Our therapists offer DBT / dialectical behavior therapy in Jacksonville, FL

Elizabeth Chouindard is a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 15 years of healthcare experience in psychiatric and ER/trauma settings. She cares for patients across the lifespan and supports children, teens, adults, and seniors dealing with behavioral issues, mental stress, life transitions, grief, depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. Elizabeth strives to build genuine connections with those open to change and tailors treatment to each individual, focusing on lifestyle, wellness, and mental health.

Elizabeth has a Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University. While medication management is a valuable tool, she also integrates holistic approaches to support overall well-being. Elizabeth’s approach is rooted in patience, trust, and communication, ensuring everyone feels supported in their journey toward improved mental health and quality of life.

Seeking mental health care can feel overwhelming, but Elizabeth is here to help. With compassionate, personalized care, she is ready to support and empower you to take control of your well-being. Reach out—you’re not alone.

I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 6 years of experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care to individuals navigating mental health challenges. I began my career in healthcare out of a deep desire to serve others and create meaningful change in their lives. Over the years, I’ve developed a strong clinical foundation working with diverse populations, addressing conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders through an integrative and evidence-based approach.

I have a Master’s in Nursing from Walden University and hold advanced training in psychiatric mental health. My approach is collaborative, empathetic, and centered on trust and respect. I use evidence-based interventions to help clients build resilience, gain insight, and achieve emotional balance while supporting them through every step of their healing journey.

I understand that seeking help takes courage, and I’m honored to walk beside you as you move toward wellness and self-discovery. Together, we can create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, valued, and empowered to take meaningful steps toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.

I am a Registered Clinical Social Work Intern with 7 years of experience focusing on family systems, trauma-focused therapy, and counseling for children, adolescents, and young adults. My work is grounded in compassion, cultural awareness, and a deep understanding of how early life experiences shape emotional development. I bring extensive experience in case management and behavioral health, supporting clients navigating mental health challenges and emotional struggles with empathy and professionalism.

I hold a Master’s in Social Work from Florida State University. My approach is client-centered, strength-based, and trauma-informed, helping clients identify their goals, develop resilience, and heal at their own pace. I create a collaborative, safe space that fosters trust, self-awareness, and lasting emotional growth.

I know opening up can be hard, but when you’re ready, I’m here to help you explore what’s on your mind in a safe and supportive way. My goal is to empower you to build the tools and confidence needed to navigate life’s challenges. I look forward to connecting and supporting you on your healing journey.

Sha-Londa Neely is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with 4 years of experience in the mental health field. She is highly dedicated to helping adolescents, adults, and couples navigate difficult situations and triumph over them. Her areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, grief, stress, trauma, self-esteem, women's issues, and life transitions. She aims to empower her clients and help them embrace their most authentic selves.

Sha-Londa completed her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Jacksonville University. Her life and professional experiences equipped her with the necessary tools to support and guide her clients to achieve their goals. She provides a safe, judgment-free environment for her clients to share and explore who they are or want to become.

As we navigate this unpredictable world, we all encounter challenges we may need help working through. Sha-Londa is committed to helping you navigate those challenges and accompanying you on your journey to wholeness and fulfillment. If you are ready to address your concerns and/or regain control of your life, schedule an appointment with her today!

I am a registered mental health counselor intern (RMHCI) with 1 year of experience supporting adults navigating trauma, chronic stress, burnout, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. I often work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck in survival mode, or disconnected from themselves, as well as high-functioning clients who have spent years prioritizing others and are seeking clarity, balance, and emotional grounding.

I earned my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Capella University. My clinical background includes work in outpatient, community, and school-based settings. I use a trauma-informed, nervous-system-aware approach that integrates mindfulness-based practices, parts work, and somatic awareness to support emotional regulation and insight.

You do not have to navigate this alone. I strive to create a safe, compassionate space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to understand your patterns, process unresolved experiences, and build healthier relationships with yourself and others. When you are ready, I invite you to take the next step toward the care you deserve.

Dr. Juanita Bruno is a bilingual (English, Creole) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 17 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing difficulties in their life related to phase of life changes, transitional phases, trauma, anxiety, relational issues, women's issues, and more. Dr. Bruno has also worked with family members and their support systems regarding substance abuse and recovery processes.

Dr. Bruno earned her Doctoral degree from Capella University, and believes that to understand her clients, she must also know where that person comes from. This allows her to see the entire person instead of looking at a singular part of you. Dr. Bruno uses different interventions depending on what works best including emotionally focused therapy (EFT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) - informed, solutions-focused therapy (SFT), and more.

She looks forward to working together with you. If you feel like Dr. Bruno could be a good fit to help you address and manage your mental health conditions or concerns, reach out to schedule your first session today.

I am a registered mental health counselor intern (RMHCI) with 2 years of experience supporting clients who want to heal, grow, and feel more connected to themselves and others. I take a trauma-informed, holistic approach that honors the mind, body, and spirit. I help individuals and families navigate life transitions, relationship stress, anxiety, depression, and attachment concerns so they can build emotional strength and create more meaningful relationships and inner peace.

I earned my master’s in mental health counseling from Jacksonville University. I use trauma-informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy to meet you where you are and help you build insight, strengthen coping skills, and support meaningful growth.

My style is gentle and empowering. I believe healing begins when you feel safe enough to explore your experiences with compassion and curiosity. Clients describe me as calm and grounded, and I strive to offer that same steady presence in every session. I look forward to helping you move toward clarity, confidence, and lasting emotional well-being.

Sam Nelson is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with over 3 years of experience in the mental health field. She has worked with children, teens, and adults with a range of clinical concerns including anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, borderline personality disorder, behavioral addictions, and trauma.

Sam received her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Florida. She draws from evidence-based therapy modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, exposure and response prevention, motivational interviewing, play therapy, EMDR, and expressive arts techniques.

Sam believes the first step to feeling better lies in accepting ourselves as we are in this moment so that we can identify areas for growth and make positive changes. Everyone faces challenges and deserves the support to get through them! Sam would appreciate the opportunity to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing.

Ashley Tucker is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adults address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Ashley specializes in working with clients to manage their depression, anxiety, substance use concerns, and grief/loss/trauma, as well as help adults overcome major life transitions. Ashley is originally from Panama City, FL but grew up in Morehead City, NC, completing her Bachelor of Social Work at North Carolina State University and her Master of Social Work at East Carolina University.

Her personal experience and professional experience working as a therapist and in mobile crisis has helped her provide clients resources and coping skills as they overcome challenges. Ashley utilizes many treatment approaches including dialectical behavioral (DBT), motivational interviewing, strength-based, and cognitive behavioral therapies (CBT).

Throughout life, we all go through many changes and challenges that can test us emotionally and physically. Ashley would be honored to work with you to help support you as well as provide you with tools to help you overcome life’s many challenges. If you are ready to overcome such challenges to be the best version of yourself, schedule an appointment today.

Ann Taylor is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Addictions Professional in the State of Florida who has over 10 years of experience providing clinical assessments and therapeutic care to adult male Inmates in the State of Florida Correctional System who suffer from depression, anxiety schizophrenia, trauma, and self-injurious behavior and 13 years of experience providing substance abuse counseling to adults who have received DUIs, have pain management issues, and alcohol and drug abuse and dependence. Ann completed her Bachelor of Arts in Criminology at the University of Memphis and received her Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University. Ann utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution focused approaches to therapy, sustaining flexibility, inspiration, and resourcefulness to meet the wishes of her patients. Ann strives to form a warm, honest, caring and supporting rapport to help facilitate developing your strengths and to work in partnership to provide lifelong skills to enhance your goals and ensure that you experience the meaningful life you desire.

Kesha Sterling is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with over 3 years of experience. She specializes in assisting adults who have a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, panic disorders, relationship issues, and addiction, as well as mood and personality disorders. Kesha has expertise in working with the addiction population, women, and couples.

Kesha received her Master of Science in Psychology from the University of Phoenix and is pursuing her doctoral degree. She utilizes a variety of clinical approaches that are personalized for client-specific needs including cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoeducational therapy, mindfulness-based methods, and motivational interviewing.

Kesha is committed to partnering with clients and helping them navigate their mental landscapes and address emotional disorders that affect their lives. She believes that we are only limited when we limit ourselves. If you are ready to begin, schedule an appointment with Kesha today!

Lisa Maddox is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has been working with kids and families in education since 2006 and working in the counseling field since 2020. She is passionate about helping people process and work through grief and major life changes. Lisa believes it takes a village to help a family prosper and enjoys working with all parts of the family unit (kids, adolescents, parents, couples, and family therapy) to help them grow and thrive.

Lisa completed her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology, her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Social Science Secondary Education at Florida State University, and her Master of Science (MS) in Mental Health Counseling at Jacksonville University. She worked as a public high school teacher for 15 years and Lisa is ready to “teach” you and your family the tools and skills you need to succeed in your unique situation. To do this, Lisa utilizes treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, and client-centered therapy.

In a world that is tough and constantly changing, Lisa challenges you to pause for a few minutes a day and begin the journey to making your life more than just about survival. If you are ready to learn who you are and how you have made it this far in your journey, Lisa will work closely with you in this discovery, and provide you with new tools to support your ever-growing strength to overcoming life's challenges. If you are ready to get to know the most important person in the world, yourself, schedule an appointment with her today!

Goulnissa Outechova is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 17 years of experience in the field. Goulnissa works with clients of different ages and her main focus is helping families and children cope with their challenges, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, stress, interpersonal relationships, communication skills, and parenting.

Goulnissa Outechova was educated in Russia and obtained her master’s degree in education and psychology. She continued her studies in the U.S. to meet the educational criteria for Licensure in Mental Health in the state of Florida. Goulnissa got licensed in the state of Florida in 2013.

Goulnissa will work with you on achieving your therapeutic goals by providing the necessary tools and skills.

Dr. Jennifer Richie, DNP is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C). She is passionate about providing quality compassionate and comprehensive mental health services to adolescents and adults. Jennifer possesses strong clinical skills enhanced by her natural ability to build rapport with patients and families. Her background includes child and adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, and addiction medicine.

She earned her Doctorate in Nursing Practice at Chamberlain University, her graduate degree at Georgetown University, and her undergraduate degree at Drexel University. She follows evidence-based guidelines blended with clinical experience, personal observation, and intuition.

As a PMHNP, Jennifer’s role is multifaceted, including managing care in inpatient and outpatient settings, executive leadership, working as a mental health advocate, and providing therapy. She has a deep interest in the prevention of mental illness and promoting mental wellness.

Julouse Etienne is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) in the state of Florida. She has experience working with individuals who have various mental health concerns including depression, anxiety and self-esteem issues. Julouse also provides spiritual support if the patient requires it.

She says that while she wants to be able to provide whatever her patient needs, she cannot do that if the patient does not reach out. It is her job to make every patient feel confident and secure with themselves and their lives, so she wants to be able to help in every way possible — the only way to do so is if the patient reaches out and informs her of their needs.

As a spiritual woman of color, Julouse understands the issues of inequality and finding one's true purpose. She plans to help the patient not only by prescribing but also by providing emotional and spiritual support when needed.