Brainspotting Therapists in Saint Petersburg, FL

At Awaken Wellness Center, we meet you exactly where you are — no judgment, no pressure to have it all figured out. Using Brainspotting and Internal Family Systems (IFS), we help you access and heal trauma at its root, working with every part of you, not just the parts that feel "presentable." Healing isn't about erasing what happened — it's about no longer being held hostage by it. We'd be honored to walk this path with you.

When we can live as our true, unapologetic selves we can experience fulfillment in our lives and connections with others. I believe every individual holds the power to change and evolve in all the ways they desire to discover and express their authentic self, and my role is to assist you in your discovery process and coming to understand all that this entails.

Are you struggling in your relationships? Feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns, caught in the same arguments, or unsure if things can truly get better? Do you feel hopeless about the future of your relationship? Whether you're facing conflict, trust issues, or emotional wounds from the past, you don’t have to go through it alone. With the right support meaningful, healthy connections can be restored. Together, we can work toward positive change and help you build the fulfilling relationships you deserve.

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Struggling with stressful transitions in your life, such as career changes or relationship difficulties? Do you have mood swings or anxious thoughts? Can’t “turn off your mind”? Unable to pull yourself out of a “dark place”? Then I may be able to help. I have over 30 years of experience in the treatment of a wide range of mental health concerns and specialize in working with professionals, young and mature adults, LGBT and women’s issues. My focus is on mood, anxiety and stress management and healthy transition and adjustment. I am a Board-Certified Telehealth Professional.

Wellness is not about one single element. It is about ALL of our elements: mental, physical, spiritual & emotional. All parts of you are welcome here.

St. Petersburg has undergone rapid transformation as an arts and culture hub, attracting young creatives, LGBTQ+ residents, and a growing tech community, and therapists here frequently work with identity exploration, life transitions, and the pressures of building an unconventional career in a mid-size city. The city has a well-established LGBTQ+ community centered around the Grand Central District, and affirming therapists are well represented relative to the city's size. St. Anthony's Hospital and Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital provide institutional mental health resources alongside a growing private practice community. Many St. Pete therapists serve clients across the wider Tampa Bay area, making the region's therapeutic resources interconnected regardless of which side of the bay clients live on.

Gender ID

	76%	Female
	8%	Gender Fluid
	8%	Male
	8%	Non-Binary

Session Type

	60%	Online Only
	40%	In Person and Online

Top Specialties

70%	Anxiety or Fears
70%	Self Esteem
70%	Trauma and PTSD
50%	Emotional Abuse
50%	Stress
50%	Women's Issues
40%	Codependency

Ages Served

100%	Adult
80%	Young Adult
70%	Senior
40%	Teen
10%	Children

Client Focus

70%	Women
50%	Christian
50%	Men
30%	Black / African American
30%	Hispanic / Latino

Brainspotting therapists in Saint Petersburg, FL

Awaken Wellness Center, Inc.

Dr. Dana C. Avey

Esra Nihan Bridge

Shermin Davis, LMHC

Three Oaks Behavioral Health & Wellness