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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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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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Kelli Dumas
Kelli Dumas, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience helping individuals navigate life’s cha... More
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Female
Kelli Dumas, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and rediscover their inner strength. ... More
Gainesville, FL
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SUSANNAH BEIER
Hi, I’m Susannah Beier, PMHNP, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with additional certification in P... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
PMHNP
Female
Hi, I’m Susannah Beier, PMHNP, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with additional certification in Perinatal Mental Health. I provide virtual car... More
Gainesville, FL
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JOSE DIAZ
Hello, I'm Jose L. Diaz, a Licensed Counselor in Virginia with 16 years of experience, I have had the privilege to to meet a varie... More
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Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LPC|LMHC
Male
Hello, I'm Jose L. Diaz, a Licensed Counselor in Virginia with 16 years of experience, I have had the privilege to to meet a variety of people in some of the most challenging ... More
Gainesville, FL
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Lakeea Brown
Hello, I'm Lakeea. Have you been overwhelmed with life stressors that have caused you to feel anxious? Are you dealing with anxiet... More
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LCSW
Female
Hello, I'm Lakeea. Have you been overwhelmed with life stressors that have caused you to feel anxious? Are you dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, and other issues that ... More
Gainesville, FL
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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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Carole Olderman
Carole has experience treating depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, low self-esteem, and promoting healthy relatio... More
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Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Carole has experience treating depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, low self-esteem, and promoting healthy relationships. The therapeutic interventions she use... More
Who might be a good fit for Carole?
Carole Olderman may be a good match for people navigating depression or anxiety who prefer a skills-based approach framework. Her use of CBT, ACT, and DBT techniques offers structured ways to build coping strategies and foster healthier relationships across adulthood. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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Rebecca Shaughnessy
Rebecca is a licensed counselor in Alabama and Virginia with telehealth privileges in Kentucky, Florida, South Carolina, and Vermo... More
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Female
Rebecca is a licensed counselor in Alabama and Virginia with telehealth privileges in Kentucky, Florida, South Carolina, and Vermont. She is a National Certified Counselor (NC... More
Gainesville, FL
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Norman Bissel
Hello, I'm Norman. With over a decade of experience working with diverse mental health populations, I have dedicated my career to ... More
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Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMHC
Male
Hello, I'm Norman. With over a decade of experience working with diverse mental health populations, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals navigate and resolve trau... More
Gainesville, FL
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MARGALI SAGAILLE
Hello. My name is Margali Sagaille, and I’m a Board-Certified Primary Mental Health Nurse Practitioner based in Hollywood, Flor... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
PMHNP
Female
Hello. My name is Margali Sagaille, and I’m a Board-Certified Primary Mental Health Nurse Practitioner based in Hollywood, Florida, providing telehealth services. I am also... More
Gainesville, FL
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CHINELO OKPALOBI
Chinelo Okpalobi is a Licensed Mental Health Therapist with over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults... More
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Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMHC|LPC
Female
Chinelo Okpalobi is a Licensed Mental Health Therapist with over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Let's celebrate this... More
Gainesville, FL
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TIFFANY RICHBURG
Hi, I'm Tiffany. I understand that talking about your personal challenges can be overwhelming! My therapy style is relaxed and ver... More
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LISW-CP|LCSW-C|LICSW|LCSW
Female
Hi, I'm Tiffany. I understand that talking about your personal challenges can be overwhelming! My therapy style is relaxed and very client-focused. I have experience helping c... More
Gainesville, FL
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Jennifer Kopecky
Jennifer Kopecky, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with nearly 30 years of experience helping clients create meaningful ... More
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Female
Jennifer Kopecky, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with nearly 30 years of experience helping clients create meaningful change in their lives. She specializes in are... More
Gainesville, FL
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Andre Morris
Andre Morris is a licensed clinical social worker. He is committed to providing quality, personalized care by building therapeutic... More
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Male
Andre Morris is a licensed clinical social worker. He is committed to providing quality, personalized care by building therapeutic relationships with clients from a holistic a... More
Gainesville, FL
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BAHATTIN ERGIN
Hello. My name is Bahattin Ergin(Bobby). I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have a wide range ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
PMHNP
Male
Hello. My name is Bahattin Ergin(Bobby). I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have a wide range of medication management experience across l... 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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Melissa Fred
Melissa Fred LMFT is an independent licensed Marriage and Family Therapist from New Mexico with 6 years of experience. Melissa Fre... More
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Female
Melissa Fred LMFT is an independent licensed Marriage and Family Therapist from New Mexico with 6 years of experience. Melissa Fred LMFT utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy ... More
Gainesville, FL
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Suzanne Cox
"Dr. Cox was kind, thorough, knowledgeable, and just a joy to meet with. I am so grateful for this experience. Thank you." -Juli... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
"Dr. Cox was kind, thorough, knowledgeable, and just a joy to meet with. I am so grateful for this experience. Thank you." -Julie M. from NCSuzanne Cox is a dual rol... 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.

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.