One in five Americans struggle with mental health issues. 2020 has challenged and changed every one and every thing about daily life. ‘Covid Fatigue’ is real and widespread. And it’s not over yet. It is the rare individual who can keep their head on straight in the midst of a divorce, let alone a global pandemic. Coming up with a solid game plan may require the help of a professional.

Stress during times of upheaval is inevitable, even if it’s not apparent in every family member. Talk therapy, cognitive behavorial therapy or spiritual guidance may be the best investment you can make in yourself (and your child).

Finding a qualified therapist is like shopping for comfortable shoes; you’re looking for a good fit; the right personality, temperment, brand of wisdom, even gender. Personalities that mesh for one person may not be an ideal match for others. It’s reasonable to interview more than one counselor, just as you would interview any other type of professional (attorney, accountant, plumber, etc).

If you have questions or concerns about counseling, we can assist you. Call our office if you need help finding a qualified mental health professional (386) 257-4699. On this list are professionals we have worked with who practice a range of specialties.

LMHC .. Licensed Mental Health Counselor

> Shani Clement, LMHC

Ph (386) 310-4888 . . Email: shaniclement@cfl.rr.com

Family Therapy .. Premarital + Couples Counseling

> Dr. Angela G. Jones, Ed.D, LMFT, LPC, RPT, CFPC . . Art of Therapy Counseling & Consulting

Individual, Family & Couples Counseling . . Contact for initial appointment

Ph (478) 247-0300 . . website: www.AngelaJonesTherapy.com . . Email: help@AngelaJonesTherapy@gmail.com

275 South US Hwy 17-92 . . DeBary, FL 32713

> Brave Voices Counseling, LLC (Family Therapy)

Toll Free: (866) 758-6561 . . website: www.BraveVoicesCounseling.com

1362 U.S. 1 N, Suite 301 . . Ormond Beach, FL 32174

> BG Counseling, LLC  | Barbara Orr Gebbia, LMHC

Specializing in Trauma and Addiction

Ph (386) 316-0704

1112 Riverside Drive . . Holly Hill, FL 32117

> Norman E. Hoffman, Ph.D., Ed.D., LMFT, LMHC | Valerie G. Watt, Ph.D., LCSW

Ph (386) 677-3995 . . Email: forensic@nbfe.net . . website: www.nbfe.net

595 W. Granada Blvd., Ste H . . Ormond Beach, FL 32174

> Judy Stamper, LMHC

Ph (386) 451-1953 . . Email: jstamp85@yahoo.com

555 W. Granada Blvd., Ste C-6 . . Ormond Beach, FL 32174

LMFT .. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

> Karen Ste. Claire Spicer, Ph.D., LMFT, RN

Ph (386) 322-4676 . . Email: kspicer@drkarenspicer.com

5434 Riverside Drive . . Port Orange, FL 32127

> Jane Devine, LMFT | Family Counselor

Ph (386) 252-1176

The Kress Building, Downtown Daytona . . Suite 403

140 S. Beach Street . . Daytona Beach, FL 32114 . .

> Hollan Pugh, LMFT | The Front Porch

Ph (386) 589-7833 . . website: www.hollan.net . . Email: hollanpugh@gmail.com

116 Bay Street . . Daytona Beach, FL 32114

> Sandy Bass, M.S. / LMFT

Ph (386) 547-2876 . . website: www.SandyBass.net . . Email: sandy@sandybass.net

1182 Pelican Bay Dr Daytona Beach, Florida 32119

> Tina Pomroy, M.A.L.M.F.T. | Marriage & Family Therapy and Diplomate Clinical Hypnotherapy

Ph (386) 767-7252 . . Email: cap42351@yahoo.com

4643 S. Clyde Morris Blvd., Suite 306 . . Port Orange, FL 32129

> Cynthia Pinion, MS, LMFT, NCC | Marriage & Family Therapist

Ph (386) 320-3181 . . Email: CynthiaPinionCounseling@gmail.com

Clinical Psychology

> Ivan Fleishmann, Psy.D | Clinical Psychologist

Ph (386) 736-8337 . . Email: ifleishman@aol.com . . website: www.IvanFleishman.com

339 W. New York Ave . . Deland, FL 32720

> Barbara E. Kelly, Ph.D., LLC

Ph (407) 951- 8812 . . Email: bkelly@bkellyphd.com . . website: www.KellyPsychology.com

1155 Louisiana Avenue, Suite 106 . . Winter Park, FL 32789

> Jeffrey A. Dangizer, M.D. | Psychiatric Affiliates, P.A.

Ph (407) 679-6400 . . Email: info@jeffreydangizermd.com

2300 Maitland Center Parkway . . Suite 230 . . Maitland, FL 32751

> Kyle J. Goodwin

Ph (407) 740-6838

2737 W. Fairbanks Avenue . . Winter Park, FL 32789

Clinical Counseling  

> Stewart-Marchman | Act Behavior Healthcare

Ph (800) 539-4228 . . Email: access@smabehavioral.org

1220 Willis Avenue . . Box 30 . . Daytona Beach, FL

Pastoral Counseling  

> Dr. Timothy McNeil, LMHC | Genesis Counseling Center

Ph (386) 677-5376

336 S. Halifax Avenue . . Ormond Beach, FL 32176

> DivorceCare | Tomoka Christian Church

Contact: Marti Powloski . . Ph (386) 956-1124 . . Email: marti.pawloski@hotmail.com

1450 Hand Ave., Meeting Rm 4 . . Ormond Beach, FL 32174

Parent Coordinators

Parenting Coordinators assist the courts in managing issues of high conflict and visitation matters

> Norman E. Hoffman, Ph.D., Ed.D., LMFT, LMHC (see above for listing)

> Barbara E. Kelly, Ph.D. (see above for listing)

Accounting .. CPA  

> Laura Hilsenbeck, CPA | Turnstone Consulting, PA

Ph (386) 843-3972 . . website: www.TurnstoneConsulting.net

Email: laura@turnstoneconsulting.net

Mailing address: PO Box 2612 . . Ormond Beach, FL  32175

> Adam Magill | Valuation Litigation Services, LLC

Specializing in business valuations, litigation support, forensic accounting

Ph (407) 233-4180 . . Email: info@valuation-litigation.com . . website: www.Valuation-Litgation.com

801 N. Magnolia Avenue, #304 . . Orlando, FL  32803

Accreditations

There is some overlap between education, designation and the interactive role of various mental health professionals. This is a basic explanation by designation/education.

Clinical Psychologist Psychologists complete longer educational programs, including more training in psychometric assessment. This person has a doctoral degree from an accredited/designated program in psychology. Their scope of practice typically includes more test administration. Trained to make diagnoses and provide individual and group therapies.

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) This individual has a masters degree, with special education and training in marital and family therapy. Trained to diagnose and provide individual and group therapies.

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) A mental health counselor is a medical professional who helps patients achieve emotional wellness. Practitioners usually hold a masters or doctoral degree. They often see patients on an ongoing basis as one part of a treatment plan centering on practice cognitive behavorial therapy. They often practice in specialized areas such as trauma, addiction or youth services.

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) A counselor with a master’s degree in psychology and several years of supervised clinical work experience. Trained to diagnose and provide individual and group counseling.

Licensed Clinical Socal Worker (LCSW) A masters level license. In broad terms, clinicians are trained to look at psychologocal issues in a more social context, like the effect of poverty and prejudice on identity and achievement. Often employed by school systems.

Pastoral Counselor Clergy with training in clinical pastoral education. Trained to diagnose and provide individual and group therapies.

Psychiatrist A medical doctor with special training in the diagnosis of mental and emotional illnesses. A psychiatrist can prescribe medication and typically does not counsel patients.

What to watcH NOW: SPLIT

A film for kids of divorce (and their parents)

http://www.splitfilm.org

SPLIT is a deeply personal film that explores the effects of divorce on children. The film features twelve children, aged 6-12, who explore the often frightening and always life altering separation of their parents.

SPLIT gives us the children's perspective on divorce .. no adults, no experts .. just kids speaking the powerful truth of what is on their minds and in their hearts. Their wisdom, candor, and humor will give courage to other children, and encourage parents to make better choices as they move through divorce.

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