In life, the storms life throws at you can come at you fast. Just when you're dealing with an improvement, depression, anxiety, or another situation can blow you down. It can be a challenge for you to pick up the pieces. There is hope, and that hope comes in the form of a counselor based in DeLand. 

DeLand has had its own fair share of trials, including a tornado outbreak. When life blows you down, you have to learn how to pick up the pieces and brave the storm. A counselor can help you with this. Speak to one today and learn more.

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Psychologist Jessica Conti providing different types of therapy in DeLand

Jessica Conti

Clinician
License Type(s): FL LMHC MH11964
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseEating disordersSelf esteemDepression
17 years offering treatment

Jessica Joan Conti, is a licensed mental health counselor with the state of Florida, a 200 hr trained/certified yoga instructor, and a level II Reiki Practitioner; working to change the world, one individual at a time. I have approx 2 decades of experience working in the field of mental health and have been described as "fiercely passionate". I consider myself to be a healer of the mind, body, and spirit, tapping in to my own personal experiences and training to be of service to others, to invoke positive change. I have experienced tragedy and trauma in my own life, which has brought me to my own personal peace and happiness.

Psychologist Nancy Arnovits providing different types of therapy in DeLand

Nancy Arnovits

Clinician
License Type(s): FL LCSW SW1568
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefDepressionCompassion fatigue
32 years offering treatment

I have been a practicing social worker for more than 30 years . Much of this experience has been working in a large public teaching hospital in Miami, Florida. The scope of service that the hospital provides is quite comprehensive which afforded me opportunities to work with a very diverse population . i have counseled patients and their families dealing with a variety of illnesses, both physical and mental health, survivors of sexual assault, and also providing counseling to patients in a correctional setting. I like challenging situations. My style of counseling is very eclectic, depends on the client and their unique set of problems. This can range from client centered, solution oriented or cognitive behavioral as many people are coming to therapy to learn new ways of thinking and alternative coping strategies. given some of the events of the past year, many people are experiencing additional stressors, particularly the LGBTQ community and am very interested in providing services to this population. I am looking forward to learning along with you.

Psychologist Dr. Harry Henshaw providing different types of therapy in DeLand

Dr. Harry Henshaw

Clinician
License Type(s): FL LMHC MH2191
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
40 years offering treatment

I am a licensed mental health counselor and psychotherapist with over 40 years of experience in providing counseling, therapy, psychotherapy and treatment services for substance abuse, drug addiction, alcohol addiction and mental health issues like anxiety, depression, stress, emotional trauma and low self-esteem. I have worked in inpatient hospitals, residential treatment programs and outpatient counseling centers in both the mental health and substance abuse fields in Illinois, Massachusetts and Florida. I earned my doctoral degree from Boston University in Human Development and Counseling and have been a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) and psychotherapist in the State of Florida for over 36 years. I am is also a certified Clinical Supervisor in the State of Florida.

Psychologist Dr. Oren Hernández providing different types of therapy in DeLand

Dr. Oren Hernández

Clinician
License Type(s): FL LMHC MH1567, FL LMFT MT1385
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issues
30 years offering treatment

As a licensed therapist with three decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex life challenges. My practice centers on helping clients navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and interpersonal dynamics with compassionate, culturally responsive care. I bring a depth of understanding to diverse experiences, including issues related to aging, workplace challenges, relationship transitions, and multicultural concerns. My approach is holistic and person-centered, focusing on empowering clients to develop self-love, improve communication, and overcome barriers to personal growth. With expertise in addressing a wide range of emotional and psychological experiences, I create a supportive environment where individuals can explore their unique journeys. Whether you're dealing with life transitions, healing from past experiences, or seeking greater self-understanding, I'm committed to walking alongside you with empathy and professional guidance.

Psychologist Shari Hull providing different types of therapy in DeLand

Shari Hull

Clinician
License Type(s): FL LCSW sw26243
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesAnger managementDepressionCoping with life changes
16 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Florida with 16 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, & despression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. 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!

Psychologist Michael Northsea providing different types of therapy in DeLand

Michael Northsea

Clinician
License Type(s): FL LMHC MH10241
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepression
20 years offering treatment

Hello, my name is Michael. I have been a License Mental Health Counselor in Florida since 2009 and have been in the mental health field since 2006. I have worked with a wide range of clientele from individuals with several and chronic mental illness to suicidal adolescents to inmates facing life sentences. I wanted to tell you a little story about myself. In 2015, I was diagnosed with Testicular Cancer and treated it with chemotherapy. In 2017, I was diagnosed with Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia which I learned was a side effect of this initial chemotherapy. I spent a month in the hospital, only growing worse and nearly meeting my demise. I knew I needed a new approach. I began my journey into naturalistic healing with food, herbs, and life-style changes. I was able to heal myself. This experience changed my life and way I counsel. I now believe that the use of food, herbs, and lifestyle changes help your mood, mind, everything! So, I have been thinking a lot about my counseling style. To be honest, I really don’t have one in particular. I use a collective approach. I use a little CBT, DBT, Motivational Interview, Person First, and even Emotion Code. However, I don’t believe just talk therapy makes someone 'happy'. It is a holistic approach. I encourage clients to mediate, exercise, eat whole food. I have recently been doing a lot of research on medication resistance depression and the negative affects of antidepressants and other psychotropic medications. Am interested in helping clients through psychotropic withdrawal.

Psychologist Candace Tompkins providing different types of therapy in DeLand

Candace Tompkins

Clinician
License Type(s): FL LMHC MH15298
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemDepressionCompassion fatigue
15 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Florida with over 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I use a holistic approach to therapy and believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog 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.

Psychologist Francis Lopez providing different types of therapy in DeLand

Francis Lopez

Clinician
License Type(s): FL LMHC MH22566
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
4 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Florida with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Michael Schwing providing different types of therapy in DeLand

Michael Schwing

Clinician
License Type(s): FL LCSW SW9379
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyDepression
20 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Florida with 22 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & 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!

Psychologist Dr. Damaris Davila Negron providing different types of therapy in DeLand

Dr. Damaris Davila Negron

Clinician
License Type(s): FL Psychologist PY11404
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefSelf esteemDepression
21 years offering treatment

I am a fully bilingual in English and Spanish licensed in Florida with 21 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, & 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Lavonte Cummings providing different types of therapy in DeLand

Lavonte Cummings

Clinician
License Type(s): FL LMHC MH16807
Mental Wellness Specialties: GriefSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changes
11 years offering treatment

As a licensed therapist in Florida, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life transitions, emotional challenges, and personal growth. My professional background centers on addressing depression, grief, self-esteem concerns, and career difficulties with compassionate, culturally responsive care. My therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in understanding the unique experiences of individuals, particularly those from marginalized communities. I bring a nuanced perspective to supporting clients through significant life changes, financial stress, women's health challenges, and profound emotional journeys. Drawing from over a decade of clinical experience, I create a supportive, affirming space where clients can explore their emotions, develop resilience, and cultivate meaningful strategies for healing. My work is guided by a commitment to honoring each person's individual story and supporting their path toward emotional wellness. I am dedicated to providing empathetic, strength-based counseling that recognizes the complexity of human experience and supports clients in discovering their inherent capacity for growth and transformation.

Psychologist Melvyn Heyes providing different types of therapy in DeLand

Melvyn Heyes

Clinician
License Type(s): MD LCSW-C 16373, FL LCSW SW18190
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseCareer difficultiesDepression
16 years offering treatment

I specialize in treating anxiety and stress in ‘normal’ people like yourself. My clients appear stable and successful, but quickly express they’re struggling - overwhelmed with frustration - even sadness. They tell me life seems persistently harder than a while ago, stuck in seemingly inescapable patterns with difficult problems. Then, more issues: job dissatisfaction, marital communication (even divorce) or parental challenges – a ‘Polycrisis’. Clients want to be heard and validated; I’ll listen. We’ll work together in a positive direction to restore order, enjoyment in life and self-confidence with a strong sense of satisfaction. My practical approaches focus on designing and implementing paths forward for specific definable problems, as well as your generalized angst. We’ll not just manage symptoms – we’ll also break old patterns you've operated on (perhaps for years) because of past trauma or other experiences; we'll build new ways of thinking, behaving and responding. I engage carefully to what is happening and we will cooperate on a response. My non-judgmental approach balances the need to validate your experiences with the urgency to address and resolve your challenges. I will help you create the fulfilment you envision.

Psychologist Eustachian Carrier providing different types of therapy in DeLand

Eustachian Carrier

Clinician
License Type(s): FL LCSW SW26155
4 years offering treatment

Welcome. My name is Eustachian, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am a dedicated therapist committed to helping adolescents, adults, and their families navigate life's challenges in a supportive environment. My approach to therapy is centered on creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow. I can support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, behavioral conflict, stress, grief, life transitions, and other mental health struggles that may arise. I tend to focus on CBT, DBT techniques, and person-centered therapy with mindfulness. These assist clients in building insight, strengthening coping skills, and recognizing their personal strengths. The first session is usually geared towards getting to know you as a person, before any responsibilities. We will discuss openness to self-exploration and growth to reach those goals we set together. This will be a collaborative approach, so keep an open mind as we navigate through the session together.

Psychologist Jamie Farhat providing different types of therapy in DeLand

Jamie Farhat

Clinician
License Type(s): FL LMHC MH17353
Mental Wellness Specialties: LGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
10 years offering treatment

My passion has been in trauma work and I have spent my 10 years in the field with a focus on trauma-informed care. I have worked with people of all ages and genders and particularly enjoy helping clients build self-esteem, find new ways to think about issues, and build healthy boundaries in their lives. I love to use humor with my clients. Clients have frequently described me as being "chill" and “relatable.” Therapy can be hard work and I am able to be that safe, grounded presence in the room when everything else may feel chaotic. I do well with providing alternative perspectives or levity when life circumstances feel heavy.

*BetterHelp insurance availability, coverage, and cost may vary by state, plan, provider network, therapist availability, and deductible status.

Find a therapist near you in DeLand, Florida

Finding a therapist near you in DeLand, Florida starts with matching to a licensed professional who fits your needs, schedule, and goals. Florida is home to people with diverse mental health needs across urban, suburban, and rural communities, which can make it challenging to find care. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist through tailored matching, so you can begin care from home or wherever works for you. 

The network includes over 30,000 licensed therapists globally, and over 4 million people have used BetterHelp to find support through online therapy. During matching, 93% of user preferences are met, which helps you connect with a therapist suited to what you are looking for. Whether you are searching for help with anxiety, trauma, affordable or insurance covered therapy, weekend or flexible scheduling, or virtual sessions, you can find a therapist and get started when you are ready.

Why work with a licensed therapist near you?

Working with a licensed therapist near you gives you access to professional mental health support from someone trained to help you understand and manage what you are going through. A licensed therapist can offer evidence-based approaches, a steady space to talk, and guidance tailored to your situation. In Florida, online therapy can make that care more accessible, since sessions happen from home or wherever you are, without the need to travel to an office. This can help if your schedule is full, if travel is difficult, or if you simply prefer a more discreet setting. You can learn more about what a therapist does on the therapist role page.

Online therapy can be especially helpful for people living across Florida, where access to in-person mental health care may vary by location.

What concerns can therapists help with?

Therapists can help with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety and stress, depression, trauma and PTSD, self-esteem and identity, people-pleasing and fear of rejection, insomnia and racing thoughts, workplace stress and burnout, substance use, parenting and co-parenting stress, grief and loss, and relationship and family challenges. Therapists on BetterHelp may draw on approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), depending on your needs and goals. You can explore support for specific concerns on pages such as generalized anxiety disorder, major depressive disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, and eating disorders.

Please note that therapists on BetterHelp do not provide psychiatric medication management or formal diagnoses.

Online therapy vs. in-person therapy in Florida

Online therapy and in-person therapy both connect you with a licensed professional, and the main difference is how you meet. In Florida, online therapy through BetterHelp lets you have sessions by phone, video, or in-app messaging, so you can meet from home or on a schedule that fits your life. In-person therapy takes place at an office and may involve travel and set appointment windows. Online therapy may be more accessible for people with busy schedules, limited transportation, or a preference for a more discreet setting. Both formats can support meaningful progress, so the right choice often comes down to what fits your life.

Finding a therapist that accepts insurance in Florida

BetterHelp accepts insurance through many major insurance plans. Insurance availability and coverage may vary by state, plan, provider network, and therapist availability, and deductible status. Eligible members' average copay is $23 per session. 

You can check your in-network status on the BetterHelp site through the sign up flow. If you prefer to pay without insurance, BetterHelp subscriptions range from $70 to $100 per week, billed as an alternative way to access the same care, and you can use HSA and FSA funds toward the cost. For a full breakdown of how BetterHelp works with insurance plans, see BetterHelp insurance coverage.

How BetterHelp helps you find the right therapist in Florida

BetterHelp helps you find the right therapist in Florida through personalized matching that considers your needs, preferences, and goals. After you answer a few questions during the sign up flow, you can be matched with a licensed therapist from a network of over 30,000 professionals, and 93% of user preferences are met during matching. The search and location matching cover common near-me needs, including anxiety, trauma, affordable or sliding-scale support, weekend or flexible scheduling, and virtual sessions. If your first match is not the right fit, you can switch therapists at no extra cost. When you are ready, you can get started and begin the process.

Therapists near you in Florida

Below, you’ll find licensed therapists authorized to provide online therapy to adults across Florida, including residents in DeLand.

Each provider meets state licensing requirements and has experience supporting clients with a wide range of mental health concerns using evidence-based therapeutic approaches.

Please note: Therapists on BetterHelp in Florida do not provide psychiatric medication management or formal diagnoses.

Frequently asked questions about finding a therapist near me

How much does therapy cost near me?

Therapy costs near you can vary by provider, format, and payment method. With BetterHelp, subscriptions range from $70 to $100 per week, and you can use HSA and FSA funds toward the cost. BetterHelp also accepts insurance through many major insurance plans, and eligible members' average copay is $23 per session. Insurance availability and coverage may vary by state, plan, provider network, and therapist availability, and deductible status.

Does BetterHelp accept insurance?

Yes. BetterHelp accepts insurance through many major insurance plans. Insurance availability and coverage may vary by state, plan, provider network, and therapist availability. Eligible members' average copay is $23 per session. Check your in-network status on the BetterHelp site through the sign up flow. For a full breakdown of how BetterHelp works with insurance plans, see BetterHelp insurance coverage.

Is online therapy effective?

Online therapy can be an effective way to receive licensed mental health care for many common concerns. Research suggests that online therapy may support progress in ways comparable to in-person care for concerns such as anxiety and depression. On BetterHelp, you connect with a licensed therapist who can use evidence-based approaches such as CBT and DBT, and you can meet by phone, video, or in-app messaging.

Do I need a diagnosis to see a therapist?

No, you do not need a diagnosis to see a therapist. Many people begin therapy to work through stress, life changes, relationships, or personal growth without any diagnosis. Please note that therapists on BetterHelp do not provide psychiatric medication management or formal diagnoses. If you are looking for a starting point, personalized matching can connect you with a licensed therapist suited to your goals.

How quickly can I start therapy?

You can often start therapy within 24 to 48 hours of signing up with BetterHelp. After you answer a few questions during the sign up flow, personalized matching connects you with a licensed therapist, and you can schedule your first session once you are matched. This process is designed to help you begin care at your own pace, without a long wait.

Can I switch therapists if it’s not the right fit?

Yes. If you feel your therapist is not the right match, you can request to be matched with another licensed provider at no additional cost. You are able to do so through the BetterHelp user portal and select switch therapists if needed.

Is online therapy discreet?

Online therapy with BetterHelp offers a discreet setting where you can connect with a licensed therapist from the comfort of your home. Sessions take place by phone, video, or in-app messaging, so you can meet without going into an office. Your account and sessions are protected with strong safeguards, and you choose how and where you attend. This can make therapy feel more comfortable for people who prefer a discreet way to get support.

Find a Therapist in DeLand, Florida

Ready to begin? BetterHelp can match you with a licensed therapist serving DeLand and the surrounding FL area. When you are ready to take the next step, get started.

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