Family therapy and counseling in Fernandina Beach, FL

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I am Elange Guerrelus, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of experience working with individuals, families, groups, and couples experiencing with cognitive, behavioral, emotional, and marital difficulties. I am a level 3 Gottman trained couples therapist and a certified parent instructor along with an extensive and great experience in Christian counseling. It will my pleasure to assist you with your mental health needs. Throughout my professional experience, I utilized various psychotherapy methods and techniques to assist children and families experiencing psychological distress to improve their mental well-being. My skill set and experience in this field have allowed me to work in a wide range of settings such as mental health clinics, community health centers, churches, and hospitals.

I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner working with adults from diverse backgrounds. I provide warm, affirming, and direct care, with a collaborative approach focused on understanding each person's goals supporting meaningful , sustainable progress. My priority is creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered in their care.

Sometimes life can feel overwhelming, and reaching out for help can be one of the most important steps toward feeling better. You deserve a space where you feel heard, understood, and supported.

I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with 27 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate emotional challenges and life transitions. My approach is warm, compassionate, and collaborative. I work closely with my clients to better understand their experiences and develop practical strategies that promote emotional well-being and personal growth.

I have experience supporting clients with anxiety, panic attacks, grief and loss, ADHD, behavioral challenges, and stress related to life changes.

I provide services in English and Spanish, and my goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where you feel comfortable exploring your thoughts and emotions.

I work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, working through trauma, life transitions, and the challenges that come with parenting and the postpartum period. I understand how overwhelming it can feel when your mind won't slow down or when life doesn't look the way you expected. My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical- I want you to feel supported. We will focus on building insight, developing tools that feel like they will really work, and exploring what is important to you.

You might feel misunderstood, overwhelmed by mood changes, or unsure how to navigate relationships in a way that feels natural or fulfilling. Whether you’re dealing with depression, bipolar patterns, or feeling “different” in social or emotional spaces, it can be exhausting trying to figure it out on your own.

I work with adults, including neurodivergent individuals, who want to better understand themselves, improve relationships, and feel more steady and connected in their daily lives. My goal is to create a space where you feel respected, supported, and able to be fully yourself.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor with over 20 years of experience supporting adults through life’s most challenging seasons. My background includes extensive work in behavioral health and addiction treatment, with a focus on helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, substance use concerns, stress, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm. I believe therapy should feel supportive, practical, and judgment-free. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck, exhausted, anxious, discouraged, or unsure of how to move forward. My goal is to help you better understand what you are experiencing, identify patterns that may be holding you back, and build healthier tools to manage life with more confidence and stability.

I strive to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and supported as we work together toward meaningful change.