Shari Linger, MS, LMHC
CEO + Co-Founder
Counseling & education in Tarpon Springs, Florida
Matt Chandler, The Village Church
Children, Teens, Adults, Couples and Family Counseling.
727-547-3692 ↗Counseling
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Life isn't always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of life's more challenging problems.
“Quality Counseling and Education with a Holistic Approach.”
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CEO + Co-Founder
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Started January 2022Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern
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Started August 2022Registered Marriage and Family Therapy
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January 2026Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern
January 2026Graduate Student
August 2026Chief Compliance Officer
Admin TeamRates & insurance
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Negotiated rates available upon request.
Initial sessions: 90 minutes for full-rate self-pay clients. All other intakes are 60 minutes unless otherwise specified.
Follow-up sessions: 45 minutes for individuals, 60 minutes for couples and families.
Payment: cash, check and all major credit cards.
Late cancellation, less than 24 hours: $120.
No-show fee: $150.
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Common questions
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Read all FAQs ↗Not at all. People who ask for help know when they need it and have the ability to reach out. Everyone needs help now and then. You already have some strengths that you’ve used before, that for whatever reason isn’t working right now. Perhaps this problem feels overwhelming and is making it difficult to access your past strengths. In our work together, we’ll help you identify what those strengths are and how to implement them again in what is happening now.
The difference is between someone who can do something, and someone who has the training and experience to do that same thing professionally. A mental health professional can help you approach your situation in a new way, teach you new skills, gain different perspectives, listen to you without judgment or expectations, and help you listen to yourself. Furthermore, therapy is completely confidential. You won’t have to worry about others “knowing my business.” Lastly, if your situation provokes a great deal of negative emotion, if you’ve been confiding in a friend or family member, there is the risk that once you are feeling better you could start avoiding that person so you aren’t reminded of this difficult time in your life.
Medication alone cannot solve all issues. What medication does is treat the symptoms. Our work together is designed to explore the root of the issue, dig deep into your behavior and teach strategies that can help you accomplish your personal and/or relational goals.
Medication can be effective and is sometimes needed in conjunction with therapy. If additional support is needed, we work closely with homeopaths and psychiatrists in the area to help you find the best fit for your needs.
Because each person has different issues and goals for therapy, therapy will be different depending on the individual. We tailor our therapeutic approach to your specific needs.
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