Female Therapists in Gainesville, FL

My therapy approach is collaborative, client-centered, trauma informed, and prioritizes the therapeutic relationship. Clients are typically motivated; We work together for change withinternal and/or external events that increase anxiety/fears, stress, panic, and interfere with sleep, relationships, goals, and self care. Clients often want to understand what is happening and why. Additionally, we work to explore practical tools and coping strategies. We also examine ways to process losses and integrate these experiences that continue impact their lives.

Joanne Jean is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the State of Florida. She received her Bachelor of Science in Family, Youth, and Community Sciences from the University of Florida in 2014, and then went on to obtain her Master of Social Work degree from Florida State University in 2017.

Being human can be hard. There are many emotions that come from simply existing. It can feel overwhelming to embark on the search/discovery of one’s most authentic self while navigating the world around you. To learn what works & what you’d like to change. To find the language to communicate who you are to yourself & others. It can help to have someone accompany you as you learn/remember who you are or want to become. I can provide a space for all that you carry to be witnessed, validated, & explored. I’d love to join you in your journey towards embracing both the beautiful & painful complexities of being human. I'm here for you!

I am passionate about helping couples and individuals live more meaningful and connected lives. My approach to counseling is grounded in empathy and focused on creating a safe and collaborative space for clients to heal and reach their goals. I provide services to clients who are seeking to enhance their sense of connection to themselves and their partners, learn how to repair and grow from conflict, and build trust and vulnerability in their relationships. I focus on helping clients create strong and healthy relationships with both themselves and their partners.

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In therapy I aim to engage clients in their process of personal growth and meet them where they are in their change process. Various interventions are used to meet the diversity of clientele that I work with. My personal approach to therapy is supportive of self-care and the influences of family and environmental contexts.

I vow to always meet you where you are. If you're deep inside of a dark well of despair and pain, at a fork in the road & feeling unsure about where to go, or anything in between, my aim is to sit with you and help you navigate all the feelings- good, bad, and indifferent- that life has to offer. We all come to a point in our lives when talking to friends or family members or anonymous hotlines may not be enough, and we make the decision to start a therapeutic journey. I am here to walk that journey with you, to help you grow, find contentment, achieve wellness, and foster a healthy sense of self.

The Arise Wellness team is as diverse as the community we serve because we believe the best therapy relationships are rooted in genuine understanding and real connection. Whether this is your first time in therapy or you are someone who would like to try a different approach, we are here to support you. Check out our website arseignv.com, or give us a call or text at 352-513-8551.

It takes a lot of courage to look for help, and I’m glad you’re here. You may be feeling alone and like no one understands what you are going through. Perhaps you are feeling scared about coming into therapy because you're not sure where to start. Maybe you are experiencing anxiety, an eating disorder, or problems with your relationships. Perhaps you have had painful experiences in the past that continue to impact you today. Whenever we come to that vulnerable place of asking for help, we want to know we will be understood and heard. That's where I come in.

Does life feel like it's harder than it should be? Do you feel like you’re somehow too much or not enough? Do you find yourself thinking “I could just kill myself" a little too often? When you have felt alone in this for a long time, it can feel impossible to imagine a different way of being. No wonder you're seeking relief, escape, or comfort. I am a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern who specializes in working with clients who feel limited by the ways they are living or by the things that have happened to them. The healing work of therapy can reveal the possibilities of a life that feels more free and more meaningful.

Life presents all kinds of challenges. Whether you are in the midst of a painful loss or simply feeling stuck, you do not have to face your struggles alone! Therapy offers you a supportive space where you can journey down a path of intentional healing. Together we can walk through the difficulties in life and begin to cultivate effective communication skills, build your confidence, and increase your internal awareness. I believe it is my role as your therapist to provide guidance and support that encourages your growth and promotes balance in your life.

Are you seeking a safe space to ask for and receive help? Do you feel as though you are stuck in a deep valley and cannot find your way out? I am passionate about people and their stories, where mental health and Christianity intersect, and how God is calling us toward redemption. We all encounter circumstances that require introspection, and I delight in walking through the valley with my clients, leading them toward the light. I am a Certified Grief Informed Professional feel led toward walking with others through their valley of grief and loss.

I will work collaboratively with you to set goals that you would like to achieve, and provide resources and support for you while you make progress towards these goals at a pace most comfortable for you. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all process, and you deserve someone that is flexible enough to meet you where you are!

You have a strained relationship with your partner and don’t know how to move forward. You may have intrusive thoughts that leave you feeling afraid, depressed, or exhausted. This is holding you back from growing more into the person you wish to be. No matter what you may be struggling with, it is difficult to know where to start taking steps towards a path forward - especially to do so alone. I help people by sharing tools to guide you towards discoveries, resolutions, and change towards you living a life of increased authenticity and wellness. You have the capacity for positive change and together we can navigate this path.

Would you like support in coping with life's challenges? Would you like to gain new perspectives on issues you are struggling with? Are you looking for deeper understanding and connection within yourself and your relationships? I offer empathetic listening, compassionate support, and being a guide in a process of healing and self-discovery. I believe in helping people tap into answers, strengths, and skills within themselves.

Stress and trauma patterns often represent themselves as disruptive, repetitive cycles of thoughts, emotions, and/or relational behaviors that an individual endures, These cycles may look like a thought loop that keeps you awake at night or prevents you from engaging socially. Perhaps it is instead, or also, a rush of overwhelming emotion (sadness, anger) at a social encounter that seems like it should not have carried that much weight. These patterns may also be experienced as repeating dynamics in friendships or partnerships (for example, "I keep dating people who do not seem to see my needs in the relational space").

I specialize in mental health & trauma, specifically associated with relationship distress or intimate partner violence. I also have experience treating depression, anxiety and serious mental illness (schizophrenia, etc). I hold a MSW from Florida State university and have been working as a licensed clinical social worker providing therapeutic treatment for over 17 years.

My ideal client is tough. Perhaps someone that has never trusted a counselor before? Since I have worked in prisons and jails the last decade, I expect resistance, mistrust, and skepticism. Previously, I worked as a substance use counselor. In that field I learned that there are many pathways and versions towards recovery and change. None of them are wrong. If you are willing to be a little uncomfortable, lets do that together. Life can be messy, cruel, and hilarious. I'll grab a paddle and jump in the boat of uncertainty with you.

You may be unsure what you want from psychotherapy or how it could help. You may know only that you are struggling and wish life could be better. You may want help for a specific issue. Or you may have had therapy before but not seen the changes you want. As President-Elect of the Tampa Bay Psychoanalytic Society, having trained under renowned psychologist Dr. Jonathan Shedler of UCSF and lectured at UC Berkeley on integrating psychedelic experiences, I come with perspective and technique not often found in mainstream counseling. My fine art background also informs how we may see your world anew.