Therapists in Jacksonville, FL
![Photo of Kristian Wilson, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/16790ebc-080e-4407-aa06-a62edc0ae5ab/2/320x400.jpeg)
She excels in individual, family, and substance addiction therapy throughout all age groups, alongside parenting guidance.
Are you between the ages of 5-100 and looking for help in navigating life's challenges? Meet Kristian, a passionate therapist who has devoted her career to serving individuals and families dealing with various mental health issues and life difficulties. Kristian utilizes a problem-solving approach, providing tools such as effective communication, coping mechanisms, and relaxation exercises to manage anxiety. She aims to improve the quality of life of her clients through compassionate and personalized services.
She excels in individual, family, and substance addiction therapy throughout all age groups, alongside parenting guidance.
Are you between the ages of 5-100 and looking for help in navigating life's challenges? Meet Kristian, a passionate therapist who has devoted her career to serving individuals and families dealing with various mental health issues and life difficulties. Kristian utilizes a problem-solving approach, providing tools such as effective communication, coping mechanisms, and relaxation exercises to manage anxiety. She aims to improve the quality of life of her clients through compassionate and personalized services.
![Photo of Maria A Adigweme, MS, LMHC, CAP, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3e47599b-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
It includes Strength-Based, Cognitive-Behavioral, Rational-Emotive, Family Systems, Solution-Focused approaches.
Are you Stressed, Anxious, Depressed, facing Transitions, Stage-of-Life Issues, Relationship Distress & Other Life's Challenges? My goal is to assist individuals toward the path of improvement by providing a conducive, non-judgmental atmosphere where personal circumstances are explored and worked on for overall well-being. Extensive experience enables me to tailor the treatment approach to meet individuals' unique needs. It's my belief that exploring past challenges enables insight to those problems. Equipped with good insight, an individual will most effectively develop steps and path necessary for improved and healthier life.
It includes Strength-Based, Cognitive-Behavioral, Rational-Emotive, Family Systems, Solution-Focused approaches.
Are you Stressed, Anxious, Depressed, facing Transitions, Stage-of-Life Issues, Relationship Distress & Other Life's Challenges? My goal is to assist individuals toward the path of improvement by providing a conducive, non-judgmental atmosphere where personal circumstances are explored and worked on for overall well-being. Extensive experience enables me to tailor the treatment approach to meet individuals' unique needs. It's my belief that exploring past challenges enables insight to those problems. Equipped with good insight, an individual will most effectively develop steps and path necessary for improved and healthier life.
![Photo of Aquarius N Cox, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/da55e048-9466-4eea-ae04-a9ea31d3bc19/1/320x400.jpeg)
Aquarius N Cox
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32244 (Online Only)
Let me help you gather the skills needed to manage your life and mental health, work towards goals to improve yourself, family, marriage or business and discover the peacefulness of higher quality of life.
Taking new clients. Accept many insurances. I have worked with adolescents and adults for 5 years. Whether you are working through life struggles, marital problems, depression, anxiety, grief, bipolar disorder or other forms of mental illness, I am here to help you gain the insight and skills need for increased self-awareness, coping, motivation and overall improvement. Once we meet, I will work with you to create a treatment plan that will help you achieve your goals.
Let me help you gather the skills needed to manage your life and mental health, work towards goals to improve yourself, family, marriage or business and discover the peacefulness of higher quality of life.
Taking new clients. Accept many insurances. I have worked with adolescents and adults for 5 years. Whether you are working through life struggles, marital problems, depression, anxiety, grief, bipolar disorder or other forms of mental illness, I am here to help you gain the insight and skills need for increased self-awareness, coping, motivation and overall improvement. Once we meet, I will work with you to create a treatment plan that will help you achieve your goals.
![Photo of Curt D'Achille, MA, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5ef6b015-859f-4788-8c14-640c08321a9f/3/320x400.jpeg)
I've focused on substance rehabilitation and treatment in private clinics and began his own therapy practice within a small health clinic focusing on mood disorders, adolescent and family therapies as well as counseling services for minority populations, providing needed mental health services to Medicaid recipients and the LGBTQ community.
I have provided leadership in program operations for several children's residential facilities and shelters and have supervised clinical therapies in acute residential treatment to those suffering from emergency psychiatric, emotional and behavioral problems, substance and sexual abuse and addictions.
I've focused on substance rehabilitation and treatment in private clinics and began his own therapy practice within a small health clinic focusing on mood disorders, adolescent and family therapies as well as counseling services for minority populations, providing needed mental health services to Medicaid recipients and the LGBTQ community.
I have provided leadership in program operations for several children's residential facilities and shelters and have supervised clinical therapies in acute residential treatment to those suffering from emergency psychiatric, emotional and behavioral problems, substance and sexual abuse and addictions.
I'm proficient in treating Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, PTSD, relationships, self-esteem, couple/family conflict, Trauma, Eating Disorders, Stress Management and Coping Skills.
I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with several years of experience. I've volunteered with several community agencies in the past in the areas of domestic violence, trauma, and family dynamic including improving familial relationships and communication. I have experiencing working with children, adolescents, adults and families in regards to mental health issues, trauma, domestic violence, substance abuse, parenting, marital/family conflict, stress management, school issues, communication, self-esteem in a healthy way using a cognitive behavioral approach.
I'm proficient in treating Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, PTSD, relationships, self-esteem, couple/family conflict, Trauma, Eating Disorders, Stress Management and Coping Skills.
I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with several years of experience. I've volunteered with several community agencies in the past in the areas of domestic violence, trauma, and family dynamic including improving familial relationships and communication. I have experiencing working with children, adolescents, adults and families in regards to mental health issues, trauma, domestic violence, substance abuse, parenting, marital/family conflict, stress management, school issues, communication, self-esteem in a healthy way using a cognitive behavioral approach.
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Sarah Berger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32258 (Online Only)
I have worked with people of all ages ranging from children to the elderly, with more focus devoted to those in their late teen s - mid - life stages . I specialize in working with anxiety, anger management, ADHD, stress management, improving relationships and communication, navigating life transitions, and parenting challenges. I have considerable experience supporting LGBTQIA individuals and helping them to navigate the challenges they may encounter with family, friends, or community. I also have worked extensively with parents on navigating challenging childhood behaviors and teenage puberty.
I have worked with people of all ages ranging from children to the elderly, with more focus devoted to those in their late teen s - mid - life stages . I specialize in working with anxiety, anger management, ADHD, stress management, improving relationships and communication, navigating life transitions, and parenting challenges. I have considerable experience supporting LGBTQIA individuals and helping them to navigate the challenges they may encounter with family, friends, or community. I also have worked extensively with parents on navigating challenging childhood behaviors and teenage puberty.
![Photo of Kathy Manns, LMHC, MCAP, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/607b2839-3f1b-4893-8c78-a35b99eb17a8/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am looking forward to helping you make the changes to improve your mental health, lifestyle, family dynamics, or well-being.
I have an extensive background working with children (ages 4 and up) and adolescents related to behavioral issues, anger, and mood disorders. Also many years working with adults, veterans, families, and couples. Goal is to strengthen individuals and families with strategies to develop effective relationships, communication, life and social skills.
I am looking forward to helping you make the changes to improve your mental health, lifestyle, family dynamics, or well-being.
I have an extensive background working with children (ages 4 and up) and adolescents related to behavioral issues, anger, and mood disorders. Also many years working with adults, veterans, families, and couples. Goal is to strengthen individuals and families with strategies to develop effective relationships, communication, life and social skills.
![Photo of Adrienne Leigh Desantis King - Beacon Pediatric Behavioral Health, PhD, BCBA, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d46040ad-a5ac-4455-b318-43de4caf6f52/1/320x400.jpeg)
We provide: individual and family therapy, parenting help, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) treatment, cognitive behavioral (CBT) and behavioral therapy, assessment (e.
The directors of Beacon Pediatric Behavioral Health (BPBH), Dr. Adrienne DeSantis King, and Dr. Paras Nabizadeh, welcome you! BPBH has a team of Psychologists, Therapists, and Behavior Analysts, with speech, PT, and OT services provided by our partner agency on site! We specialize in evaluating and treating Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, and disruptive behavior concerns, as well as anxiety, depression, mood dysregulation, adjustment problems, and/or learning difficulties for children 18 mo-18 yrs of age. The FASTEST way to get started is to complete the new client inquiry at WWW.BeaconPediatric.com!
We provide: individual and family therapy, parenting help, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) treatment, cognitive behavioral (CBT) and behavioral therapy, assessment (e.
The directors of Beacon Pediatric Behavioral Health (BPBH), Dr. Adrienne DeSantis King, and Dr. Paras Nabizadeh, welcome you! BPBH has a team of Psychologists, Therapists, and Behavior Analysts, with speech, PT, and OT services provided by our partner agency on site! We specialize in evaluating and treating Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, and disruptive behavior concerns, as well as anxiety, depression, mood dysregulation, adjustment problems, and/or learning difficulties for children 18 mo-18 yrs of age. The FASTEST way to get started is to complete the new client inquiry at WWW.BeaconPediatric.com!
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This can be religious, medical, or financial, and it can be the relationships with family, spouses, or even friends.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, and exhausted? Do you feel stuck in patterns that keep repeating, allowing you not to move forward? Are you drained because of disagreements and not able to be heard? Are you interested in healing problems with your behaviors? Combat issues like self-sabotage & allow you to learn how to react and respond to individuals in your family, community, & work environments. The ideal client comes to therapy, is consistent, and is ready to do the work and heavy lifting. A person who understands how important it is to process areas in their life that are no longer healthy and need to be addressed.
This can be religious, medical, or financial, and it can be the relationships with family, spouses, or even friends.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, and exhausted? Do you feel stuck in patterns that keep repeating, allowing you not to move forward? Are you drained because of disagreements and not able to be heard? Are you interested in healing problems with your behaviors? Combat issues like self-sabotage & allow you to learn how to react and respond to individuals in your family, community, & work environments. The ideal client comes to therapy, is consistent, and is ready to do the work and heavy lifting. A person who understands how important it is to process areas in their life that are no longer healthy and need to be addressed.
![Photo of Mike FitzGibbon, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/cf593c66-c450-4efd-8178-8f1c56b830b6/2/320x400.jpeg)
Mike FitzGibbon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32257 (Online Only)
I have lived in North Florida for the past 25 years. My wife and I became 'empty-nesters' this year and enjoy getting together with our children and extended blended family.
I have lived in North Florida for the past 25 years. My wife and I became 'empty-nesters' this year and enjoy getting together with our children and extended blended family.
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When not working, Ashley enjoys her time with family, loves painting, and is a travel enthusiast.
Are you struggling with past traumas that surface in daily life, making it difficult to navigate through emotional complexities? Meet Ashley Carmichael, a licensed mental health counselor with over a decade of experience. As a dedicated professional, Ashley specializes in addressing challenges tied to military sexual trauma, domestic and child abuse, substance abuse, anxiety, and depression. Operating within the state of Florida, her approach to therapy is rooted in humanism and a trauma-informed perspective - firm in the belief that seeking mental health support indicates resilience, not weakness.
When not working, Ashley enjoys her time with family, loves painting, and is a travel enthusiast.
Are you struggling with past traumas that surface in daily life, making it difficult to navigate through emotional complexities? Meet Ashley Carmichael, a licensed mental health counselor with over a decade of experience. As a dedicated professional, Ashley specializes in addressing challenges tied to military sexual trauma, domestic and child abuse, substance abuse, anxiety, and depression. Operating within the state of Florida, her approach to therapy is rooted in humanism and a trauma-informed perspective - firm in the belief that seeking mental health support indicates resilience, not weakness.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Jacksonville
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32210
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
![Photo of Christina Cummings, LMHC , CMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/24ed844f-1c52-4587-80bb-258e0d569c1d/1/320x400.png)
Specializing in anxiety/depression, PTSD, substance abuse, general life stressors, mindfulness, & family/relationship counseling, I offer a safe space to process, explore, and freely express yourself.
It is important that my clients have issues that I am qualified to treat. An ideal client would be willing to explore, understand, and work through their psychological and emotional challenges. Their needs consist of a nonjudgmental space where they feel seen, heard, and understood, allowing them to express themselves freely and practical tools and coping strategies to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, or stress and to navigate challenging emotions or situations.
Specializing in anxiety/depression, PTSD, substance abuse, general life stressors, mindfulness, & family/relationship counseling, I offer a safe space to process, explore, and freely express yourself.
It is important that my clients have issues that I am qualified to treat. An ideal client would be willing to explore, understand, and work through their psychological and emotional challenges. Their needs consist of a nonjudgmental space where they feel seen, heard, and understood, allowing them to express themselves freely and practical tools and coping strategies to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, or stress and to navigate challenging emotions or situations.
![Photo of Lisa Hubbard, LMHC, PhD, MA, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d6434558-1789-4001-bb2f-18a47b5176f5/2/320x400.png)
Whether your needs involve coping with depression, anxiety, or trauma; childhood issues, work-related issues, relationship issues, or family issues; or you or someone you are/have been involved with is/has struggled with a substance use issue, I am willing to help you discover your personal goals, strategize a plan for meeting those goals, and to guide you along the path you are cutting. I enjoy working with individuals who have a strong desire to identify complex areas or situations in their own lives that they would like to re-evaluate.
Whether your needs involve coping with depression, anxiety, or trauma; childhood issues, work-related issues, relationship issues, or family issues; or you or someone you are/have been involved with is/has struggled with a substance use issue, I am willing to help you discover your personal goals, strategize a plan for meeting those goals, and to guide you along the path you are cutting. I enjoy working with individuals who have a strong desire to identify complex areas or situations in their own lives that they would like to re-evaluate.
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At Empowered Family Therapy Services, we offer a supportive, non-judgmental approach - to enhance personal strengths, decrease maladaptive patterns and empower a greater sense of authenticity that encompasses well-being and balance in your life and your relationships.
I have over 15 years of experience servicing a variety of dynamics such as mother-daughter, husband-wife, and fiances preparing for a more committed relationship, and overall family dynamics. I provide a supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere where you can openly examine specific areas of concerns and flourish while breaching unsupportive and rigid pattern of interacting with others. I serve a limited number of individuals/families each day to ensure that you receive the individualized attention you deserve."
At Empowered Family Therapy Services, we offer a supportive, non-judgmental approach - to enhance personal strengths, decrease maladaptive patterns and empower a greater sense of authenticity that encompasses well-being and balance in your life and your relationships.
I have over 15 years of experience servicing a variety of dynamics such as mother-daughter, husband-wife, and fiances preparing for a more committed relationship, and overall family dynamics. I provide a supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere where you can openly examine specific areas of concerns and flourish while breaching unsupportive and rigid pattern of interacting with others. I serve a limited number of individuals/families each day to ensure that you receive the individualized attention you deserve."
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Ricky Thompson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a National Certified Counselor (NCC), a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP) as well as a Certified Grief Counselor Specialist (CGCS). He specializes in anger management, anxiety, behavioral issues, bipolar disorder, conflict resolution, couples counseling, depression, family counseling, grief and loss, self-esteem, self-harm, sleeping disorders, stress management, and substance abuse.
Ricky Thompson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a National Certified Counselor (NCC), a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP) as well as a Certified Grief Counselor Specialist (CGCS). He specializes in anger management, anxiety, behavioral issues, bipolar disorder, conflict resolution, couples counseling, depression, family counseling, grief and loss, self-esteem, self-harm, sleeping disorders, stress management, and substance abuse.
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Raina is confident that she can support you and your family while creating a safe and unique space tailored to your needs and goals.
Raina Smith is a Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern (RMHC-I) with over 2 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping children, teens, parents, and families address their unique challenges and help them live more fulfilled lives. Raina specializes in autism, anxiety, anger, behavioral issues, and parenting struggles.
Raina is confident that she can support you and your family while creating a safe and unique space tailored to your needs and goals.
Raina Smith is a Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern (RMHC-I) with over 2 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping children, teens, parents, and families address their unique challenges and help them live more fulfilled lives. Raina specializes in autism, anxiety, anger, behavioral issues, and parenting struggles.
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Mandarin Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LCSW, LMHC, RMHI, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32223
Mandarin Counseling is a group practice consisting of licensed social workers, licensed mental health clinicians, PhDs, and licensed marriage and family therapists. We are dedicated to providing quality, professional and compassionate mental health services. We offer a variety of treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, family systems, play therapy, psychological testing, couples counseling, dialectical behavior therapy, solution focused and behavioral therapy. Please contact our office for more information.
Mandarin Counseling is a group practice consisting of licensed social workers, licensed mental health clinicians, PhDs, and licensed marriage and family therapists. We are dedicated to providing quality, professional and compassionate mental health services. We offer a variety of treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, family systems, play therapy, psychological testing, couples counseling, dialectical behavior therapy, solution focused and behavioral therapy. Please contact our office for more information.
![Photo of Megan Rockwood, LMHC, MCAP, CSOTP, QS, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/51f6710b-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Thank you for taking the time to view my profile! I've been a psychotherapist for 15 years after 3 years assisting in published psychological research. My focus is on adult patients with trauma, family systems, anxiety, depression, addictions, personality disorders and/or emotional dysregulation. More recently in my career, I focus on emotional abuse, domestic abuse, dysfunctional family dynamics and recovery for both clients and other professionals. It is my mission to provide quality care with the respect and empathy everyone deserves!
Thank you for taking the time to view my profile! I've been a psychotherapist for 15 years after 3 years assisting in published psychological research. My focus is on adult patients with trauma, family systems, anxiety, depression, addictions, personality disorders and/or emotional dysregulation. More recently in my career, I focus on emotional abuse, domestic abuse, dysfunctional family dynamics and recovery for both clients and other professionals. It is my mission to provide quality care with the respect and empathy everyone deserves!
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Dr. Wilfreda J Cruz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, QS, LCSW-C, PhD
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32225 (Online Only)
Hello, thanks for visiting my page. I am happy that you took this step to find the help and support that you need. I am Dr. Wilfreda Cruz, a LCSW Psychotherapist with over 23 years of clinical experience working in Mental Health. I am the owner of Cruz Counseling and Wellness Solutions. I have expertise working with clients on a wide range of concerns from marriage/relationship issues, military family life challenges, depression, anxiety, divorce, grief, anxiety, PTSD/Trauma, parenting, co-parenting, ADHD, narcissistic abuse recovery and trauma recovery including betrayal trauma arising from infidelity.
Hello, thanks for visiting my page. I am happy that you took this step to find the help and support that you need. I am Dr. Wilfreda Cruz, a LCSW Psychotherapist with over 23 years of clinical experience working in Mental Health. I am the owner of Cruz Counseling and Wellness Solutions. I have expertise working with clients on a wide range of concerns from marriage/relationship issues, military family life challenges, depression, anxiety, divorce, grief, anxiety, PTSD/Trauma, parenting, co-parenting, ADHD, narcissistic abuse recovery and trauma recovery including betrayal trauma arising from infidelity.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.