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Daniela Fernandez
I hold a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University in Florida and have been a licensed Menta... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMHC
Female
I hold a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University in Florida and have been a licensed Mental Health Counselor since 2021. With over a de... More
Who might be a good fit for Daniela?
Those coping with challenges such as anxiety, addiction, or relationship conflicts may find Daniela Fernandez’s approach to be well-aligned. She integrates several therapeutic modalities, including CBT, DBT, and mindfulness, to support adults in exploring meaning and fostering growth through a collaborative and client-centered process. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
SYLVIE MAWOH
We will evaluate the medications and therapy at a new appointment time." -Brandii L. from OK"Sylvie Mawoh is a dedicated P... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
We will evaluate the medications and therapy at a new appointment time." -Brandii L. from OK"Sylvie Mawoh is a dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with an MSN in ... More
Who might be a good fit for Sylvie?
Those coping with anxiety, mood disorders, or neurodiverse conditions like ADHD and autism may find Sylvie Mawoh’s approach to be well-aligned. She offers compassionate, person-centered care through telehealth, providing accessible mental health support and medication management tailored to children, teens, and young adults. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Erica Heath
Erica Heath, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with a brief, solution-focused approach to therapy. She specializes in hel... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Erica Heath, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with a brief, solution-focused approach to therapy. She specializes in helping adults manage anxiety, depression, careg... More
Who might be a good fit for Erica?
Erica Heath may be well-suited to individuals who value a brief, solution-focused approach in managing anxiety, depression, or caregiver stress. Her use of evidence-based methods like cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing supports clients in developing practical coping strategies and clear, achievable goals during times of transition or difficulty. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
CYNDIA MILORDGIORDANI
With more than 12 years of experience in nursing and psychiatric care, I provide compassionate, personalized treatment for adolesc... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
PMHNP
Female
With more than 12 years of experience in nursing and psychiatric care, I provide compassionate, personalized treatment for adolescents and adults. I specialize in supporting i... More
Who might be a good fit for Cyndia?
Cyndia Milordgiordani may align well with adults who are working through issues such as anxiety, depression, or mood disorders. She integrates collaborative, evidence-based medication management with practical coping tools in a compassionate, supportive environment tailored to each individual’s unique needs. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
AUSTIN SCHRAG
Since becoming a counselor, I have worked in a variety of community counseling settings. I have worked with clients from ages 3 t... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMFT
Male
Since becoming a counselor, I have worked in a variety of community counseling settings. I have worked with clients from ages 3 through 80 and with individuals, couples, and ... More
Who might be a good fit for Austin?
Clients facing concerns such as family conflict or trauma may connect with the techniques and structure offered by Austin Schrag. He emphasizes collaborative goal-setting and relational healing, integrating approaches like Emotionally Focused Therapy and EMDR to support individuals, couples, and families across a wide age range. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
John Dwyer
I reside in Riverview, Florida, which is part of Hillsborough County. I have over 35 years of experience in providing mental healt... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMHC
Male
I reside in Riverview, Florida, which is part of Hillsborough County. I have over 35 years of experience in providing mental health counseling services to clients of all ages,... More
Who might be a good fit for John?
Clients facing concerns such as addiction, anxiety, or relationship challenges may connect with the techniques and structure offered by John Dwyer. His approach integrates supportive counseling and cognitive-behavioral strategies to help clients build coping skills and address patterns that impact their emotional well-being across different life stages. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Joyce Heimerle
Hello, I'm Joyce. I hold, a Bachelor’s in Psychology, and a Masters in the Art of Counseling from Colorado Christian University.... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMHC
Female
Hello, I'm Joyce. I hold, a Bachelor’s in Psychology, and a Masters in the Art of Counseling from Colorado Christian University. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am c... More
Who might be a good fit for Joyce?
Clients seeking structured support for anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges might consider working with Joyce Heimerle. Her use of evidence-based methods like CBT, EMDR, and the Gottman Method is tailored to individuals and couples navigating complex family dynamics, gender identity concerns, and life transitions. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Monique Darnell
Monique R. Darnell is a licensed mental health counselor who provides trauma-informed, culturally responsive therapy for women—p... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Monique R. Darnell is a licensed mental health counselor who provides trauma-informed, culturally responsive therapy for women—particularly Black women—experiencing anxiet... More
Who might be a good fit for Monique?
Those coping with anxiety, depression, or chronic stress, or pursuing personal growth in setting healthier boundaries may find Monique Darnell’s approach to be well-aligned. She creates a compassionate, trauma-informed space especially attuned to the experiences of Black women, supporting clients in cultivating emotional self-trust and sustainable healing. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
TONI PRIVADO
Toni Privado, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor who supports adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional regu... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Toni Privado, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor who supports adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional regulation challenges, self-esteem concerns, and ... More
Who might be a good fit for Toni?
Clients in need of guidance around emotional regulation and self-understanding could benefit from Toni Privado’s approach. She integrates evidence-based therapies with a warm, collaborative style that honors the connection between mind, body, and nervous system, supporting individuals through anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Maria Albrecht
Maria Albrecht is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who has been providing medication management to adult patients since 2021. Her ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Maria Albrecht is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who has been providing medication management to adult patients since 2021. Her specialties include depression, anxiety, bipo... More
Who might be a good fit for Maria?
Maria Albrecht may align well with adults who are working through issues such as depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorder. She integrates a variety of therapeutic approaches with a focus on medication management and trauma-informed care, offering particular sensitivity to the needs of individuals from marginalized communities, including LGBTQ+ adults. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Jamie Ward
Jamie Ward is a "whole-listic" counselor; focusing on the whole person and what will work best for the client. She specializes in ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Jamie Ward is a "whole-listic" counselor; focusing on the whole person and what will work best for the client. She specializes in intimate partner violence and toxic relations... More
Who might be a good fit for Jamie?
Clients facing concerns such as anxiety, OCD, or difficulties in intimate partner and other close relationships may connect with the techniques and structure offered by Jamie Ward. Her “whole-listic” approach, combining trauma-informed care with various therapeutic modalities, supports clients in finding personalized strategies that honor their unique experiences and needs. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Vanessa Pugh
Vanessa Pugh is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois, with board ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Vanessa Pugh is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Iowa and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Illinois, with board certification from the National Board for Cer... More
Who might be a good fit for Vanessa?
Individuals navigating challenges like trauma, anxiety, or mood disorders may find support through the approach used by Vanessa Pugh. She integrates evidence-based methods such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based self-compassion to create a compassionate and personalized space that respects each client’s unique experiences and goals. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Brandy CooksThomas
Brandy Cooks-Thomas is Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner who has been providing mental health and primary ca... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Brandy Cooks-Thomas is Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner who has been providing mental health and primary care services to clients with depression and an... More
Who might be a good fit for Brandy?
Brandy Cooks-Thomas may support individuals who want to explore mood and anxiety concerns through a cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness-informed lens. She integrates education on medication and holistic options alongside therapeutic techniques to assist clients in managing depression, bipolar disorder, and related challenges. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Ashley Staten
Ashley Staten is a dual-certified psychiatric mental health and family nurse practitioner. She has over 8 years of experience in p... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Ashley Staten is a dual-certified psychiatric mental health and family nurse practitioner. She has over 8 years of experience in providing mental health services across the li... More
Who might be a good fit for Ashley?
Ashley Staten may support individuals who want to explore mental health and wellness through a mind-body integrative lens. Her approach combines therapeutic techniques with medication management to help clients address challenges such as anxiety, depression, and addiction across different stages of adulthood. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Amanda Rogers
Amanda Rogers has a philosophy of partnering with her patients and working together as a team to meet the patient's recovery goals... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Amanda Rogers has a philosophy of partnering with her patients and working together as a team to meet the patient's recovery goals. She has a special interest in mood disorder... More
Who might be a good fit for Amanda?
Individuals or couples navigating mood disorders or trauma-related challenges may find alignment with the strategies and frameworks utilized by Amanda Rogers, where applicable. She emphasizes a collaborative approach that integrates trauma-informed care and mindfulness techniques to support recovery and emotional well-being. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Teka Pendleton
Teka Pendleton is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) who has been providing medication managem... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Teka Pendleton is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) who has been providing medication management and psychoeducation services to adult cli... More
Who might be a good fit for Teka?
Those coping with depression or pursuing personal growth in managing anxiety may find Teka Pendleton’s approach to be well-aligned. She integrates medication management with psychoeducation, emphasizing collaboration and awareness of both environmental and physiological factors to support mental health recovery. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
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
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
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
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Jennifer Fox
Jennifer Fox is a compassionate and easy to talk to licensed clinical social worker specializing in Grief, Anxiety, and ADHD. She ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Jennifer Fox is a compassionate and easy to talk to licensed clinical social worker specializing in Grief, Anxiety, and ADHD. She has 18 years of experience providing supporti... More
Who might be a good fit for Jennifer?
Those coping with anxiety, grief, or ADHD may find Jennifer Fox’s approach to be well-aligned. Her calm, relatable style creates a safe space for adults to explore a full range of emotions while incorporating mindfulness and strength-based techniques to support healing and personal growth. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Trevia Wilkerson
Ms. Trevia Wilkerson is a highly skilled and compassionate licensed professional counselor with specializations in depression, anx... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Ms. Trevia Wilkerson is a highly skilled and compassionate licensed professional counselor with specializations in depression, anxiety, and self-esteem. With over 12 years of ... More
Who might be a good fit for Trevia?
Clients in need of guidance around anxiety, depression, or self-esteem could benefit from Trevia Wilkerson’s approach. She integrates person-centered care with techniques like CBT and DBT to support adults in collaboratively working toward their mental health goals. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Judy JohnsonHowey
Judy Johnson-Howey is a Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has also served patients in the public h... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Judy Johnson-Howey is a Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has also served patients in the public health sector, case management, private practi... More
Who might be a good fit for Judy?
Judy Johnsonhowey may be a good match for people navigating anxiety, mood disorders, or addiction who prefer a compassionate, strength-based framework. Her approach integrates evidence-based therapies with a focus on supporting mental health across the lifespan, including crisis intervention and medication-assisted treatment when appropriate. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

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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