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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 9,122 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.

Thomas Kauffmann

Thomas Kauffmann

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


My name is Tom Kauffmann and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I was awarded a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Utah in 2015, where I attended classes on their campus in Salt Lake City. I also graduated from a one year licensed alcohol and drug counseling program (LADC) in 2013 at the same university prior to getting my Master's degree. I specialize in using cognitive behavioral techniques and strategies to help folks investigate how they think about things.

Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Daniel Mauer

Dr. Daniel Mauer

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


“I will be open minded, listen wholeheartedly, will be non-judgmental and will support you unconditionally.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ijeoma Mbionwu, Pmhnp

Dr. Ijeoma Mbionwu, Pmhnp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Orlando, FL


“My approach is collaborative, ensuring that each patient feels heard, respected, and actively involved in their treatment plan.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christine Kadin

Christine Kadin

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I have 26 years of clinical experience and my passion lies in empowering you to thrive and not just survive.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Creative, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Teresa Lomax

Teresa Lomax

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“Her treatment approach is rooted in collaboration, empowerment, and brief, solution focused therapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kathleen Lovanice

Kathleen Lovanice

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I focus on helping you find balance and confidence in your world so that you feel secure in your relationships and in control of your wellbeing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susan Butler

Susan Butler

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I do my best work with professional women who feel that they have to be perfect in everything, but can't live up to that standard, and anxiety takes over.”
Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
JoAnn Peterson

JoAnn Peterson

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I take a strengths-based, person-centered approach to treating youth, adults, and families, primarily utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christina Baker

Christina Baker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Crestview, FL


“I am passionate about helping individuals feel heard, understood, and empowered as they work toward meaningful and lasting change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Beth Kalenka

Beth Kalenka

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I earned both my Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work Degrees from Adelphi University in Garden City, New York. I am licensed in the state of New York. I am a dedicated professional with a passion for working with individuals, couples, and families.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shahenaz Jivani

Shahenaz Jivani

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Longwood, FL


“It might take a few appointments to make a full diagnosis. The next step is to work out a treatment plan in combination of therapies that suit your health needs, personal preferences, family situation and age.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Daniel Atkins

Daniel Atkins

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


“He works with trauma conditioning in all forms and offers a safe, compassionate space to explore your issues and uncover the roots of your distress.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Tequila Golden

Tequila Golden

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I specialize in depression, eating disorders, anxiety, weight management, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mary MacGregor

Mary MacGregor

Therapist

Virtual • Tampa, FL


“As a Registered Play Therapist, I use play-based, trauma-informed, and attachment-centered approaches to help children heal, grow, and build resilience.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julian Echeverry

Julian Echeverry

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am a compassionate and comprehensive psychotherapist who believes that healing begins in a space of empathy, understanding, and trust.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Elaine Maloney

Elaine Maloney

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel comfortable being themselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lauren Ohly

Lauren Ohly

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I strongly believe in the connection between mind and body and take a holistic, client-centered approach to treatment...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Daniela Ramos

Daniela Ramos

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing telehealth care for adults throughout Florida. With over 8 years of nursing experience, I offer supportive and personalized care for ADHD, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders, with bilingual services available in English and Spanish.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ileana Dominguez Baute

Ileana Dominguez Baute

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Palmetto Bay, FL


“I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with background experience as medical doctor from my home country, Cuba.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Victoria Toscano

Victoria Toscano

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My therapy style naturally evolved during two years of world travel, where I completed yoga teacher training in India and learned meditation at a Himalayan monastery.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Barbara Sosa Baladron

Barbara Sosa Baladron

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tampa, FL


“My goal is to help you explore the issues you struggle with, formulate attainable and realistic goals for you to achieve a steady and gradual recovery...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolyn Lewis

Carolyn Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I hope to guide clients down a path of empowerment, increased functioning in their daily life, and achievement towards their goals, whatever that looks like for them.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Carrie Cragun-Atchison

Dr. Carrie Cragun-Atchison

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Jacksonville, FL


I am a licensed psychologist with 20 years of experience providing therapy to adults. I specialize in helping people feel more confident in themselves and in their relationships.

People often work with me in times of change such as a break up or a new relationship, job stress, parenting, or a new stage in life. I also enjoy working with women experiencing perinatal issues and caregivers/care partners of loved ones with dementia or Alzheimer's Disease.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patrick Anderson

Patrick Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Empathy is the cornerstone of my approach. I believe that before someone can understand they must first feel understood.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sofia Miranda-Pasqualini

Sofia Miranda-Pasqualini

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Deerfield Beach, FL


“I believe mental health care is most effective when we look at the whole person rather than focusing solely on symptoms.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Thomas Corwell

Thomas Corwell

Therapist

Virtual • Deerfield Beach, FL


I have had a private practice for over 40 years. I have worked in residential and intensive outpatient as well as day treatment programs. Working with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depresion, work and relationship issues

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sondra Graham

Sondra Graham

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is warm, supportive, and practical. I help clients gain clarity, build coping skills, and feel more empowered in both their mental health and overall care.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Virginia Smith

Virginia Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I use positive psychology as a means for change. I focus on evidence based practices and therapeutic techniques...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Andrew Boyle

Andrew Boyle

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“This work is not about fixing you because you are not broken. Together, we will explore your past with the goal of transforming the impact those experiences have had on your life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Abey Hernandez Marin

Abey Hernandez Marin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


I’m a board‐certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing compassionate, evidence‐based care for adults. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and ADHD. I offer services in English and Spanish to support clients who feel most comfortable in either language. My style is warm, respectful, and culturally sensitive.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Robert Cushing

Robert Cushing

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“You will know you meet someone who understands what is going on; as well as, has the knowledge and understanding how to help.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Patricia Migliori-Farnes

Patricia Migliori-Farnes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Boca Raton, FL


“We work with adults as well as children 4-10 in our specialized playroom... We also love working with teens and young adults, assisting them with issues of identity and self worth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Hope Johnson

Hope Johnson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Palm Beach Gardens, FL


“I listen first to your concerns, workflows, and goals then translate rigorous research into practical, feasible solutions tailored to your setting.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Trisha Joseph

Trisha Joseph

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“A very detailed and comprehensive assessment because in psychiatry, a lot of conditions sound similar.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Alain Joubert

Alain Joubert

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“Clients are expected to receive a person-centered approach with a focus on attaining specific goals in therapy and medication management sessions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Mewhorter

Amanda Mewhorter

Therapist

Virtual • Jacksonville, FL


“My style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth. I want you to feel heard and understood, while also helping you identify patterns that may be keeping you stuck.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LuCresia Fields

LuCresia Fields

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“The experiences that shape us can become the tools that heal us, and repurposing life experience is central to how I work.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Challenging, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Cedrin Vera

Cedrin Vera

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) and bi-cultural Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida and Virginia. I have 19 years of therapy experience working in community based nonprofits, private practice and in the Federal Civil Service. I am dedicated to helping clients find effective ways to deal with stress, trauma, or difficult emotions. I am committed to helping my clients on their journey to becoming happier and healthier, as well as improving their interpersonal relationships and behavioral patterns.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ariana Orosz

Ariana Orosz

Therapist

Virtual • Winter Park, FL


“I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who works with children, teens, and parents who feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in survival mode.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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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 42 therapists in Fort Myers, FL accepting new patients.
42+
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
  • 69%Cigna
  • 57%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 52%Ascension
  • 50%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 21%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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  • 43%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 31%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 21%Licensed Psychologist
  • 2%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 31%Family therapy
  • 24%Couples therapy
  • 19%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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