ADHD therapists and psychiatrists in Navarre, FL

I am a bilingual therapist who offers a supportive space for individuals from diverse backgrounds. I specializes in helping clients manage anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness, I work with both children and adults to find healing and create positive change in their lives.

I don't believe anyone's story is ever over. Life can leave us carrying burdens we never expected. Anxiety, depression, broken relationships, grief, trauma, addiction, or simply the weight of holding everything together can make it feel like peace is out of reach. But I believe that pain does not define you, and it does not get the final word. As a Christian counselor, it is my mission to help people find hope and strength in the middle of life's hardest moments. Healing doesn't pretend the past never happened, but it does mean that your wounds don't have to control your future. I utilize a mix of evidence based practices, which includes trauma informed care, that align with God's design to help you get as close as you can to the peace you were designed to live with.

Meredith Brainard is a double Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner with over 14 years of experience and providing care of patients and varied settings. Meredith has experience in working with all ages across the lifespan, including children, adolescence, adults, and geriatrics.

Hello! I have over 25 years of experience walking alongside individuals through both challenging and transformative moments. I believe people heal best when they feel genuinely seen, understood, and supported, and I strive to create a therapeutic space where clients can safely explore their emotions, experiences, and personal growth without judgment.

I help individuals build resilience, expand their capacity to tolerate distress, and strengthen emotional regulation skills that support long-term well-being. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s unique needs and goals. I believe meaningful change happens over time, and I work to support clients in growing at a pace that feels both safe and empowering.

I’m not your typical therapist—and I don’t try to be. I’m warm, honest, and believe a little humor belongs in therapy when it fits. I specialize in helping adults navigate trauma, anxiety, ADHD, relationship challenges, and identity, especially when old patterns leave you feeling stuck or disconnected from yourself. My goal is to create a space that feels less clinical and more like a grounded, genuine conversation where you can reconnect with yourself, heal, and make room for more joy and ease.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 8 years of experience and I also hold a Certified Master's Level Addiction Professional ( MCAP). I have worked in a wide variety of settings with a focus on individual counseling. My specialties include anxiety, depression, substance abuse, trauma, domestic violence, borderline personality disorder, narcissistic abuse, and ADHD.

When did life become so complicated? Are you struggle managing that never ending list of to-do's and responsibilities? Maybe you're simply feeling overwhelmed? Being pulled in so many directions, can make taking a breath seem impossible. With the never-ending hustle and bustle, experiencing symptoms like: anxiety, depression, low self-worth or negative thinking are more common than you may think. The most important thing to remember is You Are Not Alone! You deserve to find life fulfillment.

Quick Facts & Credentials

• 🎓 Highest Education: Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, FGCU
• 📜 Professional Status: LMHC
• 🏆 Certifications: EMDR Trained
• 🧠 Specialties: Teens/ Young Adults, Adults, Geriatric and Couples
• 🛠️ Approach: Acceptance, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness
• 📍 Service Area: Punta Gorda and Statewide via Telehealth

I believe that prioritizing your mental health is a major key to a happy, fulfilling life. Seeking help can be one of the hardest parts, so congratulations on taking that step! I’ve been practicing for 5 years, but before I was a therapist I taught high school. Because of my background in education, I love working with young adult females who are struggling with identity, self-confidence, anxiety and depression.

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than a decade of experience caring for children, teens, and adults. My goal is to help each person better understand their symptoms and discover practical ways to improve their overall quality of life. I specialize in treating ADHD, behavioral concerns, anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood changes.