Therapists in Westside, Jacksonville, FL
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Chris Bartkowiak
Counselor, LMHC, MEd
Verified Verified
Westside, Jacksonville, FL 32210 (Online Only)
Listening is an art form.From traditional counseling to life coaching, mindfulness, I draw on my extensive life experience and thousands of hours with clients in helping you with communication, anger, trauma, grief, PTSD, existential crisis, addictions. I work with adult clients of all ages. I also work with other therapists, first responders, health professionals, teachers in helping them process the trauma that they witness and hear.You will know within the first session whether I am the right therapist, life coach for you.Confidentiality is assured, sliding scale. c-904 476-5336. chriscoachingandcounseling.com
Listening is an art form.From traditional counseling to life coaching, mindfulness, I draw on my extensive life experience and thousands of hours with clients in helping you with communication, anger, trauma, grief, PTSD, existential crisis, addictions. I work with adult clients of all ages. I also work with other therapists, first responders, health professionals, teachers in helping them process the trauma that they witness and hear.You will know within the first session whether I am the right therapist, life coach for you.Confidentiality is assured, sliding scale. c-904 476-5336. chriscoachingandcounseling.com
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Sofia Rubin
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Westside, Jacksonville, FL 32205 (Online Only)
Gain greater insight into your life, develop tools to navigate changes, and strengthen your connection to your own wisdom. Wherever you may be in your healing, therapy offers you a choice to embrace a meaningful life. Safety creates a space for understanding and an opportunity to embrace compassion. Cultivating a strong sense of self allows you to navigate life's challenges with more ease and clarity. Honoring and trusting yourself gives you peace of mind and acts as a catalyst for change. Offering telehelath sessions and in person sessions available in nature.
Gain greater insight into your life, develop tools to navigate changes, and strengthen your connection to your own wisdom. Wherever you may be in your healing, therapy offers you a choice to embrace a meaningful life. Safety creates a space for understanding and an opportunity to embrace compassion. Cultivating a strong sense of self allows you to navigate life's challenges with more ease and clarity. Honoring and trusting yourself gives you peace of mind and acts as a catalyst for change. Offering telehelath sessions and in person sessions available in nature.
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Pooja Vala
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Westside, Jacksonville, FL 32210
Pooja Chandrasekhar is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern who has 4 years of experience working with adults and children in a therapeutic capacity to manage depression, anxiety, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), trauma, life stressors, psychosis, and family conflict. Pooja completed her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology with a minor in Sociology at the University of Florida. She completed her Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of North Florida.
Pooja Chandrasekhar is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern who has 4 years of experience working with adults and children in a therapeutic capacity to manage depression, anxiety, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), trauma, life stressors, psychosis, and family conflict. Pooja completed her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology with a minor in Sociology at the University of Florida. She completed her Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of North Florida.
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Kristian received her Bachelor's degree at the University of North Florida followed by her Masters at Webster University. She engages others by building a rapport while also assisting her families to achieve set goals. She works with individuals ages 5-100, families, adolescents, drug addiction and parents who need guidance. Some specialty skills include problem-solving, communication, coping skills, and relaxation exercises for anxiety. Kristian focuses on the improvement, the quality of life of individuals and families by compassionately serving their mental health, addiction, special education, and community support needs.
Kristian received her Bachelor's degree at the University of North Florida followed by her Masters at Webster University. She engages others by building a rapport while also assisting her families to achieve set goals. She works with individuals ages 5-100, families, adolescents, drug addiction and parents who need guidance. Some specialty skills include problem-solving, communication, coping skills, and relaxation exercises for anxiety. Kristian focuses on the improvement, the quality of life of individuals and families by compassionately serving their mental health, addiction, special education, and community support needs.
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Cynthia C Wingate, MA, LMHC, LLC
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Westside, Jacksonville, FL 32205
Do you regularly find that the demands in your life make you feel caught - or hooked - in imperfect situations? Do you want to improve the relationships in your life? Improve your physical and mental health and develop meaningful relationships with your family. Most of us do, but sometimes, our day-to-day actions don't align with these intentions and goals. Rather than remaining trapped by your circumstances, patterns and thoughts, isn't it time to move forward and take action?
Do you regularly find that the demands in your life make you feel caught - or hooked - in imperfect situations? Do you want to improve the relationships in your life? Improve your physical and mental health and develop meaningful relationships with your family. Most of us do, but sometimes, our day-to-day actions don't align with these intentions and goals. Rather than remaining trapped by your circumstances, patterns and thoughts, isn't it time to move forward and take action?
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Nigeria K McHellon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Westside, Jacksonville, FL 32244
Choosing a therapist for yourself or a member of your family can be a difficult decision. The decision to engage in therapy takes true consideration for your wellness and emotional stability. My approach is from a place of compassion. I hope to create safe spaces for clients to engage in a trusting therapeutic relationship and focus on open communication while promoting self-growth and positive change. I believe that everything in life is full of purpose and that each experience we go through can be used as a catalyst to grow. I am passionate about individual growth and diversity.
Choosing a therapist for yourself or a member of your family can be a difficult decision. The decision to engage in therapy takes true consideration for your wellness and emotional stability. My approach is from a place of compassion. I hope to create safe spaces for clients to engage in a trusting therapeutic relationship and focus on open communication while promoting self-growth and positive change. I believe that everything in life is full of purpose and that each experience we go through can be used as a catalyst to grow. I am passionate about individual growth and diversity.
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Empowered Sol Wellness Center, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Westside, Jacksonville, FL 32210
Hey! I am Terri. So many people that I have met describe having been stuck. They have been unable, with the tools they have had, to get unstuck. Typically, it seems that trauma in one form or another is behind that. We all have a story, right? The one that led you here. Trauma can be big trauma, like we think of car accidents or sexual assault but it can also be things like grief or loss, divorce, emotional abuse, etc. Things that get stuck, that mold us in a sense... those same things also make us strong and build character, once we learn how to build from them.
Hey! I am Terri. So many people that I have met describe having been stuck. They have been unable, with the tools they have had, to get unstuck. Typically, it seems that trauma in one form or another is behind that. We all have a story, right? The one that led you here. Trauma can be big trauma, like we think of car accidents or sexual assault but it can also be things like grief or loss, divorce, emotional abuse, etc. Things that get stuck, that mold us in a sense... those same things also make us strong and build character, once we learn how to build from them.
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The Mindful Practice
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCW, QS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westside, Jacksonville, FL 32205
Finding the right therapist is difficult. At The Mindful Practice our client experience guides will match you with the perfect therapist. Whether you are struggling with emotional pain, relationship issues, or childhood trauma there is a therapist for you. Our purpose is to help you on this journey by helping you get scheduled with a therapist that connects with your story. Our therapists provide an open and non-judgemental environment that creates a space for you to gain the skills you need to live a fulfilling life that is not plagued with constant worry and self-doubt.
Finding the right therapist is difficult. At The Mindful Practice our client experience guides will match you with the perfect therapist. Whether you are struggling with emotional pain, relationship issues, or childhood trauma there is a therapist for you. Our purpose is to help you on this journey by helping you get scheduled with a therapist that connects with your story. Our therapists provide an open and non-judgemental environment that creates a space for you to gain the skills you need to live a fulfilling life that is not plagued with constant worry and self-doubt.
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Maria C Inoa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westside, Jacksonville, FL 32205 (Online Only)
You're an ambitious woman struggling with anxiety, frustration, anger, and/or sadness. Romantic relationships can reopen old wounds where we discover we still need healing. In addition, your relationships with your father, mother, and siblings can also leave you feeling unsettled, anxious, and angry (aka - triggered). You desire healing from your childhood and beyond. You've tried talk therapy in the past with little success. Maybe you've tried multiple therapists. Together, we will get to the root of your issues and help you work towards the healing you desire. I offer 60/90/120 minute sessions. I am certified in EMDR.
You're an ambitious woman struggling with anxiety, frustration, anger, and/or sadness. Romantic relationships can reopen old wounds where we discover we still need healing. In addition, your relationships with your father, mother, and siblings can also leave you feeling unsettled, anxious, and angry (aka - triggered). You desire healing from your childhood and beyond. You've tried talk therapy in the past with little success. Maybe you've tried multiple therapists. Together, we will get to the root of your issues and help you work towards the healing you desire. I offer 60/90/120 minute sessions. I am certified in EMDR.
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Philemon Ministry Of Counseling Academy
Pastoral Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Westside, Jacksonville, FL 32210
I'm a Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor and Board Certified as a Temperament Specialist and Clinical Supervisor by the National Christian Counselors Association. In addition, I'm Supreme Court Certified County, Family, and Circuit-Civil Mediator and Court appointed Child Custody Evaluator; Certified Thinking for a Change Facilitator. Also, I facilitate and provides counseling and coping mechanism, and adjustments techniques to the reentry individuals transitioning from jails and prisons as well as helping their family members with the life adjustments and understanding chronic disorders, pharmacological regimens and management.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor and Board Certified as a Temperament Specialist and Clinical Supervisor by the National Christian Counselors Association. In addition, I'm Supreme Court Certified County, Family, and Circuit-Civil Mediator and Court appointed Child Custody Evaluator; Certified Thinking for a Change Facilitator. Also, I facilitate and provides counseling and coping mechanism, and adjustments techniques to the reentry individuals transitioning from jails and prisons as well as helping their family members with the life adjustments and understanding chronic disorders, pharmacological regimens and management.
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Sarah Shine is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with four years of experience in the community behavioral health field. She finds joy in work that allows her to take in a person as they are and provide a safe place for them to heal and process their experiences in order to set and achieve their own personal goals. Sarah specializes in substance use disorders, trauma, personality disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, and major life transitions.
Sarah Shine is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with four years of experience in the community behavioral health field. She finds joy in work that allows her to take in a person as they are and provide a safe place for them to heal and process their experiences in order to set and achieve their own personal goals. Sarah specializes in substance use disorders, trauma, personality disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, and major life transitions.
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Dr Reeves VIP Therapy PLLC
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Dr Reeves VIP Therapy PLLC
Counselor, PhD, MS, CAP
Verified Verified
Westside, Jacksonville, FL 32212 (Online Only)
I specialize in family therapy, helping clients and families on the autism spectrum, as well as with addiction and divorce. With a blend of therapeutic styles including client-centered, solution-focused, CBT, motivational interviewing, and DBT, I tailor our sessions to meet your unique needs. Check out my profile to see the other areas in which I can be of assistance with my 40 years of experience. I'm happy to chat with you to see if we are the right fit for each other and hope that you find the help that you need in maintaining your mental health. Take care, Dr. Reeves
I specialize in family therapy, helping clients and families on the autism spectrum, as well as with addiction and divorce. With a blend of therapeutic styles including client-centered, solution-focused, CBT, motivational interviewing, and DBT, I tailor our sessions to meet your unique needs. Check out my profile to see the other areas in which I can be of assistance with my 40 years of experience. I'm happy to chat with you to see if we are the right fit for each other and hope that you find the help that you need in maintaining your mental health. Take care, Dr. Reeves
Online Therapists
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Celia Webb
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32210
The decision to begin (or deepen) therapy is a big one. I imagine you’ve attempted to manage a lot of things as best as you possibly could and that led you here. I’m so happy you’re here. I help clients navigate life when there’s been a few (or many) wrong turns and bumps in the road. I am skilled at working with all parts of a client when they have a history of trauma (knowingly or not). This often takes the form of eating disorders, anxiety, emotional overwhelm or dysregulation, dissociation, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, or substance use.
The decision to begin (or deepen) therapy is a big one. I imagine you’ve attempted to manage a lot of things as best as you possibly could and that led you here. I’m so happy you’re here. I help clients navigate life when there’s been a few (or many) wrong turns and bumps in the road. I am skilled at working with all parts of a client when they have a history of trauma (knowingly or not). This often takes the form of eating disorders, anxiety, emotional overwhelm or dysregulation, dissociation, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, or substance use.
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Jasmin Adamson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32256
Waitlist for new clients
I'm Jasmin, owner of Conscious Sol Healing, LLC and I offer a safe and supportive healing space to help you on your journey. I specialize in working with adults with complex trauma who are having difficulty navigating through challenging life transitions. My purpose and goal is to help you become the BEST version of yourself by building strong coping skills, resiliency, creating mind-body connection, and a strong resource toolbox.
I'm Jasmin, owner of Conscious Sol Healing, LLC and I offer a safe and supportive healing space to help you on your journey. I specialize in working with adults with complex trauma who are having difficulty navigating through challenging life transitions. My purpose and goal is to help you become the BEST version of yourself by building strong coping skills, resiliency, creating mind-body connection, and a strong resource toolbox.
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Immediate openings and serving all of Florida. Are you feeling stuck in your situation and unsure how to get your life back? Maybe there are issues you want to overcome or perhaps your past or current trauma is holding you back? If your goal is to decrease unwanted feelings or emotions, or work through your trauma (feelings of helplessness), I am here to be with you on your journey. It's time to get your life back!
Immediate openings and serving all of Florida. Are you feeling stuck in your situation and unsure how to get your life back? Maybe there are issues you want to overcome or perhaps your past or current trauma is holding you back? If your goal is to decrease unwanted feelings or emotions, or work through your trauma (feelings of helplessness), I am here to be with you on your journey. It's time to get your life back!
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Mind & Body Counseling Services
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32208 (Online Only)
My name is Andrea. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of FL and NY. I have over 10 years of experience working with children and adults in inpatient and outpatients settings, including corrections. I was raised in NY by West Indian (Caribbean)/Asian parents. I then moved to FL where I earned my BA in Psychology and Masters in Mental Health Counseling. My passion is helping others figure out this crazy thing called life, and learn how to live with more satisfaction.
My name is Andrea. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of FL and NY. I have over 10 years of experience working with children and adults in inpatient and outpatients settings, including corrections. I was raised in NY by West Indian (Caribbean)/Asian parents. I then moved to FL where I earned my BA in Psychology and Masters in Mental Health Counseling. My passion is helping others figure out this crazy thing called life, and learn how to live with more satisfaction.
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Welcome, my name is Marina Cadreche and I am a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Florida with over 27 years of experience. I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviors, relationship challenges, trauma, grief and substance use disorders. I utilize various therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Solution Focused therapy. I am mindful of culture and ethnic differences.
Welcome, my name is Marina Cadreche and I am a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Florida with over 27 years of experience. I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviors, relationship challenges, trauma, grief and substance use disorders. I utilize various therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Solution Focused therapy. I am mindful of culture and ethnic differences.
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I believe that success in therapy is based on the relationship shared between a therapist and their client. I approach counseling with the fundamental belief that we are all whole individuals - each of us unique; equally deserving of love, understanding, and compassion; and capable of making positive changes to achieve wellness. My goal is to help you identify, understand, and resolve your own unique life stressors.
I believe that success in therapy is based on the relationship shared between a therapist and their client. I approach counseling with the fundamental belief that we are all whole individuals - each of us unique; equally deserving of love, understanding, and compassion; and capable of making positive changes to achieve wellness. My goal is to help you identify, understand, and resolve your own unique life stressors.
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For more than 15 years I have been helping to change lives for the better. My philosophy is that the issues we face have origins in our past experiences. Therefore, there is hope for all of us to improve our lives. There are proven ways to reprogram our emotional states and our perspectives on life. I have gained skills for treating a wide variety of diagnoses and life situations affecting children and adults. I have a reputation for helping the most apprehensive people to trust the therapy process and find better outcomes.
For more than 15 years I have been helping to change lives for the better. My philosophy is that the issues we face have origins in our past experiences. Therefore, there is hope for all of us to improve our lives. There are proven ways to reprogram our emotional states and our perspectives on life. I have gained skills for treating a wide variety of diagnoses and life situations affecting children and adults. I have a reputation for helping the most apprehensive people to trust the therapy process and find better outcomes.
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Walter McClinton RMHCI
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32258
Ideally, I want the client to be willing to peel back those layers of pain through understanding, believing truly in themselves along with what they are looking to work towards. Painting a better version of themselves and their plans to accomplish it.
Ideally, I want the client to be willing to peel back those layers of pain through understanding, believing truly in themselves along with what they are looking to work towards. Painting a better version of themselves and their plans to accomplish it.
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Compassion Focused Therapists
How does compassion-focused therapy work?
Compassion-Focused Therapy is based on the idea that humans have at least three emotion regulation systems, including one that responds to threats and another that allows us to self-soothe. Those who experienced serious childhood adversity, the theory goes, have a hyperactive threat system and an underperforming self-soothing system, leaving them vulnerable to shame and a hypercritical mindset. CFT focuses on bringing these systems back into balance, helping the client be kinder to themselves and better able to accept kindness from others.
Is compassion-focused therapy a type of CBT?
Compassion-focused therapy is closely related to cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and employs many of its techniques. In addition to CBT, CFT also draws from the fields of biology, evolutionary psychology, neuroscience, developmental psychology, and Buddhism. It also has similarities to some types of trauma-focused therapies.
Is compassion-focused therapy evidence based?
Evidence suggests that CFT can be helpful in the treatment of anxiety, mood disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders, psychosis, and other mental illnesses. It has also been shown to be beneficial for individuals who may not have diagnosable psychiatric disorders but who still struggle with persistent self-criticism and feelings of shame.
What are the limitations of compassion-focused therapy?
Compassion-focused therapy is still a relatively new therapy, and research on its efficacy is still in its early stages; while some studies have found positive results, many have suffered from quality issues or small sample sizes. And while most CFT clients find it difficult to practice self-compassion at first, some—especially those who actively fear compassion or are deeply uncomfortable being cared for—may not be fully open to the tenets of CFT, potentially limiting the therapy’s long-term effectiveness.