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Licensed Counseling Psychologist in Gainesville, FL
With over four decades of dedicated practice, I have established myself as a trusted counseling psychologist committed to helping individuals navigate life's challenges. My expertise spans anxiety, depression, adult sexual abuse recovery, and family therapy, supported by a diverse range of therapeutic modalities tailored to each client's unique needs. Having taught at the University of Miami's Counselor Education Department for over a decade, I bring both academic rigor and practical insight to my private practice. My approach emphasizes empathic communication, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and interpersonal awareness to foster personal growth and resilience. For 15 years, I have served the Gainesville community, offering specialized support for career development, chronic illness management, and grief counseling.My practice prioritizes accessibility, with flexible scheduling and special consideration for students, while maintaining strict adherence to ethical standards. I remain personally available for emergencies, ensuring clients receive timely care when needed most. This combination of experience, adaptability, and compassionate expertise defines my commitment to mental wellness. Clients benefit from a practice built on decades of clinical supervision research and a deep understanding of human sexuality and family dynamics.
Services
Anxiety Therapy
Depression Counseling
Family Therapy
Trauma Recovery
Career Development
Chronic Illness Support
Grief Counseling
Couples Therapy
Stress Management
Parenting Guidance
Highlights and features
- We offer 40 years of clinical experience in mental health therapy.
- Our practice specializes in anxiety, depression, and trauma recovery.
- We provide personalized family therapy and couples counseling.
- Our approach combines cognitive-behavioral therapy with empathic communication.
- We offer emergency availability for critical client needs.
Services
Anxiety Therapy
Specialized treatment for anxiety disorders using evidence-based techniques. Our approach combines cognitive-behavioral therapy with relaxation training to address symptoms and underlying causes. Clients learn practical coping strategies for managing daily stress and acute anxiety episodes.
Depression Counseling
Comprehensive care for depressive disorders through empathic psychotherapy. We address emotional patterns, negative thought cycles, and behavioral changes using personalized treatment plans. Our therapy focuses on restoring emotional balance and rebuilding life satisfaction through structured therapeutic interventions.
Specialized interventions for couples and family relationship challenges. Our approach improves communication patterns, resolves conflicts, and strengthens emotional connections. Sessions address pre-marital concerns, intimacy issues, and post-divorce adjustments using systemic therapeutic frameworks.
Trauma Recovery
Focused treatment for trauma survivors, including adult sexual abuse recovery. We employ trauma-informed care principles and somatic techniques to process traumatic memories. Our therapy emphasizes safety, empowerment, and rebuilding trust through gradual, client-paced interventions.
Grief Counseling
Guided support through bereavement and life transitions. Our approach addresses complicated grief patterns and helps clients develop adaptive coping strategies. We incorporate existential perspectives to help individuals find meaning and purpose following significant losses.
People
Stiles-Glazer Doris PhD
Licensed Counseling Psychologist
With 40 years of clinical experience, Dr. Stiles-Glazer specializes in anxiety disorders, trauma recovery, and family therapy. Former University of Miami associate professor, Harvard graduate, and published researcher in human sexuality and family violence issues.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I combine cognitive-behavioral therapy, empathic communication training, and family systems approaches tailored to each client's specific needs and goals.
Do you accept insurance?
I do not participate in insurance panels but can provide documentation for potential out-of-network reimbursement. Fees are discussed directly during initial contact.
Are evening appointments available?
Afternoon appointments are available. Emergency availability is provided when possible for urgent client needs.
What populations do you specialize in?
I work with adults, adolescents, and children addressing anxiety, depression, trauma recovery, family dynamics, and chronic illness management.
How long are therapy sessions?
Session duration is tailored to individual needs, typically following standard 45-60 minute intervals with flexible scheduling options.
