Gottman Method Therapists in New Smyrna Beach, FL
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I educate and empower clients to learn and to grow by customizing counseling to each individual's needs and unique situations. Respect and non-judgement are essential in helping clients reach their goals. I work with very difficult cases and understand the shame and guilt that come with abuse, trauma, addiction, and domestic violence; I honor clients' needs to take therapy at their own pace. I work with individuals, couples and families and I specialize in treating members of the LGBTQIA community. I am well-trained and experienced in treating Personality Disorders and addiction with co-occurring mental health disorders.
I educate and empower clients to learn and to grow by customizing counseling to each individual's needs and unique situations. Respect and non-judgement are essential in helping clients reach their goals. I work with very difficult cases and understand the shame and guilt that come with abuse, trauma, addiction, and domestic violence; I honor clients' needs to take therapy at their own pace. I work with individuals, couples and families and I specialize in treating members of the LGBTQIA community. I am well-trained and experienced in treating Personality Disorders and addiction with co-occurring mental health disorders.
![Photo of Kimberly M Ingram - The Wellspring Mental Health Group, LMHC, LMFT, LCSW, RMHCI, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4cd21291-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
The Wellspring Mental Health Group
Counselor, LMHC, LMFT, LCSW, RMHCI
Verified Verified
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
The Wellspring Mental Health Group, Inc. was created to offer affordable, yet excellent, mental health care for our community. Our sliding fee scale was designed with your needs in mind. At Wellspring New Smyrna Beach and Wellspring Port Orange, our counselors can work with you to make counseling effective for you. After all, therapy is designed to help you overcome any obstacle. Our mission is to provide personalized mental health care to everyone who seeks it and to restore hope to those who have lost it. Let us help you rediscover the power of hope within you.
The Wellspring Mental Health Group, Inc. was created to offer affordable, yet excellent, mental health care for our community. Our sliding fee scale was designed with your needs in mind. At Wellspring New Smyrna Beach and Wellspring Port Orange, our counselors can work with you to make counseling effective for you. After all, therapy is designed to help you overcome any obstacle. Our mission is to provide personalized mental health care to everyone who seeks it and to restore hope to those who have lost it. Let us help you rediscover the power of hope within you.
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Elizabeth Evans
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCPS-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
Change is inevitable; no one stays the same in their life journey. I am passionate about helping others walk through the mountains and valleys in life growing stronger by building their inner strength. Each one of us has wounds and scars but they do not have to define who we are. I love working with individuals, couples, and families to draw on the positive qualities of each member in the family system in order to guide the family toward a more mentally healthier life. Connection is the secret ingredient to your overall well being. When we honor our pain by sharing it, we can heal it. Remaining silent can give power to the pain.
Change is inevitable; no one stays the same in their life journey. I am passionate about helping others walk through the mountains and valleys in life growing stronger by building their inner strength. Each one of us has wounds and scars but they do not have to define who we are. I love working with individuals, couples, and families to draw on the positive qualities of each member in the family system in order to guide the family toward a more mentally healthier life. Connection is the secret ingredient to your overall well being. When we honor our pain by sharing it, we can heal it. Remaining silent can give power to the pain.
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Is it time to start a partnership with a counselor? We believe that counseling isn't just for those who are hurting, but that anyone can benefit from an ongoing counseling or life coaching process. In fact, many of our clients are successful individuals and couples who know that everyone has the potential to grow. When a client comes to us for counseling, we strive to provide the client with skills and tools for making and maintaining significant life changes. Because of this, our clients tend to experience a positive difference in their moods, lives, and relationships quickly.
Is it time to start a partnership with a counselor? We believe that counseling isn't just for those who are hurting, but that anyone can benefit from an ongoing counseling or life coaching process. In fact, many of our clients are successful individuals and couples who know that everyone has the potential to grow. When a client comes to us for counseling, we strive to provide the client with skills and tools for making and maintaining significant life changes. Because of this, our clients tend to experience a positive difference in their moods, lives, and relationships quickly.
![Photo of Michele T Band, MA, LMFT, CSAT-S, EMDR, EFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3e12c1cf-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Michele T Band
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CSAT-S, EMDR, EFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
Graduating from Loyola University with a Master's degree in Theology and Marriage and Family, I focus on individuals impacted by addiction, infidelity, relational crisis and trauma. I have been a Program Director in a jail offering substance abuse treatment and a CEO and Clinical Director of a domestic violence center. As a federal government researcher, I developed an addiction curriculum used in treatment centers across the country and have been a featured therapist on the Oprah Network. I sincerely believe in and support long term recovery from addiction and trauma. Both my husband and I embrace a sober lifestyle.
Graduating from Loyola University with a Master's degree in Theology and Marriage and Family, I focus on individuals impacted by addiction, infidelity, relational crisis and trauma. I have been a Program Director in a jail offering substance abuse treatment and a CEO and Clinical Director of a domestic violence center. As a federal government researcher, I developed an addiction curriculum used in treatment centers across the country and have been a featured therapist on the Oprah Network. I sincerely believe in and support long term recovery from addiction and trauma. Both my husband and I embrace a sober lifestyle.
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Jessica Lee Szymczyk
Counselor, MA, LMHC, QCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
I have been a therapist for over 20 years and I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I remain passionate and enthusiastic about helping others overcome life's challenges. Hablo español y Sé que es importante que uno pueda hablar en su idioma nativo, especialmente cuando se trata de problemas difíciles.
I have been a therapist for over 20 years and I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I remain passionate and enthusiastic about helping others overcome life's challenges. Hablo español y Sé que es importante que uno pueda hablar en su idioma nativo, especialmente cuando se trata de problemas difíciles.
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Liana Menendez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Port Orange, FL 32127
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I take pride in providing accessible, quality comprehensive collaborative mental and behavioral health services to improve the quality of life of clients and families. I am dedicated to working with and supporting those in the community through their journey to positive mental health.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I take pride in providing accessible, quality comprehensive collaborative mental and behavioral health services to improve the quality of life of clients and families. I am dedicated to working with and supporting those in the community through their journey to positive mental health.
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Calvin H Gittner
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, RMHI, DMin
Verified Verified
Port Orange, FL 32129
I seek to view all my clients through a "Family Systems" lens; helping them to better understand their unique story and context. Focusing on issues of communication, reconciliation, healing after affairs and trauma within marriages, intimate relationships, families, children, generation adjustments and life transitions.
I seek to view all my clients through a "Family Systems" lens; helping them to better understand their unique story and context. Focusing on issues of communication, reconciliation, healing after affairs and trauma within marriages, intimate relationships, families, children, generation adjustments and life transitions.
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I am here to help foster hope on your journey. My goal is to create a respectful and enriching environment that can help you or your family to improve insight, communication, or identify positive coping skills to meet life's challenges. I am a client-centered counselor who believes a non-judgmental environment helps to set the stage for healing and empowerment. Whether that's navigating current life stressors and transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, parenting, or relationships.
I am here to help foster hope on your journey. My goal is to create a respectful and enriching environment that can help you or your family to improve insight, communication, or identify positive coping skills to meet life's challenges. I am a client-centered counselor who believes a non-judgmental environment helps to set the stage for healing and empowerment. Whether that's navigating current life stressors and transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, parenting, or relationships.
![Photo of Rebecca Weidler- Integrated Journey Llc, LBS, LCMHC, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9297972b-2db6-4e91-a6ed-31c145748ae9/2/320x400.jpeg)
Rebecca Weidler- Integrated Journey Llc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LBS, LCMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Port Orange, FL 32129 (Online Only)
Facing & accepting experiences in life is a process that is often challenging & requires time & an emotional & mental investment. It is also an empowering journey that promises healing and growth to those who choose to engage in an evidence-based, facilitated approach from the effects of trauma &/or developmental impairments. I combine elements of social skills training, psychoeducational & psychodynamic techniques, & emphasize support.
Facing & accepting experiences in life is a process that is often challenging & requires time & an emotional & mental investment. It is also an empowering journey that promises healing and growth to those who choose to engage in an evidence-based, facilitated approach from the effects of trauma &/or developmental impairments. I combine elements of social skills training, psychoeducational & psychodynamic techniques, & emphasize support.
![Photo of Jeremy W Scott, MS, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a3ca856e-274b-469c-a5a7-828d061579e3/2/320x400.jpeg)
Many experiences over the years led me to value authenticity and to help others find their authentic self. It is my philosophy that we cannot be authentic because of the blockage inside of us; this blockage can inhibit life and cause us to seek many substitutes for true happiness. Many times we encounter difficulties in life and cannot find the answer or tool(s) to help us to continue to be successful. Or, maybe you are a person that feels as though you have never achieved success in your life? Regardless of the reason for you visiting this page today, I am available to help you.
Many experiences over the years led me to value authenticity and to help others find their authentic self. It is my philosophy that we cannot be authentic because of the blockage inside of us; this blockage can inhibit life and cause us to seek many substitutes for true happiness. Many times we encounter difficulties in life and cannot find the answer or tool(s) to help us to continue to be successful. Or, maybe you are a person that feels as though you have never achieved success in your life? Regardless of the reason for you visiting this page today, I am available to help you.
![Photo of Cynthia Pinion, LMFT, NCC, CMLC, BQH, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ac7411d7-93cb-48dc-bd5b-9ef213b62055/1/320x400.jpeg)
Cynthia Pinion
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, NCC, CMLC, BQH
Verified Verified
Ponce Inlet, FL 32127 (Online Only)
Psychotherapist, Master Life Coach and Beyond Quantum Healing Practitioner- I specialize in couples and family therapy. I also work with individuals who wish to focus on their personal goals. I integrate complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With genuine warmth, compassion and understanding, I collaborate with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing. Working together, you will feel empowered and in control of your life. Let me help you achieve your true potential!
Psychotherapist, Master Life Coach and Beyond Quantum Healing Practitioner- I specialize in couples and family therapy. I also work with individuals who wish to focus on their personal goals. I integrate complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With genuine warmth, compassion and understanding, I collaborate with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing. Working together, you will feel empowered and in control of your life. Let me help you achieve your true potential!
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Whitney Jameson | Narcissistic Abuse Codependency Recovery Emdr
Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Smyrna, FL 32168
Are you struggling to navigate the complexities of relationships impacted by narcissistic abuse, codependency, or anxiety? Whitney Jameson is a compassionate Christian counselor who will personalize therapy using evidence-based practices. She will guide you through the recovery journey, empowering you to reclaim your life and build healthy, fulfilling relationships. Whether you're seeking to heal from past trauma, break free from toxic patterns, or manage anxiety, Whitney provides a safe and supportive environment to foster growth and resilience. Take the first step towards a brighter, healthier future today.
Are you struggling to navigate the complexities of relationships impacted by narcissistic abuse, codependency, or anxiety? Whitney Jameson is a compassionate Christian counselor who will personalize therapy using evidence-based practices. She will guide you through the recovery journey, empowering you to reclaim your life and build healthy, fulfilling relationships. Whether you're seeking to heal from past trauma, break free from toxic patterns, or manage anxiety, Whitney provides a safe and supportive environment to foster growth and resilience. Take the first step towards a brighter, healthier future today.
![Photo of Kelly Dowd-Nighswonger, LCSW, MSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/17b2f991-1ee1-440e-b224-10567cf3fcd5/3/320x400.jpeg)
Kelly Dowd-Nighswonger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Orange, FL 32128 (Online Only)
As a young adult you have a lot of worries: sorting out career, relationships, setting up your future. All of that alone can be stress enough, but add depression, anxiety, and the psychological struggles that come with that stress it gets even worse. While your struggles are very real, it can be difficult to get anyone to take them seriously. People your age don't have any more insight than you do about it, and older adults don't remember how frightening these struggles can be. They don't remember feeling like you're behind on the imaginary timeline, or feeling less accomplished than you should be. You aren't alone.
As a young adult you have a lot of worries: sorting out career, relationships, setting up your future. All of that alone can be stress enough, but add depression, anxiety, and the psychological struggles that come with that stress it gets even worse. While your struggles are very real, it can be difficult to get anyone to take them seriously. People your age don't have any more insight than you do about it, and older adults don't remember how frightening these struggles can be. They don't remember feeling like you're behind on the imaginary timeline, or feeling less accomplished than you should be. You aren't alone.
Online Therapists
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), Gottman Method Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).
I have a passion to help clients embark on their journey of self-discovery and growth, navigating the highs and lows of life with courage and resilience. Each session is a collaborative exploration, where you are empowered to voice your concerns, explore your emotions, and chart a path towards healing and wholeness. I provide a sense of warmth and empathy to every therapeutic interaction. With my genuine and compassionate approach, I create a safe space where clients feel heard, understood, and valued. I am here to support you on your journey towards healing and growth.
), Gottman Method Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).
I have a passion to help clients embark on their journey of self-discovery and growth, navigating the highs and lows of life with courage and resilience. Each session is a collaborative exploration, where you are empowered to voice your concerns, explore your emotions, and chart a path towards healing and wholeness. I provide a sense of warmth and empathy to every therapeutic interaction. With my genuine and compassionate approach, I create a safe space where clients feel heard, understood, and valued. I am here to support you on your journey towards healing and growth.
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My competency and training also includes Level 1 Training Gottman Method Couples Therapy, mindfulness, trauma, grief and loss, expressive arts, play therapy, and work with families.
Are you feeling lost, stuck, or at a dead-end and don't know which way to turn? Are fears, worries, or negative thoughts making it difficult to communicate, make decisions, or navigate relationships? The pain of anxiety, depression, and loss can make us weary travelers; but you don't have to journey alone. I would love to have the opportunity to walk with you; help lighten your load. You know you and I know what years of training, experience, and intentional care for clients can do in helping to redirect one's path in a healthier direction. Together, we can work to chart a new course through problem solving and solution seeking.
My competency and training also includes Level 1 Training Gottman Method Couples Therapy, mindfulness, trauma, grief and loss, expressive arts, play therapy, and work with families.
Are you feeling lost, stuck, or at a dead-end and don't know which way to turn? Are fears, worries, or negative thoughts making it difficult to communicate, make decisions, or navigate relationships? The pain of anxiety, depression, and loss can make us weary travelers; but you don't have to journey alone. I would love to have the opportunity to walk with you; help lighten your load. You know you and I know what years of training, experience, and intentional care for clients can do in helping to redirect one's path in a healthier direction. Together, we can work to chart a new course through problem solving and solution seeking.
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Shelley Raymond
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MFT
Verified Verified
Saint Augustine, FL 32080 (Online Only)
I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing), Internal Family Systems, Brain Spotting, Polyvagal Theory, Natural Lifemanship, Gottman Method Couples Therapy - Level 2; Emotional Focus Therapy; Christian Prep - A Lasting Promise; Prepare & Enrich Premarital and Marriage Therapy.
Are you struggling with anxiety, panic attacks and chronic depression? Have you suffered from traumatic relationships or experiences. My name is Shelley and it is my privilege to help trauma survivors get unstuck, feel better about themselves and start living again. It is my personal goal to help clients move through the feelings of overwhelm and anxiety allowing them to feel lighter and freer to explore new relationship with themselves and others. Unfortunately, research indicates that traumatic experiences do not heal on their own. Because of avoidance, these experience get worse. The hardest step is to reach out for help!
I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing), Internal Family Systems, Brain Spotting, Polyvagal Theory, Natural Lifemanship, Gottman Method Couples Therapy - Level 2; Emotional Focus Therapy; Christian Prep - A Lasting Promise; Prepare & Enrich Premarital and Marriage Therapy.
Are you struggling with anxiety, panic attacks and chronic depression? Have you suffered from traumatic relationships or experiences. My name is Shelley and it is my privilege to help trauma survivors get unstuck, feel better about themselves and start living again. It is my personal goal to help clients move through the feelings of overwhelm and anxiety allowing them to feel lighter and freer to explore new relationship with themselves and others. Unfortunately, research indicates that traumatic experiences do not heal on their own. Because of avoidance, these experience get worse. The hardest step is to reach out for help!
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My therapeutic orientation is eclectic and I have have received training in several therapeutic interventions including Eye Movement and Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and Gottman Method Couples Therapy Intervention.
I graduated with a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Florida. I have had the opportunity to work with families, individuals and couples (English and Spanish speaking) of diverse backgrounds in helping them through concerns such as grief, parent-child conflict, intergenerational conflict, addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety and so on. My therapeutic and advocacy experience has reinforced in me the value of helping others gain insight and implement strategies to move towards positive change.
My therapeutic orientation is eclectic and I have have received training in several therapeutic interventions including Eye Movement and Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and Gottman Method Couples Therapy Intervention.
I graduated with a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Florida. I have had the opportunity to work with families, individuals and couples (English and Spanish speaking) of diverse backgrounds in helping them through concerns such as grief, parent-child conflict, intergenerational conflict, addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety and so on. My therapeutic and advocacy experience has reinforced in me the value of helping others gain insight and implement strategies to move towards positive change.
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I am trained in the Gottman Method for couples therapy and hold Gottman Level One and Level Two certifications.
I work with adults and adolescents, assisting them in developing coping skills for issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, grief, body image and relationship issues.
I am trained in the Gottman Method for couples therapy and hold Gottman Level One and Level Two certifications.
I work with adults and adolescents, assisting them in developing coping skills for issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, grief, body image and relationship issues.
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Amanda Sholty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gainesville, FL 32605 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
For relationship based concerns, I utilize Gottman method strategies.
I'm so happy you find yourself here in this moment. It takes a lot to act on that little whisper inside saying maybe it's time to talk to someone about whatever it is going on in life. I want to applaud you for taking that step and I'm hoping I can be part of your next chapter. I enjoy connecting with my clients through empathy and shared laughter as I feel many of life's toughest times can be made the tiniest bit easier with a a sense of humor. My ideal client is someone who feels things are able to change and they are ready to take that step.
For relationship based concerns, I utilize Gottman method strategies.
I'm so happy you find yourself here in this moment. It takes a lot to act on that little whisper inside saying maybe it's time to talk to someone about whatever it is going on in life. I want to applaud you for taking that step and I'm hoping I can be part of your next chapter. I enjoy connecting with my clients through empathy and shared laughter as I feel many of life's toughest times can be made the tiniest bit easier with a a sense of humor. My ideal client is someone who feels things are able to change and they are ready to take that step.
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Gottman Method Therapists
How does the Gottman method work?
One of the core doctrines of the Gottman method is that negative emotions hurt relationships about five times more than positive emotions help them. Thus, couples require five times more positive interactions than negative interactions with each other. The therapist will guide clients on how to improve communication and understanding of each other to manage conflict and have their emotional needs met. The therapist will also advise couples on how to repair relations with each other when conflict arises, and therefore avoid lasting damage.
Is the Gottman method evidence-based?
Yes, this method is an evidence-based approach to couples therapy. The method is based on more than 40 years of research by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, the psychologists who developed the method. The Gottmans analyzed decades of data to draw conclusions about what types of interactions are likely to lead to specific results, and which interventions are most likely to lead to success. Studies have found that this approach leads to improvements in relationship satisfaction, intimacy, communication skills, and a lower rate of divorce.
How long does the Gottman method take?
The duration of treatment depends on the specific challenges clients face. Sessions are typically 60 to 90 minutes long, and an average course of treatment is around 10 sessions. In some cases, such as for couples dealing with a critical problem, the therapist will suggest an intensive course of treatment, with daily sessions over the first two to four days. Treatment is complete when the couple is satisfied and has met the goals they’ve set, and when the therapist believes they have the skills to continue on their own.
Is the Gottman method effective?
Through the Gottman method, couples can achieve changes that are real and sustainable. This treatment has been used for more than 40 years; the method is supported by empirical research, including randomized controlled trials that have demonstrated effectiveness in improving relationship outcomes for couples. Like any talk therapy, success or failure depends in large part on how committed the clients are to making positive changes and working toward results.