Gulf Breeze Therapy

Gulf Breeze Therapy “Play, laughter and connection are the essential ingredients to create joy in our lives. Through His gentle approach and peaceful demeanor are legendary.

Therapeutic Methods

My therapeutic methods and philosophies are resiliency-based, experiential, child-centered, developmental, relational, and humanistic. My objective is to achieve connection, empowerment and thriving for my clients and their families. I choose to use play therapy, and animal assisted psychotherapy techniques in helping people heal. As a trained generalist clinical social worker

my credo is: “start where the client is,” to provide the most appropriate interventions in my mental health toolbox based on the client’s age, preferences, and particular needs. Experience

I began working in the counseling field in 1994, and became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in 2011. In 2016, I made the decision to give back to the field of social work by mentoring beginning therapists as a Qualified Clinical Supervisor. Since that time, I have transitioned 5 Registered Clinical Social Worker Interns into Licensed Clinical Social Workers. Education

Bachelors in Social Work from University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Masters in Social Work (Clinical) from Florida State University


Certifications
Grief Counseling

Certified Clinical Trauma Professional

Acceptance Commitment Therapy

Counseling Military Populations

Yoga for Mental Health

Mental Health Telehealth Practitioner

Registered Play Therapist - In Progress

Animal Assisted Play Therapy - In Progress

Specializations: Children, Families, and Trauma, Play Therapy, Animal Assisted Play Therapy

Children

childhood anxiety/depression

infant mental health

gifted/exceptional children

sensitive children

children with special needs

ADHD

sensory issues

social skills

building resilience and coping skills

Families

child-parent and family relationships

divorce/separation

addiction in families

military/law enforcement family life

mindfulness

coping with life transitions

Trauma

grief

sexual trauma

domestic violence

medical trauma

My co-therapist, Chief, is a 5-year-old rescue Golden Retriever who has a true gift in helping people feel loved, nurtured and safe. Chief has achieved his American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Certification and his PetPartners Therapy Dog skills. Chief is often available to assist in sessions by client request.

We’ve given our Meet the Team page a fresh new look! 📸✨There are some updated photos, a few new smiling faces, and a tea...
08/05/2026

We’ve given our Meet the Team page a fresh new look! 📸✨

There are some updated photos, a few new smiling faces, and a team picture we’re pretty proud of… especially since we somehow managed to get everyone (including the therapy dogs 🐾) looking at the camera on the first take. We may never accomplish that again!

Whether you’ve been with Gulf Breeze Therapy for years or you’re just getting to know us, we’d love for you to stop by and meet the incredible people who make our practice such a special place.

Every member of our team brings their own personality, experience, and heart to helping children, teens, and families thrive. ❤️

Take a look, put some names with faces, and say hello!



Compassionate therapy for children, teens, and families in Gulf Breeze, FL. Anxiety, trauma, ADHD, play therapy, EMDR, and family counseling.

07/28/2026

Sand Tray Training with Momma Owls Minis

Our entire Gulf Breeze Therapy team had the privilege of spending July 25 with Cat and Alisha from Momma Owls Minis for ...
07/28/2026

Our entire Gulf Breeze Therapy team had the privilege of spending July 25 with Cat and Alisha from Momma Owls Minis for a Sand Tray training, and it was nothing short of incredible.
What we expected was a day of professional development. What we experienced was so much more.
The day was filled with learning, togetherness, laughter, meaningful conversations, and yes, even a few tears. Cat and Alisha have a remarkable gift for creating a space where you feel safe enough to learn, reflect, grow, and connect, not only with the therapeutic process but with yourself and the people around you.
Their passion for Sand Tray work is contagious, but what stood out even more was the heart they bring to everything they do. They teach with authenticity, humility, and compassion, making even complex concepts feel approachable and deeply meaningful. Every member of our team walked away with new clinical skills, fresh perspectives, and a renewed excitement for the work we do with children and families.
As a group practice, finding continuing education that truly strengthens both clinical competence and team culture is rare. This training accomplished both beautifully.
Thank you, Cat and Alisha, for investing in our team. Your wisdom, encouragement, and genuine care made a lasting impact on all of us. We are grateful for the experience and look forward to learning from you again.

Looking at this picture reminds me how far we’ve come.Gulf Breeze Therapy started with one clinician and a dream. Since ...
07/16/2026

Looking at this picture reminds me how far we’ve come.

Gulf Breeze Therapy started with one clinician and a dream. Since then, we’ve grown into a team of talented therapists and support staff who share the same mission: helping children, teens, and families thrive.

Growth hasn’t always been easy, but it has always been worth it.

Every person in this photo brings something unique to our practice, and I couldn’t be more proud of the culture we’ve created together. Kindness. Excellence. Teamwork. A genuine desire to make a difference.

Thank you to our clients, referral partners, and community for believing in us. Your trust has allowed us to grow into something we could only imagine a few years ago.

The future is bright, and we’re excited to continue serving our community for many years to come.

🎉 Happy Birthday to the heart of our front office, Faith! 🎂💙If you’ve ever called Gulf Breeze Therapy or walked through ...
07/15/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday to the heart of our front office, Faith! 🎂💙

If you’ve ever called Gulf Breeze Therapy or walked through our doors, chances are you’ve been greeted by Faith’s warm voice, kind smile, and incredible ability to make everyone feel welcome.

She keeps our days running smoothly, helps families navigate the first steps of care, and somehow manages to juggle it all with grace, patience, and a sense of humor. She is often the first friendly face our families meet, and she plays a huge role in creating the caring environment we’re so proud of.

Faith, thank you for everything you do for our team, our clients, and our community. We hope your birthday is filled with lots of laughter, great food, and all the appreciation you deserve.

Please help us wish Faith a very Happy Birthday! 🎈🎁🎉

Does your child seem more anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally "stuck" lately?Parenting doesn't come with a handbook, an...
07/08/2026

Does your child seem more anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally "stuck" lately?
Parenting doesn't come with a handbook, and sometimes it's hard to know what's typical and when it might be time to seek a little extra support.
That's why we've started building a free Parent Resource Library at Gulf Breeze Therapy.
You'll find practical, evidence-based articles written to help parents better understand topics like:
🧠 ADHD
💙 Anxiety
🏫 School refusal
🌱 Coping skills
✨ EMDR therapy for children..and much more coming soon.
Whether you're looking for answers today or simply want to learn more, our goal is to provide trusted information you can use at home.
📚 Explore the Parent Resource Library here:
https://gulfbreezetherapy.com/resources
If there's a topic you'd like us to cover in a future guide, let us know in the comments. We'd love to build resources that answer the questions parents are asking every day.

Compassionate therapy for children, teens, and families in Gulf Breeze, FL. Anxiety, trauma, ADHD, play therapy, EMDR, and family counseling.

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