From the town of Midway, there is a breathtaking view of the Timpanogos mountain range. Even though these mountains reach heights of over 11,000 feet, this impressive range is still grounded firmly to the earth. It’s so important to feel grounded in life, and to feel as though you have a sure footing beneath you.
But if mental health or emotional struggles affect your life, you can feel anything but grounded. Instead, you might feel lost, confused and pretty negative about life. Midway-area counselors know what you’re going through, and they are ready and available to listen to whatever’s on your mind, and to offer advice to make things better. Match with a licensed, confidential mental health professional today.
Melissa Nadler
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor who uses several therapeutic styles including cognitive/behavioral and reality therapies. My strengths include empathy, compassion, humor, and sensitivity to any issue that is brought to the "couch." My job is to help you help you and in doing so I am along for the ride and journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth. I work with a varied clientele covering many different issues and feel that my approach is both inviting and invigorating in terms of allowing clients the opportunity to find a healthy path that was designed especially by them for them. I have experience with many different clientele and therapeutic settings including private practice, community agency, legal system, and college counseling center. I have worked in the prison/court systems, private practice, and college counseling center, and feel that I have the perspective that is necessary and desired for a successful therapeutic relationship. I am involved in the Veterinary Community of Central Florida as a consultant, therapist, and wife of a local veterinarian. I have a Bachelor of Science majoring in psychology. I also have both a Masters and Specialist Degree in Education with a focus in Mental Health Counseling. All three of these degrees are from the University of Florida. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida and New Jersey.
Henry "Jay" Swedlaw
As a licensed therapist in Texas, Florida, California, Wyoming, New Mexico, New Hampshire, and Arizona with 10 years of experience on this platform, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on creating affirming, compassionate spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals, young adults, and those experiencing relationship challenges, anxiety, and personal growth obstacles. My therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in understanding each person's unique journey. I offer expertise in addressing depression, stress, social anxiety, workplace dynamics, and interpersonal communication. With a commitment to inclusive, non-judgmental care, I support clients exploring sexuality, gender identity, relationship structures, and personal empowerment. Drawing from two decades of clinical experience, I help individuals develop resilience, self-understanding, and meaningful strategies for emotional wellness. Whether you're confronting trauma, relationship transitions, or seeking deeper self-acceptance, I'm dedicated to walking alongside you with genuine empathy and professional guidance.
Lynda Nora Durand
Hi my name is Lynda Nora Durand and I go by Nora. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 8 years of experience in the state of Florida and New York. I am a Florida native who moved to New York a few years ago. I have a Master in Mental Health Counseling and a certificate in Child and Adolescent Studies. I have worked in child welfare as an advocate and counselor to youth in foster care from there I became a crisis counselor for Hurricane Sandy Victims, to then run a crisis respite center for individuals with what we call “severe mental illness” where we provided a peer environment in which individual’s experiencing psychosis but did not rise to the level of hospitalization could have a place to stay away from their triggering environment, and currently I work with victims of crimes. I shared so much detail as to my prior work experience because it speaks to the way I work with individuals. I believe in meeting every person where they are at and providing a compassionate non-judgmental space to process and explore their individual reality. My approach is a combination of Intentional Peer Support, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and Need Adaptive Treatment model. I do my best to be creative with the therapy I provide and tailor it to the individual that I am working with. I am so happy that you have taken this step to work on your emotional and mental health and look forward to the opportunity to be a support alongside you in this journey.
Melissa Ronan
As a licensed psychotherapist in Florida with over two decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on helping clients address challenges including depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, trauma recovery, and self-esteem development. I have extensive expertise working with diverse populations, including adults and couples, military veterans, first responders, and individuals processing significant life transitions such as divorce and other life adjustments. My approach is compassionate and tailored, drawing from evidence-based practices to support healing and personal growth. My clinical focus spans a wide range of sensitive areas, including posttraumatic stress, mood disorders, alcohol and substance use recovery, and healing from abuse. I am committed to creating a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their experiences and develop meaningful strategies for emotional wellness. Through collaborative and personalized therapeutic work, I aim to empower individuals to understand their strengths, process challenging experiences, and cultivate resilience. My goal is to walk alongside you as you navigate your unique journey toward healing and self-discovery.
Opree Joyner
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Florida with over 10 years of experience working as a psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with a board range of concerns including: anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, family dynamic distresses, poor communication styles, and emotional abuse. I am proud of my dedicated career utilizing compassionate skills that achieve meaningful behavioral outcomes assisting individuals, groups, and families specializing on co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. My counseling style is empathetic, client-centered, humanistic, and solution-focused. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, without stigmatizing labels. I’ve work successfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds with a variety of challenges ranging from depression, anxiety, addictions, PTSD, trauma, grief and loss, co-dependency, major life transitions and attachment disorders. I recognize the courage it takes to seek professional help and the difficulty with making meaningful change. I have dedicated my professional life with helping anyone who may be ready to use counseling for next steps to begin living a more fulfilling and self-empowered life. I appreciate and admire the strength and courage necessary to reach out and seek counseling. It remains my honored to work with individuals negotiating life challenges by providing compassionate and empowering integrative psychotherapeutic interventions for recovering individuals and their families tailored to best fit their needs. My goal is to help you discover or rediscover your untapped potential. I look forward to working with you.
Cassandra Mitchell
As a child and adult therapist for nearly ten years, I have worked with clients with a wide range of backgrounds and concerns, including trauma, depression, anxiety, conflict resolution, parenting issues, ADHD, autism, substance abuse issues, and coping with grief and stress. I am passionate about Mental Health and wellness, and my mission is to help each client become healthier and more balanced. I want each client to feel accepted, respected, and understood. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, solution-focus, and client-centered. I have recently begun to incorporate relational-cultural and mindfulness techniques into my practice for a more inclusive and holistic approach. I am willing to tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage and resilience to embark on the journey to a happier life. I am here to empower and support you as you continue on this path. I will meet you where you are and do my best to guide you into the person you want to be. I look forward to working with you!
Ebony McCray-Holmes
As a licensed therapist in Florida, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life transitions, relationship dynamics, and personal growth. My practice centers on empowering clients to develop deeper self-understanding, heal from past experiences, and cultivate meaningful connections. With extensive experience in trauma-informed care, I help clients address challenges related to self-esteem, family dynamics, workplace stress, and young adult transitions. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, focusing on communication skills, emotional resilience, and personal empowerment. I am particularly passionate about supporting women through transformative life stages, helping individuals overcome feelings of isolation, shame, and abandonment. By creating a safe, affirming space, I guide clients toward self-love, purpose, and healing from past wounds. My therapeutic work honors each person's unique journey, recognizing the strength and wisdom inherent in every individual's story. Together, we'll explore your experiences, build coping strategies, and create pathways toward meaningful, sustainable personal growth.
Andrea Baker
I am licensed as a Mental Health Counselor in Florida with 24 years of counseling children and adults. I started my career working with children in therapeutic foster care, teaching kids and parents positive life skills and parenting skills. Over the past 20 years, I have worked in a hospital setting, supporting individuals experiencing acute medical crisis. I have experience in helping clients manage symptoms of anxiety and depression, teaching positive coping strategies, reinforcing effective communication, strengthening self confidence, processing grief and loss, exploring career goals and developing action plans necessary to improved well being. I am passionate about supporting women during the perinatal period who are adjusting to life as a new mom, feeling stressed and overwhelmed, and/or are experiencing postpartum depression. I have significant experience providing supportive counseling for those experiencing medical crisis and navigating their health journey. 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.
Ruth Cook
I am licensed in Florida with 29 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & coping with life changes. I also have experience working with compassion fatigue. 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Susan McMillian
With 20 years in law enforcement and a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, I specialize in helping first responders and military personnel manage trauma, anxiety, and addiction. My approach is compassionate, practical, and built on real-world experience you can trust.
LaDreamer Harrison
I am licensed in Texas with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma, abuse, coping with grief, & coping with loss. I also have experience working with 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.
Josefina Fletcher
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida with 24 years of professional experience. I specialize in supporting clients through stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief and loss, parenting challenges, and life transitions. I am certified in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, have extensive experience working with individuals and couples navigating fertility challenges, and am an active member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM). My approach is grounded in compassion, empathy, and collaboration. I strive to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored openly. I believe that taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and meaningful life requires courage, and I am committed to walking alongside you on that journey—offering guidance, understanding, and practical tools to help you move forward.
Kristie Pressler
Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all approach. Something brought you here, and that takes courage. You deserve to work with someone who takes your courage and your life challenges seriously. I’m Kristie, a licensed professional, MSW LISW-S, who specializes in working with adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, substance use, relationship challenges, life transitions, and self-exploration. My warm, compassionate approach will be tailored to what you need as I adapt and blend therapeutic modalities including CBT, DBt, narrative therapy, MI, acceptance, and mindfulness-based strategies to help you identify and transform unhelpful thought patterns, build present-moment awareness, and uncover old behaviors interfering in your current life. I believe the most important factor in therapy is the relationship between therapist and client and have spent 17 years empowering my clients to feel confident in their ability to navigate life with calm clarity and to develop self-compassion that allows genuine growth. The right support changes everything. If you are ready to take the next step towards regaining control and a more fulfilling life, contact me now. LGBTQ+ affirming.
Lauren Pernell
Lauren is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, in Panama City Florida. Lauren has 6 years of experience which includes counseling children, adolescents, and adults in both group and individual settings. She has provided group counseling to adults struggling with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Lauren has also provided group and individual counseling to individuals experiencing challenges with ADHD, career changes and family conflict. She has used multiple treatment modalities to include Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Trauma Focused-CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
*BetterHelp insurance availability, coverage, and cost may vary by state, plan, provider network, therapist availability, and deductible status.
Find a therapist near you in Midway, Florida
Finding a therapist near you in Midway, 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 Midway.
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 Midway, Florida
Ready to begin? BetterHelp can match you with a licensed therapist serving Midway and the surrounding FL area. When you are ready to take the next step, get started.