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Unexpected life experiences happen to us all, but we don't have to journey through them alone.
Jamie Jones is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 14 years of experience in the mental health field. She genuinely desires to see others fully experience life and intentionally live. As a certified trauma treatment professional and certified grief specialist, Jamie specializes in trauma, grief, anxiety, military/veteran, and women’s issues. She is currently a lead clinician at Thriveworks.
Jamie has a Master’s in Counseling from Webster University. She considers herself eclectic and utilizes integrated approaches, including art, acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy, to provide polyvagal and trauma-informed care that helps foster healing and growth.
As we find the time and space to exhale so that we can push through the challenges that will enable us to achieve our goals and live life as the best version of ourselves, Jamie is confident that she will be able to provide support in an open, trusting, and fully accepting way. If you are ready for that next step, schedule an appointment with her today.
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Things can get better, and change is possible....
Things can get better, and change is possible.
Elizabeth Wohlford is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. She is dedicated to helping adolescents, adults, couples and families to address their individual concerns and come up with workable solutions. Elizabeth specializes in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and major life transitions.
Elizabeth completed her Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling at Palm Beach Atlantic University. She has spent the last 10 years working in a community agency providing guidance and support to culturally diverse populations. Elizabeth utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy (SFT).
We all go through ups and downs in our lives, but you don't need to go through them alone. Elizabeth wants to help you identify what is causing your distress and worry, in a safe and caring environment. With Elizabeth's help you can start on your journey of healing. Congratulations on making the first step—schedule an appointment with her today.
I am Dr. Catherine, and as a licensed Doctor of Mental Health Counseling in Florida, I am here to help you sort through difficult ...
I am Dr. Catherine, and as a licensed Doctor of Mental Health Counseling in Florida, I am here to help you sort through difficult issues and emotions and offer a safe place to be open and honest without fear of judgment.
Dr. Catherine Bukovitz is a licensed doctor in the medical field and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida. She is nationally board-certified and also holds a certification as an Addiction Specialist. Dr. Catherine works with adults, and she is caring and non-judgmental while being insightful and solution-focused in working with trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, relationships, and addictions.
Dr. Catherine is a graduate of Purdue University - Hammond and received her doctorate in Psychology and Education from Argosy University - Sarasota. She has taught in higher education and her experience in counseling has allowed her to be caring but realistic with her clients.
Life can be confusing and overwhelming at times. Dr. Catherine is here to help you work through difficult things and offer a safe place to be open and honest without fear of judgment.
As a black woman, I understand that mental illness can be seen as a weakness; however, everyone should know their self-worth and n...
As a black woman, I understand that mental illness can be seen as a weakness; however, everyone should know their self-worth and not be ashamed.
Anzola is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She treats multiple areas of mental health including depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, and coping skills just to name a few. Anzola is hard-working, compassionate, and an advocate for her patients. Since becoming a PMHNP, Anzola has served as a medication manager, counselor/therapist, and advocate.
Anzola has a long history in the mental health field, starting out as a social worker and rehabilitation counselor from Thomas University and switching to the nursing field and obtaining her AA degree from ITT, her Bachelor's in Nursing from Gulf Coast, and her Master’s Degree from Valdosta University. Currently, Anzola is in her last semester in the DNP program at Valdosta State. Anzola uses multiple styles of therapy depending on the circumstances and client which is unique in providing care to her patients. From her collective years as a social worker and now as a psychiatric nurse practitioner, Anzola is able to reach each patient where they are to guide them along their journey to complete mental health.
Life is hard and it takes work each and every day. Don’t suffer in silence—come and let Anzola help you gain self-worth and better mental health. When you are ready, schedule an appointment today.
My counseling approach is warm, nonjudgmental, client-centered, and empathetic....
My counseling approach is warm, nonjudgmental, client-centered, and empathetic.
John Craig is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25 years of experience. He specializes in trauma intervention and PTSD and their associated symptoms (anxiety, depression, and panic). John provides a safe space and offers unconditional personal regard to build rapport with clients, making therapy interactive and effective.
John has a Master's in Social Work from Florida State University. He uses a range of science-based treatment methods including Person Centered Therapy therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, cognitive processing, and motivational interviewing.
If you feel you are ready for a change, please contact John for an initial consultation. Don’t hesitate to reach out – you are worth it!
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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A go-to approach in DBT is skill building. The benefit of skill building is that it helps clients learn different strategies to manage any emotional distress they may experience.
Distress tolerance and emotional regulation are really good tools to teach, as clients can learn to manage their emotional experience in between sessions.
There are several indicators that can show whether or not a client is making progress with the use of DBT. Some include positive self-reports, a decrease in crisis calls, and overall presentation in sessions. However, it should be noted that progress, like treatment, is individualized.
To supplement DBT therapy, clients can practice skills that are learned in sessions on their own time, like distress tolerance and emotional regulation.
During your intake session, your therapist will discuss what to expect. Some of those discussions may include the importance of regular attendance and active participation.
At Thriveworks, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) primarily concentrates on assisting individuals in emotion regulation, enhancing interpersonal relationships, and acquiring effective coping strategies for managing stress and emotional difficulties.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) targets your personal challenges. You may work with your DBT therapist to maintain diary cards to monitor progress, emphasizing validation and support in the therapeutic relationship. DBT follows a stage-based approach, prioritizing crisis reduction initially and life satisfaction.
DBT was initially developed to address the needs of individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD). However, its versatile approach has enabled its application to a wide range of mental health conditions, including but not limited to, anxiety, depression, stress, and anger issues.
The 4 pillars of DBT are mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) have distinct purposes and aren’t inherently superior or inferior to one another. DBT is most effective for managing emotional regulation, personality disorders, and interpersonal challenges, while EMDR is specifically tailored for individuals with trauma-related conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) with therapists at Thriveworks in Tallahassee, FL is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The duration of a standard DBT program is typically around 24 weeks, which is roughly six months. The actual number of sessions will vary depending on the issues you wish to address.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
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