Therapists in Pensacola, FL

Hi! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based in Florida. I have been practicing for 35 years with the philosophy that therapy not only offers sanctuary to face mental health issues, but it fosters resilience and emotional well-being too. I help teenagers and adults learn not only to survive, but to thrive in this often hectic world.

I have over 25 years of clinical experience and have worked in a variety of mental health health systems, from inpatient settings to Wellness programs with major corporations. I am currently with the group, Psychological Associates, P.A. This line of work appeals to me because I believe that change is possible. I have been described as warm, understanding, and dedicated. I see therapy as a method of reaching one's potential. I will strive to help you reach your goals while remaining mindful of how valuable your time is.

I am a Licensed Mental/Behavioral Health provider committed to providing exceptional care to individuals and families in need. Drawing on over a decade of experience, I specialize in tailoring personalized approaches to achieve specific goals. My expertise spans a diverse range of clients, allowing me to adapt and create individualized methods for each person . I specialize in working with individuals living with ASD. My educational background includes a Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of West Florida, coupled with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology featuring minors in Social Welfare and Child Welfare.

Would you like to feel empowered by your emotional experience - rather than overwhelmed by it? The therapeutic experience can help you befriend and understand your emotions, allowing you to liberate yourself from stuck feelings & patterns of avoidance. Sometimes we experience great discomfort in order to motivate us to make healthy changes & reach out for support. You do not have to face life's challenges alone. Healing is always available to us, we can learn to kindly step out of our own way and receive it. Taking the first step in exploring mental health options is a great start - don't stop here, healing is waiting.

Struggling with negative beliefs, unwanted thoughts, past traumas, depression, or even parenting? Regardless, you don’t have to face those challenges alone. We are often impacted by past events, resulting in unhealthy coping mechanisms and negative core beliefs about ourselves and/or the world. Even when we “know” our behaviors and thoughts aren’t helpful, sometimes we just feel so stuck and aren’t sure what, if anything, will help. That's where I am come in: I’m here to provide a safe environment for individuals to overcome past struggles, challenge & replace negative beliefs, develop healthy coping skills, and reach healing.

Therapy is YOUR space. It should feel safe, nonjudgmental, understanding and empathetic to you and your life. I truly believe that with therapy, anyone can grow, learn and be the truest version of themselves. It is my job to empower you.

I received a B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Georgia. I completed an Internship at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. I was an Outpatient Psychologist at the Lakeview Center. I developed a multi-modal Drug Abuse Program and was Director for several years. I entered private practice in 1974 with continuous service to the Pensacola Community. I provide therapy for children, adolescents and adults in either individual or family sessions, as well as marital/relationship therapy.

I am passionate about working with those who feel as if they'll never break free from their past. Those who struggle with and can't seem to escape the same patterns, thoughts, and feelings. Maybe you logically -know- something wasn't your fault, but it still -feels- like it was, or you're tired of not feeling "good enough". I take special care in gently creating a safe space where you can be your authentic self, while honoring your unique journey. I have specialized training and experience working with those impacted by trauma, and guiding them towards healing.

I'm all about working with those who feel like they don't quite fit the mold. If you've ever felt like you're on the outskirts looking in, know that you've found a safe place here. I want to empower you to embrace your authentic self & work towards your goals. I'm particularly drawn to working with individuals who are exploring their identity and personal growth. I love working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community and creating a safe space for healing.

Amber Poma is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor from Pensacola FL who works with adults and adolescents, and provides care for patients who struggle with anxiety, depression and trauma related issues. Her main goals for her patients include reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression, improving overall well-being, and promoting personal growth and resilience.

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I would like to welcome you to Margeaux Donovan Gibson, M.A. Therapy Services! I am so glad that your unique struggles have led you to me. By being here, you've already taken the courageous step of seeking professional help for an issue you are experiencing. You've made a great choice, and I hope we can work together so that you can begin to love your life in the way that you were meant to. As a heart-centered, holistic psychotherapist, I provide supportive structure to the journey of navigating the inevitable challenges we face as human beings.

Hi If you are a person looking for help with Relationships, Marriage, Addiction, Depression or Anxiety and you are ready and willing to do the work I would like to help you. If you have decided you want something different and better, I would like to help you. If you have decided you want to find happiness within and be your best self, I would like to help you. The reward of a happier, more fulfilling life at the end of this journey far outweighs your struggles and the work it takes to become your best self. I want to reassure you that people do heal and I want to assist you in creating your success story.

My goal is to develop a collaborative partnership where I can work with you to better understand your experiences. Using a warm yet direct approach to counseling. I strive to create a non-judgmental environment where your concerns can be explored and processed. I want to help you create insight, identify strengths, and develop effective practical skills to overcome the challenges that you face.

Are you having a hard time with life and do not know what to do? If so, I can help you. I have over six successful years of helping children to adults with difficult situations, mental health issues, and general life stress. I believe all past experiences and relationships shape how we feel about ourselves and the world. It is important for us to heal from the inside to the outside with psychological techniques that work.

Let me break it down folks, no need to waste time. I'm doing something different that's designed to get you healed and cool with your life, whether that means change or not, fast. It's the fastest way I know, and it's not complicated. You learn the whole thing in the longer first session. Visit ashleypennewill.com/blog, or the Blog Archives at ashleypennewill.com/archives. There's so much there that can help you, and it's free. If you FEEL a yes or even a curiosity, I'd definitely invest in that first session. If it's a fit, there's nothing like it, and your life will never be the same. I'm serious! So cool.

When life seems confusing or just too much, it's good to have someone to talk to for comfort, relief, or to process the hard questions. If you struggle with anxiety or depression I invite you to come sit for awhile, unburden, and learn how to approach tough emotions using interventions that are going to best assist your needs.

Saturday appointments Available. Welcome. If you are thinking about trying out counseling, but there is a part of you that is shocked that you would ever think about scheduling a counseling appointment, then you will fit right in with the work that I do. Even though I love all things that are self-help focused, I can understand how that initial appointment to speak with a counselor about those concerns can seem scary and just not something you ever thought you would do. My favorite part of therapy is when there is that moment that people realize that counseling is not actually scary and that they actually like it.

Tree of Life Counseling is a professional and collaborative counseling service that is passionate about facilitating growth in people and helping them experience the fullness of life. We want each person to experience the highest quality of affordable counseling, support services and resources. We utilize evidence-based psychotherapy approaches and sound psychological theory that promotes emotional health, improves quality of life, supports healthy goals & growth, and reconcile relationships. We offer services to all people regardless of age, color, culture, disability, ethnicity, national origin, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or socioeconomic status. We respect the dignity and worth of all people, and your rights to privacy. Although our therapists have a Christian Foundation and Faith is the cornerstone of who we are, we highly respect your own beliefs. We will work with you from your own perspective because no client needs to hold to our beliefs to receive the best professional service we can provide.