Play therapists in Bradenton, Florida FL
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Keri Downs, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
As a licensed clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience, I, Dr. Keri Downs, specialize in child and adolescent therapy. My extensive experience spans various emotional, behavioral, and social challenges faced by children, adolescents, and young adults, including sadness, behavioral problems, ADHD, giftedness, social difficulties, and trauma. I am dedicated to providing compassionate and evidence-based therapy to help my clients navigate these challenges and achieve personal growth.
I hold degrees from Dartmouth College and Roosevelt University, and my therapeutic approach is rooted in strengths-based, relationship-based, and cognitive-behavioral theories. I strive to understand how my patients’ environments and experiences shape their self-perception, relationships, and worldview. Believing in the power of the therapeutic relationship, I use it as a tool to help patients gain deeper awareness and insight into their emotions, behaviors, and relationship patterns.
At Davenport Psychology, I take pride in my ability to see the big picture and utilize creative, innovative interventions to help children and families reach their greatest potential. I offer individual and group therapy, parent support, and comprehensive psychological evaluations. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their feelings, develop coping strategies, and achieve lasting change.
21 Years Experience
In-Person Near Bradenton, FL
Online in Bradenton, FL Florida
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Inspired Hope Therapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Hello, and thank you for visiting my profile.
"People can cry much easier than they can change." — James Baldwin
Life can be challenging, and sometimes the weight of anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, parenting struggles, family conflict, trauma, or major life transitions can leave you feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about what comes next. Taking the first step toward therapy is not always easy, but you do not have to navigate these challenges alone.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Parent Coach, educator, and mother of four with more than 20 years of experience helping children, teens, adults, couples, and families build healthier, more fulfilling lives. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, parenting support, adolescent issues, self-esteem, trauma, family relationships, and life transitions. I often joke that I speak fluent teen, but my true passion is helping people strengthen their relationships, improve communication, and develop the confidence needed to overcome life's challenges.
I believe that you are the expert on your own life. My role is to provide guidance, support, and practical tools while helping you uncover the strengths that already exist within you. Together, we will create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore concerns, build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, and create meaningful change.
My therapeutic approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your individual needs. Whether you are seeking therapy for yourself, your child, your relationship, or your family, I am committed to helping you achieve your goals and develop the skills needed to thrive both now and in the future.
I provide in-person therapy in Montclair, New Jersey, as well as secure online therapy throughout New Jersey and Florida.
I offer a complimentary consultation and would welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can work together.
16 Years Experience
Online in Bradenton, FL Florida
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John Jakubowski
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT MACP LPCC
I can make this very easy for you - unless you’re looking for a specific technique the only way to tell if your therapist is a good fit is by being in a relationship with them. This can be virtual or in person, but we’ve known for a long time that the primary determining factor in successful therapy is the alliance. While a resume and creds may be a starting point, I think you’ll find it’s rarely a deciding factor.
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For therapy to "work" you have to be vulnerable. To be vulnerable you need to feel safe. To feel safe you need to trust. This is the first layer of a deep, intimate, successful relationship that I model. Some people have never experienced this before - the idea that you can be heard, truly and deeply and not be judged, blamed or put in a box.
Walk with me - you're not alone in this.
7 Years Experience
Online in Bradenton, FL Florida
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Christina Duncan
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
What makes my therapy practice stand out is my commitment to truly meeting each client where they are, with authenticity, compassion, and respect for their unique experiences. I take a neurodiversity-affirming, strengths-based approach that focuses not on “fixing” clients, but on understanding and empowering them. I prioritize building a genuine, trusting relationship, creating a space where clients feel safe to be themselves without judgment. By blending evidence-based strategies with flexibility and warmth, I help clients develop practical tools while also fostering self-acceptance, confidence, and meaningful personal growth.
5 Years Experience
Online in Bradenton, FL Florida (Online Only)
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Change M.F.C.R, inc
Counselor/Therapist, L.M.H.C, L.M.F.T, L.C.S.W, R.M.H.C.I
We believe your hardest chapter does not have to become your whole story.
At Change MFCR, we see counseling as more than getting through difficult moments. It can be a place to rediscover your strength, understand yourself more deeply, heal what has been hurting, and begin creating what comes next.
Our diverse team supports children, teens, adults, couples, and families facing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, family concerns, life transitions, and more. Because every person and every story is different, our counselors bring a variety of specialties, experiences, and therapeutic approaches to care.
You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out. You only need to be ready for a first step.
Whatever brought you here, there is still possibility ahead. Let us help you find the counselor, support, and path that can help you move forward.
12 Years Experience
Online in Bradenton, FL Florida
Play Therapy therapists in Bradenton, Florida Statistics
Play Therapy therapists in Bradenton, Florida average 14 years of experience and charge around $182 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Depression (89%), Anxiety or Fears (85%), and Child or Adolescent Issues (81%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$182
Accept insurance
59%
Offer sliding scale
56%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 81% |
In Person and Online |
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| 19% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 89% | Depression |
| 85% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 81% | Child or Adolescent Issues |
| 78% | Parenting |
| 78% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 67% | Stress |
| 63% | ADHD |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 89% | Children |
| 89% | Teen |
| 81% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 59% | Women |
| 41% | LGBTQ+ |
| 33% | Black / African American |
| 33% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 33% | Men |