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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candice silebi

Offering therapy in Florida
License: LMHC
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesDepression
3 years of experience

Hello, My name is Candice Silebi. I currently live in South Florida, but I was born and raised in Barranquilla, Colombia. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with more than 25 years experience. I work in outpatient settings doing individual counseling. I will provide a safe, non judgmental and open minded space to ventilate your problems and concerns while providing and learning the necessary coping mechanisms to deal with them. I provide a laid back atmosphere in which empathy and comfort are very important to develop a healthy therapeutic relationship. Utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, I strive to support, encourage, educate my clients. Together we'll work to help strengthen awareness, communication, increase personal growth, improve problem solving, self-confidence and coping skills among others. We will also Identify strengths and goals. Nevertheless, I can also utilize different therapeutic techniques depending on the needs of each client. You are welcome to message me anytime through Better Help. I usually check messages twice a day, seven days per week. I offer messaging, live chat and phone sessions with limited availability in the evenings . I look forward to working with you!

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Beatrice Lafleur

Offering therapy in Florida
License: LCSW
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression
12 years of experience

Hello! My name is Beatrice and Congratulations on taking the first step towards improving your emotional well-being. I look forward to helping you navigate and effectively manage your mood and stress. I received my master’s degree from Barry University and am a licensed clinical social worker in Florida, Washington, and Oregon. My experience over the past 16 years have been in the mental health field and worked 5 years at a Florida State Hospital. This was an inpatient setting to help others that may need more intensive and long term support in stabilizing their mental health. For the past 9 years I have changed course to work with people in the community in their work to improve their well-being. I use a solution focused therapy technique to help everyone work on their goals in life. I have also experience in person centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and dialectical behavioral therapy. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and EMDR trained. I strive to respond to messages within 24 business hours. I understand that finding a therapist that you are able to connect with can be stressful within itself. However, I look forward to hearing from you and answering any questions. In whatever you choose, just remember to not give up on yourself and the process. I look forward to helping you mindfully live.

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Robin Behar

Offering therapy in Florida
License: MS, LMHC
Relationship issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
33 years of experience

Hi, my name is Robin Behar and I have been a licensed Psychotherapist in Florida for over 25 years. I have a private practice where I provide individual and couples therapy to all age groups. I also provide supervision to upcoming mental health counselors. My therapy also includes working with horses and dogs for clients who can benefit from that type of therapeutic experience. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns and a wide range of socio economic backyards, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, grief and loss and ADHD. I also work with clients who are looking for life coaching and counsel people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in working with you as a team at your pace treating you with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, art therapy, and life coaching. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

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Krystyna Manso

Offering therapy in Florida
License: LMHC
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseDepression
6 years of experience

Hello, my name is Krystyna and I have been working in the clinical counseling/therapy field for over 6 (six) years now. I specialize in trauma therapy, motivational interviewing, addiction, and mood disorders. I am a very open minded, non-judgmental, and believe my clients are strong, powerful beings who need help getting unstuck and moving forward with their lives. I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of South Florida with a major in psychology, then completed my Masters degree at Carlos Albizu University with a major in mental health counseling. I am here to help you reach your goals and live your best life!

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Carol Elder

Offering therapy in Florida
License: LMFT
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
5 years of experience

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Florida. I specialize in working with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, low self esteem and career struggles, as well as those struggling to overcome addictions. I believe the most important part of working with an individual is to develop a strong therapeutic relationship with mutual respect as I work with my clients. I am always curious and seek first to know my client and understand why he or she is looking for help with a problem. I initially started my career working with employees in a corporate setting with a MS in Industrial psychology. I developed a passion for helping individuals make positive changes in their lives and went back to school to become a licensed MFT. As my client I will help you develop goals for change and then to implement a plan to make positive changes in your life. I use a variety of tools such as Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Solution Focused therapy and Narrative therapy. I am a believer in the tenants of positive psychology as a means to help you make positive changes in your life. I greatly look forward to meeting and working with you as a client. Together we can do the work and make positive changes in your life.

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Dr. Joida Francis

Offering therapy in Florida
License: PhD; ThD; BCD.
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsGriefDepression
20 years of experience

A BRIEF BIOGRAPHY: I am a Licensed Behavioral Health Practitioner with over 18+ years of experience, treating patients / clients who have a variety of social, emotional, psychological, psychiatric with overlapping legal and medical concerns. My experience also covers a wide spectrum of treatment settings: In-Home Therapy; Outpatient Treatment; In-Patient Psychiatric Treatment; Partial Hospitalization; Long Term Care Facilities; Christian Counseling & Development Settings; Addiction Treatment Facilities and the Telemedicine System. SPECIALTIES: Christian Counseling Mood Disorders Some Psychotic Disorders Addictions Cluster B Personality Disorders: NPD & BPD Dual Diagnosis (psychological /psychiatric and Medical Forensic Clinical Social work CREDENTIALS: EDUCATION B.Sc. (Hons) Sociology & Law M.S.W. Clinical Social Work Th.D / PhD Biblical Systematic Theology / . M.H. Counseling & Psychotherapy LICENSES & CERTIFICATION LCSW: #3530 BCD: # 29465 Medicare # : Z5870Z NPI : 1700909611 Not Accepting New Patients / Clients.

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Lara Joynes-Whidden

Offering therapy in Florida
License: LCSW,CEAP
AddictionsFamily conflictsAnger managementBipolar disorderDepression
3 years of experience

I am a licensed social worker and certified employee assistance professional. I have worked in outpatient and inpatient settings as well as in employee assistance. I work with mood disorders, employment problems, family issues and substance abuse. I believe that therapy is a partnership and that we can work together to get from where you are to where you want to be

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Andrew Newhouse

Offering therapy in Florida
License: MS,LMFT
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsParenting issuesAnger managementDepression
13 years of experience

I am a marriage and family therapist who is licensed to practice in the beautiful states of Hawaii, Florida, and South Carolina. For the last 13 years, I have been working with clients from incredibly varied backgrounds dealing with a wide range of concerns. My most frequent work has been with people struggling with substance use issues, anxiety, trauma, depression, grief, and interpersonal and family relationship concerns. When I was 17, my mother passed away and I struggled with the grief and life-changes that followed. I sought the help of a marriage and family therapist and it was through her compassion and wisdom that I was able to navigate this difficult time. This therapist inspired me to want to help others in the way I had been helped and so I began my extensive studies in the world of marriage and family therapy. Over the last 20 years, I have learned and drawn from such modalities as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Structural Family Therapy. Just as my family had to encourage me to seek treatment after the death of my mother, I want to encourage you to reach out to someone who can help you with whatever you are struggling with. If that person is me, I would be honored to listen to your concerns and work with you to achieve a positive outcome.

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Alicia Gard

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

Welcome! I am a mental health counselor, licensed in Florida and have been providing psychotherapy services for 7 years. I have worked with people who are experiencing many different issues, which have all led them to seek assistance with changing their mindset, their responses, and their overall mental health. This includes issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, low self esteem, and impulsivity. Additional issues in which I have specific training and certification are unresolved grief and loss, substance abuse and addiction, and trauma. My therapy approach is based on getting to know each client as an individual; I don't believe in "cookie cutter" approaches to therapy and as we work together, I will build a treatment plan suited to your individual needs. I use a combination of therapy styles including narrative, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), psycho-dynamic, and dialectical-behavioral ( DBT). My therapy style is compassionate and empathetic, and I believe in treating others with respect and understanding. When life gets out of balance, we all respond differently, and often need help. It takes courage to reach out and take the first step to change. That is where the therapeutic relationship starts and I am ready to listen and support you. I look forward to working with you! ​ ​

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Thamousca (Thamy) Junis-Florian

Offering therapy in Florida
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesDepression
8 years of experience

Hi, My name is Thamousca, but I commonly go by Thamy. I am a mental health therapist licensed in the State of Florida. I have extensive experience working with teenage girls (as a former Educator, mentor, & family therapist) working on improving self-esteem, parental conflicts, and anger management. I work to assist adult women to develop greater self-awareness while learning how to manage daily stressors, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & parenting issues. I am a strong believer that anyone has the ability to transform their lives (when they are ready to) and change their perception or outlook about the present/future. I am here to assist you on this journey called life and provide you with the necessary tools/strategies to get you to a happier and proudest version of YOU! You are the author, the director, and therefore, the expert of your life story. I am here to guide and assist you to discover your many talents and strengths so that you may overcome the barriers and obstacles in your way. Nothing is impossible. There's no coincidence that you are here. I commend you for taking the first step to transforming your life and to begin re-writing your story. Looking forward to meeting you on the platform! Thamy P.S. Feel free to check out my website: https://healingmoi.com/

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Mary Pirant

Offering therapy in Florida
Addictions
15 years of experience

I am licensed in Florida with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I am a strong believer that nothing happens until you start the process. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process of identifying your "why," I believe when seeking answers you must be ready to do the work associated with desired change.

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John Weimann

Offering therapy in Florida
Family conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemADHD
29 years of experience

I am licensed in Florida with 29 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, teen issues, parenting issues, anger management, & 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

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Francesca Thomas

Offering therapy in Florida
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesParenting issuesAnger management
11 years of experience

I am licensed in Florida with more than 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, anger management, domestic violence, criminal justice issues, relationship issues, & parenting issues. 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!

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Cathleen Menda

Offering therapy in Florida
Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepressionCompassion fatigue
12 years of experience

I am licensed in Florida with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & 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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Natalie Lupianez Merly

Offering therapy in Florida
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
7 years of experience

My name is Dr. Lupianez Merly and I'm a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. I completed my internship at Jackson Memorial Hospital/ University of Miami and my post-doctoral training at the Miami Veterans Affairs. I want to support you on your journey to improved emotional well-being. I work with individuals from youth to advanced age who face both medical and psychological difficulties. My therapy style primarily focuses on using cognitive-behavioral interventions to treat various disorders and conditions. I strive to create a safe space in which you can express as authentic as you can be. 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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