Therapists in Sarasota, FL
![Photo of Lurline Aslanian, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6fdbb8cb-55f2-46ff-9f11-214ab0100ed4/2/320x400.jpeg)
Would you like to have the understanding and the tools to feel lighter, more alive, more positive, more peaceful and whole? Working together in a collaborative process in teletherapy or in person, I assist you to discover heartfelt solutions to your most pressing issues. This is accomplished in a respectful atmosphere of safety, acceptance and non-judgment. You will learn new approaches and tools for coping. This process supports health, well being, and spiritual evolvement. With over forty years of experience as a psychoanalyst and psychotherapist, I am grateful to still be learning and contributing.
Would you like to have the understanding and the tools to feel lighter, more alive, more positive, more peaceful and whole? Working together in a collaborative process in teletherapy or in person, I assist you to discover heartfelt solutions to your most pressing issues. This is accomplished in a respectful atmosphere of safety, acceptance and non-judgment. You will learn new approaches and tools for coping. This process supports health, well being, and spiritual evolvement. With over forty years of experience as a psychoanalyst and psychotherapist, I am grateful to still be learning and contributing.
![Photo of Cindy Dyal - GIA Miami, RMHC, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d7f842fc-6f0e-4084-aafc-303315eeaee8/1/320x400.png)
GIA Miami focuses on TMS treatment for medication resistant patients. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive, FDA treatment for depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, insomnia, and addiction. There are over 23,000 research studies showing the efficacy of TMS, with over 90% success rates. TMS is paired with talk therapy to further assist patients in recovery.
GIA Miami focuses on TMS treatment for medication resistant patients. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive, FDA treatment for depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, insomnia, and addiction. There are over 23,000 research studies showing the efficacy of TMS, with over 90% success rates. TMS is paired with talk therapy to further assist patients in recovery.
![Photo of Bette Rabbitt, LMHC , LPCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b35881f6-ff28-4989-b2bf-36abde72be34/2/320x400.jpeg)
Time for a Mental Health Checkup? Life can be difficult with obstacles to overcome. Adverse experiences from childhood & adolescence affecting your current functioning? Unprocessed trauma & fear of the future and depression repressed? Relationship challenges in need of improvement? Family dynamics unhealthy! Have you invested in your Higher Self as a priority? Negative self talk? Self destructive behavior. Substance use disorders.? The Good News- You are capable of change! Use my personal & professional experience of overcoming numerous challenging & traumatic events to reach mental, emotional & behavior balance. Pick up the tools!
Time for a Mental Health Checkup? Life can be difficult with obstacles to overcome. Adverse experiences from childhood & adolescence affecting your current functioning? Unprocessed trauma & fear of the future and depression repressed? Relationship challenges in need of improvement? Family dynamics unhealthy! Have you invested in your Higher Self as a priority? Negative self talk? Self destructive behavior. Substance use disorders.? The Good News- You are capable of change! Use my personal & professional experience of overcoming numerous challenging & traumatic events to reach mental, emotional & behavior balance. Pick up the tools!
![Photo of Mary L Bradshaw - Bradshaw Behavior Health Solutions, EdD, LMHC, NCC, CEAP, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ee9edfa-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Bradshaw Behavior Health Solutions
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC, CEAP
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34238
Not accepting new clients
Private therapy practice specializing in Trauma, PTSD, Crisis Intervention, Addictions, Depression, Military Life/ Military Family Reintegration, Work/School Life Issues, Dual Diagnosis, Suicide Surviving Family Members and Friends Grief and Loss, and Domestic Violence. The office is in the center of Palmer Ranch in Sarasota County. I work with individuals, couples and families in a quiet comfortable atmosphere using my training and experiences to assist my clients in finding solutions.
Private therapy practice specializing in Trauma, PTSD, Crisis Intervention, Addictions, Depression, Military Life/ Military Family Reintegration, Work/School Life Issues, Dual Diagnosis, Suicide Surviving Family Members and Friends Grief and Loss, and Domestic Violence. The office is in the center of Palmer Ranch in Sarasota County. I work with individuals, couples and families in a quiet comfortable atmosphere using my training and experiences to assist my clients in finding solutions.
![Photo of Patricia Ann Craven - Healing Transitions Creative Counseling, PhD, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c88fc99-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Healing Transitions Creative Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34231 (Online Only)
Transitions in life can be challenging for children, adolescents, and adults. My goal is to assist each client to achieve their highest potential. My role may change from being a catalyst for change, to conducting a thorough assessment. Evaluations may assist clients to identify problems that may be interfering with their everyday lives and personal relationships. I utilize my knowledge and education along with many years of experience in counseling in diverse settings and with all age groups. My focus of counseling is to build a safe, trusting relationship with each client with acceptance and without judgment to promote positive change.
Transitions in life can be challenging for children, adolescents, and adults. My goal is to assist each client to achieve their highest potential. My role may change from being a catalyst for change, to conducting a thorough assessment. Evaluations may assist clients to identify problems that may be interfering with their everyday lives and personal relationships. I utilize my knowledge and education along with many years of experience in counseling in diverse settings and with all age groups. My focus of counseling is to build a safe, trusting relationship with each client with acceptance and without judgment to promote positive change.
![Photo of James M. Benedick, LCSW, EdD, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/49cbb472-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
James M. Benedick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EdD
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34234 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Feeling depressed, anxious, hopeless? You're at the point that you've tried everything you can think of and nothing has worked? Are you feeling more and more stressed? Whether a long-standing mental health problem or something that has just cropped up, interfering with your important relationships and daily activities, I can help by introducing solutions and supporting you as you work your way to the life you want. A lot of times, simple changes in the way you communicate with your significant others can improve bad relationships quickly, improve your self-esteem, and get you back on the path of accomplishing your life goals.
Feeling depressed, anxious, hopeless? You're at the point that you've tried everything you can think of and nothing has worked? Are you feeling more and more stressed? Whether a long-standing mental health problem or something that has just cropped up, interfering with your important relationships and daily activities, I can help by introducing solutions and supporting you as you work your way to the life you want. A lot of times, simple changes in the way you communicate with your significant others can improve bad relationships quickly, improve your self-esteem, and get you back on the path of accomplishing your life goals.
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Emily Generazzo
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34231
Hi there, I am Emily. I am an outpatient therapist, and registered yoga teacher, trained in Holistic and Expressive Therapies, specializing in services for children, adults, and family-based interventions. I possess strengths in both individual intervention, and group intervention. I have in-depth knowledge of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, Play Therapy, Art Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy.
Hi there, I am Emily. I am an outpatient therapist, and registered yoga teacher, trained in Holistic and Expressive Therapies, specializing in services for children, adults, and family-based interventions. I possess strengths in both individual intervention, and group intervention. I have in-depth knowledge of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, Play Therapy, Art Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy.
![Photo of Tara M Files-Hall, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ee745c2-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Files-Hall is committed to serving the multifaceted needs of gulf coast families. Dr. Files-Hall's mission is to provide superior, comprehensive, and integrative mental health services for children, adolescents, and their families. Dr. Files-Hall is results-oriented and works collaboratively with families to produce symptom relief and create lasting change.
Dr. Files-Hall is committed to serving the multifaceted needs of gulf coast families. Dr. Files-Hall's mission is to provide superior, comprehensive, and integrative mental health services for children, adolescents, and their families. Dr. Files-Hall is results-oriented and works collaboratively with families to produce symptom relief and create lasting change.
![Photo of Allison Phinney, MA, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bdbee991-5173-4a37-990b-8cb3cbc60869/1/320x400.jpeg)
I work with a diverse group and specialize in teens, young adults and families. I am committed to neurodiversity and autonomy-affirming practices. I aim to help you and your teen navigate this ever-changing world and how it affects them as individuals, and within your family unit. I utilize different therapeutic strategies to navigate issues surrounding self-esteem, anxiety, depression, grief, navigating social media, and life experiences that may be challenging for neurodiverse individuals. Parents find therapeutic alliance helpful in creating a safe space to connect, refocus, and share in both a respectful and proactive manner.
I work with a diverse group and specialize in teens, young adults and families. I am committed to neurodiversity and autonomy-affirming practices. I aim to help you and your teen navigate this ever-changing world and how it affects them as individuals, and within your family unit. I utilize different therapeutic strategies to navigate issues surrounding self-esteem, anxiety, depression, grief, navigating social media, and life experiences that may be challenging for neurodiverse individuals. Parents find therapeutic alliance helpful in creating a safe space to connect, refocus, and share in both a respectful and proactive manner.
![Photo of Michelle Mohner, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0c36234f-9bc5-4d32-8a39-24a22adf5ee0/3/320x400.jpeg)
Michelle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience. She has spent the majority of her career working with individuals impacted by trauma. Michelle is passionate when it comes to helping others achieve their goals. She takes a humanistic approach to treatment, making every effort to meet the client where they are at, and, at the same time, challenging them to become the best version of themselves. Michelle has advanced training in CBT techniques, group counseling, and motivational interviewing. She has experience working with veterans and active military, treating PTSD, depression, and anxiety.
Michelle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience. She has spent the majority of her career working with individuals impacted by trauma. Michelle is passionate when it comes to helping others achieve their goals. She takes a humanistic approach to treatment, making every effort to meet the client where they are at, and, at the same time, challenging them to become the best version of themselves. Michelle has advanced training in CBT techniques, group counseling, and motivational interviewing. She has experience working with veterans and active military, treating PTSD, depression, and anxiety.
![Photo of Christine Rykiel - Gulf Shores Counseling Center, LCSW](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3612ee46-c45a-44f2-a7d9-f5c429a6d208/1/320x400.jpeg)
At Gulf Shores Counseling Center we provide individual, family and couples counseling services to children, adolescents, adults and seniors. Our therapists, in combination, have over 25 years of experience in treating all mental health disorders. Our practice participates with most major commercial insurance plans as well as Medicaid, Medicare and many EAP plans so that our counseling services are affordable and easy to access. We offer both in person and telehealth services. If you are seeking to make healthy changes in your life please contact us and we will support you on your journey to mental and emotional wellness.
At Gulf Shores Counseling Center we provide individual, family and couples counseling services to children, adolescents, adults and seniors. Our therapists, in combination, have over 25 years of experience in treating all mental health disorders. Our practice participates with most major commercial insurance plans as well as Medicaid, Medicare and many EAP plans so that our counseling services are affordable and easy to access. We offer both in person and telehealth services. If you are seeking to make healthy changes in your life please contact us and we will support you on your journey to mental and emotional wellness.
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My clients are dealing with stress, anxiety, grief or trauma that affects their daily functioning. They struggle with internal challenges that impact their overall well-being. I also work with people who are experiencing grief, helping individuals navigate and cope with the loss of a loved one, a significant life change, or chronic health challenges. Many of my clients may be seeking support to better manage stressors and find ways to integrate their success with a more balanced and fulfilling life.
My clients are dealing with stress, anxiety, grief or trauma that affects their daily functioning. They struggle with internal challenges that impact their overall well-being. I also work with people who are experiencing grief, helping individuals navigate and cope with the loss of a loved one, a significant life change, or chronic health challenges. Many of my clients may be seeking support to better manage stressors and find ways to integrate their success with a more balanced and fulfilling life.
![Photo of Patricia J. Stoff, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3466fe94-a9b4-4a47-942e-87d1df74a8e3/2/320x400.jpeg)
Patricia J. Stoff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34233
As a licensed clinical therapist, I’m committed to creating a supportive and non-judgmental space for individuals seeking self-discovery and healing. I work collaboratively with clients of all ages to navigate the complexities of their emotions and experiences. By integrating evidence based practices and a client-centered approach, I strive to empower individuals to enhance their mental well-being, cultivate meaningful connections, and embrace positive change on their journey toward personal growth.
As a licensed clinical therapist, I’m committed to creating a supportive and non-judgmental space for individuals seeking self-discovery and healing. I work collaboratively with clients of all ages to navigate the complexities of their emotions and experiences. By integrating evidence based practices and a client-centered approach, I strive to empower individuals to enhance their mental well-being, cultivate meaningful connections, and embrace positive change on their journey toward personal growth.
![Photo of Cindy Jean Gourley, MA, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c94c6374-7dc4-42cc-95f5-cbe348d4c215/2/320x400.jpeg)
Regardless if you are trying to adjust to life after the death of a loved one, divorce, relationship issues or wanting empowerment in your life, my goal is to assist clients in discovering their best self. Challenges in life can overwhelm us and stagnate our growth. These past few years have been difficult for all of us but don't lose hope! So many people have been experiencing anxiety. I love seeing clients gain clarity and blossom into their full potential. Everyone has strengths to focus on and I truly believe in positive psychology as a way of creating the life you want to live.
Regardless if you are trying to adjust to life after the death of a loved one, divorce, relationship issues or wanting empowerment in your life, my goal is to assist clients in discovering their best self. Challenges in life can overwhelm us and stagnate our growth. These past few years have been difficult for all of us but don't lose hope! So many people have been experiencing anxiety. I love seeing clients gain clarity and blossom into their full potential. Everyone has strengths to focus on and I truly believe in positive psychology as a way of creating the life you want to live.
![Photo of Jasmine Dw Klugh, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4b9e27f3-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Jasmine Dw Klugh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sarasota, FL 34231
I specialize in working with elementary, middle school, high school, college aged students and their families. I have worked in a school setting for several years helping children, students, teachers, individuals and families work through issues such as, school stressors, bullying, behavior modification, goal achievement, academic success, anxiety, family issues, and more. I believe in using an eclectic approach tailored to the unique needs of each individual person and family. I believe wholeheartedly that every single person deserves dignity and has immeasurable worth. I believe that growth and healing is achievable for everyone.
I specialize in working with elementary, middle school, high school, college aged students and their families. I have worked in a school setting for several years helping children, students, teachers, individuals and families work through issues such as, school stressors, bullying, behavior modification, goal achievement, academic success, anxiety, family issues, and more. I believe in using an eclectic approach tailored to the unique needs of each individual person and family. I believe wholeheartedly that every single person deserves dignity and has immeasurable worth. I believe that growth and healing is achievable for everyone.
![Photo of Asha Griffith, MA, LMHC, QS, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/49ae122f-3b79-4a9a-8178-502d7fab383b/1/320x400.jpeg)
Being a woman in today's society is no easy task! Are you tired of always having to be "strong"? If you are experiencing Depression, Frustration in your relationship, are facing a divorce, battling spiritual confusion, having trouble "fitting in", struggling with low self esteem, feeling as if you have no purpose, carrying the load of childhood trauma or you feel like you're just existing but not LIVING, Contact me NOW!
Being a woman in today's society is no easy task! Are you tired of always having to be "strong"? If you are experiencing Depression, Frustration in your relationship, are facing a divorce, battling spiritual confusion, having trouble "fitting in", struggling with low self esteem, feeling as if you have no purpose, carrying the load of childhood trauma or you feel like you're just existing but not LIVING, Contact me NOW!
![Photo of Danielle Green, MA, MDiv, PhD, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/947963cf-8c76-4677-8bb7-1a93f30eaa99/1/320x400.jpeg)
I provide a safe environment to explore and resolve beliefs, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that stand in the way of living a fully conscious and authentic life. Specialties include work with anxiety, depression, trauma, divorce, death, attachment ruptures, and ancestral/ inter-generational shame, and PTSD. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I have studied at the Graduate Theological Union - University of California, Berkeley, The Graduate School for Marriage and Family Therapy, Ca.Institute of Integral Studies (San Francisco), and The Jung Institute in Zurich, Switzerland. I hold two Masters degrees and a Ph D in Psychology.
I provide a safe environment to explore and resolve beliefs, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that stand in the way of living a fully conscious and authentic life. Specialties include work with anxiety, depression, trauma, divorce, death, attachment ruptures, and ancestral/ inter-generational shame, and PTSD. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I have studied at the Graduate Theological Union - University of California, Berkeley, The Graduate School for Marriage and Family Therapy, Ca.Institute of Integral Studies (San Francisco), and The Jung Institute in Zurich, Switzerland. I hold two Masters degrees and a Ph D in Psychology.
![Photo of Andrea Verier, MA, MS, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/41c7e892-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Are you ready to collaborate and embrace change at your own pace? Let's get started! Whether you battle Depression or Anxiety, have an Eating Disorder or an old painful narrative from Trauma, or perhaps you are trying to repair a Relationship or reasonably end one, I appreciate the chance to help you re-calibrate and unfold your truest self. With utmost respect for your past, and present, we will create a more hopeful future. I am experienced in coordinating on your behalf with a host of other healthcare and well-being professionals from many disciplines.
Are you ready to collaborate and embrace change at your own pace? Let's get started! Whether you battle Depression or Anxiety, have an Eating Disorder or an old painful narrative from Trauma, or perhaps you are trying to repair a Relationship or reasonably end one, I appreciate the chance to help you re-calibrate and unfold your truest self. With utmost respect for your past, and present, we will create a more hopeful future. I am experienced in coordinating on your behalf with a host of other healthcare and well-being professionals from many disciplines.
![Photo of Raymond T Roitman, DPsa, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/746c8419-8ba2-48f5-9caf-86f936446b01/2/320x400.jpeg)
Raymond T Roitman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DPsa
Verified Verified
Sarasota, FL 34239
Waitlist for new clients
Certification: Certified Psychoanalyst, Licensed Clinical Social Worker Specialty: General practice including depression, relationships, parenting, schizo-affective disorders, ageing, grief and loss. Dr. "Raymond" has 50 years’ experience with inpatient, school consultation, groups, couples and individuals. He is psycho-dynamically oriented yet practical in approaching all types of emotional problems, including schizophrenia. He provides competent guidance through life's challenges.
Certification: Certified Psychoanalyst, Licensed Clinical Social Worker Specialty: General practice including depression, relationships, parenting, schizo-affective disorders, ageing, grief and loss. Dr. "Raymond" has 50 years’ experience with inpatient, school consultation, groups, couples and individuals. He is psycho-dynamically oriented yet practical in approaching all types of emotional problems, including schizophrenia. He provides competent guidance through life's challenges.
![Photo of Amanda Thomas, MS, LMHC, MCAP, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/de3c92f5-d64c-496b-be73-3972af55acb1/1/320x400.jpeg)
When counseling, I look at whole person not just the current situation. I take time to get to know you and understand your situation and/or concerns. I treat all my clients with the upmost respect and compassion. I use motivational skills to help my patients see their strengths and help them create achievable goals. I believe in breaking the big goal into smaller goals that lead to meeting that larger goal. I believe this creates positive reinforcement for my clients and improves their emotional health, during what could be difficult time in their life. I look forward to helping you improve your mental health, one-step at a time.
When counseling, I look at whole person not just the current situation. I take time to get to know you and understand your situation and/or concerns. I treat all my clients with the upmost respect and compassion. I use motivational skills to help my patients see their strengths and help them create achievable goals. I believe in breaking the big goal into smaller goals that lead to meeting that larger goal. I believe this creates positive reinforcement for my clients and improves their emotional health, during what could be difficult time in their life. I look forward to helping you improve your mental health, one-step at a time.
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Number of Therapists in Sarasota, FL
500+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Sarasota, FL who prioritize treating:
91% | Anxiety |
84% | Depression |
77% | Self Esteem |
74% | Relationship Issues |
71% | Coping Skills |
69% | Trauma and PTSD |
63% | Grief |
Average years in practice
14 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
81% | Aetna |
74% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
67% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Sarasota, FL see their clients
66% | In Person and Online | |
34% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
17% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |