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Top therapists in Lakeland, FL accepting new patients

Find mental health support in Lakeland, Florida across neighborhoods like Downtown, Southgate, and Kathleen. Headway connects you with 8,897 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person sessions. Many patients save up to 75% on care through insurance, with some paying as little as $0 per session.

Dr. Andrea Kenney

Dr. Andrea Kenney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Riverview, FL


“My style is warm, empathetic, and collaborative—we'll work together as partners to better understand your experiences, build on your strengths, and move toward meaningful change.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shelizbet Aguirre

Shelizbet Aguirre

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Brandon, FL


“I see myself as your co-pilot, providing a safe space for learning and practicing new skills and increasing your belief in yourself as you find your own way.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brian Ellis

Brian Ellis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Brandon, FL


I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Recovery Peer Specialist and an Army combat veteran. I have extensive experience working with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and substance abuse. My therapeutic philosophy includes an integrative approach and strongly believe in using a “mission-focused mindset” to help veterans and first responders overcome challenges associated with a variety of mental health issues.

Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues, PTSD
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Margaret Deuerlein

Margaret Deuerlein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Brandon, FL


Margaret Deuerlein, LMHC, is an experienced and skilled Licensed Psychotherapist. She specializes in Trauma, Anxiety and Panic Disorders, Social Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Mood Dysregulation, Low Self-esteem, Grief, Narcissistic, Borderline, Avoidant Personality, Co-dependency, Interpersonal Relationships, Communication, and Couple’s Therapy. She is EMDR-Certified and trained in Shema Therapy, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, EFT, and the Gottman Method, among others. Healing, coping, achieving your life goals, and taking more control of your life are her focus. She offers in-person and virtual sessions. Bilingual services are available.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Stephanie Kelly

Stephanie Kelly

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Brandon, FL


Stephanie believes that everyone is deserving of a safe place to work through life’s difficulties so she strives to create a warm, welcoming environment that promotes one’s highest potential. Stephanie has walked alongside many young adults, mature adults, and couples through difficult periods of life, transitions, and choices. Stephanie understands that no single approach is the right one for every individual so is trained in a range of modalities.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sandra Gilley

Sandra Gilley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Brandon, FL


“I specialize in many treatment modalities including CBT, solution focused, Mindfulness and EMDR Therapies.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alisa Davis

Alisa Davis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Brandon, FL


Hi! I'm Alisa. I have always valued the importance of community and I truly believe no one is meant to get through life and the challenges that come with it, alone.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mutinta Tembo

Mutinta Tembo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Wesley Chapel, FL


“She advocates, educates and utilizes the best and latest research, experience and intuition to select best interventions in order to achieve optimal clinical outcomes.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Leighann Avery

Leighann Avery

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Valrico, FL


“I specialize in treating clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral problems and adjustment disorders.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marie Fahringer

Marie Fahringer

Therapist

In-person • 23 mi away • Brandon, FL


“I have several approaches that I use to help clients depending on what one may be dealing with at the time.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Mary Escudie

Dr. Mary Escudie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Tampa, FL


“I offer a relaxed environment with a professional, kind listener who is skilled in empowering them during challenging times.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Amanda Alleyne

Amanda Alleyne

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Tampa, FL


“My goal is for each client to know they have a safe environment to share how they are feeling and work on learning techniques to reach their maximum Potential.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Joel Laatsch

Dr. Joel Laatsch

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Brandon, FL


“A main takeaway from our sessions is a sense of empowerment! We'll work together to equip you with practical tools and strategies...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Brittney Rogers

Brittney Rogers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Tampa, FL


“Clients can expect to have a plan at the end of a session that will ensure their arrival to a better and healthier mental state.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kanilina Clerge

Kanilina Clerge

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Tampa, FL


“We understand your mental health journey is unique to you and treatment should be tailored to meet those unique needs.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Bea Hilbrands

Bea Hilbrands

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Brandon, FL


I earned my MA in Counseling from the University of South Florida. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC. I have been working with children, teens and young adults for 25 years. Everyone needs a safe space to refresh and become the healthiest version of themselves. My areas of expertise include helping clients who are experiencing issues with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, behavioral concerns, relationships and life transitions.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jill Nichols

Jill Nichols

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Clermont, FL


I believe that healthy relationships are one of the most important parts of emotional well-being. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I help individuals and couples strengthen communication, navigate conflict, process life transitions, and build deeper, healthier connections with themselves and others.

My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. I strive to create a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow. I understand that reaching out for therapy can feel overwhelming, and I work to make the process feel comfortable, approachable, and meaningful from the very beginning.

I have experience supporting clients with relationship challenges, anxiety, stress, emotional overwhelm, communication difficulties, self-esteem concerns, and personal growth. I work with adults, couples, and individuals who are looking to better understand themselves, improve their relationships, and create lasting positive change.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Charita Cheever

Charita Cheever

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Tampa, FL


“With goal setting, clients are provided a chance to become active participants in their therapy process, which promotes increased confidence and ways to measure progress.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nancy Van Aman

Nancy Van Aman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Riverview, FL


“I pride myself in providing interactive, compassionate care. We will work together to develop positive strategies in working through your areas of concern.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Patricia Behn-Wright

Patricia Behn-Wright

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Brandon, FL


“In our sessions, you'll experience warmth, spontaneity, and creativity. I'm upbeat, humorous, and deeply empathetic.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Curtis Mavor

Curtis Mavor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Lutz, FL


“Clients can expect a unique therapeutic experience. The goals of session are to create solutions to the presenting problem.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jennifer Sloan

Jennifer Sloan

Therapist

In-person • 25 mi away • Tampa, FL


“I strive to work collaboratively with parents to help them understand their child's behavior and teach their child how to manage those behaviors.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Trauma
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christie Pickett

Christie Pickett

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Tampa, FL


“I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Karina Oquendo Cuevas

Karina Oquendo Cuevas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Wesley Chapel, FL


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered in your mental health journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Krista White

Krista White

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Riverview, FL


“I recognize the undeniable connection between mind and body. As a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of experience...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Bianca Crudup

Dr. Bianca Crudup

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Tampa, FL


“With a background in health psychology and rehabilitation psychology, I enjoy helping individuals work through challenges associated with chronic illness, weight loss/obesity, disability, anxiety, depression, and more.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Alex Kawliche

Alex Kawliche

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lutz, FL


“I bring diverse experiences from private practice and 10 years in substance abuse treatment, specializing in anxiety, depression, addiction, and life transitions.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Miriandra De Jesus Rivera

Dr. Miriandra De Jesus Rivera

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Riverview, FL


I am Dr. De Jesus Rivera, medical director at Self Improvement Psychiatry. We specialize in top notch, personalized, psychiatric services through telemedicine. I do a in depth evaluation without you feeling rushed. Together, we come up with a treatment plan that you feel comfortable with. We also have a HIPAA compliant texting system for easy communication and timely responses should any problems arise in between appointments.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Page

Jonathan Page

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Riverview, FL


“I believe that healing flourishes in a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard and valued.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Maureen Ziji Drake

Maureen Ziji Drake

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tampa, FL


Explore the difference of in-person therapy in an uplifted, spa-like environment in St. Pete & Hyde Park.

Originally from New York, I hold a masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a BA in Neuroscience. I worked at the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies for thirteen years alongside world-class health and wellness experts, which brings depth to my work as a psychotherapist. I studied Buddhism and have practiced yoga and meditation for over 20 years. Clients describe me calm, warm and resourceful. Client testimonials can be found on my website.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Verla Barrow

Verla Barrow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tampa, FL


“I provide a warm, supportive, and collaborative therapeutic environment where clients feel safe to explore difficult thoughts and emotions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Erum Ahmed

Erum Ahmed

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Wesley Chapel, FL


“Erum's approach is direct and empowering. She knows how to challenge the way you think and helps you see other perspectives.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Megan Williams

Megan Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Land O' Lakes, FL


“I believe therapy should be a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sukaina Nicophene

Sukaina Nicophene

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Tampa, FL


“My goal is to create a welcoming, supportive environment where you feel heard, respected, and comfortable discussing what brings you to treatment.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Sleep disorder, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Mary Lopusnak

Mary Lopusnak

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Marianna, FL


“I am a caring & compassionate therapist who works well with individuals overwhelmed, experiencing life changes, transitions and transformations.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joel Asencio

Joel Asencio

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Tampa, FL


“My role is to help you understand those patterns, process what's behind them, and start to shift them in a way that works.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Katrina Kilburn

Katrina Kilburn

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Dade City, FL


“I understand how it feels to be lost, overwhelmed, or unsure of the next step, and my passion is helping people find hope and clarity when life feels heavy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Joel Asencio

Joel Asencio

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Tampa, FL


“I lead with empathy, curiosity, and respect. I use EMDR and a trauma-informed lens to help clients process deeper wounds...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Men's issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Gilberto Fernandez

Gilberto Fernandez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Dade City, FL


“I am more solution focused as I find most people after discovering what the issue is do not understand how fix it.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Laura Jones-Mccoy

Laura Jones-Mccoy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Tampa, FL


“Clients should expect to take away a sense of peace and comfort knowing that their voice has been heard.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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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 Lakeland

Finding the right therapist in Lakeland starts with getting clear on the type of support you need. Providers in the area offer care for a range of concerns — including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and more. Whether you're looking for individual therapy, couples counseling, or a psychiatrist for medication management, Lakeland has licensed professionals across these specialties.

As you compare providers, consider what matters most: their area of focus, whether they offer virtual or in-person sessions, and how their approach aligns with your preferences. Reading a provider's bio can give you a sense of their style and what to expect before you reach out.

Therapy in Lakeland can be expensive without insurance, but affordable options exist when you use in-network coverage. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs before you book. Your out-of-pocket expense may be as low as $0 per session, depending on your location and exact insurance coverage. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, making it easier to find a provider who fits your needs and your budget.

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