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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
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Melissa Fulton
Melissa Jones Fulton is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over a decade of experience supporting individuals facing depressio... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Melissa Jones Fulton is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over a decade of experience supporting individuals facing depression, anxiety, PTSD, and grief. Drawing on a ver... More
Who might be a good fit for Melissa?
People experiencing depression, anxiety, or grief and looking for a therapist with experience in trauma-informed and strength-based care might consider Melissa Fulton’s style of support. She combines evidence-based therapies with a warm, empowering presence, offering personalized guidance that honors each client’s unique background and goals. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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SANDRA ALICEA
Hi, my name is Sandy. I am an LCSW, licensed in the state of Florida. I have been working as a clinical social worker for 39 years... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LCSW
Female
Hi, my name is Sandy. I am an LCSW, licensed in the state of Florida. I have been working as a clinical social worker for 39 years. I enjoy working with individuals who are in... More
Gainesville, FL
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Jenna Canterbury
Jenna Canterbury is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in both Florida and South Carolina. She received her undergraduate degree in... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Jenna Canterbury is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in both Florida and South Carolina. She received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Georgia. S... More
Who might be a good fit for Jenna?
Clients seeking structured support for managing life’s challenges or looking to improve emotional well-being might consider working with Jenna Canterbury. Her collaborative approach, influenced by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy, creates a flexible and non-judgmental space tailored to individual needs, with scheduling options that accommodate busy lifestyles. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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Julie Sullivan
Julie embraces a holistic approach to mental healthcare treatment, and understands the importance of incorporating multiple healin... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Julie embraces a holistic approach to mental healthcare treatment, and understands the importance of incorporating multiple healing methods within each healing plan. As an exp... More
Gainesville, FL
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Elizabeth Davis
"I’m pretty satisfied overall with Elizabeth’s treatment. Friendly easy going woman just my style. happy to have found her =)... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
"I’m pretty satisfied overall with Elizabeth’s treatment. Friendly easy going woman just my style. happy to have found her =)" -Shawn P. from FLBeth Davis is a co... More
Gainesville, FL
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Kendra Back
"I have felt supported and encouraged to take part in my care " -Kimberly T. from FLKendra Back is a family nurse practiti... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
"I have felt supported and encouraged to take part in my care " -Kimberly T. from FLKendra Back is a family nurse practitioner with more than 10 years of experience, a... More
Gainesville, FL
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Shanae Mapp
Shanae Mapp is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over two years of experience supporting adolescents and adults ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Shanae Mapp is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over two years of experience supporting adolescents and adults in their mental health journeys. She earned h... 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
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
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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Tiffany Gainer
Tiffany is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in working with trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mood disorders... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Tiffany is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in working with trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mood disorders. She is an ally for LGBTQ+ community and has... More
Gainesville, FL
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Nick Cibulka
Nick Cibulka is a kind and knowledgeable Licensed Mental Health Counselor with training and experience in Anxiety, Mood Disorders,... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Male
Nick Cibulka is a kind and knowledgeable Licensed Mental Health Counselor with training and experience in Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Suicidality and other Mental Health conditio... More
Who might be a good fit for Nick?
Clients working through anxiety, mood disorders, or suicidality and looking for counseling support might engage well with Nick Cibulka’s approach. He emphasizes empowering individuals to access their own internal and external resources, fostering education and self-connection as part of the healing process. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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SHAMEEKA GRAY
Shameeka has a passion for mental health. This allows her to interact with patients in a compassionate way while providing cultura... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Shameeka has a passion for mental health. This allows her to interact with patients in a compassionate way while providing culturally competent care to devise a comprehensive ... More
Gainesville, FL
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Michael Osborne
Michael Osborne, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor who works with children, adults, and families to address a wide range o... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Male
Michael Osborne, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor who works with children, adults, and families to address a wide range of mental health concerns, including trauma, a... More
Gainesville, FL
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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
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Ashley Goodwin
Ashley Goodwin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 13 years of experience supporting individuals and families through a... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Ashley Goodwin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 13 years of experience supporting individuals and families through anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions,... More
Who might be a good fit for Ashley?
People experiencing anxiety or those wanting to strengthen their confidence could benefit from Ashley Goodwin’s focused therapeutic work. She offers a culturally grounded, person-centered approach that integrates evidence-based methods like CBT, ACT, and DBT to support clients in reclaiming their voice and navigating complex life challenges. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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Jane Franks
Jane Franks, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, has over 15 years experience working with adults with depression and an... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Jane Franks, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, has over 15 years experience working with adults with depression and anxiety disorders. She has worked in both inpat... More
Gainesville, FL
Strength-Based
Daniel GirardDomena
Daniel Girard-Domena is a licensed clinical social worker who has been in the field for ten years, working with clients ages 7 and... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Male
Daniel Girard-Domena is a licensed clinical social worker who has been in the field for ten years, working with clients ages 7 and older and supporting various diagnoses. Usin... More
Gainesville, FL
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Brett Zelencik
Brett Zelencik is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has been providing individua... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Male
Brett Zelencik is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has been providing individual therapy, in English, to adult clients with ... More
Who might be a good fit for Brett?
People experiencing depression or anxiety, or those wanting to strengthen their coping skills, could benefit from Brett Zelencik’s focused therapeutic work. His use of evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing supports clients in recognizing growth and tracking progress throughout their mental health journey. View Profile
Gainesville, FL
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Crystal Amey
Crystal Amey is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience supporting adolescents and adults through life�... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Crystal Amey is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience supporting adolescents and adults through life’s most difficult seasons. She specializes i... More
Gainesville, FL
Strength-Based
Rhonda Stewart
Dr. Rhonda Stewart DNP, PMHMP-C has been providing mental health services for almost 20 years. She has a desire to help clients a... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Dr. Rhonda Stewart DNP, PMHMP-C has been providing mental health services for almost 20 years. She has a desire to help clients access services for mental health in rural and... 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.