Compassionate Counseling for Individuals, Couples, Children, and Families

Personalized mental health care in Orlando and online throughout Florida. Our clinicians help clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, family challenges, and life transitions.

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We provide personalized counseling services to support individuals through their journey toward better mental health and well-being.

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01. Book appointment

Scheduling an appointment with us is simple and easy.

02. Initial consultation

Meet your therapist and discuss your needs and goals.

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03. Progress Check-Ins

Review your progress and adjust your therapy when needed.

04. Ongoing support

Receive continued guidance and support throughout your journey.

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High Expectations Counseling: Expect More From Therapy

Welcome to High Expectations Counseling, where we are dedicated to fostering mental wellness and emotional resilience. Situated in the heart of Downtown Orlando, our thriving clinical mental health counseling practice is built on the belief that everyone deserves access to compassionate, high-quality care.

At High Expectations Counseling, our team of experienced and licensed professionals is passionate about providing a safe and supportive environment for our clients. We specialize in a variety of evidence-based therapies to address a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. Our holistic approach not only focuses on healing and recovery but also emphasizes personal growth and empowerment.

We pride ourselves on our client-centered philosophy, tailoring each treatment plan to meet the unique needs and goals of every individual. Our commitment to continuous professional development ensures that we remain at the forefront of the latest therapeutic techniques and innovations in mental health care.

Whether you are seeking support for a specific challenge or simply looking to enhance your overall well-being, our practice is here to accompany you on your journey.

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Support For Life’s Most Difficult Moments

Our therapists provide personalized support for emotional, relational, and behavioral challenges at every stage of life.

Individual Therapy

The greatest gift you can give to yourself is to do the deep and honest work of uncovering who you truly are. Understanding the false narratives and programming that have been playing throughout your life is vital for finding true and lasting peace. Learn to be from anxi

Marriage & Relationship Counseling

Counseling for couples is a wonderful investment your making not only with your partner but as an individual. We all were conditioned to see the world differently. So often we feel the need to get caught up in the cycle of “tit for tat” or “I am more right than you are”. This endle

Family Therapy

Family counseling aims to increase positive communication between all members of the family. Also to decrease conflict, as well as strengthen the relationships within a family. Ideally, each person in conflict within the family meets with the counselor together…… Read More

Individual Therapy

The greatest gift you can give to yourself is to do the deep and honest work of uncovering who you truly are. Understanding the false narratives and programming that have been playing throughout your life is vital for finding true and lasting peace. Learn to be from anxi

Marriage & Relationship Counseling

Counseling for couples is a wonderful investment your making not only with your partner but as an individual. We all were conditioned to see the world differently. So often we feel the need to get caught up in the cycle of “tit for tat” or “I am more right than you are”. This endle

Family Therapy

Family counseling aims to increase positive communication between all members of the family. Also to decrease conflict, as well as strengthen the relationships within a family. Ideally, each person in conflict within the family meets with the counselor together…… Read More

Individual Therapy

The greatest gift you can give to yourself is to do the deep and honest work of uncovering who you truly are. Understanding the false narratives and programming that have been playing throughout your life is vital for finding true and lasting peace. Learn to be from anxi

Marriage & Relationship Counseling

Counseling for couples is a wonderful investment your making not only with your partner but as an individual. We all were conditioned to see the world differently. So often we feel the need to get caught up in the cycle of “tit for tat” or “I am more right than you are”. This endle

Family Therapy

Family counseling aims to increase positive communication between all members of the family. Also to decrease conflict, as well as strengthen the relationships within a family. Ideally, each person in conflict within the family meets with the counselor together…… Read More

Meet Our Team Making A Difference

Stephanie Talbot, LCSW

Owner - Addiction, Individuals, Couples
Offers In office & Telehealth

Beverly Soutas, LCSW

Adolescents, Individuals and Couples
Offers In office & Telehealth

Razaina Jean, RMFTI

Registered Marriage and Family Therapist
Offers In office & Telehealth

Sively Garcia, LMHC, BCBA

Couples, Young adults, Grief, & individuals.
Offers In Office & Telehealth

Gabrielle Layton, LMHC

Registered Marriage and Family Therapist
Offers In office & Telehealth

Parita Alwani, LMHC

Registered Marriage and Family Therapist
Offers In office & Telehealth

Daniel Specian, M.S., LMHC

Registered Marriage and Family Therapist
Offers In office & Telehealth

Sorimar

Registered Marriage and Family Therapist
Offers In office & Telehealth

What Our Clients Are Saying

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Caitlin Lamos
July 8, 2026
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Gabrielle is an amazing therapist. She listens to you, finds the root of the problem, and helps you work out solutions. I truly enjoy working with her during our sessions.
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Bobbie Carter
July 7, 2026
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Gabrielle has been an incredible therapist. She helped me through both individual therapy and couples counseling with compassion, insight, and professionalism. She created a safe, supportive environment where I always felt heard and understood. I’m so grateful for her guidance and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and knowledgeable therapist.
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Mckayla Maclin
July 5, 2026
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I have been seeing Gabrielle for a few sessions and every single session she has brought out feelings that I have never thought of before and given me entirely new perspectives of every situation we have discussed. I actively work to implement the activities she has given me to work through my every day life and I feel a much more positive outlook on life. I am so happy she is the therapist I chose, I don’t think anyone else would compare.
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Lauren
July 4, 2026
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I've been seeing Gabrielle Layton for a few months now and she is the best! I feel super comfortable with her and supported and she genuinely cares and wants to help me be the best version of myself possible and it shows. Was nervous about starting therapy and didn't know what to expect but she was very nice and patient and was happy to ease into it. Super grateful for her!
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Nolan Hart
May 20, 2026
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Stephanie is a well seasoned therapist I highly recommend her services!!
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Gissell Lopez
May 9, 2026
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I have been meeting with Gabrielle Layton for a few months and after multiple attempts of trying to find the right therapist for me, I really feel like I found it with her. She is compassionate and created such a safe space for me to sit and vent about all my struggles. I knew she was the right therapist for me when meeting with her never felt like a burden and it was something I looked forward to. She provides support and insight that has helped me want to change my patterns. She is a great listener and I could always tell that she came prepared to our sessions because she always remembered important details about things previously discussed. Gabrielle never pressured me to speak about anything that I wasn't ready to discuss which validated this being the safe space for me to do so. When I first started seeing Gabrielle, I was in a very low place in my life and after months of working with her, it is still a work in progress but I feel that she has helped me gain control and feel more positive overall. I would absolutely recommend working with Gabrielle!
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Betsy Brown
April 14, 2026
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Gabrielle is the actual best. Every time we have a session I feel so much lighter. She's so great at seeing the patterns and connections that even my glasses can't help me see. 10/10 no notes.
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Jeff Foxstar
March 22, 2026
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My wife and I have been seeing Gabrielle Layton for the past few months, and the impact she’s had on our relationship has been meaningful. From the begining, she created a comfortable, supportive environment where we both felt heard and understood. Gabrielle has a thoughtful and balanced approach and does a great job of guiding conversations in a way that feels productive. She helps us communicate more clearly, work through challenges, and better understand each other’s perspectives We’ve both grown during this process. If you’re looking for a couples therapist who is professional, compassionate, and genuinely effective, we highly recommend Gabrielle. 5 stars all the way. Also, she’s a pretty cool person… which is cool.
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Fred bob
March 10, 2026
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You healed this maniac well done!
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