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Gainesville, FL

Gainesville, FL Local Support & Community Resources

Gainesville, Florida, is a vibrant college town known for its cultural diversity, abundant recreational spaces, and affordable living. The city’s dynamic economy, primarily driven by education, healthcare, and social services, fosters a strong sense of community among residents. While housing costs remain accessible, employment opportunities are concentrated in sectors that may sometimes neglect comprehensive mental health support. As a result, navigating mental health challenges can be prevalent amongst diverse populations, particularly students, and residents facing economic pressures. However, Gainesville actively strives to promote mental well-being through a growing network of resources. Residents can find various mental health services, from crisis intervention to community support programs, all aimed at fostering resilience and improving access to care. This directory serves as a gateway to discovering essential local supports, empowering individuals to prioritize their mental health and well-being in this thriving community.

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Isabell Springer

Isabell Springer

Gainesville , FL
DR.
Dr. Isabell Springer is recognized as one of the top marriage counselors, celebrated for her transformative approach to therapy. Clients have praised her ability to open doors to new perspectives, enabling them to regain the freedom and happiness they thought they had lost. With keen insights and a talent for addressing unfinished business, she empowers individuals to experience therapeutic breakthroughs that can turn their lives around. Her collaborative, experiential, and directive style means that she does not rely on traditional analysis or note-taking; instead, she serves as a guide, providing answers to challenging questions. Through her work, clients discover clarity, effective coping strategies, and new viewpoints, allowing them to build fulfilling relationships and lead more authentic lives. Beyond her role as a therapist, Dr. Springer is also a love strategist and the visionary behind the New Model for Love, further solidifying her reputation as a leader in her field.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Family Stress Grief LGBTQ+ Men's & Women's Issues Parenting Relationship Stress Spirituality Student Life
Jean Alberti

Jean Alberti

Gainesville , FL
Jean Alberti is a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping clients overcome pain, feel unstuck, and navigate difficult emotions. She believes that during challenging times, finding the strength to move forward can be daunting. Her therapeutic approach is humanistic, interactive, and collaborative, emphasizing the importance of a secure and trusting relationship to promote significant emotional growth and repair. As clients progress on their healing journey, Jean’s hope is that the work they do together empowers them to enact meaningful changes and encourages personal development. With a strong foundation in insight-oriented methods, she skillfully integrates behavioral therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Her practice warmly welcomes individuals and couples facing a range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, and various emotional disturbances.
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Specialties
50+ Anxiety Bipolar Borderline (BPD) Depression Domestic Violence General Mental Health Grief LGBTQ+ Obsessive Compulsive Disorder PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress Work Stress
Elisabeth Ansel Edwards

Elisabeth Ansel Edwards

Gainesville , FL
Counselor, MA
Elisabeth Ansel Edwards, a seasoned counselor with credentials including MA, LMHC, and LMFT, embodies a relational and insight-oriented therapeutic approach. She holds a deep belief that all individuals are created for connection; however, woundedness can often obstruct this vital link, whether to God or to others. Elisabeth provides deep, intensive soul counseling aimed at healing such wounds, fostering connections that are more honest, genuine, and whole. Her work encourages clients to cultivate a profound sense of self and identity, facilitating healthier interactions with the world around them. With an eclectic therapeutic style tailored to the unique needs of each individual, she integrates techniques from Gestalt, Object Relations, Jungian Psychology, Systems Theory, Sensorimotor, Somatic Processing, Mindfulness, Guided Imagery, and Experiential Therapies. Elisabeth prioritizes client agency, empowering them to control the discussion and pace of their narrative, acknowledging that trauma and abuse often stem from a loss of power and control. By providing a sacred space for the processing of their woundedness, she is dedicated to guiding clients towards healing and reconnection. Elisabeth looks forward to welcoming individuals into this transformative space.
Specialties
Grief Mindfulness PTSD/Trauma

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