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Jennifer Swanson

Jennifer Swanson

Ocala, FL
Jennifer Swanson is a dedicated therapist specializing in guiding teens, adults, and elders through life's challenges. With a warm and compassionate approach, she tackles issues such as depression, anxiety, and relationship difficulties, fostering a safe space for her clients to explore their emotions. Jennifer employs a variety of therapeutic techniques, including the Person-Centered, Gottman Method, and Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) therapies, along with EMDR for trauma, to empower individuals in their healing journeys. Her experience also spans addressing trauma, grief, school-related struggles, family conflicts, and women's issues, all while promoting self-esteem and emotional well-being. In her practice, Jennifer embraces a strength-based perspective, offering Christian Counseling and motivational interviewing, catering to the unique needs of each client. She truly values the opportunity to support others in achieving personal growth and improved mental health.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Family Stress Grief Men's & Women's Issues PTSD/Trauma Student Life
Creating Conscious Changes

Creating Conscious Changes

Ocala, FL
Creating Conscious Changes has over 19 years of experience working with children, youth, and adults. With a strong compassion for resolving both internal and external conflicts, the therapist guides clients in establishing short and long-term goals. This approach allows clients to take the lead by sharing their insights, while the therapist provides them with the necessary tools to navigate their challenges in a safe environment. Utilizing a non-judgmental and goal-oriented methodology, Creating Conscious Changes assists individuals in resolving conflicts, whether they arise from personal decisions, family discord, or achieving specific outcomes. Specializing in Solution Focused therapy, the emphasis is placed on goal-oriented problem-solving related to various issues, including relationships, family conflicts, career challenges, and health matters. This therapeutic process helps clients recognize their inherent strengths and set achievable goals. Everybody encounters difficulties at some point in their lives, and assistance can make a significant difference. Creating Conscious Changes is dedicated to guiding clients on their journey over the course of 10 weeks, offering encouragement, strength, guidance, support, and a listening ear as they work towards achieving their goals and embarking on new beginnings.
Pelican Life Wellness Services

Pelican Life Wellness Services

Ocala, FL
MS
Pelican, MS, is a dedicated therapist who thrives on helping individuals ready to undertake the journey of enhancing their lives. With a passion for supporting clients facing various challenges, Pelican offers services in natural settings, as well as online, through telephone calls, and text messaging. Clients collaborate with Pelican to define their goals, working together to achieve meaningful change. Pelican is also skilled in assisting couples in enriching their relationships. An eclectic coach, Pelican employs innovative techniques tailored to the unique needs of each individual. With years of experience guiding clients who have experienced trauma, Pelican empowers them to move forward and create the lives they envision. Specializing in coaching teens who have faced bullying, transitioning from foster care, and building self-esteem, Pelican provides compassionate support to clients across all age groups, from teens to geriatrics. As a trauma survivor herself, Pelican understands the complexities of healing and is committed to helping victims of trauma reclaim their lives. The therapeutic approach is rooted in holistic and positive psychology methodologies, focused on nurturing self-esteem and instilling a sense of worthiness and belonging in every individual she touches.
Specialties
Bullying PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress
David Moss

David Moss

Ocala, FL
David Moss is a compassionate therapist dedicated to supporting individuals across all stages of life, from preteens to elders. He specializes in addressing complex issues such as marital and premarital concerns, trauma and PTSD, and sexual addiction. His therapeutic approach is informed by a rich set of modalities including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Trauma Focused strategies, and Emotionally Focused Therapy. David employs various techniques tailored to each client's unique needs, ensuring that individuals, couples, and families receive the guidance and support necessary for healing and growth. With a deep understanding of issues like bipolar disorder, coping skills, substance use, and relationship dynamics, he creates a safe and nurturing space for clients to explore their emotions and challenges. David's commitment to fostering self-esteem, resilience, and well-being allows him to effectively address a wide range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, and trauma, ultimately empowering clients to lead fulfilling lives.
Specialties
ADHD Addiction Alcohol/Drug Use Anxiety Bipolar Depression Family Stress General Mental Health Grief Men's & Women's Issues PTSD/Trauma Parenting Relationship Stress Sleeping Well Spirituality Student Life
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Lissette Calderon

Lissette Calderon

Ocala, FL
Lissette Calderon is a compassionate therapist who understands the complexities of emotions such as anger, frustration, and sadness, which can arise from challenging relationships or employment transitions. She is dedicated to supporting individuals who feel withdrawn, anxious, or rely on coping mechanisms like alcohol, food, or screen time to manage stress. With a focus on mindfulness and a collaborative, judgment-free therapeutic relationship, Lissette guides her clients in exploring healthier coping skills and shifts in perspective. Her specialties encompass depression, anxiety, substance abuse, parenting issues, relationship concerns, and sex therapy. Lissette values diversity and enjoys working with clients from a wide range of ethnic backgrounds, cultures, genders, and sexual orientations. Believing in the power of choice, she fosters her clients' abilities to achieve their personal goals. Lissette holds a dual Master's degree in Mental Health and Substance Abuse Counseling from Nova Southeastern University and is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Clinical Sexology.
Specialties
Addiction Anxiety Depression LGBTQ+ Mindfulness Parenting Relationship Stress
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Melanie Pigott

Melanie Pigott

Ocala, FL
Counselor, LMHC
Melanie Pigott is a compassionate and skilled counselor, passionate about empowering her clients to make positive changes in their lives and navigate difficult relationships. She works with adolescents and teens facing challenges at home or school, and those dealing with past trauma, grief, or substance use. With her expertise in addressing challenging behaviors, including oppositional defiance and conduct disorders, she provides targeted support for issues such as anxiety, depression, substance use, and trauma-related disorders. Utilizing her preferred reality-based approach, Melanie focuses on helping individuals engage with the present moment. As a multiracial therapist, she brings a culturally sensitive perspective to her practice, ensuring that her clients feel understood and valued. With over 15 years of experience as a trauma-certified, licensed therapist, Melanie is dedicated to helping clients reach their full potential and become their best selves. For those ready to transform their lives, Melanie is committed to guiding them on their journey toward healing and growth.
Specialties
Alcohol/Drug Use Anxiety Depression Grief PTSD/Trauma Parenting
Desies Place LLC

Desies Place LLC

Ocala, FL
Counselor, MS
Desies Place LLC understands the often isolating journey of life. Many individuals may feel surrounded by friends and family, yet they struggle with feelings of loneliness and despair. Despite having an array of opportunities, they grapple with anxiety and emotional pain, often overlooked by those around them who may not fully grasp their experiences. At Desies Place, each client is met with compassion and individualized attention. They help individuals navigate through life's challenges with genuine understanding, offering unconditional positive regard for each unique situation. Utilizing a range of evidence-based treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy, the team guides clients from maladaptive coping strategies to healthier, adaptive ones. At Desies Place, individuals do not have to walk the path alone; they can find the support they need to move forward.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression PTSD/Trauma
Leisha Tompkins

Leisha Tompkins

Ocala, FL
Dr. Leisha Tompkins is a dedicated therapist specializing in telehealth services, catering to children, teens, and young adults facing unique challenges. With a profound understanding of the concerns that arise from being 'different' or dealing with neurodevelopmental issues like ADHD, autism, and emotional or social difficulties, she takes a holistic approach to mental wellness. Her expertise lies in providing therapy, testing, and diagnosis for individuals aged 3 to 25, focusing on fostering new ways of thinking and relating. As both a parent and a practitioner, Dr. Tompkins brings a compassionate perspective to her work, recognizing the joys and challenges that can come with guiding young minds. She is committed to restoring peace, calm, and purpose in the lives of her clients amidst their difficulties. Currently, she offers a complimentary standardized behavioral assessment with a report for all new clients who complete an intake appointment. Dr. Tompkins looks forward to partnering with families to support their journey toward mental well-being.
Specialties
ADHD Anxiety Therapy
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Janina Mcclain

Janina Mcclain

Ocala, FL
Janina McClain, the founder of Empowered Wellness Counseling Services, focuses on creating a safe and supportive environment for her clients. Her practice aims to address the unique needs of individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, and other mental health issues. With a genuine belief in the importance of trust, Janina facilitates the processing of symptoms in a validating space. Furthermore, Empowered Wellness Counseling Services offers specialized counseling for clients pursuing support in perinatal mental health, including Postpartum Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs), grief and loss, and comprehensive support throughout the stages of pregnancy for both partners. Janina's commitment to client care shines through her individualized plans, which emphasize goal-setting, symptom reduction, and ongoing support. An LMHC with over 9 years of experience in trauma and loss, she holds a Master’s degree from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Utilizing her diverse therapeutic skills, Janina demonstrates empathy, compassion, and even humor to guide her clients through transformation and healing.
Specialties
Anxiety Depression Grief PTSD/Trauma Perinatal Mood Disorder
Carolynn White

Carolynn White

Ocala, FL
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Carolynn White is a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) known for her commitment to holistic well-being, personal growth, and lasting change. Her unique approach seamlessly blends systems thinking, Zen Buddhism, and cybernetic wisdom, enabling clients to experience transformation through a deep understanding of interconnected systems. She inspires individuals, couples, and families to shift from working against themselves to working with themselves, embracing their circumstances rather than battling them. Her therapeutic style resonates with those ready to take personal accountability and explore the depths of their inner worlds. What distinguishes Carolynn as a therapist is her nurturing ability to create a non-judgmental, blame-free space that fosters self-discovery and growth. Drawing from Zen Buddhism and the wisdom of luminaries like Alan Watts, she guides her clients toward peace and mindfulness on their transformative journeys. Ideal for those seeking to enrich their relationships and lives through a holistic and systemic approach, Carolynn White is a trusted partner in the path to personal empowerment.
Specialties
Mindfulness Relationship Stress Spirituality
Therapy With Sonja

Therapy With Sonja

Ocala, FL
Counselor, LMHC
Taking the first step into any new journey can be intimidating, and Therapy With Sonja understands that. As a licensed mental health counselor with over 10 years of experience, she knows how crucial it is for individuals to find the right therapist to help them navigate their personal and professional paths. Sonja's understanding and compassionate approach has enabled her to effectively assist clients in resolving conflicts and moving forward with hope and motivation. As a Latina woman of color, she brings a unique perspective that resonates with the experiences of other women of color. She is especially passionate about working with women at various stages of their lives, recognizing the societal expectations that can make them feel as though they are not living to their true potential. Sonja wishes to help each woman find her voice and embrace her worth. Committed to authenticity, she fosters a genuine and collaborative therapeutic relationship, ensuring that clients feel equal in their journeys. With a combination of guidance, realness, and sometimes tough love, Sonja is dedicated to helping clients make the most of their paths toward personal growth and empowerment.
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Robin Wanner

Robin Wanner

Ocala, FL
Robin Wanner is a dedicated therapist specializing in psychodynamic, interpersonal, attachment-based, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) approaches. She excels in guiding adults who are motivated to engage collaboratively in their therapeutic journey. In a nurturing environment, clients are empowered to enhance their relationships, mediate conflicts, and effectively manage their symptoms. Robin's approach not only focuses on problem resolution but also encourages the exploration of personal aspirations, making her an excellent support for those seeking personal growth and emotional resilience.
Specialties
Relationship Stress
Don Wanner

Don Wanner

Ocala, FL
Counselor, LMHC
Don Wanner, a dedicated counselor with credentials as a LMHC and NBCC, excels in creating a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship for his clients. He thrives when working with individuals who are ready to invest in their journey of self-discovery and growth. In an affirming environment, clients are encouraged to explore their relationships, confront conflicts, and address symptoms alongside their personal goals and aspirations. Through this collaborative approach, Don assists clients in navigating mood disorders, relationship issues, trauma, and PTSD, paving the way for constructive change and healing.
Specialties
General Mental Health PTSD/Trauma Relationship Stress

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