My name is Jackie Viola. I was a therapist at Mandarin Counseling from 2007 until 2014. I left to pursue full-time employment. However I am happy to announce that as of April 2016 I will be back at Mandarin Counseling part-time. I have two children in elementary school which gives me first hand knowledge of the joys and challenges of parenthood. My passion is to advocate for children and help them work through the issues that life throws at us. We don't have to let stress overtake us, however sometimes it takes time to find the right path. We must look within ourselves to find out what is causing stress in our lives and recognize any patterns that continue to create the stress in order to develop a plan of action.

I have experience working with children who are having difficulties with divorce and family problems. Children who have been diagnosed with ADHD, ODD and other disorders. I feel I can help those who are struggling with marital problems, divorce, separation, domestic abuse, and other traumatic events in their lives. I know how difficult it is for individuals to make appointments and keep them during work hours, so I have made myself available for evening and Saturday appointments.

Welcome: You have already made the first step toward healing and creating a new transition of balance and harmony in your life today. Our group of solution focused, highly trained counselors offer comfortable, safe and confidential surroundings. If you are seeking therapy for family, couples, teens, children of all ages or individual issues, we can partner together to better understand and resolve challenges that will allow you to establish more meaningful and fulfilling relationships. Your journey begins here… Our staff combines over 100 years of experience and offer compassionate and personalized care in a wide variety of issues. You don't have to endure the pain of difficult times and circumstances alone. We have a diverse group of specialist with the background, and certifications to provide services for but not limited to: Marriage Counseling Couples Relationship Issues Divorce Recovery Marital/Family Conflict Resolution Pre-Marital Counseling Parenting Postpartum Depression Military Deployment & Adjustment Men's Issues PTSD Lifestyle Changes Substance Abuse Anger-Stress Management Depression Anxiety & Panic Attacks Eating Disorders Women's Issues Adoption Sexual & Physical Abuse GLBT Bipolar & Other Mood Disorders ADD, ADHD, OCD Grief and Loss Workplace/School Issues Career Changes Gambling Addiction Trauma Recovery Internet Addictions Christian Counseling Hypnotherapy Domestic Violence Personal Growth Co-dependency Life can be challenging, sometimes you can feel like you can't get a break and that things are piling up on top of you. When you feel overwhelmed it is difficult to function well. Talking about what's going on and identifying the ways you react to these challenges can be tremendously helpful in empowering you to tap into your personal strength. Feeling better about yourself is possible and this is one of many ways I can help. Let me show you how I can assist you in identifying unhealthy thought patterns and change them into healthier ones to promote your mood, energy and improve relationships. I follow a theory of Cognitive-Behavioral therapy. The basic premise of this theory is that we are influenced by our thoughts and behaviors through our experience and how we react to those circumstances.

If you are like most people in the world in these trying times,you may find that your life stresses can become overwhelming. Whether you have dealt with mental health issues your whole life or its something new to you, it can be very disrupting or worse debilitating. I will use my 15 years of counseling experience to guide and assist you through issues affecting your well being. I take my position as a therapist seriously,it is not just professionally rewarding, but is also personally. I want people to know whatever you are going through the coping skills that I hope to instill in you are also the same skills I use in my life.The most important factor in counseling is the development of a connection, and it is strongest when based on trust. You can trust I will listen. Once a connection has been made this allows a therapeutic relationship to evolve. My position is to help people realize that they are not alone,to provide education,support and the tools to help you deal with life's circumstances more effectively. I see individuals and couples 18 years old and up for: Mood concerns-depression,anxiety,panic and bipolar disorders Marital issues Affair recovery and reconciliations Parenting issues Trauma recovery Relationship coaching Divorce related issues Effective Communication Conflict resolution Anger and Stress management Job related issues Grief and Coping skills If you are having problems in your life and feel that you have or may be losing your sense of direction please contact me at the number below to schedule a time to talk. Jacksonville Center For Counseling, Inc. 3560 Cardinal Point Drive Suite 204 Jacksonville, Florida 32257

Mission: To help others improve their quality of life. Experienced with counseling adults, adolescents, and children in group settings, and on an individual basis. I have counseled people from all walks of life and possess the ability to connect with others to produce positive results. Certified School Counselor 2012 Certified Rehab Counselor 2011 Certificate Sexual Safety & Healing 2010 Domestic Violence Expert 2009 Certified FARS/CFARS 2007 Certified Child Protection Professional 2006 Masters in Counseling: LMHC, LMFT, & School Guidance 2009 Certificate Response to Intervention 2012