ADHD Therapists in Jacksonville Beach, FL
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Hello and welcome! My name is Rachel and I work with a diverse range of clients focusing on issues relating to relationships, ADHD, anxiety, body image and eating disorders, addiction and family dynamics. I have found one constant amongst all groups of people: connection. We all seek deeper and more meaningful connections with ourselves and others. My passion for therapy stems from the belief that we can heal through our ability to improve our internal and external connections.
Hello and welcome! My name is Rachel and I work with a diverse range of clients focusing on issues relating to relationships, ADHD, anxiety, body image and eating disorders, addiction and family dynamics. I have found one constant amongst all groups of people: connection. We all seek deeper and more meaningful connections with ourselves and others. My passion for therapy stems from the belief that we can heal through our ability to improve our internal and external connections.
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Hello! I'm Amber! As a therapist, I have a passion for guiding others through life's challenges. With over a decade of experience, I've gained experience working with teens, families, and individuals struggling with ADHD, depression, and anxiety. I've helped a diverse range of clients find their way toward greater clarity and happiness. My clients mean everything to me and I'm committed to helping them achieve their goals and make positive changes in their lives. Whether you're a stressed-out teenager or an adult struggling with tough issues, I'm here to help.
Hello! I'm Amber! As a therapist, I have a passion for guiding others through life's challenges. With over a decade of experience, I've gained experience working with teens, families, and individuals struggling with ADHD, depression, and anxiety. I've helped a diverse range of clients find their way toward greater clarity and happiness. My clients mean everything to me and I'm committed to helping them achieve their goals and make positive changes in their lives. Whether you're a stressed-out teenager or an adult struggling with tough issues, I'm here to help.
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Leeann Hall
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, ADHD-CC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed, unfocused, or stuck because of ADHD or executive function challenges? Do you wish you could attain your goals, but they feel so out of reach? If so, you're not alone. Many people struggle with these issues, and I'm here to help. I provide flexible and secure online counseling, coaching, and homework help services. You can receive the support you need from anywhere, at your convenience.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, unfocused, or stuck because of ADHD or executive function challenges? Do you wish you could attain your goals, but they feel so out of reach? If so, you're not alone. Many people struggle with these issues, and I'm here to help. I provide flexible and secure online counseling, coaching, and homework help services. You can receive the support you need from anywhere, at your convenience.
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Nicole Story, Oceanside Family Therapy &Assessment
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdS, MEd, LMFT, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
I treat & assess children & adults including ADHD; Anxiety; Aspergers/SCD; ASD; ESA; PTSD; PSD; Personality & Career changes, etc.
Experienced psychotherapist licensed in both Mental Health (LMHC) & Family Therapy (LMFT) offering Teletherapy & assessments throughout Florida & limited Walk/Talk sessions in local nature settings for children, teens & adults. Also working with attorney referred clients requiring evals for USCIS/Federal Immigration Court throughout the US including California, New York & Miami. ESA & Psychiatric Service Dog assessments. Psychometric testing in English/Spanish. Proficient in German, French, Spanish & Irish dialects. Check out our website for details and rates. Our beach office is in-house at Story Griffin, Consumer Justice Law Firm.
I treat & assess children & adults including ADHD; Anxiety; Aspergers/SCD; ASD; ESA; PTSD; PSD; Personality & Career changes, etc.
Experienced psychotherapist licensed in both Mental Health (LMHC) & Family Therapy (LMFT) offering Teletherapy & assessments throughout Florida & limited Walk/Talk sessions in local nature settings for children, teens & adults. Also working with attorney referred clients requiring evals for USCIS/Federal Immigration Court throughout the US including California, New York & Miami. ESA & Psychiatric Service Dog assessments. Psychometric testing in English/Spanish. Proficient in German, French, Spanish & Irish dialects. Check out our website for details and rates. Our beach office is in-house at Story Griffin, Consumer Justice Law Firm.
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I use evidence based, strength based therapies in individualized,collaborative,respectful ways to help each client, couple, and family develop preferred relationships with their symptoms, themselves and the world in which they live. Behavioral and physical conditions cause, contribute to and co-exist with each other. They are interrelated. I have experience working with clients who have symptoms of anxiety, depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, Impulse Control Disorders, Hoarding, Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Trichotillomania, Skin Picking, ADHD, Eating Disorders, Substance Use Disorders, Chronic Relapse,Trauma, co- occuring conditions, chronic illness and pain, relationship, communication, parenting and family issues, life transitions, grief, work and role related stress.
I use evidence based, strength based therapies in individualized,collaborative,respectful ways to help each client, couple, and family develop preferred relationships with their symptoms, themselves and the world in which they live. Behavioral and physical conditions cause, contribute to and co-exist with each other. They are interrelated. I have experience working with clients who have symptoms of anxiety, depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, Impulse Control Disorders, Hoarding, Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Trichotillomania, Skin Picking, ADHD, Eating Disorders, Substance Use Disorders, Chronic Relapse,Trauma, co- occuring conditions, chronic illness and pain, relationship, communication, parenting and family issues, life transitions, grief, work and role related stress.
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All Seasons Counseling Mediation & Family Cnsltg
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LPCS-C, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Our practice is accepting new clients for SC, FL, NC, & TN! If your marriage, relationship, or overall life needs to be revitalized, we're here to help. Family court mediation services (divorce, alimony, child support, custody, parenting agreements) probate court services are offered. Specialties- psychological evaluations, CALOCUS, family/marriage counseling, pre-marital counseling, individual counseling, ADHD diagnosis, relationship issues, workplace issues, life adjustment issues, court mandated therapy, & supervised visitation/exchanges (SC & NC). We accept most insurances, Medicaid & self-pay clients.
Our practice is accepting new clients for SC, FL, NC, & TN! If your marriage, relationship, or overall life needs to be revitalized, we're here to help. Family court mediation services (divorce, alimony, child support, custody, parenting agreements) probate court services are offered. Specialties- psychological evaluations, CALOCUS, family/marriage counseling, pre-marital counseling, individual counseling, ADHD diagnosis, relationship issues, workplace issues, life adjustment issues, court mandated therapy, & supervised visitation/exchanges (SC & NC). We accept most insurances, Medicaid & self-pay clients.
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My areas of expertise include Couples Counseling, Sex Therapy, Cognitive Therapy for Depression, Cognitive Therapy for Anxiety, Anger Management, Stress Management, Career Counseling, Family Therapy, Learning Assessments, ADHD Assessments, and Gifted IQ Assessments.
I have over 37 years of experience in corporate, academic, and clinical settings, helping people lead happier, more productive lives. As a licensed psychologist, I have been helping individuals, couples, and families in my private practice in Ponte Vedra Beach for over 17 years. I provide comprehensive therapy and testing services for children, adolescents, and adults. I have published 20 scientific articles on stress, anxiety, depression, and cognitive therapy. I have presented scientific papers to psychologists at state and national conventions. I have given talks on stress management, cognitive therapy for depression, and anxiety to local community organizations.
My areas of expertise include Couples Counseling, Sex Therapy, Cognitive Therapy for Depression, Cognitive Therapy for Anxiety, Anger Management, Stress Management, Career Counseling, Family Therapy, Learning Assessments, ADHD Assessments, and Gifted IQ Assessments.
I have over 37 years of experience in corporate, academic, and clinical settings, helping people lead happier, more productive lives. As a licensed psychologist, I have been helping individuals, couples, and families in my private practice in Ponte Vedra Beach for over 17 years. I provide comprehensive therapy and testing services for children, adolescents, and adults. I have published 20 scientific articles on stress, anxiety, depression, and cognitive therapy. I have presented scientific papers to psychologists at state and national conventions. I have given talks on stress management, cognitive therapy for depression, and anxiety to local community organizations.
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Polly A Charette
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD, ACSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
As a licensed psychotherapist for over 20 years, I specialize in PTSD, anxiety, chronic pain, brain injury, somatic symptoms, disturbance from memories, small and large traumas, personal growth, Adult ADD and mood disorders.
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.
As a licensed psychotherapist for over 20 years, I specialize in PTSD, anxiety, chronic pain, brain injury, somatic symptoms, disturbance from memories, small and large traumas, personal growth, Adult ADD and mood disorders.
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.
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Heather M. Fewox-Steen, LMHC, LLC.
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and I have practiced in community based agencies for more than 15 years. I have been licensed for 10 years. I have experience conducting individual, family psychotherapy, group, initial diagnostic interviews, and crisis intervention for all area of mental health. I have worked in a school setting with school related issues for over 5 years including working with military and their families to add support services.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and I have practiced in community based agencies for more than 15 years. I have been licensed for 10 years. I have experience conducting individual, family psychotherapy, group, initial diagnostic interviews, and crisis intervention for all area of mental health. I have worked in a school setting with school related issues for over 5 years including working with military and their families to add support services.
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Gifted and talented assessments along with learning disability & attention deficit disorder evaluations are provided.
I am an interactive, solution focused clinical psychologist with a treatment approach providing support and practical feedback to help you address your current life challenges or long-standing issues. With compassion and understanding, I will help you solve your problems.
I have a Master's degree in Child Clinical Psychology with a cognitive-behavioral orientation and a Doctor of Psychology degree with a psychodynamic orientation. I draw from my extensive education, training, & practical experience to design an individualized, collaborative treatment plan. Call or e-mail me today!
Gifted and talented assessments along with learning disability & attention deficit disorder evaluations are provided.
I am an interactive, solution focused clinical psychologist with a treatment approach providing support and practical feedback to help you address your current life challenges or long-standing issues. With compassion and understanding, I will help you solve your problems.
I have a Master's degree in Child Clinical Psychology with a cognitive-behavioral orientation and a Doctor of Psychology degree with a psychodynamic orientation. I draw from my extensive education, training, & practical experience to design an individualized, collaborative treatment plan. Call or e-mail me today!
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Ashanti C Belle
Counselor, LMHC, EdS, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32240 (Online Only)
Areas of expertise are depression and anxiety disorders, relational issues, adjustment disorders, military family issues and transitioning, parenting issues and education, trauma, substance abuse, ADHD, crisis intervention, self-esteem issues and anger management.
Here at Believe and Inspire Counseling, I am focused on helping guide others to their path of healing. My goal is to work with you to develop the skills needed to manage active symptoms of mental health that have shown to be detrimental on your day to day functioning as well as happiness.
Areas of expertise are depression and anxiety disorders, relational issues, adjustment disorders, military family issues and transitioning, parenting issues and education, trauma, substance abuse, ADHD, crisis intervention, self-esteem issues and anger management.
Here at Believe and Inspire Counseling, I am focused on helping guide others to their path of healing. My goal is to work with you to develop the skills needed to manage active symptoms of mental health that have shown to be detrimental on your day to day functioning as well as happiness.
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Do your surroundings promote a feeling of peace and harmony, or stress and anxiety? A cluttered environment can be a sign of a cluttered, or chaotic mind. Clearing away that clutter can be complicated by emotions and attachments. I offer judgment-free and culturally-sensitive support that teaches you to detach and let go of what no longer serves you. Leading to more inner and outer peace, with space for creating the life you want.
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Compassionate Psychological Support: Everyone needs help sometimes, but not everyone has the support they need. I am here to provide that support.
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Rachel Bauder Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Hiiii, I’m Rachel! And this is me: a very intense dog lover (meet my therapy dog below), queeeen of being happy doing nothing, and a serious empath/highly sensitive person.
Hiiii, I’m Rachel! And this is me: a very intense dog lover (meet my therapy dog below), queeeen of being happy doing nothing, and a serious empath/highly sensitive person.
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I'm here to help you become the best version of you emotionally, physically, spiritually, and socially. I'm able to provide you with resources, referrals, individual, couple, group and family therapy sessions in order help you to achieve your goals in a positive, accepting and safe environment. I work with tweens, teenagers and adults of all ages, races, genders and sexual orientations struggling with various life stressors/issues. Some of these include academics, occupation, family conflict, social relationships, gender confusion and identity, trauma, grief and loss, divorce, parenting, addictions, poor body- image, disordered eating patterns, and eating disorders.
I'm here to help you become the best version of you emotionally, physically, spiritually, and socially. I'm able to provide you with resources, referrals, individual, couple, group and family therapy sessions in order help you to achieve your goals in a positive, accepting and safe environment. I work with tweens, teenagers and adults of all ages, races, genders and sexual orientations struggling with various life stressors/issues. Some of these include academics, occupation, family conflict, social relationships, gender confusion and identity, trauma, grief and loss, divorce, parenting, addictions, poor body- image, disordered eating patterns, and eating disorders.
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Hello! I am passionate about the work I do helping children (ages 6+), adolescents, adults, and families find hope, peace, and healing in their lives. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, social phobia, grief, adjustment disorders, divorce-related issues, and post-abortion issues. I employ an eclectic mix of cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused, and child-centered family systems. I also frequently provide psychological testing to children and adults to evaluate emotional, personality, and behavioral concerns, as well as educational testing to assess learning problems, attention deficits, behavioral disturbances, developmental delays, and giftedness.
Hello! I am passionate about the work I do helping children (ages 6+), adolescents, adults, and families find hope, peace, and healing in their lives. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, social phobia, grief, adjustment disorders, divorce-related issues, and post-abortion issues. I employ an eclectic mix of cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused, and child-centered family systems. I also frequently provide psychological testing to children and adults to evaluate emotional, personality, and behavioral concerns, as well as educational testing to assess learning problems, attention deficits, behavioral disturbances, developmental delays, and giftedness.
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Beaches Therapy DBT & Mindfulness Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCQSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Ready for a change in direction and perspective? Tired of waiting for something different while stuck in a rut? Ruminating thoughts so intrusive you can't sleep making day to day a challenge. Suffering the same relationship patterns over and over with the same painful result? Tired of things not working out as you'd hoped? Little to no self confidence or hope for improvement? Need boundaries? Through nonjudgemental listening, problem solving, empathy and confidentiality we will establish an honest vibrant team relationship uncovering the way to the life you want!
Ready for a change in direction and perspective? Tired of waiting for something different while stuck in a rut? Ruminating thoughts so intrusive you can't sleep making day to day a challenge. Suffering the same relationship patterns over and over with the same painful result? Tired of things not working out as you'd hoped? Little to no self confidence or hope for improvement? Need boundaries? Through nonjudgemental listening, problem solving, empathy and confidentiality we will establish an honest vibrant team relationship uncovering the way to the life you want!
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Welcome to a safe space for healing and change. As an LCSW, I bring understanding and compassion to our therapeutic journey. With expertise in DBT, CBT, and narrative therapy, I am here to support you on your path to overcoming difficulties, examining unhelpful patterns, and experiencing positive change. With over a decade of experience in treating children, adolescents, and adults of all ages, I look forward to working together with you as you navigate towards a brighter and more fulfilling future.
Welcome to a safe space for healing and change. As an LCSW, I bring understanding and compassion to our therapeutic journey. With expertise in DBT, CBT, and narrative therapy, I am here to support you on your path to overcoming difficulties, examining unhelpful patterns, and experiencing positive change. With over a decade of experience in treating children, adolescents, and adults of all ages, I look forward to working together with you as you navigate towards a brighter and more fulfilling future.
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Carolyn Lee Downes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 (Online Only)
Anxiety, insecurity, depression, irritability, and control issues are side effects of living life… as much as your happiness, achievements, and pride. If you’re like me, you’ve experienced both (aka success and trauma). The problem is, life’s traumatic side effects are getting in the way of you experiencing MORE of the happy and successful kind. What you want is to be able to be more present and less fixated on things that get your mind get stuck in issues from the past, negative thinking, out of control behaviors, triggered emotions, and avoidance patterns.
Anxiety, insecurity, depression, irritability, and control issues are side effects of living life… as much as your happiness, achievements, and pride. If you’re like me, you’ve experienced both (aka success and trauma). The problem is, life’s traumatic side effects are getting in the way of you experiencing MORE of the happy and successful kind. What you want is to be able to be more present and less fixated on things that get your mind get stuck in issues from the past, negative thinking, out of control behaviors, triggered emotions, and avoidance patterns.
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ADHD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for ADHD?
You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.
How does treatment for ADHD work?
Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioral therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.
Are there specific medications for ADHD?
Medications to treat ADHD are generally stimulants, the most common are Adderall and Ritalin. There are two categories of stimulants: Amphetamines include Adderall, Dyanavel, Vyvanse, and Dexedrine, and methylphenidates include Ritalin, Concerta, Daytrana, Focalin, Quillichew, Quillivant, and Metadate. Non-stimulants and antidepressants may be used as an alternative if stimulants aren’t effective or viable for a particular patient.
How long does treatment for ADHD take?
It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.