Therapists for Teens in Gulf Breeze, FL

Being a counselor is a great privilege! I enjoy walking with people through some of the darkest times of their lives as they move forward to reaching their goals. The environment of the client-therapist relationship is unique and powerful. Within this context, growth is contagious. It's amazing to watch people say things like "I finally know and like myself" and feel that they no longer feel "stuck" or full of confusion or regrets. In order to be engaged in this process, I believe in being genuine, caring, and straight-forward.

Are you struggling within your relationships with loved ones? Do you feel unable to cope with the challenges of life? Do you feel like you're just barely surviving? Are you struggling to get through day to day activities, laying awake at night worrying about how you're going to manage all your responsibilities? Do feel alone or isolated? You don't have suffer in silence. There is hope. I can help you find ways to deal with life on its terms and heal the pain that has plagued your life. I help individuals learn how to manage life successfully, relieve emotional pain, and overcome the hurts of the past.

Hi, I'm Brandy, and I want to thank you for taking the time to invest in you. For making you and/or your family health a priority. You may or may not know exactly what you're looking for, but you're on the right track. Something innate led you to this spot in life, and I'd love for you to go with it. Following your unique path sometimes means sharing the burden and asking for a little help. I'm already proud of you for taking this first step. Whatever your needs are, I'm confident I can help. Let's see.

My goal is to guide individuals and couples with overcoming life's challenges and moving beyond their current emotional status. I particularly enjoy working with other professionals, in a variety of fields, to become the best version of themselves by learning to manage life stressors, mental health and emotional issues.

Accentus Health TMS is a leading provider of mental health services, offering a range of specialized therapies, medication management, and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy. My specific focus at Accentus Health TMS is the neurodiverse community, trauma, addiction and couple's issues. As a team we work together to create an individualized plan of care that is designed to meet the specific needs of each patient. We believe that mental health is essential for overall well-being, and we strive to ensure our patients are able to achieve their goals in a safe and supportive environment. It’s time to feel better!

When teens and adults feel overwhelmed, they FEEL it- mind & body. There are so many factors; high achievers, life changes, puberty, and the rapidly shifting world around us can all play a part in the exhausting and overwhelming feelings many people live with. These things can have a direct effect on your physical health, too! The brain and the body are connected, and they will let you know when things are not in sync. This can be confusing for some people, they get stuck and don't know how to move forward. Feeling stuck can increase those distressing thoughts related to anxiety, depression, and trauma.

Since 2013, I’ve worked with a range of mental health concerns in my private practice. In 2015 I learned of NeruoTherapy and utilized it as part of a wellness based inpatient program. And in 2017 I introduced it to my private practice. After seeing remarkable improvements with so many client concerns, (Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, TBI, Stroke Recovery, ADHD, Sleep Issues, Memory, Focus, Performance Enhancement, and more), Emerald Coast NeruoFeedback was founded in 2021, making it available outside of my counseling practice. At ECNF we combine cutting edge software with years of clinical experience from assessment to implementation.

Working together means, first and foremost, I meet you as an individual with your own unique experiences, needs, and desires. Through this whole person-centered approach do we begin to tailor treatment that will work and be effective for you. In looking at the root causes of what brought you to seek therapy we will focus on you as an individual and what has happened to you.

Stressed? Anxious? Generally feeling overwhelmed with emotions, and need someone to talk to? Let's figure it out together! As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, I put a lot of focus into trauma healing, utilizing Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. This method can be used for many different issues, as well as processing any early trauma, this is often present when we can’t quite figure out why our mind and body are always on high alert. Our bodies do really well in telling us what we need to work through. I can help you become more attuned to your needs.

The power of therapy can be life changing. It is an opportunity for you to process present and past emotions, life stressors and transitions, all while strengthening coping skills and developing a deeper understanding of yourself. Therapy is a space to feel seen and heard in a supportive and non-judgmental environment. I am a strength-based therapist, as I believe in each individual's capacity for emotional growth and meaningful change in all stages of life. Through authenticity, collaborative discussions, and a little humor, I strive to create a warm therapeutic environment that promotes acceptance, empowerment and healing.

Hello! If you've landed on my page, I want you to know that you've already done the first step to healing. You're reaching out and I'm proud of you. I love working with people who are unsure of their next steps in life, whether that be because of a big change, or they're asking questions about themselves. I am an openminded therapist who focuses on self-discovery, challenging negative thoughts and strengthening your core beliefs and values. When in my office, judgement will be taken out of the equation and replaced with encouragement and self-challenge.

My Ideal Client: Those who have struggled for years or even decades, with the inability to live their, “Best Life”. Those who are serious about obtaining their healing and or restoration, and will to do the required work. Those who struggle with, PTSD, CPTSD, Childhood Trauma, and or Addictions. Children and Teens with trauma. Those who are struggling with Mental Health issues, who are wanting stability and balance. Parents who struggles with traumatized, adoptive, foster, struggling children, who need help and guidance. Active duty military, veterans, and 1st responders.

I believe in the power of therapy to bring about healing, self-discovery, growth, and positive change. I understand that seeking help for such personal and often painful issues can feel overwhelming. It is my mission to make this process as comforting as possible, providing a safe, non-judgmental space where you can openly explore and address your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

I am currently taking new individuals and couples and this can be your first step to healthy! The ability to create meaningful relationships in our lives is one of the most important skills anyone can possess, yet so often, we find ourselves struggling to connect deeply because of our past or present experiences. It brings me joy every time I see an individual or couple work through those issues to connect, heal, and move forward in a more satisfying relationship.

Your mind is a racing machine that you can't seem to turn off! Scary and bothersome thoughts keep popping in your mind! You try to block them but they keep comping back. You can't be fully present or really enjoy yourself because they are so loud so often! Simple tasks now take forever because you battle the urge to check or repeat things over and over. You are embarrassed that people may think you're weird! But they just don't understand what it's like to think things you don't want to think and do things you know don't always make sense. You just want the thoughts and worries to stop so you can feel like yourself again.

My goals in practicing psychology are to help you narrow your focus, set strong goals, and deal more practically with life’s barriers. This can be an intimidating process, which is why I use humor - with a dash of hope - as essential tools. I am skilled in individual and family interventions, executive and consultative coaching, and therapeutic strategies including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution focused therapies. My experience in medical and rehabilitation settings, including private and veterans hospitals, helped me hone these skills for work with clients from all walks of life.

Struggling with negative beliefs, unwanted thoughts, past traumas, depression, or even parenting? Regardless, you don’t have to face those challenges alone. We are impacted by past events, oftentimes resulting in unhealthy coping mechanisms and negative core beliefs about ourselves and/or the world. Even when we “know” our behaviors and thoughts aren’t helpful, sometimes we just feel so stuck and aren’t sure what, if anything, will help. That's where I am come in: I’m here to provide a safe environment for individuals to overcome past struggles, challenge & replace negative beliefs, develop healthy coping skills, and reach healing.

I am passionate about working with those who feel as if they'll never break free from their past. Those who struggle with and can't seem to escape the same patterns, thoughts, and feelings. Maybe you logically -know- something wasn't your fault, but it still -feels- like it was, or you're tired of not feeling "good enough". I take special care in gently creating a safe space where you can be your authentic self, while honoring your unique journey. I have specialized training and experience working with those impacted by trauma, and guiding them towards healing.

Are you feeling stressed, anxious, or sad? Are you having relationship issues? If you are, it is time to receive the help you deserve and bring peace of mind into your daily life. I can help you get through this hard time in your life so that you can be happy and healthy. You don't have to do this alone or rely on people who do not understand. I am a welcoming and caring therapist that will respect and empathize with what you are going through, without any judgements.