Female Therapists in Pensacola, FL

These are trying times for all of us. Responsibilities, transitions, expectations—we all have them, and they can present challenges that impact our wellbeing. Relationships and quality of life suffer, and we begin to question our ability to navigate a particular chapter of our life. I work with you to overcome things like anxiety, depression and trauma so you can live the life you deserve. I help you quiet that inner critic that keeps convincing you that you’re not good enough. I will teach you skills to calm your anxious mind and body and brighten your spirit.

If you and/or your relationship are facing some difficult circumstances and you're looking for some help to navigate how to heal and move forward, therapy is a great option for you. If the thought of healing, feeling whole and at peace within yourself and in your relationships, leaves you with a lump in your throat or a mixture of hope and doubt, it might be time to look for an advocate to walk alongside you as you revisit your history to make a way for a better future. When you realize that you want more for yourself and your relationships, call me, and let's do this together.

As a counselor, my goal is to assist you in the development and achievement of your own goals. The way we are raised, the way we are taught how to behave, and how we experience life is what makes every one of us unique. My focus as your therapist is to help you process and grow through your experiences. In a session with me, we will work together to learn new and healthy ways of coping, identify and express emotions both past and present, and continue to make steps forward for a future worth living.

Happy 2024! Wouldn't it be amazing if we could all float through life without stress, struggles, triggers, and obstacles? I hope your automatic thoughts are "nope" because you are right. All of these experiences from our childhood to our relationships, through grief and trauma make us into the person we are and help us appreciate that we can come out the other side being a healthier, happier version of ourselves. Let me help you find a healthy perspective and begin to live a better more fulfilling life. There is no one size fits all so we work together to find the path that best suits you!

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor committed to helping people learn how to have better relationships, cope with stress, and manage all areas of life. My work focuses on trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships, and substance use with individuals, couples, and families. I work with adults of all ages and adolescents aged 16 and up. I often use art informed therapy, mindfulness strategies, role play, and imagery as a part of treatment. I am a solution-focused and mindfulness based therapist and I believe in taking a collaborative approach to helping clients reach their goals.

Life’s twists, turns, and transitions can at times be overwhelming. You do not have to walk alone. My approach to therapy is to create a safe space to work through your experiences and to support you in the next steps on your journey. I have experience working with individuals diagnosed with bipolar, schizophrenia, depression, and anxiety. My client-centered approach includes utilizing mindfulness, boundary-setting, grief processing, narrative therapy, ACT, and DBT. I am also a Gottman Level 1 trained therapist.

Hi I’m Lisa. I am a licensed mental health counselor in Florida who specializes in trauma. You may think you do not have trauma, but I have experience with working with all levels of trauma. I work with my clients to help them become "unstuck" in the patterns in their life that keep them from fulfilling the life, career or relationship they wish to acquire. I would be honored to help you process past trauma or difficulties so that you can move forward and live the life you are meant to live.

Stress and uneasiness (anxiety) can occur at any age. Learn how to rethink your reaction to worry and hopelessness. Break the habit of living in your head, distracted by your own limiting thought patterns. Where the attention goes, the energy flows…it is possible to train your brain to remain in Joy (happiness) rather than wasting time chasing negativity.

The only way through pain is through pain. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and EMDR Consultant. I have been affiliated with the military for nearly 20 years, specializing in trauma, relationship conflict, addiction, and performance enhancement. I help my clients recognize their needs, their worth, and build hope and healing for their future.

I have been a Mental Health Counselor in Florida since 2011. I earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of West Florida in 2000 and a Master's degree in Counseling and Psychology from Troy State University in 2006. I have been working in the mental health profession for 23 years. My journey began in a local mental health agency working with individuals and families with severe and persistent mental illness as well as substance abuse and addiction issues. I have had the opportunity to assist many clients during their difficult transition along life's journey. I provide empathy, understanding, and resolution.

Worrying and feeling anxious seem like the norm to you. Enjoying the present moment or taking any decisions seems impossible. Your mood feels like a rollercoaster every day or, at times, is just numb. Eating helps you feel better at times, but then you feel guilty about going for food or you feel you just had too much, ending in ways to compensate for this. You want to stop this cycle, live in the moment, and enjoy your life. I’m here for you, to listen with empathy, compassion, and without judgement.

I specialize in empowering you to make positive changes in your daily routines, boosting your confidence, and helping you recognize and believe in your own worth. My focus is on helping overwhelmed mothers establish their own identity separate from their roles as a mom and a partner. My approach is to use empathy and understanding to create a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. I want to help you build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, and lead a more fulfilling life. I strive to create an empowering relationship where you feel supported and encouraged to achieve your personal goals.

Do you feel overwhelmed and find it difficult to work through your challenges on your own? Are you seeing your child struggle and want to help support them and address their challenges? Are there family challenges that seem too much? Adjusting to all the changes from Covid? Let's work Together!

I believe everyone has the opportunity to change and better themselves, develop new skills, and to move forward.  I am here to listen to your needs and provide the most beneficial, effective experience possible to help you achieve your goals. There are situations that can make you feel overwhelmed and unable to move forward. During my career I have been able to help others develop new skills to grow and become confident. I like to work with parents and adolescents and to help them develop positive relationships.  I have interest in individuals and families dealing with unexpected medical conditions, losses and traumatic events.

Now accepting new clients. Are you struggling, frustrated or just going through a transition? Are you finding yourself stuck, want something different, but don't understand what's holding you back? Let's work together to find a solution. I am a prior enlisted/Marine officer and veteran who has a very practical approach to therapy. I use logical, evidenced based solutions to help my clients cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, work/life balance and other mental health problems. I have a special passion for helping the military community.

Relationships are constantly changing, but how are we growing during that period of time? Closer or distant? Understood or misunderstood? Alone or connected? Are you communicating? Often times feeling are not addressed because we have not communicated in such a way that allows for true understanding rather than a defense. Sometimes we may not know what is truly going on underneath, due to a heightened state of emotions. What would it look like to address those concerns as a couple or individual?

Are you a woman, committed to your healing and self-growth journey, who shows up "put together" and is constantly there for others (maybe to the point of feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, or even angry)? Do you find yourself being so independent that you do not ask others for help (emotional, financial, etc.)? Have you tried therapy or other healing styles, YET, continue to experience sadness, anxiety, difficult/unsustainable relationships, disappointment, frustration with yourself, doubt, insecurity, and uncertainty about what to do to get out of unhealthy cycles present in your life?

Welcome! I am Marie Dillinger, a licensed therapist who has been working with individuals, couples and families pursuing counseling for over 15 years. My experience has centered around mood disorders, adjustment issues, complicated grief and trauma. I work exclusively with adults ages 18 and over.

Welcome! Thank you for reaching out and taking the first step in being vulnerable, and asking for help. Using my counseling skills and experiences, I help both adults and teens feel safe, respected, and accepted in sharing their stories of depression, anxiety, trauma, relationships, etc. It is my goal to create a safe, welcoming and caring space for you, so that you may feel free in sharing your story.