Haven Counseling Services

Haven Counseling Services is a mental health counselor in Winter Haven, Florida, offering individual, couples, family, and youth therapy to adults, teens, and children across the state through in-person sessions at their downtown office and online teletherapy. Specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship issues, emotional regulation, ADHD, autism, and self-esteem challenges, the practice provides a safe, private, and supportive environment where clients can explore their unique experiences and build resilience. Serving individuals and families throughout Florida, the practice has earned a 5.00 rating from five verified reviews, reflecting strong client satisfaction.

Located in the heart of downtown Winter Haven, Haven Counseling Services operates from Suite 239 at 331 W Central Ave, a space designed to foster comfort and healing with private rooms, complimentary refreshments, and a welcoming atmosphere. The founder, Amber Elswick, RMHCI, NCC, is a licensed mental health counselor with a Master’s degree from Liberty University and a personal connection to the community, having grown up in Winter Haven. Her global experience working with women and couples in Japan, Nicaragua, and Panama informs her culturally sensitive and compassionate approach, emphasizing the value of each individual’s story in the healing process.

The office sits just a short walk from Central Park, the Winter Haven Public Library/Kathryn L. Smith Memorial Library, and nearby medical clinics, including Central Florida Health Care and Pope Medical Plaza, all within a quarter-mile radius. West Central Avenue runs directly past the building, placing the practice at a central point in the city’s historic downtown corridor.

With a strong reputation for personalized care, emotional safety, and expertise in complex mental health concerns, Haven Counseling Services stands as a trusted resource in Winter Haven for those seeking meaningful, lasting change. The practice continues to support individuals and families across Florida in building confidence, healing from past struggles, and creating a more balanced, fulfilling life.