[mollymay]

Memories from childhood still haunt me. I have this emptyness. I lost my medical ins. and too young for medicare. this is not easy to ask.

[babbs455]

are you a Veteran by chance? So sorry that you are still being haunted by past events in your life. I will keep you in my prayers that you find someone to speak with it is not easy I am sure.
Always a click away if you want to chat...
I wish for you peace...
best regards
barbara

[blueash]

It is a bit of a drive to Langley health center in Sumterville, about 15 miles south of here. It is a rural federally qualified health care facility. It is sliding scale so your cost is determined by your income. They have counselors and even a psychiatrist if medications are needed. There is some wait to be seen, but if you call and get yourself on the waiting list it is that much shorter a time until you can be seen. Not sure if you can start in the Behavioral Health dept or if they want you to be seen by a primary care MD/PA/NP first to r/o medical issues. You can find information on the internet at Thomas E. Langley Medical Center - Home

Good luck in conquering your demons. It can be done, stay optimistic.

[graciegirl]

Mollymay.

Don't give up. Go to the emergency room if you are really, really down and are contemplating anything bad.

If we knew you we would be right there.

Hugs,

Gracie

[ilovetv]

In addition to BlueAsh's recommendation above, here is a list of Florida Healthcare Providers of all types, by county, for people who are uninsured.

I think everyone here could benefit by looking thru this because it's often that people ask what to do if they don't have insurance and do not qualify for Medicaid/Medicare. See:

Florida's Healthcare Safety Net:
A Comprehensive List of State and County Based Resources for the Uninsured

http://www.fdhc.state.fl.us/Medicaid..._july_2010.pdf

[hulababy]

you could probably benefit from seeing a psychologist and there are hardly any in the Villages. when I filled my survey out I put down we need psychologists and neurologists in the villages!!! So many issues Seniors in general need help with such as retirement itself, leaving family and friends behind, adjusting to new environment, what if a spouse dies, problems with grandchildren, and on and on. And yet no psychologists?? You'll probably have to travel a bit to see someone but we will keep you in our prayers and Good Luck. Try seaching on line. Maybe you can find someone. And keep us updated with your progress.

[Bogie Shooter]

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Elsie Bowman, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Belleview, FL 34420 | Psychology Today's Therapy Directory



Elsie Howes BowmanClinical Social Work/Therapist , MSW , LCSW Office
Common Sense Counseling
11407 SE US Hwy 301
Suite 8
Belleview, Florida 34420 Contact Information
phone: (352) 208-2413
fax: (352) 344-8880


If you are ready to begin a therapeutic relationship, it says some very good things about your openness to change, your personal responsibility and your courage. As your therapist I will make every effort to know you and understand your needs and goals before we determine together what treatment methods would be most helpful. I am proficient in many techniques but you decide which practices are most comfortable for you and most effective. Most people suffering depression, grief or low self-esteem report feeling more positive, more hopeful or more confident after just a few sessions.
I have had much success over the past twenty five years in helping hundreds of individuals achieve positive self-esteem, heal from grief, abuse and trauma, replace depression with joy, and meet weight goals. Also have helped many couples work through their conflicts and build strong lasting marriages.
I use a solution-focused approach. This means I will help you recognize your own strengths and resiliencies and then help you develop them and use them to achieve your goals. It also means we will use the easiest and briefest methods that will work for you to accomplish your purposes.
Elsie Bowman offers a free phone consultation
To arrange a time, send an email to Elsie Bowman.

Treatment Approach
Orientation:
Coaching
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Eclectic
Family/Marital Therapy
Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
EFT, Play therapy, MBCT
Modality:
Individuals
Couples
Family



Qualifications
Years in Practice: 20+ Years
School: Florida State University
Year Graduated: 1979
License No. and State: SW1694 Florida
Specialties
Depression
Loss or Grief
Self Esteem
Issues:
Anxiety or Fears
Autism
Borderline Personality
Career Counseling
Chronic Pain or Illness
Coping Skills
Divorce
Domestic Abuse
Domestic Violence
Eating Disorders
Emotional Disturbance
Life Coaching
Narcissistic Personality
Obesity
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Parenting
Relationship Issues
Self-Harming
Sexual Abuse
Sleep or Insomnia
Spirituality
Suicidal Ideation
Trauma and PTSD
Weight Loss
Mental Health:
Bipolar Disorder
Dissociative Disorders
Elderly Persons Disorders
Mood Disorders
Personality Disorders
Sexuality Gender:
Bisexual Issues
Lesbian Issues


Client Focus
Gender: All
Ethnicity: Any
Religious Orientation: Christian



Elsie Bowman also hosts the following groups:
New Start Group for Women
Office, 11407 SE US Hwy 301, Belleview, Belleview, Florida

This is a faith based group of women helping each other to grow spiritually, emotionally and relationally and to overcome challenges in their lives that will be retarting in February. Membership is open but call because seating is limited. Informal group setting with a presentation about how to apply the WORD to your soul, spirit, and body followed by a discussion and a sharing of triumphs. No charge but donations accepted.

Email Elsie Bowman about this group or call (352) 208-2413
Reinventing the Rest of Your Life
Office, 11407 SE US Hwy 401, Belleview, Florida
Every Tuesday at 5pm - 6am

This is a small (limit five) group for ladies in their fifties and sixties who have experiences changes in their roles and identities in recent years and want to have opportunities to express themselves in new ways, to be encouraged with their dreams and to become better acquainted with their unique gifts, and to find new paths of fulfillment. We will use a variety of creative methods to help each person discover and define herself more clearly. Meets biweekly. Cost is $15 a week.

Email Elsie Bowman about this group or call (352) 208-2413