Rev. Peggy Ann "Serena" Hemmer, LCSW
Holistic LCSW for families and individuals
- Children and adolescents
- Couples and families
- Spiritual life coaching
About Rev. Peggy Ann "Serena" Hemmer
Rev. Peggy Ann "Serena" Hemmer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida who brings more than two decades of experience to work with children ages 3 and up, adults, couples, and families. Since beginning clinical practice in 2004, she has combined clinical training with a long history in public mental health and substance abuse services - including a decade of work at county and state departments - to offer practical, compassionate support for stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship concerns, and a wide range of life challenges.
Hemmer takes a holistic approach that honors the connections between mind, body, and spirit, integrating expressive arts, movement, and somatic methods when appropriate. She developed an Expressive Arts Clinical Program at a residential behavioral health center for youth and routinely weaves art and play-based techniques into work with children and families. Certified in Rational Hypnotherapy, she incorporates guided relaxation and imagery tools to address anxiety, phobias, and addictive patterns.
Her formal training includes a Bachelor of Social Work degree, earned summa cum laude from Capital University - meaning she graduated with highest honors - and a Master of Social Work from The Ohio State University. In Florida she practices as an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - and holds additional certifications in Gottman Couple's Counseling and Spiritual Life Coaching. As an ordained metaphysical New Thought minister and certified Spiritual Life Coach, she supports clients who wish to explore values, faith, and spiritual growth.
Hemmer's background in dance, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, drama, visual arts, and pottery informs a creative therapeutic style that has served people across ages and socioeconomic backgrounds. She founded a private practice in Ohio in 2006 and now sees clients from her practice in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Her experience also includes workshop development and presentations on topics such as maternal depression, recovery, expressive arts for adolescents, bullying, attachment and placement, and distress screening. She is the author of the book I Am Me, I Am and has published articles on counseling topics.
Hemmer takes a holistic approach that honors the connections between mind, body, and spirit, integrating expressive arts, movement, and somatic methods when appropriate. She developed an Expressive Arts Clinical Program at a residential behavioral health center for youth and routinely weaves art and play-based techniques into work with children and families. Certified in Rational Hypnotherapy, she incorporates guided relaxation and imagery tools to address anxiety, phobias, and addictive patterns.
Her formal training includes a Bachelor of Social Work degree, earned summa cum laude from Capital University - meaning she graduated with highest honors - and a Master of Social Work from The Ohio State University. In Florida she practices as an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - and holds additional certifications in Gottman Couple's Counseling and Spiritual Life Coaching. As an ordained metaphysical New Thought minister and certified Spiritual Life Coach, she supports clients who wish to explore values, faith, and spiritual growth.
Hemmer's background in dance, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, drama, visual arts, and pottery informs a creative therapeutic style that has served people across ages and socioeconomic backgrounds. She founded a private practice in Ohio in 2006 and now sees clients from her practice in Saint Petersburg, Florida. Her experience also includes workshop development and presentations on topics such as maternal depression, recovery, expressive arts for adolescents, bullying, attachment and placement, and distress screening. She is the author of the book I Am Me, I Am and has published articles on counseling topics.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsDependent personalityDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Hypnotherapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Rev. Peggy Ann "Serena" Hemmer have?
Rev. Peggy Ann "Serena" Hemmer has 21 years of clinical experience, providing counseling to children, adults, couples, and families since 2004.
Is Rev. Peggy Ann "Serena" Hemmer a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW. License details: FL LCSW SW14761.
In which languages does Rev. Peggy Ann "Serena" Hemmer provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Rev. Peggy Ann "Serena" Hemmer located?
She is located in Florida.
How can I work with Rev. Peggy Ann "Serena" Hemmer as my therapist?
You can work with Rev. Peggy Ann "Serena" Hemmer through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Rev. Peggy Ann "Serena" Hemmer work with international clients?
Rev. Peggy Ann "Serena" Hemmer does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Rev. Peggy Ann "Serena" Hemmer cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approach-Focused Care Delivered Online
Attachment-Based Therapy in her practice emphasizes understanding how early relationships shape current patterns - it helps clients explore connection, trust, and emotional bonds and is useful for relationship difficulties, attachment wounds, and family concerns.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing practical skills to change them. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, stress management, and improving day-to-day coping.
The Gottman Method provides structured tools for couples to improve communication, resolve conflict, and rebuild friendship and intimacy; it is aimed at partners who want concrete strategies to strengthen their relationship.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and is handled collaboratively. Rev. Peggy Ann "Serena" Hemmer works with each person or couple to consider goals, preferences, and life circumstances, and tailors techniques from these methods to fit the individual situation.
Online therapy with Hemmer offers flexible access through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and receive ongoing support from licensed professionals without the constraints of travel.
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