Orange Park, FL Local Support & Community Resources

Pamela Lewis, LMHC, creates an objective and nurturing therapeutic environment that encourages individuals and families to explore their challenges while guiding them towards viable solutions. With special interests in women's issues, couples, families, and blended family dynamics, Pamela connects deeply with her clients. Her unique background as someone raised in a military family, coupled with her married life to a military man and having children in the service, equips her with a profound understanding of the complexities faced by military families. She offers therapy to teens, adults, and elders, utilizing an eclectic mix of therapy types including EMDR, family/marital counseling, and Christian counseling. Pamela's dedication extends to addressing a variety of concerns from ADHD and grief to divorce, depression, and anxiety, making her a compassionate guide through life’s challenges.

Amanda Davis Cassidy, MS, LMHC, is a compassionate Counselor who understands how depression and anxiety can diminish one's zest for life. She provides invaluable support to those navigating relationship challenges and grieving the loss of loved ones, homes, or lifestyles. Specializing in mood and anxiety disorders, Amanda is dedicated to helping individuals improve their quality of life in a non-judgmental and supportive environment. With experience handling various mental health issues, including substance misuse, mood instability, and trauma, she employs an eclectic therapeutic approach that integrates Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic methods, and other techniques suited to each individual's needs. Amanda believes that no one should journey through their challenges alone. With her expertise in working with adults and elders, she is committed to guiding clients toward personal growth and self-improvement, empowering them to reclaim the life they desire and deserve.

At Rivers Edge Counseling, life is viewed as a flowing river, where gentle currents and sudden rapids are part of the journey. Their team is devoted to helping individuals navigate the challenges that life presents, fostering hope and purpose for everyone, regardless of background. The dedicated clinicians specialize in assisting those who have experienced traumatic events and are dealing with symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress and related issues. With a strong belief in the power of collaboration, they work alongside clients to uncover barriers to living a fulfilled and joyful life. The highly skilled clinicians are trained in evidence-based approaches such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Cognitive Processing Therapy. They prioritize ongoing education to ensure that their methods are the most current and effective. Understanding that the decision to seek counseling can feel overwhelming, Rivers Edge Counseling is committed to creating a comfortable and trusting environment, recognizing the importance of a respectful counselor-client relationship.