Therapists in Gainesville, FL

I am here to provide a safe space and empathetic support for you, your child or your teen. Preteens and adolescents are wildly resilient and with nurturing empowerment and trust, they will thrive. You or your child may be struggling with worries, fear, and deep sadness. You, as a parent, want them to feel calm in their mind and body and for them to stop being so hard on themselves. Preteens and teens with these difficulties can also be battling panic attacks, bouts of anger and anxiety, and lack of will to even get out of bed in the morning.

NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS Therapy is a huge part of Self-Care! I focus on my clients' goals to becoming better people. While unpacking the layers of your life, we will collaborate and discover what makes you unique. We will also explore your world, while conquering daily challenges that you may be facing. Do you need assistance with self/social awareness? Do you struggle with conflict resolution (reasonable thinking)? Do you lack a pure and/or positivity mindset? If so, I can help. I will work diligently to help transform your mind to POSITIVE THINKING. We will plant the seeds of the unknown to grow your control over your life!

I am a licensed mental health counselor, a licensed marriage and family therapist, and a Nationally Certified Counselor with a doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision. My counseling philosophy includes many theoretical positions and is client focused and client driven. I am available for corporate consulting, retreats and workshops on a wide variety of topics, such as personal and professional success, personal responsibility, dream interpretation and developing personal/professional mission statement.

Examining and understanding the thoughts, emotions, or behaviors that are not benefiting you is a natural and healthy part of living your best and authentic life. As a therapist I believe in working collaboratively to achieve whatever it is that you believe will lead to a more joyful, comfortable, productive and fulfilling life. You may benefit from one session or we can build a treatment plan that fits within your life. I integrate research-backed modalities from approaches that are compatible with your style and address your presented concerns. My interpersonal approach is present and curious, without judgment.

Dorcar Cruz, RMHCI Dorcar Cruz is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern in Florida who has been practicing since 2020. She has an M. Ed. Dorcar believes in a treatment philosophy that is both collaborative and holistic. She feels it is necessary for the person to participate in an open dialogue with the therapist regarding their doubts, strategies, their treatment, and progress. And then treating the whole person and not just their symptoms or diagnosis is key to providing comprehensive and effective care. In her spare time, Dorcar enjoys reading, walking, music, and traveling/road trips.

Every person goes through a period in their life where they desire to make changes, face difficulties, find the courage to challenge themselves, or simply find that their old ways are no longer serving them in their life. I take the time to understand each client in order to tailor their treatment to their uniques circumstances. In my practice I thoroughly believe that a connection between therapist and client is the foundation for healing and change. It is an honor to provide the services that I do. My goal is to provide a nonjudgmental safe place for healing.

“Let's walk together through the process to heal, piece by peace.” I work with children, adults and families who may be suffering from significant life stressors and/or severe traumas. I have a passion for change. I aid in helping advocate for my clients in the face of adversity. My passion, as a therapist, is assisting in transforming results through the power of healing in relationships. I am grounded in the principles of trauma-informed care. I utilize comprehensive assessments to have a clearer understanding of diagnostic complexities to implement the most effective interventions.

Compassion and comfort during our most difficult times offer us healing and peace when our world is turned upside down. Here is a gentle reminder that having someone to express yourself and to voice your frustrations can transform a crisis into a calming and beautiful day. Your presence and peace of mind is the most important gift you can offer yourself weekly, biweekly, or monthly. Therapy sessions are affordable for you when using insurance, EAP coverage, or need self pay options. You can book appointments at your convenience to get started or send an email to schedule an appointment. I accept clients of all ages and ethnicities.

Licensed Mental Health Therapist and Lifestyle coach. Claudia believes that the best way to live your life is by putting the best version of yourself into everything that you do. Finding that version of yourself can be challenging especially when life is filled with obstacles. Her mindfulness approach includes health and wellness strategies that can help you prioritize self care and self awareness. Claudia can help you and your best self get through those days!

My greatest strength as a practitioner is my understanding of the human experience. I understand the uniqueness of the client/practitioner relationship, while recognizing the importance of seeing the client as a human first. I like to give my client as much autonomy as possible throughout the course of their treatment. I understand that most things in life are beyond our control, and I feel it’s important for clients who are experiencing some form of distress to feel they have some degree of control in their life.

My main goal is to create a judgment-free environment to foster growth and healing for all my clients. I first help my clients to feel safe and heard. Your emotions and reactions are valid, and I want to first offer you empathy. My goal is to help my clients alter their perspective of past trauma and help them love themselves, because you deserve empathy and peace. I use brainspotting to help my clients heal from traumatic memories. I also work with couples to heal attachment wounds and to help couples to have fulfilling and safe relationships. Ultimately, I come along side you as your therapeutic journey unfolds.

I am a practicing clinical psychologist beginning in March of 1987. I primarily use brief solution focused therapy with NLP and an adjunct of cognitive behavioral input. We can assist with faith-based spiritual counseling. Additionally, if you're interested in overcoming addictions, trauma and other mental health concerns with the use of CBT, hypnosis, or other creative therapies I am your therapist or Coach. If long-term therapy is needed, techniques will vary from Rogerian,Gestalt and Existential approaches on an individualized basis.

My approach to therapy is one focused on the relationship between client and counselor. The trust within the session is the foundation of therapy. I have worked in inpatient, outpatient,crisis intervention and community settings. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. I am happy to take your call and to hear some of your concerns or struggles free of charge as I know entering therapy can be somewhat scary or anxiety provoking. Reach out and lets see if we can start your journey together, or visit my website to learn a little about myself. Thank You.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 30 years of experience in the field of Social Work. I began as a social worker working in child welfare. I proceeded to work extensively in hospitals, home health, mental health, child welfare, juvenile court, schools, palliative care, hospice, and residential settings; providing case management and discharge planning. I moved to Georgia 10 years ago with my husband and two daughters and continued to pursue my passion for helping others. I am currently residing in Orlando Florida and practicing as an LCSW in Georgia and Florida. I currently provide telehealth sessions.

I’ve worked with children and adolescents in a variety of settings for over 20 years. My counseling practice focuses on helping clients work through the issues that prevent them from participating fully in daily living. I use “top down” approaches like Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT) along with “bottom up” approaches like biofeedback that work to regulate emotion using the body and breath. I have a strong emphasis on self compassion because I have found that young people who struggle can be very critical of themselves. I work to validate their feelings and normalize their struggles.