Find a therapist in Jacksonville, FL — covered by insurance

Feeling trapped by anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or procrastination? I help you gain calm and control with practical, evidence-based CBT and ERP -informed tools. I help adults with anxiety and OCD intrusive thoughts, reduce chronic overthinking, and feel steady again in their daily life and relationships. My approach integrates ERP and CBT for practical symptom relief with deeper attachment and parts-based work to address long-standing relational patterns, self-criticism, and codependency. Therapy with me is structured, collaborative, and paced to your individual path.

Many functioning adults struggle with anxiety, OCD, or procrastination that persists even when they understand what’s happening.

These patterns aren’t a lack of willpower —

They may be learned responses that can be changed with the right support and tools.

Together, we create tailored plan for transcending patterns that have kept you stuck.

You’ll leave sessions with language for your patterns, tools that work in real time, and a quiet confidence you didn’t think was possible.

I specialize in:

• OCD and intrusive thought spirals
• Anxiety that shows up as overthinking, perfectionism, or constant second-guessing, emotional eating
• Codependent relationship dynamics
• Navigating old-school family dynamics without shrinking yourself

People tell me they value my sincerity, warmth, and ability to make them feel truly seen — while also being gently challenged to grow.

If you’re ready to stop spinning and start shifting, schedule a session with me today.

Reach me directly at [email protected] to schedule a consult or appt.

I also accept Medicare, AmBetter, UMR and United plans.

https://care.tavahealth.com/providers/jessica-gaffney

Therapy is a healing of the past, UNFOLDING OF THE PRESENT AND gift for your future. You will see growth from day one.

Hi, I’m Nicole! I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor at Optimyze Counseling. I specialize in couples therapy, anxiety, stress, life transitions, adolescents, young adults, and perinatal and postpartum mental health. My approach is warm, collaborative, and strength-based, creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard and understood.

As a heartbreak therapist, my approach is evidence-based, gentle, and non-judgmental. I provide a comforting, open space, where you are the expert in your own life. My role is to help you navigate anxiety, depression, and heartbreak. Clients often describe me as easygoing and feeling safe in my care. Many say if I weren’t their therapist, we’d be friends because of the warmth and comfort I offer.

I specialize in supporting individuals experiencing anxiety, severe depression, anger management concerns, behavioral difficulties, eating disorders, parenting challenges, mood disturbances, and other emotional or life stressors.

My primary background revolves around behavioral issues, anger management, LGBTQ+, and parenting.

The goal of therapy is not to create dependence, but to foster growth. I strive to help clients overcome challenges, heal from difficult experiences, and develop the self-awareness and self-acceptance needed to thrive independently.

I'm a trauma-informed therapist in New York and Florida who works specifically with moms of explosive boys. My training is rooted in understanding the nervous system — which means I work beneath the behavior, not just at the surface of it. I'm not going to hand you a sticker chart or tell you to pick your battles. I understand what you're actually dealing with — and I take it seriously.

Welcome—I'm so glad you're here. Whether you’re navigating a life transition, processing deep emotional wounds, or simply seeking a safe space to be heard, I’m here to support you. I’m a bilingual, neurodivergent, culturally-affirming National Certified Mental Health Counselor, licensed in Virginia and Florida, with 25+ years of experience guiding individuals through healing and growth. My approach is compassionate, personalized, and rooted in evidence-based practices.

I believe therapy is a powerful way to reconnect with your inner strength. If you're considering taking that step, I'd be honored to connect.

I currently work with individuals aged 18 and older.

I had the opportunity to experience travel by serving in the military for 22 years. After returning home-Florida I went to school and graduated from Webster University with master's in counseling, Attended Argosy University with Doctorate in Education, Counseling, and Supervision. Populations I have served --women and men with transition and life altering events, substance use, domestic violence and women issues.

I've worked with Active-duty service members, spouses and Veterans, men and women leaving prison and teens at Job Corps.

I have worked at the Women's Center of Jacksonville, Hubbard House, River Region, Gainesville Psychiatric Clinic and Northeast Florida Women Veteran Inc.

Since COVID I've had the pleasure of working remotely.

I am an Army Veteran, Lifelong learner, Adjunct Professor, traveler, and adventurer. I enjoy learning and creating new projects, enjoy playing monopoly with family, board games and chess.