Sezra

Sezra Gay

Therapist / Counselor (Qualifying)

“Welcome! I help people who are struggling with anxiety, stress, & trauma gain confidence, communication, & coping skills to address their inner struggles.”

About Me

I help individuals struggling with anxiety, stress, and trauma. My aim is to guide you in developing confidence, improving communication, and building effective coping skills. We'll explore your inner struggles together, finding practical strategies you can use daily. If you are seeking a supportive space to navigate overwhelming feelings, I offer a collaborative approach. Together, we will find clear steps for lasting change.

Approach

When we meet, we turn overwhelming feelings into clear, manageable steps so you leave each session feeling steadier and able to communicate what matters. Whether we're working in Gainesville or online in English, sessions move at a practical pace—brief check-ins, hands-on skill practice, and focused reflection—to build confidence and everyday coping between appointments. I share simple exercises to try between sessions and adjust plans with your feedback. People seeking calm, clearer communication, and realistic routines tend to find this helpful.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

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Services

Services Offered:

  • Coaching

    A goal-oriented practice focused on identifying objectives, overcoming obstacles, and taking action, centred on the present and future rather than past difficulties.

  • Corporate Workshops

    Mental health and well-being workshops delivered in workplace settings, covering topics like stress management, resilience, and communication.

  • Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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  • Spiritual or Faith-Based Counseling

    Counselling that integrates spiritual or religious beliefs into the therapeutic process for people who want faith to be part of their healing.

  • Mindfulness

    The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.

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  • CBT

    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.

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  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

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  • Skills Training

    Structured programmes that teach practical coping and life skills, such as emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance.

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  • Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.

Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Communities
  • Families
  • Groups
  • Individuals
  • Organisations

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • Forgiveness

    The psychological process of releasing resentment or anger toward someone who has caused harm, a complex emotional journey rather than a simple decision.

  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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  • Personal Development

    The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.

  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Self-Esteem

    A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.

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  • Spiritual or Faith-Based Counseling

    Counselling that integrates spiritual or religious beliefs into the therapeutic process for people who want faith to be part of their healing.

Professional Title:

  • Therapist / Counselor (Qualifying)

Credentials

Registrations

State Of Florida Department of Health Division Of Medical Quality Assurance

Registered Mental Health Counsellor Intern

Qualifications

Webster University

Service Areas

Heartfelt Counseling & Consulting Services, LLC

In-person & Online

Gainesville, Florida

United States

Gainesville, United States