when we exhaust our coping skills, or past events and memories become too overwhelming, we need help. I am equipped to work with clients on their specific issues, either temporary or chronic. My general approach is to address clients' wellness in the 'body, mind, and spirit dimensions to facilitate their growth and development in life.
(321) 459-6846 View (321) 459-6846
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Arlena Sharpe Brookins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Melbourne, FL 32940
I believe in working with the total person: mind, body, and spirit. I assist clients in finding their own personal strength, wisdom, and enlightenment. I have experience working with neurotypical and neurodiverse individuals, couples, and families struggling with a myriad of issues, including substance use, relationships, anxiety, grief, and trauma. I work with the client’s strengths while helping each to examine themself, their environment, and the relationship between the two. The change is in you. I am here to help.
I believe in working with the total person: mind, body, and spirit. I assist clients in finding their own personal strength, wisdom, and enlightenment. I have experience working with neurotypical and neurodiverse individuals, couples, and families struggling with a myriad of issues, including substance use, relationships, anxiety, grief, and trauma. I work with the client’s strengths while helping each to examine themself, their environment, and the relationship between the two. The change is in you. I am here to help.
(321) 241-2569 View (321) 241-2569
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Tracey Leigh Spradling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melbourne, FL 32935
As a licensed marriage and family therapist I work with individuals, couples, adolescents and young children in many areas from life adjustments and stress to academic and behavior issues. I offer an approach that is tailored to the needs of the individual. I strive to provide an environment where the client feels safe, valued, and encouraged to explore and discover within themselves a healthier approach to life's difficulties.
As a licensed marriage and family therapist I work with individuals, couples, adolescents and young children in many areas from life adjustments and stress to academic and behavior issues. I offer an approach that is tailored to the needs of the individual. I strive to provide an environment where the client feels safe, valued, and encouraged to explore and discover within themselves a healthier approach to life's difficulties.
(321) 684-7047 x266 View (321) 684-7047 x266
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Brittany Bartusek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, QS
Verified Verified
Melbourne, FL 32937  (Online Only)
I have over 10 years of experience working with new medical diagnosis, medical complications, and health related difficulties affecting daily living. I work often with individuals experiencing anxiety, workplace stress, family dynamics and relationship stress, advocacy, trauma, first responders, and grief. I also offer couples or marriage counseling.
I have over 10 years of experience working with new medical diagnosis, medical complications, and health related difficulties affecting daily living. I work often with individuals experiencing anxiety, workplace stress, family dynamics and relationship stress, advocacy, trauma, first responders, and grief. I also offer couples or marriage counseling.
(321) 334-4707 View (321) 334-4707
Women's Issues Therapists

How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?

It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.

How can women prepare for therapy?

Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.

How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?

As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?

Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.