Christy Brown
Jacksonville,
FL
Counselor, LMHC
Christy Brown, a compassionate and dedicated counselor (LMHC), understands that choosing to enter therapy is a significant decision for individuals seeking support. With a focus on establishing a genuine therapeutic relationship, she recognizes that many clients wish to discuss challenging subjects that can feel daunting. Therefore, Christy places tremendous importance on creating a nurturing, judgment-free space where clients can express themselves freely. Her primary aim is to foster a safe, stable environment that encourages open communication and self-exploration. With extensive experience addressing various emotional injuries, from mild to severe, Christy is well-versed in managing conditions such as depression, anxiety, relationship and identity issues. She especially resonates with highly sensitive individuals, those grappling with past trauma, and families experiencing conflict. Christy is committed to guiding clients in their pursuit of lasting joy and fulfillment in their lives, utilizing therapeutic approaches that encompass mindfulness-based therapies, trauma-focused methods, and integrative practices.
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Family Stress
PTSD/Trauma
Relationship Stress
Kate Colley
Jacksonville,
FL
Kate Colley is a dedicated and compassionate therapist who specializes in supporting children as they navigate life's challenges. She excels in helping young individuals overcome trauma, manage significant life transitions, and cope with anxiety and depression. With a focus on emotional support, Kate fosters social growth and development in her clients. She is not only trained and experienced in her field, but she also genuinely enjoys the work she does every day. Kate takes an individualized approach to therapy, ensuring that every child's unique needs are met during their journey to improved mental health. While her primary focus is on children, she is also adept at working with adults, utilizing trauma-informed care models to aid clients in processing and healing from past experiences. Taking that first step can be daunting, but with Kate's guidance, one can embark on a transformative journey toward a better self.
Specialties
Addiction
Alcohol/Drug Use
Anxiety
Disabilities
Family Stress
General Mental Health
Grief
LGBTQ+
PTSD/Trauma
Parenting
Perinatal Mood Disorder
Student Life
Kimberly Cruise
Jacksonville,
FL
Counselor, MS
Kimberly Cruise, MS, LMHC, NCC, BCABA, views therapy as a valuable opportunity for individuals to discover positive responses to life's challenges, overcome self-defeating behaviors, and cultivate a balanced and meaningful existence. Her interactive and collaborative approach fosters an atmosphere of support, insight, and compassion, allowing clients to enhance their emotional and psychological well-being. By focusing on each unique client, Kimberly helps individuals tap into their potential through a variety of therapy modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused therapy, and Emotionally Focused techniques. Together with her clients, she explores present life experiences to address therapy issues and employs a diverse range of techniques to facilitate meaningful change in their lives.
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Stress
Freda Doxey
Jacksonville,
FL
Freda Doxey is a compassionate and skilled therapist dedicated to guiding teens and adults through their unique journeys of healing and self-discovery. With expertise in addressing anxiety, addiction, and relationship issues, Freda is committed to helping her clients navigate the complexities of life. Her therapeutic approach is diverse, utilizing methods such as Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Trauma-Focused techniques, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. Freda is known for her culturally sensitive practices, ensuring that each individual's background and experiences are acknowledged and integrated into their therapy journey. She provides support for a wide range of challenges, including bipolar disorder, trauma and PTSD, substance use, and life transitions. With a genuine passion for fostering personal growth, Freda empowers her clients to build resilience, improve their self-esteem, and develop effective coping skills. Her warm demeanor and dedication to the therapeutic process create a safe space for individuals and couples to explore and address their concerns, fostering meaningful change and healing.
Specialties
Addiction
Alcohol/Drug Use
Anxiety
Bipolar
Depression
Domestic Violence
Family Stress
General Mental Health
Grief
Men's & Women's Issues
PTSD/Trauma
Parenting
Spirituality
Student Life
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Cheryl Anthony
Jacksonville,
FL
Counselor, LMHC
Cheryl Anthony, a dedicated Counselor, LMHC, and CAP, possesses over 32 years of experience in helping adults and elders navigate their challenges. She firmly believes that sometimes traditional talk therapy alone is not sufficient. Cheryl empowers her clients by emphasizing three key principles: that change is indeed possible, that they can recognize what change feels like both physically and emotionally, and that the inherent power for transformation resides within themselves. Specialized in addressing issues such as ADHD, Trauma and PTSD, and Addiction, Cheryl employs a diverse range of therapeutic approaches, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Integrative techniques, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Her commitment to a holistic and client-centered approach allows for tailored solutions that effectively shift lives. Cheryl is currently offering her expertise through virtual sessions, ensuring accessibility and comfort for her clients.
Online Chat
Video
Specialties
ADHD
Addiction
PTSD/Trauma
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James Paseur
Jacksonville,
FL
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS
James Paseur is a dedicated registered mental health counselor intern with a robust background in diverse industries, including manufacturing, insurance, banking, IT, and education. His life experiences resonate with many, offering a unique perspective that fosters a deeper understanding of clients' challenges. From his beginnings as a factory worker and clerk to positions ranging from teller to Assistant VP, James's varied career equips him with invaluable insights. Having served as a natural therapist from a young age, he developed a talent for listening and empathizing that led others to confide in him throughout his life. With two years of supervised counseling experience and a strong educational foundation in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University, he is well-prepared to support individuals facing mental health struggles. James's specialized training in Trauma and Crisis management enhances his ability to guide individuals through their journeys. He is passionate about creating an inclusive space for all adults, regardless of sexual orientation, and welcomes both straight and LGBTQ+ clients. For those ready to begin a transformative adventure of self-exploration, James is eager to connect and discover if his approach aligns with their needs.
Specialties
LGBTQ+
PTSD/Trauma
Jessica Gort
Jacksonville,
FL
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Jessica Gort is a dedicated Mental Health Counselor who prioritizes the mental health of her clients. She encourages individuals, whether they are teens or adults, to address underlying issues and embrace the therapeutic journey. With a compassionate and empathetic approach infused with a touch of humor, Jessica creates a safe environment for clients to discuss life transitions related to adolescence, trauma, adulthood responsibilities, marriage, parenting, divorce, aging, loss, grief, and retirement. Through her diverse therapeutic modalities, including Compassion Focused, Trauma Focused, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), and more, she assists clients in identifying unhealthy patterns, setting meaningful goals, and making empowering changes. Jessica believes in providing a supportive space where clients can explore their painful experiences, ultimately guiding them towards a more fulfilling and peaceful life. It is her honor to accompany individuals on their journey to creating a happy, healthy self.
Specialties
50+
Addiction
Breakups
Depression
Grief
PTSD/Trauma
Parenting
Ashley Harms
Jacksonville,
FL
Ashley Harms, a compassionate and experienced therapist, offers her expertise to teens, adults, and elders navigating life's challenges. With a background rooted in long-term recovery and resilience through adversity, she is dedicated to helping individuals and families transform their struggles into strengths. Ashley expertly employs a variety of therapeutic modalities tailored to each client’s unique needs, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), expressive arts, and mindfulness-based approaches. Specializing in addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders, her mission is to empower her clients, guiding them toward a more joyful, validated, and fulfilling life. Ashley is committed to transparency in her practice, ensuring that her clients understand the rationale behind each intervention she recommends, fostering a supportive and trusting therapeutic environment.
Specialties
ADHD
Addiction
Alcohol/Drug Use
Anxiety
Bipolar
General Mental Health
Men's & Women's Issues
PTSD/Trauma
Spirituality
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Martha Hillenbrand
Jacksonville,
FL
Martha Hillenbrand is a seasoned therapist with over thirty years of experience, offering her wealth of expertise to individuals, couples, and families seeking effective strategies to overcome life's challenges. Her impressive career includes serving as a behavioral health program administrator for adults and children at the UF (Shands) Medical Center, followed by an important role overseeing the Family Mediation Program for the 4th Judicial Circuit Court. Martha also has experience as a therapist at Baptist Medical Center. Her specialties encompass a range of significant issues, such as troubled relationships, stress, trauma, PTSD, loss and grief, and emotional and sexual intimacy concerns. Additionally, her treatment expertise includes depression, anxiety, self-esteem challenges, stress management, panic attacks, grief and loss, medical health issues, OCD, abuse issues, parenting, family dynamics, and conflict resolution. Recognized as a consultant and adviser throughout Florida, Martha provides flexible session options, including phone conversations and video sessions, enabling clients to feel comfortable as they embark on their therapeutic journey.
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Domestic Violence
Family Stress
General Mental Health
Grief
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
PTSD/Trauma
Panic Attacks
Parenting
Relationship Stress
Sheryl Johnson
Jacksonville,
FL
Counselor, LMHC
Sheryl Johnson is a compassionate and dedicated Counselor, LMHC, MCAP, SAP, MAC who understands the challenges individuals face in overcoming stress, substance use, and navigating life transitions. With a background that includes a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling and an undergraduate degree in Business Management/Marketing, Sheryl offers a unique approach to problem-solving that combines empathy with structured action steps. She has witnessed firsthand how small daily changes can lead to profound transformations, helping her clients break free from patterns of misery and step into brighter futures. Sheryl’s expertise encompasses therapeutic modalities such as 12-Step Recovery, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Motivational Interviewing, allowing her to tailor her methods to fit each individual’s needs. Through collaboration, accountability, and a focus on solutions, Sheryl empowers her clients to turn dreams into actionable goals, nurturing a lifestyle that serves their aspirations. She believes it is never too late to take action and create the life one deserves, guiding her clients towards that reality with warmth and encouragement.
Specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
General Mental Health
Kimberly Julia
Jacksonville,
FL
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kimberly Julia is a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who understands that life comes in waves, often bringing overwhelming challenges. With a deep commitment to providing trauma-informed, individualized, and neurodivergence-affirming telehealth services, Kimberly meets her clients with nuanced care and concern. She supports individuals on their healing journeys, focusing on the belief that every story matters. With over ten years of experience as a social worker, Kimberly has specialized in serving survivors of childhood trauma, including physical, emotional, psychological, and sexual abuse, as well as domestic and dating violence. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and a range of other modalities designed to foster healing. By engaging in an eclectic and person-centered manner, Kimberly strives to help clients discover their inner peace without judgment, fully respecting each individual’s personal journey toward recovery.
Online Chat
Specialties
Anxiety
PTSD/Trauma
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Jennifer Lash
Jacksonville,
FL
Counselor, LMHC
Jennifer Lash, a dedicated counselor, LMHC, and NBCC, understands that the journey of counseling is profoundly unique and individual. Her practice focuses on guiding clients to find inner balance and fostering an environment where reflection, feeling, and growth can flourish. With a keen emphasis on the significance of the therapist-client relationship, she believes that this connection is fundamental for effective growth and insight. Jennifer incorporates a blend of technique, intuition, and humor into her sessions, ensuring a supportive atmosphere. As a trauma-focused counselor trained in EMDR, Trauma-Focused CBT, Infant Mental Health, and Child-Parent Psychotherapy, she specializes in assisting families as they navigate trauma that may impact their ability to form healthy attachments and relationships. Her commitment lies in helping individuals and families heal from the effects of trauma, recognizing its pervasive influence on all aspects of life and future relationships. Jennifer aims to improve the foundational relationships that shape her clients' lives moving forward.
Specialties
PTSD/Trauma
Christian Lamb
Jacksonville,
FL
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Christian Lamb, a skilled Clinical Social Worker and Therapist (LCSW), understands the challenges that couples face when trust and intimacy have been disrupted. Many individuals experience painful disconnects in their relationships, where communication falters and arguments become all too common. This can leave partners feeling isolated, as if they are drifting further apart daily, and questioning the foundation of love and security they once knew. Christian invites clients to reflect on their relationship's beginnings, where deep conversations and passion thrived, and encourages them to imagine a future where effective and constructive communication replaces misunderstandings. With a profound commitment to guiding individuals and couples, he helps them reclaim the safety and joy in their relationships. Drawing from his own experiences and extensive training in modalities like Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and the Gottman Method, Christian collaborates with clients to develop tailored strategies to rebuild their love. His goal is to foster healing and transformation, making it possible for them to thrive again in life and love.
Specialties
Relationship Stress
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Jacksonville, FL
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Jacksonville, FL
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Food Pantries & Support
Jacksonville, FL
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Churches & Faith Based Support
Jacksonville, FL
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