iTunes Video PodcastCoalition 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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Tory Wilcox 3215 Hendricks Ave Ste 3Jacksonville, FL 32207904-476-5242
Accepts Insurance? NoAverage Session Cost: $100 - $130/hrTypes of Payment Accepted:CashCheckDegree: BA, MBA, MASchool: Harvard, Columbia, University of North FloridaYears in Practice: 7
Age Specialites: AdultsFamily, Couple, Group:IndividualsGroupsLanguages Spoken (in addition to English):Fields of Practice:Addiction/Substance AbuseAnxiety/FearChronic PainDepressionDomestic ViolenceObsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)Personality DisorderStressSelf-Worth/Self-EsteemTrauma/PTSDType(s) of Therapy: CoachingCognitive-BehavioralHumanisticInterpersonalPsychoeducationValidation
Hours: Days & EveningsWays of Meeting: In person at physical location above
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Janet Wiseman 2200 N Ponce De Leon Blvd. Ste #4St. Augustine, FL 32084904-806-4060904-342-0021
Accepts Insurance?Average Session Cost: $100 - $130/hrTypes of Payment Accepted:CashCheckDegree: MEdSchool: University of North FloridaYears in Practice: 7
Age Specialites:AdolescentsAdultsEldersFamily, Couple, Group: IndividualsLanguages Spoken (in addition to English):Fields of Practice:Coming Out (Inviting In)GayLesbianBisexualQuestioningHomophobia - InternalHomophobia - ExternalRelationship with Family of OriginRelationship with Religion of OriginAbandonmentAnxiety/FearDepressionDivorce/SeparationDomestic AbuseDomestic ViolenceIsolation/LonelinessParentingPhobiasRelationshipStressSelf-Worth/Self-EsteemTrauma/PTSDType(s) of Therapy: Cognitive-BehavioralEclecticLife ReviewMindfulnessPsychodynamicPsychoeducationSolution-focused Brief TherapyValidation
Hours: Days & EveningsWays of Meeting: In person at physical location above
My oldest brother was gay. I can recall the obstacles and biases he encountered growing up in a small town, simply because of his sexual orientation. My brother lived as if always hiding behind a mask, at least he did until he moved away to attend college where he was finally able to live his life by being true to himself. However, without the support system of his friends and family (a very important factor to being well adjusted) he would not have lived as happily or as fulfilled as he did. My brother taught me that sexual orientation does not determine the type of person an individual will be, in fact, it only means that the individual knows how to love.
I have worked with many individuals with developmental and physical disabilities, individuals who have experienced a traumatic event(s) or have been the victim of domestic violence / sexual assault. I have worked with many individuals to set and accomplish their goals and to maintain or improve their level of functioning when experiencing a trauma, crisis situation, overwhelming stress, relationship issues/concerns, or major changes in their lives.
As individual, human beings, we are all unique with varying strengths/weaknesses and/or abilities/disabilities.different life experiences, beliefs and values combine to create us as the person we are. It is my belief that working with individuals through their value/belief system is important. Our thoughts about our difficulties (experiences); such as; relationships, work, finances, heath issues, parenting, etc. determine the feelings we have in response to the experience, which in turn determines our behaviors (responses) to the experiences. My goal, when working with clients in counseling is to understand the unique emotional, mental, physical, and social needs/issues of each client so symptoms can be stabilized /reduced so the client can return to their previous (if not higher) level of functioning at work, home, or socially.
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Dr. Karen Wolman 6000 Metro West Blvd Ste 101Orlando, FL 32835407-493-4045
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Colleen Wright, LMHC 1100 Cesery Blvd. Ste 100Jacksonville, FL 32211904-472-0122
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Renee Garcia Wyden 3617 Crown Point Road Suite 10Jacksonville, FL 32257904-638-7042N/A
Accepts Insurance? SomeAverage Session Cost: OtherTypes of Payment Accepted:CashCheckVisaMasterCardDiscoverDegree: Doctor of Education, Educational LeadershipSchool: University of North FloridaYears in Practice: 12
Age Specialites: AdultsFamily, Couple, Group:IndividualsCouplesLanguages Spoken (in addition to English): EnglishFields of Practice:GayLesbianBisexualTransgenderQuestioningAnxiety/FearDepressionDivorce/SeparationDomestic AbuseDomestic ViolenceIsolation/LonelinessRelationshipStressSelf-Worth/Self-EsteemTrauma/PTSDType(s) of Therapy: CoachingCognitive-BehavioralEclecticPsychoeducationValidation
Hours: Days & EveningsWays of Meeting:In person at physical location aboveBy phoneVideoconferencing, such as Skype
I do believe that all people are created equal and entitled to all civil rights and liberties 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, ESPECIALLY within the social work and mental health fields. Unfortunately, too many times I have come across professionals in these fields that are not an ally to individuals, families, and friends of the LGBT community.
The primary mission of the social work and mental health counseling professions is to enhance human well-being and to help meet the basic human needs of ALL people, with particular attention to the needs and empowerment of people who are vulnerable and/or oppressed.
As a licensed clinical social worker and life coach, my purpose and motivation is to provide competent services to my clientele; to practice with integrity by acknowledging the dignity and worth of every individual who seeks my help, by identifying and valuing the importance of human beings and human relationships, and advocating for social justice.
I proudly proclaim that I am an ally to the LGBT community.
Reneé Garcia Wyden, EdD, LCSW, is a proven licensed clinical social worker, collegiate instructor and life coaching professional. In 1994, Reneé graduated with a B.S. in Liberal Arts and Sciences from the University of Florida, with a major in Psychology and a dual minor in Sociology and Women’s Studies. After graduation she worked at various social service organizations, and in 1998 completed her graduate work at Florida International University where she received a Masters degree in Social Work. Post-Masters she became a licensed clinician and established a full-time private practice. Renee has also worked as an Adjunct Professor at Broward Community College in Fort Lauderdale, and also at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville. In 2002 she decided to continue her educational advancement and accepted a position in the Doctoral program at the University of North Florida. Reneé graduated in 2007 with her Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership. She continues to promote positive self-growth and personal change through her counseling, coaching and consulting services.