Trauma Therapists Available in Ocala
This page is for people in Ocala looking for mental health professionals who work with trauma and offer online services throughout Florida. Compare clinicians by their treatment approaches, experience with trauma types, and the kinds of clients they serve. Since a Florida licence covers the whole state, being in Ocala is not a barrier to care. Look for descriptions of therapy style, special training in trauma-focused methods, and notes on whether they work with adults, teens, couples, or families to find a good match for your needs.
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1. Kenneth Hoeck, LMHC
Trauma-informed counseling with integrative, evidence-based care
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Sleeping · Anger · Depression
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2. Diandra Ortiz, LMHC
Diandra Ortiz, LMHC - Bilingual counselor
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Family · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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3. Dr. Sherry Acosta, LMHC
Licensed LMHC supporting relationships and growth
Works with Relationship · Intimacy-related issues · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes
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4. Vicki Bauer, LMHC
Licensed LMHC supporting families and individuals
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Family · Parenting · Coaching · ADHD
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Mindfulness Therapy
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5. Rene Garcell, LCSW
Client-centered support through life transitions
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Relationship · Grief · Depression
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6. Sara Dabney, LCSW
LCSW specializing in trauma and LGBT care
Works with Stress, Anxiety · LGBT · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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7. Sunny Philip, LCSW
Compassionate, adaptable therapy for lasting change
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy
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8. Julian Laverde, LMHC
Support for anxiety, trauma, and life changes
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes
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9. Victoria Naginsky, LMHC, LPCC
Supportive therapy for change, healing, and resilience
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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10. Dawnel Kuhn, LMHC
Compassionate Florida LMHC for healing and growth
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Trauma and abuse · Anger · Depression
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11. Fred Sacklow, LCSW
Experienced Florida LCSW for complex emotional challenges
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Family · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy
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12. David Potts, LCSW
Compassionate, engaging therapy for lasting change
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) · Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
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13. Yvonne King, LMFT
Compassionate Florida marriage and family therapist
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Grief · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy · Existential Therapy
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14. Robert Shackelford, LMFT
Support for families facing conflict and healing
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Family · Anger · Self esteem
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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15. Opree Joyner, LCSW
Compassionate, client-centered therapy for lasting change
Works with Addictions · Relationship · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy
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About trauma therapy for people in Ocala
Everyone listed on this page holds a licence to practise in Florida and works online. That matters more than it sounds: a licence is issued by the state, not by a city, so a therapist is available to anyone in Florida regardless of how far away they are. Someone in Ocala can work with a therapist whose books would otherwise be out of reach.
1,734 therapists match this page, all of whom name trauma among the areas they work with. Fifteen are shown above. The list changes between pages, so it is worth looking at more than one if none of these feels like a fit.
What to compare
- Credential. LMHC, LCSW and LMFT are different training routes to licensed practice in Florida, all overseen by the Florida Department of Health's Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling. None outranks the others; they shape emphasis rather than quality.
- Years in practice. Shown for every therapist here. More experience is not automatically better, but it is a fair proxy for how much of a given problem someone has seen.
- What else they work with. A therapist whose other focus areas overlap with your situation is usually a better starting point than one whose listed areas stop at the single thing you searched for.
- Approach. CBT, psychodynamic, solution-focused and the rest describe how sessions tend to run. If you have tried therapy before and it did not suit you, changing approach is often more useful than changing therapist.
- Language. Shown where a therapist offers sessions in more than English.
How online sessions work
Sessions run by video or by messaging, arranged through our partner platform rather than booked directly with the therapist. There is no travel and no waiting room, which for most people is the difference between starting and not starting. Pricing is set by the platform and shown before you commit.
Therapy in Ocala
Ocala has a population of about 63,591. Local in-person availability varies and waiting lists are common, which is part of why state-wide online practice has grown. Nothing on this page depends on a therapist being near you.
Common questions
How do I choose a trauma specialist from the listings on this page?
Start by identifying the treatment approaches you prefer, such as EMDR, CBT for trauma, or somatic therapies. Compare clinicians on their experience with the specific trauma you or a loved one experienced, the populations they treat, and any notes about session format. Reading practitioner summaries helps you decide who to contact for an initial conversation.
What questions should I ask in a first message about trauma work?
Ask about the clinician’s experience with your type of trauma, how they structure trauma-focused treatment, what methods they use, and whether they have experience with your age group. You can also ask about session length and how they handle crises. Keep questions brief to get clear answers in a first contact message.
Are there differences between trauma-informed and trauma-focused care listed here?
Yes. Trauma-informed care means the clinician considers trauma’s possible effects in their approach, while trauma-focused care includes specific therapies targeting traumatic memories and symptoms. Look for keywords in profiles like EMDR, prolonged exposure, or trauma-focused CBT to identify clinicians who offer focused trauma treatment rather than a general trauma-aware approach.
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