Emotionally Focused Therapists in Fort Walton Beach, FL
I am dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment for individuals seeking help. I am currently pursuing my master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and have a strong desire to empower people to overcome challenges and achieve personal and relational growth. I believe in the importance of empathy, active listening, and creating a non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions. I am deeply passionate about contributing positively to the mental health field, and this dedication fuels my commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
I am dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment for individuals seeking help. I am currently pursuing my master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and have a strong desire to empower people to overcome challenges and achieve personal and relational growth. I believe in the importance of empathy, active listening, and creating a non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions. I am deeply passionate about contributing positively to the mental health field, and this dedication fuels my commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
We want the most life has to offer. At times, circumstances, habits and trauma does not serve us well.... we wake up to find we aren't where we thought. If you're here, you are not alone. Colleen’s compassion, honesty, knowledge and transparency enables you to uncover your own abilities to cope, heal, and move through challenges. Colleen’s strengths include breaking down issues into manageable pieces to empower patients to move toward healing. She uses evidenced based methods like CBT and is also a Certified EMDR trauma-recovery therapist.
We want the most life has to offer. At times, circumstances, habits and trauma does not serve us well.... we wake up to find we aren't where we thought. If you're here, you are not alone. Colleen’s compassion, honesty, knowledge and transparency enables you to uncover your own abilities to cope, heal, and move through challenges. Colleen’s strengths include breaking down issues into manageable pieces to empower patients to move toward healing. She uses evidenced based methods like CBT and is also a Certified EMDR trauma-recovery therapist.
Raina Burlak
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, CCTP, CTMH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 (Online Only)
I can help you use your strengths to meet your goals. Let's engage in a you-focused, judgement free, empathetic, skillful and goal directed conversation. Let's work through the dark emotions together. With support it can once again feel safe to rekindle hope and reprocess the felt memories that stick. We will focus on your goals and view you as capable with strengths. Hope and healing is possible.
I can help you use your strengths to meet your goals. Let's engage in a you-focused, judgement free, empathetic, skillful and goal directed conversation. Let's work through the dark emotions together. With support it can once again feel safe to rekindle hope and reprocess the felt memories that stick. We will focus on your goals and view you as capable with strengths. Hope and healing is possible.
Asking for help is the first important step you can take on your journey to wholeness. I am here to help you identify, explore, and remove obstacles to your wellbeing. Watson, my therapy dog, offers great comfort as you work through difficult issues. If you are dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, or need to find a way out of an abusive relationship, or break cycles of self-harm, I am here to counsel you in a supportive way that is unique to you. My expertise also helps couples strengthen their relationship, encourages families to develop stronger bonds, and helps children and adolescents overcome struggles during childhood.
Asking for help is the first important step you can take on your journey to wholeness. I am here to help you identify, explore, and remove obstacles to your wellbeing. Watson, my therapy dog, offers great comfort as you work through difficult issues. If you are dealing with depression, anxiety, grief, or need to find a way out of an abusive relationship, or break cycles of self-harm, I am here to counsel you in a supportive way that is unique to you. My expertise also helps couples strengthen their relationship, encourages families to develop stronger bonds, and helps children and adolescents overcome struggles during childhood.
Hillary has her master’s degree in Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Troy University. She is passionate about helping others and has experience working with adults, children, and couples. Originally from Colorado, she has lived and worked in a variety of places including New York, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. She has a background in music and enjoys theater and opera. Approaching each client with compassion and empathy, she is dedicated to assisting others to become the best versions of themselves.
Hillary has her master’s degree in Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Troy University. She is passionate about helping others and has experience working with adults, children, and couples. Originally from Colorado, she has lived and worked in a variety of places including New York, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. She has a background in music and enjoys theater and opera. Approaching each client with compassion and empathy, she is dedicated to assisting others to become the best versions of themselves.
Beverlee King Mueller
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LMHC, MCAP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
I am very boundary and communication oriented. Effective communication originates from the heart - empathy is the goal. You are the driver and I help guide you. Together we create life changing experiences, a new respect for self and others. As a team we teach each other. My job is to help empower you. My approach is eclectic and evidence based. I work with you to help serve your needs - individually, with your family, significant other, or whomever you please. I work well with any combination of family members, blended families, same sex unions, and any religion or non-religious preference.
I am very boundary and communication oriented. Effective communication originates from the heart - empathy is the goal. You are the driver and I help guide you. Together we create life changing experiences, a new respect for self and others. As a team we teach each other. My job is to help empower you. My approach is eclectic and evidence based. I work with you to help serve your needs - individually, with your family, significant other, or whomever you please. I work well with any combination of family members, blended families, same sex unions, and any religion or non-religious preference.
Creative Process Counseling, Marisa Mundell
LMHC, LPC, CYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
You know there is a safer path to your highest self and you're ready to be shown the way. You are ready to stop gaslighting your gut and start owning your shadow so that you don't have to live in someone else's. You want to be powerful, not perfect. You are an ambitious, resilient, inspiring creative who is changing the dance of our conscious collective and you require support from value-aligned sources. You are ready for a deeper more powerful experience in therapy with a guide who embodies the transformation you know is waiting for you. You are excited to live a truer life that is rich with meaning and magic.
You know there is a safer path to your highest self and you're ready to be shown the way. You are ready to stop gaslighting your gut and start owning your shadow so that you don't have to live in someone else's. You want to be powerful, not perfect. You are an ambitious, resilient, inspiring creative who is changing the dance of our conscious collective and you require support from value-aligned sources. You are ready for a deeper more powerful experience in therapy with a guide who embodies the transformation you know is waiting for you. You are excited to live a truer life that is rich with meaning and magic.
Are you experiencing roadblocks in life? Does it feel like there is something invisible standing in between you and where you would like to be? Do relationships cause you unwelcome stress and worry? Sometimes the first step towards healing is simply acknowledging that you need help, and that is what I am here for: to help you sort out your worries and anxieties, and to walk alongside you as you navigate how to work out some of the more difficult things in life.
Are you experiencing roadblocks in life? Does it feel like there is something invisible standing in between you and where you would like to be? Do relationships cause you unwelcome stress and worry? Sometimes the first step towards healing is simply acknowledging that you need help, and that is what I am here for: to help you sort out your worries and anxieties, and to walk alongside you as you navigate how to work out some of the more difficult things in life.
Alina Griffith
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, CCTP, ASDCS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
I create a trusting space and build rapport so that you can have a place to process challenges, which also creates growth. Creating a safe space for my clients also means creating a space of compassion, empathy, understanding, and non-judgment. I value the transformative nature of a strong therapeutic relationship. Sometimes, there are disruptions in life that affect not only the present but the future as well. These disruptions can impact how we see ourselves, how we see others, and how we perceive the world in a negative way. I draw from the modalities of CBT, DBT, Person-Centered Therapy, and SandTray Therapy.
I create a trusting space and build rapport so that you can have a place to process challenges, which also creates growth. Creating a safe space for my clients also means creating a space of compassion, empathy, understanding, and non-judgment. I value the transformative nature of a strong therapeutic relationship. Sometimes, there are disruptions in life that affect not only the present but the future as well. These disruptions can impact how we see ourselves, how we see others, and how we perceive the world in a negative way. I draw from the modalities of CBT, DBT, Person-Centered Therapy, and SandTray Therapy.
Life can be very challenging and we all have ways of coping with these challenges. Some ways of coping are healthy; others, not so much. When life overwhelms us, whether in marriage, family, job, or military career, our coping skills may no longer help us manage and we may look for quick fixes like alcohol or substances. If alcohol or substance use has taken over your life, or if anger and out-of-control emotions are ruling you, you have come to the right place.
Life can be very challenging and we all have ways of coping with these challenges. Some ways of coping are healthy; others, not so much. When life overwhelms us, whether in marriage, family, job, or military career, our coping skills may no longer help us manage and we may look for quick fixes like alcohol or substances. If alcohol or substance use has taken over your life, or if anger and out-of-control emotions are ruling you, you have come to the right place.
Mya Brown
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Waitlist for new clients
My ideal client is committed to navigating significant life transitions, healing from past traumas, and strengthening relationships. Couples may seek help with communication breakdowns, trust issues, or parenting conflicts, aiming to enhance their connection and family harmony. Young adults often need support with identity formation, career choices, and managing stress. Veterans may seek to process military experiences and reintegrate into civilian life. My clients are open to self-reflection and motivated to make positive changes, valuing the guidance and support of therapy.
My ideal client is committed to navigating significant life transitions, healing from past traumas, and strengthening relationships. Couples may seek help with communication breakdowns, trust issues, or parenting conflicts, aiming to enhance their connection and family harmony. Young adults often need support with identity formation, career choices, and managing stress. Veterans may seek to process military experiences and reintegrate into civilian life. My clients are open to self-reflection and motivated to make positive changes, valuing the guidance and support of therapy.
Monique Darnell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547 (Online Only)
About your therapist, Hello, my name is Monique Darnell. I am a multi-state Licensed Professional Counselor. I am a therapist that leads and shows compassion. I believe in changing lives, and I believe in what I do. Though days can be rough, I find comfort in the things that bring me joy, reading, resting, and watching a good show. I am a parent, an author and a arts and craft woman. I understand what it is like to work through things and how it feels to be human. When it comes to my therapy approach, I like to think of it as holistic. This kind of therapy integrates spiritual, physical, mental, and emotional forms of well-being. I
About your therapist, Hello, my name is Monique Darnell. I am a multi-state Licensed Professional Counselor. I am a therapist that leads and shows compassion. I believe in changing lives, and I believe in what I do. Though days can be rough, I find comfort in the things that bring me joy, reading, resting, and watching a good show. I am a parent, an author and a arts and craft woman. I understand what it is like to work through things and how it feels to be human. When it comes to my therapy approach, I like to think of it as holistic. This kind of therapy integrates spiritual, physical, mental, and emotional forms of well-being. I
You have already made progress by making the decision to begin therapy, and that is huge! No matter what issues you are facing, we will work together to find a way to help you meet your treatment goals in a safe, non-judgmental environment. All I need from you is honesty, commitment, and a willingness to share your story at a pace that is comfortable for you. Whether it is anxiety, depression, self-esteem, codependency, or relationship issues, we can work together to find skills or techniques that can enrich your life. I can offer you coping skills/techniques as well as materials that you can use for additional guidance.
You have already made progress by making the decision to begin therapy, and that is huge! No matter what issues you are facing, we will work together to find a way to help you meet your treatment goals in a safe, non-judgmental environment. All I need from you is honesty, commitment, and a willingness to share your story at a pace that is comfortable for you. Whether it is anxiety, depression, self-esteem, codependency, or relationship issues, we can work together to find skills or techniques that can enrich your life. I can offer you coping skills/techniques as well as materials that you can use for additional guidance.
Carlise C. McLaughlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I provide Telehealth services via video and phone for people who live in the state of Florida. Active duty military, veterans, and their families are my passion. As a Navy veteran and military spouse, I offer a unique perspective on military issues including pre/post-deployment, marriage, trauma, secondary trauma, and family issues. Other issues I enjoy helping with include surviving infidelity, conscious uncoupling, LGBTQ relationships, caregiver fatigue, anxiety, depression, and personality disorders such as Borderline Personality Disorder.
I provide Telehealth services via video and phone for people who live in the state of Florida. Active duty military, veterans, and their families are my passion. As a Navy veteran and military spouse, I offer a unique perspective on military issues including pre/post-deployment, marriage, trauma, secondary trauma, and family issues. Other issues I enjoy helping with include surviving infidelity, conscious uncoupling, LGBTQ relationships, caregiver fatigue, anxiety, depression, and personality disorders such as Borderline Personality Disorder.
Ray Sizemore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
I focus on two areas - relationships and trauma/PTSD - with couples, individuals, and families. Couples often struggle with a lack of emotional and physical intimacy, they've lost respect & trust for each other, have little companionship, poor communication, argue about finances, sex, children, etc. Trauma/PTSD is often an underlying cause of relationship problems. Many struggle with mental health and substance use as a result. They feel stressed, damaged, alone, numb, can't sleep/concentrate, have racing thoughts, mood swings, anger. They 've tried meds, therapy, substance rehab with little success and feel stuck. Is this you?
I focus on two areas - relationships and trauma/PTSD - with couples, individuals, and families. Couples often struggle with a lack of emotional and physical intimacy, they've lost respect & trust for each other, have little companionship, poor communication, argue about finances, sex, children, etc. Trauma/PTSD is often an underlying cause of relationship problems. Many struggle with mental health and substance use as a result. They feel stressed, damaged, alone, numb, can't sleep/concentrate, have racing thoughts, mood swings, anger. They 've tried meds, therapy, substance rehab with little success and feel stuck. Is this you?
Redefining: Stories LLC w/Stacey C Steele-Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
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!
Kimberly Yon-Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Brain Injury Specialist. I provide mental health and substance abuse treatment for individuals. I have a special interest in treating military members and Veterans. I am the spouse of a retired military member and grew up in an Air Force Family. This provides me with a unique understanding of the military culture and issues facing the military population. I also enjoy working with the geriatric population to help individuals cope with the changes that come later in life.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Brain Injury Specialist. I provide mental health and substance abuse treatment for individuals. I have a special interest in treating military members and Veterans. I am the spouse of a retired military member and grew up in an Air Force Family. This provides me with a unique understanding of the military culture and issues facing the military population. I also enjoy working with the geriatric population to help individuals cope with the changes that come later in life.
Denise Levy, BSW Psychoeducational Life Coach
BSW, CMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 (Online Only)
Every day we all make choices about what we do or don't do. Each of these choices, no matter how big or small will affect the results that we get in life which therefore influences how fulfilled or unfulfilled we go on to feel. Life coaching helps to identify your core values (what's really important to you) which in turn enables you to make wiser choices and ultimately create a more effective, balanced and fulfilling life. The Life Coaching process examines what is going on in your life right now by unpacking your obstacles and/or challenges and formulating a strategic plan of action to help YOU achieve the things that you want!
Every day we all make choices about what we do or don't do. Each of these choices, no matter how big or small will affect the results that we get in life which therefore influences how fulfilled or unfulfilled we go on to feel. Life coaching helps to identify your core values (what's really important to you) which in turn enables you to make wiser choices and ultimately create a more effective, balanced and fulfilling life. The Life Coaching process examines what is going on in your life right now by unpacking your obstacles and/or challenges and formulating a strategic plan of action to help YOU achieve the things that you want!
David I Copeland
Counselor, PhD, LMHC S, BSP, CCTP, CtH
Verified Verified
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
STOP feeling "STRESSED OUT"! Is your life being driven by anxiety/depression? You can learn better ways to reduce anxiety/stress and experience inner peace. How? By using effective proven coping skills that work and can be used anytime! Taking a whole approach (heart, soul and mind) I help individuals gain a healthy and lasting balance. My experience includes PTSD issues, addiction issues, marital problems, life transitions, and premarital counseling. Stop losing life's energy and regain better resilience! Military? As a retired veteran, I understand the challenges faced in transitions.
STOP feeling "STRESSED OUT"! Is your life being driven by anxiety/depression? You can learn better ways to reduce anxiety/stress and experience inner peace. How? By using effective proven coping skills that work and can be used anytime! Taking a whole approach (heart, soul and mind) I help individuals gain a healthy and lasting balance. My experience includes PTSD issues, addiction issues, marital problems, life transitions, and premarital counseling. Stop losing life's energy and regain better resilience! Military? As a retired veteran, I understand the challenges faced in transitions.
Dr. Alyssa Gavulic Howk
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMHC-S, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
I am a trauma specialist who has an extensive background working with individuals, couples, and families within the military, veteran, widow, and bereavement populations. I work to help each client become an optimally functioning and progressively maturing individual through identifying the specific presenting problem affecting their lives, helping them evaluate how their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors may be impacting the way they relate to themselves and others, and exploring how they can become the best version of themselves physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
I am a trauma specialist who has an extensive background working with individuals, couples, and families within the military, veteran, widow, and bereavement populations. I work to help each client become an optimally functioning and progressively maturing individual through identifying the specific presenting problem affecting their lives, helping them evaluate how their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors may be impacting the way they relate to themselves and others, and exploring how they can become the best version of themselves physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
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.