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I incorporate holistic approaches to help patients improve their circumstances, supporting them every step of the way. I believe p...
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I incorporate holistic approaches to help patients improve their circumstances, supporting them every step of the way. I believe patience, trust, and communication are the foundation for success.
Elizabeth Chouindard is a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 15 years of healthcare experience in psychiatric and ER/trauma settings. She cares for patients across the lifespan and supports children, teens, adults, and seniors dealing with behavioral issues, mental stress, life transitions, grief, depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. Elizabeth strives to build genuine connections with those open to change and tailors treatment to each individual, focusing on lifestyle, wellness, and mental health.
Elizabeth has a Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University. While medication management is a valuable tool, she also integrates holistic approaches to support overall well-being. Elizabeth’s approach is rooted in patience, trust, and communication, ensuring everyone feels supported in their journey toward improved mental health and quality of life.
Seeking mental health care can feel overwhelming, but Elizabeth is here to help. With compassionate, personalized care, she is ready to support and empower you to take control of your well-being. Reach out—you’re not alone.
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I believe every person has unique strengths, and I’m dedicated to helping you discover and build on those strengths in a way that ...
I believe every person has unique strengths, and I’m dedicated to helping you discover and build on those strengths in a way that feels authentic and empowering.
I am a Registered Clinical Social Work Intern with 7 years of experience focusing on family systems, trauma-focused therapy, and counseling for children, adolescents, and young adults. My work is grounded in compassion, cultural awareness, and a deep understanding of how early life experiences shape emotional development. I bring extensive experience in case management and behavioral health, supporting clients navigating mental health challenges and emotional struggles with empathy and professionalism.
I hold a Master’s in Social Work from Florida State University. My approach is client-centered, strength-based, and trauma-informed, helping clients identify their goals, develop resilience, and heal at their own pace. I create a collaborative, safe space that fosters trust, self-awareness, and lasting emotional growth.
I know opening up can be hard, but when you’re ready, I’m here to help you explore what’s on your mind in a safe and supportive way. My goal is to empower you to build the tools and confidence needed to navigate life’s challenges. I look forward to connecting and supporting you on your healing journey.
As a clinician with lived experience balancing caregiving, resilience, and rebuilding, I understand the deep need for safety, comp...
As a clinician with lived experience balancing caregiving, resilience, and rebuilding, I understand the deep need for safety, compassion, and a place to breathe.
I am a registered mental health counselor intern (RMHCI) with 1 year of experience supporting adults navigating trauma, chronic stress, burnout, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. I often work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck in survival mode, or disconnected from themselves, as well as high-functioning clients who have spent years prioritizing others and are seeking clarity, balance, and emotional grounding.
I earned my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Capella University. My clinical background includes work in outpatient, community, and school-based settings. I use a trauma-informed, nervous-system-aware approach that integrates mindfulness-based practices, parts work, and somatic awareness to support emotional regulation and insight.
You do not have to navigate this alone. I strive to create a safe, compassionate space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to understand your patterns, process unresolved experiences, and build healthier relationships with yourself and others. When you are ready, I invite you to take the next step toward the care you deserve.
My goal is to help you feel supported, valued, and empowered as you take steps toward healing and growth....
My goal is to help you feel supported, valued, and empowered as you take steps toward healing and growth.
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 2 years of experience in the mental health field. In my practice, I provide care for individuals facing a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and other mood or behavioral health concerns. I am dedicated to offering compassionate, evidence-based support to help clients improve their mental well-being and achieve lasting change.
I earned my Master’s in Nursing from Florida State University, where I strengthened my clinical expertise and commitment to delivering individualized care. My training emphasized evidence-based treatment approaches, which I continue to integrate into my practice to provide effective and meaningful support for clients.
I view therapy as a collaborative journey and strive to create a safe, welcoming environment where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered. My goal is to help individuals explore challenges, build resilience, and develop strategies that foster emotional health and personal growth.
I’m an open-minded therapist who uses a trauma-informed, psychodynamic approach to help clients build insight, heal, and create a ...
I’m an open-minded therapist who uses a trauma-informed, psychodynamic approach to help clients build insight, heal, and create a fulfilling life of their own choosing.
I am a registered mental health counselor intern (RMHCI) with 2 years of experience supporting clients who want to heal, grow, and feel more connected to themselves and others. I take a trauma-informed, holistic approach that honors the mind, body, and spirit. I help individuals and families navigate life transitions, relationship stress, anxiety, depression, and attachment concerns so they can build emotional strength and create more meaningful relationships and inner peace.
I earned my master’s in mental health counseling from Jacksonville University. I use trauma-informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy to meet you where you are and help you build insight, strengthen coping skills, and support meaningful growth.
My style is gentle and empowering. I believe healing begins when you feel safe enough to explore your experiences with compassion and curiosity. Clients describe me as calm and grounded, and I strive to offer that same steady presence in every session. I look forward to helping you move toward clarity, confidence, and lasting emotional well-being.
As an individual with lived experience navigating adversity, I understand how important it is to feel truly seen and understood. I...
As an individual with lived experience navigating adversity, I understand how important it is to feel truly seen and understood. I bring honesty, consistency, and empathy to create a space where you can feel safe, supported, and heard.
Sha-Londa Neely is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with 4 years of experience in the mental health field. She is highly dedicated to helping adolescents, adults, and couples navigate difficult situations and triumph over them. Her areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, grief, stress, trauma, self-esteem, women's issues, and life transitions. She aims to empower her clients and help them embrace their most authentic selves.
Sha-Londa completed her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Jacksonville University. Her life and professional experiences equipped her with the necessary tools to support and guide her clients to achieve their goals. She provides a safe, judgment-free environment for her clients to share and explore who they are or want to become.
As we navigate this unpredictable world, we all encounter challenges we may need help working through. Sha-Londa is committed to helping you navigate those challenges and accompanying you on your journey to wholeness and fulfillment. If you are ready to address your concerns and/or regain control of your life, schedule an appointment with her today!
As a Catholic mother of two, I understand the demands of family life, relationships, parenthood, and the search for spiritual fulf...
As a Catholic mother of two, I understand the demands of family life, relationships, parenthood, and the search for spiritual fulfillment.
Elizabeth Kulikov is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 3 years of experience who loves hearing others’ stories. She works with individuals, couples, and families of all ages dealing with concerns including anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, sexual abuse, grief, and personality disorders. Elizabeth seeks to help people uncover self-defeating thought patterns, stop self-sabotaging behaviors, and heal the wounds of past trauma and abuse. She believes that when we do not receive the consistency, nurturing, and instruction we need and deserve as children, it creates deficits that can be rectified and healed.
Elizabeth received her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Florida. She draws heavily on cognitive behavioral, strengths-based, and dialectical behavioral therapy modalities. Elizabeth leverages clients' strengths to help them solve their problems.
What are you going through? What have you been through? How is your life different now than you would like it to be? Elizabeth loves helping people see things through new perspectives and looks forward to working with you to make positive changes!
As a survivor of abuse and a conqueror of anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder, I understand the complexities o...
As a survivor of abuse and a conqueror of anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder, I understand the complexities of these disorders but have done the work not to allow anything to control or define my day or my life.
Kesha Sterling is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with over 3 years of experience. She specializes in assisting adults who have a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, panic disorders, relationship issues, and addiction, as well as mood and personality disorders. Kesha has expertise in working with the addiction population, women, and couples.
Kesha received her Master of Science in Psychology from the University of Phoenix and is pursuing her doctoral degree. She utilizes a variety of clinical approaches that are personalized for client-specific needs including cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoeducational therapy, mindfulness-based methods, and motivational interviewing.
Kesha is committed to partnering with clients and helping them navigate their mental landscapes and address emotional disorders that affect their lives. She believes that we are only limited when we limit ourselves. If you are ready to begin, schedule an appointment with Kesha today!
Ann Taylor is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Addictions Professional in the State of Florida who has over 10 yea...
Ann Taylor is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Addictions Professional in the State of Florida who has over 10 years of experience providing clinical assessments and therapeutic care to adult male Inmates in the State of Florida Correctional System who suffer from depression, anxiety schizophrenia, trauma, and self-injurious behavior and 13 years of experience providing substance abuse counseling to adults who have received DUIs, have pain management issues, and alcohol and drug abuse and dependence. Ann completed her Bachelor of Arts in Criminology at the University of Memphis and received her Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University. Ann utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution focused approaches to therapy, sustaining flexibility, inspiration, and resourcefulness to meet the wishes of her patients. Ann strives to form a warm, honest, caring and supporting rapport to help facilitate developing your strengths and to work in partnership to provide lifelong skills to enhance your goals and ensure that you experience the meaningful life you desire.
Helping families navigate through their struggles and finding effective approaches based on their needs is a priority for me as a ...
Helping families navigate through their struggles and finding effective approaches based on their needs is a priority for me as a mental health professional.
Goulnissa Outechova is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 17 years of experience in the field. Goulnissa works with clients of different ages and her main focus is helping families and children cope with their challenges, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, stress, interpersonal relationships, communication skills, and parenting.
Goulnissa Outechova was educated in Russia and obtained her master’s degree in education and psychology. She continued her studies in the U.S. to meet the educational criteria for Licensure in Mental Health in the state of Florida. Goulnissa got licensed in the state of Florida in 2013.
Goulnissa will work with you on achieving your therapeutic goals by providing the necessary tools and skills.
As a caring and compassionate person, I am flexible and integrative in my approach in order to meet the needs and desired outcomes...
As a caring and compassionate person, I am flexible and integrative in my approach in order to meet the needs and desired outcomes of each individual.
Dr. Jennifer Richie, DNP is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C). She is passionate about providing quality compassionate and comprehensive mental health services to adolescents and adults. Jennifer possesses strong clinical skills enhanced by her natural ability to build rapport with patients and families. Her background includes child and adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, and addiction medicine.
She earned her Doctorate in Nursing Practice at Chamberlain University, her graduate degree at Georgetown University, and her undergraduate degree at Drexel University. She follows evidence-based guidelines blended with clinical experience, personal observation, and intuition.
As a PMHNP, Jennifer’s role is multifaceted, including managing care in inpatient and outpatient settings, executive leadership, working as a mental health advocate, and providing therapy. She has a deep interest in the prevention of mental illness and promoting mental wellness.
Having worked with a wide variety of children and families, I understand that each child, sibling, and parent is on their own uniq...
Having worked with a wide variety of children and families, I understand that each child, sibling, and parent is on their own unique journey that requires a tailored approach to bring them closer to healing.
Raina Smith is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 2 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping children, teens, parents, and families address their unique challenges and help them live more fulfilled lives. Raina specializes in autism, anxiety, anger, behavioral issues, and parenting struggles.
Raina Smith completed her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Jacksonville University. Raina utilizes different treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and cinema therapy. Cinema therapy allows clients to learn more about themselves and gain a whole new perspective by exploring storylines and connecting to characters.
Life brings about challenges that can be difficult to manage. Raina is confident that she can support you and your family while creating a safe and unique space tailored to your needs and goals. If you are ready to take the next steps, schedule an appointment with her today.
Stacey Grant is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over 5 years of experience providing therapeutic services to adults...
Stacey Grant is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over 5 years of experience providing therapeutic services to adults, couples, and families with co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), trauma, and addiction.
Stacey completed her Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Child Psychology at North Florida University and her Master of Science (MA) in Addiction Counseling at Grand Canyon University with continuing education in mental health. She is a Master Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP).
Stacey seeks to establish a hopeful and caring relationship with you in order to assist you in your journey to achieve your goals and live the life you desire to live. She utilizes a collaboration of cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, mindfulness, and solution-focused approaches to therapy. Stacey is always aware that each individual is different and will make sure the approach matches the individual’s needs and wants.
As a therapist who also serves many non-professional roles; wife, mother, sibling, and teacher, and who has experience with person...
As a therapist who also serves many non-professional roles; wife, mother, sibling, and teacher, and who has experience with personal grief and loss, I validate and empathize the ups and downs that life throws at us on our journey. With full understanding and compassion, I am here to help you navigate those twists and turns so that you can become the best version of yourself.
Lisa Maddox is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has been working with kids and families in education since 2006 and working in the counseling field since 2020. She is passionate about helping people process and work through grief and major life changes. Lisa believes it takes a village to help a family prosper and enjoys working with all parts of the family unit (kids, adolescents, parents, couples, and family therapy) to help them grow and thrive.
Lisa completed her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology, her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Social Science Secondary Education at Florida State University, and her Master of Science (MS) in Mental Health Counseling at Jacksonville University. She worked as a public high school teacher for 15 years and Lisa is ready to “teach” you and your family the tools and skills you need to succeed in your unique situation. To do this, Lisa utilizes treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, and client-centered therapy.
In a world that is tough and constantly changing, Lisa challenges you to pause for a few minutes a day and begin the journey to making your life more than just about survival. If you are ready to learn who you are and how you have made it this far in your journey, Lisa will work closely with you in this discovery, and provide you with new tools to support your ever-growing strength to overcoming life's challenges. If you are ready to get to know the most important person in the world, yourself, schedule an appointment with her today!
As a queer-identifying person, I understand and support self-exploration as it relates to identity, intersectionality, and authent...
As a queer-identifying person, I understand and support self-exploration as it relates to identity, intersectionality, and authenticity.
Elsa Juall is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with the state of Florida. Elsa has years of experience and a passion for collaborating with families and LGBTQIA+ youth. She specializes in supporting adolescents, adults with LGBTQIA+ identities, and/or those who are suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma, coping skills, and major life transitions.
Elsa completed her Master's degree in Social Work at the University of North Florida and maintains a certification in Animal-Assisted Therapies in Counseling (AAT-C). Elsa utilizes collaborative, strengths-based (SBT), mindfulness-based, cognitive behavioral (CBT), solutions-focused (SFT), and emotionally-focused (EFT) approaches to therapy. She also integrates expressive arts and motivational interviewing (MI) techniques into the clinical setting.
While we all endure challenges in life, Elsa is confident that she is able to support you in optimizing your resiliency. By building upon personal strengths and the authentic self, Elsa is committed to helping you meet your goals in order to live the fulfilling life that you deserve.
I view the counseling relationship as a partnership in which you, the client, are the expert on you, and the best outcomes occur w...
I view the counseling relationship as a partnership in which you, the client, are the expert on you, and the best outcomes occur when you and I both bring our respective knowledge and expertise to the table.
Jessica C. O'Brien is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Qualified Supervisor in the state of Florida who has over 17 years of experience working with clients of all ages seeking assistance with a variety of challenges and concerns. She is currently accepting clients 18 years of age and older.
Jessica earned her Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of North Florida and has worked in a variety of settings, including a college counseling center, community mental health agencies, and private practice settings. She uses a combination of cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, strengths-based, and solution-focused therapies to work together with clients to create personalized goals and treatment plans aimed at helping them make the changes they’d like to see, including living a healthier, more satisfying, and self-directed life. She also has experience working with clients who would like to include their spiritual, religious, and faith beliefs in counseling.
When participating in therapy, it’s important to find a counselor with whom you feel comfortable and can openly share the challenges you are facing. Jessica is committed to fostering a respectful and safe therapeutic environment where you can be your authentic self as you work towards making changes in your life. She views the counseling relationship as a partnership in which the client is the expert on themselves and the best outcomes occur when both she and the client bring their respective knowledge and expertise to the therapeutic relationship.
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My go-to approach for helping people in online therapy is a combination of person-centered therapy and existential therapy. Both approaches encourage the client to grow and change.
I teach the following tools in online therapy: Journaling and taking an honest look at yourself, breathing techniques to address anxiety, and prioritizing personal time for self-care.
I know a client is making meaningful progress in online therapy when they are consistently demonstrating a decrease in the presenting symptoms and when they have met certain goals that we established at the beginning of our sessions.
Clients can supplement their time in online therapy with relaxation (using mindfulness), proper sleep, and some form of physical activity.
To prepare for your first online therapy session, you can try to not worry about what you are going to say and be honest with your therapist.
With Thriveworks, Online therapy is an effective alternative to in-person therapy services in which a client can speak to a Thriveworks therapist remotely via online video conferencing. Online sessions are just as effective as in-person treatment, but they can also provide added benefits like reduced travel time, saving money on transportation or childcare, and increased access to care.
Online therapy works much like traditional in-person therapy but takes place through secure video conferencing. Clients can attend Online therapy from any safe place they choose that has access to the internet, whether that be their home or another easily accessible place. Like in-person treatment, a therapist will work with their client to address their concerns, create goals, and establish an effective treatment plan.
There is no best option for online therapy—instead, it’s best to focus on finding a provider that meets your specific needs and with whom you can form a professional connection with.
Yes, online therapy is just as effetive for many clients as in-person sessions.
Online therapy can last for a few months to years depending on the goals and symptoms of the client. The treatment process will be unique to each client and lend itself to their specific concerns, which means that the time it takes to treat them will always be different. Timing is also up to the client themselves; they are free to stop therapy whenever they please, especially if they feel they have reached their goals and addressed their concerns.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
Every single one of us fights battles that we’d rather not be a part of. We develop symptoms of a mental illness that we don’t understand or know how to manage; we lose a loved one, suddenly and unexpectedly; we grapple with guilt or regret about our past decisions; we struggle to find the happiness, the success, or the fulfillment we’re looking for, both personally and professionally.
I may not know what for I am here at this point, but maybe I will see the better things after I pass this. Maybe the lessons can only be seen in retrospect. Maybe I will appreciate the growth when I look back in time. Maybe, the best that I can do now is to give my all to carve my path, let go of the things I do not have control over, and try to make the best out of my time and choices. So that after this part of my journey, I could say, I turned out better.”
I may not know what for I am here at this point, but maybe I will see the
better things after I pass this. Maybe the lessons can only be seen in retrospect.
Maybe I will appreciate the growth when I look back in time. Maybe, the best that
I can do now is to give my all to carve my path, let go of the things I do not have
control over, and try to make the best out of my time and choices. So that
after this part of my journey, I could say, I turned out better.”
–Jerico Silvers
There’s no beating around the bush—these battles can make living life day to day hard. Fortunately, there are professionals who are dedicated to helping people just like you solve these problems. Therapists, counselors, coaches, and psychologists are dedicated to helping individuals live better.
Thriveworks therapists can help you as soon as today or tomorrow. And guess what? If you prefer it, you can work with them online from the comfort of your own home. That’s right, one of the many mental health services we offer is online counseling. If you’re interested in online counseling benefits, call Thriveworks Counseling in Jacksonville, FL right now at (904) 507-6712.
If you do decide to work with an online therapist, you will have several options: you can choose to work with your therapist over the phone, videoconference, or email. Regardless of which option you choose, you can expect to experience the following benefits in online therapy:
To summarize, online counseling offers convenience, comfort, effectiveness, affordability, quickness, and flexibility. These benefits can prove crucial to one’s experience in therapy or counseling. If you’re ready to experience these benefit, reach out to Thriveworks Jacksonville today to schedule your appointment.
Thriveworks is a known and trusted brand. You don’t have to worry whether your online therapist or counselor will have the right skills, training, or experience to help you. All of the providers we partner with are fully licensed and they possess irreplaceable skills and experience that enable them to help their clients—additionally, they undergo an intensive training process.
If you are interested in online counseling, reach out to Thriveworks Counseling in Jacksonville, FL today. You can get to work with a reputable, experienced, and caring counselor as soon as today or tomorrow. All you have to do is call (904) 507-6712 to schedule your appointment.
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