Emotionally Focused Therapists in Pensacola, FL
I use CBT, ACT, EFT, and interpersonal process to help you address both mind and emotions.
Feel like you've earned a gold medal in overthinking? Too hard on yourself? Afraid of disappointing people? I help female overachievers and people-pleasers to feel more in control of their anxiety, let go of a sense of guilt, stop negative thinking, feel free to make their own life choices, and have more satisfying relationships. I empower women to feel in control of their mental health and get where they want to be mentally and emotionally by providing them with the tools, support, and confidence. I also help immigrants to adjust to the new environment and cope with the cultural transition. Sunday availability just opened!
I use CBT, ACT, EFT, and interpersonal process to help you address both mind and emotions.
Feel like you've earned a gold medal in overthinking? Too hard on yourself? Afraid of disappointing people? I help female overachievers and people-pleasers to feel more in control of their anxiety, let go of a sense of guilt, stop negative thinking, feel free to make their own life choices, and have more satisfying relationships. I empower women to feel in control of their mental health and get where they want to be mentally and emotionally by providing them with the tools, support, and confidence. I also help immigrants to adjust to the new environment and cope with the cultural transition. Sunday availability just opened!
Being a counselor is a great privilege! I enjoy walking with people through some of the darkest times of their lives as they move forward to reaching their goals. The environment of the client-therapist relationship is unique and powerful. Within this context, growth is contagious. It's amazing to watch people say things like "I finally know and like myself" and feel that they no longer feel "stuck" or full of confusion or regrets. In order to be engaged in this process, I believe in being genuine, caring, and straight-forward.
Being a counselor is a great privilege! I enjoy walking with people through some of the darkest times of their lives as they move forward to reaching their goals. The environment of the client-therapist relationship is unique and powerful. Within this context, growth is contagious. It's amazing to watch people say things like "I finally know and like myself" and feel that they no longer feel "stuck" or full of confusion or regrets. In order to be engaged in this process, I believe in being genuine, caring, and straight-forward.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I provide individuals, couples, and families a non-judgmental and supportive environment where clients are able to freely express themselves while gaining insight into their lives. I specialize in relationship issues, PTSD, people-pleasing, developmental and sexual trauma, self-esteem issues, parenting, anxiety, and depression. I use EFT ( Emotionally Focused Therapy) when working with couples. I am Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and also certified in EMDR, Safe and Sound Protocol, Anxiety, and DBT.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I provide individuals, couples, and families a non-judgmental and supportive environment where clients are able to freely express themselves while gaining insight into their lives. I specialize in relationship issues, PTSD, people-pleasing, developmental and sexual trauma, self-esteem issues, parenting, anxiety, and depression. I use EFT ( Emotionally Focused Therapy) when working with couples. I am Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and also certified in EMDR, Safe and Sound Protocol, Anxiety, and DBT.
I provide counseling for those individuals or couples looking to achieve greater emotional well-being and happiness. In a safe and compassionate space, we will uncover what is at the root of challenging emotions to create greater insights and develop a happier and healthier life!
I provide counseling for those individuals or couples looking to achieve greater emotional well-being and happiness. In a safe and compassionate space, we will uncover what is at the root of challenging emotions to create greater insights and develop a happier and healthier life!
The power of therapy can be life changing. It is an opportunity for you to process present and past emotions, life stressors and transitions, all while strengthening coping skills and developing a deeper understanding of yourself. Therapy is a space to feel seen and heard in a supportive and non-judgmental environment. I am a strength-based therapist, as I believe in each individual's capacity for emotional growth and meaningful change in all stages of life. Through authenticity, collaborative discussions, and a little humor, I strive to create a warm therapeutic environment that promotes acceptance, empowerment and healing.
The power of therapy can be life changing. It is an opportunity for you to process present and past emotions, life stressors and transitions, all while strengthening coping skills and developing a deeper understanding of yourself. Therapy is a space to feel seen and heard in a supportive and non-judgmental environment. I am a strength-based therapist, as I believe in each individual's capacity for emotional growth and meaningful change in all stages of life. Through authenticity, collaborative discussions, and a little humor, I strive to create a warm therapeutic environment that promotes acceptance, empowerment and healing.
Bayou Wellness is an outpatient mental health counseling group in Pensacola, Florida. Please read about our services and therapists on our website: www.BayouWellness.Life. We offer both in-office and telehealth therapy for individuals, couples, families. Our therapists treat a vast array of issues, including addiction, grief, trauma, adjustment issues, marriage and family issues, and disorders of mood, anxiety, and impulse control.
Bayou Wellness is an outpatient mental health counseling group in Pensacola, Florida. Please read about our services and therapists on our website: www.BayouWellness.Life. We offer both in-office and telehealth therapy for individuals, couples, families. Our therapists treat a vast array of issues, including addiction, grief, trauma, adjustment issues, marriage and family issues, and disorders of mood, anxiety, and impulse control.
Sarah Murcko
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pensacola, FL 32505
I've been where you are. I know what it's like for life to turn upside down and not know which direction to move. Recover, regain strength and get back to being you...that's my desire for you and your relationships. Marriage can be challenging, but with the right amount of understanding and coaching, it can also be rewarding. My heart longs to help couples who want to grow together and fully enjoy the marriage they crave in a healthy and sustainable way.
I've been where you are. I know what it's like for life to turn upside down and not know which direction to move. Recover, regain strength and get back to being you...that's my desire for you and your relationships. Marriage can be challenging, but with the right amount of understanding and coaching, it can also be rewarding. My heart longs to help couples who want to grow together and fully enjoy the marriage they crave in a healthy and sustainable way.
I am glad you're here! I truly believe you are the greatest project you will ever work on. My mission is to guide you while you work on your therapeutic goals by helping you strengthen your emotional well being, gain insight and understanding around your triggers and reactions, and improve your interpersonal relationships. Most of my experience is working with individuals who have struggled with anxiety, depression, family conflict, trauma, and self esteem.
I am glad you're here! I truly believe you are the greatest project you will ever work on. My mission is to guide you while you work on your therapeutic goals by helping you strengthen your emotional well being, gain insight and understanding around your triggers and reactions, and improve your interpersonal relationships. Most of my experience is working with individuals who have struggled with anxiety, depression, family conflict, trauma, and self esteem.
I am passionate about helping people of all ages get past their past, and into living a life that is meaningful and fulfilling in the present. If you are struggling to cope with relationship difficulties, life transitions, grief and loss, or any overwhelming experience, whether past or present, I can help you navigate a path through the challenges you are facing. Our relationship in therapy provides a workspace in which you and I can partner to address ineffective behaviors and habits, explore difficult thoughts and feelings, and find some clarity about beliefs regarding yourself and your future.
I am passionate about helping people of all ages get past their past, and into living a life that is meaningful and fulfilling in the present. If you are struggling to cope with relationship difficulties, life transitions, grief and loss, or any overwhelming experience, whether past or present, I can help you navigate a path through the challenges you are facing. Our relationship in therapy provides a workspace in which you and I can partner to address ineffective behaviors and habits, explore difficult thoughts and feelings, and find some clarity about beliefs regarding yourself and your future.
Heather McGovern
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pensacola, FL 32503
Hi, I'm Heather, pronouns she/they! I'm an LCSW and I have 10+ years of experience providing therapy to people who are feeling stuck, unheard, and/or trapped within our system of social norms and unrealistic expectations. I identify as queer and have worked with clients in all stages of recognizing their queerness. I also have experience working with those who have experienced trauma whether due to their sexuality, abusive relationships, upbringing, or otherwise.
Hi, I'm Heather, pronouns she/they! I'm an LCSW and I have 10+ years of experience providing therapy to people who are feeling stuck, unheard, and/or trapped within our system of social norms and unrealistic expectations. I identify as queer and have worked with clients in all stages of recognizing their queerness. I also have experience working with those who have experienced trauma whether due to their sexuality, abusive relationships, upbringing, or otherwise.
Starting your mental health journey can be overwhelming. Sometimes it is a struggle to know where to begin or find the words to describe how you feel. We can tuck trauma away like a book on a bookshelf waiting to be picked up and read. Trauma is not always associated with war. It can be something that can be seen as seemingly small, like growing up in a lonely household, or it can be seen in surviving a car accident. Wherever you are in your life, whether it is struggling to begin a new career, having a major life event, or maybe it is time to address your social anxiety, I would be honored to extend a helping hand.
Starting your mental health journey can be overwhelming. Sometimes it is a struggle to know where to begin or find the words to describe how you feel. We can tuck trauma away like a book on a bookshelf waiting to be picked up and read. Trauma is not always associated with war. It can be something that can be seen as seemingly small, like growing up in a lonely household, or it can be seen in surviving a car accident. Wherever you are in your life, whether it is struggling to begin a new career, having a major life event, or maybe it is time to address your social anxiety, I would be honored to extend a helping hand.
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I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Registered Play Therapist. My main goal is to provide skills and tools that will empower you, or your child, on the journey for change. I believe in instilling hope in my clients to assist them with their personal growth. Providing a comfortable environment, in a safe therapeutic space, that is free from judgment is important to me. I use empathy, acceptance, and active listening to convey support and understanding.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Registered Play Therapist. My main goal is to provide skills and tools that will empower you, or your child, on the journey for change. I believe in instilling hope in my clients to assist them with their personal growth. Providing a comfortable environment, in a safe therapeutic space, that is free from judgment is important to me. I use empathy, acceptance, and active listening to convey support and understanding.
Teri T Perkins, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Teri, Perkins, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pensacola, FL 32505 (Online Only)
Life can become very challenging at any given point and time in our lives. Depression, anxiety, anger/irritability, mood/behavioral changes, abuse of substances and exposure to trauma create fallacies that life will remain unmanageable for children and adults. In my 10+ years of experience, I recognize the strength in talking to someone about your challenges in order to begin the healing process. Are you struggling to manage your child's behavior? Are you struggling to manage your own emotions as an adult? Together we can identify solutions for overcoming trauma, hurts and disappointments which prevents us from moving forward.
Life can become very challenging at any given point and time in our lives. Depression, anxiety, anger/irritability, mood/behavioral changes, abuse of substances and exposure to trauma create fallacies that life will remain unmanageable for children and adults. In my 10+ years of experience, I recognize the strength in talking to someone about your challenges in order to begin the healing process. Are you struggling to manage your child's behavior? Are you struggling to manage your own emotions as an adult? Together we can identify solutions for overcoming trauma, hurts and disappointments which prevents us from moving forward.
Sharla Calloway
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pensacola, FL 32502
Waitlist for new clients
Are you a woman struggling with high anxiety or depression? Is your gut in a knot and hormones out of whack? I understand. I'm Sharla, a therapist and nutrition coach, and I've dedicated my life to helping women understand how their body affects their mental health. Your story matters to me. We'll spend time together understanding your pain and struggles from head to toe so you can learn new ways to care for yourself and find answers. I'm here for you. I work from the belief that positive outcomes are always possible. Together, we'll reframe old messages and discard habits that no longer serve you, while healing from the inside out.
Are you a woman struggling with high anxiety or depression? Is your gut in a knot and hormones out of whack? I understand. I'm Sharla, a therapist and nutrition coach, and I've dedicated my life to helping women understand how their body affects their mental health. Your story matters to me. We'll spend time together understanding your pain and struggles from head to toe so you can learn new ways to care for yourself and find answers. I'm here for you. I work from the belief that positive outcomes are always possible. Together, we'll reframe old messages and discard habits that no longer serve you, while healing from the inside out.
Redefining: Stories LLC w/Stacey C Steele-Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pensacola, FL 32514
My passion lies in working with women during the 'middle years', as this period brings significant physical, social, and emotional changes that are often overlooked or disregarded (typically between 35-65 years old). I love empowering women to live fully and not settle for the status quo, especially from their healthcare providers during the years on the Menopause rollercoaster! I am honoured to help clients learn how to move through life with healthy boundaries, relationships, and habits that increase longevity & wellbeing at ALL ages!
My passion lies in working with women during the 'middle years', as this period brings significant physical, social, and emotional changes that are often overlooked or disregarded (typically between 35-65 years old). I love empowering women to live fully and not settle for the status quo, especially from their healthcare providers during the years on the Menopause rollercoaster! I am honoured to help clients learn how to move through life with healthy boundaries, relationships, and habits that increase longevity & wellbeing at ALL ages!
Kinya Nicole Williams
Counselor, LMHC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pensacola, FL 32504 (Online Only)
I am a licensed mental health counselor who specializes in work with children, adolescents and adults of all ages. I will work with you and/or your loved ones to address any concerns with managing the effects of depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, divorce, grief and loss and various other challenges while helping you maintain a productive life style.
I am a licensed mental health counselor who specializes in work with children, adolescents and adults of all ages. I will work with you and/or your loved ones to address any concerns with managing the effects of depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, divorce, grief and loss and various other challenges while helping you maintain a productive life style.
Innovative Direction- Counseling and Evaluation
Counselor, MS, LMHC, CFMHE, CCCE
Verified Verified
Pensacola, FL 32503
If you are on this website, you most likely have made the decision to get support and help that you deserve. We our a team of caring and talented mental health counselors and psychiatric nurse practitioners helping clients live the life they want . Sometimes it is hard to problem solve without knowing where to start and therapy and or medication management can help. Together, our clinicians have a range of expertise and specialties. We offer our clients a boutique and private experience. Our local group practice strives for quality care, not quantity care as we see so much today.
If you are on this website, you most likely have made the decision to get support and help that you deserve. We our a team of caring and talented mental health counselors and psychiatric nurse practitioners helping clients live the life they want . Sometimes it is hard to problem solve without knowing where to start and therapy and or medication management can help. Together, our clinicians have a range of expertise and specialties. We offer our clients a boutique and private experience. Our local group practice strives for quality care, not quantity care as we see so much today.
Linda Murray
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pensacola, FL 32503
Waitlist for new clients
I know that the struggles of pregnancy, the postpartum period, and parenthood are unique and complex. You may be feeling alone or isolated because often others in your life don’t realize all of the changes and pressures that you are facing. These changes may be hormonal, physical, emotional, the role in your family, or other relationships. You may be feeling pressures or expectations from family or from society. As you embark on this transformative experience, whether in becoming a parent or adding to your family, it may be time to heal old wounds and rediscover joy.
I know that the struggles of pregnancy, the postpartum period, and parenthood are unique and complex. You may be feeling alone or isolated because often others in your life don’t realize all of the changes and pressures that you are facing. These changes may be hormonal, physical, emotional, the role in your family, or other relationships. You may be feeling pressures or expectations from family or from society. As you embark on this transformative experience, whether in becoming a parent or adding to your family, it may be time to heal old wounds and rediscover joy.
I value a holistic approach to treatment with the belief that “one size does not fit all” and each person has unique challenges and needs. I am especially interested in helping individuals heal from trauma and supporting them as they create new stories for their lives by drawing on individuals’ strengths and support systems.
I value a holistic approach to treatment with the belief that “one size does not fit all” and each person has unique challenges and needs. I am especially interested in helping individuals heal from trauma and supporting them as they create new stories for their lives by drawing on individuals’ strengths and support systems.
I specialize in relationships of all types (parental, sibling, romantic relationship, collegial, etc.). If you find yourself struggling with unhealthy relationship patterns, isolation, social withdrawal, or low self-esteem, you may benefit from participating in therapy. Quite often, symptoms of depression and anxiety can be traced to interpersonal conflict or difficulty connecting with others. I enjoy leading people through the process of self-discovery to assist them in making sense of their life experiences. This often leads people to gain a greater understanding of themselves and the ways in which they relate to others.
I specialize in relationships of all types (parental, sibling, romantic relationship, collegial, etc.). If you find yourself struggling with unhealthy relationship patterns, isolation, social withdrawal, or low self-esteem, you may benefit from participating in therapy. Quite often, symptoms of depression and anxiety can be traced to interpersonal conflict or difficulty connecting with others. I enjoy leading people through the process of self-discovery to assist them in making sense of their life experiences. This often leads people to gain a greater understanding of themselves and the ways in which they relate to others.
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Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.