Therapists Identifying as Black / African American in Gainesville, FL

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KELVIN MURRY
I have over 21 years of professional experience in the healthcare field. My background includes roles as a pharmacy tech, EMT, Cor... More
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Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
PMHNP
Male
I have over 21 years of professional experience in the healthcare field. My background includes roles as a pharmacy tech, EMT, Corpsman with the USMC, trauma instructor, ICU n... More
Who might be a good fit for Kelvin?
Kelvin Murry may be well-suited to individuals who value a compassionate, evidence-based approach in managing mood and anxiety disorders. His background in psychiatric nursing and focus on thoughtful listening and the latest therapeutic methods support clients facing challenges such as depression, trauma, and transgender-related concerns. View Profile
Black / African American
Gainesville, FL
Nancy Spitzer
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Florida, Utah, Texas, Kentucky, South Dakota, Tennessee, Louisiana, ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMFT
Female
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Florida, Utah, Texas, Kentucky, South Dakota, Tennessee, Louisiana, North Carolina, Virginia, Ohio, Idaho, New Me... More
Who might be a good fit for Nancy?
Nancy Spitzer may support individuals who want to explore healing and growth through a trauma-informed and relational lens. Her work with adults facing challenges such as anxiety, trauma, infertility, and substance misuse incorporates approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and the Gottman method, creating space for meaningful change within personal and family dynamics. View Profile
Black / African American
Gainesville, FL
Danica Stead
I have been helping others through a mental health journey, including the use of psychotherapy, for 7 years. I help adults who hav... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMHC
Female
I have been helping others through a mental health journey, including the use of psychotherapy, for 7 years. I help adults who have co-occurring disorders, substance abuse iss... More
Who might be a good fit for Danica?
People seeking clarity around managing co-occurring disorders or support navigating life transitions may find Danica Stead’s approach fitting. She integrates person-centered care with evidence-based therapies like ACT and DBT, offering compassionate honesty to help clients establish healthy boundaries and work toward lasting change. View Profile
Black / African American
Gainesville, FL
Jennifer Upcraft
Jennifer is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt Uni... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Jennifer is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt University. She has 9 years of experience treati... More
Who might be a good fit for Jennifer?
Jennifer Upcraft may support individuals who want to explore emotional healing through a trauma-informed and strength-based lens. Her integrative approach, which includes mindfulness and motivational interviewing techniques, is designed to help clients manage anxiety, depression, and addiction while fostering collaboration within a broader clinical team. View Profile
Black / African American
Gainesville, FL
SHAQUITIA JONES
Devoted to your mental well-being, I bring over two decades of clinical experience as a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
PMHNP
Female
Devoted to your mental well-being, I bring over two decades of clinical experience as a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and an Adult-Gerontology P... More
Who might be a good fit for Shaquitia?
Clients seeking structured support for mood disorders or looking to improve medication management might consider working with Shaquitia Jones. Her compassionate, evidence-based approach emphasizes building trust and personal empowerment, which can be especially helpful for adults managing complex mental health challenges like anxiety, bipolar disorder, or ADHD. View Profile
Black / African American
Gainesville, FL
Kathryn BechtDougherty
Finding peace in the present moment, is necessary. It's necessary to make good, clear, calm decisions in our daily life. It's nece... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LCSW
Female
Finding peace in the present moment, is necessary. It's necessary to make good, clear, calm decisions in our daily life. It's necessary to live a fulfilled life, one that serv... More
Who might be a good fit for Kathryn?
Those managing concerns related to anxiety, trauma, or family conflict may appreciate the methods Kathryn Becht-dougherty incorporates into her practice. Her approach blends mindfulness, solution-focused techniques, and play therapy to support clients of various ages in finding calm and building resilience through life’s challenges. View Profile
Black / African American
Gainesville, FL
Jonathan Rios
Jonathan is an athlete-turned mental coach & licensed psychotherapist. A former Division 1 athlete and military service academy gr... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMHC
Male
Jonathan is an athlete-turned mental coach & licensed psychotherapist. A former Division 1 athlete and military service academy graduate. Jonathan specializes in treatment of ... More
Who might be a good fit for Jonathan?
Jonathan Rios offers an approach that may suit individuals focusing on managing anxiety, building confidence, or addressing family and marital challenges. His background as an athlete and military academy graduate, combined with experience in men’s personal development and working with veterans, informs a practical and strengths-based style that supports growth through evidence-based therapies. View Profile
Black / African American
Gainesville, FL
Kiara Patrick
Kiara Patrick is a compassionate therapist with 5 years of experience ranging from in-patient and out-patient settings with specia... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
Female
Kiara Patrick is a compassionate therapist with 5 years of experience ranging from in-patient and out-patient settings with specialization in Depression, Anxiety, Perinatal We... More
Who might be a good fit for Kiara?
Kiara Patrick offers an approach that may suit individuals focusing on managing depression, anxiety, or life transitions. Her compassionate style, combined with evidence-based therapies like CBT and mindfulness, supports clients seeking to align their healing with personal values and meaningful growth. View Profile
Black / African American
Gainesville, FL
MARTIN MCCLENON
Hello, I am Martin Do you feel that your life has lost value and meaning? Let us team up to take back ownership of your life's j... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMHC|CPC|LPC
Male
Hello, I am Martin Do you feel that your life has lost value and meaning? Let us team up to take back ownership of your life's journey. I am a Licensed Professional Counselo... More
Who might be a good fit for Martin?
Martin Mcclenon may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for overcoming challenges such as anxiety, trauma, or substance use. His approach draws on a blend of cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and motivational interviewing, enriched by his personal experience and commitment to helping clients regain balance and meaning in their lives. View Profile
Black / African American
Gainesville, FL
MARIA ESTRELLA
I am an ordained Minister with a heart to ensure I bring the unadulterated word of God to assist in healing in areas of mind, body... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMHC
Female
I am an ordained Minister with a heart to ensure I bring the unadulterated word of God to assist in healing in areas of mind, body, and Spirit. I have experienced working wit... More
Who might be a good fit for Maria?
People experiencing trauma and looking for a therapist with experience in Christian counseling might consider Maria Estrella’s style of care. She integrates spiritual guidance with trauma-focused methods to support healing for individuals and families seeking restoration and empowerment. View Profile
Black / African American
Gainesville, FL
BILLIE BEECHMAVRANTZAS
My name is Ashley Beech-Mavrantzas, and I've been in mental health practice for 10 years. I specialize in Mood disorders, Bipolar... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LCSW
Female
My name is Ashley Beech-Mavrantzas, and I've been in mental health practice for 10 years. I specialize in Mood disorders, Bipolar disorder, and Borderline personality disorde... More
Who might be a good fit for Billie?
Billie Beechmavrantzas may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for managing mood and personality disorders. Her client-centered approach incorporates evidence-based therapies like DBT, CBT, and EMDR, tailored to meet the unique needs of older adults and those coping with grief or trauma. View Profile
Black / African American
Gainesville, FL
PHYLLIS GREEN
Do you feel at times your distressing emotions are a non-stop express train in that it seems impossible to stop the train? Are th... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMHC|LPC
Female
Do you feel at times your distressing emotions are a non-stop express train in that it seems impossible to stop the train? Are there times you feel overwhelmed by your negati... More
Who might be a good fit for Phyllis?
Phyllis Green may work particularly well with those looking to build skills around managing overwhelming emotions and stress. She supports individuals in developing healthy coping strategies and reshaping unhelpful thought patterns, which can be especially helpful during life transitions or times of emotional challenge. View Profile
Black / African American
Gainesville, FL
JENNIFER GETZSCHMANN
I have been working in the mental health field since 2009 and completed my Master’s in Counseling Psychology in 2013. Throughout... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMFT
Female
I have been working in the mental health field since 2009 and completed my Master’s in Counseling Psychology in 2013. Throughout my career, I’ve supported individuals expe... More
Who might be a good fit for Jennifer?
Individuals focused on improving coping skills while managing mood disorders may find support in Jennifer Getzschmann’s work. She creates a collaborative and grounded space where clients can explore complex emotions and develop practical strategies during life transitions. View Profile
Black / African American
Gainesville, FL
JOSHUA NERI
I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over a decade of experience working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LMHC
Male
I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over a decade of experience working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, life transition problems,... More
Who might be a good fit for Joshua?
Joshua Neri may be a match for those interested in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and person-centered approaches, particularly when facing challenges like anxiety, depression, or substance use issues. He integrates evidence-based techniques with a compassionate perspective, supporting clients through life transitions and complex mood disorders in a way that honors their individual experiences. View Profile
Black / African American
Gainesville, FL
SI CHEN
Hello! I'm Dr. Arthur Chen, a licensed psychologist in and the Clinical Director of a group practice dedicated to fostering mental... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LP
Male
Hello! I'm Dr. Arthur Chen, a licensed psychologist in and the Clinical Director of a group practice dedicated to fostering mental wellness. My expertise centers on helping in... More
Who might be a good fit for Si?
Individuals or couples navigating depression, anxiety, or substance recovery may find alignment with the strategies and frameworks utilized by Si Chen, where applicable. His integrative approach combines evidence-based therapies and trauma-informed care, tailored to support emotional resilience and practical coping skills across diverse mental health challenges. View Profile
Black / African American
Gainesville, FL
JONTERIA WILLIAMS
Hi! I'm a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, based in Florida. I received my Masters and Doctorate from Nova Southeaste... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
PMHNP
Female
Hi! I'm a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, based in Florida. I received my Masters and Doctorate from Nova Southeastern University. I am committed to providing co... More
Who might be a good fit for Jonteria?
Jonteria Williams may align well with adults who are working through challenges such as anxiety, depression, or life transitions. Her approach integrates mindfulness and emotionally focused therapy, creating a supportive environment that respects diverse backgrounds and emphasizes personalized care. View Profile
Black / African American
Gainesville, FL
CHERYL GARDNER
Greetings! As a licensed professional counselor certified by the state of Georgia, New Jersey, Florida, and California, I provide... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LPCC|LPC|LMHC
Female
Greetings! As a licensed professional counselor certified by the state of Georgia, New Jersey, Florida, and California, I provide individuals with fresh insights and strength... More
Who might be a good fit for Cheryl?
Cheryl Gardner may align well with adults who are working through challenges such as anxiety, depression, or life transitions. She incorporates collaborative, evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT to help clients build practical skills they can apply beyond therapy. View Profile
Black / African American
Gainesville, FL
CAROLINA GONZALEZ
Hello everyone, my name is Carolina Gonzalez. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 24 years of experience providing compass... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
LCSW
Female
Hello everyone, my name is Carolina Gonzalez. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 24 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals, i... More
Who might be a good fit for Carolina?
Carolina Gonzalez may be well-suited to individuals who value a collaborative, strength-based therapeutic approach in managing anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges. She integrates mindfulness and cognitive behavioral techniques within a respectful, culturally sensitive space, supporting clients across different life stages, including older adults and families. View Profile
Black / African American
Gainesville, FL
MARGALI SAGAILLE
Hello. My name is Margali Sagaille, and I’m a Board-Certified Primary Mental Health Nurse Practitioner based in Hollywood, Flor... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
PMHNP
Female
Hello. My name is Margali Sagaille, and I’m a Board-Certified Primary Mental Health Nurse Practitioner based in Hollywood, Florida, providing telehealth services. I am also... More
Who might be a good fit for Margali?
Individuals or couples navigating anxiety, depression, or grief may find alignment with the strategies and frameworks utilized by Margali Sagaille, where applicable. Her holistic approach combines medication management with therapeutic techniques like CBT and mindfulness, tailored to support adults and older adults in both mind and body wellness. View Profile
Black / African American
Gainesville, FL
ANNA SHUDZEKA
Hi, I’m a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a passion for helping individuals navigate their m... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Gainesville, Florida
PMHNP
Female
Hi, I’m a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a passion for helping individuals navigate their mental health journey with compassion, respect... More
Who might be a good fit for Anna?
Individuals managing concerns related to anxiety, depression, or mood disorders may appreciate the methods Anna Shudzeka incorporates into her practice. She blends supportive psychotherapy with medication management in a collaborative, compassionate environment tailored to older adults seeking holistic mental health care. View Profile
Black / African American
Gainesville, FL

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

Mental Health Services in Gainesville, Florida

A vibrant city known for its rich cultural diversity and the University of Florida, Gainesville is home to over 130,000 residents. Its bustling student population, blend of urban and suburban lifestyles, and proximity to natural wonders like Payne's Prairie make it unique.

Key Mental-Health Concerns for Gainesville Residents

Common mental health concerns in Gainesville include depression, anxiety, and substance abuse, mirroring Florida's overall trends. The CDC reports that Florida has a higher percentage of adults with mental health conditions than the national average.

Access to Care & Providers in Gainesville

Gainesville offers a variety of public and private mental health services, with crisis lines such as the Alachua County Crisis Center providing round-the-clock support. Local initiatives like the Gainesville Peer Respite promote community-based care.

Therapies & Specialties

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) are widely available in Gainesville.
  • Several providers offer Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and trauma-focused care.
  • Unique local offerings include e-therapy, bilingual care, and dedicated veteran support programs.

Local Policies & Stressors

While Gainesville provides a vibrant cultural scene, residents also face stressors like high cost of living, academic pressures from the large student population, and the seasonal impact of hurricanes.

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If you're seeking help, remember, you're not alone. Start your journey towards better mental health today. Find a licensed therapist in Gainesville, Florida.