Therapy for Young Men in Gainesville

Counseling for college students, young professionals, and men in their 20s and 30s dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationships, confidence, and feeling stuck.

Near UF + Accepting New Clients

In-person near the University of Florida and online across Florida.

Florida Blue, Aetna, and Cigna or self-pay accepted. Afternoon and evening appointments available.

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I work with men who feel stuck

Maybe life hasn’t gone the way you hoped, and you’re not sure why certain patterns keep repeating. You may understand some of what’s happening intellectually, but still find yourself falling into the same reactions, habits, or situations.

My approach is practical and collaborative. We’ll work on understanding what keeps getting in the way and finding ways to help you move forward.

I work with men in there late teens, 20s, and 30s.

Common concerns I help with

Scheduling Info

Therapy for University Students and Young Professionals

University of Florida sign in Gainesville

Being close to UF, I often work with male college students, graduate students, and young professionals navigating more independence, pressure, uncertainty, and responsibility.

In therapy, we can work on things like:

  • Adjusting to college, work, and major life transitions

  • Managing anxiety, overthinking, and social stress

  • Staying on top of deadlines, responsibilities, and follow-through

  • Building confidence in dating, relationships, and social situations

  • Finding more consistency with motivation, focus, sleep, and routines

  • Figuring out what you want next in school, work, or life

How I Work

  • We look at the pattern, not just the surface problem.
    Instead of only reacting to stress, procrastination, anxiety, or shutdown in the moment, we slow things down and understand what keeps pulling you into the same cycle.

  • We focus on tools you can use outside of session.
    The goal is not to give you ideas that sound good in theory. It is to help you build strategies that fit your life, your stress level, and the way your mind actually works.

  • We work toward steadier progress over time.
    Therapy is not about being perfect or never struggling. It is about feeling less overwhelmed, getting back on track faster, and building more trust in yourself over time.

Depending on what you're dealing with, I may draw from CBT, DBT, EMDR, IFS, and somatic approaches.

Joseph Brooks, MA, RMHCI
Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Florida registration status: Active
Clear Through: 10/2030
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern (IMH28583)
Supervised by Jorelle Degen, LMHC (MH14882)
Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling. Based in Gainesville, Florida. More about me here. Offering in-person and telehealth counseling for adults and young adults.

More about me

Joseph Brooks, Therapist in Gainesville

Hello! My name is Joe.

This is me with my dog Ryder. He brings a calming presence to just about everything.

Personally, I’ve had my own seasons of feeling stuck and off track. Therapy helped me rebuild my confidence, and that experience shaped the way I work.

My goal isn't for therapy to become something you depend on forever. I want to help you better understand yourself, build useful skills, and feel more capable of handling what comes next.

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Scheduling Info:

Sessions are 50 minutes and $100 per session, available in Gainesville or online across Florida.

I currently accept Aetna, Cigna, and Florida Blue insurance plans, along with private-pay clients.

During the first appointment, we’ll focus on understanding what’s been getting in the way and clarifying what you’d like to work toward.

If this approach feels like it could be a fit, you’re welcome to book a session when you feel ready. You will not be charged until your session, and you can cancel or reschedule as needed.

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Therapist in Gainesville, FL

Feel free to reach out!

Phone
352-234-6723

Office address
1212 NW 12th Ave Suite C-4, Gainesville, FL 32601

Email
jbrookstherapy@gmail.com

 
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Reviews

  • ★★★★★ “Joe is a pleasure to work with and has a truly thoughtful and welcoming presence as a therapist. I would definitely recommend his services!”

    — Emilie D.

  • ★★★★★ "Joe is great! Would highly recommend his services for anyone needing assistance. His practical advice and genuine care made a meaningful difference."

    — Candace G.

  • ★★★★★ "It’s not always comfortable to talk to a stranger about your problems in life, but to be honest Joe is very easy to talk to and made it feel like a safe place to open up and put words together to address situations and problems in life. I definitely recommend him!"

    — Luccy R.

  • ★★★★★ "Joe is a patient and calming presence and easy to talk to. He is professional and organized. Highly recommend Joe for your counseling needs."

    — Michael H.

  • ★★★★★ “Joe is comfortable to be with and very helpful.”

    — Robert G.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • My office is close to the University of Florida campus at 1212 NW 12th Ave, Suite C-4, Gainesville, FL 32601. Many college students and young adults choose in-person sessions because the location is convenient for campus and nearby neighborhoods.

  • Yes. I offer in-person therapy for adults and college students in Gainesville, Florida at my office on NW 12th Ave. If you are looking for a therapy office in Gainesville, you can book an in-person session or reach out with questions first.

  • Yes. I often work with college students and young adults, especially around stress, anxiety, ADHD-related challenges, procrastination, overwhelm, social anxiety, and adjusting to college life. Because my office is close to UF, in-person sessions can be a convenient option for students in Gainesville.