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Trusted Mental Health Counseling in New Smyrna Beach
The Counseling Center of New Smyrna Beach of New Smyrna Beach has provided compassionate mental health care for over 30 years, serving individuals, couples, and families across Volusia County. Our multidisciplinary team of licensed professionals delivers evidence-based therapy tailored to each client's unique needs, specializing in areas such as trauma recovery, relationship counseling, addiction treatment, and adolescent support. Founded as Associated Psychiatric Service and led by Shane Porter, LMHC since 2007, we've expanded our services while maintaining a commitment to clinical excellence and community-focused care. Our approach combines practical solutions with therapeutic innovation, offering both in-person and telehealth options to ensure accessibility. With expertise in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, and life transitions, we empower clients to achieve lasting personal growth.Our team's extensive credentials include specialized training in EMDR, CBT, and DBT, ensuring comprehensive treatment for diverse mental health challenges. We prioritize building trust through personalized care, helping clients develop resilience and improve relationships. As a locally rooted practice, we understand the specific needs of our community and strive to make quality mental health services available to all who seek them. Our legacy of trust is built on thousands of successful client outcomes and ongoing professional development. We remain dedicated to evolving with our clients' needs while upholding the highest standards of ethical practice.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Telehealth Services
Addiction Counseling
Trauma Recovery
Child & Adolescent Therapy
Career Counseling
EMDR Therapy
Christian Counseling
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined experience in mental health counseling
- Our team includes licensed professionals with specialized training in EMDR and CBT
- We provide personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs
- We offer both in-person and HIPAA-compliant telehealth sessions
- Our counselors maintain active clinical supervision and continuing education
Services
Individual Therapy
One-on-one sessions addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Our licensed therapists use evidence-based methods like CBT and DBT to help clients develop coping strategies and achieve personal growth. Sessions focus on improving emotional well-being through personalized treatment plans.
Couples Counseling
Specialized therapy for couples facing communication issues, infidelity, or relationship conflicts. Using Gottman and Imago methods, we help partners improve intimacy, rebuild trust, and develop healthier communication patterns. Sessions focus on strengthening relationships through collaborative problem-solving.
Telehealth Services
Secure virtual counseling sessions using HIPAA-compliant platforms. Available for individual, couples, and family therapy, this service provides accessible mental health care for clients throughout Florida. Maintains the same quality standards as in-person sessions with flexible scheduling options.
Child & Adolescent Therapy
Specialized programs for children and teens using play therapy, art therapy, and CBT techniques. Our therapists address behavioral issues, academic stress, and emotional challenges while involving families in the treatment process to ensure comprehensive support and positive outcomes.
Trauma Recovery
Specialized treatment for trauma and PTSD using EMDR therapy and trauma-informed care. Our clinicians help clients process traumatic experiences, develop coping mechanisms, and restore emotional stability through structured, compassionate therapeutic approaches tailored to individual healing needs.
People
Shane Porter
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Director of the Counseling Center of New Smyrna Beach of New Smyrna Beach since 2007 with 25+ years of experience. Specializes in trauma recovery, addiction treatment, and EMDR therapy. Holds advanced training in DBT and CBT techniques.
Jerry Oestmann
Psychologist
Doctoral-level psychologist with expertise in cognitive behavioral therapy and family systems. Provides assessment and treatment for complex mental health conditions across the lifespan with a focus on practical solutions.
Potoula Diaz
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
Specializes in couples counseling and family dynamics using evidence-based approaches. Certified in addiction treatment with experience helping clients overcome relationship challenges and communication barriers.
Kathy Kuykendall
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Experienced in trauma-informed care and community mental health. Provides individual and group therapy for anxiety, depression, and life transitions with a strengths-based approach to client empowerment.
Heather O'Neill
Registered Clinical Social Work Intern
Emerging clinician working under supervision with experience in adolescent mental health and family support services. Focuses on building therapeutic relationships through compassionate, client-centered care approaches.
Questions
What types of counseling services do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and life transitions using evidence-based approaches.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes, we provide secure HIPAA-compliant telehealth sessions with licensed professionals for clients throughout Florida.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call us at (386) 423-9161 during business hours to speak with our intake coordinator and complete new patient forms online.
What ages do you treat?
Our services cover ages 5 and up, with specialized programs for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors.
Are your counselors licensed professionals?
Yes, our team includes licensed mental health counselors, psychologists, social workers, and marriage & family therapists with active credentials.
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