Dr. Robert Nolan
I am a licensed mental health counselor in Florida, with over 30 years of experience working as a counselor, college professor, and consultant. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, lifestyle changes, personality disorders, Bipolar disorder and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical and emotional trauma, as well as substance abuse issues. My counseling style is considerate and personable. I believe in treating all people with compassion, respect, and sensitivity, and I believe that you know yourself best. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive counseling. I will tailor our relationship and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Many of us feel a lack of stability emotionally from time to time. To seek a more complete and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change needs to be encouraged and supported . If you are ready to make a change, I am here to support and empower you. I am sure this is something that we can do together and I look forward to working with you!
Kathleen Murphy
Hello my name is Kathleen, My therapeutic style is warm, focused, interactive and compassionate. My style includes the ability to be structural and direct. Having worked in this field for 20 years I have gained my therapy experience from a range of concerns and populations.I completed my master's degree in Counseling Psychology at Santa Clara University in California. Now I am a licensed mental health counselor in Florida. I will treat you as a unique individual and customize the therapy to meet your situation. I have enjoyed working in many different states from the East to West coast. This cultural experience makes my practice, one that is sensitive to many from a variety of cultural backgrounds and experiences. As your therapist my approach is multidimensional drawing from Cognitive Behavioral, Positive Psychology, and Solution Focused.It would be my privilege to work with you in a safe and nonjudgmental space as you process, through the challenges life is presenting you right now. Let's explore your goals together and I will assist you in finding the joy you deserve in life. You are welcome to message me anytime through Better Help. Specialties: Compassion Fatigue Couples Therapy Coping with Life Changes Depression Grief and Loss Self Esteem Stress and Anxiety
Nancy Wess
ABOUT ME Hello my name is Nancy Wess and I have enjoyed being a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida for the past 14 years. I have counselled individuals struggling with issues relating to self-esteem, relationships, stress, depression, anxiety, trauma and addiction. I have dealt with a diverse population and I believe that the client- therapist relationship is most important, and it is based on trust, honesty and respect. In my practice I have used CBT, Cognitive Trauma Therapy, Solution Based Therapy and Mindfulness; I believe that each individual seeking therapy can benefit from an eclectic mix of therapy styles. Also, I have a Fine Arts degree and believe that drawing and painting are an excellent means of therapy, as well as a useful communication tool. SPECIALTIES • Stress and anxiety • Trauma and abuse • Addiction • Coping with change • Shame and Guilt Also experienced in: Relationship issues, Anger management, Self-esteem, Depression, Codependency, LGBT, Attachment Issues, Assertiveness Training, Psychoeducation Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Trauma Therapy, Solutions Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Client Focused, Cognitive Processing Therapy Years of experience: 14 Licensing: MH 12584 (Expires 03/31/2023)
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.
Nancy Witter
As a licensed therapist in Florida, I bring over a decade of experience supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on helping clients work through challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. I specialize in addressing issues such as social anxiety, relationship difficulties, self-esteem, and personal growth. My therapeutic approach is compassionate and collaborative, designed to help you develop deeper self-understanding and build resilience. I'm particularly passionate about supporting individuals through experiences of isolation, shame, and personal transformation. Whether you're struggling with panic attacks, relationship challenges, or seeking to reconnect with your sense of purpose, I'm committed to walking alongside you with empathy and professional expertise. I believe each person's journey is unique, and I tailor my approach to meet your specific needs and goals. Together, we can explore your strengths, develop healthy coping strategies, and create meaningful pathways toward healing and personal empowerment.
Dr. Sarita Schapiro
Are you having trouble coping with everyday problems? Do you feel overwhelmed in trying to deal with a close personal relationship? Is your child or teen struggling or making poor choices, or are the challenges of parenting too much to handle? Are you going through a difficult life transition? Life situations can be stressful and can lead us to question our judgment and fill us with self-doubt. You try to address the issue, even with the support of family and friends, but this often does not lead to effective solutions. You may become depressed, frustrated, angry or anxious, or have difficulty managing your daily responsibilities. I am a Florida licensed Psychologist with over 30 years experience working in private practice and a variety of public settings, including clinics, hospitals, universities and correctional facilities. I served as expert witness in forensic cases involving trauma, head injury and custody. I am a bi-lingual (Spanish/English) therapist working with individuals, families and couples from different backgrounds. I develop a solution-focused dialogue to identify the problems that bring you in and re-frame them into realistic, workable goals. My aim is for you to leave each session feeling that you have learned a new way to approach your specific situation with strategies to try until our next appointment. My objective is to make every session productive. I combine cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive therapeutic approaches in therapy. My goal is to help you build resilience in dealing with life’s stresses. I focus on life skills coaching, parent guidance, problem solving, cognitive restructuring, and remediation using behavioral and practical strategies.
Sarah Cooper
As a licensed therapist in Florida, I bring over a decade of compassionate clinical experience supporting individuals through life's complex challenges. My practice centers on helping clients navigate a wide range of emotional experiences, including depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and personal growth. I specialize in addressing issues like social anxiety, workplace stress, trauma recovery, and interpersonal communication. My approach is deeply empathetic and tailored to each individual's unique journey. I'm particularly passionate about supporting women, young adults, and those experiencing significant life transitions. My therapeutic style integrates evidence-based practices with a holistic understanding of personal healing. I aim to create a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their experiences, develop resilience, and cultivate meaningful personal transformation. Whether you're struggling with self-esteem, relationship challenges, or seeking greater life purpose, I'm committed to walking alongside you with genuine care and professional expertise.
Christine Fuchs-Gosselin
I am licensed in Florida with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, 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. 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.
Rachelle Anderson
As a licensed therapist in Florida with extensive experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through life's complex challenges. My practice focuses on helping clients navigate stress, relationship dynamics, self-esteem, and significant life transitions. I bring a compassionate and comprehensive approach to addressing a wide range of emotional and psychological experiences. My therapeutic work centers on creating a supportive environment where individuals can explore personal growth, heal from past experiences, and develop stronger coping strategies. I have deep expertise in areas including anxiety management, communication challenges, social connections, and personal empowerment. I am committed to understanding each client's unique journey, offering personalized support that honors individual experiences across different life stages. Whether you're dealing with workplace stress, relationship concerns, or seeking greater self-understanding, I'm dedicated to walking alongside you with empathy and professional guidance.
Sandra Anderson
I am licensed in Florida with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, & 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Reginald Bruno
I am licensed in Florida. Virginia, Washington DC, Oregon, and New York with over 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping adult clients cope with and manage stress and anxiety, and a range of many other co-occurring disorders. I have helped clients coping with addictions, grief and loss, improving motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I have a good working and interactive experience with my clients to create an open and safe environment where their 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.
Dr. Hassiem Kambui
I have 24 years of work experience in school and community settings. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with depression among children, adolescents and adults. 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!
Marni Tartack
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Florida with experience supporting clients through grief, loss, depression, life transitions, and challenges with motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I also have extensive experience working with families who are caring for a loved one with a neurocognitive disorder, as well as the geriatric population and in case management settings. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, focused on creating a welcoming, judgment-free space where you can freely express your thoughts and emotions. I understand that beginning therapy takes courage, and I’m honored to support you on this journey. We’ll work together at a pace that feels comfortable for you as we build resilience, deepen understanding, and create meaningful change. I look forward to partnering with you in your therapeutic process.
Lisa Maulding Anthony
As a licensed therapist in Florida, I bring over two decades of compassionate mental health experience to my practice. My professional journey has been dedicated to supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes, with specialized expertise in clinical hypnotherapy, depression, anxiety, trauma recovery, grief counseling, and self-esteem development. I approach therapy as a collaborative partnership, creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their challenges, develop meaningful insights, and cultivate personal growth. My therapeutic style is rooted in empathy, respect, and a deep commitment to understanding each individual's unique experiences and strengths. Through evidence-based practices and a person-centered approach, I work alongside clients to help them build resilience, develop effective coping strategies, and move toward healing. I believe that every person has the inner resources to transform their life, and my role is to provide guidance, support, and professional insight throughout their journey.
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Find a therapist near you in West Pensacola, Florida
Finding a therapist near you in West Pensacola, 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 West Pensacola.
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 West Pensacola, Florida
Ready to begin? BetterHelp can match you with a licensed therapist serving West Pensacola and the surrounding FL area. When you are ready to take the next step, get started.