I'm not one to easily open up about my life with anyone, especially a stranger, but from the first…read moreencounter, I felt comfortable talking to Dannielle. Dannielle is truly amazing at what she does, and she has been a blessing to me. I've come a long way, and I would not have gotten this far without her. I would highly recommend Hand in Hand Counseling.

From the owner: Hand in Hand Counseling is a mental health practice operated by Dannielle Stafford, a licensed…read moretherapist, in Brandon, FL. Clients can meet in the comfort of their homes or in person. Insurance is accepted. Dannielle is an EMDR-trained therapist specializing in counseling preteens, adolescents, and adults with depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma. Her ideal client is open to the therapy experience and ready to challenge themselves to actively work toward feeling better.

The staff specifically Lisa Gross are rude and condescending, after an issue last week I spoke with…read moretheir executive director Freedman- who 1) never apologized and 2) didn't say definitively that he was addressing the issue. My daughter was supposed to have an appt yesterday however I never received a link. Messaged her therapist 2x but no response.

Needed to find a therapist for a little one, and this place is where we decided on. In a nice new…read morebuilding, very convenient to Brandon. But, most importantly the therapist seemed very competent to relating to young children. Today was the second session where I got to approve the treatment plan base on an extensive interview in the previous session. There seemed to be a genuine sense of wanting to help and a high degree of empathy from the therapist. I know these things take time, but am very optimistic that we have made a good choice. The one thing I wish was more streamlined is their procedure for approving documents. The approval for request of services is done by signing on a laptop using just your finger. How the resulting scrawl could be proven to be my signature is beyond me. Sometimes businesses use technology in ways that really don't make sense. I understand that they want a signature before beginning therapy, and that their process sends it directly to the insurance company for approval, but this is one case where paper and fax or scanned document would make a lot more sense. Two sessions so far and I feel like we made a good choice.

I seriously owe my current quality of life to Chuck and Jo-Ann…read more I met them a few years ago as a bartender, they were meeting friends for a night out and were super nice to me. They left a business card when they left, and although I wasn't in the market for couples counseling, I was in the market to speak with a therapist. At the time, I had a job that was going nowhere and I felt useless because I wasn't using my degree, I was in an abusive long distance relationship, I lived in a house with dirty irresponsible roommates, and my anxiety was at an all-time high. Although I was medicated in the past (and currently am now after some revelations) I did not want to be medicated at that time and wanted to learn how to handle my anxiety on my own. Not only did Jo-Ann teach me wonderful cognitive therapy techniques, but she also encouraged me to go to cosmetology school, which is what I had always wanted to do, but hesitated because my parents told me to go to college and get a "real job". I am now a very successful hairstylist, I have my own apartment, a wonderful partner, and although I eventually decided that I needed medication to treat my mental illnesses, I'm not on nearly as many as I was when I was in high school and college. I haven't seen Jo-Ann in a few years because I have moved, but I really wanted to thank her for changing my life for the better. If you are looking for a therapist in the Brandon or Tampa area, then look no further. If I ever get engaged, I will be sure to book appointments and make the drive to see her and Chuck to have a few sessions to build a healthy foundation for marriage.

The name of the counselor is Illene, my wife and i have…read moretaken our premarital counselling with them and the county gave us a discount on our marriage license. We go there once every 2 months to keep our marriage on track. We got so many tips, budgeting sessions, and other helpful material to keep our marriage strong. It was awesome, and if you are not a christian this may not be relevant to you but as a practicing christian who knows the bible well her counselling was on POINT. I think it was very inexpensive almost half price of the average (compared to this link http://husbandhelphaven.com/average-cost-of-marriage-counseling/)

I went to this center hoping to get a faith based perspective on how to cope with having a…read morenarrsicistic mother. Knowing I cannot change my childhood I needed coping mechanisms. I was told to pray about it, that's it. I am all about prayer and have been praying about this for 30 years but there has to be other tools to help deal with the issue. I would opt for a real counseling center who can provide useful tools to help deal, this was a bit of a joke!

Extremely attentive, professional and knowledgeable. A welcoming office and flexible scheduling. I…read morewould highly recommend for ages 8 and up, including adults.

From the owner: As a clinical therapist with over 15 years of experience, I am committed to helping clients achieve…read moretheir mental health goals through evidence-based practices and a collaborative approach to therapy. My focus is on providing a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I work with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, marriage, grief, parenting, spiritual and existential dilemmas. In my work, I draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness techniques and solution focused therapy. I believe that each individual is unique, and I work closely with clients to develop a customized treatment plan that addresses their specific needs and goals