As a licensed therapist in Texas, Florida, Wyoming, New Mexico, New Hampshire, and Arizona with 10 years of experience on this platform, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on creating affirming, compassionate spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals, young adults, and those experiencing relationship challenges, anxiety, and personal growth obstacles. My therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in understanding each person's unique journey. I offer expertise in addressing depression, stress, social anxiety, workplace dynamics, and interpersonal communication. With a commitment to inclusive, non-judgmental care, I support clients exploring sexuality, gender identity, relationship structures, and personal empowerment. Drawing from two decades of clinical experience, I help individuals develop resilience, self-understanding, and meaningful strategies for emotional wellness. Whether you're confronting trauma, relationship transitions, or seeking deeper self-acceptance, I'm dedicated to walking alongside you with genuine empathy and professional guidance.

I am licensed in Florida with 32 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with lgbtq+ related issues, grief and loss issues, improving self esteem and self confidence, and coping with life changes. I also have experience working with professional and executive coaching, and am a Qualified Supervisor for LMHC Interns. I support my clients by creating an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Florida. I attended school later in life and I have worked in different areas of social work. The areas include working with children and families that are involved in abuse situations; crisis counseling; working with adolescents in a diversion program; family counseling; and as a school social worker. I also worked with children who had emotional and behavioral problems, and substance abuse issues. I co-facilitated parenting groups that taught parents how to communicate with their adolescent children. I am compassionate, empathetic, and I care deeply about people being happy. I am easy to talk to and nonjudgmental. I believe that everyone is equal and deserves to be treated with respect. My goal as a therapist is for people to reach their full potential and be satisfied with where they are in life. My approaches include Solution Focused Therapy, Systems Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Writing Therapy. I work with individuals and couples. Entering into therapy is the first step towards making positive changes and I want to be a part of your journey. My hours are flexible and include evening and weekend availability.

As a licensed therapist in Florida with over two decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on addressing depression, anxiety, addiction, relationship challenges, grief and loss, and self-esteem concerns with compassionate, evidence-based approaches. I have extensive expertise in helping clients work through communication difficulties, feelings of guilt and shame, attachment issues, and mood disorders. My therapeutic style emphasizes understanding and healing from past experiences, and developing healthier emotional patterns. My approach is deeply collaborative and tailored to each individual's unique journey. I strive to create a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their challenges, build resilience, and cultivate meaningful personal growth. Whether you're struggling with interpersonal relationships, emotional regulation, or long-standing personal patterns, I'm committed to walking alongside you with empathy and professional guidance.

Cancer is a frightening diagnosis. It can conjure up thoughts of spending long periods of time in difficult treatment, feeling ill, suffering and possibly even dying. If you or a loved one has cancer or any other life threatening illness, it is important to learn the physical, emotional and spiritual tools to help you through this challenging time. Everyone’s experience is different which is why I tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. With over 35 years experience as a licensed counselor, I have worked with addictions, mental illness, couples & family therapy, chronic illness, coping with life changes, grief and loss. My specialty lies with chronic illnesses, especially cancer, since it was so pronounced in my family while growing up. I am certified as an Interactive Guided Imagery ℠ Practitioner helping clients draw on their own inner resources to find creative ways to problem solve and to support healing. The greatest challenge to a life threatening diagnosis is often your own inexperience facing what seems so insurmountable. There is no good reason you should take this journey alone. That is where the support of counseling steps in providing a listening ear, help with the anxiety and stress that often accompanies this type of diagnosis and providing helpful referral information. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

As a licensed therapist with over two decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients navigate challenges like depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and personal growth. I bring a culturally responsive and affirming approach, particularly attuned to the experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals, people of color, and those facing multicultural concerns. My therapeutic work focuses on holistic healing, addressing issues ranging from social anxiety and trauma to life transitions, midlife challenges, and personal identity exploration. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where clients can develop deeper self-understanding, improve communication skills, and cultivate self-love and resilience. Drawing from extensive clinical experience, I'm committed to supporting individuals through diverse life experiences—whether you're dealing with relationship struggles, seeking personal growth, or working through complex emotional patterns. My approach is collaborative, empowering, and designed to help you discover your inherent strengths and create meaningful change.

Prof John Checkett (pronounced as in, Check it Out!) is a highly skilled, highly educated therapist holding degrees in several of the social sciences. He's the first man in history to earn a master's degree in Women's Studies in Florida, an academic discipline which he also taught on a university level. He also holds university degrees in communication arts and social work, as well as being an LCSW. He's worked in emergency screening, providing spot analysis for emergency mental health cases with no advance notice. He also worked for years in the prison system, with inmates experiencing mental health difficulties. John'san excellent listener and communicator, and he specializes in problems related to gender, problems between couples -- which are usually matters of communication -- and social justice. He employs an integrative approach, drawing especially upon cognitive behavioral therapy, Jungian and narrative therapy, addressing such matters as self-care, empowerment, self-image, self-esteem and conflict resolution.

Welcome, I’m truly honored to support you in creating your best life. We all have something we’re working on or working through, and it’s my goal to help guide you through that journey. I believe we each possess unique strengths—sometimes hidden—that, once recognized, can transform the way we approach life’s challenges. As a divorced single mother, I’ve experienced the many facets of life—the beauty, the hardship, and everything in between. It’s this combination of personal experience and professional training that allows me to connect with and support my clients in a deep and meaningful way. I use a variety of therapeutic modalities, tailoring your experience to you—because no two people are the same, and therapy should reflect that. I specialize in areas such as divorce, separation, anxiety, trauma, and depression. I genuinely look forward to meeting you and working together to help you move closer to the goals you have for yourself. Once we schedule your first session, I’ll ask you to complete two brief forms: a HIPAA form and an intake questionnaire. This intake allows me to gain a holistic understanding of who you are so that we can begin our work together with clarity and intention right from the start. Warmly, Crystal Rischer MSW, LCSW

With over 10 years of practicing as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida, it is my mission to make your therapy experience comfortable, productive, and uniquely tailored to your needs. I have extensive experience in treating stress and anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, autism spectrum issues, family problems, as well as other mental health issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear or judgment- ensuring effective, long-term results and speedy improvement. Making the decision to start therapy is a courageous step, and I look forward to collaborating on generating the best version of yourself!

I have worked with many types of people in my career, but a favorite is helping those struggling with grief. People have come to me after losing a child, a friend, or a parent and even a close long-term romantic partner. Being overwhelmed with conflicting and confusing emotions is common and often they just need to be heard. Your process is unique to you and the last thing you need to hear is, "It's time to move on, stop crying." The goal is to take ownership of your grief, and all that comes with it. Sometimes permission is all that you need to allow whatever happens to happen. You are the director of how you choose to grieve. I specialize in addiction, intersex birth differences, grief, anxiety and trauma. Initially, my style is to work towards building a therapeutic relationship with you, always developing trust in its own time until you are comfortable revealing deeper vulnerability. I believe together, with minds combined, we find better solutions to what seems insurmountable. Since high school many have shared private information with me. I suspect they know just how much I can relate to their experiences. As a flawed human, with much life experience, my strength lies in compassionate understanding. I continue to receive letters of gratitude from decades old clients. I humbly respond, "I lit the candle you did all the work!"

I am licensed in Florida with over 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, domestic violence, setting boundaries, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression, mood disorders and substance use. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our sessions and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in Florida with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & sleeping disorders. I also have experience working with depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in Florida with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with addictions, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

As a licensed therapist in Florida, I bring six years of dedicated experience supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My professional approach centers on compassionate, evidence-based care for those experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction challenges. I understand that seeking therapy takes courage, and I'm committed to creating a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their experiences and develop meaningful strategies for healing. My practice is rooted in empathy, respect, and a deep belief in each person's capacity for growth and transformation. Drawing from trauma-informed and client-centered therapeutic techniques, I work collaboratively with individuals to uncover their inherent strengths and build resilience. My goal is to empower clients to develop healthier coping mechanisms, enhance emotional well-being, and create positive life changes at their own pace.