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Top therapists in Fort Myers, FL accepting new patients

Find mental health support in Fort Myers across neighborhoods like Downtown, Cape Coral, and Lehigh Acres. Headway connects you with 8,944 licensed providers offering flexible in-person and virtual sessions. Many clients save up to 75% with insurance coverage, with some paying as little as $0 per session.

Maylin Gonzalez

Maylin Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Miami, FL


“I offer a calm, supportive space where you can slow down, make sense of what you're feeling, and reconnect with yourself—without judgment or pressure to "have it all figured out."”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nancy Thurston

Nancy Thurston

Therapist

Virtual • Royal Palm Beach, FL


“I AM A GOOD LISTENER, KIND AND EMPATHIC. I HAVE A MASTER'S DEGREE IN SOCIAL WORK AND HAVE WORKED IN MANY SETTINGS FROM INPATIENT TO PARTIAL HOSPITAL AND OUTPATIENT FOR THE LAST 25 YEARS.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Renee Fox

Renee Fox

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Business background prior to becoming a counselor. Masters in Mental HealthCounseling, Married many years, Christian .Experience with families, military, couples, teens to mature seniors,

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Renete Washington

Renete Washington

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Refined Beginnings Counseling takes the focus off of issues and highlights solutions. Refined Beginnings Counseling LLC supports an environment that is least restrictive, provides for confidentiality, and convenience by offering tele-mental health services in Florida and both tele-mental health and office visits to clients in Georgia.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Diane Miller-Mandell

Diane Miller-Mandell

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Welcome to an opportunity to create the life you envision. For over 20 years, I have had the honor of assisting in providing tools for strengthening self esteem and creating strategies to cope with life transitions, self esteem, work and life balance, stress, increasing communication in your key relationships . We partner in a results oriented ,relaxed and warm environment Clients comment on how effectively this approach works and how quickly they find solutions. Empathy and Solutions are the Key!


Short term results in a compassionate setting: STOP THE EMOTIONAL HANGOVER! Start Living fully! Women's life transition support, Codependency and Self Esteem Improvement, Life coaching, Stress reduction techniques for your tool box and solutions for a grateful life!


In a positive, empowering setting, change occurs. Client testimonials: "I like your proactivity, providing ideas and resources, "I've had therapists but none that have given me the tools you have" "I wish I'd come sooner. In a few sessions, I have direction. Thank you for partnering with me. I invite you to contact me for moving your life forward.

Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction, Women's issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
David Ellis

David Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I have worked for over 30 years in the mental health field. My professional experience includes working with adults, couples, families, and armed services members.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Joycy Lacombe

Joycy Lacombe

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am a Certified Trauma Specialist, specializing in guiding clients towards healing from symptoms of PTSD and PTS...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jennifer Reyes

Jennifer Reyes

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to create a supportive and nonjudgmental space where you can feel safe exploring your experiences, developing insight, and building strategies for meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Mirna Carozza Contreras

Mirna Carozza Contreras

Therapist

Virtual • Miami, FL


“I have supported people facing difficulties and feelings of loneliness related to migration and grief.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Blanca Estrada

Blanca Estrada

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to help my clients find a path to growth and healing. I focus on interventions that guide clients to feel calm, safe and internally connected, which can help them tolerate the unbearable emotions they have been carrying inside and...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Linda Milewski

Linda Milewski

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I have helped stabilize many clients suffering from crisis, addiction, trauma, mood disorders and stress responses to various types of trauma.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Muchmore

Andrea Muchmore

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“She is known for creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel understood while also being gently challenged to make meaningful, sustainable changes.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alissa Brooks

Alissa Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel comfortable exploring their thoughts, emotions, and experiences.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD
Energetic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Elizabeth Ciaravino

Dr. Elizabeth Ciaravino

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


“My patients will typically feel more able to be mindful of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Juan Valenzuela

Juan Valenzuela

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am passionate about supporting and encouraging my brothers and sisters as they seek to navigate the difficulties of life and develop resilience that can lead to personal healing and spiritual growth.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jean Frank

Jean Frank

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I integrate modalities to facilitate a collaborative space to help you get unstuck, break repetitive patterns and overcome your struggles towards a more fulfilling life.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amie Berry

Amie Berry

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My style is warm, interactive, and empathetic. I treat each person with dignity and respect, and I tailor therapy to you rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Angela Alcover

Angela Alcover

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I bring a compassionate, approachable style to my work. With a solid professional background and continued training, I focus on providing individualized support tailored to each client’s goals. I specialize in areas that allow me to help clients build clarity, confidence, and meaningful progress in their lives.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Stephanie Betancourt

Stephanie Betancourt

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“As a Latinx therapist, Stephanie is committed to cultural competency, racial and sexual equity, and challenging oppression.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Alma Castaneda

Dr. Alma Castaneda

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I blend evidence-based strategies with genuine, so you not only learn practical coping skills, but also begin to feel more grounded, capable, and hopeful about your future.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Zachary Kudman

Zachary Kudman

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I hold an M.S. in Counseling from the University of Vermont, a Vermont LCMHC license and a Florida telehealth registration. I have been meeting with clients for individual therapy for over four years. The people I work with come to therapy with a range of concerns — including anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationships, and the experience of feeling 'stuck' without quite knowing why. I view the therapeutic relationship as central to the work.

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tyra Rios

Tyra Rios

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My therapeutic style is client-centered, focused on fostering positive outcomes through evidence-based and innovative treatment strategies.”
Anger management, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karja Cope

Karja Cope

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“You will find that my therapeutic approach varies based on what is needed during our sessions, and may be inclusive of cognitive behavioral, solution-focused and person centered therapeutic strategies.”
ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Vivianna Meneses

Vivianna Meneses

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I also specialize in working with woman who have experience divorce and are discovering who they are now.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Domonique Jackson

Domonique Jackson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Orange Park, FL


Hello, I’m Domonique Jackson, LCSW. I have a solo private practice, Full Connections Counseling LLC, in Orange Park, FL. I received my Master’s in Social Work from Florida State University in 2016. I’m currently a licensed social worker in Florida, Georgia, Virginia and South Carolina. I published my first book in 2024 about the positive potential connection between nerd culture and mental health. When I’m not volunteering with the local gaming community, I enjoy playing board games and video games, doing puzzles, gardening and watching anime.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sarah Matthews

Sarah Matthews

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I am invested in you finding a life worth living. My goal as a therapist is to help clients grow and reach their goals. To allow challenges to help them grow and understand their resilience. My areas of speciality include eating disorders, body image, anxiety, depression, and trauma. My goal is to facilitate clients to live a life that is consistent with each clients’ values, needs and priorities.

Eating disorders
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kayla Caine

Kayla Caine

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I incorporate an integrative and holistic view for therapy and focus on the mind and body connection in therapy.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, PTSD
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Claudia Juarez

Claudia Juarez

Therapist

Virtual • Miami, FL


“My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and goal-oriented. I meet clients where they are and guide them toward greater insight, self-compassion, and lasting change.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Adriana Lopez

Adriana Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I strive to challenge you when you need it in a welcoming safe space and also to simply listen to you on the days that you need to be heard.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rocio Guerrero

Rocio Guerrero

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal as your potential therapist is to assist you achieve your therapeutic goals as challenging as they may seem.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Claritza Bunten

Claritza Bunten

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“With 15 years of experience, my expertise is in helping individuals build resilience by addressing and transforming ineffective behaviors, habits, and beliefs.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Stanley Zamor

Stanley Zamor

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to help you reconnect with your sense of worth, rebuild confidence, and create healthier patterns that reflect the life you want to live.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Heather Parker

Heather Parker

Therapist

Virtual • Jacksonville, FL


“I love to learn and understand the people I meet with and assist them with creating a plan of care specific to their needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Brenda Velez

Brenda Velez

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I create a safe, supportive space where children and teens feel heard while also working closely with parents to provide practical tools.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Irene Weiker

Irene Weiker

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Carolina Martinez

Carolina Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach to counseling has been to assist clients who take that all important first step into counseling, embrace their individual journeys and explore their own personal strengths in order to effect the changes they desire in their lives.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. David Lustig

Dr. David Lustig

Psychologist

Virtual • Pembroke Pines, FL


“I work with a remarkably wide range of age groups, but children and teenagers are my specialty— I can build rapport with even the most challenging of kids.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Creative, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Melissa Benzaquen

Melissa Benzaquen

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach to therapy is warm, supportive, and empowering. I help clients break unhealthy patterns, rebuild self-worth, and move from emotional overwhelm to greater confidence, clarity, and emotional strength.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Megan Hunt

Megan Hunt

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“With a deep background in treating eating disorders, anxiety, and life transitions, my approach emphasizes genuine compassion, respect, and customized care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Stress management
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Dye

Patricia Dye

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is warm, trauma informed, and grounded in the belief that safety and connection are the foundation to healing.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Fort Myers, FL

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Fort Myers, FL
There are over 41 therapists in Fort Myers, FL accepting new patients.
41+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 90%Family issues
  • 88%Stress management
  • 88%Depression
  • 83%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 68%Cigna
  • 56%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 51%Ascension
  • 49%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 22%Spanish
  • 2%Arabic
  • 2%French
  • 2%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 98%In-person or online
  • 2%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 88%Woman
  • 12%Man
License types
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  • 41%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 32%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 22%Licensed Psychologist
  • 2%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 29%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 20%Child or adolescent therapy

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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Fort Myers

Finding the right therapist in Fort Myers starts with getting clear on the type of support you're looking for. Therapists, counselors, psychologists, and psychiatrists each bring different training and credentials. If you're looking for talk therapy to address anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, or life transitions, a licensed therapist or counselor (such as an LMHC, LCSW, or LMFT) is a common starting point. If you may need medication management, a psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner can help.

With 8944 licensed providers practicing across Fort Myers and surrounding areas like Cape Coral, Bonita Springs, and Estero, narrowing your options can take time. Consider what matters most to you — whether that's a provider who specializes in a specific concern, someone who offers virtual sessions, or a therapist whose approach and background resonate with you. Reading a provider's bio before booking can help you feel more confident about the fit.

Therapy in Fort Myers can be expensive without insurance, but affordable options exist when you use in-network coverage. On Headway, you can enter your insurance information to see estimated session costs before you book. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, and many people pay as low as $0 per visit. If keeping costs down is a priority, starting with your in-network options is one of the most straightforward ways to do it.

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