Therapists in Polk County, FL

Desiring to transform your life? Your relationship(s)? You CAN heal and finally leave behind old limiting feelings, traumas, fears, and patterns. Begin a new level of success in your life journey, life purpose and your Mental, Emotional, & Spiritual strength and freedom. As a therapist for 20+ years I have had extensive success with healing Trauma, PTSD & ACOA issues. Trained in the powerful tools of A.R.T, a new trauma therapy (Advanced Resolution Therapy, like EMDR), plus Gestalt, NLP, EFT, hypnotherapy, & the Landmark Forum. Together we will transmute your stress, anxiety & traumas into confidence, well-being, freedom & success.

There is no greater gift you can give to yourself than finding someone qualified to help you during this time of your life. If you are struggling with feelings of anxiety, self-worth, depression, grief over the loss of a loved one, overwhelmed by circumstances, relationship challenges, loneliness, or troubled by past events, just know that you don’t have to manage this alone. I am certified and trained in a number of proven therapeutic modalities that are effective in managing and healing from difficult times and circumstances.

Everyone's journey is unique. Wherever you find yourself - healing trauma, overcoming limiting beliefs, building new coping skills, or discovering who you are, your mind-body-spirit connection is key to your success. This connection reflects the natural state of influence between our thoughts and feelings, our physical body, and spirituality. The greater degree of balance between them, the greater wellness you can achieve. No matter how easy or challenging your life has been, we all want to continue pursuing our best state of being. Work with me to create greater balance in your life and overcome obstacles to finding your bliss.

<Is Balance, relief of anxiety or depression, improving relationships, clarifying perspective, or increased performance important to you? Meaningful experience matters a great deal! With over 20 years of helping clients and a focus on results, I utilize Depth Psychology for Whole Self awareness and strategies an actions to rediscover and restore Balance and Joy in all areas of your life. My passion is in helping you find your best you, discover new found strengths, and more effective strategies to navigate life's complexities using a Holistic, Psychological, and Spiritual perspective to meet you as you are. From INSIGHT to ACTION.

Hi, I’m Larthenia, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Florida, and a LMFTA in Washington State. I work with individuals, couples, and families who have ongoing challenges connecting in relationships, and who experience depression, anxiety, or/and ADHD. I’m no different from the clients I see. I’ve been through wonderful and difficult experiences that have shaped who I am. Therapy helped to put my life back in order, and my own growth through personal life struggles is what helps me relate so deeply with clients. I enjoy guiding people toward positive changes and witnessing them achieve more fulfilling lives.

Scott Grupp, LMHC, founded Catalyst Center for Change LLC with his wife, Erin Grupp, LCSW, to provide powerfully effective customized therapy for individuals, couples and families. Scott is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Master Level Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP), Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT), Certified Sex Therapist (CST), Certified Emotionally Focused Couple Therapist (EFT Therapist) and a Certified Practitioner in Clinical Hypnosis & Rapid Trauma Resolution. Catalyst provides Three-Day Intensives for couples looking to restore relationships after intimate betrayal and/or sexual addiction (polygraph can be included.) Catalyst also offers customized Individual or Couple Intensives; please inquire.

Erin Grupp, LCSW, founded Catalyst Center for Change LLC with her husband Scott Grupp, LMHC, to provide powerfully effective customized therapy for individuals, couples and families. Erin is a Certified Addiction Professional, Certified Emotionally Focused Couple Therapist, Certified Sex Therapist, CSAT Therapist & Supervisor, Certified Clinical Trauma Resolution Therapist and a Psychodramatist (PAT.) Catalyst provides 3-Day Intensives for couples looking to restore relationships after betrayal and/or sexual addiction (polygraph can be included.) Catalyst also offers customized Individual or Couple Intensives; please inquire.

100% of us are in relationships, 100% of us can improve our relationship health, & 100% of us deserve healthy relationships. Although finding a therapist can feel hard, you don't have to do it alone. I'm Nicole, owner and primary therapist at Awaken Counseling Services. My mission is to help you awaken to the best version of yourself, to free you from anxiety & self-doubt, & to help you grow in relationships. I will guide you toward a deeper awareness of your emotions & the stories you believe about yourself & others. Together, we'll work toward a more fulfilling life by uncovering old patterns and embracing your highest potential.

***Not Accepting new clients a the moment - on Maternity leave****

At some point, everyone experiences a season in their life where they feel like they are not moving forward. I acknowledge the courage it takes to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and commend you for your choice in reaching for it. My practice is client centered, client driven and is highly individualized. Areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, substance use and those who struggle with motivation and self-esteem. My approach to emotional health and well-being includes strategies and exercises rooted in positive psychology.

Welcome and thank you for visiting and taking the first step to personal well-being. People seek out psychotherapy for many reasons. My focus is to help identify what is most important to you in your life that you wish to strengthen and express more fully, even if you are facing difficulties right now. What may appear as obstacles at first can merely be stepping-stones to your deepest fulfillment. I welcome the opportunity to take part of that journey with you in a confidential environment committed to sensitivity and compassion with proven strategies that motivate and encourage continued success.

With almost 40 years experience, Laurie Shoats specializes in Couples, including infidelity recovery, trust and communication issues , Anger Management, Women's Issues, including intimacy and empowerment and Parenting Skills. Laurie Shoats is a dedicated professional who is adept in assisting her clients reach their personal goals. Laurie believes in finding Real Life Solutions for life's challenges. Laurie is referred to as patient, knowledgeable and easy to talk to. Laurie's ideal clients want to start finding solutions from day 1. I am currently doing Telemental Health/Remote sessions so I am able to serve ALL of Florida.

Many benefits are possible from participating in counseling. Counseling can provide a fresh perspective on a difficult problem or point you in the direction of a solution. Counseling can help you find new ways to cope with stress, better manage anger, depression, and other emotional pressures. Get "unstuck" from past relationships and family issues--break old patterns and develop new ways of dealing with old issues. Heal old psychological wounds---repair damage from the past. Discover creative ways to problem-solve. Improve your self esteem and boost your self confidence. The overall result can be improved health and well being.

I believe that people as unique individuals have the capacity to grow, heal and change, learning new ways for improving their health and well-being in all areas of life including biological, psychological, social and spiritual. Personal growth is facilitated by setting and working toward goals, assessing and building strengths in these areas to develop skills and resources that help them manage life challenges. As a professional, I focus on working collaboratively with my clients in a safe and open environment to identify goals and work towards positive resolutions.

I help individuals and couples who want happier, more fulfilling lives and relationships. My clients are adults from all walks of life and all ethnicities, social backgrounds, religious affiliations or no religious affiliations. Whatever is bringing you to therapy is an opportunity to explore your vision of yourself and expand the possibilities to create the life and relationships you have always imagined.

Gilson Da Silva is a Mental Health Counselor, fluent in English and Portuguese, who aims to assist individuals, children, couples, families and groups that might be dealing with issues affecting their mental health and well-being. Gilson adapts a partnership style, working with his clients to improve their mental health, encouraging them to discuss emotions and experiences, defining goals and developing action plans, while gaining insight during the therapeutic process. Gilson is well versed in a variety of issues such as anxiety, aging, depression, grief, parenting issues, relationships, self-image, stress and suicide.