Find a therapist in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL — covered by insurance
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Find mental healthcare support in Ponte Vedra Beach with 9,122 licensed providers offering flexible in-person and virtual sessions. Headway connects you with empowering, solution-oriented providers across San Marco, Riverside, and Five Points neighborhoods, with many sessions covered by insurance at an average savings of 75%.
Hi, I'm Sara Buchanan, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida, and the owner of SSB Counseling Services, based in Jacksonville, Florida. I earned my Master of Science degree in 2023 at the University of North Florida in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. I received Dialectical Behavioral Therapy informed training during her practicum and internship. I also specialize in treating eating disorders and body image concerns.
With over 17 years of experience practicing therapy with children and teens in a variety of settings I have extensive knowledge helping children and families overcome mental health challenges. I believe in making therapy fun and engaging for your child. If they are struggling with difficulties at home or school, I can teach them coping skills so they can help themselves feel better. I help parents navigate behavioral challenges and will work with you to rebuild your relationship with your child.
As a romantic at heart, who is also well-grounded in her Christian faith, I have a passion for helping individuals achieve relational harmony in every aspect of their lives. Whether you are single, dating, engaged, or married, I can assist with self discovery and positive growth, while keeping Christ at the forefront of our journey together. I see both individuals and couples.
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.
I am Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a concentration in Lifespan Development and a minor in Child and Family Development from Georgia Southern University, and went on to complete my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of North Florida.
My background includes working with children, teens, and families in both educational and therapeutic settings, as well as most recently supporting individuals and groups in addiction and recovery programs. I am certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) through Florida Atlantic University and integrate evidence-based approaches including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness practices, and strengths-based strategies. My clinical interests include supporting clients through persistent depression and anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, and identity exploration. I also welcome partners and families into therapy, believing that healing and growth often take shape within our most important relationships.
I received my B.S. in Psychology and my M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Florida. I have a history of working in community mental health and in private practice. I have experience that allows me to meet a client where they are whether that means working through daily life challenges or healing from a lifetime of complex trauma.
Clients often describe me as someone who is "easy to talk to", has a great sense of humor, and is down to earth. After 26 years as a full time therapist, I bring a blend of compassion, experience, and wisdom. I welcome the opportunity to meet and hear your story.
Recently I also published a best selling book, Self-Love Workbook For Women: Release Self-Doubt, Build Self-Compassion, and Embrace Who You Are. (2020) and Be Kind to Yourself: A 52-Week Workbook to Nurture Your Beautiful Self Through the Good Times, the Messy Times, and All the Seasons in Between (2022).
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.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
- 99%Anxiety
- 93%Depression
- 90%Stress management
- 84%Trauma
- 79%Relationship issues
- 100%Aetna
- 90%Cigna
- 80%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 59%Ascension
- 52%Oxford
- 100%English
- 7%Spanish
- 1%Dutch
- 1%French
- 1%Hindi
- 98%In-person or online
- 2%In-person only
- 83%Woman
- 16%Man
- 1%Non-binary
- 59%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 20%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 6%Licensed Psychologist
- 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 5%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 100%Individual therapy
- 31%Family therapy
- 26%Couples therapy
- 23%Child or adolescent therapy
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Factors to Consider When Choosing an Anxiety Therapist in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
Searching for therapists in Ponte Vedra Beach starts with finding someone whose training fits what you want support with. People look for therapy for many reasons, including anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, work stress, and life transitions. As you compare therapists, look for specialties and approaches that match your needs, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed therapy, family therapy, or couples counseling. A therapist’s profile can also show how they describe their style, what sessions may focus on, and the concerns they commonly support.
In a smaller coastal community like Ponte Vedra Beach, nearby in-person options may be more limited than in a larger city. Virtual therapy can expand your search across Florida while keeping care connected to your schedule. You may also want to consider appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new clients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation before booking. Reading bios before you schedule can help you compare communication style, experience, and fit across local and virtual options.
Therapy in Ponte Vedra Beach can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand your expected out-of-pocket cost before your first appointment. Headway makes it easier to search for therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, review detailed profiles, check estimated costs, and book directly when you’re ready.
If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.
If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.
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