Therapists in Bradenton, FL
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"Our goal is to get you back to being you". Psychological services are offered for depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and relationship difficulties.
Dr. McKay is a clinical psychologist providing evidence-based treatment, such as cognitive-behavioral or dialectical behavioral therapy. She has extensive experience working with patients who have eating disorders or medical problems, as well as onducting psychological evaluations. Dr. McKay is also a Level 2 Gottman Therapist using an evidence-based method to help couples build a better relationship.
We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of care in the community and treat all of our patients with respect and compassion.
"Our goal is to get you back to being you". Psychological services are offered for depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and relationship difficulties.
Dr. McKay is a clinical psychologist providing evidence-based treatment, such as cognitive-behavioral or dialectical behavioral therapy. She has extensive experience working with patients who have eating disorders or medical problems, as well as onducting psychological evaluations. Dr. McKay is also a Level 2 Gottman Therapist using an evidence-based method to help couples build a better relationship.
We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of care in the community and treat all of our patients with respect and compassion.
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James M. Benedick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EdD
Verified Verified
Bradenton, FL 34202 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Feeling depressed, anxious, hopeless? You're at the point that you've tried everything you can think of and nothing has worked? Are you feeling more and more stressed? Whether a long-standing mental health problem or something that has just cropped up, interfering with your important relationships and daily activities, I can help by introducing solutions and supporting you as you work your way to the life you want. A lot of times, simple changes in the way you communicate with your significant others can improve bad relationships quickly, improve your self-esteem, and get you back on the path of accomplishing your life goals.
Feeling depressed, anxious, hopeless? You're at the point that you've tried everything you can think of and nothing has worked? Are you feeling more and more stressed? Whether a long-standing mental health problem or something that has just cropped up, interfering with your important relationships and daily activities, I can help by introducing solutions and supporting you as you work your way to the life you want. A lot of times, simple changes in the way you communicate with your significant others can improve bad relationships quickly, improve your self-esteem, and get you back on the path of accomplishing your life goals.
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Our goal is to get you back to being you. Dr. Goldfarb is a Yale trained psychologist who offers psychological services for mood and anxiety disorders including depression, anxiety, addictions, ADHD/ADD, stress, grief and loss, infertility, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and chronic pain. We work with individuals, couples, and families. We treat children, adolescents and adults. Dr. Goldfarb provides evidence-based treatment, including psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy. She has extensive training in working with clients with eating and weight disorders. She also specializes in conducting psychological evaluations/assessments for children and adults, including gifted testing and forensic evaluations.
Our goal is to get you back to being you. Dr. Goldfarb is a Yale trained psychologist who offers psychological services for mood and anxiety disorders including depression, anxiety, addictions, ADHD/ADD, stress, grief and loss, infertility, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and chronic pain. We work with individuals, couples, and families. We treat children, adolescents and adults. Dr. Goldfarb provides evidence-based treatment, including psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral psychotherapy. She has extensive training in working with clients with eating and weight disorders. She also specializes in conducting psychological evaluations/assessments for children and adults, including gifted testing and forensic evaluations.
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As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral (BCBA-D), I provide applied behavior analysis services with an emphasis on functional analyses and function-based treatments to all ages. I specialize in treating problem behaviors (e.g., aggression, property destruction, pica, tantrums, elopement, noncompliance). I also provide skill development (e.g., social, communication, play, academic, vocational, and daily living skills). I work with all abilities and disabilities, including gifted children who struggle with social and communication skills and those with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities. I provide extensive caregiver training and home services.
As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral (BCBA-D), I provide applied behavior analysis services with an emphasis on functional analyses and function-based treatments to all ages. I specialize in treating problem behaviors (e.g., aggression, property destruction, pica, tantrums, elopement, noncompliance). I also provide skill development (e.g., social, communication, play, academic, vocational, and daily living skills). I work with all abilities and disabilities, including gifted children who struggle with social and communication skills and those with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities. I provide extensive caregiver training and home services.
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Roxanne Pratt
Counselor, MS, MPH, LMHC, NCC, CHES
Verified Verified
Bradenton, FL 34202 (Online Only)
I specialize in children, teens, young adults and parenting, with 20 years of experience counseling this population. Issues addressed include: behavior issues, anxiety and depression, school issues, family issues (including separated, divorced and blended families), self-esteem, peer issues, weight & eating issues including emotional eating, stress eating and binge eating, special needs, and clients living with chronic medical conditions. I use cognitive-behavioral therapy, positive psychology, solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and others. Counseling tailored to clients' needs.
I specialize in children, teens, young adults and parenting, with 20 years of experience counseling this population. Issues addressed include: behavior issues, anxiety and depression, school issues, family issues (including separated, divorced and blended families), self-esteem, peer issues, weight & eating issues including emotional eating, stress eating and binge eating, special needs, and clients living with chronic medical conditions. I use cognitive-behavioral therapy, positive psychology, solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and others. Counseling tailored to clients' needs.
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Christine Giresi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bradenton, FL 34201
Not accepting new clients
Hello and thanks for checking out my profile! I believe all human behavior is driven by our thoughts and feelings, and our ability to cope with our emotions. My goal is to work with you to produce positive and sustainable changes which will lead to a more content and fulfilling life. I focus on the 'here and now', because unfortunately, we cannot change the past, but we can control what we do today and moving forward. My philosophy of therapy allows you to express yourself in a non- judgmental, unbiased, confidential environment and walk out feeling more mindful, aware, knowledgeable and empowered.
Hello and thanks for checking out my profile! I believe all human behavior is driven by our thoughts and feelings, and our ability to cope with our emotions. My goal is to work with you to produce positive and sustainable changes which will lead to a more content and fulfilling life. I focus on the 'here and now', because unfortunately, we cannot change the past, but we can control what we do today and moving forward. My philosophy of therapy allows you to express yourself in a non- judgmental, unbiased, confidential environment and walk out feeling more mindful, aware, knowledgeable and empowered.
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Audrey Oxenhorn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bradenton, FL 34208
As a holistic practitioner, who is also a psychotherapist, artist, healer and grandmother, I offer children and their families practical life changing tools and knowledge to meet everyday challenges. Children and adolescents are living a completely different childhood than we did and it is helpful to get a skilled and intuitive perpsective about these shifts. Some of the tools that I offer include: Mindfulness for kids and adolescents, Tapping or Emotional Freedom Techniques, Creative Arts, Hypnotherapy and Personalized Meditations.
As a holistic practitioner, who is also a psychotherapist, artist, healer and grandmother, I offer children and their families practical life changing tools and knowledge to meet everyday challenges. Children and adolescents are living a completely different childhood than we did and it is helpful to get a skilled and intuitive perpsective about these shifts. Some of the tools that I offer include: Mindfulness for kids and adolescents, Tapping or Emotional Freedom Techniques, Creative Arts, Hypnotherapy and Personalized Meditations.
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Harry Leon Morgan
Counselor, MA, MDiv, ThM, PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bradenton, FL 34205
I prefer clients who seek to improve their lives and want professional assistance in making needed changes in their self-sabotaging beliefs, faulty thinking, destructive behaviors, or abusive relationships. I served 29 years as a chaplain in the Army reserves, state-side and overseas, helping military personnel and their families. I have extensive training and experience in treatment for those who have been traumatized, or sexually abused, and who are registered sex offenders.
I prefer clients who seek to improve their lives and want professional assistance in making needed changes in their self-sabotaging beliefs, faulty thinking, destructive behaviors, or abusive relationships. I served 29 years as a chaplain in the Army reserves, state-side and overseas, helping military personnel and their families. I have extensive training and experience in treatment for those who have been traumatized, or sexually abused, and who are registered sex offenders.
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Is your child having difficulty at school? Are you at your wits' end with your child’s behavior, anxiety, or inattention at home? Do you need help navigating the educational system and all the acronyms? Is your child or teen experiencing Let me help your family. As a Nationally Certified School Psychologist and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), I work with families and their school-aged children (preschool to high school) to promote academic, behavioral , and social-emotional success.
Is your child having difficulty at school? Are you at your wits' end with your child’s behavior, anxiety, or inattention at home? Do you need help navigating the educational system and all the acronyms? Is your child or teen experiencing Let me help your family. As a Nationally Certified School Psychologist and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), I work with families and their school-aged children (preschool to high school) to promote academic, behavioral , and social-emotional success.
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I have been a practicing psychotherapist for over thirty years. My practice consists primarily of individuals (adults and adolescents) dealing with depression, anxiety, loss and low self-esteem. I also work with couples and families struggling with relationship and transition issues.
I have been a practicing psychotherapist for over thirty years. My practice consists primarily of individuals (adults and adolescents) dealing with depression, anxiety, loss and low self-esteem. I also work with couples and families struggling with relationship and transition issues.
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I specialize in OCD, Trauma, Anxiety, Selective Mutism, child behavioral issues and gifted testing. I am a Registered Play Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed School Psychologist, EMDR Certified Therapist and a certified PCIT Therapist. When working with adults, I meet you where you are at. I focus my work with children on play-based, EMDR and cognitive behavioral strategies with a strong understanding of how children process and communicate. The family is always an integral part of therapy with children so I love bringing in parents and siblings in order to create a better future for the whole family.
I specialize in OCD, Trauma, Anxiety, Selective Mutism, child behavioral issues and gifted testing. I am a Registered Play Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed School Psychologist, EMDR Certified Therapist and a certified PCIT Therapist. When working with adults, I meet you where you are at. I focus my work with children on play-based, EMDR and cognitive behavioral strategies with a strong understanding of how children process and communicate. The family is always an integral part of therapy with children so I love bringing in parents and siblings in order to create a better future for the whole family.
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Courtney Davenport
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bradenton, FL 34207 (Online Only)
I offer psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. Issues frequently addressed include: Depression, Anxiety, Body-Image Concerns, Eating Disorders, ADHD (Children & Adults), Relationship Challenges, Adjusting to Life Transitions, Grief/Loss Issues, and Interpersonal Relationship Difficulties. I work with each client individually to determine specific areas of focus and create strategies to accomplish desired outcomes.
I offer psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. Issues frequently addressed include: Depression, Anxiety, Body-Image Concerns, Eating Disorders, ADHD (Children & Adults), Relationship Challenges, Adjusting to Life Transitions, Grief/Loss Issues, and Interpersonal Relationship Difficulties. I work with each client individually to determine specific areas of focus and create strategies to accomplish desired outcomes.
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Harmony Harbor Counseling & Wellness
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, NCC, QS, RYT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Bradenton, FL 34201
Discover Harmony Harbor, nestled in the heart of Sarasota, Florida—a unique mental health spa designed to rejuvenate your spirit and empower your healing. From the moment you step through our doors, you are enveloped in an atmosphere of tranquility that feels like a warm embrace. Here, vulnerability meets compassion, and hope ignites transformation. We honor your journey with a thoughtful approach to therapy that minimizes discomfort and maximizes empowerment. Contact us today to begin a transformative journey towards lasting change.
Discover Harmony Harbor, nestled in the heart of Sarasota, Florida—a unique mental health spa designed to rejuvenate your spirit and empower your healing. From the moment you step through our doors, you are enveloped in an atmosphere of tranquility that feels like a warm embrace. Here, vulnerability meets compassion, and hope ignites transformation. We honor your journey with a thoughtful approach to therapy that minimizes discomfort and maximizes empowerment. Contact us today to begin a transformative journey towards lasting change.
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Robert Bakst
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAP
Verified Verified
Bradenton, FL 34207 (Online Only)
I have over 30 years of experienced providing therapeutic services for clients dealing with addiction, anxiety, bereavement, depression, stress, trauma, and life transitions. The services I provide are individual, marital, and family therapy for families and adults. A positive treatment outcome will enhance your self-esteem and improve your mood by assisting you in developing the tools to deal effectively with your problems.
I have over 30 years of experienced providing therapeutic services for clients dealing with addiction, anxiety, bereavement, depression, stress, trauma, and life transitions. The services I provide are individual, marital, and family therapy for families and adults. A positive treatment outcome will enhance your self-esteem and improve your mood by assisting you in developing the tools to deal effectively with your problems.
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Lonne Lynne Sterling
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, CEAP, SAP
Verified Verified
Bradenton, FL 34202 (Online Only)
As a dedicated professional, I am committed to providing the highest standard of care. I believe therapy is a process, uniquely formed by the bonding relationship between therapist and client, working side-by-side. My objective is to help clients successfuly manage life's problems and challenges and empower them to achieve their therapeutic goals. I am interactive and results oriented. I want clients to receive the best I have to offer in the shortest amount of time possible."
As a dedicated professional, I am committed to providing the highest standard of care. I believe therapy is a process, uniquely formed by the bonding relationship between therapist and client, working side-by-side. My objective is to help clients successfuly manage life's problems and challenges and empower them to achieve their therapeutic goals. I am interactive and results oriented. I want clients to receive the best I have to offer in the shortest amount of time possible."
M. Shawn Kellerman
Counselor, LMHC, SAP, MAC, CAP, ICADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bradenton, FL 34201
How do you do?! I'm Shawn. Although in no way limited to the succeeding, I currently specialize in the treatments of: Addiction; Anxiety; Coaching; Co-Occurring Disorders; Depression; Dual Diagnosis Disorders; EAP's; 1:1; Conjoint Familial; Conjoint Marital; Conjoint Partner; LGBTQIA; and Specialized Group Therapies. Other than the exception of Group, which can run for up to an hour and a half, sessions usually run for an hour in duration. I've been working with the services, aforementioned for over 21 years.
How do you do?! I'm Shawn. Although in no way limited to the succeeding, I currently specialize in the treatments of: Addiction; Anxiety; Coaching; Co-Occurring Disorders; Depression; Dual Diagnosis Disorders; EAP's; 1:1; Conjoint Familial; Conjoint Marital; Conjoint Partner; LGBTQIA; and Specialized Group Therapies. Other than the exception of Group, which can run for up to an hour and a half, sessions usually run for an hour in duration. I've been working with the services, aforementioned for over 21 years.
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I have a warm, interactive style. I strive to create a safe, respectful environment. I believe we can utilize challenges to create opportunities. We are all capable of improving the quality of our lives when we learn how to embrace challenges and overcome obstacles/self-doubts. I use a practical common sense approach focusing on the most distressing issues first. I will encourage new techniques to develop a positive plan of action.
I have a warm, interactive style. I strive to create a safe, respectful environment. I believe we can utilize challenges to create opportunities. We are all capable of improving the quality of our lives when we learn how to embrace challenges and overcome obstacles/self-doubts. I use a practical common sense approach focusing on the most distressing issues first. I will encourage new techniques to develop a positive plan of action.
![Photo of Elizabeth S Ibanez, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/45edad77-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
My main goal is to provide you with a caring, supportive, and non-judgmental environment in which you can achieve optimum well-being. I strive to assist in gaining and maintaining a sense of hope, perseverance, and optimism. I believe that each individual is resilient has the potential to overcome their obstacles and learn new strategies to better manage their daily stress.
My main goal is to provide you with a caring, supportive, and non-judgmental environment in which you can achieve optimum well-being. I strive to assist in gaining and maintaining a sense of hope, perseverance, and optimism. I believe that each individual is resilient has the potential to overcome their obstacles and learn new strategies to better manage their daily stress.
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If you feel stuck, confused, locked in the same "dance" in your thoughts, behavior, and relationships, I will help you with the untangling. We will work together to find patterns, solve problems, and develop resilience and self-awareness. I work with individuals, families, and couples, and particularly enjoy young children and adolescents. I am particularly interesting in working with Gifted children and their parents...doing assessments, determining strengths and weaknesses, and helping families with the special opportunities involved. I also specialize in Couples work, using techniques that are evidence based and effective. I provide private Gifted Testing and ADHD, Learning Differences, and Memory Screening evaluations.
If you feel stuck, confused, locked in the same "dance" in your thoughts, behavior, and relationships, I will help you with the untangling. We will work together to find patterns, solve problems, and develop resilience and self-awareness. I work with individuals, families, and couples, and particularly enjoy young children and adolescents. I am particularly interesting in working with Gifted children and their parents...doing assessments, determining strengths and weaknesses, and helping families with the special opportunities involved. I also specialize in Couples work, using techniques that are evidence based and effective. I provide private Gifted Testing and ADHD, Learning Differences, and Memory Screening evaluations.
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Mary G Davenport
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bradenton, FL 34207
I am a PhD Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist & aasect Certified Sex Therapist. I have been a leader in the field of family therapy and sex therapy since 1974. Trained at the University of Pennsylvania, I bring a wealth of experience and a personalized approach to my private practice in Sarasota, Florida. I provide specialized support for transgender and non-binary individuals and their families. I am dedicated to creating an environment that respects and celebrates the diversity of gender identities and sexual orientation.
I am a PhD Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist & aasect Certified Sex Therapist. I have been a leader in the field of family therapy and sex therapy since 1974. Trained at the University of Pennsylvania, I bring a wealth of experience and a personalized approach to my private practice in Sarasota, Florida. I provide specialized support for transgender and non-binary individuals and their families. I am dedicated to creating an environment that respects and celebrates the diversity of gender identities and sexual orientation.
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Number of Therapists in Bradenton, FL
200+
Average cost per session
$140
Therapists in Bradenton, FL who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
74% | Relationship Issues |
74% | Self Esteem |
70% | Coping Skills |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
66% | Grief |
Average years in practice
15 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
83% | Aetna |
82% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
72% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Bradenton, FL see their clients
67% | In Person and Online | |
33% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
18% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |