Approaches

At It Begins Within we are committed to providing the highest quality of care using a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Serving the communities of Tampa and St. Petersburg, our experienced therapists are dedicated to helping you achieve your mental health goals through personalized treatment plans.

Our Therapy Approaches


Here’s an overview of the leading therapy methods we use at our practice:

  • EMDR

    EMDR is designed to help individuals process traumatic memories and reduce their emotional impact, promoting healing and recovery.

  • ART

    Accelerated Resolution Therapy helps clients quickly overcome trauma, anxiety, and depression for rapid and effective healing.

  • DBT

    Dialectical Behavior Therapy helps individuals manage emotions, develop healthier relationships, and cope with stress effectively.

  • Gottman

    Gottman Method Couples Therapy uses proven techniques to help couples improve communication, resolve conflicts, and deepen their connection.

  • CBT

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on changing negative thought patterns and behaviors to achieve lasting positive changes.

  • TF-CBT

    TF-CBT is a specialized form of CBT designed to help children and adolescents overcome the effects of trauma.

  • Group Therapy

    Group Therapy provides a supportive environment where individuals can share experiences and gain insights through interactions with others facing similar challenges.

  • Cognitive Processing Therapy

    Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) is an effective treatment for PTSD that helps individuals understand and change how they think about their trauma.

  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy

    ACT encourages individuals to accept their thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that align with their values.

  • Experiential Therapy

    Experiential Therapy involves activities and experiences to help individuals express and process emotions and thoughts in a tangible way.

  • Cognitive Therapy

    Cognitive Therapy focuses on identifying and changing dysfunctional thinking patterns that negatively impact emotions and behavior.

  • Behavioral Therapy

    Behavioral Therapy aims to change harmful behaviors through reinforcement strategies and behavior modification techniques.

  • Integrative Therapy

    Integrative Therapy combines elements from different therapeutic approaches to create a tailored treatment plan that meets the unique needs of each client.

  • Intensive Therapy

    Intensive Therapy provides concentrated and frequent sessions to address severe or complex mental health issues in a shorter timeframe.

  • Systematic Affair Recovery Therapy

    Systematic Affair Recovery Therapy (SART) helps couples heal after infidelity by rebuilding trust, improving communication, and addressing the root causes.

Are you ready to begin the process of healing?

It can begin with just a single call.