Therapists in Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Lawrence A O'Toole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
For the past 30 years I have worked with adolescents, adults couples and families facing a variety of life stressors My therapeutic approach is tailored to the individual needs of each individual, couple or family. I use insight oriented psychodynamic therapy as well as cognitive behavioral, and dialectical behavior therapy to help clients understand their feelings, thoughts and behavior and implement tools to increase resilience, restore their sense of self, and improve their. self- esteem My specialties include; anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, ADHD, adolescent and young adult adjustment issue, school difficulties, and the treatment of war zone trauma and trauma experienced by firefighters, and police.
For the past 30 years I have worked with adolescents, adults couples and families facing a variety of life stressors My therapeutic approach is tailored to the individual needs of each individual, couple or family. I use insight oriented psychodynamic therapy as well as cognitive behavioral, and dialectical behavior therapy to help clients understand their feelings, thoughts and behavior and implement tools to increase resilience, restore their sense of self, and improve their. self- esteem My specialties include; anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, ADHD, adolescent and young adult adjustment issue, school difficulties, and the treatment of war zone trauma and trauma experienced by firefighters, and police.
Nancy Thurston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33403
My practice offers individual, and family therapy. My areas of expertise include depression, bipolar disorder, sexual abuse and trauma, grief, and stress management. I have been practicing mental health for 34 years. I believe that I am exceptional at dealing with grief and loss issues, whether it be the loss of a loved one through death, a debilitating disease like Alzheimer's or grappling with a childhood where you did not get what you needed.
My practice offers individual, and family therapy. My areas of expertise include depression, bipolar disorder, sexual abuse and trauma, grief, and stress management. I have been practicing mental health for 34 years. I believe that I am exceptional at dealing with grief and loss issues, whether it be the loss of a loved one through death, a debilitating disease like Alzheimer's or grappling with a childhood where you did not get what you needed.
Erin Pallard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
I offer in person and online counseling for women who have experienced narcissistic abuse, as well as EMDR for anxiety & trauma. On the outside, you look like you have it all together, but on the inside you feel like you are falling apart. You give 100% at work and in your relationships, but you still feel like you aren’t good enough. It’s been so long since you put yourself first. Instead, you’re constantly worried about even the smallest details and you’ve been focusing exclusively on others, bending over backwards to please all the people in your life, hoping that one day it will be reciprocated and lead to happiness.
I offer in person and online counseling for women who have experienced narcissistic abuse, as well as EMDR for anxiety & trauma. On the outside, you look like you have it all together, but on the inside you feel like you are falling apart. You give 100% at work and in your relationships, but you still feel like you aren’t good enough. It’s been so long since you put yourself first. Instead, you’re constantly worried about even the smallest details and you’ve been focusing exclusively on others, bending over backwards to please all the people in your life, hoping that one day it will be reciprocated and lead to happiness.
Yasmyne Salhia
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Mental health is essential to personal well-being, as well as, fundamental in living a fulfilled, meaningful life. I believe everyone has the ability to empower one’s self and break through barriers that have set them off course in their journey toward self acceptance and happiness. I treat clients with compassion, understanding, and believe everyone can change their patterns, tendencies and learned skills with a safe space to explore these patterns that have served a purpose at one point. At some point one may recognize change is needed and through therapy we can work together to work on helping you reach your goals.
Mental health is essential to personal well-being, as well as, fundamental in living a fulfilled, meaningful life. I believe everyone has the ability to empower one’s self and break through barriers that have set them off course in their journey toward self acceptance and happiness. I treat clients with compassion, understanding, and believe everyone can change their patterns, tendencies and learned skills with a safe space to explore these patterns that have served a purpose at one point. At some point one may recognize change is needed and through therapy we can work together to work on helping you reach your goals.
Nityia Lathan
Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33403
Congratulations on taking the first step towards improving your mental well-being. Life's challenges can be overwhelming, and finding the right therapist can seem daunting. However, the therapeutic alliance between clinician and client is crucial for your journey towards healing and growth.
Congratulations on taking the first step towards improving your mental well-being. Life's challenges can be overwhelming, and finding the right therapist can seem daunting. However, the therapeutic alliance between clinician and client is crucial for your journey towards healing and growth.
Bonnie Jo M. Daniels
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Life can be tough, and at times we are faced with difficult decisions. I know trusting someone with your pain may be challenging, but I am committed to walk with you through your adversity. I believe you have a divine calling on your life, a specific role to play, but pain and suffering has distorted your identity. If you are struggling to find meaning in your life, often to the point of hopelessness, I would love the opportunity to SpeakLife over you. I am passionate about seeing people walk in the freedom they deserve.
Life can be tough, and at times we are faced with difficult decisions. I know trusting someone with your pain may be challenging, but I am committed to walk with you through your adversity. I believe you have a divine calling on your life, a specific role to play, but pain and suffering has distorted your identity. If you are struggling to find meaning in your life, often to the point of hopelessness, I would love the opportunity to SpeakLife over you. I am passionate about seeing people walk in the freedom they deserve.
Kathryn Silverman
Counselor, LMHC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
I understand the courage it takes to embark on a therapeutic journey and I strive to create a safe and trusting environment for my clients to explore their inner selves. If you seek support, guidance, or personal growth, I am here to accompany you on your path toward healing. I believe in empowering people through a strength-based approach to therapy. I specialize in psychotherapy for depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, trauma, and PTSD. With a holistic perspective, I emphasize the importance of addressing the mind, body, and spirit in therapy.
I understand the courage it takes to embark on a therapeutic journey and I strive to create a safe and trusting environment for my clients to explore their inner selves. If you seek support, guidance, or personal growth, I am here to accompany you on your path toward healing. I believe in empowering people through a strength-based approach to therapy. I specialize in psychotherapy for depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, trauma, and PTSD. With a holistic perspective, I emphasize the importance of addressing the mind, body, and spirit in therapy.
Cara Harbaugh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
Are struggling to connect with talk therapy? Do you feel disconnected from self or others but don't know what to do? Are you looking to go deeper in therapy? Experiential therapy might be what you’ve been searching for. My clients are looking to connect with themself, others and/or the world. If you are experiencing anxiety, grief, PTSD, a feeling of disconnection, lack of body awareness, stress from hormonal imbalances (PCOS) or just experiencing a sense of wanting more from life or therapy, I am your therapist.
Are struggling to connect with talk therapy? Do you feel disconnected from self or others but don't know what to do? Are you looking to go deeper in therapy? Experiential therapy might be what you’ve been searching for. My clients are looking to connect with themself, others and/or the world. If you are experiencing anxiety, grief, PTSD, a feeling of disconnection, lack of body awareness, stress from hormonal imbalances (PCOS) or just experiencing a sense of wanting more from life or therapy, I am your therapist.
Ashley M Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT, CCTP
Verified Verified
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
I am an LCSW in Florida specializing in trauma-informed care and play therapy modalities. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. As a parent to a young child, I am familiar with some of the struggles that come with navigating a family and maintaining a good sense of well-being. I am also an accredited Triple P (positive parenting program) provider so I can assist many parents (new or veterans) with challenges they may be having in the home as well.
I am an LCSW in Florida specializing in trauma-informed care and play therapy modalities. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. As a parent to a young child, I am familiar with some of the struggles that come with navigating a family and maintaining a good sense of well-being. I am also an accredited Triple P (positive parenting program) provider so I can assist many parents (new or veterans) with challenges they may be having in the home as well.
Elisa Mott Jones
Counselor, EdS, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
If you feel worn down and defeated, do not give up! I can help you uncover what you really want and guide you towards creating lasting, satisfying change. Maybe you're working to keep it all under control, but feel so tired and overwhelmed all the time. You keep checking things off your to-do list but still feel like you're drowning. If pausing and breathing (even for a moment) seems impossible, yet very appealing, let's begin your healing journey today. I help my clients quiet that voice that keeps yelling "you're not doing enough" and help them clear obstacles so they can achieve their goals.
If you feel worn down and defeated, do not give up! I can help you uncover what you really want and guide you towards creating lasting, satisfying change. Maybe you're working to keep it all under control, but feel so tired and overwhelmed all the time. You keep checking things off your to-do list but still feel like you're drowning. If pausing and breathing (even for a moment) seems impossible, yet very appealing, let's begin your healing journey today. I help my clients quiet that voice that keeps yelling "you're not doing enough" and help them clear obstacles so they can achieve their goals.
Jewel Slesnick
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
I have worked with individual's whose lives have been complicated by anxiety and/or depression. Clients' lives may be constricted by self-defeating behaviors, or they may feel stuck in unsatisfying relationship patterns. This sense of not feeling satisfied often contributes to unhappiness and an eroded sense of self.
Early life experiences may shed light on these issues which often helps to explain why someone feels stuck. In order to effect change, therapeutic work can help a client counteract the feelings of powerlessness that often inhibit personal growth.
I have worked with individual's whose lives have been complicated by anxiety and/or depression. Clients' lives may be constricted by self-defeating behaviors, or they may feel stuck in unsatisfying relationship patterns. This sense of not feeling satisfied often contributes to unhappiness and an eroded sense of self.
Early life experiences may shed light on these issues which often helps to explain why someone feels stuck. In order to effect change, therapeutic work can help a client counteract the feelings of powerlessness that often inhibit personal growth.
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Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Seeking out a psychologist can be a daunting prospect. And yet, if you're reading this page, you've probably come to realize that things have to change. Finding a psychologist that is a good fit for you personally is a vital first step in your treatment. My approach to patient care is focused and solutions-oriented. Working primarily within a cognitive behavioral framework, together with you, we establish goals and workable strategies that will enable you to regain a healthy sense of control over your life.
Seeking out a psychologist can be a daunting prospect. And yet, if you're reading this page, you've probably come to realize that things have to change. Finding a psychologist that is a good fit for you personally is a vital first step in your treatment. My approach to patient care is focused and solutions-oriented. Working primarily within a cognitive behavioral framework, together with you, we establish goals and workable strategies that will enable you to regain a healthy sense of control over your life.
Jose M Goyos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
One of the most challenging issues is learning to identify, manage and eventually control anxiety. It wastes your physical and psychic energy and disrupts your daily life, including your sleep. Another is properly diagnosing clinical depression and creating a realistic treatment plan of action. Our daily stressors fuel some of the above problems and other personal challenges that impact not only our mental health but our physical health. Working together and supporting your strengths, wisdom and ideas we will return and recapture the well-being and inner peace all of us strive for.
One of the most challenging issues is learning to identify, manage and eventually control anxiety. It wastes your physical and psychic energy and disrupts your daily life, including your sleep. Another is properly diagnosing clinical depression and creating a realistic treatment plan of action. Our daily stressors fuel some of the above problems and other personal challenges that impact not only our mental health but our physical health. Working together and supporting your strengths, wisdom and ideas we will return and recapture the well-being and inner peace all of us strive for.
Joanna Marino
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Dr. Marino specializes in work with children, adolescents, and families dealing with emotional and behavioral health issues. She specializes in treating Anorexia Nervosa, OCD/Anxiety, Hair-pulling/Skin-picking, self-injury, and chronic suicidality. She is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Maudsley Family-Based Treatment (FBT), Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). She works with "high conflict" couples using Alan Fruzzetti's DBT approach. Dr. Marino is intensively trained by Behavioral Tech/Linehan Institute in DBT for adolescents and adults and DBT for Children (DBT-C).
Dr. Marino specializes in work with children, adolescents, and families dealing with emotional and behavioral health issues. She specializes in treating Anorexia Nervosa, OCD/Anxiety, Hair-pulling/Skin-picking, self-injury, and chronic suicidality. She is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Maudsley Family-Based Treatment (FBT), Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). She works with "high conflict" couples using Alan Fruzzetti's DBT approach. Dr. Marino is intensively trained by Behavioral Tech/Linehan Institute in DBT for adolescents and adults and DBT for Children (DBT-C).
Kathryn Smith
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
I support clients navigating life transitions, difficult relationships, and everyday stressors that no longer seem manageable. My goal is to help you understand past patterns and motivations, gain new insights, and ultimately create values-driven change. My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and practical (with a dose of humor). With a background in consulting and wealth management, I particularly understand the challenges of working professionals.
I support clients navigating life transitions, difficult relationships, and everyday stressors that no longer seem manageable. My goal is to help you understand past patterns and motivations, gain new insights, and ultimately create values-driven change. My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and practical (with a dose of humor). With a background in consulting and wealth management, I particularly understand the challenges of working professionals.
Joanna Kaiser
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, RIMHC
Verified Verified
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
In general, my work is to encourage you to identify what is true about you, assist you in knowing your worth and obtain your optimal emotional and mental health through authentic communication.
In general, my work is to encourage you to identify what is true about you, assist you in knowing your worth and obtain your optimal emotional and mental health through authentic communication.
Lynda M Brennan
Counselor, LMHC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
You don't have to live with the effects of trauma, it is like facing a nightmare alone. The reoccurring and disruptive reactions overwhelm you. The frequent mood swings, irritability and flashbacks are disrupting your life. Or you just feel something is wrong with your life but can't put a finger on it. You know drugs and alcohol are not the solution or made everything worse. You are starting to wonder if your negative thoughts and feelings will ever go away. With help they can. Seeking help from a therapist is scary. Finding someone you connect with and trust is hard. You are taking a giant step. But you are worth it.
You don't have to live with the effects of trauma, it is like facing a nightmare alone. The reoccurring and disruptive reactions overwhelm you. The frequent mood swings, irritability and flashbacks are disrupting your life. Or you just feel something is wrong with your life but can't put a finger on it. You know drugs and alcohol are not the solution or made everything worse. You are starting to wonder if your negative thoughts and feelings will ever go away. With help they can. Seeking help from a therapist is scary. Finding someone you connect with and trust is hard. You are taking a giant step. But you are worth it.
Carole Pasahow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418 (Online Only)
I hold licenses in Florida, New Jersey and New York. My extensive training and experience (certified psychoanalyst, couple & sex therapist, hypnotherapy, somatic experiencing, IFS, EMDR, PACT and Hakomi) allows me to treat a wide variety of issues successfully. (adolescent to adults). Clients with complicated problems who have been treated by other therapists unsuccessfully seek my help because of my motivational, self -powering approach to treating clients. My services range from sexual concerns (dysfunctions, abuse, infidelity, compulsive behavior, gender dysphoria), acute and post trauma stress to personality and mood disorders.
I hold licenses in Florida, New Jersey and New York. My extensive training and experience (certified psychoanalyst, couple & sex therapist, hypnotherapy, somatic experiencing, IFS, EMDR, PACT and Hakomi) allows me to treat a wide variety of issues successfully. (adolescent to adults). Clients with complicated problems who have been treated by other therapists unsuccessfully seek my help because of my motivational, self -powering approach to treating clients. My services range from sexual concerns (dysfunctions, abuse, infidelity, compulsive behavior, gender dysphoria), acute and post trauma stress to personality and mood disorders.
Nancy M Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
How is your day or life going? Satisfying or sad? Compassionate, caring and affordable help is here. Whether you're alone, in a relationship or with your family, I will help you find new directions and purpose. You can face the problems that sometimes make life seem unbearable and find solutions to difficult problems. Whether you're dealing with relationship problems, addictions, career decisions, pre-or post-divorce issues, grief, health problems, parenting struggles or other life adjustments, you will find new solutions. I work with children, teens, adults and seniors in a safe, honest and confidential setting or come to your home
How is your day or life going? Satisfying or sad? Compassionate, caring and affordable help is here. Whether you're alone, in a relationship or with your family, I will help you find new directions and purpose. You can face the problems that sometimes make life seem unbearable and find solutions to difficult problems. Whether you're dealing with relationship problems, addictions, career decisions, pre-or post-divorce issues, grief, health problems, parenting struggles or other life adjustments, you will find new solutions. I work with children, teens, adults and seniors in a safe, honest and confidential setting or come to your home
Kelly Corcoran Hone
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
I am a solution-focused licensed mental health counselor. If you feel '"stuck" in an endless loop of anxiety, guilt and depression, therapy will benefit you tremendously. I have been practicing for over 20 years and find that cognitive behavioral therapy is an important aspect of treatment. During this type of counseling we will identify your negative, self defeating thoughts and patterns, and "rewrite" your story. I am also an adjunct Professor at Palm Beach State College, teaching General Psychology. I believe teaching keeps me up to date on the constant changes in healthcare. Let's get started today!
I am a solution-focused licensed mental health counselor. If you feel '"stuck" in an endless loop of anxiety, guilt and depression, therapy will benefit you tremendously. I have been practicing for over 20 years and find that cognitive behavioral therapy is an important aspect of treatment. During this type of counseling we will identify your negative, self defeating thoughts and patterns, and "rewrite" your story. I am also an adjunct Professor at Palm Beach State College, teaching General Psychology. I believe teaching keeps me up to date on the constant changes in healthcare. Let's get started today!
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Number of Therapists in Palm Beach Gardens, FL
300+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Palm Beach Gardens, FL who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
82% | Self Esteem |
81% | Relationship Issues |
77% | Coping Skills |
69% | Trauma and PTSD |
68% | Stress |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
77% | Cigna and Evernorth |
76% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
75% | Aetna |
How Therapists in Palm Beach Gardens, FL see their clients
81% | In Person and Online | |
19% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
86% | Female | |
14% | Male |
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How can I find a therapist in Palm Beach Gardens?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.