Sunshine State Counseling Center

03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from Sunshine State Counseling Center!🌈

🍀 Four ‘lucky’ things you can do today to prioritize your mental health:

1️⃣ Take 5 deep breaths and ground yourself.
2️⃣ Connect with someone who makes you feel supported.
3️⃣ Practice gratitude—write down one thing you’re thankful for.
4️⃣ Move your body, even for a short walk or stretch.

Sometimes, a little luck is just taking care of yourself!

03/10/2026

Celebrating the social workers in our practice and throughout our community this National Social Work Month! Thank you for the care and dedication you bring to helping others! 🎉💛

02/13/2026

Sunshine State Counseling Center is now accepting Simply Healthcare Medicaid, Simply Florida KidCare and Aetna Better Health Florida KidCare insurance plans!

We’re committed to making quality mental health care accessible for everyone in our community. If you’ve been considering supporting your children’s mental/behavioral health, this may be your sign to take the next step 💛

Call us today to learn more or schedule an appointment!

02/11/2026

If your child , or someone you love , is struggling with big emotions, behaviors, anxiety, or life changes, you don’t have to face it alone. 💛
We’re here to support children, teens, and families with compassionate, evidence-based mental health care.

📞 Call us today to schedule an appointment (239) 495-7722
📍 Serving Southwest Florida
✨ Now accepting Florida KidCare (Aetna Better Health)

02/11/2026

🌞 As part of our ongoing commitment to serving the SWFL community, we’re excited to share that we are now fully credentialed with Florida KidCare / Aetna Better Health!

This means more families can access quality mental health care for their children and teens with greater ease and affordability. 💛

If you’ve been waiting for this—now’s the time to reach out!
📞 Call us to schedule or learn more. (239)495-7722

02/07/2026

As we wrap up International Play Therapy Week, our team spent time deepening our understanding of Adlerian Play Therapy through training and collaboration 🧸✨

A core takeaway from this approach: behavior is meaningful. Children are always moving toward connection and belonging, even when it shows up in challenging ways.

By continuing to refine our skills and stay grounded in evidence-based models, we remain committed to providing thoughtful, high-quality care that meets children where they are 💛

02/07/2026

02/05/2026

Wondering who benefits from play therapy?
Everyone! 🧸
Children learn to express emotions and build coping skills, while parents gain tools to support emotional growth and strengthen connection.💛✨

This week, we celebrate International Play Therapy Week and the powerful ways play supports children and families!

02/03/2026

It’s National Play Therapy Week! 🧸✨
Join us as we celebrate the healing power of play and share what play therapy means to us all week long. 💛

12/21/2025

✨ Happy Holidays from Sunshine State Counseling Center! ✨
As we reflect on this year, we are deeply grateful for the trust our clients, families, and community place in us. May this holiday season bring you peace, rest, and meaningful moments with those you love.
We look forward to continuing to support your mental health and wellness in the year ahead. 💙

— SSCC Team

11/08/2025

Team Growth in Action! 🌟
Sunshine State Counseling Center's half of our amazing team completed EMDR training this weekend! 🧠💛
We’re committed to expanding our knowledge in trauma-informed care so we can continue helping our clients heal, grow, and thrive.
Proud of this team’s dedication to continuous learning and excellence in therapy! 💪✨