Trauma & Grief Therapy
Trauma and grief therapy is a form of therapy that can help you deal with the emotional and physiological responses caused by a traumatic event or events.
BREAKING THROUGH BARRIERS
Effective Treatments for
Overcoming Difficulties from a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida
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Professional Accreditation
I have worked in the field since 2007 and am a licensed mental health counselor
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Training & Education
I have training and experience in several evidence-based psychotherapeutic modalities
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Best Treatment
I use different therapeutic methods to help people overcome their problems
ABOUT ME
The care you deserve
Our mission: To assist individuals of all ages to successfully navigate life’s challenges through qualified compassionate care.
At Empower Professional Counseling Services, we understand that asking for help can be a difficult decision to make. We all go through transitions in life that can be a challenge to process and to overcome at times. We are a professional counseling service dedicated to providing individuals that need help with a positive therapeutic experience. We believe in treating individuals as unique people and we tailor an approach that best fits you.
At Empower Professional Counseling Services, we use compassionate care through the following seven principles:
- Empathy
- Mindfulness
- Professionalism
- Open-mindedness
- Willingness
- Encouragement
- Respect
With these principles guiding our practice, trust can be built, and progress can be made. Our leadership have a combined 20 plus years’ experience in the field in both the administrative and clinical aspects. Our experience allows for the quality client-centered care you are looking for.
Call Me Now and Make an Appointment
Joni Winstead
LMHC-QS, LMFT, NCC, MCAP, C-DBT, CTP
WHAT WE OFFER FOR YOU
Therapies & Specialties
Anxiety Disorders Therapy
Anxiety disorders can be a serious illness and have long term problems
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
This treatment is a comprehensive therapy designed to help patients navigate extreme emotional suffering, helping them accept the reality of their lives and behaviors.
EMDR Treatment
At Empower Professional Counseling Services, our EMDR therapy program is personalized to meet the unique needs of each client. The process involves an eight-phase treatment approach.
Substance Abuse and Treatment
Substance abuse treatment is not one-size-fits-all. It is a structured process aimed at helping people quit or reduce substance use and develop the skills they need to maintain a substance-free lifestyle.
CONFIDENTIALITY
All our meetings are confidential and information is protected.
PROFESSIONALISM
We guarantee only 100 % professional high quality services for you.
SUPPORT 24/7
24 hour access to our client portal, as well as crisis counseling available.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Our clinicians have multiple years experience helping people overcome challenges.
DEVELOPMENT
We try to develop and reach new heights. We attend various trainings and seminars that help us.
RELIABILITY
We will never leave you in a difficult moment. Call us right now and make an appointment.
Empathy
Respect
Professional
Open-Minded
COMMUNITY LINK
Mental Health in the News
We think it is important that clinicians have a mixture of clinical skills and humane qualities that help to build trust. That is why we work within our community in Florida to help spread mental health awareness.
WHAT WE TREAT
Why Choose Us
We offer a friendly and down-to-earth approach to therapy, providing a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space to talk.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Dialectical (DBT)
- Behavioral Therapy
- Couples Therapy
- Reality Therapy
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Trauma Focused
- LGTBQIA+ friendly
- Out of Network
- Out of Pocket
- Optum
- United Healthcare
- Tricare Certified
- Bright HealthCare
- Vocational Rehabilitation
- Cigna
- Oxford
- Oscar
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shields
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Quest Behavioral Health
Allow me to be a part of your journey to a better you.
- A free initial telephone consultation
- Instant access availability online
- Confidential service for you
- Access to professional support
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We provide a wide range of professional and confidential therapy services for private clients and consulting services for professionals and businesses.
Gulf Breeze, FL 32563-8112
Call: 850-328-4464
