Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Mental Health Counseling in Melbourne, FL
Riverside Counseling Services has been dedicated to enhancing personal and relational well-being in Brevard County for over 15 years. Our team of more than 10 licensed clinical professionals and support staff provides compassionate, confidential counseling tailored to individuals, couples, families, and organizations. Specializing in trauma resolution, addiction recovery, couples therapy, and adolescent mental health, we combine evidence-based practices with personalized care to address emotional, mental, and spiritual challenges.Located in Melbourne, Florida, we serve communities across Floridas Space Coast, including Palm Bay, Satellite Beach, and Indialantic. Our mission emphasizes accessibility, diversity, and transparency, ensuring clients receive clear treatment objectives and a supportive environment for achieving meaningful personal growth through professional therapeutic guidance.
Services
Individual Counseling
Couples Therapy
Depression Treatment
Anxiety Management
Family Counseling
Trauma Resolution
Post-Divorce Recovery
Teen Counseling
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of experience providing counseling in Brevard County.
- Our team includes licensed mental health counselors and clinical social workers.
- Specialists in trauma, addiction recovery, and couples therapy available.
- Transparent treatment goals established during initial counseling sessions.
- Serving Florida's Space Coast communities with localized expertise since 2008.
What people say
Professional therapists
Effective treatment approaches
Compassionate care
Personalized treatment plans
Supportive environment
Services
Individual Counseling
Our licensed therapists provide personalized psychotherapy sessions addressing emotional challenges like trauma, depression, and anxiety. Through evidence-based techniques and compassionate listening, we help clients achieve clarity and develop coping strategies. Sessions focus on transforming emotional struggles into opportunities for personal growth and improved mental health.
Couples Therapy
Specialized relationship counseling helps couples navigate communication issues and rebuild emotional connections. Our approach combines conflict resolution techniques with practical goal-setting to strengthen relationships. Therapists guide partners through identifying patterns, improving communication, and restoring trust while maintaining a neutral, supportive environment for both individuals.
Depression Treatment
Comprehensive depression treatment programs address persistent sadness and emotional distress through clinical evaluation and tailored therapy plans. Our specialists use cognitive-behavioral techniques and supportive counseling to help clients understand contributing factors, develop coping mechanisms, and gradually restore emotional balance and daily functioning.
Trauma Resolution
Specialized trauma counseling employs evidence-based approaches to process distressing experiences. Therapists help clients safely explore traumatic memories, develop grounding techniques, and reframe negative thought patterns. The goal is to reduce symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance while promoting emotional healing and post-traumatic growth.
Teen Counseling
Our teen-focused counseling services address emotional and behavioral challenges during critical developmental years. Therapists use age-appropriate techniques to help adolescents navigate identity issues, family conflicts, and social pressures. The program emphasizes building self-esteem, emotional regulation skills, and healthy coping mechanisms for long-term mental wellness.
People
Tim Thein
Clinical Social Worker
Tim Thein, LCSW, CAP, brings extensive experience in clinical social work and chemical dependency counseling. Specializing in trauma-informed care and relationship therapy, he leads our team with a commitment to accessible mental health services for Space Coast residents.
Richard Alfaro
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Richard Alfaro, LCSW, specializes in individual and family therapy with focus on emotional and behavioral issues. His practice emphasizes creating safe therapeutic environments where clients can explore personal challenges and develop effective coping strategies.
Catherine Galda
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Catherine Galda, LCSW, provides compassionate counseling for individuals and families facing life transitions. With expertise in mental health and emotional wellness, she helps clients navigate personal growth journeys through evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Kathryn Kinney
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Kathryn Kinney, LCSW, BCBS, specializes in behavioral health and blues care. Her practice combines clinical expertise with practical solutions for managing mental health challenges, focusing on helping clients achieve sustainable emotional well-being.
Jen Paranhos
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Jen Paranhos, LCSW, offers therapeutic support for individuals and families dealing with emotional and psychological challenges. Her client-centered approach prioritizes building trust and creating personalized treatment plans that address each clients unique needs.
Questions
What counseling services are available for couples?
We offer comprehensive couples therapy focusing on communication improvement, conflict resolution, and relationship rebuilding through structured counseling sessions with licensed specialists.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Contact us at 321-421-6992 during business hours to schedule your initial consultation with one of our licensed mental health professionals.
Do you treat adolescent mental health issues?
Yes, our team specializes in teen counseling addressing emotional challenges, behavioral issues, and developmental transitions for adolescents and young adults.
What areas do you serve?
We serve all Brevard County communities including Melbourne, Palm Bay, Satellite Beach, Indialantic, and surrounding areas of Floridas Space Coast.
Are counseling sessions confidential?
All counseling sessions maintain strict confidentiality following professional ethical standards, with exceptions only for safety-related legal requirements.
What payment options are available?
We accept major insurance plans and offer flexible payment arrangements. Contact our office for specific details about your coverage and financial options.
