Therapists in Saint Petersburg, FL

Hello and welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. My name is Shetress Woods, and I am a Licensed therapist, Certified Grief-Informed Professional, and Certified Sex Therapist with over 17 years of experience in the mental health field. I have devoted my career to walking alongside individuals as they navigate the complexities of life. I consider it an honor to facilitate the healing process in a space filled with empathy, patience, genuineness, and a non-judgmental approach. Throughout my professional journey, I’ve had the privilege of helping clients facing a variety of challenges, including depression, anxiety, grief, sexual abuse, relational issues, and past trauma. I specialize in providing individual counseling services tailored to meet the unique needs of each person I serve. I firmly believe that therapy should be a safe, supportive space where you can speak your truth, process your pain, and work toward your goals without fear of judgment. My approach to counseling is rooted in compassion and respect. I am here to support you as you discover your power to overcome life’s difficulties and pursue emotional and mental well-being. Whether you’re seeking support for a recent loss, working through past trauma, or simply trying to find clarity in your current season of life, I am here to walk with you. With a commitment to professional excellence and heartfelt care, I continue to strive to make a positive, lasting impact on the lives of those I serve. Thank you for considering me as a part of your healing journey. Shetress Woods, LMHC, CST

Hello! My name is Ruth Jackson, and I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 20 years with a unique background and life experiences that enable me to relate to a large variety of clients. I raised my three multiracial children as a single mother in the Southern part of the USA, which came with multiple opportunities. I progressed as a single mother by working as a Certified Nursing Assistant to where I am today. My life has been ultimately challenging and productive. My focus is client centered therapy using Solution-Focused, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Narrative Therapy. I enjoy helping clients formulate an individualized treatment plan that will allow them to reach their ultimate goals. Observing the clients progress, including breakthroughs that happen during the therapeutic process, are exhilarating for me. I have a tremendous zeal to enable individuals to live their best life. I let all of my clients know that not all therapists will be the right fit for their personality. Therefore, I always encourage them to try another therapist to help them achieve their goals, if I am not the right fit. I have had hundreds of clients that have changed their lives, achieved their goals and have become more contend and satisfied with their lives. The clients I have done therapy with are from a wide background from multi-millionaires to homeless people trying to get back on their feet. My clients have been pleased with my compassion, their level of therapy and they have been able to use new ideas to solve their issues. I would appreciate an opportunity to build a therapeutic rapport with you and I would assist you to work diligently on your current issues. I would be available when you need me by you messaging me anytime, I will get back to you within 12 HRS. However, our Face to Face time will have to be scheduled.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Florida with over 36 years of experience. I have worked with all age groups and most problem areas in Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Oklahoma and now Florida. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, ADHD and weather phobias. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My therapeutic approach focuses on encouraging and assisting clients to develop perseverance, become more flexible, and increase their self-worth through evidence based social work modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Supportive Therapies, and Problem Solving Strategies. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

My name is Kimberly Giliberti. My undergraduate education is from the University of Central Florida (UCF) with a Bachelors of Science degree in Psychology. My graduate education is from NOVA Southeastern University with a Masters of Science degree in Psychology and a Specialists degree in School Psychology. My therapy style is more cognitive behavioral; however, I can easily shift my style of therapy depending on what my client(s) need during each therapy session. I have also been trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and have successfully used this method of therapy with adults suffering from depression, anxiety, PTSD, and grief. I have experience working with adolescents/adults with depression, anxiety, ADHD, mood disorders, negative self talk, personality disorders, PTSD, low self-esteem, grief, building future templates, and family/marriage problems.

Hello and thank you for reading my profile. We live in a complicated world. Experiencing feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and stress is not unusual as we manage our lives. Individuals often face grief, marital discord, divorce, chronic illness, employment crisis, caregiver stress, and substance use either personally or with loved ones. Sometimes these events happen suddenly. In other cases, these stressors have been happening for years. Such events can result in unhappiness and disappointment that is difficult to explain. Talking with a compassionate and mindful professional can assist in developing insight to problems I am a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Mental Health Supervisor, and National Certified Counselor. I have provided psychotherapy to adults, families, and children for more than 25 years. Currently, my specialty is psychotherapy with adults I understand that people experience problems differently. Treatment is most effective when individualized for each client. The therapist and client create a trusting partnership to identify client goals. Together, they develop strategies to achieve these objectives. I work with the Integrative Counseling modality as it supports the necessary flexibility for individualized treatment Your decision to seek counseling is courageous. Such a choice is often difficult. I would welcome the privilege to work in partnership with you. Whatever your decision, I wish you the best in your journey of self-discovery and growth. SPECIALTIES: *Family Conflict *Grief *Life Transitions *Self Esteem *Loneliness *Women's Issues *Caregiver Stress *Aging

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30+ years as a psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, grief and loss and substance abuse tied to loneliness. I have also worked with clients who are coping with severe bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. I have, what is now, a mild stutter as well as some dyslexia. I understand, more than most, the challenges faced by non-neurotypical individuals. My therapy style is warm and supportive. I believe in treatment with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, but also accountability. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, client centered, solution focused, and rational-emotive therapy. We will work together to find what best meets your needs and goals. Real change takes work and commitment. I am ready to help. I look forward to working with you!

I am licensed Clinical Social Worker with 21 years of professional work experience in Mental Health and Substance Disorders with a primary focus on Women's issues. I have experience in helping people cope with stress and anxiety; working to increase motivation, and self-esteem. 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 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, depression, & 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. 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 the state of Florida, with 17 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse as well as coping with grief and loss. I was born and raised in Argentina, and I've lived in the US for over 20 years. I have extensive experience also working with immigrant populations and I truly understand the difficulties immigrants endure while adjusting to the new challenge of living abroad. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment, where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life, and the first steps towards a change can be the hardest. I am here to support & empower you along that journey.

I am licensed in Florida with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. 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.