Looking for a faith-based counselor in Gainesville? Shadetree serves Gainesville and the surrounding area in person and online.
At Shadetree Christian Counseling, Gainesville clients get the same combination of clinical excellence and Christ-centered care that has helped couples and individuals across Central Florida. We meet you where you are, without judgment, and walk with you at your pace.
Whether you are in crisis, drifting, or simply wanting to grow, we make starting easy. Same-week openings are often possible, and we will match you with a counselor who fits your needs and your schedule.
Every story is different, but the desire to feel well and whole is universal. If any of these resonate, you are not alone, and help is closer than you think.
You want a counselor who takes faith seriously, not as a side note but as part of how healing and growth happen.
You want evidence-based care, not platitudes. Our counselors are trained and continually developing their craft.
You do not want to wait weeks for a first session. We prioritize timely starts whenever possible.
Meet from home via secure video, just as effective as in-person. Gainesville clients often prefer this option.
Counseling is confidential by design. Our offices and online sessions are quiet, unhurried, and private.
No cookie-cutter approach. Your counselor builds a plan that fits your story, your goals, and your pace.
Faith, clinical skill, and temperament science together. We care for mind, heart, and spirit, not one slice of you.
Whether you need a short season of support or a longer journey, we are here for you in Gainesville.
Whatever brought you here, we meet you where you are, without judgment.
Take the First StepWe bring together three powerful lenses to help you experience lasting transformation, not just symptom management.
God's design for marriage is good, and His grace is sufficient. Scripture informs how we approach conflict, forgiveness, and intimacy, giving your marriage a foundation that lasts.
Trained in Gottman principles and evidence-based methods, we help you identify unhealthy patterns, build practical communication skills, and develop new ways of relating.
Understanding your God-given temperament, and your spouse's, changes everything. Empathy replaces frustration when you see why you each respond the way you do.
Starting counseling can feel vulnerable. Here's what the process looks like at Shadetree, so you can walk in with confidence.
Reach out through our contact form or call. We'll listen and match you with a counselor who fits your needs.
A safe space to share your story as a couple: your history, your struggles, and what you hope to build together.
Your counselor creates a tailored plan addressing your specific challenges with proven strategies.
Week by week, build the tools to navigate conflict and deepen intimacy. Most couples notice shifts within a few sessions.
Our offices are in Ocala. We serve Gainesville clients primarily through secure online sessions, which are just as effective as in-person counseling, and we welcome Gainesville clients who prefer to drive to our Ocala offices as well.
Yes. Extensive research shows online counseling is just as effective as in-person, and many Gainesville clients prefer the flexibility it offers.
In most cases, we can schedule a first session within a week. Call us or use the contact form, and we will match you with a counselor who fits your needs and your schedule.
Every couple is different. Some experience breakthroughs within 6-8 sessions, while others benefit from longer-term support. The pace is guided by your needs.
Yes. Online is our primary way of serving Gainesville clients. Secure video sessions are just as effective as in-person and remove the drive time entirely.
We integrate faith, clinical training, and temperament science in a way few practices do. We don't just manage symptoms. We help you understand the deeper patterns at work. And because we're Christ-centered, we believe real, lasting transformation is always possible.
Ocala, FL. 34471
Ocala, FL. 34471
Insurance not accepted
