Working with a therapist can help you learn new skills to improve wellness and foster personal growth. If you’re looking for a therapist in Jacksonville, consider online treatment with a platform like BetterHelp. A lack of available in-person providers, long commutes, and waiting for referrals from your doctor can make finding an in-person provider challenging. With online therapy, finding mental health care can be more flexible and convenient.
BetterHelp providers have extensive experience offering individual therapy using a range of treatment modalities, including dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization, and sex therapy. Your provider will work at creating an environment where you can freely express yourself, and you can switch therapists at any time for no fee until you find one that you enjoy working with.
Whether you need help navigating the challenges of post-traumatic stress disorder or want to increase self-awareness, therapy can help. If you’re looking for a therapist, Jacksonville, NC, has many online options available. Reach out to one of the providers on the list below to learn more about the benefits of online mental health treatment.

Dr. Tamara Woods
I have over 14 years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker and more than 20 years working with families. I know the importance of finding a therapist who is a good fit. My focus is providing a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space for adults, couples, and families. Utilizing a combination of theoretical approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, client centered therapy and motivational interviewing, I collaborate with you to meet you where you are. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, grief, anger, relationship issues, parenting concerns, and career challenges. I also understand how personal and sometimes overwhelming the therapeutic process can be. Please know that I am dedicated to helping you when you are ready.

Christine Broadwater
I am licensed in North Carolina with 33 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, & motivation, self esteem, and trauma. 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.

Carrell Frederick
I am licensed in North Carolina with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Dina Velazquez
Hello, my name is Dina Velazquez and I am a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist currently living on the east coast. I have over ten years experience as a therapist, in both the Community Mental Health model and doing clinical assessments for a health insurance carrier. I earned my Master's degree in Counseling at Pacifica Graduate Institue in Carpinteria, CA. My experience includes working with individuals with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem, and substance use issues. My approach is client centered while also incorporating the use of other skills including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, solution focused and some Cognitive Behavioral therapies. I feel that each of our experiences are unique, and may require different avenues to attain wellness. Also experienced in: Addictions , LGBT , Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Physical Disabilities, Coping with life changes

Christopher Korty
I am licensed in North Carolina with over 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with parenting issues, marriage counseling's, anger management, emotional and behaviors struggles and individual challenges. 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.

Olinda Davidson
Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and National Certified Counselor in North Carolina with 11 years of professional work experience. I have a heart for people and love walking with others as they grow and experience positive changes in their lives. Therefore, I believe that the therapeutic relationship is one of the most important aspects of successful therapy. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment so that you will feel free to express your thoughts, feelings and emotions. I use therapeutic techniques that best fit each unique client and their specific situations to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing. I help people improve communication skills, reduce stress, anxiety, and help you cope with any life changes as well as relationship issues. I am also uniquely trained as a Christian Counselor. I believe that we are whole persons, with physical, psychological, social and spiritual aspects. Whether we include discussion of the spiritual dimension of life in our time together will be up to you. Seeking counseling does not mean that you are weak or unable to handle life on your own. Instead it shows great strength and courage to seek the help from a professional. My hope is that as we work together you will begin to experience peace, happiness, joy and ultimately healing. I look forward to working with you!

LaSharta Pearson
Ms. Pearson truly believes in the power of positive affirmation. As a mental health provider, she is intrinsically motivated by the desire to help those in need. Driven by a passion for witnessing the progression that individuals achieve, she values being able to join patients as they travel along the journey of change. LaSharta often recalls advice from a mentor that therapeutic work is metaphorically similar to planting a seed, recognizing that receiving nourishment allows growth and transformation to occur. Centered on an individually focused care philosophy, she tailors treatment to each patient’s specific needs, expectations, and goals. Drawing on various therapeutic modalities such as Solution Focused Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness techniques, Ms. Pearson also utilizes effective skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). Over the course of her life, LaSharta has found multiple ways to serve her community and brings that experience to her mindcare work, including her time spent as a corrections officer and as a member of the US Air Force. Inspired by additional volunteering experience with organizations like the Special Olympics, Big Brother & Big Sister, and the Guardian ad Litem program, Ms. Pearson is grateful to have found her true calling as a mindcare provider, noting that in many ways the calling found her. She hopes to empower, inspire and motivate everyone who she works with and often shares one of her favorite affirmations: “You are a powerful force of nature; your potential is limitless. Start believing in the power of you.”

Giles Christman
Giles Christman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who has over 12 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, families, and couples who are seeking assistance in coping with PTSD, depression, anxiety, anger, stress, OCD, ADHD, family conflict, academic-based issues, blended families, conduct disorders, and more. Giles completed his Bachelor's degree at Brigham Young University and obtained his Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Virginia Tech. Giles is bilingual in Spanish and English and offers trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TFCBT) and strengths-based approaches to assist clients. He also has worked conjointly with schools and juvenile justice to assist families in crisis with their at-risk youth that are experiencing problematic behaviors. Giles assists families and individuals by helping them to harness their inherent abilities. He incorporates culturally competent services that instill trust and broaden understanding of who a person is and the potential they have.

Veronica Shelton
I am licensed in Texas with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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.

Nenette Keenan
I am licensed in Louisiana and North Carolina with 10 plus years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. 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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What types of therapists are available to clients in Jacksonville?
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 Jacksonville 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.
Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Jacksonville available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Jacksonville 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, Jacksonville therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Jacksonville region and in the state of North Carolina.
How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?
Therapists in Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville 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.