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ADRIANNE FELGER
My passion in the mental health field is to encourage children and teens to become life-long advocates for their emotional, mental... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LPCC|LMHC
Female
My passion in the mental health field is to encourage children and teens to become life-long advocates for their emotional, mental, and physical well-being. It is my hope that... More
Who might be a good fit for Adrianne?
Adrianne Felger may support individuals who want to explore adolescent emotional well-being through a cognitive behavioral and person-centered lens. She works with children and teens experiencing anxiety, school-related stress, and relationship challenges, focusing on building practical coping strategies that can adapt over time. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
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TASHA SINGH
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, providing virtual services to support you through life’s transitions. Dealing wit... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LCSW
Female
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, providing virtual services to support you through life’s transitions. Dealing with responsibilities, relationships, and stress... More
Who might be a good fit for Tasha?
Tasha Singh may support individuals who want to explore life’s transitions through an eclectic-informed lens. Her approach emphasizes building a trusting and safe therapeutic relationship, which can help clients develop skills to manage stress, responsibilities, and relationships with greater balance. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
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SONJA OROZCO
Hi! I am an LMHC licensed in Florida with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stres... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LMHC|LPC
Female
Hi! I am an LMHC licensed in Florida with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family co... More
Who might be a good fit for Sonja?
Sonja Orozco may be well-suited to individuals who value an integrative approach in managing anxiety, family conflicts, or self-esteem challenges. She creates tailored treatment plans with sensitivity and compassion, supporting clients through a variety of life transitions and emotional concerns. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
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KATHERINE ALLEN
Hi, I'm Katie, a Licensed Clinical Social. Helping and supporting others has been a driving factor in my life; therefore, I began... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LCSW
Female
Hi, I'm Katie, a Licensed Clinical Social. Helping and supporting others has been a driving factor in my life; therefore, I began my career as a teacher. My education and exp... More
Who might be a good fit for Katherine?
Katherine Allen may support individuals who want to explore coping skills and emotional growth through an integrative therapy-informed lens. She works with clients across various life stages, incorporating approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help individuals draw on their strengths and develop new tools for managing anxiety, mood disorders, and life transitions. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
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IVY MARTINEZ
From a young age, I’ve always felt a deep desire to help others, even dreaming of solving big challenges like ending world hunge... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LMHC
Female
From a young age, I’ve always felt a deep desire to help others, even dreaming of solving big challenges like ending world hunger. I’m deeply moved by the struggles people... More
Who might be a good fit for Ivy?
Individuals focused on improving emotional well-being while managing anxiety or grief may find support in Ivy Martinez’s work. Her collaborative style, combined with experience in cognitive behavioral and play therapies, offers a compassionate space for children, teens, and young adults to explore their inner challenges and build resilience. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
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ANGELICA CURRY
Hi there! My name is Angelica, and as the founder of Root & Bloom Counseling, I have created this space with a belief in your inn... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LCSW
Female
Hi there! My name is Angelica, and as the founder of Root & Bloom Counseling, I have created this space with a belief in your innate capacity for growth and healing. My passi... More
Who might be a good fit for Angelica?
Those coping with trauma or pursuing personal growth in managing anxiety and depression may find Angelica Curry’s approach to be well-aligned. She integrates evidence-based therapies like EMDR and cognitive processing therapy within a compassionate, faith-informed framework that supports healing and resilience across life transitions. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
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KAVEENA ALEXANDER
Hi! I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and woman of color, who brings a unique perspective rooted in cultural understan... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LMHC
Female
Hi! I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and woman of color, who brings a unique perspective rooted in cultural understanding and awareness. I received my Masters fr... More
Who might be a good fit for Kaveena?
Individuals focused on improving resilience while managing anxiety or depression may find support in Kaveena Alexander’s work. Her culturally sensitive approach integrates evidence-based therapies with a compassionate understanding of diverse experiences, creating a warm and empowering space for healing. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
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LAUREN GARCIA
Hello and Welcome! I'm Lauren. I understand that engaging in therapy, especially if it's the first time, can feel intimidating. ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LMHC
Female
Hello and Welcome! I'm Lauren. I understand that engaging in therapy, especially if it's the first time, can feel intimidating. You've taken the first step by being here, on... More
Who might be a good fit for Lauren?
Clients seeking structured support for managing anxiety, depression, or family conflict might consider working with Lauren Garcia. Her client-centered approach, incorporating evidence-based methods like CBT and motivational interviewing, aims to create a trusting space for individuals across various age groups to work toward their personal goals. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
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VERNICE RICHARDS
Hi, I'm Dr. V, Helping you develop, achieve and maintain a sense of control, balance and momentum in your life...in a sustainable ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LMHC|LCMHC
Female
Hi, I'm Dr. V, Helping you develop, achieve and maintain a sense of control, balance and momentum in your life...in a sustainable sense (meaning that it lasts), is my passion.... More
Who might be a good fit for Vernice?
Clients in need of guidance around managing stress, anxiety, or self-doubt could benefit from Vernice Richards’s approach. She integrates mindfulness and mental performance strategies to help individuals build lasting resilience and confidence while fostering a deeper connection with themselves. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
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MICHAEL MALONE
We are all facing difficult challenges in this life and often we find ourselves unsure of where to turn or what to do. We can all ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LMHC
Male
We are all facing difficult challenges in this life and often we find ourselves unsure of where to turn or what to do. We can all too easily get stuck in a rut and can use a l... More
Who might be a good fit for Michael?
Individuals focused on improving emotional well-being while managing challenges like anxiety or grief may find support in Michael Malone’s work. He emphasizes meeting clients where they are and collaborating on practical goals, drawing on varied therapeutic principles to address present concerns and build skills for the future. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
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JAMES FRICKS
Hello, I'm Keith. I have been working in the counseling field for about 20 years working with children, adolescents, and adults.... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LPC|LMHC
Male
Hello, I'm Keith. I have been working in the counseling field for about 20 years working with children, adolescents, and adults. I understand that it can be difficult to tak... More
Who might be a good fit for James?
James Fricks may support individuals who want to explore trauma and emotional regulation through a cognitive behavioral therapy-informed lens. He creates a safe space to help clients of various ages work through challenges such as anger management, men's mental health, and PTSD while focusing on how thoughts and behaviors influence their daily lives. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
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SHAKEEVA NTI
Hello Lovelies, I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist in South Florida. I obtained my master’s in marriage and family the... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LMFT
Female
Hello Lovelies, I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist in South Florida. I obtained my master’s in marriage and family therapy at Nova Southeastern University. I am pa... More
Who might be a good fit for Shakeeva?
Individuals focused on improving self-esteem while managing anxiety or relationship challenges may find support in Shakeeva Nti’s work. She integrates approaches like the Gottman method to help clients navigate family dynamics and personal growth during times of transition. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
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LATONIA CURTISS
​ Do you struggle with feeling bad about yourself, developing and /or maintaining healthy relationships with others? Do you ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LCSW|LCMHC
Female
​ Do you struggle with feeling bad about yourself, developing and /or maintaining healthy relationships with others? Do you feel down, depressed, feeling you let yoursel... More
Who might be a good fit for Latonia?
People experiencing anxiety, depression, or challenges with self-esteem and looking for a therapist with experience in a person-centered, evidence-based approach might consider Latonia Curtiss’s style of care. She emphasizes meeting clients where they are and collaborates to support healing through a mix of cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, and mindfulness techniques. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
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MICHELE JACOBSON
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor located in the State of Florida. With over 19 years of experience, I am comfortable dealin... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LPC|LMHC
Female
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor located in the State of Florida. With over 19 years of experience, I am comfortable dealing with many kinds of issues and welcome the o... More
Who might be a good fit for Michele?
Michele Jacobson may support individuals who want to explore emotional healing and growth through a cognitive behavioral therapy-informed lens. She works with clients facing challenges like anxiety, depression, grief, and stress, helping them develop practical coping skills to foster a more peaceful and balanced life. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
Peer Relationships
LAKEL WHITE
I’m Lakel White, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with several years of serving individuals, groups and families. I specialize ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LCSW
Female
I’m Lakel White, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with several years of serving individuals, groups and families. I specialize in working with adults who struggle with self... More
Who might be a good fit for Lakel?
Individuals or couples navigating anxiety, depression, or self-esteem challenges may find alignment with the strategies and frameworks utilized by Lakel White, where applicable. Her person-centered and collaborative approach emphasizes building on individual strengths and fostering grounded, lasting change through methods like CBT and mindfulness. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
Peer Relationships
AMERA THOMAS
Hi there, my name is Dr. Amera. Are you overwhelmed? Stuck in a rut? Struggling to keep up with your relationships, work and hea... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LCMHC|LPC|LMHC
Female
Hi there, my name is Dr. Amera. Are you overwhelmed? Stuck in a rut? Struggling to keep up with your relationships, work and health? Is it hard to be kind to yourself? I am... More
Who might be a good fit for Amera?
Individuals focused on improving balance in their life while managing anxiety and overwhelm may find support in Amera Thomas’s work. Her whole-self approach, which integrates mindfulness, self-care, and compassion, aims to address the mind, body, and spirit in a way that fosters healing and resilience. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
Peer Relationships
STEPHANIE BARDALES
Greetings! Bienvenido! Let's take a moment to reflect on the courage it takes to begin therapy. You are brave. Change is hard, bu... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LMFT
Female
Greetings! Bienvenido! Let's take a moment to reflect on the courage it takes to begin therapy. You are brave. Change is hard, but the rewards of healing from distress, traum... More
Who might be a good fit for Stephanie?
Clients seeking structured support for trauma, anxiety, or major life transitions might consider working with Stephanie Bardales. Her approach incorporates trauma-focused and mindfulness-based methods while honoring diverse backgrounds and non-traditional perspectives in a safe, accommodating space. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
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ELIZABETH CHIRLES
Hi, I'm glad you’re here. I’m Liz Sullivan, and I specialize in helping stressed out, busy achievers find their joy in life, ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LCMHC|LMHC|LPC
Female
Hi, I'm glad you’re here. I’m Liz Sullivan, and I specialize in helping stressed out, busy achievers find their joy in life, and gain control over stress, anxiety and ove... More
Who might be a good fit for Elizabeth?
Elizabeth Chirles offers an approach that may suit individuals focusing on reducing stress and reclaiming balance in their busy lives. She integrates mind and body techniques alongside evidence-based therapies like ACT and CBT to help clients move beyond overwhelm and reconnect with their sense of joy and relaxation. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
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KRISTA BARBER
I’ve been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2012, after earning my Master’s in Social Work from Florida State University... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LICSW|LCSW
Female
I’ve been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2012, after earning my Master’s in Social Work from Florida State University. I’m licensed in Florida, Arizona, and Mas... More
Who might be a good fit for Krista?
Clients in need of guidance around family conflict or life transitions could benefit from Krista Barber’s approach. She creates a collaborative and supportive space that helps individuals explore their emotions and develop practical coping strategies tailored to their unique experiences, including those related to military life and parenting challenges. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
Peer Relationships
JESSICA MILLER
I believe that effective therapy is built on insight, action, and compassion. I enjoy working with individuals who want better for... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LCSW
Female
I believe that effective therapy is built on insight, action, and compassion. I enjoy working with individuals who want better for themselves and are ready to move forward, ev... More
Who might be a good fit for Jessica?
Jessica Miller may be a match for those interested in trauma-focused and acceptance-based approaches, particularly when facing challenges like anxiety, mood disorders, or trauma. She creates a compassionate, nonjudgmental space that supports exploring difficult patterns and building practical strategies to foster authenticity and empowerment. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
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Mental Health Services in Sarasota, Florida

Nestled alongside the Gulf of Mexico, Sarasota, Florida is a vibrant city known for its thriving arts scene and rich cultural history. With a population of over 60,000, Sarasota offers a relaxed lifestyle, complemented by picturesque beaches and iconic landmarks such as the Ringling Museum of Art.

Key Mental-Health Concerns for Sarasota Residents

Common mental health issues for Sarasota residents include depression, anxiety disorders, and substance use disorders. According to the CDC, Florida's mental health prevalence mirrors national trends.

Access to Care & Providers in Sarasota

Sarasota is home to a range of public and private mental health services. Crisis lines are available 24/7, and community organizations such as the Sarasota County Health Department offer comprehensive care. Noteworthy initiatives include Coastal Behavioral Healthcare's robust mental health programs.

Therapies & Specialties

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) are widely available in Sarasota.
  • Many therapists in the area specialize in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and other trauma-focused treatments.
  • Unique local offerings include e-therapy, bilingual care, and dedicated veteran support services.

Local Policies & Stressors

Despite its laid-back lifestyle, Sarasota residents face challenges such as the high cost of living and industry pressures, particularly in tourism and real estate. Additionally, the area's susceptibility to tropical storms can add to stress levels.

Take the Next Step

Don't let mental health challenges hold you back. Discover the support you need by connecting with a licensed therapist in Sarasota, Florida. Take the first step towards better mental health today.