Sebastian, Florida was founded in 1882 and named after Saint Sebastian, who was an early Christian saint. On the east coast of the peninsula, the City of Sebastian is proud of its beaches, riverfront district, concerts in the park, arts and craft shows, and a year-round average of 73 degrees. Who would not be happy here?

If you are suffering from depression, it is difficult to feel happy anywhere and you really do not feel like going out to enjoy any of the wonderful amenities of Sebastian. But, the counselors based in the city are experienced in diagnosing and treating depression. Talk to one of the counselors today. 

Psychologist Sonya Belletti providing different types of therapy in Sebastian

Sonya Belletti

Clinician
License Type(s): MSW,LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteemCoaching
26 years offering treatment

I am a seasoned therapist licensed in Florida with over 20 years of experience working with clients from a diverse background and age groups. I earned my Bachelors degree from Syracuse University in Psychology as well as a minor in Child and Family Studies. I attended San Jose State University for my Masters in Social work with a clinical focus on child and family issues. I have worked with clients in private practice as well as community and school based settings. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including ADHD, parenting, relationship struggles, pre-marital counseling, life challenges, depression, and anxiety, to name a few. I am trained in providing trauma-informed care as well as working with clients facing perinatal loss and postpartum concerns. I am passionate about the work I do and empowering my clients. I am a culturally competent clinician who believes in treating everyone with dignity, respect, and empathy. As such, I tailor our conversations to meet each person’s specific and unique needs. I believe in empowering clients to find their voices to speak positivity and truth to their lives. While I primarily take a client-centered and solution-focused approach in treatment I employ a variety of treatment modalities that include, but is not limited to, psychodynamic, psychoanalysis, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, and interpersonal. You have taken the first step in being here to seek support for your journey. Let me walk along with you and help you find the tools to empower yourself to achieve the change you seek. I look forward to working with you!

Psychologist Marie Pierre-Canel providing different types of therapy in Sebastian

Marie Pierre-Canel

Clinician
License Type(s): LMHC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsCoping with life changes
8 years offering treatment

My name is Marie Pierre-Canel, a mental health counselor licensed in Florida with over 3 years of experience working as a counselor and a life coach. I work with children, teenagers, and adults who are facing different types of challenges including problematic behaviors, distorted thoughts, and difficult relationships. We help improve self-esteem, replace negative self-talks with more positive ones, enhance ability to cope with life’s worries, and develop skills needed to effectively interact with others. I am very patient, dynamic, and culturally sensitive. I treat everyone with respect and dignity. I use several approaches to help my clients, including cognitive behavioral therapy . My treatment plans are tailored to address each client’s unique and specific needs. I truly believe struggles can change life for the better if we learn the lesson needed to move forward. I am inviting you to use my support and expertise to help you remain positive while you go through life’s challenges. I provide services in 4 languages: Haitian Creole, French, Spanish, and English .

Psychologist Cynthia Wolfe providing different types of therapy in Sebastian

Cynthia Wolfe

Clinician
License Type(s): LMHC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesDepression
10 years offering treatment

If you are here, I want to praise you for taking the first step. I know meeting life's difficulties alone can be very overwhelming. If you are tired of feeling hopeless and stuck, I would love to help you navigate through your life challenges to help you find a new place of understanding, perspective, inspiration, purpose and hope! I am a licensed mental health counselor in the State of Florida and have been providing mental health services for over 10 years. I obtained my Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Slippery Rock University and my Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Miami. My goal is to provide compassionate and supportive counseling services in order to help you meet your identified life goals and assist you with your personal growth and healing. I look forward to working with you!

Psychologist Dr. Leidybeth Rodriguez providing different types of therapy in Sebastian

Dr. Leidybeth Rodriguez

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemDepression
8 years offering treatment

I am a licensed clinical psychologist in the state of Florida with 8 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. My specialization is also in the area of health psychology, where I provide help to clients diagnosed with a medical condition in addition to emotional distress. I have completed training in Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice (AFMCP), allowing me to treat the person as a whole. 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 engage in therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for taking this step!

Psychologist Victoria Bartholomew providing different types of therapy in Sebastian

Victoria Bartholomew

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteem
6 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Kansas, Missouri, Florida, Iowa, Illinois, Texas and Tennessee, with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & parenting issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. If you're willing to work hard make the changes, I am here to cheer you on!

Psychologist Kiley Baglama providing different types of therapy in Sebastian

Kiley Baglama

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes
6 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Florida and Arizona with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, & career difficulties. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. 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. The style of therapy I subscribe to is one that focuses on your perceptions of your circumstances and helping you identify answers to your challenges and work through barriers, with a twist of humor. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Heather Johnson providing different types of therapy in Sebastian

Heather Johnson

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
3 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Florida with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & 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!

Psychologist Patricia Del Manzano providing different types of therapy in Sebastian

Patricia Del Manzano

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
4 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Florida with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, anger management, motivation, transitions, self esteem, confidence, & 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. 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.

Psychologist David Griffin providing different types of therapy in Sebastian

David Griffin

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
11 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Florida with 15 years of professional work experience. I'm an U.S. Air Force veteran and I have over 13+ years of experience providing therapy to veterans through federal service. I've been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy (IBCT). I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Laura Watkins providing different types of therapy in Sebastian

Laura Watkins

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesCoping with life changes
3 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Florida with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. 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. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

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Types of therapists available to clients in Sebastian

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 Sebastian that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.

Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform

Mental health therapists in Sebastian available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Sebastian 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, Sebastian therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Sebastian region and in the state of Florida.

How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want 

Therapists in Sebastian 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 Sebastian may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

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