Working with a licensed therapist can help you manage life's challenges and learn to make positive changes in your life. If you’re looking for a therapist, FL can have many barriers to treatment, like a lack of available providers or types of insurance coverage, which can make finding in-person mental health counseling challenging. 

With BetterHelp, you can attend individual therapy from the comfort of your home at a time that works for your schedule. You can work with a clinical psychologist, social worker, marriage and family therapist, or other mental health professional to find solutions to your unique challenges. Plus, you can change providers anytime until you find one with whom you have a good working therapeutic relationship.

If you need support to manage the symptoms of mood disorders, navigate relationship difficulties with your adult children, or cope with changes to your physical health, an online therapist can guide you through the healing process and help you reach your goals. Connect with an online therapist licensed in Florida to get started.

 

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Reegan Koppelman

Offering therapy in Florida
License: LMHC
Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes
8 years of experience

Hi there! I'd like to share a bit about me! I'm Reegan. I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor currently in the state of Florida, for the past 8 years. I received my masters degree in Mental Health counseling from Seton Hall University in 2014 through their online program. A bit about my background and who/ what I have experience working with- my internship and first few years of counseling were spent in office at a clinic that served both mental health and substance use disorders. In 2017 I started my transition into online work so I could meet the specific populations the LGBTQ+ community, women and trauma/ childhood trauma. I am trauma aware/ informed and doing many outside trainings to be fully trauma trained. My initial frame work began in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing (MI). Over the years I have worked meet the client where they are at, by using other modalities based on what was needed. I also tend to use a very person-centered approach which can mean taking extra time to build rapport/ a therapeutic relationship. My experiences clinically vary from anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+, coping\stress, substance abuse/use related issues, trauma related work, nervous system dysregulation and more. I am also neurodivergent affirming/ informed and able to talk through some of those things as well. I am still working on increasing my education and knowledge on this part as its vastly under represented, but having someone even opening to talk and look at symptoms can super helpful if you are suspecting something might be going on. It can be a very tough, judgmental world out there, I get that. That is why I am here to help you learn to cope with with the curve balls life may have thrown at you. To help you find yourself and learn to manage all the things that are brought forth by life. If this feels like it might be a good fit, stop by and see. I do like to be transparent unfront that I am a mom of 2 special needs kiddos who are home with me during the day. Please make sure the time slots in the afternoon available for appointments would fit, if what you were looking for (if you are coming in mid week, look at the future week to see what is available fully). I'm looking for a few longer term clients who can fit in those slots or who just wants to solely communicate on the boards. I do write and communicate with clients daily on the boards. Thanks for reading! Hope you find what you are looking for in a match, whether its here or with another counselor! Take care!

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J. Phyllis Brannen

Offering therapy in Florida
License: LCSW, CAP
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsGriefSelf esteemDepression
25 years of experience

I am a Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Addictions Professional with 22 years experience in Private Practice, a Community Mental Health Center and an Alzheimer’s Foundation. I have worked with mental health issues and addictions; caregivers and care-receivers; as well as clients dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, ADHD and numerous other concerns. My counseling style is interactive and responsive. Together, we will explore your challenges, build your coping skills and find solutions that work. My approach is eclectic, combining many aspects, including empowerment, cognitive and behavioral elements. Your counseling will respond to your unique individual needs. Your interest in counseling implies that you have the courage to change and grow. That is all you need to seek a happier, more fulfilling future. I am here to support and encourage you on this exciting journey!

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Leigh-Anne Husted

Offering therapy in Florida
License: LCSW
Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression
11 years of experience

Leigh-Anne holds a Master’s degree in Social Work from Florida State University. She has spent her career working to improve the lives of at risk youth and Young Adults. Leigh-Anne has worked in schools, residential care, Wilderness Therapy and with the homeless population. Her work experience allows her to offer a variety of techniques, concepts, and methods of working with people who struggle with mental and behavioral health challenges.

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Dr. Carol Parham

Offering therapy in Florida
License: Ed.D., LMHC
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
15 years of experience

Hello, I am Carol Parham, Ed.D., LMHC. I earned a doctorate degree in education. counseling and supervision a master’s degree in mental health counseling and licensed mental health counselor. I am an adoption-competent trainer/therapist and a certified trauma therapist. Throughout my mental health internship and licensure years I have worked with children, adults and families toward improving how to navigate through life’s daily challenges. I have provided therapeutic mental health services for children and adults that include topics of anxiety, anger, stress, depression, low self-esteem, living placement adjustments, adoption process, bonding and attachments with peers and adults, relationship building, separation from loved ones, grief, loss, end of life, and physical/emotional traumatic abuse. It is of the upmost importance to provide everyone with care, compassion and understanding. I believe in a holistic and organic way of exploring each person’s wants and needs, as well as encourage active participation to develop a personal healing journey of what one’s life is meant to be. I offer client centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, trauma-focused therapy, solution-focused therapy, expressive activities and/or mindfulness activities; all of which contribute to creating a safe and comfortable therapy experience. I am honored and look forward to moving through this journey with you.

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Dr. Lindsay Ghannam

Offering therapy in Florida
License: EDD,LMHC,MA
Stress, AnxietySleeping disordersParenting issuesDepressionCoaching
14 years of experience

Hi and Welcome to my site, it is nice to meet you and I am so glad that you've decided to reach out for help. I look forward to working with you! :) Bio Dr. Lindsay Ghannam, Ed.D., M.A., LMHC, is a holistic mental health coach and counselor whose compassion, drive and intuition have all earned her the reputation as a service-centered leader. As an advocate of positive change, she is on a lifelong mission to empower women to embrace their infinite potential through the power of natural remedies, from herbalism and healthy eating to spirituality. Ultimately, her vision is to heal their anxiety or depression by helping them pave their way to calm, conscious clarity and all-encompassing serenity. Throughout the course of a decade, Lindsay has gained extensive hands-on experience in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders. Lindsay is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and holding a Doctorate in Counseling, she has worked as a Crisis Intervention Specialist, Research Analyst, Addictions Specialist and in private practice. Dr. Ghannam holds additional credentials as a certified body-mind coach and certified domestic violence counselor. Above all else, she has experienced and overcome the hardship of anxiety first-hand, which enables her to deeply empathize with each valued client. When she isn’t guiding her clients to total-life transformation, Lindsay enjoys living life as mindfully and soulfully as possible. She especially loves making tea and cooking nutritious meals, and even hosts a radio show on natural solutions for anxiety. Most importantly, she cherishes quality time spent with her three children who are ages 3, 6, and 15.

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Heather McGovern

Offering therapy in Florida
License: LCSW
Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
11 years of experience

Hi, I'm Heather, pronouns she/they! I'm an LCSW and I have 10+ years of experience providing therapy to people who are feeling stuck, unheard, and/or trapped within our system of social norms and unrealistic expectations. I love helping clients get to those "ah ha" moments that unlock the gates to progress and healing. I practice a multitude of evidence based modalities and tailor them to my clients' specific needs. Nothing cookie-cutter, over here. I tend to be solution focused, client centered, and strengths based within my practice. Most of my experience comes from working with those who have experienced significant complex trauma. I believe everyone deserves a therapist that will listen to them entirely and completely free of judgment. I identify as queer (non-binary, poly, pan) and have worked with clients in all stages of recognizing their queerness. I also have experience working with those who have experienced religious trauma whether due to their sexuality or otherwise. If you're looking for a therapist who's laid back, nerdy, uses humor but will also challenge you to make the changes you've come to make; then I'm the therapist for you!

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Rosemarie Manzolillo

Offering therapy in Florida
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefParenting issuesDepression
30 years of experience

I am licensed in Florida with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, parenting issues, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Together we will develop and strengthen your skills to address any challenges currently in your life. I look forward to being a part of your journey.

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Olga Romero

Offering therapy in Florida
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
15 years of experience

Are you going through important life changes? Do you feel a loss of connection with yourself, your family, with others, or with God? Challenges are often disguised opportunities to learn new skills. I help individuals, couples, and families address relationship crises such as escalating couple conflict; family breakdown in communication; pre and post-divorce issues; unique family dynamics when the couple have children from prior relationships; and the role that trauma often plays in getting stuck and staying stuck in addictive behaviors. Im a Faith Based Therapist. LMHC (Counselor) - hablo Español. Qualified Supervisor MHC/ Virtual Thought Fl. Please schedule your next appointment.

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Courtney Hendrickson

Offering therapy in Florida
Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
8 years of experience

I am licensed in Florida with 8 years of professional therapy experience while having worked in the Social Work field for over 20 years. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. I am here to help you navigate those strengths to heal and overcome difficult moments in your life. Change can be very hard, and I recognize that it takes courage to take the first steps towards that change. I am here to support and empower you in that journey as well as make sure you are not taking it alone. We are a team, and I will be your co-pilot as we navigate journey together. I have worked with many populations throughout my career which led me towards my LCSW to better help clients. I have worked with clients of all ages and backgrounds but have always come back to helping teens and young adults find their voice and path. I am certified in the High-Fidelity Wraparound (HFW) model which helps clients reach their goals and creates a team to assist them with their goals. I am also a certified trainer for HFW. I find this model is a great tool for parents and their children to work together to reach individual and mutual goals for the family. I have won a Cooperman-Bogue Award from the Juvenile Welfare Board for my work with youth as well as the Pinellas County Domestic Violence Task Force Leadership Award for my work with Domestic and Teen Violence survivors. I look forward to meeting you and helping you create your goals for your future!

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MaryBeth Underwood

Offering therapy in Florida
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepression
13 years of experience

I am licensed in Florida with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

How can a counselor support you?

Therapists can practice many types of counseling, from marriage and family therapy to cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). They may also assist you with symptoms of depression, stress, or anxiety.

Therapists may help you set and achieve career goals, work on current issues you may be facing, or address your past. Over 10,343,500 people live in FL, and one out of five Americans has a mental health condition. Searching for local licensed professionals may help you find mental health support for personal growth, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and other mental health concerns. You do not need a mental health diagnosis to seek support from one of BetterHelp's licensed providers above.  

The mental health field can include psychiatric medication management, online therapy, marriage counseling, couples therapy, clinical social work, licensed counseling, and other mental health services in person and online. Seeing a licensed provider can help you navigate mental health conditions and life circumstances through mindfulness and other specialized techniques.

Please note that a BetterHelp therapist does not offer diagnostic or medication management services.

Why do people choose to work with a licensed counselor?

People reach out for mental health support for a variety of reasons. Many individuals work with a counselor for general life advice, while others may attend therapy for a specific concern. Whether you live in a large city or a smaller county, BetterHelp can match you with a licensed professional tailored to your preferences noted when you sign up.

The mental health therapists in Florida support clients with varying issues through therapy, such as:

  • Challenging situations or life stressors
  • Eating disorders
  • Anxiety disorders
  • Depression or depressive conditions
  • Adjustment issues
  • Emotional support for a terminal illness
  • Chronic pain emotional support
  • Grief
  • Personality disorders
  • Trauma
  • Relationship conflicts and concerns

Finding a therapist that takes new clients in online therapy can be the first step in finding a treatment plan that works for you. Your therapist can provide a safe space for you to focus on self-care and well-being.

If you're interested in speaking to one of the therapists above or being matched with a counselor in 24 to 48 hours, consider signing up for BetterHelp. BetterHelp has over 35,000 providers, including those listed above.

Emergency services to contact in a crisis

If you are experiencing a crisis or emergency, don't use the BetterHelp site. If you are in life-threatening danger, call 911. If you require support for a crisis, reach out to the hotlines below:

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Some of the most commonly asked questions about therapy can be found in the section below.

How much does a therapist cost?

Mental health professionals can differ in price. Forbes found that the average cost of in-person therapy in the US is around $100 to $200 per hour. Pricing can also vary based on your location. 

BetterHelp offers payment plans of $60 to $90 per session, charged monthly in a lump sum. You can also take advantage of this pricing on one of BetterHelp's sister platforms, like ReGain for couples or TeenCounseling for teens aged 13 to 19.

Many therapists may be upfront about their pricing and whether or not they take health insurance from the beginning. Additionally, some in your area may offer a sliding scale plan to allow those with lower incomes to pay less for therapy. However, services online can often save individuals a few hundred dollars per month.

When should I get a therapist in Florida?

Mental health services and mental health providers may help you navigate various concerns. You do not need a diagnosis or condition to attend therapy; You can discuss grief, relationship concerns, stress, or life changes and ask for general advice. A counselor may help you gain power over your life and emotions while you navigate day-to-day experiences.

Mental health issues don't always present as a crisis. Many professionals provide talk therapy and support for life transitions, skills learning, relationship problems, or life coaching. Online therapy sessions can allow clients seeking therapy to experience professional help through video, phone, or live chat sessions without commuting to an office.

Does insurance cover the cost of therapy?

Different counseling services can vary in cost. Therapists must apply to accept insurance through insurance companies, which may take time and money, so not every therapist offers services through insurance. If you cannot find a therapist that accepts your plan, BetterHelp may be cheaper than visiting an in-person therapist.

Is online therapy the safe option?

Online therapy through BetterHelp and its sister platforms is safe. Therapists are licensed, experienced, and vetted before being contracted with the platform. If you experience any concerns with your therapist, you change your counselor through the platform or app at any time.

In today's fast-paced society, mental well-being has become a cornerstone of a fulfilling life. Amid the daily challenges and stressors that can overwhelm even the most resilient individuals, seeking professional guidance often offers a path to clarity and balance. The journey toward improved emotional health involves understanding personal triggers, embracing self-compassion, and developing effective coping strategies. While self-help books and online resources provide valuable information, nothing compares to the personalized support offered by a qualified mental health professional. One-on-one sessions with experienced experts can help uncover the underlying issues contributing to anxiety, depression, or other emotional hurdles. With a careful and empathetic approach, these professionals tailor their advice to suit individual needs, ensuring that each person receives strategies that work best for their unique circumstances. Whether through cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, or other innovative methods, the aim is to foster resilience and empower individuals to take control of their inner lives. For those living in bustling urban centers, engaging in face-to-face sessions in a welcoming environment can be particularly beneficial. Access to a caring clinician provides not only a safe space to explore difficult emotions but also builds a support network essential for long-term recovery. The process encourages self-reflection and greater insight into behavioral patterns that might otherwise go unnoticed. While the journey can be challenging at times, the rewards include enhanced emotional stability, improved interpersonal relationships, and a renewed sense of self-worth. In one notable case, the guidance provided by a highly trained therapist proved instrumental in navigating a tumultuous period. Through structured sessions and tailored interventions, the individual learned to identify stressors and develop healthier responses to adversity. This experience underscored the transformative impact that dedicated support can have on one's overall quality of life. In a region like Texas, community-based initiatives and accessible mental health programs further reinforce the value of professional help. These efforts emphasize early intervention, preventive care, and continuous support, ensuring that more people are equipped to face life's inevitable challenges. Ultimately, investing in mental well-being is an act of self-care that yields lifelong benefits. By embracing professional support, individuals can unlock new levels of emotional resilience and discover pathways to a brighter, more balanced future. Each step taken toward healing represents a commitment to personal growth, enabling a life filled with renewed optimism and strength. Embracing this transformative journey consistently paves the way for deeper understanding, lasting peace, and meaningful personal progress.
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