Gainesville, FL Compassion Focused Therapists

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KELVIN MURRY
Kelvin Murry is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in the healthcare field. He has ... More
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Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Male
Kelvin Murry is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in the healthcare field. He has worked with patients from diverse backgrounds... More
Who might be a good fit for Kelvin?
People experiencing mood disorders or those wanting to strengthen coping skills around trauma and anxiety could benefit from Kelvin Murry’s focused therapeutic work. Drawing on his extensive healthcare background and experience with first responders, veterans, and diverse populations, he integrates evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to support clients with compassion and practical tools. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Compassion Focused
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Meru Health
Feel better in 12 weeks You are not your anxiety or depression. Meru Health is a 12-week digital menta... More
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Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Feel better in 12 weeks You are not your anxiety or depression. Meru Health is a 12-week digital mental health program designed to help people feel... More
Who might be a good fit for Meru Health?
Those coping with depression, anxiety, or sleep difficulties may find Meru Health’s approach to be well-aligned. Its blend of evidence-based therapies combined with wearable biofeedback and flexible, around-the-clock digital access offers support that fits into varied lifestyles and promotes holistic mental well-being. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Compassion Focused
Hanna Garza
Dr. Hanna Garza is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals across a w... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Dr. Hanna Garza is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals across a wide range of mental health needs, including t... More
Gainesville, FL
Compassion Focused
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
Compassion Focused
Joshua Lenox
Joshua Lenox is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, who has been licensed for four years. He has a Bachelor of Science de... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Male
Joshua Lenox is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, who has been licensed for four years. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology and Anthropology from The U... More
Who might be a good fit for Joshua?
Clients facing concerns such as anxiety, depression, or grief may connect with the techniques and structure offered by Joshua Lenox. He integrates a compassionate approach informed by his background in pastoral counseling and experience with diverse populations, including military families and individuals navigating life transitions. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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Lindsey Vennard
Lindsey Vennard, LCSW, is a compassionate and skilled mental health counselor. She has over 4 years of experience working with dif... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Lindsey Vennard, LCSW, is a compassionate and skilled mental health counselor. She has over 4 years of experience working with different populations including the LGBTQIA + co... More
Gainesville, FL
Compassion Focused
Susan Brown
Susan O’Connor Brown, Ph.D., a licensed clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience in organizational and clinical ps... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Susan O’Connor Brown, Ph.D., a licensed clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience in organizational and clinical psychology. She has been thoroughly trained in ... More
Who might be a good fit for Susan?
Susan Brown offers an approach that may suit individuals focusing on improving interpersonal and family relationships. Her work emphasizes building new skills and fostering self-awareness to help clients better understand personal patterns that affect their overall satisfaction and happiness. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Compassion Focused
Alexis Martin
Alexis Martin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been in practice since 1998. Alexis has a specialization in Depression ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Alexis Martin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been in practice since 1998. Alexis has a specialization in Depression and Anxiety, and has worked with clients of a... More
Who might be a good fit for Alexis?
Alexis Martin offers an approach that may suit individuals focusing on managing symptoms of depression and anxiety. Her use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, combined with a warm and non-judgmental style, supports clients in shaping meaningful changes and working toward their personal goals. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Compassion Focused
Michael Starr
Michael Starr, LICSW, is a licensed independent clinical social worker with more than a decade of experience supporting children, ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Male
Michael Starr, LICSW, is a licensed independent clinical social worker with more than a decade of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults. He specializes in tr... More
Gainesville, FL
Compassion Focused
Kizzy Griffin
With extensive experience in supporting individuals through life transitions, both in the military and civilian spheres, she is de... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
With extensive experience in supporting individuals through life transitions, both in the military and civilian spheres, she is dedicated to assisting clients in overcoming ba... More
Gainesville, FL
Compassion Focused
Melissa Fred
Melissa Fred LMFT is an independent licensed Marriage and Family Therapist from New Mexico with 6 years of experience. Melissa Fre... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
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
Compassion Focused
JESSE TAYLOR
My dedication to therapy stems from a genuine interest in human resilience and the powerful ways people can overcome adversity. Th... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LCSW
Male
My dedication to therapy stems from a genuine interest in human resilience and the powerful ways people can overcome adversity. Throughout my graduate training, I had the priv... More
Gainesville, FL
Compassion Focused
MICHELLE PAUL
Hello, my name is Michelle Paul, and I’m a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. I provide compassionate... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
PMHNP
Female
Hello, my name is Michelle Paul, and I’m a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. I provide compassionate care to adults through a secure telehealth p... More
Gainesville, FL
Compassion Focused
Shawn Wyatt
Shawn Wyatt is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a Master of Science in Psychology, specializing in Marriage an... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Shawn Wyatt is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a Master of Science in Psychology, specializing in Marriage and Family Therapy, from Our Lady of the Lake U... More
Who might be a good fit for Shawn?
Shawn Wyatt may be well-suited to individuals who value a trauma-informed, evidence-based approach in managing anxiety, depression, or emotional healing. She integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with inner child work to help clients identify and transform patterns, supporting growth across personal and relational areas. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
Compassion Focused
ESTHER CAMILUS
Esther Camilus has a great passion for helping others. She began her nursing career in 2004 working at JFK Medical Center as... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
PMHNP
Female
Esther Camilus has a great passion for helping others. She began her nursing career in 2004 working at JFK Medical Center as a Nurse Associate. During this time, she obt... More
Gainesville, FL
Compassion Focused
MARTHA PANIPUCCI
We are on this journey toward healing, change, growth, forgiveness, and understanding. Even though you are the main participant i... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMHC
Female
We are on this journey toward healing, change, growth, forgiveness, and understanding. Even though you are the main participant in your story, many times in life we lose sigh... 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
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
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
Compassion Focused
Rebecca Shaughnessy
Rebecca is a licensed counselor in Alabama and Virginia with telehealth privileges in Kentucky, Florida, South Carolina, and Vermo... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
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
Compassion Focused
Carrie Nelson
Carrie Nelson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master of Social Work from Stony Brook University (SUNY), earned ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
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
Compassion Focused
Monica Garcia
Monica is a licensed mental health counselor who has worked in a variety of settings with individuals, families and couples. Monic... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Monica is a licensed mental health counselor who has worked in a variety of settings with individuals, families and couples. Monica is known to put her clients first, advocate... More
Who might be a good fit for Monica?
Those coping with life transitions or pursuing personal growth in emotional resilience may find Monica Garcia’s approach to be well-aligned. She creates a safe and nurturing space that encourages small, meaningful changes while offering compassionate support tailored to each individual’s journey. View Profile
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.