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Saudia Mohammed
Saudia is an experienced clinician in the field with a PhD in psychology. She has worked in both the mental health and substance a... More
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LMHC
Female
Saudia is an experienced clinician in the field with a PhD in psychology. She has worked in both the mental health and substance abuse fields over the last 10 years. She has a... More
Gainesville, FL
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Carrie Nelson
Carrie Nelson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master of Social Work from Stony Brook University (SUNY), earned ... More
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Female
Carrie Nelson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master of Social Work from Stony Brook University (SUNY), earned in 2018. She specializes in supporting adults... More
Gainesville, FL
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LATONYA THOMAS
My name is LaTonya Thomas and I am a license clinical social worker. I have been in the mental health field for over 14 years and... More
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LCSW|LICSW|LCSW-C
Female
My name is LaTonya Thomas and I am a license clinical social worker. I have been in the mental health field for over 14 years and has worked with clients with anxiety, depres... More
Gainesville, FL
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JEANJEFFREY MARCELLUS
I am Jean-Jeffrey Marcellus, DNP, PMHNP-BC, AGNP-BC, a Doctoral prepared Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health & Adult Nurse... More
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PMHNP
Male
I am Jean-Jeffrey Marcellus, DNP, PMHNP-BC, AGNP-BC, a Doctoral prepared Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health & Adult Nurse Practitioner who has over 10 years of experi... More
Gainesville, FL
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Ryann Diaz
Welcome! I specialize in creating a safe, affirming space for individuals within the LGBTQ+ communities, where I have lived experi... More
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LCSW
Female
Welcome! I specialize in creating a safe, affirming space for individuals within the LGBTQ+ communities, where I have lived experience, and individuals navigating chronic illn... More
Gainesville, FL
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Richelle Smallwood
I am a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a solid foundation in social work, complemented by exten... More
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LCSW
Female
I am a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a solid foundation in social work, complemented by extensive education and over 11 years of professio... More
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
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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
Gainesville, FL
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Thanh Nguyen
Thanh Nguyen is a Nurse Practitioner who has been providing mental health services to adult patients with depression and anxiety f... More
Nurse Practitioner
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Male
Thanh Nguyen is a Nurse Practitioner who has been providing mental health services to adult patients with depression and anxiety for two years. He enjoys meeting new people a... More
Gainesville, FL
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Seqouia Pettigrew
Seqouia Pettigrew, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor known for her warm, grounded, and trauma-informed approach to care. S... More
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Female
Seqouia Pettigrew, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor known for her warm, grounded, and trauma-informed approach to care. She specializes in supporting adults navigatin... More
Gainesville, FL
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Brandie Smalley
Brandie Smalley is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been providing psychiatric medication ma... More
Nurse Practitioner
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Female
Brandie Smalley is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been providing psychiatric medication management services to adult patients with depr... More
Gainesville, FL
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SHAQUITIA JONES
Devoted to your mental well-being, I bring over two decades of clinical experience as a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health ... More
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PMHNP
Female
Devoted to your mental well-being, I bring over two decades of clinical experience as a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and an Adult-Gerontology P... More
Gainesville, FL
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Similade Adetunji
Dr. Similade Adetunji, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who provides compa... More
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Female
Dr. Similade Adetunji, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who provides compassionate, evidence-based care across the life... More
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
Gainesville, FL
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Michelle Lake
Hello, I'm Michelle Lake. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Qualified Supervisor in Florida, I have dedicated my life to h... More
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LMHC
Female
Hello, I'm Michelle Lake. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Qualified Supervisor in Florida, I have dedicated my life to helping individuals make positive changes and ... More
Gainesville, FL
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Judith Morse
Judith Morse is a dual-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) wi... More
Nurse Practitioner
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Female
Judith Morse is a dual-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) with experience in acute care hospitals, outpat... More
Gainesville, FL
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SARA ISRAEL
Welcome! I’m Sara-Gena Israel, and I appreciate you considering Balanced Mind Mental Health for your care. I specialize in medic... More
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PMHNP
Female
Welcome! I’m Sara-Gena Israel, and I appreciate you considering Balanced Mind Mental Health for your care. I specialize in medication management combined with integrative st... More
Gainesville, FL
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Sandra WalkerLee
Sandra Walker-Lee, DNP, ARNP, PMHNP-BC EDUCATION Associate Degree of Science in Nursing from Darton College, 2005 Bachelor of Scie... More
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Female
Sandra Walker-Lee, DNP, ARNP, PMHNP-BC EDUCATION Associate Degree of Science in Nursing from Darton College, 2005 Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Valdosta State Col... More
Gainesville, FL
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Teri Sarnowski
Teri has years of psychiatric experience and works with all age groups.... More
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Female
Teri has years of psychiatric experience and works with all age groups.... More
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
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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
Gainesville, FL
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SHAMEEKA GRAY
Shameeka has a passion for mental health. This allows her to interact with patients in a compassionate way while providing cultura... More
Nurse Practitioner
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Female
Shameeka has a passion for mental health. This allows her to interact with patients in a compassionate way while providing culturally competent care to devise a comprehensive ... More
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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