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My interest in counseling grew from my own work recovering from childhood trauma, PTSD, and anxiety. I focus on mindfulness based counseling. Therapy can help you achieve a more fulfilling life and relationships. Therapy is a unique relationship, where you as a client can be completely open and honest. The most important factor in the success of therapy is your connection and relationship with your therapist.
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Florida Blue, Oscar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Oxford, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Oscar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Oxford, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Providence Health Plan,
Hi, I’m Alvis — a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based in Gainesville, FL.
Before counseling, I spent years in the health and fitness industry in New York City, helping clients who felt stuck or overmatched in their goals. I later trained in spiritual wellness at St. Andrew’s Church here in Gainesville. Both experiences taught me the same lesson: real growth means working with mind, body, and spirit together. It brings me immense joy to see my clients go from stuck to flourishing.
I work with adults, couples, families, adolescents, and college students.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, substance abuse, codependency, family and couples counseling, and life transitions.
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Monica McDowell
Therapist
Virtual & in-person • 3.9 mi away
2240 Northwest 40th Terrace, Gainesville, FLAnxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Oscar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Oxford, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna insurance
Mitchell Gleason
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 4.2 mi away
4140 Northwest 27th Lane, Gainesville, FLADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
Alvin (AJ) Penix
Therapist
Virtual & in-person • 4.2 mi away
2610 Northwest 43rd Street, Gainesville, FLAnxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health,
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Florida Blue, Oscar, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage, Oxford, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health,
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Florida Blue, Oscar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Oxford, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Florida Blue, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Florida Blue, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Florida Blue Medicare Advantage, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Burton Burt
Therapist
Virtual & in-person • 8.7 mi away
5550 Northwest 111th Boulevard, Gainesville, FLAnxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Florida Blue, Oscar, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage, Oxford, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Devoted Health Medicare Advantage, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Humana Medicare Advantage, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction,
Accepts United Healthcare, Oscar, Oxford, Curative,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Florida Blue, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Florida Blue Medicare Advantage, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Oscar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Oxford, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Florida Blue, Oscar, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Oxford, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Florida Blue, Oscar, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Oxford, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Devoted Health Medicare Advantage,
Hello, I’m Veronica Powers, founder and lead therapist at CAVU Counseling. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida and certified by the National Board of Certified Counselors. I hold a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University, a CACREP-accredited program.
I am certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and hold the Equine-Assisted Mental Health Practitioner (EAMHP) certification from the University of Denver. I provide virtual and in-person individual psychotherapy as well as equine-integrated psychotherapy at our Keystone Heights location offering a unique experiential environment that supports emotional growth, self-regulation, and connection.
I work with individuals of all ages, addressing concerns such as trauma, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, behavioral challenges, and complex family dynamics. My professional background also includes hands-on experience with Applied Behavioral Analysis which has strengthened my understanding of behavioral interventions and child development.
My approach is trauma-informed, integrative, and rooted in resilience, focusing on helping clients build insight, self-efficacy, and meaningful change through evidence-based and experiential methods.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Florida Blue, Oscar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Oxford, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Florida Blue, Oscar, Oxford, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, OCD, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Florida Blue, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Providence Health Plan,
Missy Scippio
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person
4255 Southwest Cambridge Glen, Lake City, FLAnger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Florida Blue, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health,
If you are looking for a therapist who can sit with the full picture- the child whose ADHD is shaping the whole household, the teen working through an eating disorder, the parent navigating divorce or the adult who's been carrying it for years- that's the work I've spent the last 23 years doing.
I'm an LMHC licensed in Florida, and I've worked with children, adolescents, families, and (over the past three years) adults across homes, schools, outpatient settings, and social service agencies. I have particular experience with military connected families, blended families, and clients navigating ADHD, eating disorders, anxiety, mood and bipolar disorders, grief, and the kinds of life transitions that shake your sense of self.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Transgender issues, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Florida Blue, Oscar, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Oxford, Ascension, Curative, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Florida Blue, Curative, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Oscar, Oxford, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,
I’m a psychiatrist who specializes in providing integrative care to foster inner discovery and facilitate tangible change for all of my patients. To me, this means utilizing evidence-based psychotherapeutic methods with medication management as appropriate for achieving personal goals and inner wellness.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Oscar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Oxford, Ascension, Curative, Providence Health Plan,
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Humana Medicare Advantage,
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Florida Blue, Oscar, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage, Oxford, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Devoted Health Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Advantage, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, PTSD, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Oscar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Oxford, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Florida Blue, Oscar, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage, Oxford, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Devoted Health Medicare Advantage, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Humana Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, OCD, Relationship issues, Transgender issues, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Oscar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Oxford, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management,
Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Oscar, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Oxford, Carelon Behavioral Health, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health,
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Florida Blue, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Devoted Health Medicare Advantage, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Humana Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan,
I am a licensed psychologist with 20 years of experience providing therapy to adults. I specialize in helping people feel more confident in themselves and in their relationships.
People often work with me in times of change such as a break up or a new relationship, job stress, parenting, or a new stage in life. I also enjoy working with women experiencing perinatal issues and caregivers/care partners of loved ones with dementia or Alzheimer's Disease.
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Physical health issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma, Women's issues,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Providence Health Plan,
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Stress management, Substance use / addiction,
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Florida Blue, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Providence Health Plan,
About our therapists serving Gainesville, FL
- 98%Anxiety
- 93%Depression
- 88%Stress management
- 78%Relationship issues
- 77%Trauma
- 99%Aetna
- 92%Cigna
- 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 66%Ascension
- 53%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 98%English
- 19%Spanish
- 2%Haitian Creole
- 1%French
- 1%Portuguese
- 87%Online only
- 13%In-person or online
- 82%Woman
- 18%Man
- 39%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 26%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 9%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 8%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 6%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 99%Individual therapy
- 35%Family therapy
- 26%Couples therapy
- 16%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Gainesville
Searching for therapists in Gainesville starts with knowing what kind of support you want and which therapist background fits your needs. Gainesville therapists may list experience with concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, and life transitions. As you compare options, look for therapists whose listed specialties, therapy style, and experience match what you want to focus on. Bios can also help you understand how a therapist works, what sessions may feel like, and whether their approach fits your preferences.
In a smaller city like Gainesville, local in-person therapy options may be more limited by neighborhood, schedule, and availability. Virtual therapy can expand your search across Florida while still letting you work with a therapist licensed in the state. When narrowing your options, consider whether the therapist is accepting new patients, offers appointment times that fit your calendar, and provides a free phone consultation. Reading profiles before booking can help you compare communication style, session structure, and areas of focus in one place.
Therapy in Gainesville can be a significant investment without insurance, and using in-network coverage is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you find therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and choose from in-person or virtual appointments. You can browse therapists in Gainesville, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.
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