Find a therapist in Kissimmee, FL — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Kissimmee, FL accepting new patients
Connect with mental health providers in Kissimmee who understand your needs. With 9,129 licensed professionals across neighborhoods like Poinciana, Shady Lane, and beyond, Headway offers virtual and in-person therapy covered by insurance. Take the first step with a free consultation and find the right provider for your journey.
I believe we were made for wholeness, connection, and purpose but live in a world in which we often experience fragmentation, isolation, and futility.
I am passionate about taking this journey with you through those experiences towards a life of freedom and courage. After 12 years of working in a variety of cross-cultural settings with people of different ages and backgrounds, I integrates my experiences with my counseling training to walk with teens, adults, and couples in this process.
I specialize in working with couples that want a stronger relationship, kids hurting from divorce, angry teens, frustrated parents and individuals looking to find purpose in life. Also, for those whose work schedules may interfere with their availability, I do offer evenings and weekend sessions.
As a licensed therapist with over two decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through life's complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on empowering individuals, particularly those navigating midlife transitions, multicultural experiences, and healing from challenging personal histories.
My area of focus is with high-achieving adults and athletes who seek self-discovery, optimal performance and skillfully practicing the art of living well. Having grown up in a high achieving environment, becoming one myself and then raising my own high achievers. I have intimate knowledge of the highs and lows and the guilt and shame that follow. There is a way to have a "balanced" life. "You can't stop the waves, but you can learn to surf." - Jon Kabat-Zinn
Begin your healing journey with me and find peace in accepting who you are. With more than five years of counseling experience in educational settings, community agencies, and private practice, I am equipped and ready to support children, adults, and their families.
Mirtha Alvarez Acevedo
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Winter Haven, FL
A Florida and Polk County native, Mirtha is a graduate of Frostproof High School. She is board certified as both a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and an Autonomous Primary Care Nurse Practitioner. She earned a Bachelor's of Nursing from Polk State and a Master's of Nursing from USF. In 2023 Mirtha earned a Post Master's Certification in Psychiatry from Florida Atlantic University. However, her journey as a mental health provider began in 2020 when she became certified through the Academy of Christian Counseling, as a mental health coach. Then in January of 2025 she became an active member of the Order of Saint Luke (OSL) a healing ministry.
Mirtha has nearly 20 years of experience in healthcare. Her passion is caring for individuals struggling with mental health issues. She has been volunteering with the youth in her community for over 7 years and also has experience working in a domestic violence shelter with victims of trauma.
Hey all! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion for helping my clients gain a deeper love and understanding of self at a foundational level. I enjoy assisting my clients in cultivating a better awareness of triggers that often appear in their lives, as well as in prompting client exploration regarding narratives that have been carried for too long. My main goal is to facilitate overall client healing and empowerment!
Raissa Dywou Kouede
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Winter Springs, FL
I believe therapy works best when you feel comfortable being fully yourself. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and never judged, while also being supported in making real, meaningful changes in your life.
Clients often share that they feel at ease talking with me, but also appreciate that I’m honest and help them look at things in new ways. I’m not here to just nod along. I’m here to help you understand yourself more deeply, recognize patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and figure out what actually works for you moving forward.
I take a collaborative approach, which means we work together to make sense of your experiences and build tools that fit your life. Therapy does not have to feel cold or overly clinical. It can be a space that feels genuine, supportive, and even a little lighter at times, while still doing the deeper work.
Hey there! My name is Nikki :) a little about me is that I view my clients holistically and from a systems lens. I enjoy learning about my clients within the context of their childhoods, environment, and the culmination of their life experiences. I am very familiar with grief and find fulfillment in helping clients process major life changes and transitions. If clients are open, I incorporate spiritual understanding and meaning-making. As an LMFT, I love to assist clients in improving communication with others, especially loved ones, or to assist in boundary-setting strategies. A huge focus of mine is client empowerment and self-love, which extends to how one navigates the world!
Hi, I'm Eli, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who works with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I specialize in anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Kissimmee, FL
- 96%Anxiety
- 89%Depression
- 81%Stress management
- 79%Trauma
- 74%PTSD
- 100%Aetna
- 83%Cigna
- 77%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 68%United Healthcare
- 68%Ascension
- 100%English
- 32%Spanish
- 2%Igbo
- 2%Portuguese
- 96%In-person or online
- 4%In-person only
- 75%Woman
- 25%Man
- 62%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 21%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 9%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 8%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 98%Individual therapy
- 42%Family therapy
- 21%Couples therapy
- 13%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right therapist for you
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 Mental Health Therapist in Kissimmee
Searching for therapists in Kissimmee starts with finding someone whose training matches what you want to address. People often look for therapy for anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, or stress. As you compare therapists, look for specialties and therapy approaches that fit your needs, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or family therapy. A therapist’s profile can also show how they describe their style, what they focus on, and what you can expect in sessions.
In a smaller city like Kissimmee, local appointment options may vary by neighborhood and schedule. Virtual therapy can expand your search beyond offices near Poinciana, Shady Lane, or central Kissimmee while still connecting you with a therapist licensed in Florida. As you narrow your options, consider whether the therapist is accepting new clients, offers appointment times that fit your calendar, and provides in-person, virtual, or both types of sessions. Reading bios before you book can help you compare communication style, specialties, and whether a free phone consultation is available.
Therapy in Kissimmee can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you find therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, shows estimated out-of-pocket costs before you book, and lets you schedule directly with therapists who are accepting new clients. You can browse therapists, review profiles, and book when you’re ready.
If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.
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