Therapists in Tallahassee, FL
Claira Ford
LPC, LMHC, RPT™
Verified Verified
Tallahassee, FL 32301
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Florida) and Licensed Professional Counselor (DC and Virginia). I provide individual therapy to children, teens, and adults managing concerns with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship struggles, school issues, and trauma. I use both talk and expressive therapies. I am a registered play therapist and at times use expressive approaches (play therapy, sand tray, art) to help clients communicate and process their needs and challenges.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Florida) and Licensed Professional Counselor (DC and Virginia). I provide individual therapy to children, teens, and adults managing concerns with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship struggles, school issues, and trauma. I use both talk and expressive therapies. I am a registered play therapist and at times use expressive approaches (play therapy, sand tray, art) to help clients communicate and process their needs and challenges.
Keonia Abrams
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd, RMHCI
Verified Verified
Tallahassee, FL 32303
"Everything gets greater later!" My name is Keonia, I am a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern who will help you through those tough times of feeling unheard, sad and alone. You may be experiencing something in your life at this current moment and feel as though you can't catch a break. You may need someone to talk to so that you feel heard and someone that can empathize with you. Sometimes we feel like our back is against the wall and we have no one but ourselves. We will unpack those feelings you struggle with on a daily basis to help you to live a happy healthy life.
"Everything gets greater later!" My name is Keonia, I am a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern who will help you through those tough times of feeling unheard, sad and alone. You may be experiencing something in your life at this current moment and feel as though you can't catch a break. You may need someone to talk to so that you feel heard and someone that can empathize with you. Sometimes we feel like our back is against the wall and we have no one but ourselves. We will unpack those feelings you struggle with on a daily basis to help you to live a happy healthy life.
Marty Swanbrow Becker
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Tallahassee, FL 32309 (Online Only)
I focus on helping adolescents, college students, adults, couples, and families discover ways to cope with the problems they face. I believe we all have answers to our problems within us, but may need help in seeing a way through difficult times. I bring a range of approaches to our work together and tailor the treatment to your needs. I strive to provide a safe space for you to explore and be yourself. I have particular experience with treating anxiety, transition stressors, relationships, and depression, while promoting self-discovery. My goal is to help you lead a fulfilling life.
I focus on helping adolescents, college students, adults, couples, and families discover ways to cope with the problems they face. I believe we all have answers to our problems within us, but may need help in seeing a way through difficult times. I bring a range of approaches to our work together and tailor the treatment to your needs. I strive to provide a safe space for you to explore and be yourself. I have particular experience with treating anxiety, transition stressors, relationships, and depression, while promoting self-discovery. My goal is to help you lead a fulfilling life.
Courtney Willoughby
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tallahassee, FL 32308
Waitlist for new clients
I focus in session on every angle of life and how it may be impacting your mental health. From daily healthy habits to our purpose in life, it shapes how we feel. My goal is to get you from surviving to thriving. With this in mind I find I work best with adolescents to young adults as they transition through a big change into independence but have helped many gain control in their lives from age 10-70.
I focus in session on every angle of life and how it may be impacting your mental health. From daily healthy habits to our purpose in life, it shapes how we feel. My goal is to get you from surviving to thriving. With this in mind I find I work best with adolescents to young adults as they transition through a big change into independence but have helped many gain control in their lives from age 10-70.
Sarah Farmer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tallahassee, FL 32308
I believe in a strength based approach which means every client has a natural strength that can be used to improve upon any situation. My goal is to help clients identify and utilize the skills they already possess. Therapy approaches I often use to achieve this goal are EMDR, CBT, motivational interviewing, etc. I enjoy working with clients who are seeking to process through trauma. We have all experienced it at least once in our lives, and I love working with clients seeking to process and overcome these experiences. I practice a judgement free environment and enjoy learning as much from my clients as they learn from me.
I believe in a strength based approach which means every client has a natural strength that can be used to improve upon any situation. My goal is to help clients identify and utilize the skills they already possess. Therapy approaches I often use to achieve this goal are EMDR, CBT, motivational interviewing, etc. I enjoy working with clients who are seeking to process through trauma. We have all experienced it at least once in our lives, and I love working with clients seeking to process and overcome these experiences. I practice a judgement free environment and enjoy learning as much from my clients as they learn from me.
Dania Tawfiq
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, EdS, RMHCI
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Tallahassee, FL 32308
I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families. I believe that every person has the capacity to thrive, and I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space where individuals and relationships can flourish. Together, we will collaborate to gain insights, develop coping strategies, and foster a deeper understanding of yourself. Whether you are facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or navigating life transitions, I am here to support you in achieving your goals and empowering you to live a fulfilling and meaningful life.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families. I believe that every person has the capacity to thrive, and I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space where individuals and relationships can flourish. Together, we will collaborate to gain insights, develop coping strategies, and foster a deeper understanding of yourself. Whether you are facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or navigating life transitions, I am here to support you in achieving your goals and empowering you to live a fulfilling and meaningful life.
Mallorie Potaznick
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tallahassee, FL 32312
On the outside it looks like you have it all together, but inside you're engaged in a constant struggle for control. Your anxiety, OCD, and/or eating disorder has taken over your life. You find yourself in a constant loop of feeling worried, nervous, stressed and at times not good enough, thin enough, or smart enough. You’re stuck and unable to find the relief that you crave, so you try temporary fixes. Sometimes you disconnect and avoid people and your responsibilities, sometimes you binge, sometimes you purge, and sometimes you try to use anything that will distract your mind. You find, however, that your mind just wont turn off.
On the outside it looks like you have it all together, but inside you're engaged in a constant struggle for control. Your anxiety, OCD, and/or eating disorder has taken over your life. You find yourself in a constant loop of feeling worried, nervous, stressed and at times not good enough, thin enough, or smart enough. You’re stuck and unable to find the relief that you crave, so you try temporary fixes. Sometimes you disconnect and avoid people and your responsibilities, sometimes you binge, sometimes you purge, and sometimes you try to use anything that will distract your mind. You find, however, that your mind just wont turn off.
Terance E Keenan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MPA
Verified Verified
Tallahassee, FL 32303
Gulf Wind Counseling was founded with a vision of providing high-quality psychotherapy to children, adolescents and adults regardless of socio-economic background. We develop treatment strategies based on the specific needs of clients using evidence-based therapy modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Structural Family Therapy and Internal Family Systems Therapy. Typical challenges we can help with include depression, anxiety, anger, opposition, defiance, family conflict, couples conflict, school refusal, blended families, manic behavior, grief, trauma and substance misuse.
Gulf Wind Counseling was founded with a vision of providing high-quality psychotherapy to children, adolescents and adults regardless of socio-economic background. We develop treatment strategies based on the specific needs of clients using evidence-based therapy modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Structural Family Therapy and Internal Family Systems Therapy. Typical challenges we can help with include depression, anxiety, anger, opposition, defiance, family conflict, couples conflict, school refusal, blended families, manic behavior, grief, trauma and substance misuse.
Counseling Consulting, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC EAP, LMHC, LISAC, SAP CAP, IC&RC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tallahassee, FL 32301
Life can be extremely difficult to navigate at times, especially when going through major life transitions. I work with adults and adolescents experiencing family conflict, depression, anxiety, stress-related issues, Grief and Loss, communication challenges, self-esteem issues. I am equipped with techniques that promote both verbal and non-verbal expressions in a therapeutic manner rather than stigmatizing. As a Substance Abuse Profesionnal (SAP) evaluate employees who have violated DOT drug and alcohol regulation and make recommendations education, treatment , continuing care, referrals for treatment, and follow-up testing.
Life can be extremely difficult to navigate at times, especially when going through major life transitions. I work with adults and adolescents experiencing family conflict, depression, anxiety, stress-related issues, Grief and Loss, communication challenges, self-esteem issues. I am equipped with techniques that promote both verbal and non-verbal expressions in a therapeutic manner rather than stigmatizing. As a Substance Abuse Profesionnal (SAP) evaluate employees who have violated DOT drug and alcohol regulation and make recommendations education, treatment , continuing care, referrals for treatment, and follow-up testing.
Lucille H Byno
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CFLE
Verified Verified
Tallahassee, FL 32308
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I help individuals, couples, and families explore and solve problems using evidenced-based therapy models, combined with breathing and yoga techniques for those interested in incorporating mind-body techniques. Together we can work toward reaching your goals and the vision of the life you want for yourself. People, just like you and your family, have experienced increased wellness by attending therapy. If you are looking for help in finding your path to healing and wholeness, please call (603-913-7948) or email me drlucybyno@gmail.com for a consultation today.
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I help individuals, couples, and families explore and solve problems using evidenced-based therapy models, combined with breathing and yoga techniques for those interested in incorporating mind-body techniques. Together we can work toward reaching your goals and the vision of the life you want for yourself. People, just like you and your family, have experienced increased wellness by attending therapy. If you are looking for help in finding your path to healing and wholeness, please call (603-913-7948) or email me drlucybyno@gmail.com for a consultation today.
Lauren Taylor Tullos
Pre-Licensed Professional, RCSWI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tallahassee, FL 32312
I am passionate about helping clients grow in personal strength and creating self-confidence that allows you to feel higher levels of peace when navigating the difficulties of daily life as well as when processing previous trauma. I have experience in ABA, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), DBT, art therapy, and a variety of other therapies based on need.
I am passionate about helping clients grow in personal strength and creating self-confidence that allows you to feel higher levels of peace when navigating the difficulties of daily life as well as when processing previous trauma. I have experience in ABA, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), DBT, art therapy, and a variety of other therapies based on need.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tallahassee, FL 32301 (Online Only)
I became a Marriage and Family Therapist because I enjoy processing with individuals and listening to personal journeys to find a resolution. I was a High School performance art major and find this skill set benefical in providing supports through visual cues using various therapeutic approaches and modalities. I specialize in working with children and families in child welfare. I enjoy working with young children and teens as these are challenging developmental years, trauma and distress from systemic and familial patterns of behaviors, coupled with low parenting, coping, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
I became a Marriage and Family Therapist because I enjoy processing with individuals and listening to personal journeys to find a resolution. I was a High School performance art major and find this skill set benefical in providing supports through visual cues using various therapeutic approaches and modalities. I specialize in working with children and families in child welfare. I enjoy working with young children and teens as these are challenging developmental years, trauma and distress from systemic and familial patterns of behaviors, coupled with low parenting, coping, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Deborah Michelle Trosten
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tallahassee, FL 32301
My mission over the last 26 years and in developing and opening Comprehensive Counseling Services, LLC is to be able to provide counseling in a way that will reach as many individuals in need. My fundamental view is, “Counseling ought to fit into people’s lives, not interfere.” “Counseling ought to be available to all regardless of any and all emotional & mental health needs.” If you have been turned away before due to your specific needs, including; mental health needs and/or circumstance, the appointment times that just don’t fit your schedule or due to financial concerns, you have my promise that, I will "NOT TURN YOU AWAY".
My mission over the last 26 years and in developing and opening Comprehensive Counseling Services, LLC is to be able to provide counseling in a way that will reach as many individuals in need. My fundamental view is, “Counseling ought to fit into people’s lives, not interfere.” “Counseling ought to be available to all regardless of any and all emotional & mental health needs.” If you have been turned away before due to your specific needs, including; mental health needs and/or circumstance, the appointment times that just don’t fit your schedule or due to financial concerns, you have my promise that, I will "NOT TURN YOU AWAY".
Lynette Moriak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tallahassee, FL 32304 (Online Only)
We are the product of all of our collective experiences - the great, the difficult, and the parts of ourselves we like to shy away from. All of our experiences, especially those during our developmental years, shape our sense of self, the lens in which we view the world, and our place in it. My practice is rooted in social work principles and aspects of positive psychology to help guide you on the healing of the entire individual. I am currently accepting clients for night/weekend sessions.
We are the product of all of our collective experiences - the great, the difficult, and the parts of ourselves we like to shy away from. All of our experiences, especially those during our developmental years, shape our sense of self, the lens in which we view the world, and our place in it. My practice is rooted in social work principles and aspects of positive psychology to help guide you on the healing of the entire individual. I am currently accepting clients for night/weekend sessions.
Natalie Reeder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tallahassee, FL 32303 (Online Only)
If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed, I believe there is hope for you to feel better by learning strategies to cope with these difficult feelings. I will work with you to help you understand yourself better and to learn tools you can use to make positive changes in your life and relationships. I offer a non-judgmental, objective and confidential environment to explore thoughts and feelings and uncover patterns that may be preventing you from being where you want to be in your life. I enjoy working with all populations, focusing on a variety of issues including relationship/family issues, anxiety, depression, trauma.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed, I believe there is hope for you to feel better by learning strategies to cope with these difficult feelings. I will work with you to help you understand yourself better and to learn tools you can use to make positive changes in your life and relationships. I offer a non-judgmental, objective and confidential environment to explore thoughts and feelings and uncover patterns that may be preventing you from being where you want to be in your life. I enjoy working with all populations, focusing on a variety of issues including relationship/family issues, anxiety, depression, trauma.
Becca Miller
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tallahassee, FL 32306 (Online Only)
I see myself as a whimsical soul, radiating warmth and empathy, with a gift for attentive listening. I love to hold space for clients to be their true selves in a nonjudgemental environment, nurturing journeys of growth and restoration. My therapy style is psychodynamic, relational-culturally sensitive, emotion focused therapy built around unconditional positive regard. We will work together to explore the depths of your emotions and thoughts. If you feel like you're stuck in a dark hole or a rut, I'd love to talk to you about it!
I see myself as a whimsical soul, radiating warmth and empathy, with a gift for attentive listening. I love to hold space for clients to be their true selves in a nonjudgemental environment, nurturing journeys of growth and restoration. My therapy style is psychodynamic, relational-culturally sensitive, emotion focused therapy built around unconditional positive regard. We will work together to explore the depths of your emotions and thoughts. If you feel like you're stuck in a dark hole or a rut, I'd love to talk to you about it!
Sha Tarra Coles
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tallahassee, FL 32301
Victoria Wilder
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tallahassee, FL 32301
Life comes with challenges and changes that can be complex to navigate. My passion is empowering clients to navigate these challenges through warm, empathetic care in a safe environment. By working alongside clients and viewing them holistically, I believe it is possible to help them enact real change and personal growth.
Life comes with challenges and changes that can be complex to navigate. My passion is empowering clients to navigate these challenges through warm, empathetic care in a safe environment. By working alongside clients and viewing them holistically, I believe it is possible to help them enact real change and personal growth.
Mosaic Creative Counseling
Counselor, LMHC, ATR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tallahassee, FL 32308
There are times in life when it feels like things are simply falling apart. Trauma and life stressors can leave us feeling alone and shattered, but trying to pick up the pieces can be overwhelming. Do you have experiences that you've tried to talk through but nothing helps or maybe the past is too difficult to speak out loud. Have you lost touch with parts of yourself that are creative, joyful and confident? Whether you just experienced a traumatic event or are recovering from years of stress, there is hope and the possibility for change! Mosaic Creative Counseling helps create something beautiful out of these broken pieces.
There are times in life when it feels like things are simply falling apart. Trauma and life stressors can leave us feeling alone and shattered, but trying to pick up the pieces can be overwhelming. Do you have experiences that you've tried to talk through but nothing helps or maybe the past is too difficult to speak out loud. Have you lost touch with parts of yourself that are creative, joyful and confident? Whether you just experienced a traumatic event or are recovering from years of stress, there is hope and the possibility for change! Mosaic Creative Counseling helps create something beautiful out of these broken pieces.
Michelle Mercado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tallahassee, FL 32301 (Online Only)
My treatment approach is open, genuine, and compassionate so you can feel comfortable exploring difficult issues. I have experience working with individuals of all ages, couples, and families, helping them find their strengths and abilities so they can live a fulfilling life.
My treatment approach is open, genuine, and compassionate so you can feel comfortable exploring difficult issues. I have experience working with individuals of all ages, couples, and families, helping them find their strengths and abilities so they can live a fulfilling life.
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.