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.

BetterHelp has joined with major insurance carriers in select states to provide in-network therapy coverage. Coverage may vary by plan, provider, and therapist availability. Insured members pay an average co-pay of around $19 per session. Average co-pay is based on current insured BetterHelp members. Explore insurance coverage in major Florida cities like Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa, Orlando, St. Petersburg, Port St. Lucie, Hialeah, Cape Coral, and Tallahassee.

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Melissa Nelson

Offering therapy in Florida
License: FL LMHC MH13396
Stress, AnxietyLGBTDepressionCoping with life changesADHD
12 years of experience

As a licensed therapist in Florida, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life experiences with compassion and expertise. My practice centers on creating affirming, inclusive spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals, young adults, and those exploring identity, relationships, and personal growth. I bring deep understanding to challenges around self-love, communication, social anxiety, mood fluctuations, and life transitions. My approach is holistic and person-centered, honoring each individual's unique journey and lived experiences. I'm particularly passionate about supporting clients through gender identity exploration, relationship dynamics, and personal empowerment. My therapeutic work draws from evidence-based practices, focusing on building resilience, developing healthy coping strategies, and supporting clients in discovering their authentic selves. I welcome individuals from all backgrounds and am committed to providing culturally responsive, affirming care that respects each person's individual path.

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Sus Austill

Offering therapy in Florida
License: FL LCSW SW11374
AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefADHD
37 years of experience

Your story honors me As you have a path that is unique to you. I offer to walk with you … To provide support over rough ground, To offer tools for repair or new directions Or just a chance to tell your story. I bring 40 years of sobriety, 39 years of parenting; 28 years of working with children, adolescent, adults and families in the areas of mental health, substance use disorders and crisis stabilization in settings including outpatient, residential and inpatient. Personally, I also benefitted greatly from six years of therapy as I believe a good therapist has a therapist. Thus, my style has become intuitive over time instead of using just one type of therapy. My virtual toolbox includes genograms, recovery based therapy, motivational interviewing, empathetic listening, gestalt therapy, cognitive-behaviorlal theory, narrative therapy, mindfulness and tai chi. Areas of speciality include PTSD/Moral Injury/Compassion Fatigue; Substance Use/Abuse/Dependency; ADHD; LGBTQ+; Depression; Anxiety, Childhood Trauma and Family Systems. I especially welcome people who may feel marginalized or isolated in this time of heightened stress as we are coping with a pandemic. I offer to walk with you to provide support over rough ground, to offer tools to ease your path forward or just a chance to rest and share your story in safety.

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Valerie Johnson-Cardoso

Offering therapy in Florida
License: FL LMHC MH5690
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesDepression
30 years of experience

I have worked as a mental health counselor for over 30 years. My locations of employment are Florida and Pennsylvania. I have worked in Residential Mental Health and Residential Substance Abuse. I was a school teacher for 16 years teaching students with learning differences, emotional issues, autism and developmentally delayed (adults, teens and children). While working as a a teacher I had a private practice in the evenings and weekends. I have knowledge in the area of Religious trauma syndrome and faith transitioning. In Pennsylvania. I worked in homes and day treatment facilities with children and adults. There were people of all ages during my private practice and working for agencies. There are different ways to address issues for each of us. What works for one may not work for another. Working as a team helps us all to deal with our issues to make our lives more peaceful and calm. There are many times we can make a few changes in our life to acquire these. Life is a journey. We have the opportunity to learn ways to cope with our lives. Change is a process on our journey. Many times we have control only of our actions and our response to these changes. Our critic can be our worst enemy and can be relentless in beating us up. Our critic was educated from childhood. My goal for my life for quite some time has been to disarm my critic and love myself. I am looking forward to working to build trust and make it safe environment for you to express your feelings without feeling judged.

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Sandra Rico

Offering therapy in Florida
License: FL LMHC MH10434
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issues
16 years of experience

As a licensed therapist in Florida, I bring 17 years of dedicated experience supporting individuals through complex life challenges. My practice centers on creating a compassionate, affirming space for clients navigating diverse personal experiences. I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ individuals, addressing relationship dynamics, family conflicts, and intimate personal growth. My therapeutic approach honors each person's unique journey, with expertise in areas including social anxiety, trauma recovery, life transitions, and multicultural concerns. I'm particularly passionate about supporting young adults, women, and individuals exploring identity, sexuality, and self-love. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I help clients develop meaningful communication skills, process challenging emotions, and build resilience. Whether you're confronting workplace stress, relationship complexities, or personal transformation, I'm committed to walking alongside you with empathy, respect, and professional guidance. I'm fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing me to provide culturally responsive care that meets you exactly where you are in your healing journey.

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Jennifer Marvin

Offering therapy in Florida
License: FL LMHC MH5186
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTAnger managementDepression
40 years of experience

I am licensed in Florida with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with addictions, lgbtq+ related issues, & anger management. 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. 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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Regina Cox

Offering therapy in Florida
License: FL LMHC MH13807
Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
30 years of experience

I am licensed in Florida with more than 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with depression, stress and anxiety, LGBTQIA-related issues, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. 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.

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Patsy Paulk

Offering therapy in Florida
License: FL LMHC MH21583
LGBTGriefSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes
20 years of experience

I am licensed in Florida with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with lgbt-related issues, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. 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. 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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Anthia Casanova

Offering therapy in Florida
License: FL LMHC MH11051
Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorder
16 years of experience

I am licensed in Florida with 16 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, LGBTQ-related issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story, and you have many strengths that will help with 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 your journey.

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Lillian Cunningham

Offering therapy in Florida
License: FL LMHC MH5388
Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
30 years of experience

If you're seeking therapy to overcome trauma, PTSD, and dissociative disorders, I'm here to help you. My approach involves identifying your goals and creating a customized plan tailored to your specific needs. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate environment where you feel heard and understood. I pride myself on my ability to connect with clients and use a variety of techniques such as CBT, mindfulness, psychoanalysis, Brainspotting, and Gestalt to address core issues. Together, we can work towards helping you create a happier, more fulfilling life. As a highly experienced professor of psychology and psychotherapist, I offer personalized and holistic psychotherapy services in Miami. With over 30 years of experience, I am committed to helping individuals achieve a sense of balance and well-being in their lives. As a therapist, my priority is to ensure that my clients feel safe, comfortable and heard during our sessions. I take pride in my ability to create a safe and non-judgmental environment that allows my clients to open up and share their thoughts, feelings and experiences. I believe that a strong therapeutic alliance is essential for successful therapy.

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Jesse Taylor

Offering therapy in Florida
License: FL LCSW SW9731
Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
17 years of experience

I am licensed in Florida with 17 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, lgbtq+ related issues, trauma and abuse, & 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. 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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Dr. Donna St. Hillier

Offering therapy in Florida
License: FL LMHC MH495
Stress, AnxietyLGBTGriefDepressionCoping with life changes
40 years of experience

I am a licensed PhD in Florida with 40 years of professional experience. Over these years, I have engaged in helping clients with stress and anxiety related issues and coping with grief, loss and depression. I especially enjoy working with folks my own age, commonly referred to as the "geriatric generations". I believe that you are the author of your own life story and that you have many strengths and life experiences that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. To participate in therapy can take courage and I look forward to meeting with you and your courage!

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Patricia Klocko

Offering therapy in Florida
License: FL LMHC MH24009
Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCoping with life changes
4 years of experience

I am licensed in Florida with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with lgbtq+ related issues, trauma and abuse, 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. 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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Wayne Brown

Offering therapy in Florida
License: NY LCSW 086074, FL LCSW SW8210
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger management
20 years of experience

I am licensed in Florida and New York with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with lgbtq+ related issues, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma, & abuse. I also have experience working with anger management. 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 also a specialized Trauma provider certified in Rapid Resolution Therapy ( currently an Associate Trainer with Institute of RRT ) , and Accelerator Resolution Therapy. I am here to support you in that process.

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Kimberly Plummer

Offering therapy in Florida
License: FL LMFT MT5344
Stress, AnxietyLGBTSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
4 years of experience

I believe healing happens when we feel safe enough to listen to ourselves with curiosity and compassion. My work is grounded, relational, and gently informed by spirituality, meaning-making, and inner wisdom. I specialize in Internal Family Systems (IFS), which helps clients understand and care for the different “parts” of themselves — especially the ones shaped by pain, protection, or survival. I’m LGBTQ+ affirming and enjoy working with clients exploring identity, relationships, burnout, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I aim to create a space that feels calm, respectful, and real — where you don’t have to perform or have it all figured out. Therapy with me is collaborative and paced to your needs. Together, we’ll work toward greater self-trust, clarity, and a deeper sense of alignment with who you are and what matters to you.

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 BetterHelp therapists in Florida does not offer diagnostic or medication management services in therapy.

Why do people choose to work with a licensed counselor or therapists?

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, working with:

  • Challenging situations or life stressors
  • Eating disorders requiring therapy
  • Anxiety disorders in need of therapeutic support
  • Depression or depressive mental health conditions
  • Adjustment issues in need of therapeutic support
  • Emotional support for a terminal illness
  • Chronic pain emotional support
  • Grief therapy
  • Personality disorders
  • Trauma therapy
  • Relationship conflicts and mental health concerns

Finding a therapist in Florida 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 therapy site. If you are in life-threatening danger, call 911. If you require support for a crisis, reach out to the therapy hotlines below:

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Some of the most commonly asked questions about therapy can be found in the section below.

How much does therapy with a licensed therapist cost?

Mental health professionals can differ in price. Forbes found that the average cost of in-person Florida therapy in the US is around $100 to $200 per hour. Pricing can also vary based on your location. 

BetterHelp offers payment plans of $70 to $100 per week. 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.

Is it possible to find a therapist, counselor, or psychology practitioner that offers affordable therapy?

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.

What can a psychologist help me with in therapy?

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 BetterHelp accept insurance?

Yes. BetterHelp has joined with major insurance carriers in select states to provide in-network therapy coverage. Coverage may vary by plan, provider, and therapist availability. Insured members pay an average co-pay of $19 per session. Average co-pay is based on current insured BetterHelp members. Explore insurance coverage in major cities like ArlingtonCorpus ChristiPlanoLubbockJacksonvilleMiamiTampaOrlandoSt. PetersburgPort St. LucieHialeahCape CoralTallahasse and Fort Lauderdale.

Are online therapy sessions 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.

In today's fast-paced society, mental well-being has become a cornerstone of a fulfilling life. Amid the daily challenges and stressors that can overwhelm even the most resilient individuals, seeking professional guidance often offers a path to clarity and balance. The journey toward improved emotional health involves understanding personal triggers, embracing self-compassion, and developing effective coping strategies. While self-help books and online resources provide valuable information, nothing compares to the personalized support offered by a qualified mental health professional. One-on-one sessions with experienced experts can help uncover the underlying issues contributing to anxiety, depression, or other emotional hurdles. With a careful and empathetic approach, these professionals tailor their advice to suit individual needs, ensuring that each person receives strategies that work best for their unique circumstances. Whether through cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, or other innovative methods, the aim is to foster resilience and empower individuals to take control of their inner lives. For those living in bustling urban centers, engaging in face-to-face sessions in a welcoming environment can be particularly beneficial. Access to a caring clinician provides not only a safe space to explore difficult emotions but also builds a support network essential for long-term recovery. The process encourages self-reflection and greater insight into behavioral patterns that might otherwise go unnoticed. While the journey can be challenging at times, the rewards include enhanced emotional stability, improved interpersonal relationships, and a renewed sense of self-worth. In one notable case, the guidance provided by a highly trained therapist proved instrumental in navigating a tumultuous period. Through structured sessions and tailored interventions, the individual learned to identify stressors and develop healthier responses to adversity. This experience underscored the transformative impact that dedicated support can have on one's overall quality of life. In a region like Texas, community-based initiatives and accessible mental health programs further reinforce the value of professional help. These efforts emphasize early intervention, preventive care, and continuous support, ensuring that more people are equipped to face life's inevitable challenges. Ultimately, investing in mental well-being is an act of self-care that yields lifelong benefits. By embracing professional support, individuals can unlock new levels of emotional resilience and discover pathways to a brighter, more balanced future. Each step taken toward healing represents a commitment to personal growth, enabling a life filled with renewed optimism and strength. Embracing this transformative journey consistently paves the way for deeper understanding, lasting peace, and meaningful personal progress.
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