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New Heights Counseling & Consulting, LLC

Enhancing people's lives for more than 20 years with individual, couples, and family counseling for anxiety, trauma, depression, and addiction recovery.

Services include counseling, consulting, and coaching.

03/30/2026

When your teen is struggling behaviorally, you can feel it in your gut that something isn’t working.

You’ve tried different approaches, different consequences, different conversations and you’re still ending the day feeling like you got it wrong.

A lot of parents reach a point where they feel completely worn down.

Behavioral issues are rarely just about “bad behavior.”

They’re often communication. Frustration. Overwhelm. Skill gaps. Big emotions in a growing person who doesn’t always know how to handle them yet.

And that’s where therapy can step in and bring clarity.

Therapy helps take the guesswork out.

It gives you a clearer understanding of what’s actually driving your teen’s behavior, not just what you’re seeing on the surface.

It equips your teen with tools to regulate, communicate, and cope.
And just as importantly, it equips you with strategies that are consistent, realistic, and tailored to your teen.

Reach out today and find out what your options are! Call 850-757-9444 or follow this link https://florida-counseling.com/staff/whitnie-scruggs/

03/25/2026

Life gets busy here. Work, kids, schedules, everything piling up. It’s easy to keep putting yourself last.

And before you know it, summer is here.
Routines change
Kids are home more
Stress can look different, but it doesn’t disappear

Now is a great time to get established.
To have support in place before the next season starts
To go into the next school year feeling more steady and prepared

You don’t have to figure it all out on your own.

We have therapists with immediate openings available.

Call 850-757-9444 or schedule here:
https://florida-counseling.com/staff/whitnie-scruggs/

Getting started now can make the rest of the year feel very different.

03/24/2026

Some kids don’t know how to say “I’m struggling.”

It comes out as big emotions
Shutting down
Anger over small things
Trouble at school
Or changes you can’t quite explain

As a parent, you feel it. You know something is off, but you’re not always sure how to help.

That’s where therapy can make a difference.

Kids don’t need to have everything figured out to get support. They just need a safe place to talk, play, and learn how to understand what they’re feeling.

Our therapists work with children in a way that feels natural to them, helping them build confidence, manage emotions, and feel more secure.

You don’t have to wait until things get worse.

We have immediate openings available.

Call 850-757-9444 or schedule here:
https://florida-counseling.com/staff/whitnie-scruggs/

Getting started is simple. And it can make a big difference for your child.

03/19/2026

You don’t have to wait months to start feeling better.

When someone finally decides to reach out for counseling, they are often already carrying a lot. Anxiety that keeps building. Stress that never seems to slow down. Hurt that has been sitting there for far too long.

Waiting weeks or months for an appointment can make those struggles feel even heavier.

At New Heights Counseling, several of our clinicians have openings available right now. You can begin the process of healing sooner than you may expect.

Relief could be closer than you think. A conversation. A plan. A place where you can finally set some of that weight down.

If you are ready to take that step, we are here.

Call 850-757-9444
Or schedule here:
https://florida-counseling.com/staff/whitnie-scruggs/

03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from New Heights Counseling! 🍀

A new season is approaching, and with it often comes a chance to reset, reflect, and move forward.

If you have been thinking about starting counseling, this could be a meaningful time to take that first step.

Call 850-757-9444
https://florida-counseling.com/staff/whitnie-scruggs/

03/16/2026

March is Self-Harm Awareness Month

Many parents are surprised to learn how quietly self-harm can happen. Teens and young adults who are struggling often work very hard to hide their pain.

Some signs parents and caregivers may notice include:

• Wearing long sleeves even in warm weather
• Frequent unexplained cuts, burns, or scratches
• Spending long periods of time alone in bedrooms or bathrooms
• Increased irritability, sadness, or withdrawal
• Avoiding activities they used to enjoy

These signs do not always mean self-harm is happening, but they can signal that a young person is struggling and needs support.

One of the most powerful things a parent can do is create space for calm, open conversation. Let them know you care, you are listening, and they do not have to face difficult emotions alone.

Professional counseling can provide additional support and tools for both teens and parents navigating these challenges.

Our clinicians at New Heights Counseling are here to help.

Call 850-757-9444
Or schedule here:
https://florida-counseling.com/staff/whitnie-scruggs/

03/14/2026

Self-harm is something many people struggle with quietly. It often grows out of overwhelming emotions, deep stress, or pain that feels difficult to express or release.

For some people, hurting themselves becomes a way to cope with feelings that seem too heavy to carry alone.

Real healing starts when those struggles are met with understanding, support, and practical tools for managing emotions in healthier ways. Counseling can provide a safe place to talk openly, process what is happening beneath the surface, and learn new ways to handle distress.

No one should have to carry that weight alone.

If you or someone you care about is struggling, our clinicians are here to help.

Call 850-757-9444
Or schedule here:
https://florida-counseling.com/staff/whitnie-scruggs/

03/12/2026

March is Self-Harm Awareness Month

Many people struggle silently with self-harm. It is often a way someone tries to cope with overwhelming emotions, pain, or stress.

If you’re concerned that a friend, child, or loved one may be hurting themselves, starting a conversation can make a difference. You don’t need perfect words. You just need to show care.

Here are a few supportive questions you can ask:

“I’ve noticed you seem really overwhelmed lately. Do you want to talk about what’s been going on?”

“When things feel really heavy, how have you been coping?”

“Is there something happening that you feel like you can’t handle alone?”

“How can I support you right now?”

Listening without judgment and letting someone know they are not alone can be incredibly powerful.

If you or someone you care about is struggling, professional support can help. Our clinicians are here to walk alongside you.

Please call 850-757-9444 or follow this link https://florida-counseling.com/staff/whitnie-scruggs/

03/09/2026

Why wait to get the support you need?

Sometimes the hardest part of counseling is simply reaching out. Life gets busy, problems feel overwhelming, and it is easy to tell yourself you will deal with it later.

But you do not have to keep carrying everything on your own.

At New Heights Counseling, several of our therapists currently have immediate openings and are ready to help you get started right away.

Faith Larimer
Maddie Locht
Hunter Young
Kay Jackson
Jordan Ramos

Whether you are working through trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply need someone to talk to, support is available.

Taking the first step today could bring the relief and clarity you have been looking for.

Schedule here:
https://www.newheightscounselingllc.com/whitnie-scruggs

Or call us at 850-757-9444

03/05/2026

For many people, the hardest step isn’t the work that happens in therapy.
It’s picking up the phone and reaching out for the first time.

That first call can feel intimidating, unsure, even a little vulnerable.

That’s exactly why Whitnie is here. Her role is to make even that first step feel simple, welcoming, and easy. She’ll walk you through the process and help you get connected with the right therapist.

If you’ve been thinking about reaching out, this could be your moment to take that first step.

call 850-757-9444 or follow this link https://florida-counseling.com/staff/whitnie-scruggs/

03/03/2026

Personal growth is often quiet.

It happens in the small decisions no one else sees. Choosing a different response. Sitting with a hard emotion instead of pushing it away. Taking ownership of your story without letting it define you.

Growth is about learning your patterns, understanding where they came from, and deciding which ones you want to carry forward.

Therapy creates space for that kind of work. A space to reflect. A space to untangle. A space to build something healthier and more stable.

If you feel ready to take a next step in your growth, we are here to support you.

Call 850-757-9444

Address

1992 Lewis Turner Boulevard, Suite 1057
Fort Walton Beach, FL
32547

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+18507571552

Website

https://florida-counseling.com/

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