Therapists in Polk City, FL
Steven Brenner
Clinician
License Type(s): LMHC,NCC,CCMHC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseCoping with life changes
10 years offering treatment
ABOUT ME My name is Steve Brenner, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida, a Nationally Certified Counselor and Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I have over a decade of experience in the field of mental health and currently operate a private counseling practice in Boca Raton Florida. I primarily work with adults who are struggling with relational trauma leading to depression, anxiety, substance abuse, career difficulties, relationship, and marriage problems. I am trained in the Post Induction Trauma Model of relational trauma work developed by Pia Mellody at The Meadows in Arizona. My approach is to develop a strong trusting relationship that leads to honesty and the willingness to look at the core issues that are leading to the behaviors (symptoms) that my clients are experiencing today. My approach is low key, yet challenging in a compassionate and loving way. Together, we will develop strategies that produce long term success and measurable results, leading to a life transformed. I completed my master's degree in counseling at Lynnt University, and have worked in specialized private mental health treatment programs for nearly 10 years. I also have a bachelor's degree in psychology earned in 1983 at George Washington University. I spent 20 plus years working in technology consulting with some of the larger consulting firms over the years. This allows me to relate well with successful business people at varied levels, helping to foster greater performance and leading to greater professional achievement. If you are searching for direction, contentment, or need help getting past the obstacles that keep you stuck in your personal or professional life, I would welcome the opportunity to assist you. SPECIALTIES Relational Trauma Family Dysfunction Emotional, Physical and Sexual Abuse PTSD Substance Abuse Process Addictions Stress and Anxiety Relationship issues Self esteem Depression Self-Improvement Executive Coaching I have experience in addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, Grief, sleeping disorders, anger management, career challenges, and coping with life changes.
Betsy Narveson
Clinician
License Type(s): EdS,LMFT
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteem
6 years offering treatment
Hello! My name is Betsy Narveson. I know that the thought of talking with a therapist can be uncomfortable, or even downright scary! Going out of your comfort zone is hard, but you can feel good about taking action to start to create the life you want! I hope that, as we get to know each other, you can develop trust in my genuine concern and compassion, and feel safe and supported as we work together toward your goals, whatever they may be. We’ll work collaboratively, based on your preferences and goals. Beyond ensuring that you feel comfortable working with me, my next priority is for you to feel that our time together is productive, that we are getting steadily closer to what you were seeking when you decided to try talking with a therapist. Therefore, I prefer to use approaches that are evidence-based and solution-focused. I completed my undergraduate degree in Psychology at the University of Florida, and my graduate degree there as well, in Marriage and Family Therapy. My work in community mental health as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist has allowed me to work with a wide variety of presenting problems. I have counseled both children and adults, in individual and family contexts. The most common concerns I have dealt with are stress, relationship issues, parenting difficulties, anxiety, family conflicts, coping with life changes, and depression, and youth behavioral troubles. Relationships and parenting issues have always been of particular interest to me, and are even more intriguing to me now that I am married and have two children of my own! I would love to get to know you and assist you with whatever you are facing!
Dr. Gale Kelley
Clinician
License Type(s): Ed.D.,LMHC,NBCC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger management
18 years offering treatment
I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself to you and briefly explain the therapeutic process. My name is Gale Kelley and I am a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.), in Clinical Psychology and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Florida. Over the past sixteen years I have provided individual, family, and group psychotherapy to people of all ages and backgrounds who find themselves faced with a variety of mental health concerns. From a client-centered perspective, I believe that we all possess the strengths needed to attain and maintain good mental health and wellbeing, which sometimes requires that we reach out to others. My therapeutic approach is holistic/integrative which emphasizes the mind body connection while incorporating various elements of different theories. Traditional evidence-based therapeutic protocols such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy stresses how people can change negative thought patterns, beliefs, and behaviors so they can enjoy a less stressful and more productive lifestyle. I am particularly drawn to psychoeducation to help my clients better understand human behavior and the therapeutic process. My philosophy is that the more we know, the better we understand, and the better we understand, the more likely we are to engage. I utilize a variety of evidence-based assessment instruments that will help me target areas that may be impacting mental health and/or daily functioning. These typically involve a series of questions that you will answer during our first meeting. Then we’ll make a list of goals that you would like to accomplish during our work together. I wholeheartedly encourage a collaborative working relationship and will frequently monitor the progress throughout the therapeutic process. My clients can expect to have a take-away (something that will improve your current situation) from every session. This can be a new perspective of an ongoing problem or an emotional regulation skill that will help you better manage situations you cannot change. I pride myself on providing personalized, comprehensive health care that will focus on wellness and prevention.
Deborah Trent
Clinician
License Type(s): Ed.S.,LMHC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteem
20 years offering treatment
I am a licensed mental health counselor in Florida with 20-years-experience. I have worked with clients in a variety of settings from community mental health, to private practice, to residential substance abuse. My clients have presented with many different concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, panic disorders and addiction to name a few. My firm belief is that despite the life experiences a person may have had, they are never broken. My job is to point them toward that healthy part of themselves and help it to strengthen. My goal is to help people rediscover their innate peace, happiness, and well-being. My counseling style brings together cognitive, holistic, and integrative. I don’t have a cookie-cutter approach to counseling, because every individual is different, and so the counseling approach needs to be flexible to develop the best fit for that person. I see the counseling relationship as a partnership where we work together creating a plan of treatment that will help you work toward goals that are important to you. Counseling can be a big step into a future that is more fulfilling. Let’s make your life the best it can be. I look forward to hearing from you.
Victoria Naginsky
Clinician
License Type(s): M.S,LMHC,NCC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepression
8 years offering treatment
Welcome ! Something in your life has initiated this search for support and you have come to the right place. I applaud you. My name is Victoria, and I am both a licensed professional therapist and a Nationally Certified Counselor in the state of Florida. I have worked with individuals experiencing a variety of issues including substance abuse, depression and anxiety, family conflict, trauma, stress-related issues, communication challenges, self-esteem, and many more. I have extensive experience working with Trauma and am trained in providing Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. My choice to work in this field comes from the belief that everyone deserves to be understood, heard, and supported while working towards becoming their best selves. I would describe myself as being someone who is compassionate and open-minded. My belief is that everyone has needs that should be met in order to be their best. I also come from the view that our thoughts shape our way of being in the world and affect our patterns of behavior. It would be my privilege to become a partner in your journey while helping you figure out and achieve your mental health goals. I will provide not only support and understanding but a clear direction, and both solution-focused and CBT strategies to get you to the place you deserve and want to be. Whether you are seeking change for a healthier happier life, or just need a non-judgmental ear to listen, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!
Nelson Rivera
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseDepressionCompassion fatigue
20 years offering treatment
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience working with HIV/AIDS, substance use, and behavioral health. I have my Masters from New York University and I am currently a candidate for my PhD in Organizational Psychology. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, LGBTQA+, career challenges, and multiple chronic medical diagnoses. I also helped many people who have experienced varying forms of trauma in their childhood and how this childhood trauma may influence our adulthood. My counseling style is warm, interactive, and straightforward. I believe in treating all with respect, dignity, sensitivity, and compassion. I work with an individual's thoughts and how those thoughts can influence behaviors. I have worked with supporting people through their own ambivalence using cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing (getting out of your own way). I am not into labels. I am adaptive and will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek support and redesign your own life. I applaud you for taking this step towards change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you so that you can redesign a world that is a better fit for you. I look forward to working with you!
Sarika Griffin
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changes
7 years offering treatment
I am a licensed therapist in Nebraska, Iowa, and Florida with 8 years of experience. I have worked with clients with various concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, substance misuse, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse—providing support, advocacy, safety planning, and resources to survivors of powerbase violence. I focused on building my knowledge to provide inclusive, trauma-informed advocacy and mental health services with integrity and innovation. My therapy style is warm, direct, and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines attachment-based, internal family systems, solution-focused, client-centered, and dialectical behavior therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and take the first steps towards change. I am here to support and empower you if you are ready to take that step. I look forward to working with you!
Lacey Buxton
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
14 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Florida with 14 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I also have experience working with depression. 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Angelica Kendrick
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoaching
11 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Florida, Georgia and South Carolina with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, career difficulties, & 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 and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Brian Smerdon
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemCoping with life changes
11 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Connecticut, Florida and Vermont, Idaho and New Hampshire with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
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Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Polk City that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.
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Mental health therapists in Polk City available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Polk City therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Polk City therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Polk City region and in the state of Florida.
How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?
Therapists in Polk City can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Polk City may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Polk City offering online therapy or in person?
Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.
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