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a Variety of Other Counseling Services & Consultation
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Kerry Berner, BSW, MA, Ed.S, LMHC

Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor
Qualified Counselor Supervisor



Children, Individual, and Couples 
Counseling
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Specializing in Helping Individuals and Businesses with issues such as:  Anxiety, Depression, Parenting Support, Behavioral Issues, Relationship Strengthening, Reactive Attachment Disorder, Grief & Loss, Attention Disorders, Motivational Issues, Divorced/ Blended Family Struggles, and Self Esteem Issues.  

Kerry has an extensive background in counseling and supervising.  She has worked with many children, individuals, and families for over 25 years.  She provides a variety of counseling services to individuals and families.  She works with many clients with anxiety, depression, loss and conflicts in relationships.  She is a provider for many corporate EAPs and often provides Crisis Response Counseling services onsite and consultation services along with speaking engagements. Proudly, she believes in giving back to the counseling field and is a mentor to new counselors and provides supervision and consultations to many counseling student interns and counselors in the field.

​Kerry has a Graduate Certificate in Play Therapy and is a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor (RPT-S).  She was recently appointed to the Florida Association of Play Therapy Board.  She received training as a Child Parent Relational Therapist and provides training to parents and their children and uses her experience of working in schools to help parents advocate for services.  Additionally, she has received her certificate in Hypnotherapy and provides Mindfulness Counseling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to individuals. She has received extensive training in Marriage and Couples Counseling  and has completed Level 1,2,& 3 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy receiving training directly from John and Julie Gottman. Every year, Kerry travels throughout the country receiving ongoing Professional Development in the field of counseling and participates as a presenter educating other counseling professionals. 


She uses approaches such as: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Play Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, Clinical Hypnosis, Child / Parent Relationship Therapy, Gottman Method Couples Therapy, & Education Consultation.​

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Kerry's areas of expertise are shown in the following degrees and certifications:   
  • Education Specialist Degree (Ed.S) in School​ Counseling/Mental Health Counseling-University of Central Florida
  • Master's Degree in Applied Sociology (MA)-UCF
  • Bachelor's Degree in Social Work (BSW)-UCF
  • ​Qualified Supervisor for Counselor Interns
  • Adjunct Faculty Professor at Eastern Florida State College
  • Play Therapy Graduate Certificate
  • Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Level 3
  • ​Clinical Facilitator for Corporate Companies
  • Adoption Specialist
  • Certified Hypnotherapist  
  • Florida DOE Certified School Counselor 
  • Florida DOE Certified School Social Worker
  • Grief & Trauma Training
  • Qualified Counselor Supervision Training
  • Ongoing Play Therapy Training & Presentations/Workshops
  • Member of Association for Play Therapy (APT)
  • Member of Florida Association for Play Therapy (FAPT) 
  • Member of National Association for Social Workers (NASW)
  • Member of Space Coast Mental Health Counselors Association 
  • Board Member-Florida Association for Play Therapy
  • Speaking Engagements and Wellness Seminars Upon Request   
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Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor (RPT-S) 
Qualified Counselor-Supervisor (LMHC-QS) 






Kerry Berner, BSW, MA, Ed.S, LMHC, RPT verified by GoodTherapy.org
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​Stephanie Spain Anderson, Ph.D, LMHC     
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Children, Adolescent, Individual and Family Counseling


Dr. Anderson is licensed mental health counselor specializing in working with children, adolescents, adults and families with a wide range of behavioral, social, emotional and adjustment challenges. Such issues may include but not limited to: parent/child or partner relational problems, anxiety, self-esteem, anger and stress management, and grief and loss.

She has dedicated over twenty years in the public school system as an elementary teacher and certified school counselor. Dr. Anderson spends her days assisting children and their families in working through life challenges that may impact the student’s education and personal/familial development. In addition to working as a school counselor, she believes in lifelong learning and is an adjunct professor. 

Dr. Anderson employs a holistic, strength based, person centered approach that guides her sessions and emphasizes the collaborative development of goals for therapy with her clients.
She incorporates her holistic approach to counseling by using a blend of Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focused, Motivational Interviewing, Family Systems, and psycho-education.


Dr. Anderson's Areas of Expertise are Shown in the Following Degrees and Certifications:
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Marriage and Family Therapy (Ph.D)-Barry University
  • Masters of Arts in Professional Counseling (MA)-Webster University​
  • Florida DOE Professional Educator's Certification in Guidance & Counseling​
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​Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)​​





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​Shelby Bliss, MA, LMFT     
Adolescent, & Individual Counselor

I have over 10 years of experience engaging women, young adults, and families in crisis, to include domestic violence centers, child protection services,  and acute mental health.  I have also had the privilege to collaborate with individuals, couples, and families as they strive to improve relationships, overcome addictions, and heal from past hurts.  

I believe that every person is valuable, not because of what they do or don’t do but because of who they are.  I have an eclectic, strength-based approach that is designed to meet you where you're at.  I draw from a variety of techniques to include Solution Focused, CBT, Gottman, ACT, DBT, Forgiveness, and Narrative therapy.  I believe therapist are like shoes, everyone needs to find the one they are comfortable with. 

Shelby's Areas of Expertise are Shown in the Following Degrees and Certifications:
  • M.A. Human Services Counseling- Marriage and Family Therapy-Liberty University 
  • B.S. Social Work 
  • Seeking Safety: A model for Trauma and/ or Substance Abuse 
  • Child Protection Training and Certification 
  • 32 hour accredited Domestic Violence 
  • 32 hour accredited Sexual Assault 
  • Motivational Interviewing 
  • DBT  33 hour Advanced Online Skills  Training for Adapting Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Everyday Clinical needs (in process)
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT)​​





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​​Robert Lee, MSW     
Adolescent, Individual and Couples Counselor
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Robert has been working with groups and clients in many forms for over 30 years.  He has worked extensively in the mental health field for the past six years working with individuals who have faced addiction, depression, anxiety, lack of motivation, self-esteem, and troubled relationships.  Robert practices include an individual and holistic approach and utilizes Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Techniques, and Insight Oriented Therapy Techniques.

Robert's Areas of Expertise are Shown in the Following Degrees and Certifications: 
  • Masters of Social Work (MSW)–University of Central Florida
  • Bachelor of Science in Psychology (BS)–University of Central Florida
  • Reiki Practitioner/Light Energy
  • Member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW)

Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern (RCSWI)​
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​Marcy Csuhran, MSW 
    
Adolescent, Individual, Family, & Couples Counselor

Marcy has an extensive clinical social work background filled with a myriad of advocacy activities for wellness along with counseling varied clients.  She derives happiness through working alongside adults, families, couples, and teens to assist them in reaching greater emotional strength and satisfaction through the most recent proven therapeutic techniques that encompasses evidenced-based research methods.  

Marcy has a Graduate Certificate in Imago Therapy for couples conflict resolution, has lead groups on self-injury, Trauma resolution for women, Grief Therapy as Brief Therapy certification, and is a practitioner of Dialectical Behavior Therapy Mindfulness Meditation, which she utilizes in coordination with other techniques to provide the client(s) with self-skills to work through present and future emotional stressors and difficulties.

In addition, she has tutored Brevard County teens studying for their college entrance exams, taught groups at Walt Disney World on workplace satisfaction and safety, and facilitated certified Prevention and DUI courses for those seeking other alternatives to incarceration to satisfy court requirements through proven methods of motivational interviewing and self-reflection exercises.  Her focus is on the client’s needs of removing barriers and teaching methods from behavior modification to mindfulness meditation to improve their life and those around them.

She uses the most up-to-date therapeutic approaches such as:  Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy methods (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing for substance abuse, Imago Conflict Resolution for Couples, and Emotional Intelligence for essential life skills.  She caters her approach to each individual client through incorporating their personal strengths that she builds upon in order to create a plan for lasting results.  


Marcy's areas of expertise are shown in the following degrees and certifications:   
  • Master’s Degree in “Advanced Clinical Practice in Social Work” with over 1500 clinical hours of counseling in adult, child, and family private practice – Saint Leo University in Florida (MSW) 
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology at University of Central Florida (BSW)
  • ​Registered Clinical Intern in Social Work with the State of Florida License ISW12099 (RCSWI) 
  • Certified DUI & Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist for court-appointed programs, individual and school education special events
  • Certified Imago Couples Conflict-Resolution Therapy 
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) specialist from childhood abuse, military, and domestic violence victimization
  • “Grief Therapy as Short-Term Therapy” certified specialist in utilizing techniques to swiftly move through early and/or traumatic grief experiences
  • Caretaker and Codependency Stress Specialist
  • Mindfulness Therapy, “Positive Psychology”, and Transcendental Meditation Specialist
  • ​Brevard County Schools contractor badge holder and Florida Teacher Certified in General Education Studies
  • Member and past Board Member of the Space Coast Division of National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
  • Member and past Board Member of the Space Coast Mental Health Counselors Association (SCMHCA)
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern (RCSWI)​​​​



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​Sherry Welch, MA
  
Children, Adolescent, & Individual Counselor

Sherry is a mental health counselor who works with children, adolescents, and adults.  She has experience working in grief and addiction counseling with both individuals and in family settings.  Sherry works with both children and adults who are working through post-traumatic stress, attachment disorders, and ADHD management.  Sherry uses a collaborative approach to counseling that incorporates and empowers her clients to find their ability to meet their greatest level of resilience and positive outcomes.  Her approach to therapy incorporates Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Solution Focused, Mindfulness and Play Therapy.

Sherry's Areas of Expertise are Shown in the Following Degrees and Certifications:
  • Masters in Mental Health Counseling (MA)-Webster University
  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (BA)-University of West Florida
  • Florida DOE Professional Educator's Certification in Guidance & Counseling
  • Foundations in Play Therapy 101 & 102
  • Sandtray Training
  • ​Member of Association of Play Therapy

​Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern (RMHCI)



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Jenna Rogerson, MSW     
Individual, Children, & Adolescent Counselor
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Not accepting new clients

Jenna is a clinical social worker who specializes in counseling and treating children, adolescents, and adults who want to navigate change.  She specializes in depression, anxiety, grief and general life stress.  Jenna uses the whole person approach, believing you already have the tools needed within you!  Utilizing cognitive behavioral, solution focused and motivational interviewing, Jenna is interested in helping individuals walk through their current journey and help them bring positive change to their lives.

Jenna's Areas of Expertise are Shown in the Following Degrees and Certifications:
  • Masters in Social Work (MSW-University of South Florida)
  • Bachelors of Arts-Sociology (BA-University of Florida)
  • Foundations in Play Therapy 101​

Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern (RCSWI)​​​


Now serving Brevard in 2 locations!     
Your premier Counseling Location in Brevard

​We offer two locations in central Brevard County and have affordable counseling rates!

270 N. Sykes Creek Pkwy #106
Merritt Island, FL  32953
Located directly on the Banana River


645 Classic Court #104
Viera, FL 32940
​Located in the heart of Brevard off Spyglass Hill Road

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Diane Frank, LCSW-QS     
Individual, Children, & Adolescent Counselor

Diane is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in children, adolescents, and adults.  She has previously held positions in various settings, including as guidance counselor in public schools as well as clinical therapist and clinical supervisor at a variety of mental health agencies in Brevard County.  She utilizes a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach, Trauma Focus, Reality Therapy, and Person-Centered which helps to increase self-esteem and self-confidence and decrease depression, anxiety, ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Grief/Loss, and Family Issues.  Diane provides her clients with the skills to learn to make good choices and develop the ability to evaluate the possible negative consequences of their actions.  She strives to enable clients to develop and utilize positive coping skills to reduce negative thinking and encourage successful functioning.  Diane often uses therapeutic expression with art  to promote positive affirmations with her clients.  Diane's strengths include communication, organization and interpersonal skills, patience, creativity, and flexibility!
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Diane's Areas of Expertise are Shown in the Following Degrees and Certifications:
  • Masters in Social Work (MSW)-University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
  • Bachelor of Arts Psychology(BA)-University of Wisconsin
  • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Training
  • Trauma Informed Therapy Training
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Training
  • Florida DOE Professional Educator's Certification in Guidance & Counseling (Previous Certificate)
  • Florida DOE Certified School Social Worker (Previous Certificate)
  • Member of National Association for Social Workers (NASW)
  • Qualified Counselor Supervision Training (LMHC/LCSW)​

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Qualified Counselor-Supervisor (LCSW/LMHC-QS) 
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Jennifer Rodriguez, MSW     
Individual, Children, Family Counselor

Jennifer's experience has reflected upon the wellness of children, couples, and families.  As a Bilinguil Clinical Therapist, she has worked primarily with Spanish speaking immigrant families as well as refugee youth and adolescents. She has been en elementary school teacher, Behavavior Intervention Specialist, and School Social worker in the South Bronx.  She worked directly with teachers, parents, and students assisting with IEPs, 504's, and promoting student academic success.  Jennifer also provided individual and group therapy for individuals would experienced domestic violence and traumatic histories.

As an avid lifelong learner, Jennifer trained at Ackerman Institute for the Family under the Social Work and Diversity program and received extensive training including Ackerman Relational Approach and also has a strong background in supporting children and individuals with complex disorders such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, and Opposition Defiant Disorder.

Her professional interests include furthering knowledge on working with children and families with disabilities, immigrant families,as well LGBTQ+ communities.


Jennifer's Areas of Expertise are Shown in the Following Degrees and Certifications:
  • Masters in Social Work (MSW-Columbia University-NY)
  • Masters in Education (New York University-NY)
  • Bachelors of Arts-Psychology (BA-St John's University-NY)
  • Adjunct Social Work Professor
  • AmeriCorps Volunteer-Jumpstart Program
  • Former Special Education Teacher (ASD-Nest Program)-New York City 
  • Member of National Association for Social Workers (NASW)

Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern (RCSWI)​​​


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Katelynn Jones, MA      
Adolescent & Individual Counselor


Katelynn is a mental health counselor with experience working with adults and adolescents. She has experience working in addiction counseling and medication assisted treatment programs. She has worked with disorders including depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. Katelynn uses an integrative approach that utilizes therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing among others to provide an individualized care that is appropriate for each client.

Katelynn’s Areas of Expertise are Shown in the Following Degrees and Certifications:
  • Psy D. Candidate-Florida Tech
  • Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MS)-Johns Hopkins University
  • Bachelor of Science in Psychology (BS)-University of Alabama
  • Member of American Counseling Association

Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern (RMHCI)


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​Denise Rowell, MA
  
Adolescent, Individual, & Couples Counselor

Denise is a mental health counselor who works with adolescents, adults, and couples.  She has experience working in addiction counseling and facilitating groups.  She has completed EMDR training and utilizes Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) strategies in her counseling.

Denise's Areas of Expertise are Shown in the Following Degrees and Certifications:
  • Masters in Mental Health Counseling (MA)-Webster University
  • Bachelor of Science in Health Science (BS)-University of Florida
  • EMDR Training
  • Certified Lamaze Instructor
  • Volunteer for Candlelighters of Brevard
  • Volunteer for Brevard Public Schools​

​Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern (RMHCI)


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​Vanessa Matthews, MA 
    
Children, Adolescent, & Individual Counselor

Vanessa is a mental health counselor who specializes in treating individuals, children, and adolescents. She is also passionate about helping individuals with building self-esteem and managing negative thoughts. She has worked with children who experience negative symptoms of ADHD and struggle with behavioral issues. She has also worked with adults and adolescents who have experienced trauma, abuse, grief, self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, and many other issues hindering emotional health and well-being. Vanessa utilizes Adlerian, Solution-Focused, and person centered counseling approaches, as well as techniques from Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Play Therapy and Creative Arts Therapy among others to help clients move toward a balanced life. Vanessa is currently completing Gottman Level 1 intensive couples counseling training.  She knows the value of continued education and is currently looking to train in Sand Tray Therapy, Music and Biblio Therapy and Gottman Method Couples Counseling.

Vanessa's Areas of Expertise are Shown in the Following Degrees and Certifications:
  • Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MA)-Webster University
  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (BA)-University of South Florida
  • Foundations in Play Therapy 101 & 102​​​
  • Gottman Level 1-in progress
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Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern (RMHCI)


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Kaylin Berner, MT-BC, NICU-MT, NMT    
Music Therapist-Board Certified

Kaylin is board-certified music therapist (MT-BC) that specializes in neurological music therapy (NMT), neonatal music therapy (NICU-MT) and music therapy for persons with disabilities.  Kaylin delivers a humanistic approach to music therapy to focus on emotional, physical and behavioral goals tailored to each client's individual needs.  She provides adapted music lesson in addition to music therapy sessions.  Adapted music lessons have primary goals centered around music making based on the needs of the individual, while general music therapy sessions are based around non-music goals and objectives such as increased attention span, decreased distress response, and increased quality of life. Kaylin is passionate about helping others achieve their goals through music.

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Kaylin's Areas of Expertise are Shown in the Following Degrees and Certifications: 
  • Bachelor of Music-Music Therapy (MT)– Florida State University
  • Board Certified Music Therapist
  • Neonatal Music Therapist (NICU Certified)
  • Certification in Music in Special Education
  • Certification in Orff Level 1 Music Training
  • Neurologic Music Therapy affiliate
  • Member of American Music Therapy Association

Music Therapist-Board Certified (MT-BC)

Please see our page Music Therapy for more information

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Lindsay St. Onge, MA, LMHC-QS     
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Children, Adolescent, Individual and Family Counseling

Not accepting new clients

Lindsay is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with almost 20 years of clinical experience in the Greater Orlando area. She has worked with a variety of populations in her career, however her passion is in working with children, adolescents and young adults. Lindsay has provided services in local schools offering counseling services to children, adolescents, teachers, and providing professional development and resources to parents.  Lindsay utilizes an integrative approach to therapy using a variety of techniques to address emotional, behavioral and adjustment challenges. In addition, she has extensive experience in the area of trauma. She has attended numerous trainings and conferences on trauma and is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional as well as a Trauma Informed Care trainer.

Lindsay's Areas of Expertise are Shown in the Following Degrees and Certifications:
  • Masters of Arts in Clinical Psychology (MA)-University of Central Florida​​
  • Trauma Informed Care Trainer
  • Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
  • Qualified Counselor Supervision Training (LMHC)

​Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
Qualified Counselor-Supervisor (LMHC-QS) 

“In between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space lies our power to choose our response.  In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” 
~ Viktor Frankl

Now serving Brevard in 2 locations!
Merritt Island and Rockledge/Viera Area




Therapists at Brevard Counseling are compassionate, knowledgeable, and highly dedicated. 

They have a strong desire to help others achieve understanding, security, sense of belonging, 
enjoyment, trust, love, and above all, HOPE.  Brevard Counseling provides a safe and nurturing 

environment to optimize the healing and growth process. If you are looking for a counselor in 
Brevard County, please feel free to contact us 321.323.9069
 

If your therapist cannot be reached by phone and you are in need of immediate  after hours assistance,
 2-1-1 Brevard is our local crisis line, available 24/7 at 211 or 321.631.9290 or www.211brevard.org.   
In the event of an emergency, please call 9-1-1.

COPYRIGHT© 2020 Brevard Counseling, LLC, All Rights Reserved.  Designed & Created by Kerry Berner, ED.S, LMHC, RPT

Our team provides counseling in Brevard County in 2 locations!
270 N.Sykes Creek Pkwy #106

Merritt Island, Florida  32953
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645 Classic Court #104
Viera, FL  32940

info@brevardcounseling.com
​321.323.9069