Self-Harming Therapists in Fort Walton Beach, FL

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.

Serving Florida and Kentucky residents - I am an Army Veteran as well as current spouse, so I also can relate to the military lifestyle. All are welcome as my clients! Many people come to therapy with many years of experience in therapy or maybe for the first time. As a client of mine, you can ensure you will find a safe space, free from judgment.

Welcome, I am passionate about your potential to see change. I have noticed often people accept a harmful pattern, negative emotion or unrealized potential as a permanent part of their lives. I believe change is not only possible, but attainable. If one puts in the effort you can gain insight, recognize patterns, and start on your journey towards change. Your goal may be feeling more balanced or it could be for your child to display improved focus or self esteem. Let us partner together to make pivotal transitions in your life.

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.

Making the decision and moving forward with seeking therapy is a huge step and usually, it’s the biggest challenge in therapy. From the moment you step through my door, you’ve already got someone in your corner. I take pride in offering a supportive, calm, accepting, and safe environment for my clients. Today’s environment makes it more difficult for us to find ways to create healthy coping skills. We will work together to identify thought patterns and behaviors, process your emotions, and explore your values and beliefs. We’ll build those healthy coping skills together. It may not always be easy, but it will certainly be worth it.

I am interested in working with individual or family clients from all walks of life, in the age range of small children all the way to geriatric clients. I want to help you to start improving your life from any starting point- I want to meet you where you are. I will help you to rebuild your sense of self, and manage your anxiety and depression with healthy coping skills. Life can throw a lot at us, and I would love to help you through grief, caretaking, family conflict, substance abuse, or identity issues.

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.

Dempsey Rupe is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and completed her master’s degree in Social Work at Florida State University. She is currently pursing to become a Registered Play Therapist. Dempsey is trained in EMDR therapy, including EMDR with play therapy techniques. Dempsey utilizes play therapy techniques with children, teens, and families. Dempsey is trained to interpret play of children to give the guideway to healing children. Dempsey works best with children who have not responded well to therapy prior. Dempsey is trained in Theraplay which is an attachment rebuilding therapy for families with attachment injuries.

My name is Christina, I have a Master of Science degree in counseling and psychology. Life is a beautiful journey, but there are moments when it can seem too overwhelming to navigate it alone. Sometimes you need to reach out to someone who can help you find your way forward. If you feel weighed down by feelings of uncertainty or distress, come to see me. Together, we can work to identify and treat the root causes of your difficulties and create a new opportunity for a life with rich experiences and joyful memories.

I specialize in empowering you to make positive changes in your daily routines, boosting your confidence, and helping you recognize and believe in your own worth. My focus is on helping overwhelmed mothers establish their own identity separate from their roles as a mom and a partner. My approach is to use empathy and understanding to create a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. I want to help you build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, and lead a more fulfilling life. I strive to create an empowering relationship where you feel supported and encouraged to achieve your personal goals.

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.

As a registered mental health counselor intern, I passionately advocate for self-care and mental wellness while working collaboratively with clients to empower and build resilience and achieve mental health goals in a safe, empathetic space for healing and self-empowerment. I am prepared to assist individuals in coping and managing emotional, behavioral, and psychological challenges. What is an LPC Intern? Click on the above acronym LPC to find out more.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Board Certified Sex Therapist, and Clinical Supervisor who provides individual and couples therapy. I am certified in kink, fetishes, and polyamory. I am also certified in Transgender Care.

I became a Social Worker because your life is worth my time! I have experience in and enjoy working with all different ages as well as all different types of issues. You are not alone in your journey and I am here to help! I specialize in Substance Use and can help you on your journey to sobriety.

If you need help, I am here for you. Regardless of your mental health situation, I am committed to supporting you. I offer assistance with grief, PTSD, anxiety, depression, dissociation, bipolar disorder, body image issues, PNES, and various other concerns. My approach is transparent, and I tailor my methods to suit each unique situation. My goal is to help you become the best version of yourself through a variety of therapeutic processes, including CBT, DBT, self-havening, audio therapy, hypnotherapy, VNS activation, autogenics, EMDR, and IFS.

I work with clients age five and up.Working with clients to get through difficult stages in life and helping individuals to learn new coping skills for anxiety and depression.Helping individuals build self esteem and helping them to regulate thier emotions.Im open to working with clients at any age and any problems that may be causing them distress.

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.

I believe insight and gained knowledge of self, plus learning skills can enable a person to live life to his/her potential. I help clients of all ages gain new perspectives, identify negative thinking patterns, develop a healthy expression of feelings. and problem solve.

Taking the first step toward a journey of healing can be difficult. Let Isaly offer support and guidance through life's challenges by providing a safe and empathic environment. Isaly, is a registered mental health counselor who completed their masters degree from Pepperdine University. She recognizes each person’s unique experience with mental health and utilizes an integrative approach when working with patients.