Gainesville Community Counseling Center

09/26/2025

Today we observe World Contraception Day.

This year's theme is "A choice for all – agency, intention, access" to highlight the importance of upholding women's rights, equity, and agency through support of sexual and reproductive health. Here at the Gainesville Community Counseling Center, we offer free condoms and Plan B, HIV self testing kits, and there are also free menstrual products available for members of the community to use as needed. We also have links to other community resources for those who are in need. All links can be found in our Link Tree through the "Resources" button.

09/22/2025

Happy Autumnal Equinox! 🍂

With the start of the fall season make sure to prioritize your mental health! Practice self care this season. Self care can be anything from baking a sourdough loaf to taking a walk as the mornings and evenings cool down! Taking the time to ground yourself in the present moment and enjoying what the season has to offer! For mental health resources visit the link in our bio!

09/18/2025

September 18th is HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day. The CDC reports that more than 50% of Americans with HIV are 50 years old or older. The goals of National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day are to improve the quality of life for people living with HIV and reduce stigma surrounding HIV among the aging population. Here are some local HIV/AIDS resources for anyone in need of them. You can also find links to these resources and more on the link tree in our bio! For HIV testing and counseling through Unspoken Treasure Society you can

Call: 352-377-0384
Email: unspokensociety18@outlook.com

Here at the GCCC we also offer free condoms and self testing kits for the community!

09/17/2025

For Sourdough September we're drawing comparisons to the long and arduous labor of love that is making sourdough to taking care of one's mental health! 🍞

When making sourdough one needs patience, as the process from making a starter to making the bread can last anywhere from 7 days to weeks. Mental health and healing is lifelong. 🥖

When making a starter, you must discard half of the starter and feed it equal parts flour and water every day. It might look questionable or even smell odd, but just trust the process and the outcome will be a delicious loaf of sourdough. Therapy, whether weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly can be very similar. We let out our inner most thoughts that weigh on us day to day, and collect useful tools and advice from mental health professionals to help us cope. Hence discarding and feeding our mental health like a sourdough starter. ✨

Sourdough can also serve as a vehicle to learn accountability, failure, and perseverance. If you miss a day or two, neglect the starter, the sourdough starter's friendly bacteria and active yeast will die. But you can always start again with the knowledge you've accumulated throughout your journey, making future success and progress achievable! 🎊

Sourdough is universal, and so is mental health, book your appointment today🌎

09/12/2025

Earlier this week we made a post with a number of resources for individuals experiencing mental health crises. We wanted to share some more resources with our community, so here is a list of additional resources. For more information there are links in our bio for each resource in their respective order (excluding the warmline). For the Aunt Bertha website, just input your zip code and a list of resources near you will appear under various categories!



If you or anyone you know might be looking for counseling services we also have a wide variety of therapists to choose from, all accepting insurances and various self-pay rates. For more information check out our website, the link is also in our bio.

09/10/2025

Today Gainesville Community Counseling Center observes World Su***de Prevention Day. The triennial theme for World Su***de Prevention Day is “Changing the Narrative on Su***de”. We've put together a list of myths surrounding su***de to help challenge harmful myths, reduce stigma, and foster open, compassionate conversations about su***de. On the final slide you will also find resources if you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis and is in need of immediate assistance. You can also find links to each resources' website in our bio.

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08/28/2025

Sounds like a lot of fun ....

📅 Mark your calendars! Stonewall Sports Gainesville is co-hosting a Co****le Tournament 🎯 on Saturday, Sept. 20th at Swamp Head Brewery 🍻

Proceeds will go directly to supporting Stonewall Sports Gainesville 💙. Details are still in the works, so keep an eye on our social media and your email for updates as we get closer to the big day!

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08/16/2025

We took the day off to go have some fun at Bragging Rights Amusements. A great place to go and play some old school video and pinball games.

08/14/2025

Right now we have about 11 clinicians accepting new clients at this time, ready to help you with whatever you may be going through. Check out our website (link in our bio) and read up on each clinician to find the right one for you! Once you're on our website click on the 'Scheduling & Clinicians' button and you'll get redirected to the list of our therapists. Click on each one to get to know them a bit and schedule directly on their profile! If you have any questions feel free to contact our office at 352-448-9120.

07/01/2025

Your mental health matters. Call us at 352-448-9120 to schedule a session with our empathetic therapists. Available tomorrow! 🌞👐

06/30/2025

If you've been in Larry's office, you've seen the hydroponics tower which was patiently waiting to be filled and used. We won't say how long it sat there, but it was finally filled and planted. Today we saw evidence of seeds coming to life.

06/25/2025

Therapy is a journey, not a race. 💭 Shalisa, a dedicated Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern, brings a human-first, client-second approach to every session. Through storytelling, creative expression, and a person-centered philosophy, she empowers clients to face their past, live in their present, and prepare for their future. Change takes time, trust, and effort—but every small step matters. ✨

Are you ready to take the next step toward healing? Reflect on your own path, or consider exploring therapy to uncover what’s possible. 🌱