In Person Therapists in Lakeland, FL
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Crystin Nichols
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MS, RMFTI
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33801
My ideal clients value relationships and seek to improve them, whether as couples facing communication problems, conflicts, or infidelity, or as individuals struggling with self-esteem, sexual concerns, or emotional wounds. They need a safe space for open communication, skill development, and healing. Their goals include rebuilding trust, enhancing intimacy, fostering loving partnerships, improving communication, and achieving personal growth. They want to honor their self and each other! They understand the value of professional guidance for more fulfilling and harmonious relationships.
My ideal clients value relationships and seek to improve them, whether as couples facing communication problems, conflicts, or infidelity, or as individuals struggling with self-esteem, sexual concerns, or emotional wounds. They need a safe space for open communication, skill development, and healing. Their goals include rebuilding trust, enhancing intimacy, fostering loving partnerships, improving communication, and achieving personal growth. They want to honor their self and each other! They understand the value of professional guidance for more fulfilling and harmonious relationships.
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Do you or your child struggle in school? Have problems paying attention or learning? Or need help identifying what accommodations can help you or your child succeed in school, college, or on exams (AP/IB, ACT/SAT)? I specialize in psychological and psychoeducational testing to help you pinpoint the root cause of these issues and what to do about them. Then, I partner with you to ensure you receive the help and support necessary to succeed in school and do your best. Let’s collaborate to identify what supports or treatments are best to highlight your strengths, reduce your struggles, and help you achieve your goals.
Do you or your child struggle in school? Have problems paying attention or learning? Or need help identifying what accommodations can help you or your child succeed in school, college, or on exams (AP/IB, ACT/SAT)? I specialize in psychological and psychoeducational testing to help you pinpoint the root cause of these issues and what to do about them. Then, I partner with you to ensure you receive the help and support necessary to succeed in school and do your best. Let’s collaborate to identify what supports or treatments are best to highlight your strengths, reduce your struggles, and help you achieve your goals.
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Do you find it hard to cope with anxiety, or hard to focus and relax? Perhaps family/friends worry about you, or you may feel stressed and worried. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to have tools to help you manage anxiety. You’re ready to have more focus and live life in the now . Most of all, you’re ready to regain control of your life.
Do you find it hard to cope with anxiety, or hard to focus and relax? Perhaps family/friends worry about you, or you may feel stressed and worried. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to have tools to help you manage anxiety. You’re ready to have more focus and live life in the now . Most of all, you’re ready to regain control of your life.
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I am a Licensed Marriage/Couples and Family Therapist. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help combat symptoms such as anxiety, depression, dysphoria, trauma & behavioral and mood disorders. I am a dedicated and passionate therapist who enjoys guiding, empowering, and education my clients. I believe it is import to hold the feelings and trust the process of healing. I have a history serving minority populations ranging from race to gender and sexuality. My goal is to make your therapy space a welcoming and a safe environment. We are all on this journey of life and I would love to walk with you if you want me to.
I am a Licensed Marriage/Couples and Family Therapist. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help combat symptoms such as anxiety, depression, dysphoria, trauma & behavioral and mood disorders. I am a dedicated and passionate therapist who enjoys guiding, empowering, and education my clients. I believe it is import to hold the feelings and trust the process of healing. I have a history serving minority populations ranging from race to gender and sexuality. My goal is to make your therapy space a welcoming and a safe environment. We are all on this journey of life and I would love to walk with you if you want me to.
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Many teens and adults struggle with identity issues, anxiety, and feeling depressed. Imagine feeling comfortable with who you are, better able to manage your distress, and hopeful for your future. There are ways to change patterns over time, and I would be honored to help you or your loved one feel better.
Many teens and adults struggle with identity issues, anxiety, and feeling depressed. Imagine feeling comfortable with who you are, better able to manage your distress, and hopeful for your future. There are ways to change patterns over time, and I would be honored to help you or your loved one feel better.
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Hi there! I'm Julianne, I love helping kids, teens, and young adults work through anxiety, depression, and life stressors better so they can thrive in young adulthood. I decided to become a counselor to help young people navigate through life easier. I understand how hard it can be to want to find a reliable support system but don't know where to turn. That's why I chose to dedicate my life to create a safe space for young people to do just that. My focus is on using a whole-person approach to managing anxiety, tackling depression, and move through life stressors better.
Hi there! I'm Julianne, I love helping kids, teens, and young adults work through anxiety, depression, and life stressors better so they can thrive in young adulthood. I decided to become a counselor to help young people navigate through life easier. I understand how hard it can be to want to find a reliable support system but don't know where to turn. That's why I chose to dedicate my life to create a safe space for young people to do just that. My focus is on using a whole-person approach to managing anxiety, tackling depression, and move through life stressors better.
![Photo of Ruthie A Kimmons, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/52902997-8ced-4685-8185-2269f26d09e3/1/320x400.jpeg)
Weekend and Evening Appointments Available. Feeling overwhelmed or undefeated in your current situation? Is the backpack on your back overflowing? Let me provide you a safe place, where you can unwind and talk about your fears, heartaches, and stressors. Sitting on my couch, things will become uncomfortable, because change does not happen without discomfort. It does not matter what stage you are in, in your life (children, teens, adults or seniors) your feelings are important, and I want to help you understand how your life experiences have shaped the behaviors and feelings you're struggling with today.
Weekend and Evening Appointments Available. Feeling overwhelmed or undefeated in your current situation? Is the backpack on your back overflowing? Let me provide you a safe place, where you can unwind and talk about your fears, heartaches, and stressors. Sitting on my couch, things will become uncomfortable, because change does not happen without discomfort. It does not matter what stage you are in, in your life (children, teens, adults or seniors) your feelings are important, and I want to help you understand how your life experiences have shaped the behaviors and feelings you're struggling with today.
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Hello. My name is Steve Johnson, and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). I have been working in the helping professions my entire adult life. I first became licensed over 25 years ago and have had the pleasure of helping many people over the years, both online and in my private practice. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families seeking counseling and served as a supervisor to newly licensed counselors and therapists. I am interested in working will clients of all ages, but working with young adults has been particularly rewarding.
Hello. My name is Steve Johnson, and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). I have been working in the helping professions my entire adult life. I first became licensed over 25 years ago and have had the pleasure of helping many people over the years, both online and in my private practice. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families seeking counseling and served as a supervisor to newly licensed counselors and therapists. I am interested in working will clients of all ages, but working with young adults has been particularly rewarding.
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I am a licensed mental health counselor with seven years of clinical experience. I have helped individuals and minors work through trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, divorce care, adjustment concerns, career changes, and many other challenges. Some treatment methods I have used are Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Relational, Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Expressive Arts, and Motivational Interviewing. I believe that together we can identify what you need to live a more fulfilled life.
I am a licensed mental health counselor with seven years of clinical experience. I have helped individuals and minors work through trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, divorce care, adjustment concerns, career changes, and many other challenges. Some treatment methods I have used are Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Relational, Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Expressive Arts, and Motivational Interviewing. I believe that together we can identify what you need to live a more fulfilled life.
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Hello, I am Amber Regal, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Tampa, Florida, offering telehealth services statewide. I specialize in working with adults dealing with ADHD, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and stress. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I help clients understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, empowering them to make positive life changes.
Hello, I am Amber Regal, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Tampa, Florida, offering telehealth services statewide. I specialize in working with adults dealing with ADHD, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and stress. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I help clients understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, empowering them to make positive life changes.
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My name is Francesca Corea, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Miami, Florida, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults. I specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, and self-esteem issues, using Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with.
My name is Francesca Corea, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Miami, Florida, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents and adults. I specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, and self-esteem issues, using Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with.
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I am originally from Rhode Island, where I worked as a School Social Worker for 20 years. I received my Master's Degree in 1992 from Emmanuel College in Boston, and my Master's in Social Work from Rhode Island college in 1997.
I am originally from Rhode Island, where I worked as a School Social Worker for 20 years. I received my Master's Degree in 1992 from Emmanuel College in Boston, and my Master's in Social Work from Rhode Island college in 1997.
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My name is Sidraya Bussie, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Jacksonville, FL, and working with Clients statewide via telehealth. I have worked in a variety of settings with Clients and populations providing specialty services in managing everyday challenges, life changes, mental health conditions, etc. I believe in taking a collaborative, holistic, and cognitive approach to counseling, but specifically to what fits the Client’s needs to help alleviate any discrepancies, increase motivation, and find purpose and balance in their life during a journey to self-healing.
My name is Sidraya Bussie, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Jacksonville, FL, and working with Clients statewide via telehealth. I have worked in a variety of settings with Clients and populations providing specialty services in managing everyday challenges, life changes, mental health conditions, etc. I believe in taking a collaborative, holistic, and cognitive approach to counseling, but specifically to what fits the Client’s needs to help alleviate any discrepancies, increase motivation, and find purpose and balance in their life during a journey to self-healing.
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Life's disappointments can leave us feeling shaken, shattered, or even destroyed, causing us to question our purpose or if we will ever feel whole again. If you have found yourself in this place, rest assured you are not alone. However, the pain that has defined your life for a season does not have to define your future. If you are ready to process the painful events of the past, address challenging events in the present, and step into a brighter future you are in the right place.
Life's disappointments can leave us feeling shaken, shattered, or even destroyed, causing us to question our purpose or if we will ever feel whole again. If you have found yourself in this place, rest assured you are not alone. However, the pain that has defined your life for a season does not have to define your future. If you are ready to process the painful events of the past, address challenging events in the present, and step into a brighter future you are in the right place.
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I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Addiction Professional, and Qualified Supervisor. I have over 20 years of counseling experience working with diverse populations including at-risk youth, and juvenile delinquents, and over the past several years, I have worked mostly in adult substance abuse treatment. I also identify with and specialize in working with LGBT persons. I am skilled at treating anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, and career and relationship issues as well.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Addiction Professional, and Qualified Supervisor. I have over 20 years of counseling experience working with diverse populations including at-risk youth, and juvenile delinquents, and over the past several years, I have worked mostly in adult substance abuse treatment. I also identify with and specialize in working with LGBT persons. I am skilled at treating anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, and career and relationship issues as well.
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Congratulations, you are in the right place to feel understood! I am passionate about helping my clients find their inner strengths seeking solutions to build their toolbox of coping strategies to manage life. Are you struggling with feeling lost and alone, being not motivated, trying to repair a relationship, grieving a loved one, or finding yourself in a season of transition, such as moving from parenting children to taking on a caretaker role for an elderly parent? Reach out: I am available for In-person sessions in Lakeland, FL with Atala Counseling and offer Telehealth sessions in Lake Wales, FL from my home office.
Congratulations, you are in the right place to feel understood! I am passionate about helping my clients find their inner strengths seeking solutions to build their toolbox of coping strategies to manage life. Are you struggling with feeling lost and alone, being not motivated, trying to repair a relationship, grieving a loved one, or finding yourself in a season of transition, such as moving from parenting children to taking on a caretaker role for an elderly parent? Reach out: I am available for In-person sessions in Lakeland, FL with Atala Counseling and offer Telehealth sessions in Lake Wales, FL from my home office.
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Jessica Dobbertin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33803
Waitlist for new clients
Life is filled with different seasons: seasons of growth, seasons of healing, seasons of grief, seasons of rest and reflection. I am excited to work with you no matter the season you are in.
Life is filled with different seasons: seasons of growth, seasons of healing, seasons of grief, seasons of rest and reflection. I am excited to work with you no matter the season you are in.
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As a clinical psychologist, I provide psychological evaluations, therapy, and coaching. Having worked in private practice for over 10 years, I have expertise in diagnosing and treating people coping with stress and relationship concerns to those who are coping with treatment resistant depression, and people who are feeling the effects of significant psychological trauma and abuse on their current lives.
As a clinical psychologist, I provide psychological evaluations, therapy, and coaching. Having worked in private practice for over 10 years, I have expertise in diagnosing and treating people coping with stress and relationship concerns to those who are coping with treatment resistant depression, and people who are feeling the effects of significant psychological trauma and abuse on their current lives.
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Jamaruz Thompkins
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS
Verified Verified
Lakeland, FL 33803
I look forward to serving children, and teens who may be experiencing trauma issues at school with behaviors, or needing interventions for ADHD and other Cognitive, Emotional, and Behavioral Issues. I look forward to serving couples and marriages on their journey towards Restoration. Also serving those who struggle with Substance Abuse and their journey to sobriety, with the many therapeutic approaches, am excited about serving our families to ensure they become a better version of themselves Prioritizing the needs of our clients, showing empathy, and being present is always top priority for client care, safety and stability.
I look forward to serving children, and teens who may be experiencing trauma issues at school with behaviors, or needing interventions for ADHD and other Cognitive, Emotional, and Behavioral Issues. I look forward to serving couples and marriages on their journey towards Restoration. Also serving those who struggle with Substance Abuse and their journey to sobriety, with the many therapeutic approaches, am excited about serving our families to ensure they become a better version of themselves Prioritizing the needs of our clients, showing empathy, and being present is always top priority for client care, safety and stability.