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KELVIN MURRY
I have over 21 years of professional experience in the healthcare field. My background includes roles as a pharmacy tech, EMT, Cor... More
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Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
PMHNP
Male
I have over 21 years of professional experience in the healthcare field. My background includes roles as a pharmacy tech, EMT, Corpsman with the USMC, trauma instructor, ICU n... More
Who might be a good fit for Kelvin?
Kelvin Murry may be well-suited to individuals who value a compassionate, evidence-based approach in managing mood and anxiety disorders. His background in psychiatric nursing and focus on thoughtful listening and the latest therapeutic methods support clients facing challenges such as depression, trauma, and transgender-related concerns. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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Scott Wetherhold
I work with those dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, coping, and existential/quality-of-life concerns. I offer solutions an... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMHC
Male
I work with those dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, coping, and existential/quality-of-life concerns. I offer solutions and hope for restoring joy and resolving these ... More
Gainesville, FL
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Elizabeth Davis
"I’m pretty satisfied overall with Elizabeth’s treatment. Friendly easy going woman just my style. happy to have found her =)... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
"I’m pretty satisfied overall with Elizabeth’s treatment. Friendly easy going woman just my style. happy to have found her =)" -Shawn P. from FLBeth Davis is a co... More
Who might be a good fit for Elizabeth?
Those managing concerns related to depression, anxiety, or trauma may appreciate the methods Elizabeth Davis incorporates into her practice. Her approach blends medication management with supportive, mindfulness-based, and cognitive behavioral strategies in a compassionate, collaborative environment that emphasizes self-care and shared decision-making. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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Lisa McCoy
Very nice, explained everything, asked appropriate questions. Very satisfied " -Lynda W. from MO"Lisa McCoy is a highly e... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Very nice, explained everything, asked appropriate questions. Very satisfied " -Lynda W. from MO"Lisa McCoy is a highly experienced and double board-certified Psychia... More
Who might be a good fit for Lisa?
Lisa McCoy may support individuals who want to explore holistic mental health care through a medication management and therapy-informed lens. Her approach integrates comprehensive evaluation with supportive therapy, addressing both emotional and physical aspects to assist adults managing conditions like anxiety, depression, and ADHD. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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ALICIA ALLEN
I’m Alicia Allen, a dual-certified Adult-Gerontology and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I understand h... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
PMHNP
Female
I’m Alicia Allen, a dual-certified Adult-Gerontology and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). I understand how overwhelming it can feel to navigate menta... More
Who might be a good fit for Alicia?
Alicia Allen offers an approach that may suit individuals focusing on managing anxiety, depression, or navigating major life transitions. She integrates both therapeutic support and psychiatric care to address emotional and physiological needs in a collaborative, compassionate environment. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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Elmer Diaz
Elmer Diaz, LICSW, is an experienced Independent Clinical Social Worker who earned his Master of Social Work from The Catholic Uni... More
Therapist
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Male
Elmer Diaz, LICSW, is an experienced Independent Clinical Social Worker who earned his Master of Social Work from The Catholic University of America in 2017. Driven by a deep ... More
Who might be a good fit for Elmer?
Elmer Diaz may support individuals who want to explore resilience and personal growth through a strength-based and trauma-informed lens. He creates a compassionate space that encourages clients to build coping skills and communication strategies while fostering healing across diverse life challenges such as anxiety, depression, and addiction. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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CHARLENE MAHAN
Hi there, I am a license mental health counselor licensed in Florida, Georgia, New York and DC. I obtained my degree from Troy Uni... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMHC|LPC
Female
Hi there, I am a license mental health counselor licensed in Florida, Georgia, New York and DC. I obtained my degree from Troy University in Orlando, Florida. I have 15 years ... More
Who might be a good fit for Charlene?
Charlene Mahan may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for managing anxiety, anger, or career transitions. She integrates cognitive behavioral and solution-focused approaches that can support teens, adults, and older adults in building practical skills to navigate emotional challenges and life changes. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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Rebecca Shaughnessy
Rebecca is a licensed counselor in Alabama, Kentucky, North Carolina, and Virginia with telehealth privileges in Florida, South Ca... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Rebecca is a licensed counselor in Alabama, Kentucky, North Carolina, and Virginia with telehealth privileges in Florida, South Carolina, and Vermont. She is a National Certif... More
Who might be a good fit for Rebecca?
Rebecca Shaughnessy may align well with adults who are working through issues such as anxiety, mood disorders, or life transitions. She integrates a client-centered approach with a focus on the mind/body connection, offering a supportive space to explore personal strengths and promote overall wellness. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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Melissa Pickett
Melissa Pickett, LPCC is a licensed professional clinical counselor, highly skilled in the areas of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder,... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Melissa Pickett, LPCC is a licensed professional clinical counselor, highly skilled in the areas of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Anxiety, Depression and Trauma. She has 9 ye... More
Who might be a good fit for Melissa?
Individuals focused on improving coping skills while managing anxiety or trauma may find support in Melissa Pickett’s work. She integrates evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Exposure Response Prevention to create a safe, understanding space where clients can explore their emotions and build practical strategies for growth. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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Michael Starr
Michael Starr, LICSW, is a licensed independent clinical social worker with more than a decade of experience supporting children, ... More
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Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Male
Michael Starr, LICSW, is a licensed independent clinical social worker with more than a decade of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults. He specializes in tr... More
Who might be a good fit for Michael?
Clients seeking structured support for anxiety, trauma, or substance use might consider working with Michael Starr. His collaborative and client-centered approach combines evidence-based therapies like CBT and mindfulness, with a focus on resilience and authenticity, often supporting veterans and individuals facing life transitions. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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Marjay Randall
Marjay began her healthcare journey in 2004 as a nurse after graduating from the University of Miami with a Bachelor's degree in N... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Marjay began her healthcare journey in 2004 as a nurse after graduating from the University of Miami with a Bachelor's degree in Nursing. Driven by a passion for holistic pati... More
Who might be a good fit for Marjay?
Individuals managing concerns such as anxiety, depression, or addiction may appreciate the comprehensive and empathetic approach used by Marjay Randall. Her background in nursing and psychiatry, combined with mindfulness and strength-based techniques, supports holistic care tailored to the unique needs of adults across various life stages. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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HAWLEY CAMPBELL
Hello! I’m Hawley, and I help people move from feeling scattered and overwhelmed to living with focus, calm, and control. With o... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
PMHNP
Female
Hello! I’m Hawley, and I help people move from feeling scattered and overwhelmed to living with focus, calm, and control. With over 25 years of experience across Women’s H... More
Who might be a good fit for Hawley?
Hawley Campbell may support individuals who want to explore managing mood disorders and anxiety through a cognitive behavioral therapy-informed lens. Her background in women’s health and perinatal psychiatry, combined with a focus on telehealth medication management, offers a comprehensive approach for those seeking balance and greater control in their mental wellness journey. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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SHAKEEVA NTI
Hello Lovelies, I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist in South Florida. I obtained my master’s in marriage and family the... More
Therapist
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LMFT
Female
Hello Lovelies, I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist in South Florida. I obtained my master’s in marriage and family therapy at Nova Southeastern University. I am pa... More
Who might be a good fit for Shakeeva?
Individuals focused on improving self-esteem while managing anxiety or relationship challenges may find support in Shakeeva Nti’s work. She integrates approaches like the Gottman method to help clients navigate family dynamics and personal growth during times of transition. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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JESHONDA DENNIS
Hi! I’m Jeshonda, a licensed clinical social worker. My private practice is Atonement Counseling LLC. I have over 6 years of exp... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LCSW|LCSW-C
Female
Hi! I’m Jeshonda, a licensed clinical social worker. My private practice is Atonement Counseling LLC. I have over 6 years of experience working with adult clients. I help cl... More
Who might be a good fit for Jeshonda?
Jeshonda Dennis may be well-suited to individuals who value a compassionate, faith-informed approach in managing depression, anxiety, and trauma. Her blend of Christian counseling with evidence-based methods like CBT and mindfulness supports clients seeking healing and personal growth through both emotional and spiritual exploration. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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DEENA TERRELL
I am a licensed clinician who provides a comprehensive range of mental health services, encompassing both traditional and innovati... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LICSW|LCSW|LCSW-C
Female
I am a licensed clinician who provides a comprehensive range of mental health services, encompassing both traditional and innovative approaches. I am licensed to practice in C... More
Who might be a good fit for Deena?
Clients working through life transitions and looking for Christian counseling support might engage well with Deena Terrell’s approach. Her integration of evidence-based methods like CBT and DBT with a faith-informed perspective can offer meaningful guidance, especially for older adults managing trauma, chronic illness, or women’s mental health concerns. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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Erik Frost
"Love checking in with Dr. Frost. He always makes me feel safe and heard. " -Marli K. from FLDr. Frost is a board-certifie... More
Psychiatrist
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Male
"Love checking in with Dr. Frost. He always makes me feel safe and heard. " -Marli K. from FLDr. Frost is a board-certified adult psychiatrist with over 10 years of ex... More
Who might be a good fit for Erik?
Erik Frost may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for managing anxiety, depression, or ADHD. His collaborative approach emphasizes patient autonomy and integrates evidence-based methods like cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to support adults through various life stages. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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Kidd Colt
Dr. Kidd Colt,; Ed.D; LCPC , LMHC is a licensed clinical professional counselor in Maryland and Florida. He provides psychotherapy... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMHC
Male
Dr. Kidd Colt,; Ed.D; LCPC , LMHC is a licensed clinical professional counselor in Maryland and Florida. He provides psychotherapy to individuals. Dr. Colt earned his (Ed.,D) ... More
Who might be a good fit for Kidd?
Kidd Colt may be a good match for people navigating mood disorders, ADHD, or stress who prefer a solution-focused and empathetic therapeutic framework. He offers a warm, flexible approach that integrates cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness-based techniques to support adults and families working through life transitions and related challenges. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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CIRCE DUNWOODY
My name is Circe Dunwoody. I am a license psychotherapist. In my psychotherapy practice I help couples and individuals to overco... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LCSW|LCSW-C
Female
My name is Circe Dunwoody. I am a license psychotherapist. In my psychotherapy practice I help couples and individuals to overcome life difficulties by using cognitive behav... More
Who might be a good fit for Circe?
Circe Dunwoody may be a good match for people navigating feelings of overwhelm, low self-esteem, or relationship stress who prefer a cognitive-behavioral framework. She works with individuals and couples seeking practical strategies to manage anxiety, depression, and life transitions within a supportive and confidential setting. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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Catherine Purser
Dr. Catherine Purser is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals through l... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Dr. Catherine Purser is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s challenges. She specializes in treati... More
Who might be a good fit for Catherine?
Catherine Purser may align well with adults who are working through issues such as anxiety, depression, or family conflict. Her experience across diverse clinical settings and use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy offers a structured approach that can support older adults and individuals facing complex mental health challenges. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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JONNI KITCHELL
Hello there. I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist in both Florida and Indiana. I have 10 years of experience in both inpatient and o... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LCSW-C|LCSW
Female
Hello there. I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist in both Florida and Indiana. I have 10 years of experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I think of therapy as an ... More
Who might be a good fit for Jonni?
Jonni Kitchell may work particularly well with those looking to build skills around coping and emotional regulation. She emphasizes a collaborative approach that values your insights alongside evidence-based techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to support progress on your personal goals. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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Mental Health Services in Gainesville, Florida

A vibrant city known for its rich cultural diversity and the University of Florida, Gainesville is home to over 130,000 residents. Its bustling student population, blend of urban and suburban lifestyles, and proximity to natural wonders like Payne's Prairie make it unique.

Key Mental-Health Concerns for Gainesville Residents

Common mental health concerns in Gainesville include depression, anxiety, and substance abuse, mirroring Florida's overall trends. The CDC reports that Florida has a higher percentage of adults with mental health conditions than the national average.

Access to Care & Providers in Gainesville

Gainesville offers a variety of public and private mental health services, with crisis lines such as the Alachua County Crisis Center providing round-the-clock support. Local initiatives like the Gainesville Peer Respite promote community-based care.

Therapies & Specialties

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) are widely available in Gainesville.
  • Several providers offer Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and trauma-focused care.
  • Unique local offerings include e-therapy, bilingual care, and dedicated veteran support programs.

Local Policies & Stressors

While Gainesville provides a vibrant cultural scene, residents also face stressors like high cost of living, academic pressures from the large student population, and the seasonal impact of hurricanes.

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If you're seeking help, remember, you're not alone. Start your journey towards better mental health today. Find a licensed therapist in Gainesville, Florida.