Photo of Karilynn Burks, Pre-Licensed Professional in Ocala, FL
Karilynn Burks
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Ocala, FL 34470  (Online Only)
I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship and how it enables clients to find solutions, create ease, and feel grounded even amidst challenges.
Are you feeling anxious, lost, depressed, or confused? Do you struggle to find self-acceptance and joy within yourself? I am here to help. In session, I focus on creating a safe, accepting, collaborative, and warm environment to help my clients effectively overcome life's big obstacles. I am both compassionate and direct; I will lovingly support you and hold you accountable during the change process. I specialize in helping individuals with anxiety, poor self-image, body shame, mood instability, lack of focus, and depression find healing, fulfillment, and success.
I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship and how it enables clients to find solutions, create ease, and feel grounded even amidst challenges.
Are you feeling anxious, lost, depressed, or confused? Do you struggle to find self-acceptance and joy within yourself? I am here to help. In session, I focus on creating a safe, accepting, collaborative, and warm environment to help my clients effectively overcome life's big obstacles. I am both compassionate and direct; I will lovingly support you and hold you accountable during the change process. I specialize in helping individuals with anxiety, poor self-image, body shame, mood instability, lack of focus, and depression find healing, fulfillment, and success.
(352) 464-9787 View (352) 464-9787
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First StrideZ Counseling
Counselor, LMHC, QS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ocala, FL 34471
Erica Zeno, LMHC-QS and her team at First StrideZ Counseling are dedicated to providing a full spectrum of evidence-based, integrative psychological services in order to advance and promote the emotional, behavioral, and developmental well-being of young individuals, adults, couples and their families. Many complications arise throughout a life time let us assist you in walking through the fires. (depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, infant mental health 0-6, OCD, bipolar, EMDR, severe mental illness and more
Erica Zeno, LMHC-QS and her team at First StrideZ Counseling are dedicated to providing a full spectrum of evidence-based, integrative psychological services in order to advance and promote the emotional, behavioral, and developmental well-being of young individuals, adults, couples and their families. Many complications arise throughout a life time let us assist you in walking through the fires. (depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, infant mental health 0-6, OCD, bipolar, EMDR, severe mental illness and more
(352) 280-3832 View (352) 280-3832
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Mary Pirant
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, MCAP, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ocala, FL 34471  (Online Only)
I have more than 15 years of experience counseling and I truly enjoy helping adults, and couples on their recovery jounery. ( Recovery from life issues not just substance) I will listen with intent and assist in guiding you toward finding a solution to meet the desired goals.
I have more than 15 years of experience counseling and I truly enjoy helping adults, and couples on their recovery jounery. ( Recovery from life issues not just substance) I will listen with intent and assist in guiding you toward finding a solution to meet the desired goals.
(352) 496-9231 View (352) 496-9231
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Renewed Life Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, , MCAP, EMDR
Verified Verified
Ocala, FL 34470
Are you living with emotional pain or substance abuse? Are you having difficulty moving forward from past trauma? I specialize in Trauma, Emotional and Substance Abuse Therapy. You do not have to live in turmoil any longer. Through goal setting and Talk Therapy, we can work toward setting you free from emotional bondage. I work with individuals, families, couples, and adolescents. We can meet on location or virtually at your own pace.
Are you living with emotional pain or substance abuse? Are you having difficulty moving forward from past trauma? I specialize in Trauma, Emotional and Substance Abuse Therapy. You do not have to live in turmoil any longer. Through goal setting and Talk Therapy, we can work toward setting you free from emotional bondage. I work with individuals, families, couples, and adolescents. We can meet on location or virtually at your own pace.
(352) 280-3463 View (352) 280-3463
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Rick Stephan Neuropsychologist
Psychologist, PhD, MSCP
Verified Verified
Ocala, FL 34482
Want to feel better? We should talk. As a neuropsychologist, philosophical counselor, and psychopharmacologist, I'm uniquely qualified to partner with you to transform challenges into new, far-reaching pathways to the life you seek. A thriving life with peace, contentment, and joy. Just bring your desire for change and I'll support you with a blend of modern neuroscience, time-tested philosophical wisdom, and unconditional compassion, empathy, and care.
Want to feel better? We should talk. As a neuropsychologist, philosophical counselor, and psychopharmacologist, I'm uniquely qualified to partner with you to transform challenges into new, far-reaching pathways to the life you seek. A thriving life with peace, contentment, and joy. Just bring your desire for change and I'll support you with a blend of modern neuroscience, time-tested philosophical wisdom, and unconditional compassion, empathy, and care.
(561) 666-9884 View (561) 666-9884
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Carolynn White
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ocala, FL 34474  (Online Only)
It's for individuals, couples, and families who are open to transforming their relationships and lives through a non-judgmental, holistic, and systemic approach.
Seek holistic well-being, personal growth, and lasting change? As a Marriage and Family Therapist, my unique approach blends systems thinking, Zen Buddhism, and cybernetic wisdom. I believe in transformation through understanding interconnected systems. We shift from working against ourselves to working with ourselves, and from battling circumstances to embracing them.
It's for individuals, couples, and families who are open to transforming their relationships and lives through a non-judgmental, holistic, and systemic approach.
Seek holistic well-being, personal growth, and lasting change? As a Marriage and Family Therapist, my unique approach blends systems thinking, Zen Buddhism, and cybernetic wisdom. I believe in transformation through understanding interconnected systems. We shift from working against ourselves to working with ourselves, and from battling circumstances to embracing them.
(754) 701-2168 View (754) 701-2168
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Dr. Lauren Serdencuk
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, CAP, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ocala, FL 34470  (Online Only)
A majority of clients I work with struggle with anxiety, past trauma, depression, and relationship issues. Some goals that clients are usually exploring to achieve include gaining confidence, learning healthy coping skills, learning how to communicate with loved ones, and implementing boundaries. Our past can affect our future so exploring solutions to ongoing issues assists in the healing process. Clients may want/need to conquer obstacles that prohibit them from moving forward with their lives.
A majority of clients I work with struggle with anxiety, past trauma, depression, and relationship issues. Some goals that clients are usually exploring to achieve include gaining confidence, learning healthy coping skills, learning how to communicate with loved ones, and implementing boundaries. Our past can affect our future so exploring solutions to ongoing issues assists in the healing process. Clients may want/need to conquer obstacles that prohibit them from moving forward with their lives.
(954) 932-9380 View (954) 932-9380
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Cassandra D Harris-Towner
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ocala, FL 34471
Living locally in Ocala with my spouse, our blended family and many fur babies, I enjoy creating a strong therapeutic connection with my clients by utilizing humor, joy and unconditional positive regard to support them in their in everyday life.
As part of the team of the First StrideZ Counseling group in Ocala, FL, I have had the opportunity to work with, and support, both young people and their families. With a history in the field of Art Education and counseling, united with a deep of love of Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Brief Therapy, I endeavor to combine my passion with my skill to offer a deeper more meaningful connection for children and adults alike.
Living locally in Ocala with my spouse, our blended family and many fur babies, I enjoy creating a strong therapeutic connection with my clients by utilizing humor, joy and unconditional positive regard to support them in their in everyday life.
As part of the team of the First StrideZ Counseling group in Ocala, FL, I have had the opportunity to work with, and support, both young people and their families. With a history in the field of Art Education and counseling, united with a deep of love of Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Brief Therapy, I endeavor to combine my passion with my skill to offer a deeper more meaningful connection for children and adults alike.
(352) 290-2854 View (352) 290-2854
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Bailey Adams
Pre-Licensed Professional, M Ed, Ed S, RMHCI
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ocala, FL 34470
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoying working with adolescent and adult clients alike, primarily those experiencing relationship issues, childhood trauma, family systems difficulties, substance abuse and addiction, anxiety disorders, and struggles with everyday life in between these stressors or traumas. I most recently worked as a school-based therapist for a local community mental health agency with middle & high school students. I have found great satisfaction in helping relational units achieve successful communication and increase intimacy. Often times I am happy to work with individuals to reach these goals with others not in the counseling room.
I enjoying working with adolescent and adult clients alike, primarily those experiencing relationship issues, childhood trauma, family systems difficulties, substance abuse and addiction, anxiety disorders, and struggles with everyday life in between these stressors or traumas. I most recently worked as a school-based therapist for a local community mental health agency with middle & high school students. I have found great satisfaction in helping relational units achieve successful communication and increase intimacy. Often times I am happy to work with individuals to reach these goals with others not in the counseling room.
(352) 309-0605 View (352) 309-0605
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Ocala Consulting & Prevention
Counselor
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ocala, FL 34471
Ocala Consulting & Prevention provides a wide range of Outpatient Psychotherapy services to help individuals, couples and families identify and modify behaviors, learn communication skills, develop positive coping mechanisms, find support structures, and seek healthy outlets for expressing feelings.
Ocala Consulting & Prevention provides a wide range of Outpatient Psychotherapy services to help individuals, couples and families identify and modify behaviors, learn communication skills, develop positive coping mechanisms, find support structures, and seek healthy outlets for expressing feelings.
(352) 658-6575 View (352) 658-6575
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J D Gold
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Ocala, FL 34482
My practice is for adult individuals and couples.
My focus is on immediate, practical help to solve your problems. I do not require examination of old issues or searching for reasons "Why". As a clinical psychologist with over 45 years experience working in civilian, military, trauma management, addiction and medical settings, I appreciate and value your time. I offer single-session, short, intermediate and long-term psychotherapy. Together, we will address the emotional, social, professional, health and interpersonal difficulties you are facing. I am in the shopping center at intersection of N. US HWY 27 and NW 70TH AVE - 2 miles north of the World Equestrian Center.
My practice is for adult individuals and couples.
My focus is on immediate, practical help to solve your problems. I do not require examination of old issues or searching for reasons "Why". As a clinical psychologist with over 45 years experience working in civilian, military, trauma management, addiction and medical settings, I appreciate and value your time. I offer single-session, short, intermediate and long-term psychotherapy. Together, we will address the emotional, social, professional, health and interpersonal difficulties you are facing. I am in the shopping center at intersection of N. US HWY 27 and NW 70TH AVE - 2 miles north of the World Equestrian Center.
(352) 502-3525 View (352) 502-3525
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Arise Counseling and Therapy
Pastoral Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ocala, FL 34476
I use strength based and solution focused approaches to help clients understand and uncover the best part of themselves. An expert in Temperament Theory, I will help you identify needs that may have gone unmet for years and are causing disturbances in your life and relationships now. In a challenging and stressful world, many people are experiencing depression, anxiety (general and social), marital and other relationship conflicts, problems in raising children, getting along with co-workers, and adjusting to new life stages.
I use strength based and solution focused approaches to help clients understand and uncover the best part of themselves. An expert in Temperament Theory, I will help you identify needs that may have gone unmet for years and are causing disturbances in your life and relationships now. In a challenging and stressful world, many people are experiencing depression, anxiety (general and social), marital and other relationship conflicts, problems in raising children, getting along with co-workers, and adjusting to new life stages.
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Deborah E Cohen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CHT, MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ocala, FL 34481  (Online Only)
I specialize in treating anxiety and panic attacks, phobias, PTSD, eating disorders, trauma recovery, sexual abuse recovery, OCD, depression, and couples therapy, I offer therapy groups, including: (1) Self-Discovery: Transforming the Shadow Within (2) Groups for those struggling with leaving spiritual organizations or having left, due to maltreatment.
If you feel unfulfilled in your relationships and find loss and change difficult, and if you want to get to the source of the patterns and blocks keeping you stuck in worry, anxiety, emotional eating, lost sleep, and a lack of purpose, then I can help. I especially enjoy working with couples and individuals longing for a connection to their "soul's wisdom" so they can feel more balance, joy, and fulfillment. I am an integrative, holistic mind-body-spirit psychotherapist. I offer techniques that will help you tune into your deepest self, the part of you that has your best wisdom and answers for what you are seeking in your life.
I specialize in treating anxiety and panic attacks, phobias, PTSD, eating disorders, trauma recovery, sexual abuse recovery, OCD, depression, and couples therapy, I offer therapy groups, including: (1) Self-Discovery: Transforming the Shadow Within (2) Groups for those struggling with leaving spiritual organizations or having left, due to maltreatment.
If you feel unfulfilled in your relationships and find loss and change difficult, and if you want to get to the source of the patterns and blocks keeping you stuck in worry, anxiety, emotional eating, lost sleep, and a lack of purpose, then I can help. I especially enjoy working with couples and individuals longing for a connection to their "soul's wisdom" so they can feel more balance, joy, and fulfillment. I am an integrative, holistic mind-body-spirit psychotherapist. I offer techniques that will help you tune into your deepest self, the part of you that has your best wisdom and answers for what you are seeking in your life.
(916) 251-9983 View (916) 251-9983
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Desiree Reed
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Ocala, FL 34473
My experience is working with teenagers, adults, couples, and families.
There are times that we experience situations in life that may leave us in a state of shock, anger, shame, disbelief. At times, you may find yourself wishing to go back in time to reset the clock and rewrite the narratives that continue to feed the pain, sadness and anxiety. The fact that you made it this far is one step closer to your healing process and together we will break through any barriers that you may be facing. My goal is to help you discover your inner self and any conflict that you may battle. I will teach you necessary coping skills, so that you can practice successful, healthy habits and create a life of fulfillment.
My experience is working with teenagers, adults, couples, and families.
There are times that we experience situations in life that may leave us in a state of shock, anger, shame, disbelief. At times, you may find yourself wishing to go back in time to reset the clock and rewrite the narratives that continue to feed the pain, sadness and anxiety. The fact that you made it this far is one step closer to your healing process and together we will break through any barriers that you may be facing. My goal is to help you discover your inner self and any conflict that you may battle. I will teach you necessary coping skills, so that you can practice successful, healthy habits and create a life of fulfillment.
(352) 758-3412 View (352) 758-3412
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Michael David Clay
Counselor, CCMHC, LPCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Ocala, FL 34481  (Online Only)
Psychological Counselor with over 35 years of practice experience working with children, adolescents, and adults; individually, couples, and families; covering a broad variety of behavioral health concerns, ranging from depression and anxiety to substance use and chemical dependency.
Psychological Counselor with over 35 years of practice experience working with children, adolescents, and adults; individually, couples, and families; covering a broad variety of behavioral health concerns, ranging from depression and anxiety to substance use and chemical dependency.
(352) 329-3722 View (352) 329-3722
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Henry Esformes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ocala, FL 34481
Are you feeling stuck, telling yourself that you are going to change, but somehow ending up doing exactly what you promised yourself you wouldn’t do? Do you convince yourself that you are going to move forward and then find that anxiety, hopelessness, harsh self-judgments, or a bad temper take control and push you backwards? Do you find yourself in relationship patterns that leave you feeling cut off from those you long to be close too? If this sounds familiar, you don't have to face this alone. There are reasons you feel this way, and you can discover what those reasons are and how you can change to live a more fulfilling life.
Are you feeling stuck, telling yourself that you are going to change, but somehow ending up doing exactly what you promised yourself you wouldn’t do? Do you convince yourself that you are going to move forward and then find that anxiety, hopelessness, harsh self-judgments, or a bad temper take control and push you backwards? Do you find yourself in relationship patterns that leave you feeling cut off from those you long to be close too? If this sounds familiar, you don't have to face this alone. There are reasons you feel this way, and you can discover what those reasons are and how you can change to live a more fulfilling life.
(352) 414-0888 View (352) 414-0888
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Kim Nadler
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ocala, FL 34482
I have been working with families and couples for over 30 years. I am committed to helping couples improve their marital situation for the benefit of families. The most common complaints are about misunderstandings and inability to communicate effectively with one's partner.
I have been working with families and couples for over 30 years. I am committed to helping couples improve their marital situation for the benefit of families. The most common complaints are about misunderstandings and inability to communicate effectively with one's partner.
(720) 340-3767 View (720) 340-3767
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Latesha Lanier-Brown
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ocala, FL 34470
Hello and welcome! I'm a dedicated counselor with a passion for helping adolescents, teens, and young adults navigate the challenges and triumphs of life. I understand that these are transformative years, filled with growth, self-discovery, and sometimes, a few bumps along the way. I specialize in providing support for a range of concerns that often affect young individuals, including anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, life transitions, self-esteem challenges, and parent/child relationship concerns. My mission is to empower my clients to overcome these hurdles and embrace their full potential.
Hello and welcome! I'm a dedicated counselor with a passion for helping adolescents, teens, and young adults navigate the challenges and triumphs of life. I understand that these are transformative years, filled with growth, self-discovery, and sometimes, a few bumps along the way. I specialize in providing support for a range of concerns that often affect young individuals, including anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, life transitions, self-esteem challenges, and parent/child relationship concerns. My mission is to empower my clients to overcome these hurdles and embrace their full potential.
(352) 268-9554 View (352) 268-9554
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Intensive Crisis Relationship Retreats
Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC
Not Verified Not Verified
Ocala, FL 34482
As an Advanced Clinician in Imago Relationship Therapy I teach couples skills on connection and ways to relate to each other in healthy ways.
You may be suffering the pain and trauma of discovering your partner is in an affair; you have tried therapy before and felt it didn't help; you feel hopeless and don't know what to do. In my career I have had over 800 hours of training on these very specialized issues so my approach is intensive therapy whether it is a weekly session or my intensive crisis retreats with one couple at a time. CALL ME TODAY 407-619-3258.
As an Advanced Clinician in Imago Relationship Therapy I teach couples skills on connection and ways to relate to each other in healthy ways.
You may be suffering the pain and trauma of discovering your partner is in an affair; you have tried therapy before and felt it didn't help; you feel hopeless and don't know what to do. In my career I have had over 800 hours of training on these very specialized issues so my approach is intensive therapy whether it is a weekly session or my intensive crisis retreats with one couple at a time. CALL ME TODAY 407-619-3258.
(352) 619-4065 View (352) 619-4065
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Scotty Lusk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ocala, FL 34471
Couples counseling, personal life coaching, and helping people grow are areas where I enjoy working with people.
Choosing to seek counseling can be a big step. I want you to know that you will be supported, heard and encouraged as you work on the tools and skills to address the challenges you are facing. My participation as a non-biased guide is to assist you to experience love, cooperation, joy, and fulfillment in life. My aim is to help you evaluate and achieve healthy goals with real solutions and useful information that you can implement right away.
Couples counseling, personal life coaching, and helping people grow are areas where I enjoy working with people.
Choosing to seek counseling can be a big step. I want you to know that you will be supported, heard and encouraged as you work on the tools and skills to address the challenges you are facing. My participation as a non-biased guide is to assist you to experience love, cooperation, joy, and fulfillment in life. My aim is to help you evaluate and achieve healthy goals with real solutions and useful information that you can implement right away.
(352) 995-2313 View (352) 995-2313
Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.