Gainesville Community Counseling Center (He/Him)
Marriage and Family Therapist, Welcome to the New You!
In-Person in Gainesville, FL 32606
We are a caring and compassionate group practice that offers trauma-informed therapy using a variety of modalities in order assist our clients across multiple areas of growth and wellness.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Group, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Children, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Asian, Black / African American, Hispanic / Latino, LGBTQ+ clients.
Languages: English, Spanish
Treatment Approach
- Biopsychosocial Therapy Takes into account biological, psychological, and social factors in understanding mental health. It looks at the whole person, not just symptoms.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Existential / Humanistic Therapy Encourages people to explore meaning, freedom, and authenticity in their lives. It focuses on personal growth and living in alignment with one’s values.
- Experiential Therapy Involves hands-on activities to bring emotions into the present moment. It helps clients process feelings more deeply than through conversation alone.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) A structured therapy that uses guided eye movements to help process traumatic memories. It is widely recognized for treating PTSD and trauma-related conditions.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
- Feminist Therapy Addresses how gender roles, power, and social inequality affect mental health. It empowers clients to challenge limiting beliefs and systems.
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy Based on decades of research, this method gives couples tools to improve communication, manage conflict, and strengthen intimacy.
- Hypnotherapy Uses guided relaxation and focus to access the subconscious mind. It is often used for habits, anxiety, and pain management.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Multicultural Therapy Acknowledges the role of culture, race, and identity in mental health. It values diversity and adapts treatment to each person’s background.
- Narrative Therapy Encourages people to view problems as separate from themselves and reframe their life story. It helps build resilience and self-identity.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Play Therapy Uses toys, games, and creative play to help children express emotions. It is especially useful when children can’t fully verbalize their feelings.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
Approach Description: We approach our work on a very individual basis with the idea that the therapist should fit the client, not the other way around. Clients are the experts in their own lives and we are experts in mental health and human psychology so together, clients and therapists form an amazing pair to facilitate the growth and health you are seeking.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee $120
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- Our sliding scale allows clients to pay a fee that is adjusted based on their income and financial situation. This ensures that therapy remains accessible to those who may not be able to afford standard rates. During the initial consultation, we will discuss your financial needs and determine a fee that works for you while maintaining the quality of care you deserve.
- Accepts Insurance
- Aetna, Ambetter, AvMed, BlueCross and BlueShield, Cigna and Evernorth, ComPsych, Coventry, Florida Blue, Magellan, Meritain Health, MultiPlan, Optum, Oscar Health, TRICARE, United Medical Resources (UMR), UnitedHealthcare UHC , UBH
Education & Credentials
Gainesville Community Counseling Center Welcome to the New You!
- Female, Male, Non-Binary
- License # MT2733
- Licensed in FL
- Practicing Since 2010
Education: Our therapists are educated with either a master, specialist, or doctorate degree. We have a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, a Certified Partner Trauma Therapist, a Clinical Sexologist, and a sex therapist.
Gainesville Community Counseling Center Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Gainesville, FL 32606
- Available Online for residents of Alaska, Florida
- Online Therapy Details: Therapyappointments.com
GCCC has a team of therapists and graduate interns available to assist you in your journey to mental health. We offer individual, group, couples, and family therapy for a variety of presenting problems. We have clients working on issues related to borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, couples communication, depression, gender identity, porn addiction, relationship issues, sex addiction, sexual health, sexual orientation, trauma, and many more. Our clinicians utilize a variety of approaches to meet the needs of our clients. We have therapists trained in CBT, CSAT, CPTT, DBT, Existential Therapy, Gottman, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Play Therapy, Sex Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Somatic Attachment Therapy. We offer a variety of group opportunities throughout the year.