George J. Mendes, M.A., M.Div., D.Min., L.M.H.C.
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, #MH21871
George is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida and a National Certified Counselor
with the National Board of Certified Counselors. He has a Master of Arts in Counseling from
LeTourneau University (Longview, Texas), a Master of Divinity from Southwestern Baptist
Theological Seminary (Fort Worth, Texas) and a Doctor of Ministry from Fuller Theological
Seminary (Pasadena, California).
George’s experience in behavioral/mental health began in 1993 working in a residential
treatment center for abused children in Texas. In that setting he learned how to understand
personal pain and the impact of trauma in a compassionate and non-judgmental way. He also
draws upon 29 years’ experience and expertise as a Navy Chaplain providing counseling and
spiritual care to persons in combat zones, military hospitals, ships, and installations in the United
States and overseas.
George believes that counseling is a collaborative process where both counselor and client work
together in identifying issues and establishing therapy goals to facilitate personal growth and
healing.
He offers counseling and guidance from a biblical perspective. His areas of focus include:
Anxiety and depression
Military and veteran issues
Relationship challenges and issues
Spiritual issues
“Seasons of life” concerns such as mid-life and grief
While our relationship with our problems is always a deeply personal one, the Bible teaches that
there is “nothing new under the sun” (Ecclesiastes 1:9); we are all fragile people in a broken
world. Yet, God is eager to enter into the midst of our complicated lives as we “obtain guidance”
(Proverbs 1:5) that is grounded in His wisdom and will lead us in “the way we should go” (Psalm
32:8). In sessions with George, you can expect a collaborative and confidential space to explore
your thoughts and feelings.
George is a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors. He and his wife
Sheila have three children.
Office Phone: (904) 269-0886 ext. 113
E-mail: gmendes@mail.com