Larry Baumgartner, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Larry Baumgartner, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
VerifiedTelehealth Available

Professions: Marriage & Family Therapist, Psychotherapist, Counselor

Languages: English

Telephone: 904-478-8948

My Approach to Therapy

If your relationship has been changed by infidelity, emotional distance, or constant conflict, you may be wondering if things can ever feel good again. Perhaps you've tried talking, reading books, or simply hoping things would improve—but nothing seems to last. If you're looking for marriage counseling, couples therapy, or infidelity recovery, there is hope. Immediate in-person and online appointments are available. Many couples contact me when they feel they've run out of options. My role is to help you move from confusion and disconnection toward trust, communication, and a stronger relationship. I specialize in marriage counseling, infidelity recovery, intimacy concerns, and communication challenges using a solution-focused, action-oriented approach. Rather than spending months reliving every painful detail, we'll focus on what needs to happen for your relationship to move forward. Together, we'll identify what's working, interrupt unhealthy patterns, and build practical strategies that create meaningful change between sessions. I believe relationships improve through consistent action, not just insight. That's why our work focuses on clear goals, accountability, and measurable progress. You'll leave each session with greater clarity about what to do next and how to begin creating the relationship you want instead. I also work with individuals experiencing anxiety, relationship stress, emotional overwhelm, or uncertainty about important life decisions. Whether we're working together as a couple or individually, my goal is the same—to help you move forward with greater confidence, healthier patterns, and renewed hope. Reaching out is often the hardest step. If you're ready to begin, I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation to answer your questions and determine whether we're a good fit before scheduling your first appointment.

My Practice & Services

I provide in-person marriage counseling, couples therapy, and individual therapy in Northeast Florida, with offices near the State Road 210 and St. Johns Parkway corridor in St. Johns and in Ponte Vedra Beach. Secure online therapy is also available throughout Florida and Minnesota. My practice specializes in helping couples recover from infidelity, rebuild trust, improve communication, and restore emotional and physical intimacy using a solution-focused, action-oriented approach. My goal is to help you move beyond feeling stuck and begin making meaningful progress from the very first session. I also work with individuals experiencing relationship challenges, anxiety, stress, emotional overwhelm, or important life transitions. Whether you're seeking help as a couple or individually, therapy is tailored to your goals and focused on practical, lasting change. Appointments are available in person and online, with immediate openings and same-week appointments when possible. I also offer a free 15-minute phone consultation so you can ask questions, discuss your situation, and determine whether we're a good fit before scheduling your first appointment.

My Therapy Focus

I specialize in helping couples recover from infidelity, rebuild trust, restore intimacy, and improve communication. Many of the couples I work with are facing one of the most difficult seasons of their relationship. They may be struggling with an affair, emotional distance, recurring conflict, or feeling more like roommates than partners. Often, they've tried everything they know to improve things and aren't sure where to turn next. My approach is solution-based, action-oriented, and future-focused. Rather than staying focused on what went wrong, we'll work together to identify strengths, create practical solutions, and build healthier patterns that move your relationship forward. While your experiences matter, our focus is on creating the relationship you want instead. I also work with individuals experiencing relationship stress, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or major life transitions. Whether we're focusing on your relationship or your personal well-being, therapy is designed to provide clarity, direction, and meaningful progress. As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I believe lasting change comes through small, consistent actions that build momentum over time. Sessions are practical, collaborative, and designed to help you make meaningful changes that continue long after you leave the office. If you're wondering whether your relationship can recover, or you're simply ready for things to feel different, I'd welcome the opportunity to talk with you. I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation so we can discuss your situation and determine whether we're a good fit.

Expertise & Specialties

Age Groups I Work With

Adults

Groups I Work With

Adults only

Concerns & Challenges Addressed

Blended Family IssuesBreakupCommunication ProblemsDivorce / Divorce AdjustmentFamily ProblemsInadequacyInfidelity / Affair RecoveryParenting

Therapeutic Approaches & Evidence-Based Methods

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

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