Punta Gorda, FL Local Support & Community Resources

Mitzi Brown, a dedicated Counselor with credentials as an LMHC, MA, NCC, and CCTP, believes that faith is often a crucial component of personal wholeness. For clients who resonate with this belief, she artfully integrates faith into the psychotherapy experience. Common challenges clients face include issues related to relationships, depression, anxiety, life transitions, illness, and grief. Mitzi offers a holistic therapeutic approach by combining scientifically evidence-based practices with faith belief systems, creating a supportive environment that many find beneficial. Importantly, clients can choose to exclude faith from their counseling experience if they wish. She takes great joy in working with couples, women, and adolescents, finding fulfillment in guiding clients as they strive to achieve their goals. Marital therapy is particularly close to her heart, and she understands that life can be challenging and that no one escapes unscathed. Mitzi would be honored to walk alongside anyone struggling to cope, helping them find hope and healing on their journey.

Janie Brynolf is a passionate and dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, holding multiple credentials including LCSW, LMSW, CAC, CCHt, and CTHt. With a wealth of experience in supporting individuals across various age groups—including teens, adults, and elders—she skillfully addresses top issues such as depression, substance use, and bipolar disorder. Janie's therapeutic approach is both warm and person-centered, utilizing a diverse range of techniques such as Eye Movement Therapy, Trauma Focused, Hypnotherapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Her commitment to emotional well-being shines through in her practice, as she employs strength-based and solution-focused strategies tailored to each individual's unique needs. By fostering a safe and supportive environment, Janie guides her clients on their journey to healing and growth.

Dr. Debra Nagy is a compassionate and skilled psychologist dedicated to supporting adults through their unique challenges. With her extensive training and expertise, she specializes in trauma and PTSD, relationship issues, and women's issues. Her therapeutic approach is eclectic and culturally sensitive, ensuring that each individual feels heard and understood. Incorporating techniques such as EMDR and person-centered therapy, Dr. Nagy fosters a nurturing environment that promotes healing and growth. She is particularly passionate about addressing relational dynamics and providing a feminist perspective, empowering her clients to navigate their journeys with confidence and resilience.