About Calm Waters Wellness

An integrative and holistic approach to mental health care in Apollo Beach and surrounding areas.

Our Mission & Vision

Calm Waters Wellness is a mental health practice that implements an integrative and holistic approach to therapy. We are dedicated to helping individuals rediscover their potential, purpose, and worth by addressing the whole person.

We envision a community where every individual finds calm in the chaos, belonging in the unknown, and certainty in the confusion — anchored in truth and aligned in mind, body, and spirit.

Our Values

  • Holistic Healing: We believe in addressing the whole person to foster lasting well-being and personal growth.
  • Compassionate Connection: We cultivate a safe and supportive environment where empathy and trustworthiness guide every interaction.
  • Inclusivity: We honor and respect the diverse identities and experiences of our clients, creating a welcoming space for all.
  • Integrity: We practice with honesty, transparency, and commitment to ethical care, always putting our clients' well-being first.
  • Empowerment: We encourage individuals to reclaim their purpose, build resilience, and embrace their strengths to navigate life's challenges.

Meet the Calm Crew

Our team is led by Erica Wooten, LCSW, QS, Practice Owner and Clinical Director, along with Kelly Von Euw, LCSW, our Client Care Coordinator. Together they guide a dedicated group of licensed clinicians and interns committed to your well-being.

Our licensed therapists include Celeste Hyppolite, LCSW; Jonita Jacobs, LMHC, QS; Maria Gutierrez Lopez, LMHC; Shaylyn Steoger, LCSW; and Katherine Troy, LCSW. We also have several registered interns on our team: Isabella Simone, MSW; Stephanie Garcia, MSW; Bethany Buchholz, MA; Cameron Cestari, MA; and Raegina Randolph, MSW.

Each member of our team brings unique strengths and specialties, but they all share a common commitment to compassionate, client-centered care.

Kind Words from Colleagues & Clients

As a fellow mental health counselor, I've had the opportunity to observe Maria's work and the way she shows up for her clients. She is compassionate and genuine, creating a safe, supportive environment for clients. I would wholeheartedly recommend Maria to anyone looking for a thoughtful and compassionate therapist!

Katrina Paschke★★★★★

I've had the opportunity to work with Kat Troy and can confidently say she is both skilled and deeply compassionate. She supports clients in building emotional regulation, resilience, and confidence, while offering practical tools that create real, lasting change.

Edith Caballero, LCSW, MCAP, CCTP, RYT★★★★★

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