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Ann Taylor is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Addictions Professional in the State of Florida who has over 10 yea...
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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.
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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 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 4 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!
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.
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Substance abuse counseling can help people manage their urges to use the substance they’re addicted to. In addition, it can help people manage the challenges that stem from their substance abuse from relationship issues to problems at work as well as those that their addiction may stem from like trauma.
Thriveworks substance abuse counseling in Jacksonville, FL works by helping one understand the underlying causes of their substance abuse, teaching them coping strategies, and recognizing their specific triggers. Long-term or ongoing substance abuse counseling can also help to prevent relapse.
Thriveworks substance abuse counseling in Jacksonville, FL is conducted both in person and through online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The length of substance abuse counseling depends on the individual’s needs, the extent and severity of their substance abuse, and the problems that might stem from it. That said, people can make meaningful progress in substance abuse counseling in the first weeks to months.
Do you think you might have a substance abuse or addiction problem? Consider working with a substance abuse counselor at Thriveworks Jacksonville. We have skilled, caring counselors and therapists who specialize in helping people just like you to manage their symptoms as well as their addiction. And they are ready to help you. Call us today at (904) 507-6712 to schedule an appointment for substance abuse help.
Substance use disorder (SUD), or drug addiction, is when an individual’s obsessive use of alcohol or another substance causes significant problems in major areas of life, such as one’s work, relationships, or their health. Commonly abused substances include prescription drugs, which often starts with appropriate use that becomes excessive. Whatever the substance is, the end result is overwhelmingly negative. In other words, nothing good comes from substance use disorder or drug addiction. And it’s important to address this problem quickly.
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5), acknowledges three different levels of substance use disorder: mild, moderate, and severe. The diagnosed level depends on one’s symptoms, of which might include:
Do these symptoms sound familiar? Are they prevalent in your own life? You might have a substance abuse problem. Fortunately, you don’t have to do this alone. You can discuss these symptoms with a therapist who can provide a diagnosis, support, and professional guidance.
Counseling, be it individual therapy or group counseling, is a great treatment option for those with a substance abuse problem. Individual therapy often involves teaching the client the skills needed to deal with their addiction in every facet of life. They will learn to identify and correct harmful thinking patterns as well as behaviors, which will help to prevent them from falling back into their old, harmful habits. That said, the specifics of substance abuse counseling will vary on an individual basis.
Group counseling, as we mentioned above, is another effective treatment option. Why? Because it establishes support and accountability in a peer group of individuals that understand what one another is going through. Many addicts or those with substance abuse problems feel lonely during recovery—but a group setting for substance abuse counseling nicely addresses that problem.
Substance abuse is a common problem— according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 19.7 million American adults battled a substance use disorder in 2017 according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health. Not only is this problem harmful to the individual who suffers with it, but it can harm the lives of those close to the individual, too. This is why seeking treatment for substance abuse is so important.
If you are struggling with substance use disorder or a substance abuse problem, consider working with a counselor at Thriveworks Jacksonville. We have substance abuse counselors on staff who want to help you manage your addiction. Give us a call at (904) 507-6712 to set up an appointment. You’ll have flexible scheduling options to choose from, including extended hours in the evenings and on the weekends. Additionally, we accept most major insurance plans.
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