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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Stephanie Safos-Moriarty

Offering therapy in Florida
License: LMHC
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression
11 years of experience

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over a decade of experience working with all populations. I have extensive experience working with trauma, juvenile sex offenders, human trafficking, couples counseling, family counseling, substance abuse, parenting, depression and anxiety, LGBTQ, domestic violence, and individual counseling. I am compassionate and genuine and will walk with you throughout your counseling journey. My approach to counseling incorporates Cognitive Behavior Therapy as well as other modalities to best fit the needs of my client. Making that first step to talk to a counselor can be stressful, but you are making a step towards resolving those issues that may have been preventing you from being the best you. I look forward to partnering with you on the journey to better mental health!

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Jessica Moore

Offering therapy in Florida
License: MS,NCC,LMHC
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersCareer difficultiesDepression
7 years of experience

Jessica Moore, PhD Candidate, LMHC, LPC, is a Mental Health Counselor with credentials in both Florida, Colorado and Virginia, I have over six years of experience working with families, couples, and individuals, as well as over eleven years of experience providing career counseling. Prior to my counseling career, I spent twelve years serving in the U.S. Army as a career counselor. Currently, I am pursuing a PhD in Counseling. My clients come to me with a range of mental health concerns, such as trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, marital issues, parenting difficulties, and employment challenges. I approach therapy with compassion, engagement, and motivation, and believe that every individual deserves respect and kindness, regardless of their labels. If you are ready to begin your journey toward a happier and more fulfilling life, I am prepared to start with you immediately. I understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance, taking care of oneself, and enhancing physical and mental health. Let's work together to achieve your goals and improve your overall wellbeing.

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Lowell Lewis

Offering therapy in Florida
License: MSW,LCSW
Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementDepression
25 years of experience

Hi, and welcome to BetterHelp. My name is Lowell, and I am glad you found me. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker here in Florida, and I have over 20 years of experience in working in Community Behavioral Health settings, Correctional settings, Sexual Perpetrator settings, Geriatric settings, and in Private Practice. Insofar as my strengths are concerned, it is difficult to categorize, since I prefer to utilize a combination of various therapies in what I term, "Common Sense Therapy". if you are looking for someone who is down-to-earth, yet professional; open-minded, yet principled; compassionate/empathic, yet, direct; and someone with many life experiences, yet with a deep spiritual belief, then I just may be the therapist you are looking for. My education consists of a Bachelors Degree in Education from Illinois State University, and a Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois, Champaign/Urbana. My primary therapeutic interests lie in the areas of Couple Counseling, Relationship Conflicts, Transitions in Life, Sexual Abuse/Trauma, Gender Dysphoria, Anger Management, and Dissociation. It is a privilege to serve you in the hopes of assisting you in more fully enjoying the rest of your life on this planet. Feel free to contact me at your convenience, and I will always attempt to get back to you as soon as I can. Thank you for choosing BetterHelp.

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Penny Howland

Offering therapy in Florida
License: MSW,CAP,LCSW
AddictionsRelationship issuesGriefDepressionCoping with life changes
40 years of experience

Penny has always practiced in a blend of medical and mental health settings in various venues and with many different populations, including dialysis, the terminally ill, grieving, substance abuse, adjustment disorders of all kinds. Penny uses whatever treatment modality is best to meet patients' goals . She believes strongly in the mind-body connection and has great respect for the resilience of the human being and the ability to adapt to life with balance and comfort. Penny received her BA and MSW from Wayne State University in Detroit, MI. She is a member of ACSW and NASW. Also CAP for all addictions.

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Kelly Boyle

Offering therapy in Florida
License: LMFT
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSelf esteem
10 years of experience

Hello lovely souls! Ready to remove barriers and shine your light or at least find inner peace during these times? Trained and experienced in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and other life stressors in multiple ways to support your empowerment. Therapy is customized for your personal style. Welcome all spiritual beliefs and cultures. Sessions are a virtual safe space. I teach how to express and communicate in healthy ways. I enjoy helping parents understand their kids/teens better and assisting people in empowering themselves. Clients say my down-to-earth nature helps them relax into therapy and that they can tell me anything and not feel judged. Need support on your journey? My clients get customized tutorial videos, for example deep breathing, boundaries & break up hacks, podcasts on how to be yourself, how to use music and art to express yourself and more. Looking forward to working with you. Schedule in EDT/EST (New York time) Monday- Thursday 9 am to 4 pm (Friday and weekends off and Thursdays the latest appointment is 2 pm) I respond to messages within 24 hours if not on the same day unless around days off. Occasional early evening sessions Monday & Wednesday.

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Matthew Sheft

Offering therapy in Florida
License: LCSW
Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changes
6 years of experience

Creating an environment filled with empathy, collaboration, unconditional positive regard and communication are vital to success in therapy. As a licensed therapist in the state of Florida, I take pride in my work with clients and building strong therapeutic relationships that allow for us to grow together towards reaching stated goals. Building a foundational level of trust during our early work together is of paramount importance and allows for a solid structure to be built off of. I operate from a strengths based approach and utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy amongst other evidence based practices. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, coping with life changes and individuals with relationship issues. I believe each person has their own unique story and I look forward to hearing yours and working together!

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Mercy Betts

Offering therapy in Florida
Stress, AnxietySelf esteem
4 years of experience

I am a licensed clinical social worker in Florida. I work with clients who experience a wide range of symptoms and concerns, some of these may include but not limited to; depression, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes/challenges. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe that you are the expert of your own story! I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach incorporates cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and client centered therapy. I work alongside you to tailor the dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you along the way!

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Leigh Evans

Offering therapy in Florida
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefDepressionCoping with life changes
10 years of experience

I am licensed in Florida and Michigan with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

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James Sanniola

Offering therapy in Florida
Stress, AnxietyGriefSleeping disordersSelf esteemDepression
20 years of experience

I am a licensed clinical social worker in Florida with over 20 years of professional social work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, to overcome or reduce anxiety, to overcome or reduce depressive feelings, to enhance coping with grief and loss, to improve sleep patterns and quality, to increase levels of motivation, and to improve upon 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 situations and events that challenge you. My role is to listen, gain an understanding of you, provide feedback, and collaborate with you on your journey in enhancing your overall well-being. My therapeutic approaches include cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, solution focused therapy, and client-centered therapy. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! I look forward to assisting you.

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Lequoia Bell-Person

Offering therapy in Florida
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteem
5 years of experience

I am licensed in Florida with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

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Brian Cooper

Offering therapy in Florida
Stress, AnxietyGriefCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changes
24 years of experience

Are you sick and tired of feeling sick and tired? Do you feel like there are issues seemingly out of your control that are holding you back from living the life you want to live? If you answered yes to either of these questions, I want you to know that help is available! My name is Brian Cooper, and I am one of your local licensed clinical social workers. I come to you with over 24 years’ experience and have worked with individuals, couples and groups in a variety of settings. I am currently not working with couples but more than happy to work with individuals struggling within a relationship. I am well versed in assisting clients with issues surrounding, depression, anxiety, grief, adjustments disorders, mood disorders, family and marital conflicts, chronic illness, career counseling and male issues just to name a few. I understand on a personal level how internal and external struggles impact our lives and the lives of those around us. I have had the opportunity to help many over the years to realize their full potential and see the beauty in the world around them again. I come from a holistic perspective and understand the mind and body connection. I truly believe everyone deserves help if they are struggling and I want to help you on your journey to wellness.

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Teri Uhler

Offering therapy in Florida
Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemDepressionADHD
30 years of experience

I am licensed in Alabama, Arizona and Florida with 30years of professional work experience. I have experience with children, teens, young adults, adults and older adults. I am currently working with clients on Navajo Reservation dealing with substance abuse, depression, anxiety, ADHD, adjustment disorders, bipolar and other mental health issues. I use mindfulness, CBT and other modalities to help my clients to cope with life's stressors and past traumas. I have experience in helping adults with stress and anxiety, ADHD, school/work issues, coping with grief and loss, motivation, relationship problems, self-esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our sessions and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

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Geralynn Barney

Offering therapy in Florida
Stress, AnxietyLGBTDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
22 years of experience

Hello, I am Geralynn Barney. I have been a licensed mental health therapist for 24 years. I am licensed in Utah and Florida. I received my bachelor's degree from Utah State University and my master's degree from the University of Las Vegas Nevada. Life can be difficult to navigate, and we can all use help sometimes. Working with an experienced, licensed therapist can help. I have experience working with individuals who have anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues, women's issues, physical health issues, and victims of interpersonal violence. I am an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist and have experience working with PFLAG. I work to build relationships with clients to provide them with a safe and non-judgmental space to talk and to work on what may be holding them back from having a healthy, balanced life. I use evidenced based modalities and practices including Cognitive Behavioral and Solution Focused therapies. I look forward to working with you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you and empower you in that process.

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Andrea Blumstein

Offering therapy in Florida
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsGriefDepression
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 addictions, & coping with grief and loss. I also have experience working with depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

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Jerrold Jacobson

Offering therapy in Florida
License: LMHC, CAP
AddictionsRelationship issuesAnger managementCoping with life changes
25 years of experience

My ideal client might be any individual in need of assistance to help themselves feel better, more capable-confident and able to resolve whatever 'problems in living' have interrupted their lives. There are times we may need the support of another caring person, perhaps not directly involved with our lives, to listen, reflect, help us consider alternative approaches. This perspective remains central to my intervention techniques, delivered with sensitivity to individual needs. My specialty is born of the blending of two bodies of knowledge, one focused on interpreting everything as behavior through the lens of learning theory and the other chemical dependency/abuse of substances (CAP). The intersection of these areas can be fruitful, giving rise to creative counseling applications & excellent outcomes. In addition, my practice evolved to include knowledge gained from groups, Anger Management, Batterers' Intervention Program, and Substance Abuse. As a seasoned professional counselor I've had the opportunity to work in a variety of settings, typically full-time employment supplemented by a private practice. Having been employed by an Area Agency on Aging in PA, since relocating to the State of Florida my most recent experience was with the Department of Juvenile Justice. Private practice has ranged from court-ordered (Anger Management, Batterers' Intervention Program, Substance Abuse) to EAP to self-referrals. It would be my distinct pleasure to assist you in addressing & resolving any identified issues contrributing to disturbance of your emotional balance. Please contact me at your earliest convenience; I look forward to meeting and working with you!

How can therapists in Florida support you?

Therapists in Florida 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 Florida, and one out of five Americans has a mental health condition. Searching for licensed professionals in Florida 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 BetterHelp does not offer diagnostic or medication management services.

Why are many residents in the state of Florida working 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 in Florida, BetterHelp can match you with a licensed professional tailored to your preferences noted when you sign up.

Mental health counselors in Florida support clients with varying issues, which can include:

  • 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

If you are experiencing a crisis or emergency, don't use this site's online services. 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 commonly asked questions can be found 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.

How do I know if I should get a therapist?

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 in Florida can allow clients seeking therapy to experience professional help through video, phone, or live chat sessions without commuting to an office.

Does insurance cover 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 safe?

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.

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