While our practice originally served clients seeking counseling for issues related to sexual health, we have expanded. We now serve clients seeking therapy for a wide range of mental health issues.

Noelle Pomeroy

PhD, LMHC

Dr. Noelle Pomeroy is the founder of the Jax Therapy.  She is a Clinical Sexologist and Licensed Mental Health Counselor who received her doctorate at the American Academy of Clinical Sexologists. She earned her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of North Florida and her undergraduate degree at the University of Michigan. Dr. Noelle’s clinical specialties include: gender identity, male sexual dysfunction (i.e. erectile and ejaculation issues), female sexual dysfunction (i.e. low libido, anorgasmia, and vaginismus), and pornography addiction.  Dr. Noelle has served as a “sex expert” on several local radio and television programs as well as a columnist for Fox News Opinion.  She also hosts a podcast that combines sex therapy and her enthusiasm for film: Reel Sex with Dr. Noelle.

Dr. Noelle accepts Tricare insurance as a non-network provider, United Health Care, Aetna, and Blue Cross.  She offers video and in-person sessions.

Brett Bennett

LCSW

Brett Bennett is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Candice received her Master’s degree in Social work from Florida State University. She has years of experience working with children and adults in Jacksonville.  Brett comes to our practice after spending nearly a decade at Child Guidance Center.  Brett work with individuals and families on a variety of mental health concerns including ADHD, anxiety, and depression. 

Brett accepts Tricare insurance as a non-network provider, United Health Care, Florida Blue, Cigna and Aetna.  She offers video and in-person sessions.

Candice Carta

LCSW, CGCS

Candice Carta is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Grief Counseling Specialist. Candice received her Master’s degree in Social work from Florida State University and undergraduate degrees from University of North Florida. She has years of experience working with children and adults in Jacksonville and the surrounding areas to address the stresses of life, loss, and a variety of mental health concerns including ADHD, anxiety, and depression. 

Candice accepts Tricare insurance as a non-network provider, United Health Care, Cigna, Florida Blue, and Aetna.  She offers video and in-person sessions.

Maia Cochran

LCSW

Maia Cochran is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Maia received her Master’s degree in Social Work from Florida Atlantic University. Maia has a passion for working with adolescents and adults struggling with trauma, life-transitions, issues of self-esteem/self-worth, family conflicts, depression and anxiety.
Maia accepts Florida Blue, Aetna, Cigna, Tricare Standard/Select, and United Health.  

 

Jacob Gandy

LMHC

Jacob Gandy is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Sex Therapist. He received his Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Jacksonville University, and his undergraduate degree from The University of North Florida. He has experience working with LGBTQIA teens and adults, anxiety, depression, life transitions, social skills, coping skills, relationships, and parenting.

Jacob accepts Tricare insurance as a non-network provider, United Health Care, Cigna, Blue Cross, and Aetna.  He offers video and in-person sessions.

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Aiteria Kaufman

LMHC

Aiteria is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and sex therapist. She served active duty in the United States Navy for four years where she worked as a mental health tech working with active duty and military veterans in the outpatient and inpatient settings. She graduated from American Military University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and Graduated from Jacksonville University with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Degree. She is currently working towards obtaining her doctorate degree in Clinical Sexology from Modern Sex Therapist Institute. She is a National Board-Certified Counselor and a chapter member of the Counseling Academic & Professional Honor Society International of Chi Sigma Iota. She has over 6 years of experience working with a diverse population.

Aiteria is in-network with Blue Cross, Aetna, United, Cigna, and Tricare Select.

 

Natalie McKee

LMHC

Natalie McKee is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Natalie earned a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Counseling from Florida State University. Natalie works with individuals 18 and up. She also works with couples. As a Latina and bilingual (Spanish) counselor, Natalie is sensitive to cultural and minority issues.

Natalie accepts Tricare insurance as a non-network provider, United Health Care, Cigna, Florida Blue, and Aetna. She offers video and in-person sessions. For couples, sessions are in-person only.

Megan McKenzie

LMHC

Megan McKenzie is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. She received her Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Springfield College, and her undergraduate degree from Florida State University. She has years of experience working with LGBTQ+ adults, teens, and those who love them. Her other areas of experience include depression, anger, trauma, self-esteem issues, phase of life stress, relationships, family counseling, and gender and sexuality issues.

Megan offers video and in-person sessions.  She is in-network with Aetna, United, Blue Cross, and Cigna insurances.  She is a non-network Tricare provider.

Emilia Dahlman

Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern

Emilia Dahlman, MS, RMHCI (she/her) is a Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern with the State of Florida. She earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Florida and her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Florida State University.   Emilia is passionate about providing LGBTQIA+ affirmative care and integrating advocacy into her counseling practice. She works from a perspective that honors both individuality and the broader systemic factors that shape people’s lives.  

Emilia offers video and in-person sessions.  She is in-network with Aetna, United, Blue Cross, and Cigna insurances.  She is a non-network Tricare provider.

Rachel Moran-Brown

LMHC

Rachel Moran-Brown is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Rachel earned a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of North Florida and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from CUNY – Baruch.  Rachel works with individuals 10 and up.  She is passionate about working with clients seeking a non-Eurocentric approach to therapy.

Rachel accepts Tricare insurance as a non-network provider, United Health Care, Blue Cross, Cigna and Aetna. She offers video and in-person sessions. 

Stephanie Skinner

LMHC

Stephanie Skinner is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor.  She is a Florida native who earned her Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University and her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Flagler College. Stephanie has been providing therapy services since 2013.  Her passion is working with individuals and families to address relationship issues, life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other emotional & behavioral concerns.

Stephanie accepts Tricare Standard/Select, Aetna, Cigna, United Health Care, Blue Cross Blue Shield.  She offers in-person and video sessions.

Keesha Williams

LMHC

Keesha Williams is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with the State of Florida.  She received her Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Northwestern University.  She has experience working with LGBTQ+ adults.  Her other areas of experience include depression, anger, trauma, self-esteem issues, phase of life stress, relationships, and gender and sexuality issues.

Keesha offers video and in-person sessions.  She is in-network with Blue Cross/Florida Blue, Aetna, Cigna, United, and Tricare Select.

Casey Wylie

LMHC

Casey Wylie is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Sex Therapist.  A native of Florida, Casey  earned a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Counseling from the University of North Florida.  An extensive background in crisis intervention and inpatient care, Casey has a passion for working with LGBTQ clients and families going through varying periods on their lives.

Casey accepts Tricare insurance as a non-network provider, United Health Care, Cigna, Blue Cross, and Aetna.  She offers video sessions.

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Mason Mills

Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern

Mason Mills is a Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern with the State of Florida, currently under the supervision of Jada Helmer, LMHC, QS-MH, DBT-Linehan Board of Certification, Certified Clinician™. He received his Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Jacksonville University.

Mason has done extensive research in DBT and has experience with those who have personality and mood disorders, working with anyone ranging from adolescents to adults, individuals to families. Mason also offers a crash course for a DBT skills individually for 12 weeks.

Mason offers video and in-person sessions. Mason is in-network with Aetna and Cigna insurances.

 

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Mason Mills

Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern

Mason Mills is a Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern with the State of Florida, currently under the supervision of Jada Helmer, LMHC, QS-MH, DBT-Linehan Board of Certification, Certified Clinician™. He received his Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Jacksonville University.

Mason has done extensive research in DBT and has experience with those who have personality and mood disorders, working with anyone ranging from adolescents to adults, individuals to families. Mason also offers a crash course for a DBT skills individually for 12 weeks.

Mason offers video and in-person sessions. Mason is in-network with Aetna and Cigna insurances.

 

Mary Black

Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern

Mary Black, M.S., RMHCI, NCC (she/her/hers) is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with the State of Florida and a National Certified Counselor supervised by Dr. Noelle Pomeroy. She is certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) which is a gentle technique that can provide clients relief quickly.  She has a special passion for those who have had to experience chronic illness, cancer, major surgeries, and trauma. She has a unique understanding of the impacts of life altering surgeries such as gastric surgeries and cancer related genetic mutations. 
 
Mary offers video and in person sessions, including evening appointments. She is in-network with Aetna and Cigna.

Rosalyn Zacarias, LMHC, CST

Rosalyn Zacarias is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Sex Therapist with the State of Florida. She received her Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Florida.    Rosie also earned her Mental Health Sexology Certificate during her graduate work and did extensive research on sexual curiosity in bisexual women.

Rosie offers video and in-person sessions. She is able to accept Aetna, Blue Cross, United, Cigna, and Tricare Select insurances.

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