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.

Connie Branham
Phew! You made it! That first step of asking for help can be a tough one! I congratulate you on your courage. Many people never take that step and suffer needlessly. What's causing you pain right now? Panic attacks? Depression? Fear? I understand. When stress gets too high, it has to show up somewhere and often these are the ways it shows up. If you've been struggling to just get through your day, you know the pain of NOT doing something about it. It's likely affecting your confidence, your relationships, your work or school. It doesn't have to be that way! It's possible to live a life without constant fear and fatigue. I specialize in working with women with anxiety, depression and low self esteem. Anxiety can be a general sense of uneasiness all the way to having obsessions and compulsions to full blown panic attacks. The fear that overwhelms you with anxiety feels very dangerous, but it's not. It's really your mind and body trying to cope with life from a very primitive level--fight or flight. But it makes you exhausted, unable to concentrate, isolated, and can even land you in the emergency room with what feels very much like a heart attack. How would your life be different if anxiety was no longer scaring you? Depression can be mild (everyday feeling low, having little motivation) to moderate (skipping work because you just can't get going in the morning, canceling events because nothing sounds like fun anymore) to severe (thoughts of ending your own life because life has lost all joy and you can't get out of bed, nor do you want to). If your depression is severe, you need counseling in a safe setting, maybe a hospital, or several times a week in a counselor's office. But if you fit mild to moderate, this may be a good place for you to get help. I have been helping women cope with depression for more than 30 years and I would be honored to help you. Please don't give up! You can have a great life! I challenge you to imagine a life free from depression... Maybe you're just trying to sort out some big life situations, like making decisions about your relationships or coping with the empty nest issue. Maybe your grown kids are causing you some pain. I have three grown kids with kids of their own. I get it. I can help. If you've grown up in a home that hasn't taught you how incredible you are, or you've been through some challenging relationships in which you've been emotionally beaten down, you may be suffering with low self-esteem. This is a very real issue, and not at all uncommon in women. I watch women every day in my practice gain strength and courage and confidence. They begin challenging those lies they've been fed and start spending time with people who support them and lift them up. It's an amazing transformation! This could be YOU! Oh, and for reassurance, I am a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a private practice in Orlando, Florida. I graduated from University of Central Florida with both my undergraduate psychology degree and my master's degree in Counselor Education. I started practicing counseling in the early 1980s and have loved it ever since then :-) My reward is your healing! As a strong Christian, I have many online clients whom I get to help seek God's wisdom as the main basis for their healing. I'm a leader in my church; I am a volunteer and facilitate a small group. If you're wanting your counseling to line up with God's word, I can help! Don't suffer any longer. Give this a try. I look forward to hearing from you. Connie

Holly Ellison
Are you frustrated, feeling overwhelmed, or unsatisfied with your life? I'd like to applaud you for taking the first step to improve your life: finding a therapist. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor for the state of Florida and a nationally credentialed Board Certified Art Therapist, I am committed to therapeutically assisting you generate solutions to enhance your life using unique and modern evidence-based practices. I have over ten years of experience working with children and adults through individual and group sessions providing counseling in community-based as well as hospital settings. In the community I have provided in-school as well as in-home services; and in acute hospital settings I have provided both inpatient as well as outpatient psychiatric services. I believe incorporating the healing properties of mindfulness, yoga, and expressive art therapies is a natural progression for individuals interested in achieving a healthy mind, body, and soul; but also recognize some clients may prefer more traditional methods. While taking a holistic approach, I provide therapeutic services maintaining a positive and solution-focused outlook. I have experience assisting clients decrease symptoms and establish coping skills related to anxiety, communication, depression, impulse control, problem solving, self-esteem, substance abuse, and trauma; to name a few. I look forward to assisting you along your journey to wellness.

Amie Thomas
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been a professional Social Worker for the past 20 + years. I have experience working as a psychotherapist with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, life changes/phase of life, trauma, and couples/ family dynamics to mention a few. My counseling style is warm, interactive and empathetic. It is important to treat others with dignity and respect on the journey of psychotherapy. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psycho-dynamic and rational-emotive counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I look forward to getting to know your personal life story and supporting you along the way of this journey of life. I will meet you where you are in your process and support with healthy next steps towards goal attainment. I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you very soon.

Deidre McLeod
I am a mental health therapist licensed in Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina and Georgia with 20 years of experience. I work with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, trauma, and ADHD. I specialize in trauma informed therapy and have helped many people who have experienced trauma, abuse or sexual assault. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic and trauma informed therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I believe that as individuals we are holistic beings with physical, mental and spiritual needs. We will encompass all of these dynamics in our sessions together to ensure your holistic healing and wellbeing. 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. I look forward to working with you!

Pamela Quiroz
Hi, I am Pamela, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about working with others to overcome any challenges, fears, or difficult times they may be facing. I have been working in the mental health field for five years. I have a Bachelors degree in Psychology and a Masters degree in Social Work. I am a licensed clinician in the state of Florida. I practice therapy in both inpatient hospitals and outpatient facilities. I have primarily worked with children, teenagers, and young adults, but also have experience working with older populations. I am here to offer you a supportive, individualized, and judgement-free environment focused on your health and healing within various aspects of your life. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I utilize a strengths-based, culturally competent, and solution-focused treatment modality that incorporates a multi-system, trauma informed, and wellness approach towards health and healing. I will tailor our 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 every step of the way. I look forward to working with you!

Lilybel Gomez
Hello! My Name is Lilybel Gomez! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Florida with over 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with managing and coping with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger management, trauma, personality disorders, depression, among many other areas. I believe in a collaborative patient-therapist relationship to develop a treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I also believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and providing a safe and supportive environment to allow you to comfortably share your experiences. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started and choosing me as your therapist.

Alicia Cherrybon
I am licensed in Florida with 12 years of postgraduate clinical experience. I have worked with varied populations helping clients with presenting problems including self-esteem, family issues, stress, anxiety, addiction, relationships, trauma, depression, other chronic mental health diagnoses, career issues and more. I started my career before I’d graduated college, working at a crisis hotline. I went on to work with individuals struggling with severe and persistent mental illnesses in community mental health both before and after graduate school. Once licensed in 2015, I was able to expand the reach of my practice, working with more children, families, couples and individuals, who either had a mental health diagnosis, or a specific situational concern. I took some time away from practicing after that to be a stay at home mom and focus on my own healing and learning. I've learned so much since becoming a mom, that I now feel that’s my best qualification- the journey of healing and growth that I’ve personally taken. It has made me a better therapist, and fostered in me a new motivation to help others reconnect with their inner resources and purpose. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be processed with a sense of safety and acceptance. 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 and empower you in that journey.

Paul Dempsey
I am licensed in Florida with 24 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, anger management, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. 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.

Moli McFarland
My name is Moli and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida. I have experience helping individuals overcome mental health challenges related to anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and trauma. With a strength-based approach, I help empower my clients to discover and utilize their inherent strengths to help navigate life's difficulties. My therapeutic approach is rooted in humanistic principles, emphasizing the importance of self-compassion and intentional self-care. I help create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Additionally, I tailor my therapeutic interventions to meet the specific needs and goals of each client. I often use techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy. I believe that fostering a strong therapeutic alliance is essential for healing, and I enjoy working collaboratively with my clients to help them build resilience, enhance self-awareness, and develop a positive self-image. I understand that beginning therapy can be daunting, and I'm here to help my client's feel supported each step of the way!

Haley Cohee
I am licensed in Ohio with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & 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. 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.
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:
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:1-800-273-TALK (8255)
- Crisis Text Line:Text HOME to 741741
- Veterans Crisis Line<:Call 1-800-273-8255 (and press 1) or text 838255. For support for the deaf and hard of hearing community, please use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 1-800-273-8255.
- Trevor Lifeline(LGBTQ Lifeline): (866)488-7386
- SAMHSA National Helpline: (Substance Use): (800)662-4357
- National Eating Disorder Association Helpline:1-800-931-2237 (M-Th: 9 AM-9 PM EST, Fri 9 AM - 5 PM EST
- Child Help Hotline Call 1-800-422-4453 or use the online chat feature
- National Anti-Hazing Hotline: 1-888-NOT-HAZE (1-888-668-4293)
- Physician Crisis Support Line: Call 1-888-409-0141 if you are a first responder or medical provider experiencing crises related to Covid-1
- Sexual Assault Hotline: Call RAINN at 1-800-656-4673
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.
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