Dr. & Mrs. Gayle Branson, LMHC

Dr. & Mrs. Gayle Branson is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) in Florida and Hawaii with seven years of counseling experience. She previously worked as a licensed pharmacist for over 28 years. She helps people manage anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship concerns, and challenges related to parenting and work.

Her approach is collaborative. She works together with individuals to figure out practical steps that fit their life. Sessions focus on clear goals, coping strategies, and small changes that add up over time.

Dr. Branson blends several therapy methods to match each person's needs. She commonly uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thinking and change behaviors. She also draws on attachment-based ideas to look at how early relationships affect current patterns and emotionally-focused work to address strong feelings.

Her background in pharmacy gives her extra familiarity with medical settings and chronic health concerns. That experience informs how she talks about illness, pain, and medication questions with clients. She has worked with people affected by trauma, abuse, and long-term medical conditions.

People in stephouseholds and blended families may find her useful for sorting loyalty conflicts, parenting role questions, and communication issues. She helps people weigh options and plan steps for smoother daily routines and clearer boundaries.

To begin she asks a few practical questions, outlines initial goals, and agrees on the next steps. Sessions aim to be straightforward and focused on what the person wants to change.