Healthful Guidance
Offers therapy for adults dealing with anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, relationship challenges, and the lasting effects of childhood experiences.
Ocala · Telehealth offered · Takes Aetna, BlueCross and BlueShield +2
At a glance
- Telehealth
- Florida and Michigan
- In person
- Workspace Collective, 217 SE 1st Ave Suite 200, Ocala, FL 34471
- Insurance
- Aetna · BlueCross and BlueShield · Florida Blue · New Directions | Lucet
- Self pay
- Individual session $110 · Couple session $150
About
LaShaunia Brooks, LCSW, is the founder of Healthful Guidance. She describes her approach as a compassionate, judgment-free space where clients can understand the story behind their emotions and build practical coping skills.
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Trauma focused
- Mindfulness-based (MBCT)
- Solution focused brief
- Strength-based
- Motivational interviewing
Concerns they commonly address
Anxiety
Anxiety is listed as one of the practice's top specialties.
Trauma and PTSD
Trauma and PTSD is listed as one of the practice's top specialties.
Depression
Depression is listed among the challenges the practice helps with.
Grief
The practice states that it helps adults navigate grief.
Services
Individual, couple and group sessions
The practice sees individuals, couples and groups.
In-person sessions
In-person sessions are offered at Workspace Collective in downtown Ocala.
Virtual visits
Virtual visits are offered in addition to in-person sessions.
Free consultation
A free 15 minute consultation is offered by phone or email.
Founder
LaShaunia Brooks, LCSW, QSW
LaShaunia Brooks is the founder of Healthful Guidance and is licensed by the State of Florida. She has been in practice for 9 years and holds a Master of Social Work from Saint Leo University and a certificate from Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
Insurance, self-pay and costs
Insurance listed by the practice
Aetna, BlueCross and BlueShield, Florida Blue, New Directions | Lucet. Confirm your benefits with the practice and your insurer.
Self-pay
Individual session: $110. Couple session: $150.
Sliding scale
A sliding scale fee is available for those who may be eligible.
What to know before contacting
Who it sees
Teens, Adults, Elders (65+).
Care setting
In person in Workspace Collective, 217 SE 1st Ave Suite 200, Ocala, FL 34471; telehealth: Florida and Michigan.
Questions families ask
Can I use telehealth?
Yes. The practice lists telehealth: Florida and Michigan.
What insurance does Healthful Guidance list?
Aetna, BlueCross and BlueShield, Florida Blue, New Directions | Lucet. Always confirm coverage with the practice and your insurer.
What are the self-pay rates?
Individual session: $110; Couple session: $150.
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