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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 9,896 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.

Nilda Perez

Nilda Perez

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Through EMDR, I help process and reframe traumatic memories, reducing their emotional weight and easing anxiety and depression.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rebecca Curtis

Rebecca Curtis

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


“In our work, I use whatever techniques my client and I feel will be most helpful for their specific concerns.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 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 16 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rosy Ramirez

Rosy Ramirez

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I'm known for creating a calm, empathetic space where you can lower your defenses and feel truly supported.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hope Fitzgerald

Hope Fitzgerald

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am committed to helping clients navigate life changes, build self-esteem, foster a healthier relationship with themselves, and develop tools for resilience.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
William McLemore

William McLemore

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I noticed that many veterans were more able to open up and process the traumas they had experienced with another veteran than with a non-veteran.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Angela Brinson

Dr. Angela Brinson

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • North Miami, FL


“My training is highly specialized in evaluating ADHD, learning problems, autism, giftedness, emotional and behavioral problems.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Derek Kee-Haynes

Derek Kee-Haynes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Gulfport, FL


“I am a Master-level Certified Addiction Professional and trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), offering evidence-informed approaches to trauma resolution and emotional healing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Eulices Montiel-Fernandez

Eulices Montiel-Fernandez

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I take a person centered and solution focused approach when working with individuals to help them understand the circumstances they are in and empower them to make the necessary changes in their lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Mackenzie Halley

Mackenzie Halley

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to provide a warm, non-judgemental, and safe space to for you to share your story, obtain emotional support, and enhance self-awareness.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Antoniette Ratliff

Antoniette Ratliff

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is strengths-based, trauma-informed, and collaborative. I strive to create a supportive environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to grow.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lucy Whitelocke

Lucy Whitelocke

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Hi, I am a Florida Licensed psychotherapist that has provided mental health services for 23 years. A master's in Marriage and Family therapy was obtained at Nova University in Florida. My target population is adults who are experiencing diverse challenges. All sessions are delivered virtually

Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Holly Drouin

Holly Drouin

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is grounded, direct, and compassionate. I don't believe in rushing the process or offering surface-level solutions.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Zizhuo Yin

Zizhuo Yin

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My clinical approach offer culturally attuned and trauma-informed care where we don't just manage symptoms; we honor your survival.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Latasha Green-Boyd

Latasha Green-Boyd

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Central Florida. I specialize in the assessment and treatment of serious mental illness. I have experience working within the conceptual framework of the recovery model in addition to experience working with individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, and educational backgrounds.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Qushia Richardson

Qushia Richardson

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Clients often describe me as supportive, easy to talk to, and someone who truly listens without judgment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brittini Carter

Brittini Carter

Therapist

Virtual • Winter Garden, FL


“I believe healing happens when we look at the whole person—not just symptoms, but emotional, mental, physical, and personal experiences that shape daily life.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. John Fleming

Dr. John Fleming

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


I am a licensed clinical psychologist who provides a sophisticated intellectual partnership for adults who feel internally chaotic despite external high-performance. My approach is designed for the intellectually curious—the high-achiever navigating "fraud" syndrome, complex trauma, or intense emotional volatility. I offer a high-fidelity space where we move beyond standard therapeutic scripts to name the underlying patterns you have been living in but could not quite see.

Anxiety, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Physical health issues, PTSD
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Shamella Joy

Shamella Joy

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I have navigated my own journey through trauma, extreme stress and motherhood, and I understand firsthand how transformative and disorienting seasons of life can be.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Kendric

Amy Kendric

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I take very seriously the enormous strength that takes and I work very hard to ensure that you feel safe and heard as we begin the therapeutic relationship.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Colleen Walker

Colleen Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe that clients are the experts in their own lives, and I work alongside them to explore challenges, identify strengths, and support meaningful growth.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Yamila Autie Castro

Yamila Autie Castro

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to empower you with the tools and knowledge needed to feel more in control and confident in your mental health.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Briana Barbour

Briana Barbour

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My style is honest, gentle, and focused on helping you understand what's going on beneath the surface so you can breathe again and move forward with more clarity.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Debbi Brod

Debbi Brod

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


My practice utilizes a blend of compassionate care and practical life coaching, helping individuals and couples unearth their authentic selves, cultivate healthy relationships, and foster emotional intelligence. I focus on guiding clients toward personal growth, self-awareness, and creating a balanced, fulfilling life.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Michelle Roche

Michelle Roche

Therapist

Virtual • Cutler Bay, FL


Life can feel overwhelming, especially when you’ve been carrying painful experiences on your own. I specialize in helping individuals heal from trauma, including sexual trauma and PTSD, as well as women navigating self-esteem, relationships, anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. My approach is warm, genuine, and judgment-free, while still helping you challenge patterns that may be keeping you stuck, build practical coping skills, and feel more confident moving forward.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nanci David Flores

Nanci David Flores

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am a compassionate, caring and supportive individual that can assist families and children to reach their goals...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jannea Wolff

Jannea Wolff

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I too, have been in your shoes after experiencing a traumatic birth that changed my life, and now I am committed to helping other women reclaim their lives.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dara Maddox

Dara Maddox

Therapist

Virtual • Melbourne, FL


“My role is to help you access your gifts and talents, find solutions, challenge unhealthy thought patterns, interrogate the subconscious and live your most authentic life.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 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 4 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
Natalya Warner

Natalya Warner

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I specialize in empowering clients by blending creative yet practical interventions. One of my greatest joys is partnering with others to help them gain a deeper understanding of self and lead a more fulfilled life. It would be my privilege to join you in achieving your therapeutic goals.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Women's issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jenner Dean

Jenner Dean

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is warm, collaborative and practical. I believe therapy should feel like a safe space where you can be yourself while also gaining tools that help you in every day life.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jacquelyn Mills

Jacquelyn Mills

Therapist

Virtual • Jacksonville, FL


“If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, you're not alone, and you don't have to figure it out by yourself.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer Schmidt

Jennifer Schmidt

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Are you feeling stuck? Frustrated? Having a difficult time navigating changes in your life? I am here to help!

I have been in social work practice for over 12 years now. I have worked with various populations including those who are dealing with life stressors, in crisis, dealing with chronic illness, grief/loss, difficulty adjusting to life transitions, trauma and stress. I approach my clients with respect and with an open mind!

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dre Johnson

Dre Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe therapy is a partnership. If you invest in your wellbeing you will reap the rewards bountifully.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 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 12 insurance carriers
Beatriz Van Sky

Beatriz Van Sky

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I'm a bilingual Licensed Mental Health Counselor with more than 25 years of experience helping adults navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and life's most difficult seasons.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kelley Hershman

Kelley Hershman

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I meet you where you are — authentically, compassionately, and without judgment. My style is warm yet challenging, open yet honest, always in service of your needs and wellbeing.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Challenging, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Megan Kriebel

Megan Kriebel

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My role is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brandy Currie

Brandy Currie

Therapist

Virtual • Tavares, FL


“If I can be that one person, to listen empathically in a space in which you feel seen and heard, I've met the mark.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 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 38 therapists in Fort Myers, FL accepting new patients.
38+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 92%Stress management
  • 87%Relationship issues
  • 87%Trauma
  • 87%Depression
Insurances accepted
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  • 97%Aetna
  • 68%Cigna
  • 58%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 50%Ascension
  • 45%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 21%Spanish
  • 3%Arabic
  • 3%French
  • 3%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 97%In-person or online
  • 3%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 89%Woman
  • 11%Man
License types
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  • 42%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 29%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 26%Licensed Psychologist
  • 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 42%Family therapy
  • 32%Couples therapy
  • 21%Child or adolescent therapy

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Searching for therapists in Fort Myers starts with finding someone whose experience matches what you want help with. Fort Myers therapists may support people living with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, or major life changes. As you compare options, look for a therapist whose listed specialties, therapy style, and background align with your needs. Their bio can help you understand how they work, what kinds of concerns they often support, and what you can expect in a first session.

In a smaller city like Fort Myers, local in-person availability may vary by neighborhood and schedule. Expanding your search to include virtual sessions can give you more options while still letting you work with a therapist licensed in Florida. You can also narrow your search by appointment times, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, therapy approach, and whether a free phone consultation is available. Reading profiles before you book can help you compare communication style, areas of focus, and session structure.

Therapy in Fort Myers can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand your expected out-of-pocket cost before you book. Headway helps you find therapists who match your preferences, accept a wide range of insurance plans, and offer in-person or virtual appointments. You can browse therapists, review bios, check estimated costs, and book directly when you’re ready.

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