Your first session is about getting to know you. We’ll talk through what brought you in, what you’re hoping for, and begin identifying a path forward. Our goal is for you to feel safe, understood, and encouraged from the very beginning.
You can call or text us directly at 352-875-5309 or visit shadetreefl.com to get started. We’ll help match you with the right counselor and find a time that works for you.
Most sessions are 50–60 minutes. For couples or special situations, longer sessions may be available when needed.
We’re happy to answer any initial questions by phone or text to help you feel comfortable before scheduling your first appointment.
Pastoral counseling integrates biblical truth with proven psychological principles. At Shadetree, we care about both your emotional health and your spiritual well-being, helping you grow in clarity, connection, and purpose.
We believe people flourish when they are known, understood, and connected. Our approach combines:
This allows us to go deeper than surface-level solutions and help you understand why you think, feel, and respond the way you do.
Yes. The APS is a powerful temperament assessment that helps us understand your inborn needs and relational patterns. It often becomes a key part of the counseling process, especially in marriage and family work.
Yes—this is one of our primary focuses. We help couples improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen connection using a blend of temperament insights, practical tools, and relationship-based strategies.
Our premarital counseling includes tools like SYMBIS and the Arno Profile System (APS) to help couples prepare for a strong, lasting marriage. We cover communication, finances, expectations, and spiritual unity.
That’s more common than you might think. We can still work with you individually to help you grow, gain clarity, and improve the relationship dynamic.
Yes. Many couples experience real change as they learn to understand each other better, communicate more effectively, and respond in healthier ways.
Our standard session rate is $150 per session.
Dr. Dave Scott offers couples counseling at a rate of $200 per session, reflecting his advanced training and specialization in marriage work.
We’re happy to help you find the best counselor and fit for your needs.
We are a private-pay practice. This allows us to provide more personalized and confidential care. We can provide documentation for possible reimbursement through your insurance provider.
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We have two convenient locations in Ocala:
Our team will help direct you to the best location for your sessions.
Yes, we offer secure online sessions for clients who prefer to meet remotely.
Not at all. While our approach is rooted in Christian principles, we welcome individuals, couples, and families from all backgrounds. We meet you where you are.
Faith is woven into the process in a way that is natural and respectful. This may include biblical wisdom, prayer (if desired), and spiritual perspective—always at your comfort level.
We are happy to include prayer if you are comfortable with it, but it is never required.
We believe counseling is one of the ways God brings healing, clarity, and growth. Our goal is to align truth, relationship, and practical tools to help you flourish.
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or simply want to grow, counseling can help. You don’t have to have everything figured out to begin.
We work with a variety of concerns, including:
Every person and situation is different. Some clients experience meaningful progress in a few sessions, while others choose to engage longer for deeper growth.
That’s okay—and it’s more common than you think. Sometimes the difference is in the approach, the relationship, or the timing. We’d be honored to walk with you and try again.
We believe flourishing looks like a life rooted in truth, strengthened in relationships, and growing in purpose—like a tree planted by streams of water (Psalm 1:3). Our mission is to encourage, equip, and empower you to become who God created you to be.
Call or text 352-875-5309
or visit shadetreefl.com
We’d be honored to walk with you.
Ocala, FL. 34471
Ocala, FL. 34471
Insurance not accepted
