Female Therapists in Jacksonville, FL

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Freedah Destiny Exavier
LMHC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32256  (Online Only)
Hello there. Are you okay? How are you doing today? Talk to me. I am listening. I am here to help. Have you been feeling sad and depressed, angry, lost, stressed, and overwhelmed. What about feeling hurt, abused, overlooked and unwanted. Well your story matters to me and you have a voice that says, I need your help. Congratulations on completing your first steps of reaching out. I believe you want to get better and improve your mental health and overall well-being. I am a problem solver and I can help you arrive at your own conclusion, by helping you evolve to the very best version of yourself.
Hello there. Are you okay? How are you doing today? Talk to me. I am listening. I am here to help. Have you been feeling sad and depressed, angry, lost, stressed, and overwhelmed. What about feeling hurt, abused, overlooked and unwanted. Well your story matters to me and you have a voice that says, I need your help. Congratulations on completing your first steps of reaching out. I believe you want to get better and improve your mental health and overall well-being. I am a problem solver and I can help you arrive at your own conclusion, by helping you evolve to the very best version of yourself.
(904) 736-3250 View (904) 736-3250
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Blue Phoenix Counseling Kimberly M Mitchell
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32223
NOW-Accepting NEW Clients-IN-Person. Are you struggling with knowing what to do now? Have you tried everything you know to do without success? When you are struggling in your relationships, career, parenting, or your relationship with yourself, it is not always easy to know where to turn. I am dedicated to helping you gain the skills and insight needed to help you grow. Treatment is always determined in collaboration with your goals in mind and is focused on enhancing strengths, finding solutions to challenges, and empowering you to do what is best for you and your families.
NOW-Accepting NEW Clients-IN-Person. Are you struggling with knowing what to do now? Have you tried everything you know to do without success? When you are struggling in your relationships, career, parenting, or your relationship with yourself, it is not always easy to know where to turn. I am dedicated to helping you gain the skills and insight needed to help you grow. Treatment is always determined in collaboration with your goals in mind and is focused on enhancing strengths, finding solutions to challenges, and empowering you to do what is best for you and your families.
(904) 649-9771 View (904) 649-9771
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Kelly Earp
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, AAT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32244
I believe that counseling can excel healing and instill hope in your life. I see individuals that are longing for a better quality of life but unsure of how to get there. My goal is to hold the hope while you do the brave work of coping and healing.
I believe that counseling can excel healing and instill hope in your life. I see individuals that are longing for a better quality of life but unsure of how to get there. My goal is to hold the hope while you do the brave work of coping and healing.
(904) 385-9024 View (904) 385-9024
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Stephanie Waggoner
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32257
Stresses in life happen all the time, and sometimes we just need that extra support to get through them! I've worked with and enjoy working with clients of all ages. While most of my experience lies in working with children from elementary to high school age, I also have experience in helping adults work through personal and relationship issues.
Stresses in life happen all the time, and sometimes we just need that extra support to get through them! I've worked with and enjoy working with clients of all ages. While most of my experience lies in working with children from elementary to high school age, I also have experience in helping adults work through personal and relationship issues.
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Deedra Woods
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32210  (Online Only)
I offer a welcoming environment for self-expression. There is only one thing better than finding my purpose and that's helping someone else find theirs too.
I offer a welcoming environment for self-expression. There is only one thing better than finding my purpose and that's helping someone else find theirs too.
(904) 372-6307 View (904) 372-6307
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Josephine White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32256  (Online Only)
Therapy is a transformative journey that can change the trajectory of your life. Navigating change is a constant part of our existence that can be challenging but not impossible with the right support. I am here to guide you through this process, helping you tackle the effort required to adapt and grow. Together, we will focus on discovering and developing your inherent strengths and acquiring new skills to navigate life’s complexities. Adopting new ways of thinking or letting go of behaviors that has not worked for you. I aim to create a safe and open space for you to explore and resolve your concerns in the way it works for you.
Therapy is a transformative journey that can change the trajectory of your life. Navigating change is a constant part of our existence that can be challenging but not impossible with the right support. I am here to guide you through this process, helping you tackle the effort required to adapt and grow. Together, we will focus on discovering and developing your inherent strengths and acquiring new skills to navigate life’s complexities. Adopting new ways of thinking or letting go of behaviors that has not worked for you. I aim to create a safe and open space for you to explore and resolve your concerns in the way it works for you.
(904) 560-8963 View (904) 560-8963
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Dr. Tabitha Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32257
Are you facing the possibility of a marriage or relationship breakup? Do you excel in many areas of life, but have issues in your romantic relationship? Do you feel stuck, and don't know how to fix things? If you're struggling with communication, conflict resolution, infidelity, or intimacy problems, I'd love to help you get things back on track and help you experience the thriving love life you deserve. I've helped hundreds of couples headed toward divorce fall in love again and experience a successful marriage, and I'd love to help you too.
Are you facing the possibility of a marriage or relationship breakup? Do you excel in many areas of life, but have issues in your romantic relationship? Do you feel stuck, and don't know how to fix things? If you're struggling with communication, conflict resolution, infidelity, or intimacy problems, I'd love to help you get things back on track and help you experience the thriving love life you deserve. I've helped hundreds of couples headed toward divorce fall in love again and experience a successful marriage, and I'd love to help you too.
(904) 503-6256 View (904) 503-6256
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Illyanna Soares
Pre-Licensed Professional, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32258
Together, we can navigate your recovery journey, embracing both the highs and lows along the way. Engaging in art therapy offers a unique space to visually explore and express your inner world, helping you find peace with your body and within yourself. My goal is to create a compassionate and safe environment where you feel supported. We can celebrate your victories and progress, recognizing that each recovery journey is unique and should be tailored to your individual needs, values, and goals.
Together, we can navigate your recovery journey, embracing both the highs and lows along the way. Engaging in art therapy offers a unique space to visually explore and express your inner world, helping you find peace with your body and within yourself. My goal is to create a compassionate and safe environment where you feel supported. We can celebrate your victories and progress, recognizing that each recovery journey is unique and should be tailored to your individual needs, values, and goals.
(904) 530-3156 View (904) 530-3156
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Lanitra Ferguson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32225
Have you found yourself stuck in a cycle of behaviors, unsure how to get out? Are you wanting to take a break from the cycle and establish a new pattern? I may have a helping hand if you are seeking guidance in the following areas: anxiety, depression, family/relational conflict, self-identity, stress, and trauma. When working together, expect me to meet you where you are, providing you with a brave space to challenge distressing thoughts, develop changes in behavior, identify the impacts and core beliefs connected to stress and trauma, explore ways to cultivate healthy relationships, and reconnect with your lost sense of self.
Have you found yourself stuck in a cycle of behaviors, unsure how to get out? Are you wanting to take a break from the cycle and establish a new pattern? I may have a helping hand if you are seeking guidance in the following areas: anxiety, depression, family/relational conflict, self-identity, stress, and trauma. When working together, expect me to meet you where you are, providing you with a brave space to challenge distressing thoughts, develop changes in behavior, identify the impacts and core beliefs connected to stress and trauma, explore ways to cultivate healthy relationships, and reconnect with your lost sense of self.
(904) 990-8105 View (904) 990-8105
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Lisa D. Bailey
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32223
I am a Licensed Psychologist with several years of experience with children, adolescents, and young adults. I am co-founder of Nautilus Behavioral Health. I offer therapy, assessment, and educational groups to individuals ages 3 to 24 and their families. I provide services to youth with a variety of difficulties, including ADHD, learning disorders, behavioral issues, anger management, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and problems with life stress and coping. I also help individuals with physical health problems to promote wellness and minimize or prevent the effects of co-occurring mental health conditions.
I am a Licensed Psychologist with several years of experience with children, adolescents, and young adults. I am co-founder of Nautilus Behavioral Health. I offer therapy, assessment, and educational groups to individuals ages 3 to 24 and their families. I provide services to youth with a variety of difficulties, including ADHD, learning disorders, behavioral issues, anger management, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and problems with life stress and coping. I also help individuals with physical health problems to promote wellness and minimize or prevent the effects of co-occurring mental health conditions.
(904) 297-3934 View (904) 297-3934
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Debbie Reed
Counselor, EdD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32225
I provide quality counseling, and enjoy sharing ideas, knowledge and resources to help people live healthy, meaningful and productive lives. I have worked with a broad spectrum of clients in a variety of settings, and offer an individualized approach to treatment. I will help you explore your thoughts and feelings in a safe environment, help you better understand yourself and will help identify patterns of thinking and behavior to enhance your overall wellness.
I provide quality counseling, and enjoy sharing ideas, knowledge and resources to help people live healthy, meaningful and productive lives. I have worked with a broad spectrum of clients in a variety of settings, and offer an individualized approach to treatment. I will help you explore your thoughts and feelings in a safe environment, help you better understand yourself and will help identify patterns of thinking and behavior to enhance your overall wellness.
(904) 615-9110 View (904) 615-9110
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Annelise Hernandez Couple's Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32256
Hey there, my name is Annelise and I can’t wait to know you! Are you an individual or couple struggling to communicate or identify big feelings? Do you find yourself at a loss at how to cope with stress or desire to rejuvenate your relationship? I believe we all need a trusted, safe space in our lives to process life's curveballs. I hope to work alongside you in creating a place where you are valued and known. I understand choosing and buying into therapy is huge, and I’m honored to be a part of your life in whatever season you’re in.
Hey there, my name is Annelise and I can’t wait to know you! Are you an individual or couple struggling to communicate or identify big feelings? Do you find yourself at a loss at how to cope with stress or desire to rejuvenate your relationship? I believe we all need a trusted, safe space in our lives to process life's curveballs. I hope to work alongside you in creating a place where you are valued and known. I understand choosing and buying into therapy is huge, and I’m honored to be a part of your life in whatever season you’re in.
(904) 780-9701 View (904) 780-9701
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Dr. Juanita Bruno
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32257
I am Dr. Juanita Bruno, a bilingual (English, Creole) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 17 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate challenges such as life transitions, trauma, anxiety, relational issues, women’s issues, and more. I have also supported families and their loved ones in addressing substance abuse and the recovery process.
I am Dr. Juanita Bruno, a bilingual (English, Creole) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 17 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate challenges such as life transitions, trauma, anxiety, relational issues, women’s issues, and more. I have also supported families and their loved ones in addressing substance abuse and the recovery process.
(904) 320-1627 View (904) 320-1627
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Annie McGuire (Kindland)
Counselor, MA, LMHC, DMCP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32256
What we experience throughout our lifetime impacts how we form relationships, process information, or show up in the world. Expectations, environment, or your inner voice not aligning with what you know or have been told, can influence how you view yourself or others. Do your experiences not align with how you feel? If you struggle with understanding who you are, how you identify, improving your relationships, or even your relationship with your own feelings/behaviors, I can help. I work to assist clients in finding their true, authentic self. My job is to help clients find their own needs and how to obtain them for themselves.
What we experience throughout our lifetime impacts how we form relationships, process information, or show up in the world. Expectations, environment, or your inner voice not aligning with what you know or have been told, can influence how you view yourself or others. Do your experiences not align with how you feel? If you struggle with understanding who you are, how you identify, improving your relationships, or even your relationship with your own feelings/behaviors, I can help. I work to assist clients in finding their true, authentic self. My job is to help clients find their own needs and how to obtain them for themselves.
(904) 474-3230 View (904) 474-3230
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Candance Gilberstadt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32224  (Online Only)
Hi. My name is Candance, but you can call me Candy. Do you feel as though you are being weighed down by certain thoughts and emotions, like you are out of balance? Is it difficult for you to manage your day to day responsibilities due to these thoughts and emotions? Would you like help in understanding and managing these thoughts and emotions so you can experience balance in your life? I help individuals get to that place of healthy balance, with a goal of remaining there. Together, we can work to identify your strengths and challenges to find solutions for managing your difficult thoughts and emotions.
Hi. My name is Candance, but you can call me Candy. Do you feel as though you are being weighed down by certain thoughts and emotions, like you are out of balance? Is it difficult for you to manage your day to day responsibilities due to these thoughts and emotions? Would you like help in understanding and managing these thoughts and emotions so you can experience balance in your life? I help individuals get to that place of healthy balance, with a goal of remaining there. Together, we can work to identify your strengths and challenges to find solutions for managing your difficult thoughts and emotions.
(904) 746-1168 View (904) 746-1168
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Dr. Cindy Sonnier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32225  (Online Only)
As a licensed therapist, I extend to you a warm and compassionate welcome to my practice, where your mental health and personal growth are our top priorities. I believe that every individual has the capacity for positive change and the potential to lead a fulfilling life. Please know that I am here to support you on this transformative journey.
As a licensed therapist, I extend to you a warm and compassionate welcome to my practice, where your mental health and personal growth are our top priorities. I believe that every individual has the capacity for positive change and the potential to lead a fulfilling life. Please know that I am here to support you on this transformative journey.
(904) 478-1741 View (904) 478-1741
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Robyn Boone
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32218
Welcome, my name is Robyn, and I have been working in mental health for 25 years helping children, individuals, families, and couples work through the challenges that come with life! Whether you are suffering from anxiety, depression, or any other mental health concern, you never have to be alone with it. I strive to support you to have build upon your own personal strengths to overcome life challenges to find happiness, joy and more fulfilling relationships.
Welcome, my name is Robyn, and I have been working in mental health for 25 years helping children, individuals, families, and couples work through the challenges that come with life! Whether you are suffering from anxiety, depression, or any other mental health concern, you never have to be alone with it. I strive to support you to have build upon your own personal strengths to overcome life challenges to find happiness, joy and more fulfilling relationships.
(305) 419-2561 View (305) 419-2561
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Stacy M Gulston
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, RMHI, CCTP, CAIP, CBT-E
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32257  (Online Only)
I believe it takes an immense amount of courage for one to ask for help. It is an honour to be trusted to walk beside you on this journey to healing. I provide a therapeutic space filled with peace, compassion and support for my clients. Together, we will work on identifying what is no longer providing purpose in your life whilst creating goals and a plan that works for you to make changes to decrease and possibly eliminate, these emotions and behaviours producing distress currently in your life.
I believe it takes an immense amount of courage for one to ask for help. It is an honour to be trusted to walk beside you on this journey to healing. I provide a therapeutic space filled with peace, compassion and support for my clients. Together, we will work on identifying what is no longer providing purpose in your life whilst creating goals and a plan that works for you to make changes to decrease and possibly eliminate, these emotions and behaviours producing distress currently in your life.
(904) 590-2870 View (904) 590-2870
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Gwendolyn Allen
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32210
I work with children and adults with an emphasis on achieving a quiet, relaxed and joyful state of mind to help with a variety of mental health challenges. My mission as a therapist is to help you overcome the limitations created by issues such as anxiety and depression so that you can feel like yourself again and go on to lead the happy, successful and unburdened life that you are meant to have. My approach includes cognitive-based therapies that focus on mindfulness and acceptance.
I work with children and adults with an emphasis on achieving a quiet, relaxed and joyful state of mind to help with a variety of mental health challenges. My mission as a therapist is to help you overcome the limitations created by issues such as anxiety and depression so that you can feel like yourself again and go on to lead the happy, successful and unburdened life that you are meant to have. My approach includes cognitive-based therapies that focus on mindfulness and acceptance.
(904) 906-8246 View (904) 906-8246
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Lauren West - Family Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EdS, MEd
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32258
In my practice, I work with a broad range of clients who are simply struggling with life's demands - coping with change and transitions, discovering identities and passions, grieving losses big and small, and understanding the complexities of relationships. I enjoy working from a systems perspective; that is, understanding how relationships impact an individual and bringing those relationships into the therapy process if necessary.
In my practice, I work with a broad range of clients who are simply struggling with life's demands - coping with change and transitions, discovering identities and passions, grieving losses big and small, and understanding the complexities of relationships. I enjoy working from a systems perspective; that is, understanding how relationships impact an individual and bringing those relationships into the therapy process if necessary.
(352) 290-2037 View (352) 290-2037
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Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.