Sunshine City Counseling

Sunshine City Counseling Sunshine City Counseling is one of the premier mental health therapy practices in the St. Petersburg's area.

Through individual therapy and couples counseling, we work to bring people into a greater awareness of who they were created to be so they can step into their fullest potential. We provide individual therapy for anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, trauma, codependency, attachment issues and more. Schedule a free consult with one of our therapists today!

Breakups hurt. Even when it was “for the best,” you might feel like a part of you is frozen in time—stuck in the memorie...
09/09/2025

Breakups hurt. Even when it was “for the best,” you might feel like a part of you is frozen in time—stuck in the memories, what-ifs, and the version of yourself that existed when you were in the relationship. It's frustrating when you want to move on, but your mind and heart just won't cooperate.

C.S. Lewis said, "Getting over a painful experience is much like crossing monkey bars. You have to let go at some point to move forward." But letting go can feel impossible—especially without support.

If you're struggling after a breakup here in St. Petersburg, you're not alone. Many of our clients at Sunshine City Counseling find that working with a therapist helps them finally move forward.

Alexa Varbel is one of our St. Petersburg therapists who specializes in helping teens and young adults navigate relationship struggles, identity shifts, and emotional healing after loss

For more support, read out most recent blog post and schedule a free consultation today!

You are a good mom and you are not alone on this new journey. Check out our blog post on postpartum depression. And sign...
09/05/2025

You are a good mom and you are not alone on this new journey. Check out our blog post on postpartum depression. And sign up for a free intake session at Sunshine City Counseling to see how therapy can help support you through all of the changes in new motherhood.

Anxiety has a way of taking over your thoughts, your body, and your sense of control. If you've ever felt caught in an e...
09/02/2025

Anxiety has a way of taking over your thoughts, your body, and your sense of control. If you've ever felt caught in an endless loop of overthinking, panic, or fear—you're not alone.

About 19.1% of U.S. adults experience an anxiety disorder each year.

Here in St. Petersburg, FL, we know that behind the sunny skies, many people quietly carry the weight of constant worry or panic attacks. But it doesn't have to stay that way.

At Sunshine City Counseling, Cara Cancio, LCSW specializes in working with teens and adult women who are navigating anxiety, panic, and the chronic spiral of overthinking. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), she helps clients build practical skills to break out of anxious cycles and feel more grounded in their day-to-day lives.

Click the link in bio to schedule a free 15 minute consultation!

Make space to learn yourself. You may be an adult, but that doesn't mean you're done growing!
08/27/2025

Make space to learn yourself. You may be an adult, but that doesn't mean you're done growing!

Postpartum depression and other perinatal mood disorders (such as anxiety and OCD) may be more common than you think. It...
08/26/2025

Postpartum depression and other perinatal mood disorders (such as anxiety and OCD) may be more common than you think. It's estimated that 20-30% of new mothers struggle with one of these disorders. Therapy is a safe space to feel supported in this new role.

You can only show up for others in a supportive manner if you have given yourself the space to grow and evolve.         ...
08/20/2025

You can only show up for others in a supportive manner if you have given yourself the space to grow and evolve.

Book a free intake session with a therapist today to explore your past relationships in order to heal and grow to a stab...
08/19/2025

Book a free intake session with a therapist today to explore your past relationships in order to heal and grow to a stable, happy future.

Self-acceptance isn't the end of growth. It is the beginning.
08/13/2025

Self-acceptance isn't the end of growth. It is the beginning.

Finding the right support for your emotional well-being can be hard—especially when you don't have insurance.At Sunshine...
08/12/2025

Finding the right support for your emotional well-being can be hard—especially when you don't have insurance.

At Sunshine City Counseling in St. Petersburg, FL, you'll find something different: a warm, non-judgmental space where you can be heard, supported, and understood—no insurance required.

We believe that healing should be accessible. That's why we offer private pay therapy with flexible options, so you don't have to navigate confusing paperwork or waitlists. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, relationship challenges, postpartum depression, or trauma, our therapists are here to walk alongside you—one step at a time.

Read our newest blog post or schedule a free consultation by clicking the link in bio!

Vulnerability means showing up without knowing the outcome.
08/06/2025

Vulnerability means showing up without knowing the outcome.

Sunshine City Counseling is here to support you through life's challenges. Check out our blog post in our bio for more i...
08/05/2025

Sunshine City Counseling is here to support you through life's challenges. Check out our blog post in our bio for more information on therapy for depression.

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1615 Pasadena Avenue S, Suite 330
South Pasadena, FL
33707

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm

Telephone

+17279409538

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Sunshine City Counseling provides exceptional and thoughtful support services, education and empowerment through face to face and online counseling and coaching services.

We are the relationship experts.

Hope and healing for the city.

We’re better together.