Substance Use Therapists in Navarre, FL

I provide effective treatment for adults and couples using individual and group therapy formats. I have extensive experience in outpatient, intensive outpatient, and military settings. I am credentialed as a Master Addiction Counselor (MAC) as well as a National Board Certified Counselor (NCC) and I am extensively trained in treating those with substance misuse concerns. In addition to my expertise in substance abuse/addiction, I also specialize in trauma/anxiety and military related difficulties; U.S. military veteran of 25 years (Air Force) and a former federal civilian employee of 8 years with the U.S. Army.

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

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

I focus on two areas - relationships and trauma/PTSD - with couples, individuals, and families. Couples often struggle with a lack of emotional and physical intimacy, they've lost respect & trust for each other, have little companionship, poor communication, argue about finances, sex, children, etc. Trauma/PTSD is often an underlying cause of relationship problems. Many struggle with mental health and substance use as a result. They feel stressed, damaged, alone, numb, can't sleep/concentrate, have racing thoughts, mood swings, anger. They 've tried meds, therapy, substance rehab with little success and feel stuck. Is this you?

I provide guidance and support through counseling to help people of all backgrounds reach their greatest potential. Through one on one sessions, workshops, and group trainings, I work to foster a space for learning, healing, and growing authentically. These services are provided in both English and Spanish. Over the years, I have trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative therapy, Trauma Focused therapy. My mission is to establish a foundation of trust, honesty, and mutual respect in hopes of supporting individuals through their mental health journey.

No one goes through life without walking through some tough valleys. They can be overwhelming, scary, lonely, but they can also be full of growth and healing. They are hard, YES! But we don’t have to be afraid of the hard things; we must lean into the hard things. My practice is built on desire to equip you with the support, encouragement, and healing you need to move into a healthier way of living. Listen, you don’t have to do this alone! It is my job and honor to hold space with you, help you gain insight into your struggles, and help you do the work to make the necessary changes. Together we will discover new truths for you.

Life has a way of making us feel stuck sometimes. Things don't go as planned. Relationships, Loss, Disappointment, Anxiety, Fear, Patterns and Habits keep us from moving forward. Small steps can make a big impact. We can work together to facilitate your path forward. Take the first step and book your appointment on the website today.

Hey, there you are! Are you anxious? Overwhelmed by life or by grief? Are you angry more often than you'd like? Are you a survivor of trauma and stuck in unhealthy thinking patterns or old behaviors that no longer serve your goals in life? Turning to unhealthy solutions to manage these painful feelings can seems like the only option. Maybe you have even engaged in counseling and been left feeling unsatisfied with the outcome. Difficult experiences take many forms, and ALL of them can create stuck points. Depression, grief, anxiety and addiction are often the result of feeling stuck.

Hi, my name is Sarah James and I am a licensed mental health counselor. I have worked in the behavioral health industry for eight years, gaining experience in treating clients with mental health and substance abuse disorders. I am also a Veteran of the United States Air Force and served my Country for 24 years. Has your mental health been negatively affected by: depression, anxiety, traumas, esteem or substance abuse issues? Do you often feel that no one understands your struggle? Are you particular about who you listen to or share your intimate details with? Are you driven by your faith? I understand these sentiments.

As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, my primary focus is to support you as you navigate life's overwhelming challenges and to create a safe and supportive environment for you to process difficult emotions. I offer a range of treatment approaches tailored to your specific needs and goals. Through counseling and treatment, I aim to help you rediscover motivation, gain new perspectives, and find joy in your life. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, and addiction, and I work with both adolescents and adults. With over 7 years of experience in an inpatient psychiatric setting, I have assisted adults and adolescents in

My name is Amber MacKenzie and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I enjoy working collaboratively with my clients to help them find new perspectives and solutions to the issues that have been troubling them. I value creating a strong, trusting relationship with my clients so that they feel comfortable and confident in our work together. In my work, I strive to subscribe to an empathetic and collaborative approach. Meaning that the client is part of their own treatment team. I do my best to meet my clients where they’re at, embracing a variety of therapeutic interventions because therapy isn’t a one size fits all.

Hi, I'm Kim and I am excited you have found my page. I love working with adults to find their passion in life and remove blocks that are keeping them from being their most awesome self. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida in private practice in the beautiful Navarre, Florida area. I have been a Mental Health Counselor for more than 6 years. I absolutely love what I do and hope that I can assist you with your life issues and find joy in your life!

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

Accepting new telehealth clients now. Accepting new in-office appointments in August 2024. "Sometimes it is hard to get through the challenges life presents to us. It is okay to ask for help." Are you having difficulty coping with stress, retirement, depression, anxiety, a new medical condition? Counseling can help you find ways to cope with anger, stress, and sadness, and improve communication with the people around you. I'm here to help you to find solutions that work for you and am happy to answer any questions you may have prior to our first meeting.

Sometimes, in life, we find ourselves repeating the same patterns over again. We tell ourselves we will not make the same mistake each time, but we find ourselves repeating the same mistakes we promised not to repeat. We may look to our partners and say they are the problem; we may see everything as a problem except ourselves. And as we do that, we stay in a state of unhappiness and remain a victim of ourselves. So we must admit first that we are the problem, and then we must explore deep within the self the root cause of the situations we have experienced that have created those unhealthy patterns so we can heal and grow.

I am a Licensed Mental/Behavioral Health provider committed to providing exceptional care to individuals and families in need. Drawing on over a decade of experience, I specialize in tailoring personalized approaches to achieve specific goals. My expertise spans a diverse range of clients, allowing me to adapt and create individualized methods for each person . I specialize in working with individuals living with ASD. My educational background includes a Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of West Florida, coupled with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology featuring minors in Social Welfare and Child Welfare.

Hey there! My practice with clients is guided by a belief in the capacity of humans to heal, adapt, and grow from even the most traumatic experiences or longstanding difficulties when provided a space to connect with the core of who they are. Pain is a universal human condition, but no person is the same and I will work with you in each session to create a therapy that is unique to your experiences, identity, and desires for yourself, and that that supports you in long-term, integrated healing in body and mind.

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

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