Therapists in Florida

Hello, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and hold an MEd in Community Counseling from the University of Miami, Florida. I have had many years of experience counseling people who are suffering from anxiety and depression, PTSD, loss and grief, relationship issues and other problems in the field of mental health. I am confident that together we can identify the issues that are troubling you and work together to help you feel better and stronger. While a Client-Centered approach and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy are my main treatment modalities, I use others as dictated by my client's needs. The relationship between client and therapist, between you and me, is foremost and will be one of acceptance and trust. Being able to speak freely gives us the opportunity to work through your issues, thus realizing positive mental health. I look forward to sharing this journey with you!

Hayley C. Schapiro, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Hayley graduated from Columbia University in New York City. Her expertise is individual psychotherapy, case consult, and evaluation. Hayley worked as a psychometrician in a clinic overseen by a large hospital network in New York City. There she provided diagnostic clarity for families and facilitated their transition to community based services. Hayley was trained in administering assessments at New York Presbyterian Hospital: Center for Autism and the Developing Brain. Prior, Hayley worked at a New York City Charter School, where she provided individual mental health support, crisis intervention, and group counseling. Hayley acknowledges the many pressures families face but her priority is to smooth transitions, engage parents, and creatively brainstorm. Hayley excels in quickly building rapport with clients through humor, empathy, and unwavering engagement.

I am a two-time graduate of the Florida State University, receiving a Bachelor’s and Masters of Social Work degree, licensed as a clinical social worker in the state of Florida. I have over 7 years of experience in individual counseling, individual therapy, and family therapy. I have worked with adolescent and adult clients. I have been able to adequately assist clients with conquering depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, communication issues, and relationship problems. My counseling approach is unique to each client and catered towards ensuring the best services are provided to each individual client. My counseling styes reflect in cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques. The clients’ services will be individualized to each clients’ individual needs to ensure they are met. Congratulations on taking the first step to getting help. If you are ready to embark on the journey to a brighter future, I am here to support you along the way. I look forward to working with you in the future.

Change your Life! Your life can evolve and change so that you may find freedom and peace! My mission is to assist you to explore and discover your own answers from within, and to remember, recover and honor your true, authentic self so you can live life with greater ease and abundant joy. Let me guide you to transform your-Self and your life. Hello, I am Peggy Ann Serena Hemmer. I prefer to go by Serena. I have been providing clinically sound, creative, holistic counseling for children ages 3 and up, adults, couples and families since 2004. Prior to my clinical work, I spent 10 years at the county and state departments of mental health and substance abuse. Having studied and practiced many holistic approaches to health and well-being, as well as a variety of life philosophies, my approach to therapy is from a holistic perspective, taking into consideration the relationship between mind, body, and spirit. ​Knowing youth express themselves through art, and play, I weave Expressive Arts modalities into sessions with youth and their families. I was provided an opportunity to establish an Expressive Arts Clinical Program at a behavioral health residential center for youth. Certified in Rational Hypnotherapy, I am able to guide clients to relief from anxiety, phobias, and addictions. I graduated Summa cum Laude from Capital University with a Bachelor of Social Work degree and received a Master of Social Work degree, from The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio. In Florida, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with Certifications in Rational Hypnotherapy, Gottman Couple's Counseling, and Spiritual Life Coaching. As an ordained metaphysical, New Thought minister and certified Spiritual Life Coach I assist clients, who are seeking, to explore and expand their values, spirituality, and faith. I bring my education, experience, and intuition to my practice and particularly my creativity in my work with adolescents and adults. Having provided counseling for people of all ages, from all backgrounds and socio-economic levels in residential treatment centers and private practice, I have acquired a broad awareness of the variety of challenges many people face and have witnessed the intrinsic ability we each have to overcome those challenges and to thrive. ​​ Originally, I founded my private practice in 2006 in Worthington, Ohio, and later moved it to Westerville, Ohio. Because I incorporate my background and experience in dance, Tai Chi and Qi Gong, drama, visual arts, and pottery, I was sought after to provide therapy for children as well as adults and couples. Along with my formal education and experience, I am certified in many holistic approaches. I am a Reiki Master Teacher, an Advanced Theta Healing practitioner, an Access Bars Practitioner and taught Qi Gong and Tai Chi for the State of Ohio Employees. Currently, my practice is located in sunny Saint Petersburg, Florida. During my career, I have developed and presented a variety of workshops for families and providers. Including: Ohio Department of Health - Birth to Three Conference -“Maternal Depression and Effects on Infants”- Co-Presenter Ohio Department of Aging Governor’s Conference on Aging - “Advantages of Tai Chi”, Presenter Ohio Department of Mental Health Millennium Conference - “Moving through Recovery”- Presenter “Use of Expressive Arts and Play in Counseling Adolescent Youth in a Children’s Residential Center”- Presenter “Bullies, Bullied, Bully Victims”- Presenter “Separation, Attachment, and Placement”- Foster and Adopted Children Presenter Cancer Support Community Leadership Conference, Washington, D.C-Co-Presenter -“Distress Screening” My publications include: I Am Me, I Am, A Pearl's Wisdom Book. Hemmer, P. A. Serena(2020). https://www.amazon.com/Am-Me-Pearls-Wisdom-Books/dp/B08JJLMSB7. I Don't Need Counseling. https://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/i-don-t-need-counseling. Is My Child Too Young for Counseling. https://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/is-my-child-too-young-for-counseling. The Empowerment of Homeless Women: Implications for Future Advocacy Issues Seventh Annual Symposium on Undergraduate Scholarship. College of Arts and Sciences. Capital University. Herndon, P. (former name) and Scherocman, J. (2002) Depression: Developmental Considerations from Birth to Eighteen Sixth Annual Symposium on Undergraduate Scholarship. College of Arts and Sciences. Capital University. Herndon, P. (former name) Stattmiller, L., and Wernicke, C., (2001)

I am a licensed clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience of working with individuals in crisis. Areas of specialization include mental health crisis and trauma, depression and anxiety, special needs population, adjustment disorder and relational issues (adult as well as parent/child). I have a very warm and empathetic approach; non judgmental, a good listener and easy to talk to. I am a client centered therapist and ready to help in the way most suited to your individual needs with a very tailored approach. These are very trying times with all that is going on in the world today. More than ever, people are reaching out for extra support. I commend those individuals who are brave enough to seek help and I look forward to partnering with you!

Hello. I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) licensed psychotherapist in Florida with 14 years of professional work experience. I've been working in the private and community sectors, crisis stabilization units, schools, outpatient services and corporate wellbeing. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, parenting issues, along with motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I truly believe that you are the expert on your own story and that you already have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming challenges. I commend you because it takes courage to seek out help and start a search for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am as human as you are, and I am here to support & empower you in that journey while helping you discover a satisfactory way that leads to happiness using an Integrative Approach in an intentional and consistent manner without any type of judgement. I use CBT, motivational interviewing, and Solution Focus Brief Therapy and I am always mastering new theoretical approaches that are ethical and evidenced-based.

I am licensed in Florida with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with lgbt-related issues, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am a Licensed Psychologist in Florida, obtaining my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Purdue University over 30 years ago. My career has focused on conducting psychological research and providing psychotherapy in various settings. I served as Associate Director of the Fear and Anxiety Disorders Clinic at the University of Florida, Co-Director of the Addictive Behaviors Research Laboratory at the Medical University of South Carolina, and Associate Director of the Tobacco Research and Intervention Program at the Moffitt Cancer Center. Newly retired from academia, I now provide psychotherapy to a limited number of individual clients. My clinical practice includes working with clients to address anxiety and stress, depression, motivation, self-esteem, substance-related, and other mental health and lifestyle concerns. My approach is oriented towards short-term cognitive-behavioral therapy, with integration of other empirically-supported techniques, such as Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and supportive counseling. It is important that I tailor my approach to meet your unique and specific needs. My goal with any new client is to work in an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. This solid alliance forms the optimal basis for positive mental and physical change, improved social relationships, and greater life satisfaction. Taking the first step to achieve a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I look forward to working with you!

I am licensed in Ohio with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & intimacy related issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in Florida with 17 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma, abuse, and depression. I also have experience in assisting clients coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling, happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support and empower you in that journey.