iTunes Video PodcastJudith was born and raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota. A resident of Tampa for the last 26 years, Judith has been active in her work and community. Her hobbies include reading, exercise, interacting with friends and family (including her 2 dogs and one cat) and participating in activities that increase both her knowledge base and her spirituality. She is the proud mother of two grown sons. Judith offers flexible and Saturday hours.
Coalition of Counselors (A-Z)
The coalition of counselors are therapists that we have met with, screened and deemed safe to provide counseling to members of our community.
This is how they have answered the following questions:
- Do you believe homosexuality is a sin? No
- Do you believe gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered people should have the right to marry and adopt children? Yes
- Do you believe that homosexuality is in any way secondary or less than heterosexuality? No
They have all signed the following statement:
"I believe that all people are created equal and entitled to all civil rights and liberties as available in this country; that all people deserve to feel safe and free to be authentic within their families, jobs and communities; and that oppression of the LGBT community must end."
Are you a counselor who'd like to join the Coalition? Please Contact Us.
Do you know a counselor who you think should be included? Nominate them here!
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Judith Sachs 12108 North 56th StreetTampa, FL 33617813 205-8153813 961-6433
Accepts Insurance? SomeAverage Session Cost: $100 - $130/hrTypes of Payment Accepted:Degree: Master of Social WorkSchool: University of Minnesota
Age Specialites:ChildrenAdolescentsAdultsEldersFamily, Couple, Group:IndividualsCouplesFamiliesLanguages Spoken (in addition to English): EnglishFields of Practice:Coming Out (Inviting In)GayLesbianBisexualQuestioningRelationship with Family of OriginRelationship with Religion of OriginSpiritual ViolenceBullyingAbandonmentAddiction/Substance AbuseAgingAnxiety/FearChronic PainDepressionDivorce/SeparationDomestic AbuseDomestic ViolenceEating DisordersIsolation/LonelinessParentingRelationshipStressSelf-Worth/Self-EsteemTrauma/PTSDType(s) of Therapy: BehavioralCoachingCognitive-BehavioralEclecticGestaltHumanisticJungianInterpersonalLife ReviewMindfulnessPsychodynamicPsychoeducationPlay TherapySolution-focused Brief Therapy
Hours: All DaysWays of Meeting:In person at physical location aboveBy phoneVideoconferencing, such as Skype
I believe in the inherent worth and value of all people. It is my honor and privilege to help others and offer an objective and LGBT friendly practice, where clients are treated with the respect that they are deserving of. I have both mentors and friends who are LGBT that I deeply love and respect. I consider myself a student in humanity. I learn from my clients as much as I hope to aid them on their life journey.
Cognitive behaviorally based, but use alternative treatment modalities as desired.
My late parents advised all of their children to choose a life work that would be helpful and useful to others. Along with a good sense of humor, I try to advise my clients through honoring their experiences, as well as advising/teaching/coaching in the present. I am deeply pleased when I can aid someone to walk through their pain to the other side. I have always felt strongly from a young age that counseling others is what I was meant to do.
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Chip Schaaff 950 S Tamiami Trail Ste. 202Sarasota, FL 34236941-366-1410
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Jill T Schechter, LCSW 1001 N Washington Blvd. Ste 211Sarasota, FL 34236941-330-1096
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Lawerence R. Schitea, LMFT 5319 Paylor LnSarasota,, FL 34240941-747-7006
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Les Schulz, LMHC, PA 11983 Tamiami Trail N Ste 124Naples, FL 34110239-287-1827
Accepts Insurance? SomeAverage Session Cost: Sliding ScaleTypes of Payment Accepted:Degree: Lic MH5244 FloridaSchool: Illinois BENYears in Practice: 15+
Age Specialites:AdolescentsAdultsFamily, Couple, Group:IndividualsCouplesFamiliesGroupsLanguages Spoken (in addition to English):Fields of Practice:Addiction/Substance AbuseAnxiety/FearDepressionEating DisordersPersonality DisorderRelationshipType(s) of Therapy: PsychodynamicOther
“I help persons with depression, anxiety and eating disorders. I also help couples and families regain and strengthen their relationships through couples and family counseling. I am a licensed clinician in private practice in Naples, Fl with over 17 years of clinical experience treating various emotional disorders. I have experience treating adults, adolescence, families and couples. My treatment philosophy is simply that persons have the ability to change behavior, emotions and thinking when their issues are explored in a non-threatening supportive environment and when the therapy supports autonomy and personal effectiveness.
I have extensive experience treating individuals couples and families. I am also experienced in the treatment of depression, anxiety, ocd and eating disorders.
My approach to treatment is to effectively explore the client's own abilities to develop healthy coping strategies, In therapy we explore healthy options and eliminate unhealthy and self-destructive behaviors through enhancing a sense of self.”
Mr. Les Schulz offers a free phone consultation.
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Christopher Seavey 9853 N Tamiami Trail Ste 213Naples, FL 34108239-595-7775
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Dr. Aina Segal, Ed.D., LMHC 1648 Bonita LaneSarasota, FL 34239941-364-7000
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Kimberly D Smith, LMHC 504 Payne ParkwaySarasota, FL 34237941-343-7244
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Dr. Laura Streyffeler 2204 Brevard AvenueFort Myers, FL 33917239-822-1699
Accepts Insurance? NoAverage Session Cost: $135 - $150/hrTypes of Payment Accepted:Degree: PhDSchool: Capella University
Age Specialites:AdolescentsAdultsFamily, Couple, Group:IndividualsCouplesFamiliesGroupsLanguages Spoken (in addition to English):Fields of Practice:Coming Out (Inviting In)GayLesbianBisexualTransgenderQuestioningHomophobia - InternalHomophobia - ExternalRelationship with Family of OriginRelationship with Religion of OriginSpiritual ViolenceAbandonmentAddiction/Substance AbuseAnxiety/FearDepressionDivorce/SeparationDomestic AbuseDomestic ViolenceEating DisordersIsolation/LonelinessObsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)ParentingRelationshipStressSelf-Worth/Self-EsteemSexual DysfunctionTrauma/PTSDType(s) of Therapy: BehavioralCognitive-BehavioralEclecticHumanisticPsychoeducationSex TherapySolution-focused Brief TherapyValidationOther
Ways of Meeting:In person at physical location aboveBy phoneOther
Life if often hard/traumatic enough for many of the clients that I see. I don't believe that clients should ever be re-victimized by working with a therapist who doesn't "get it" ,when it comes to the additional struggles many LGBT clients have when seeking counseling, support or related services,,,,or worse doesn't want to. Yes, I have many friends who are LBGT and have for many years.
The primary focus of my practice is trauma,more specifically domestic and/or sexual violence (childhood sexual abuse/incest, as well as adult sexual assault both in and out of relationships). I also have a great deal of experience working with addiction,general relationship issues, and self-mutilating and/or self-sabatoging behaviors. I am a credentialed as a Board Certified Expert in Traumatic Stress,and Clinically Certified Expert in Domestic Violence and Forensic counseling.
"When the you turn on the light, the darkness disappears" (author unknown)
If you are struggling with an issue related to your relationship or marriage, domestic violence, sexual abuse, rape, trauma, depression, anxiety, addictions, or other problems,I can help.”
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Christina Roach, MA, NCC 425 S. Orleans Ave.Tampa, FL 33606813-784-8952
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Areas of Practice: Step Family Integration, Relationships, Parenting and Step Parenting, Gay/Lesbian, Life Transitions, Personal Growth/Self-Esteem, Stress and Anger Management, Adults & Adolescents.
As a Stepfamily Coach, Therapist, and National Certified Counselor, I provide Couples & Family Counseling, Stepfamily Coaching, and Individual Therapy in a nonjudgmental, caring environment.
My mission is to help individuals, couples, and families make their experience in Œstep‚ successful. While I specialize in stepfamily issues, I have many clients with non-step concerns including: relationship concerns; women‚s issues; self-esteem issues; life transitions; GLBT issues; stress and anger management; and personal growth.