EMDR Therapists in Tavares, FL

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Advanced Behavioral Health Center
Verified Verified
Tavares, FL 32778
Advanced Behavioral Health Center offers state of the art comprehensive psychiatric and psychological services. We are the largest private practice in the area counting with general psychiatrists, child & adolescent psychiatrist, psychologists and counselors with a wide range of areas of interest and fields of expertise. We provide services for all age groups and have affiliations with Florida Hospital Waterman.
Advanced Behavioral Health Center offers state of the art comprehensive psychiatric and psychological services. We are the largest private practice in the area counting with general psychiatrists, child & adolescent psychiatrist, psychologists and counselors with a wide range of areas of interest and fields of expertise. We provide services for all age groups and have affiliations with Florida Hospital Waterman.
(352) 474-2282 View (352) 474-2282
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Life and Hope Counseling Center
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tavares, FL 32778
The mission of Life and Hope Counseling Center is to provide a caring environment that empowers our clients to begin to explore and make courageous choices that promote growth and healing. We are committed to families, individuals, couples and children to provide them with the best quality services that bring hope, support, and guidance into their life’s purpose. We focus on the strengths of each individual and family that will empower them to use these gifts as a catalyst for change. We believe that the counseling relationship is one of mutual trust and respect that promotes a healthy vision into one’s journey.
The mission of Life and Hope Counseling Center is to provide a caring environment that empowers our clients to begin to explore and make courageous choices that promote growth and healing. We are committed to families, individuals, couples and children to provide them with the best quality services that bring hope, support, and guidance into their life’s purpose. We focus on the strengths of each individual and family that will empower them to use these gifts as a catalyst for change. We believe that the counseling relationship is one of mutual trust and respect that promotes a healthy vision into one’s journey.
(352) 822-3554 View (352) 822-3554
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Counseling & Development Center, Inc.
Counselor, PhD, MFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tavares, FL 32778
Solution Focused: See our website: counselinganddevelopment.com.- Our Approach to Services: We understand that while everyone is unique, we share many problems and challenges. Our therapists appreciate that we are physical, emotional, and spiritual beings and that each of these facets require recognition, nurturing and encouragement. Our methods are based upon the recognition of the uniqueness if the individual, whether it be in a crisis situation or just an opportunity to learn about ourselves and grow. Our approach combines sensitivity and caring with years of clinical experience.
Solution Focused: See our website: counselinganddevelopment.com.- Our Approach to Services: We understand that while everyone is unique, we share many problems and challenges. Our therapists appreciate that we are physical, emotional, and spiritual beings and that each of these facets require recognition, nurturing and encouragement. Our methods are based upon the recognition of the uniqueness if the individual, whether it be in a crisis situation or just an opportunity to learn about ourselves and grow. Our approach combines sensitivity and caring with years of clinical experience.
(352) 397-4172 View (352) 397-4172
Janet E Shipley
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tavares, FL 32778
I am a licensed clinical therapist with over 20 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults with a wide array of emotional, cognitive and behavioral concerns. I am currently serving the Lake County area at Counseling and Behavioral Solutions, Inc in Leesburg but have worked in outpatient agencies, inpatient settings, and within the public school system. I feel my varied experience has equipped me to meet the client where they are in their personal journey toward emotional stability and balance, while also helping them navigate and advocate for their needs in the larger community.
I am a licensed clinical therapist with over 20 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults with a wide array of emotional, cognitive and behavioral concerns. I am currently serving the Lake County area at Counseling and Behavioral Solutions, Inc in Leesburg but have worked in outpatient agencies, inpatient settings, and within the public school system. I feel my varied experience has equipped me to meet the client where they are in their personal journey toward emotional stability and balance, while also helping them navigate and advocate for their needs in the larger community.
(352) 329-3895 View (352) 329-3895

More Therapists Nearby

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Olga Tesmer
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mount Dora, FL 32757  (Online Only)
EMDR with focus on understanding of attachment wounds and embodied effects of trauma.
Limited availability for virtual individual sessions. Do you feel disconnected from your authentic self, unable to form deep, meaningful connections, unsure of where you belong in the world, overly vulnerable and sensitive, constantly needing to protect yourself while feeling that whatever goes wrong in life is your fault? All these symptoms could indicate unhealed trauma.
EMDR with focus on understanding of attachment wounds and embodied effects of trauma.
Limited availability for virtual individual sessions. Do you feel disconnected from your authentic self, unable to form deep, meaningful connections, unsure of where you belong in the world, overly vulnerable and sensitive, constantly needing to protect yourself while feeling that whatever goes wrong in life is your fault? All these symptoms could indicate unhealed trauma.
(352) 618-6826 View (352) 618-6826
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Kellie Brown
Counselor, LMHC, MCAP, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leesburg, FL 34788
I am EMDR and Nationally Board Certified to help with PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, & Depression and offer easy scheduling.
I help men & women who had something bad happen to them in the past. You have fought so hard to get to where you are today but you are afraid that you might lose it all because you can't get it out of your head. You try so hard to keep it all together but you are breaking inside. The anxiety is overwhelming, at night it is hard to sleep You can’t even focus during the day. You feel so angry and are always on edge. It affects everything about your life. A part of you feels like you will never be good enough no matter how hard you try. You hate feeling this way. You keep trying to fix it yourself but nothing is working.
I am EMDR and Nationally Board Certified to help with PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, & Depression and offer easy scheduling.
I help men & women who had something bad happen to them in the past. You have fought so hard to get to where you are today but you are afraid that you might lose it all because you can't get it out of your head. You try so hard to keep it all together but you are breaking inside. The anxiety is overwhelming, at night it is hard to sleep You can’t even focus during the day. You feel so angry and are always on edge. It affects everything about your life. A part of you feels like you will never be good enough no matter how hard you try. You hate feeling this way. You keep trying to fix it yourself but nothing is working.
(850) 600-8360 View (850) 600-8360
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Cecily Moore
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Leesburg, FL 34788  (Online Only)
In therapy sessions, I like to use humor but I am also clinically trained in Solution focused therapy and EMDR.
Hello, my name is Dr. Moore. I am passionate about mental health and I specialize in treating depression, race based trauma, and helping folks with career related concerns.
In therapy sessions, I like to use humor but I am also clinically trained in Solution focused therapy and EMDR.
Hello, my name is Dr. Moore. I am passionate about mental health and I specialize in treating depression, race based trauma, and helping folks with career related concerns.
(786) 765-5302 View (786) 765-5302
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Karen D Stange
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leesburg, FL 34748
I have successfully used EMDR to help clients deal with depression, anxiety, unresolved grief, past traumas, and conditions blocking them from being the full-functioning person they want to be.
Do you wish you had someone neutral to talk to; someone outside your circle of friends or family; someone with whom you can express your true self without the fear of being judged? Our relationship will be one of respect, empathy, and understanding. My goal and focus in therapy is to help you find your own way and answers to your unique situations and problems. You do have the answers within yourself and I would be honored to help you find them and then implement the necessary changes to see new dreams materialize.
I have successfully used EMDR to help clients deal with depression, anxiety, unresolved grief, past traumas, and conditions blocking them from being the full-functioning person they want to be.
Do you wish you had someone neutral to talk to; someone outside your circle of friends or family; someone with whom you can express your true self without the fear of being judged? Our relationship will be one of respect, empathy, and understanding. My goal and focus in therapy is to help you find your own way and answers to your unique situations and problems. You do have the answers within yourself and I would be honored to help you find them and then implement the necessary changes to see new dreams materialize.
(407) 749-0153 View (407) 749-0153
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Heart Bonds Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Mount Dora, FL 32757
We offer EMDR, Art Therapy, CBT, and other specialized approaches.
There's no one-size-fits-all for those struggling with challenges, but it's our joy to travel with you in a safe and empathetic, connected environment. Our goal is to help you navigate your bonds in the past, present, and future, for a healthier heart and relationships. Therapy is a process of growth, and we look forward to walking alongside you. We specialize in working with adults of all ages, young adults, children, couples, and families. At Heart Bonds Counseling, we have several specialized counselors to help with a variety of needs and concerns.
We offer EMDR, Art Therapy, CBT, and other specialized approaches.
There's no one-size-fits-all for those struggling with challenges, but it's our joy to travel with you in a safe and empathetic, connected environment. Our goal is to help you navigate your bonds in the past, present, and future, for a healthier heart and relationships. Therapy is a process of growth, and we look forward to walking alongside you. We specialize in working with adults of all ages, young adults, children, couples, and families. At Heart Bonds Counseling, we have several specialized counselors to help with a variety of needs and concerns.
(813) 437-9764 View (813) 437-9764
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Angela Larsh
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Mount Dora, FL 32757
My understanding of how overwhelming therapy can be for some, and my empathy and listening skills can help put my clients at ease. I utilize a collaborative approach as you are the best expert on you! Sessions are a warm and trusted place to be. I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy and often seek training in other modalities. My therapeutic orientations are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered, Play Therapy, and Sand Tray. I've also been trained in EMDR, Neurofeedback, and Prepare and Enrich (a premarital and marriage assessment), so I know how to do these things, too.
My understanding of how overwhelming therapy can be for some, and my empathy and listening skills can help put my clients at ease. I utilize a collaborative approach as you are the best expert on you! Sessions are a warm and trusted place to be. I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy and often seek training in other modalities. My therapeutic orientations are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered, Play Therapy, and Sand Tray. I've also been trained in EMDR, Neurofeedback, and Prepare and Enrich (a premarital and marriage assessment), so I know how to do these things, too.
(786) 713-2141 View (786) 713-2141
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Christina 'crystal' Salgado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mount Dora, FL 32757  (Online Only)
I have been trained in EMDR.
I am a clinical social worker. I have been providing therapy to individuals of all ages for 16 years. I have worked with a wide variety of issues from trauma related disorders to adjustments issues, addiction, memory issues, as well as mood disorders. Through my work I have learned that life has many challenges. These challenges can be overwhelming and lead to difficulties that present themselves as mental health issues. I view my role as being a healing agent by helping client's gain insight, learn new coping skills, and gain motivation to change.
I have been trained in EMDR.
I am a clinical social worker. I have been providing therapy to individuals of all ages for 16 years. I have worked with a wide variety of issues from trauma related disorders to adjustments issues, addiction, memory issues, as well as mood disorders. Through my work I have learned that life has many challenges. These challenges can be overwhelming and lead to difficulties that present themselves as mental health issues. I view my role as being a healing agent by helping client's gain insight, learn new coping skills, and gain motivation to change.
(352) 280-3857 View (352) 280-3857
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Alexandra Perkinson
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Mount Dora, FL 32757  (Online Only)
In my therapeutic practice, I take a holistic approach by utilizing evidence-based modalities like CBT, DBT, EMDR, and mindfulness while also integrating somatic based work and creative arts therapy.
I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor providing virtual therapy within the State of Florida. Over the past ten years, I have had the opportunity to work alongside those struggling with eating disorders, substance abuse, codependency, and trauma. I have worked at various levels of care including inpatient and outpatient settings in the United States and abroad and also supported loved ones and family members of those struggling with eating disorders via coaching sessions.
In my therapeutic practice, I take a holistic approach by utilizing evidence-based modalities like CBT, DBT, EMDR, and mindfulness while also integrating somatic based work and creative arts therapy.
I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor providing virtual therapy within the State of Florida. Over the past ten years, I have had the opportunity to work alongside those struggling with eating disorders, substance abuse, codependency, and trauma. I have worked at various levels of care including inpatient and outpatient settings in the United States and abroad and also supported loved ones and family members of those struggling with eating disorders via coaching sessions.
(352) 645-3297 View (352) 645-3297
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Denise Wasmer, Licensed Psychotherapist
Counselor, MS, LMHC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Leesburg, FL 34788  (Online Only)
Denise Wasmer is a Licensed Psychotherapist in the State of Florida trained in EMDR Therapy, offering EMDR Therapy and Intensives, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Are you feeling anxious, depressed or stuck? My specialization is working with Women to heal Anxiety, Trauma and Depressive symptoms. Psychotherapy provides incredible benefits, including emotional support, improved mental health, increased self-awareness, enhanced coping skills and personal growth and self-development.
Denise Wasmer is a Licensed Psychotherapist in the State of Florida trained in EMDR Therapy, offering EMDR Therapy and Intensives, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Are you feeling anxious, depressed or stuck? My specialization is working with Women to heal Anxiety, Trauma and Depressive symptoms. Psychotherapy provides incredible benefits, including emotional support, improved mental health, increased self-awareness, enhanced coping skills and personal growth and self-development.
(918) 238-7145 View (918) 238-7145
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Luis Otero Desantiago
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Leesburg, FL 34788  (Online Only)
I use a combination of techniques such as EMDR, Hypnotherapy, Rapid Resolution Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral approaches to help people move on from traumatic experiences in their lives.
You may be experiencing anxiety or depression recently, and you are looking to get help before things fall apart in your life. You want to feel healthier, think more clearly, and reach your potential. You are interested in getting help for disturbing images, feelings. or thoughts that preoccupy your mind. We are here to help you with this.
I use a combination of techniques such as EMDR, Hypnotherapy, Rapid Resolution Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral approaches to help people move on from traumatic experiences in their lives.
You may be experiencing anxiety or depression recently, and you are looking to get help before things fall apart in your life. You want to feel healthier, think more clearly, and reach your potential. You are interested in getting help for disturbing images, feelings. or thoughts that preoccupy your mind. We are here to help you with this.
(954) 951-9820 View (954) 951-9820
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Pamela Hand
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAP, ICADC, CTT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eustis, FL 32726
Certified as a Trauma Therapist, EMDR, Gottman.
Are you finding yourself feeling increasingly anxious? Can't put your finger on what is going on? Finding yourself losing motivation to make it through your days. Only doing the bare minimum to get through? Wondering if things will change, get better? Beginning to be concerned for yourself but brush it off hoping it will just go away? Possibly it is associated with a relationship challenge, loss of a job, or difficulty with a family concern? All of these challenges can block you from feeling your best or able to function. Let's uncover the root of the problem through interventions and develop a plan to get you feeling your best.
Certified as a Trauma Therapist, EMDR, Gottman.
Are you finding yourself feeling increasingly anxious? Can't put your finger on what is going on? Finding yourself losing motivation to make it through your days. Only doing the bare minimum to get through? Wondering if things will change, get better? Beginning to be concerned for yourself but brush it off hoping it will just go away? Possibly it is associated with a relationship challenge, loss of a job, or difficulty with a family concern? All of these challenges can block you from feeling your best or able to function. Let's uncover the root of the problem through interventions and develop a plan to get you feeling your best.
(352) 508-4337 View (352) 508-4337
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Brian M Russman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT, CAP, EMDR
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Mount Dora, FL 32757
Sex addiction, porn addiction, and betrayal trauma will keep you from living a life that is values-aligned. These issues get in the way of you being the best partner, parent, or person you can be. I work closely with all my clients to build trust, so that together, we can start to chip away at the deep shame and trauma that often underlies and results from sex and intimacy disorders so that you can find true and sustainable recovery.
Sex addiction, porn addiction, and betrayal trauma will keep you from living a life that is values-aligned. These issues get in the way of you being the best partner, parent, or person you can be. I work closely with all my clients to build trust, so that together, we can start to chip away at the deep shame and trauma that often underlies and results from sex and intimacy disorders so that you can find true and sustainable recovery.
(352) 644-9248 View (352) 644-9248
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Aly Landry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LMHC, NCC, EFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Mount Dora, FL 32757
The quality of our relationships determines the quality of our lives. You might feel like you were once a happy couple, but now don’t want to be alone with each other. You can’t solve a disagreement respectfully and feel stuck in a pattern.
The quality of our relationships determines the quality of our lives. You might feel like you were once a happy couple, but now don’t want to be alone with each other. You can’t solve a disagreement respectfully and feel stuck in a pattern.
(407) 708-9813 View (407) 708-9813
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Deborah Tome
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Astatula, FL 34705
I am a laid-back therapist. I have over 40 years of experience in this profession and have learned a variety of approaches and techniques. My top modalities are Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Eclectic, Family Systems, Dialectical (DBT), Family / Marital, Interpersonal, Mindfulness, Trauma Therapy, and Couples Therapy. My specialties are Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Coping Skills, Trauma, and PTSD. I believe our relationship is a partnership, with both of us working as a team to provide you with success!
I am a laid-back therapist. I have over 40 years of experience in this profession and have learned a variety of approaches and techniques. My top modalities are Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Eclectic, Family Systems, Dialectical (DBT), Family / Marital, Interpersonal, Mindfulness, Trauma Therapy, and Couples Therapy. My specialties are Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Coping Skills, Trauma, and PTSD. I believe our relationship is a partnership, with both of us working as a team to provide you with success!
(305) 518-1257 View (305) 518-1257
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Virginia B Gaddis
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Leesburg, FL 34788  (Online Only)
My name is Virginia B. Gaddis , and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I am a people person; and as such have a passion for helping people. I received my Masters in Counseling from Barry University and specialize in Mental Health Counseling & Marriage and Family Therapy.
My name is Virginia B. Gaddis , and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I am a people person; and as such have a passion for helping people. I received my Masters in Counseling from Barry University and specialize in Mental Health Counseling & Marriage and Family Therapy.
(305) 384-6691 View (305) 384-6691
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Kristen Mercadante
Counselor, LMHC, QCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Dora, FL 32757  (Online Only)
Now accepting new clients! Therapy is an act of self love. If you’ve been struggling to manage recent experiences, understand or accept things from your past, or are anxious about an upcoming life event, you may not realize the impact it can have on the other areas of your life until it feels out of control. If you are willing to work towards making change in your life, you are capable of so much more than you realize. The best version of yourself is already within you. All you have to do is take the first step and you don't have to do it alone!
Now accepting new clients! Therapy is an act of self love. If you’ve been struggling to manage recent experiences, understand or accept things from your past, or are anxious about an upcoming life event, you may not realize the impact it can have on the other areas of your life until it feels out of control. If you are willing to work towards making change in your life, you are capable of so much more than you realize. The best version of yourself is already within you. All you have to do is take the first step and you don't have to do it alone!
(352) 310-8165 View (352) 310-8165

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EMDR Therapists

Who is EMDR for?

EMDR was initially developed as a treatment for individuals with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for whom memories of a deeply distressing experience can be inadvertently triggered by random everyday events. The procedure has since been applied in the treatment of many other conditions. For example, it is used by some therapists to treat anxiety disorders including panic and phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and some personality disorders. It is suitable for adolescents and adults.

Why do people need EMDR?

People need EMDR as a way to manage distressing memories that in some way hamper the ability to function in the present. The procedure is believed to target the way memories are stored in the brain. Evidence indicates that past disturbing experiences cause ongoing distress because they were not adequately processed, and when such memories are triggered in the present, they are accompanied by all the emotions, thoughts, and physical sensations as the initial experience.

What problems does EMDR treat?

First and foremost, EMDR is intended as a treatment for PTSD, to defuse distressing memories that intrude on and impair everyday functioning. It is also often used to help those who are subject to panic attacks, phobias, and other forms of anxiety. In addition, EMDR has been used to treat individuals with depression, eating disorders, and personality disorders.

What happens in EMDR therapy?

First the therapist takes an individual’s history, and then the therapist and client decide which distressing experience(s) will be the target(s) of the exercise, delivered via a side-to-side visual stimulus requiring lateral eye movements. The client will be asked to activate thoughts, feelings, and any body sensations related to the troubling experience. The eye movements are said to reduce the emotional charge of the memory, so that the experience can then be safely discussed with the therapist and digested, minimizing its ability to trigger anxiety.