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Who Is Rising Calm?
 

At Rising Calm, we don’t believe in quick fixes or surface-level advice.

 

We walk with individuals, couples, and families as they rise from anxiety, brokenness, and life’s deepest struggles.

​What we offer is rare:

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A space to restore trust on the inside—even when things feel shattered.

 

Through our Christ-centered approach, we guide people in uncovering their true identity and purpose, reconnecting with faith and core values, resetting the nervous system, and rebuilding life from the inside out.

 

While many seek Christian counseling or therapy for mental health treatment, diagnosis, and medication; Rising Calm offers a coaching and hypnotherapy approach grounded in faith, healing, and forward momentum.

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Our mission is to help you experience wholeness—body, mind, and relationships—so you don’t just survive… you rise.

Proven Anxiety & Stress Relief, Wellness, & Coaching
in Gainesville, Jacksonville, and Orlando, FL
Rise up to who you were made to be

Elevated Experience

Feel seen, respected, and in our calm, thoughtfully designed space.

Trusted Team, Faithful Support

You can select which of our highly qualified professionals is best suited for your needs and goals.

Please call or email us to get started.
We will listen to your goals and even provide you with a complimentary 15-minute consult to build confidence and answer your questions before you begin.

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Meet Our Team

Bringing calm and confidence to your life and relationships.

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Hi my name is Eric Gilbert. I help adults and children dealing with anxiety to be more calm and confident. I bring an uplifting, Christian approach for relieving stress and anxiety developed from my Master’s degree in Marriage and Family therapy and certifications for treatment.

 

​I know firsthand what it is like struggling with anxiety in social situations, school, work, and relationships. As a child, I hardly spoke. This made my parents worry that I had a serious learning disorder. When I did speak, it was usually in hushed tones to my older brother who would relay the message to my parents. As I started school, I was usually quiet in the classroom, but had a mean temper that would sometimes get me in trouble.

 

In counseling, my family and I started to realize that the driving force behind my behavior was actually my anxiety. As we focused on effective ways to calm my nervous system, those nervous habits and behaviors started to subside. Soon enough, I began to speak with confidence and perform better in school even in anxiety-provoking situations.

 

As I matured, I practiced a ‘Rising Calm’ process that has helped me from childhood to adolescence and into adulthood. It helped me to rise above anxiety to experience love and success in learning, work, and in my marriage. I've even built a successful small business over the past 5 years and managed a team of employees without going crazy. What used to be stressful for me became moments to rise above the challenge and see positive results.

 

Now in my mid-thirties, the professional training I’ve received alongside my personal experience has helped hundreds of others to experience calm in the midst of life’s storms. I have worked in Christian counseling centers, public and private schools, and community programs.

 

My work focuses on taking you from anxious and stressed to calm, centered and focused no matter the situation: work, school, social gatherings, heated arguments, tight deadlines, placement exams, etc. The process involves learning and practicing effective ways to calm your mind and nervous system even in anxiety-provoking situations. I also provide clients with practical guides and resources that help them with specific needs and goals.

Dr. Verena Young

Meet our HypnoBreath, Sociologist, & Educational Scientist

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Welcome, I’m Dr. Verena Young. I believe that peace isn’t something you have to chase—it’s already within you, waiting to be remembered. Healing is not about becoming someone new—it’s about uncovering the strength, wisdom, and peace that have been within you all along. My approach is compassionate, intuitive, and deeply rooted in evidence-based techniques. I work with individuals, children, and families from many diverse and unique backgrounds. 

 

My signature HypnoBreath™ Method blends advanced hypnotherapy techniques with intuitive breathwork, allowing clients to release suppressed emotions and reconnect with their inner strength. Rather than forcing change, this approach honors your natural pace, making transformation feel safe and effortless. I create a space where you can release anxiety, rebuild confidence, break free from unhealthy habits, and awaken the calm and clarity already within you. 

 

My own journey with anxiety in my early twenties taught me that our struggles often hold the key to our greatest transformations. What once felt like a burden became my greatest teacher, guiding me toward my life’s work: helping others break free from anxiety, fear, and limiting beliefs so they can step into their fullest potential and faith.

 

Over the last six years, I have had the privilege of working with hundreds of people in retreats, workshops, group programs, and one-on-one sessions, guiding them through deep transformations. As a sociologist, educational scientist, and certified hypnotherapist (CHt, CCHt, CTHt), I have dedicated my career to understanding the mind-body connection and the most effective methods for creating lasting change. In my work, I integrate hypnotherapy, breathwork, and coaching to support those struggling with anxiety, low self-confidence, smoking addiction, emotional eating, and other limiting patterns.

 

Whether you’re looking for relief from stress, freedom from addiction, or a path to deeper self-connection, I am here to support you every step of the way. Let’s begin this journey together—one breath at a time.

Isabel Bustamante

Meet Our Behavior Specialist and Educator

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Welcome! My name is Isabel. I am so happy that you are here making time for yourself and searching for the support that works best for YOU! I have loved being a part of the RCC
family for several years and trust that you will find it to be an extremely
comfortable, caring and client committed place to begin your journey towards a
better life and improved mental health.
My personal interest in behavioral psychology began early in life and prompted me to complete a psychology BS degree at the University of Florida, an M.Ed. in Education, and then a master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis.
I also hold certificates in Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Positive
Psychology and Life Coaching.

 

With my 17+ years of experience as an educator and mental health specialist, I will share research-based tools and techniques for navigating stress, anxiety, relationships, and the uncertainties that come with life
transitions.


I often begin our sessions by taking a moment to breath and calm the nervous
systems down, understanding that it can be uncomfortable to talk with a complete
stranger about your personal life, I do my best to put you at ease. I will ask you
simple questions to try to learn about you, your dreams, goals, and your desired
outcomes.


Together, we will produce a plan forward that works best for you and
offer you concrete steps to help you begin to struggle less with any difficult
thoughts, feelings, or behaviors that have not been serving you well.
We will
examine any limiting beliefs that have been holding you back from what you want
most in your life.

 

Our work together will serve to help you build a more peaceful,
productive, and fulfilling life while discovering and nurturing your innate and unique
strengths and talents.

I believe that real change begins with embracing self-awareness, a centered mind,
and a healthy, balanced lifestyle. From that place, I have seen how beautiful things
can unfold, even when life feels hard.
I help my clients cultivate their personal
best- with themselves, in relationships, and with their individual expression of
their true purpose. Learning about our inner wisdom and recognizing that a sense
of purpose, self-confidence, and honed instincts are critical qualities at all levels of

life.

 

I am so excited for the opportunity to work with you and support you on your
journey!

Zach Johnson

Meet our family and young adult MFTI specialist.

 Sharing his testimonial about the impact of our services.

Hey, I’m Zach. I’m passionate about helping people through struggles with anxiety, depression, addiction, sexuality, emotional challenges, and relationships.

I especially enjoy working with kids and young adults. Having personally navigated many of these challenges, my experiences, along with my training, allow me to effectively support others in finding their way forward.

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Trained in marriage and family therapy and coaching, I approach sessions as a blend of exploration, challenge, and play. I believe that working together isn’t just about resolving issues—it's about transforming the way you look at yourself and the world. I’ll help you to see yourself with more clarity, courage, and compassion. We’ll explore who you are, unmask the parts of you that may be hidden or guarded, and I’ll encourage you to bring your whole self into the world.

 

In our sessions, you’ll find that I bring my own personality, humor, and humanity to the work. I’m not shy about challenging clients or exposing my own struggles. I’ll encourage you to dig deep, look honestly at yourself, and even embrace discomfort when needed. This approach isn’t for everyone, but for those ready to engage, it can be transformative.

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I create a space where honesty and growth can flourish, helping clients connect with themselves in a way that feels real and lasting. Whether we’re uncovering difficult patterns, working on relationships, discovering what you care about, or simply learning to live with more acceptance of ourselves and our lives, I’m here to guide you through the process with empathy, curiosity, and some playfulness.

Together, we’ll uncover who you are beneath the surface and chart a path toward the life you want to live.

Francoise “Franny” Long

Empowering You to Heal, Grow, and Live With Clarity and Courage

Offering his testimonial about the positive changes he experienced with our support

Hi, I’m Franny.
I specialize in helping people reconnect with their God-given purpose, heal from within, and live with greater peace, resilience, and authenticity. I’m a Certified Holistic Health, Life, and Cognitive Coach, Breath Coach, 500-hour Christ-Centered Trauma-Informed Yoga Instructor, and classically trained chef.

If you’re feeling stuck, anxious, disconnected, or simply ready for more — you’re not alone. In our work together, you’ll find a safe, compassionate space to explore your inner world, reframe limiting beliefs, and build powerful, sustainable tools for emotional, physical, and spiritual growth.

My approach weaves mindset coaching, cognitive strategies, breath coaching, and somatic healing practices. We’ll focus on cultivating a growth mindset, strengthening emotional resilience, deepening self-awareness, and empowering you to create lasting transformation — one courageous step at a time.

I offer both virtual sessions and in-nature sessions, witnessing the healing presence of  creation into the coaching experience.

You are already equipped with the light and strength you need. My heart is to support you in remembering, reclaiming, and radiating that truth — and walking boldly into the life you were created for,

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Specialties:
Anxiety and Emotional Resilience
Growth Mindset and Empowerment Coaching
Purpose Discovery and Authentic Living
Breath and Somatic Awareness
Christian/Spiritual Wellness Support

 

Session Options:

  • Virtual Coaching (via Zoom)

  • In-Nature Coaching (local outdoor settings)
     

It would be my honor to walk alongside you — with compassion, curiosity, and unwavering belief in your ability to heal, grow, and thrive.

Calm Lake

(352) 507-4581

Office Locations:

Gainesville, FL

4421 NW 39th Ave 

Building 3 

Gainesville, FL 32606

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Jacksonville, FL

7235 Bentley Road

Jacksonville, FL 32256

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Orlando, FL
1371 Hancock Lone Palm Rd,

Orlando, FL 32828

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Rising Calm Center offers professional Christian coaching, faith-based hypnotherapy, and nervous system reset programs
to help you overcome anxiety, stress, and relationship struggles. We are not a licensed counseling or psychotherapy clinic and do not diagnose or treat mental health disorders.
Our forward-focused approach is designed for growth, resilience, and transformation.
If you’re ready to move beyond coping and start thriving, book your consultation or session today.

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