Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Counseling Partner in Santa Rosa Beach
At Beach Blue Counseling, we are dedicated to providing professional mental health therapy through evidence-based practices tailored to individual values and goals. Our team brings decades of combined experience in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, and life management challenges, serving adults, children, families, first responders, and military communities. We prioritize creating a safe, confidential environment while integrating functional medicine approaches to enhance overall well-being. Our licensed clinicians offer both in-person and telehealth services across multiple states, ensuring accessible care.We specialize in trauma-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy, with a focus on holistic healing. Our mission is to help clients build resilience and navigate life's challenges through personalized therapeutic strategies. We maintain strict confidentiality and emphasize client-centered care, fostering trust and long-term growth. With flexible scheduling and a commitment to community needs, we strive to make mental health support accessible and effective for all.
Services
Adult Therapy
Child-Adolescent Therapy
Family Counseling
Trauma Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
Play Therapy
Grief Counseling
Highlights and features
- We offer trauma-informed care with 10+ years of clinical experience
- Our team provides telehealth services across three states
- Specialized programs for first responders and military families
- We use evidence-based therapies like CBT and DBT
- Licensed clinicians maintain strict confidentiality protocols
What people say
Compassionate care
Effective trauma treatment
Knowledgeable therapists
Flexible telehealth options
Services
Adult Therapy
Our adult therapy program addresses anxiety, depression, and life challenges through personalized counseling. We help clients develop coping strategies to improve relationships and professional performance. Sessions focus on identifying emotional patterns and creating actionable solutions for lasting growth.
Child-Adolescent Therapy
Specialized care for children and teens facing social, academic, or behavioral challenges. Our play therapy techniques help young clients express emotions safely while developing healthier coping mechanisms. We work closely with parents to support family dynamics.
Trauma-Focused Therapy
Evidence-based treatment for PTSD and acute stress disorders using cognitive behavioral techniques. We help clients process traumatic experiences and develop resilience through structured therapeutic approaches tailored to individual healing needs.
Couples Therapy
Our couples therapy program improves communication and rebuilds trust through evidence-based interventions. We address conflict patterns and intimacy issues while helping partners develop shared problem-solving strategies for stronger relationships.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
Comprehensive DBT programs for emotional regulation and behavioral change. We teach mindfulness, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills to help clients manage intense emotions and improve daily functioning.
People
Patrick McCorry
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
MSW graduate from University of West Florida with 10+ years experience treating depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Former university instructor specializing in trauma therapy for first responders and veterans.
Erica Wirka
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern
Master of Science in Counseling from Troy University. Specializes in military community support and substance use disorders. Uses holistic approaches for clients facing grief, trauma, and anxiety challenges.
Kyra Morrison
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
MSW from University of West Florida with expertise in play therapy for children with developmental delays. Provides telehealth services focusing on child mental health and family counseling support.
Questions
Do you accept Medicaid or Medicare?
No, we do not accept Medicaid or Medicare due to recent coverage changes. We work with major private insurers and offer self-pay options.
What are your session rates?
Individual sessions cost $100-$110, couples sessions $150. Rates vary based on insurance coverage. We charge $100 for missed appointments without 24-hour notice.
Do you offer telehealth services?
Yes, telehealth available for Florida residents and select services in Texas and Louisiana through secure video/phone platforms.
What mental health issues do you treat?
We specialize in anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, relationship issues, and trauma. Our therapists also address substance use disorders and behavioral challenges.
Are counseling sessions confidential?
Yes, all sessions maintain strict confidentiality. We follow ethical guidelines requiring client consent for any information sharing.
