Business Details
Mental Health Counseling Services in St. Petersburg
Established to provide compassionate mental health support, our counseling center combines professional expertise with personalized care. Our team of eight licensed therapists offers both in-office and Telehealth services, addressing a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. With specialized training in areas like addiction recovery, trauma resolution, and spiritual growth, we help clients navigate life's difficulties through evidence-based therapies. We prioritize accessibility, offering sliding-scale fees and accepting major insurance plans to ensure financial barriers don't prevent healing. Our counselors bring decades of combined experience in clinical settings, including university teaching, court programs, and private practice.By integrating cognitive-behavioral techniques with spiritual awareness, we empower individuals to achieve lasting personal growth. Our commitment to community wellness is reflected in scholarship programs and partnerships with local organizations. We maintain strict confidentiality while fostering a supportive environment for individuals, couples, and families. Through continuous professional development, our team stays current with advancements in mental health treatment. Our mission remains focused on helping clients rediscover their inherent worth and potential.
Services
Depression Therapy
Anxiety Treatment
Couples Counseling
Family Counseling
Trauma Recovery
Addiction Counseling
Grief Counseling
Career Counseling
Parenting Support
Telehealth Services
Highlights and features
- Eight licensed therapists with specialized expertise in trauma and addiction recovery
- Personalized treatment plans combining cognitive-behavioral and spiritual approaches
- Telehealth services for remote access to mental health care
- Sliding-scale fees and scholarship programs for financial accessibility
- Decades of combined clinical experience in diverse therapeutic settings
Services
Depression Therapy
Our depression treatment combines evidence-based techniques with personalized care. Specialized therapists address chemical imbalances and situational factors through cognitive-behavioral therapy and emotional regulation strategies. Clients develop coping mechanisms while exploring root causes in a supportive environment that emphasizes gradual progress and self-compassion.
Trauma Recovery
Specialized trauma counseling utilizes Accelerated Resolution Therapy and EMDR techniques. Certified professionals address PTSD symptoms through structured protocols that reprocess traumatic memories while maintaining client safety. Treatment integrates somatic awareness and cognitive restructuring to restore emotional stability and improve daily functioning.
Couples Counseling
Evidence-based relationship counseling improves communication patterns and conflict resolution skills. Therapists facilitate constructive dialogue while addressing attachment issues and emotional disconnects. Sessions focus on rebuilding trust, establishing healthy boundaries, and developing shared problem-solving strategies for long-term relationship improvement.
Addiction Counseling
Comprehensive addiction recovery programs address dependency cycles and co-occurring mental health conditions. Therapists employ motivational interviewing and relapse prevention strategies while incorporating spiritual growth components. Treatment emphasizes developing sober coping mechanisms and rebuilding personal accountability through structured therapeutic interventions.
Telehealth Services
Secure virtual counseling sessions maintain therapeutic continuity through HIPAA-compliant platforms. This service expands access for clients with mobility challenges or scheduling constraints while preserving treatment quality. Therapists adapt evidence-based techniques to the digital format without compromising confidentiality or therapeutic effectiveness.
People
Dr. Margaret Reynolds
Director
Doctor of Education in Human Development Counseling with 25+ years experience. Specializes in addiction recovery and spiritual growth integration. Former Vanderbilt professor and Opryland USA counselor.
Dr. Deb Downs-Spencer
Licensed Psychologist
PhD in Counseling Psychology with specialization in eating disorders. Former university staff psychologist with 25+ years clinical experience treating anxiety and mood disorders.
Debra Kraus
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Certified Accelerated Resolution Therapy practitioner with expertise in trauma resolution. Master's degree in Professional Counseling and 15+ years experience treating anxiety and relational issues.
David Cubito
Licensed Psychologist
Doctorate in Psychology with 25+ years experience in cognitive-behavioral therapy. Specializes in treating children and families with diverse mental health needs.
Andy Bell
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Master's in Social Work with focus on trauma recovery and LGBTQ+ mental health. 20+ years experience in pastoral counseling and abuse recovery programs.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide depression treatment, anxiety management, trauma recovery, couples counseling, addiction therapy, and family counseling through licensed professionals.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept major insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, and United Healthcare. Check with your provider for specific coverage details.
Are telehealth options available?
Yes, our therapists offer secure online counseling sessions through HIPAA-compliant platforms for remote access to mental health care.
What if I can't afford full session fees?
We offer sliding-scale fees based on income and limited scholarship opportunities to ensure financial barriers don't prevent access to counseling services.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact our office at 727-828-8360 or email individual therapists directly to schedule initial consultations with available counselors.
