Therapists in Jacksonville, FL

Bienvenido, tu proceso de sanacion emocional comienza aqui! Soy la doctora Fernandez, o puedes llamarme Laura. Soy una psicologa licensiada, duena y fundadora de Mindful Freedom Psychological Services. Corp; nombre derivado de mi pasion por ayudar a otros a poner limites y comunicarse efectivamente para lograr recuperar o ganar libertad emocional y personal. Si estas experimentando culpabilidad frequentemente, depresion, ansiedad, fatiga emocional, o te sientes vacio/a o que no estas realizado/a en tu vida mi mision es ayudar a identificar y mejorar esas barreras que nos mantienen atorados en relaciones toxicas y vidas vacias.

We have all struggled in life in some way! If you struggle with excessive worry, indecisiveness, overthinking, self-doubt, low self-esteem, you are not alone! Many people are trapped in fear which can show up as anxiety, lack of motivation, depression, reduced immunity, and illness. Fear can paralyze us from living a fulfilling life, achieving our goals and experiencing joy. If you are in the midst of a struggle, I want you to know that whatever it is you’re going through right now is not forever, and change is possible! Allow me to use my years of professional and lived experience to help you gain the skills to reach your goals!

Starting therapy can feel daunting. Will my therapist understand me? How can I trust this stranger with my most vulnerable thoughts and feelings? Will this really help my anxiety/relationship/emotions/etc.? Is it worth it? First, you are not alone in these thoughts. Deciding to seek therapy and finding a therapist are big steps towards change that can be challenging. Second, I am here to walk alongside you through this process at your own pace. I believe that every thought and behavior makes sense in context. Therefore, I collaborate with you to explore and understand your personal context so we can successfully facilitate change.

Are you looking for a therapist who can connect with you and understand your language and way of thinking? Are you a millennial or young adult looking for immediate emotional relief, feeling overwhelmed or stuck? Are you tired of searching the internet and diagnosing yourself? Is your child or teen overly sad, angry, worried or fearful? Is negative thinking impacting their everyday decisions? Does your child or teen have low self-esteem or poor social skills? Are you having a hard time becoming pregnant or are you recovering from a difficult postpartum? Do you need more self-care in your daily routine? Are you not happy at school, college or home? We can help you regain happiness and confidence. All you need is a little hope, validation and some dedication. Our therapy clients love that they can relate to us, that we specialize in what they are feeling and give them easy to use solutions. Most of our clients are in therapy about 3 to 6 months, saving them time and money. What are you waiting for? Give us a call today.

I am a licensed mental health counselor with seven years of clinical experience. I have helped individuals and minors work through trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, divorce care, adjustment concerns, career changes, and many other challenges. Some treatment methods I have used are Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Relational, Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Expressive Arts, and Motivational Interviewing. I believe that together we can identify what you need to live a more fulfilled life.

Finding the right therapist can feel daunting. Welcome to taking the first step toward bettering your mental health. Whether you're struggling with feelings of anxiety, overwhelm, depression, or something in between, acknowledging these feelings and asking for help is courageous. Navigating life transitions, relationships, grief, and everything else life throws at us is not easy. However, the therapeutic process can serve as the anchor you need to better understand the narrative you've created about yourself based on past experiences and trauma.

Helping Individuals, Couples + Families Feel Safe, Less Stress, Energized + Live their Best Life - Welcome to Serene Mind Counseling, where we are dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families thrive in their lives and relationships. If you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or stuck, you've come to the right place. Our compassionate team of therapists and coaches in Tampa and Jacksonville is here to support you on your journey towards greater well-being, fulfillment, and happiness.

The journey of becoming a mom, dad, or parent can change us - in the best ways and also in some challenging ways. Anxiety, mom rage, overstimulation, relationship issues, birth trauma, and postpartum depression can make it hard to find joy sometimes, especially when you don't feel quite like yourself these days. You love your baby but want things to be different. You want things to be better so you can be the parent you'd always hoped you'd be. I've got you.

At Planned Parenthood of South, East and North Florida, we know that seeking mental health care is a vital choice that empowers you to prioritize your emotional well-being. Whether you're navigating daily stressors, coping with anxiety or depression, need help healing from trauma, or are simply seeking guidance to improve your overall mental well-being, our compassionate and experienced team is here to support you!

I offer individual, couples, and family counseling. My approach is determined by your needs. After the initial intake session I create a plan to reach the goals you have set during the initial session. In the follow-up session we discuss the plan, and get started on the road to reaching those goals.

I am accepting new clients! I am a down to earth therapist, who wants to help you during this time in your life. I am an EMDR Certified Therapist and can treat symptoms such as depression, anxiety, OCD, history of abuse, managing stress, and effects of trauma. If this is your first time ever going through therapy I want to ensure that your are comfortable and feeling safe while we go through this together. You are not alone, and I would love to work with you!

Motherhood can be a paradoxical experience – moments of fulfillment, contentment, accompanied by lack of sleep, fear, guilt and many, many questions. Societal messages about “how a good mother should be”, mixed with transgenerational expectations and rules, idealizations, feelings of loss, self-doubt and disbelief can make you feel overwhelmed and question: “Who am I now that I have this baby?”, “Will I be a good-enough mother?”, “Will I ever be able to sleep well again?”, “What about my sexual life?”, “How can I reconcile being a partner, mother and professional”?, “Why do I feel so depressed/ sad/ anxious?”