Your Safe Space Starts at Understanding U Counseling

Struggling with anxiety, trauma, grief, or relationship issues? We’re here to support you.

Life can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to face it alone. At Understanding U Counseling, we provide a safe, supportive space to talk things through, find clarity, and start feeling better. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, or other conditions, we’re here to help you take the next step with care that fits your life.

  • Individuals and Couples Therapy

  • In-person or Online Sessions

  • Supervision for Licensure

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At Understanding U Counseling Services, we believe therapy should feel supportive, not stressful. Whether you’re facing depression, anxiety, trauma, or relationship challenges, we provide a safe, judgment-free space to work through it all. Led by licensed therapist Regina (with 12+ years of experience), we offer online therapy and in-person therapy that meets you where you are—emotionally and logistically.

We specialize in treating:

  • Depression & Anxiety

  • Grief & Loss

  • Relationship Conflicts

  • Trauma & Abuse

  • Phobias

  • Self-Esteem Issues

  • Codependency

We also provide clinical supervision for pre-licensed counselors in FL.

A Compassionate Approach to Counseling

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    Mental Health Counseling

    Mental health counseling is a supportive, therapeutic process that helps individuals work through emotional challenges, manage mental health conditions, and develop healthier ways of thinking and coping. If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply need someone to talk to, counseling offers a confidential space to sort through what’s going on and move toward meaningful change.

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    Couples Therapy

    Couples therapy offers a structured, supportive space for partners to address conflicts, improve communication, and reconnect emotionally. Whether you're facing ongoing tension, trust issues, or just feeling distant from one another, therapy helps you understand each other better and work through challenges together with the guidance of a licensed, neutral therapist.

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    Grief Counseling

    Grief therapy provides a safe space to process loss—whether it's the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or another major life transition. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed by sadness, anger, or even guilt. In therapy, you’ll get support in understanding your emotions, finding ways to honor your loss, and moving forward without feeling rushed or judged.

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    Trauma Therapy

    Trauma therapy is designed to help you process painful experiences in a safe, supportive space. Whether you've faced abuse, neglect, or a life-changing event, therapy can help you make sense of what happened, reduce lingering symptoms like anxiety or flashbacks, and start feeling more in control again. You don’t have to carry it alone. We’re here to support your healing.

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Why Choose Understanding U Counseling Services

✓ Personalized care using evidence-based therapies (like CBT, grief counseling, and trauma-focused approaches)

  • Therapy designed for your lifestyle — in-person or Teletherapy. For in-person appointments, we serve Jacksonville and Orange Park, Florida.

  • Clear goal-setting using SMART goals.

✓ Trusted expertise

  • Regina holds a Master’s in Counseling from Webster University.

  • Over a decade of experience across private practice, hospitals & community care.

  • Licensed in FL, SC, NC, DE & MA.

✓ Client-centered, not corporate

How You Can Work with Us


Free consultation: Let’s talk briefly to see what you’re looking for and how we can help.

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Personalized sessions: Meet weekly (or as needed) to work through challenges using approaches that fit your needs.

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Clear progress: We’ll set goals, reflect often, and track your progress together.

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FAQs

  • We’re happy to provide documentation for out-of-network reimbursement. Let’s chat about your specific plan.

  • We offer flexible scheduling, including evenings. Teletherapy opens up even more options.

  • Most therapy sessions last 50 minutes.

  • Yes! We offer secure online sessions across FL, SC, NC, DE & MA.

  • Definitely. Many couples prefer online sessions for convenience.

Let’s get started on your path to healing. Reach out today to schedule your free consultation.

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Prefer to Email or Call?

Email: reginalmhc@understandingucounseling.com
📞 Phone: (
904) 570-5982