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DENEEN WIGGINS
I am a licensed mental health counselor and addiction professional. I have experience working with clients dealing with mental hea... More
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Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMHC
Female
I am a licensed mental health counselor and addiction professional. I have experience working with clients dealing with mental health disorders, substance use disorders and co... More
Gainesville, FL
Substance Misuse
KELLY WOMBLES
Hello there! I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I received my Master's degree from Walden Univers... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
PMHNP
Female
Hello there! I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I received my Master's degree from Walden University and have over 30 years of experience help... More
Gainesville, FL
Substance Misuse
SHANNON PEREIRA
I am passionate and compassionate about the care for addiction, medicine, and all mental health and I know they go hand-in-hand an... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
PMHNP
Female
I am passionate and compassionate about the care for addiction, medicine, and all mental health and I know they go hand-in-hand and I will treat you safely with medication and... More
Gainesville, FL
Substance Misuse
PRINCETON SMITH
Dr. Princeton Smith is a Licensed Psychologist in the State of Florida and Founder of True Purpose Behavioral Health Services, PLL... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LP
Male
Dr. Princeton Smith is a Licensed Psychologist in the State of Florida and Founder of True Purpose Behavioral Health Services, PLLC. Dr. Smith has a strong background in evide... More
Gainesville, FL
Substance Misuse
BELKIS PEREZ
Hey there! I’m your go-to mental health superhero—a Proactive and Compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner w... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
PMHNP
Female
Hey there! I’m your go-to mental health superhero—a Proactive and Compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of experience in the medica... More
Gainesville, FL
Substance Misuse
DAMARIS CONTES
Hi! My name is Damaris, a licensed mental health counselor. As a therapist, I believe that healing happens in safe, supportive rel... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMHC
Female
Hi! My name is Damaris, a licensed mental health counselor. As a therapist, I believe that healing happens in safe, supportive relationships—and my goal is to create a space... More
Gainesville, FL
Substance Misuse
STACEY SALCE
Anxiety spiraling? Stuck in survival mode? You’re not broken—just burnt out. I’m Stacey, a licensed therapist who helps adul... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMHC
Female
Anxiety spiraling? Stuck in survival mode? You’re not broken—just burnt out. I’m Stacey, a licensed therapist who helps adults break free from substance use, anxiety, an... More
Gainesville, FL
Substance Misuse
RENAUD JEANLOUIS
Dr. Renaud Jean-Louis offers compassionate, patient-centered care tailored to your individual needs. With over a decade of experie... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
PMHNP
Male
Dr. Renaud Jean-Louis offers compassionate, patient-centered care tailored to your individual needs. With over a decade of experience, he specializes in both psychiatric and f... More
Gainesville, FL
Substance Misuse
JAMES JACKSON
I am a therapist who has helped individuals develop positive coping skills to overcome barriers that have kept them from reaching ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LCSW
Male
I am a therapist who has helped individuals develop positive coping skills to overcome barriers that have kept them from reaching their goals in life. Those who come to my pra... More
Gainesville, FL
Substance Misuse
PAMELA ERVIN
Hello! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida, having received my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Couns... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMHC
Female
Hello! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida, having received my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University. I have been en... More
Gainesville, FL
Substance Misuse
MICAH GOLDSTEIN
Welcome! You’re not alone anymore. Do you find yourself stuck in your head or feeling overwhelmed? Moody, anxious, or even ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LCSW
Male
Welcome! You’re not alone anymore. Do you find yourself stuck in your head or feeling overwhelmed? Moody, anxious, or even depressed at times? Unsure how to feel better... More
Gainesville, FL
Substance Misuse
CHRISTOPHER OCONNOR
I believe therapy is most effective when it feels both supportive and collaborative. My goal is to provide a safe space where clie... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LCSW
Male
I believe therapy is most effective when it feels both supportive and collaborative. My goal is to provide a safe space where clients can process trauma, explore challenges, a... More
Gainesville, FL
Substance Misuse
JOHANNY ORTIZ
Bienvenidos and welcome! Johanny Ortiz, PMHNP-BC, (you can call her Jo), is a dedicated mental health professional serving the vib... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
PMHNP
Female
Bienvenidos and welcome! Johanny Ortiz, PMHNP-BC, (you can call her Jo), is a dedicated mental health professional serving the vibrant communities of Florida. Fluent in both S... More
Gainesville, FL
Substance Misuse
JULIET STEPHENSON
Welcome, and thank you for taking the first step toward your healing journey. My name is Juliet Stephenson, and I am a Licensed Me... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMHC|LPC
Female
Welcome, and thank you for taking the first step toward your healing journey. My name is Juliet Stephenson, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor dedicated to helping in... More
Gainesville, FL
Substance Misuse
STEPHANIE ORTIZ
Hello, I’m Stephanie! If you’ve made it this far and it’s your first time pursuing therapy, congratulations! Deciding to beg... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LCSW
Female
Hello, I’m Stephanie! If you’ve made it this far and it’s your first time pursuing therapy, congratulations! Deciding to begin therapy can be intimidating, but it can al... More
Gainesville, FL
Substance Misuse
OMID AZADI
My name is Dr. Omid Azadi and I provide individual psychotherapy for adolescents and adults, as well as couple and family therapy.... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LP
Male
My name is Dr. Omid Azadi and I provide individual psychotherapy for adolescents and adults, as well as couple and family therapy. I support my clients through a unique synthe... More
Gainesville, FL
Substance Misuse
LATRICE MARKISON
It can be difficult to find mental health support, and even more challenging to find the RIGHT support. Whether you are at the beg... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
PMHNP
Female
It can be difficult to find mental health support, and even more challenging to find the RIGHT support. Whether you are at the beginning of a journey, wanting to maintain a cu... More
Gainesville, FL
Substance Misuse
LAUREN WHITEHURST
Hi there! My name is Lauren and I am a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has been in the field since 2019. Have you ev... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMHC
Female
Hi there! My name is Lauren and I am a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has been in the field since 2019. Have you ever felt like asking for help or seeking couns... More
Gainesville, FL
Substance Misuse
TIMOTHY ROWELL
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my Masters from the University West Florida and have been practicing for 14 ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LICSW|LCSW
Male
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my Masters from the University West Florida and have been practicing for 14 years. I have served individuals in an outpa... More
Gainesville, FL
Substance Misuse
Adelma Reyes
Hi, I’m Adelma Reyes from Florida. I specialize in supporting adults and young adults who are facing depression, anxiety, substa... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMHC|LPC|LPCC
Female
Hi, I’m Adelma Reyes from Florida. I specialize in supporting adults and young adults who are facing depression, anxiety, substance use, ADHD, and other life challenges. My ... More
Gainesville, FL
Substance Misuse

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
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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.

Take the Next Step

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.