Trauma & PTSD
Trauma psychologist in Ocala
Practical, CBT-centered care for adults coping with traumatic stress, PTSD symptoms, disturbing memories, anxiety, and the effects of crisis.
Learn moreTrauma psychologist in Ocala, Florida
Practical trauma and PTSD therapy for adults in Ocala.
J. D. Gold, Ph.D. brings more than 45 years of clinical experience to focused, individualized therapy for adults and couples.
Serving Ocala and Marion County · Follow-up telehealth available · Medicare and insurance accepted
Trauma & PTSDAnxiety & depressionVeteransAdults & couplesCBT
How therapy can help
Start with what is troubling you now.
Therapy does not have to begin with years of searching for “why.” Dr. Gold focuses on practical tools and the goals that matter to you.
Veterans
Veteran and combat-PTSD care
A dedicated service for veterans, informed by decades of work in Veterans Administration and U.S. Army medical settings.
Learn moreEveryday challenges
Anxiety, depression, grief, and change
Focused therapy for adults and couples who want useful tools, greater clarity, and a path forward.
Learn moreA grounded approach
Experienced care, shaped around your goals.
Dr. Gold’s approach is centered on cognitive behavioral therapy and may also draw from brief, solution-focused, mindfulness, relaxation, and rational-emotive methods.
If one method is not helping, the work can adapt. The focus, pace, and length of treatment are guided by your needs.
Meet Dr. Gold →“My focus is on practical, immediate help to reduce your distress and begin improving the quality of your life.”
— J. D. Gold, Ph.D.
From the blog
Clear guidance for difficult moments.
Practical articles about trauma, anxiety, CBT, and the process of beginning therapy.
Trauma & PTSD
What does trauma-focused therapy actually look like?
Written by J. D. Gold, Ph.D. · About 7 minutes
Read article →CBT
How cognitive behavioral therapy can help with anxiety
Written by J. D. Gold, Ph.D. · About 7 minutes
Read article →Veterans
When combat experiences continue after coming home
Written by J. D. Gold, Ph.D. · About 7 minutes
Read article →Common questions
Before your first call
Who does Dr. Gold work with?
Adults ages 18 and older, including seniors, veterans, and couples.
What is his treatment approach?
Dr. Gold's primary focus is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), tailored to the person and the goals they set.
Does the practice offer telehealth?
Yes. In-person appointments are available in Ocala, with follow-up telehealth sessions available through Doxy.me.
Does Dr. Gold accept Medicare and insurance?
Yes. His current provider profile lists Medicare, TRICARE, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Florida Blue, UnitedHealthcare/UBH, Optum, E4Health, and New Directions/Lucet. Call to verify your exact plan.
Take the next step