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Veterans and Active Duty Military Mental Health
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 Sarasota, 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
Sarasota, FL
Veterans and Active Duty Military Mental Health
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 Sarasota, 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
Sarasota, FL
Veterans and Active Duty Military Mental Health
MALINDA GROW
I have been a military spouse for 17 years and have worked with those who have experienced trauma, anxiety, PTSD, depression, fami... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LMHC
Female
I have been a military spouse for 17 years and have worked with those who have experienced trauma, anxiety, PTSD, depression, family therapy and couples counseling. I love see... More
Who might be a good fit for Malinda?
People experiencing anxiety and looking for a therapist with experience in working with military families might consider Malinda Grow’s style of care. Her approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused techniques, offering practical tools to support change and growth during challenging life transitions. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
Veterans and Active Duty Military Mental Health
Melita Torres
Hello! I'm Melita, and I'm so glad you're here. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life, and taking the first ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LCSW
Female
Hello! I'm Melita, and I'm so glad you're here. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life, and taking the first steps towards change is a big deal. If you're... More
Who might be a good fit for Melita?
Melita Torres may work particularly well with those looking to build skills around managing life transitions and emotional challenges such as anxiety, depression, or trauma. Her integrative approach blends cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and psychodynamic techniques to provide practical tools and compassionate support tailored to each individual’s unique journey. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
Veterans and Active Duty Military Mental Health
Steven Johnson
Hello. My name is Steve Johnson, a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). I have been working in the helping professions my entir... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LCSW
Male
Hello. My name is Steve Johnson, a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). I have been working in the helping professions my entire adult life. I first became licensed over 25... More
Who might be a good fit for Steven?
Steven Johnson may align well with adults who are working through issues such as anxiety, depression, or trauma. He emphasizes a unique, empathetic therapeutic connection tailored to each individual’s experience, supporting clients as they navigate both the challenges and growth that come with healing. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
Veterans and Active Duty Military Mental Health
Rachel Mulholland
Hello! My name is Rachel. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LMHC
Female
Hello! My name is Rachel. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia. I graduated from my Masters in Ment... More
Who might be a good fit for Rachel?
Clients facing concerns such as anxiety or depression may connect with the techniques and structure offered by Rachel Mulholland. Her experience working with Veterans and active duty military, especially those coping with combat-related and military sexual trauma, informs a supportive and practical approach tailored to managing life transitions and uncertainty. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
Veterans and Active Duty Military Mental Health
Tahaji Smith
My name is Tahaji Smith. I am currently an MSW graduate, and an LCSW with 20+ years of public service experience. Previously, I wo... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LCSW
Female
My name is Tahaji Smith. I am currently an MSW graduate, and an LCSW with 20+ years of public service experience. Previously, I worked for 17 years as an Emergency Public Safe... More
Who might be a good fit for Tahaji?
Tahaji Smith offers an approach that may suit individuals focusing on managing stress, anxiety, or life transitions. She creates a safe, client-centered space that encourages self-discovery and growth, integrating diverse methods like mindfulness and strength-based therapy to support each person’s unique journey. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
Veterans and Active Duty Military Mental Health
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 Sarasota, 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
Sarasota, FL
Veterans and Active Duty Military Mental Health
KIMBERLY ALLISON
Therapist | LMHC: I believe that the therapeutic relationship is one of collaboration. A therapist and client need to work togeth... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LPC|LMHC
Female
Therapist | LMHC: I believe that the therapeutic relationship is one of collaboration. A therapist and client need to work together to help the client achieve their goals. Th... More
Who might be a good fit for Kimberly?
Clients seeking structured support for trauma, grief, or family conflicts might consider working with Kimberly Allison. Her collaborative, client-centered approach incorporates a range of therapeutic modalities, including EMDR and Internal Family Systems, which may be especially relevant for those managing complex emotional experiences or military-related stress. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
Veterans and Active Duty Military Mental Health
LAURA KOHN
Hi! I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has been in practice for over 20 years. Before becoming a therapist I was an exec... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LMHC|LPC
Female
Hi! I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has been in practice for over 20 years. Before becoming a therapist I was an executive in Tech, and have experience in Corpora... More
Who might be a good fit for Laura?
Individuals managing concerns related to anxiety, trauma, or career stress may appreciate the methods Laura Kohn incorporates into her practice. Drawing from her background in both corporate leadership and mental health, she offers practical tools and hypnotherapy techniques designed to help clients achieve rapid, lasting change while balancing life’s demands. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
Veterans and Active Duty Military Mental Health
EVELYN HAMMAN
My name is Evelyn Hamman I am a double board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner.... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
PMHNP
Female
My name is Evelyn Hamman I am a double board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner. I'm offering tele-psychiatric behavioral hea... More
Who might be a good fit for Evelyn?
Evelyn Hamman may be well-suited to individuals who value a supportive, cognitive behavioral approach in managing mood disorders, anxiety, or ADHD. Her bilingual services and telehealth options provide accessible care for teens and adults seeking tailored psychiatric and behavioral health support. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
Veterans and Active Duty Military Mental Health
MICHAEL MACK
Educated and trained at Rutgers, Harvard, Savannah State, and the University of Pennsylvania, Michael Mack started his career over... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LCSW
Male
Educated and trained at Rutgers, Harvard, Savannah State, and the University of Pennsylvania, Michael Mack started his career over 25 years ago at the Philadelphia Child Guida... More
Who might be a good fit for Michael?
People experiencing family conflict or those wanting to strengthen communication within their relationships could benefit from Michael Mack’s focused therapeutic work. His use of Structural Family Therapy combined with evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT offers support tailored for children, teens, young adults, and those navigating mood or trauma-related challenges. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
Veterans and Active Duty Military Mental Health
CARMON AKITOYE
I am a solution focused, clinical social worker who seeks to help my clients restore balance within themselves and their environme... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LCSW
Female
I am a solution focused, clinical social worker who seeks to help my clients restore balance within themselves and their environment. Establishing realistic goals helps to pav... More
Who might be a good fit for Carmon?
Carmon Akitoye may be well-suited to individuals who value a solution-focused and supportive approach in managing challenges like anxiety, trauma, or life transitions. Drawing on her diverse background working with military clients, families, and individuals, she incorporates coping skills and evidence-based therapies to help clients restore balance and work toward realistic goals. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
Veterans and Active Duty Military Mental Health
BRYAN LLORENTE
Hello, my name is Bryan Llorente, I am a licensed clinical social worker and have experience working in several clinical and ther... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LCSW
Male
Hello, my name is Bryan Llorente, I am a licensed clinical social worker and have experience working in several clinical and therapeutic settings. I started my career at Adve... More
Who might be a good fit for Bryan?
People experiencing grief or those wanting to strengthen coping skills could benefit from Bryan Llorente’s focused therapeutic work. His collaborative approach and experience with major life transitions, medical-related mental health challenges, and crisis intervention support clients in developing practical strategies to manage stress and emotional difficulties. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
Veterans and Active Duty Military Mental Health
ASHLEY TARRANT
Dr. Ashley Tarrant is a licensed Clinical Psychologist. She completed her undergraduate studies at Florida State University, a Ma... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LP
Female
Dr. Ashley Tarrant is a licensed Clinical Psychologist. She completed her undergraduate studies at Florida State University, a Master's Degree in General Psychology from the ... More
Who might be a good fit for Ashley?
Ashley Tarrant may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for managing mood disorders and substance misuse. Her compassionate and warm therapeutic style, combined with expertise in evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT, supports adults facing challenges such as anxiety, ADHD, and eating disorders. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
Veterans and Active Duty Military Mental Health
ROSA FOOTMAN
Hello, my name is Rosa Footman and I have over seven years of experience in the mental health field as a LMFT. I am the Founder a... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LMFT
Female
Hello, my name is Rosa Footman and I have over seven years of experience in the mental health field as a LMFT. I am the Founder and Owner of Be Inspired Counseling Services I... More
Who might be a good fit for Rosa?
Rosa Footman may support individuals who want to explore relationship dynamics through a therapy-informed lens. Her experience working with military members and couples emphasizes creating safe, trusting spaces where clients can develop clearer communication, healthy compromise, and emotional vulnerability. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
Veterans and Active Duty Military Mental Health
ANNIE ALTENOR
Hello and welcome, I’m Annie Altenor a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-QS) based in Florida. I received my Masters from Ba... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LCSW
Female
Hello and welcome, I’m Annie Altenor a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-QS) based in Florida. I received my Masters from Barry University and have been practicing for o... More
Who might be a good fit for Annie?
Annie Altenor may work particularly well with those looking to build skills around managing anxiety, career stress, and life transitions. Her holistic approach blends person-centered and cognitive-behavioral techniques, creating space for meaningful change while honoring each client’s unique experience. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
Veterans and Active Duty Military Mental Health
RICHARD HASTE
Seeking strength, understanding, and a path forward? I'm not your typical therapist. I've walked the walk that you have, not just ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LMHC|LPC
Male
Seeking strength, understanding, and a path forward? I'm not your typical therapist. I've walked the walk that you have, not just once, but twice. As a former Marine and law e... More
Who might be a good fit for Richard?
Those coping with trauma or pursuing personal growth in managing anxiety and depression may find Richard Haste’s approach to be well-aligned. Drawing on his background as a Marine and law enforcement officer, he integrates cognitive behavioral therapy with a deep understanding of the unique experiences faced by veterans and individuals navigating life transitions. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
Veterans and Active Duty Military Mental Health
MELODY RAY
Making the decision and moving forward with seeking therapy is a huge step and usually, it's the biggest challenge in therapy. Fro... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
LMHC
Female
Making the decision and moving forward with seeking therapy is a huge step and usually, it's the biggest challenge in therapy. From the moment you walk through my door, you've... More
Who might be a good fit for Melody?
People experiencing anxiety or those wanting to strengthen coping skills could benefit from Melody Ray’s focused therapeutic work. She creates a calm and accepting environment where clients collaboratively explore emotions and thought patterns using approaches like ACT, CBT, and trauma-informed methods. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
Veterans and Active Duty Military Mental Health
JENNIFER SIZEMORE
I have been in the healthcare field for over 30 years as a nurse. In 2020, I became a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Sarasota, Florida
PMHNP
Female
I have been in the healthcare field for over 30 years as a nurse. In 2020, I became a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I use the knowledge I have acquired through... More
Who might be a good fit for Jennifer?
Individuals or couples navigating challenges such as anxiety, ADHD, or mood disorders may find alignment with the strategies and frameworks utilized by Jennifer Sizemore, where applicable. Her combined experience in nursing and psychiatric care allows her to integrate medication management with therapeutic support tailored to children, adolescents, and young adults. View Profile
Sarasota, FL
Veterans and Active Duty Military Mental Health

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
Service members and veterans often face unique mental health challenges like PTSD, depression, or transition stress. Psych Hub we connects you with providers experienced in military culture and evidence-based treatments, ensuring care that resonates with you.

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.