Port Charlotte, FL Local Support & Community Resources

Counter Current is a compassionate counselor, LPC, and NCC who understands that treating OCD, BFRBs, and Tics with traditional talk therapy often falls short. Many individuals seeking help discover themselves grappling with frustration when they fail to see improvement or feel as though they are unable to manage their symptoms effectively. Recognizing that it is not uncommon for those with OCD to struggle for years before finding the right treatment, Counter advocates for empirically based approaches like Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy. This methodology is equally effective for BFRBs, anxiety, and tics, which all require specialized interventions tailored to target symptoms directly, facilitating quicker recovery. With extensive training and experience, Counter Current is dedicated to helping clients alleviate their symptoms and equip them with lifelong management tools. As an expert in Exposure Response Prevention therapy (ERP), ComB for BFRBs, and CBIT for Tics/Tourette Syndrome, his approach has successfully guided countless individuals facing challenges such as POCD, SO OCD (formerly HOCD), Harm OCD, Contamination OCD, Pure O, and various other OCD sub-types back towards a fulfilling life. Meeting clients with empathy and understanding, Counter is committed to working alongside them to achieve their goals for a bright, happy future.

Deborah Jean Leahy is a compassionate Counselor, RN, MA, and LMHC dedicated to assisting individuals in overcoming their struggles. With a profound belief in the triadic healing of body, mind, and spirit, she thrives on helping clients navigate through relationship challenges, spiritual dilemmas, and emotional pain. Holding a Christian worldview, Deborah approaches therapy without judgment, fostering a welcoming environment for all. She specializes in individual counseling for children aged six and above, adolescents, adults, and seniors, as well as providing support for couples and families. Deborah has a particular interest in working with individuals facing addiction, compassion fatigue, burnout, codependency, mood disorders, grief, adoption issues, and those in the healthcare field, including first responders. She is committed to creating a space for clients to explore personal, professional, and relational issues, aiming to guide them towards a year filled with positive change and growth.

Christine Rykiel is a compassionate licensed clinical social worker based in Charlotte County, Florida, and the owner of a thriving group counseling practice in Port Charlotte. With a focus on providing nurturing counseling services, she and her dedicated team support children, adolescents, and adults facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, developmental delays, trauma, substance abuse, divorce, separation, and significant life transitions. Christine is committed to fostering her clients' self-confidence and personal growth through transformative treatment, employing cognitive behavioral therapy techniques that empower individuals to adjust their negative thoughts and feelings. By choosing positive responses over reactions, her clients learn to navigate feelings of guilt, anger, anxiety, and stress with resilience. At the Southwest Florida Counseling Center, high-quality counseling services are offered that can accommodate various budgets while accepting all major insurance plans, including Medicaid and Medicare, as well as most EAP plans.