Find a therapist in Lithia, FL — covered by insurance


Top therapists in Lithia, FL accepting new patients
Mental health support is available now in Lithia and surrounding areas including Valrico, Brandon, and Plant City. Connect with 9,916 warm, affirming providers through Headway for flexible in-person or virtual sessions with many insurance plans accepted.
If you are navigating anxiety, a big life change, or the particular weight that comes with motherhood, fertility, or perimenopause, you have come to the right place. I am Patty, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Clinical Hypnotherapist and Mindfulness Provider with more than 20 years of experience helping women move from anxious and overwhelmed to grounded and resilient.
I believe therapy works best when it fits your real life, so I build every session around your specific goals, your pace, and exploring what matters most to you. If any of this resonates, I would love to connect.
Taylor Kirk, LCSW, is a Florida-based therapist with extensive experience supporting adolescents and adults from diverse backgrounds. Specializing in life transitions, anxiety, depression, and crisis stabilization, Taylor helps clients gain personal insight, guiding them toward accomplishing their goals and becoming the best version of themselves.
My name is Melyssa Rivera-Lopez; a Forensic Licensed Clinician who graduated with high honors from Barry University. I have 20 + years of experience working in the field. Responsibilities include delivering evidence-based treatment options, assessments, diagnosis, recommendations pertaining to mental health status, and serving as an expert witness. Other functions include policy and program development, mediation, advocacy, and behavioral science research.
I’m Lauren Butler, LCSW, a licensed clinical social worker who is passionate about helping people feel more grounded, confident, and emotionally supported in their lives. My work is rooted in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can be honest about what they’re going through and feel truly heard.
I have experience working with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, and self-esteem concerns. I believe therapy should feel collaborative, empowering, and practical—not intimidating. My goal is to help clients better understand themselves, break unhelpful patterns, and build healthier ways of coping so they can move forward with more clarity and confidence.
I’m Rico Bodin, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Certified Master-Level Addiction Professional (MCAP) based in Florida. For over a decades, I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals as they work through anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and questions around identity and self-understanding. I’m especially passionate about creating an affirming, supportive space, where clients can feel seen, safe, and understood as they move toward healing and growth.
Mia is a former D1 collegiate athlete and specializes in working with high-performing clients. Mia supports elite athletes, current and former, as well as other high achievers in reaching their greatest potential while maximizing well-being and fulfillment. High functioning and performance should not come at the expense of your peace. Mia utilizes evidence-based strategies and prioritizes getting to know you to help you achieve your desired outcomes.
I am currently on maternity leave until mid-July. If you think we would be a good fit I can either add you to my waitlist or set you up with one of the clinicians that works for me (who are very similar to me). You can check out more information on my website www.wildlyauthenticcounseling.com
Do you feel like you have lost your spark and vibrancy? Do you struggle with the expectations of who you should be, never feeling like you are enough? Do you numb your feelings and ignore your hearts desires for comfort, stability, acceptance, and normalcy? That used to be me too! With my own ADHD and Trauma, life has not always been easy. I want to help you overcome the things that are weighing you down and help you actualize your most authentic life.
I bring a high level of warmth, intelligence, sensitivity and experience to the table. I invite you to contact me to discuss your particular concern.
Areas of particular specialties include:
- Difficult or narcissistic parents or partners.
- Gender Dysphoria.
You are too stressed. You wake up in the morning and wonder if you will have a better day. Things used to be much better, easier to cope. Are you going to make it through the day without the recurring depression and anxiety? Will she (he) get on your nerves again? Will this be another day to feel like a failure or loser?
You must do something to make it better. I have the proven methods to banish anxiety and depression and improve relationships. If this relates to you, you need to talk to me.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Lithia, FL



- 97%Anxiety
- 92%Depression
- 84%Stress management
- 82%Trauma
- 75%PTSD

- 98%Aetna
- 95%Cigna
- 82%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 69%Ascension
- 67%United Healthcare

- 98%English
- 11%Spanish
- 2%German

- 98%In-person or online
- 2%In-person only

- 77%Woman
- 21%Man
- 2%Non-binary

- 59%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 26%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 7%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 5%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 2%Licensed Psychologist

- 100%Individual therapy
- 28%Couples therapy
- 18%Child or adolescent therapy
- 18%Family 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 Therapist in Lithia
Searching for therapists in Lithia starts with finding someone whose experience fits what you want support with. Therapists may focus on concerns like anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, or life transitions. As you compare options, look for training, specialties, and approaches that match your needs. A therapist’s bio can help you understand whether they use approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or other methods that may fit what you are looking for.
In a smaller community like Lithia, local appointment options may be more limited than in nearby areas like Valrico, Brandon, or Plant City. Virtual therapy can expand your search while still letting you work with a therapist licensed in Florida. It also helps to compare practical details like appointment times, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, session format, and whether a free phone consultation is available. Reading profiles before booking can show how a therapist describes their style, what sessions may look like, and who they most often support.
Therapy in Lithia 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 search for therapists who match your preferences, review estimated costs after adding your insurance details, and book directly when you are ready. Every therapist listed is accepting new patients, making it easier to find someone who fits your needs, schedule, and coverage.
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