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Top therapists in Pensacola, FL accepting new patients

Find mental health support in Pensacola across Brent, Eastside, and Downtown with 9,862 licensed providers. Headway connects you with empowering, solution-oriented therapists offering flexible virtual and in-person sessions. Most patients save 75% on care through insurance—some paying as low as $0 per session.

Amy Traynham Feragen

Amy Traynham Feragen

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I was born and raised in Montana and have a genuine passion for nature and the outdoors. I received my Bachelors in Psychology at Montana State University in 2001. I then pursued my Masters of Social Work degree and graduated in 2008 from the University of Montana. This graduate program had a focus on providing a social justice and integrated practitioner perspective. I have an eclectic style that can be tailored to each unique individual. My primary therapeutic methods include Mindfulness Based, Holistic, Exposure, Narrative, Cognitive and Behavioral, Strengths Based & Solution Focused Therapies. I provide a non-judgmental and compassionate environment that often helps people feel comfortable. A true passion of mine is structuring therapeutic activities for clients to express, process, increase self-awareness, and de-stress from life’s challenging and developmental experiences.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jaritza Melendez Hernandez

Dr. Jaritza Melendez Hernandez

Psychologist

Virtual • North Venice, FL


“I center my practice on providing a safe and nurturing setting to enhance all individuals' performance, and improve their life.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Alfonso

Amy Alfonso

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, challenged, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Richard Rizo

Dr. Richard Rizo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


My practice style is open minded, solution focused, and direct to the point. I love to help any individual from a humanistic point of view. I am extremely empathetic, love to be honest and being honest with my patients is key in my every day practice.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Reginald Youyoute

Reginald Youyoute

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“By working together with the client is how I as a therapist can help empower my client to overcome not only the difficult situations...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Nora Nelson

Nora Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Having spent the last 5 decades working with people like you, my main priority is to help you help you work through your anxiety, stuck-ness and overwhelm so you can finally feel at home in your own life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Carllisa Williams

Carllisa Williams

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I believe healing happens in safe, nonjudgmental spaces where clients are encouraged to show up fully as themselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Megan Walther

Megan Walther

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Megan approaches therapy as a corrective relationship. She believes she is here to come alongside and be a witness to your story, not the hero.”
Bipolar disorder, PTSD, Trauma
Challenging, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Schillaci

Tiffany Schillaci

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Tiffany Schillaci graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Criminal Justice as well as a Master's in Social Work from Florida Atlantic University. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the State of Florida. Ms. Schillaci has a range of experience working with clients from diverse groups and providing clinical interventions to best meet the individual needs of each client. She has many years of experience working with the homeless population, clients with co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders as well as implementing crisis intervention modalities. Ms. Schillaci began her career as a Behavioral Health Technician and also provided case management services for a non-profit organization that specializes in special immunology, substance abuse, trauma, and mental health services.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jill Haire

Jill Haire

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I'm authentic as well as educated-I've been in my own 12 Step Recovery for 29 years and underwent my own deep therapy for two years prior to becoming a counselor.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Corey Bussiere

Corey Bussiere

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“His sessions offer a safe, non-judgmental environment where clients are encouraged to explore patterns, uncover challenges, and build tools that promote resilience and long-term well-being.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tammy McCallister

Tammy McCallister

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I work with adults 18 and over and my primary specialization is working with people who have experienced trauma.”
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Julie VanDeusen

Julie VanDeusen

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Hi, I'm glad you're here. Reaching out for therapy takes courage, and I don't take that lightly.

I'm a therapist who believes people are more capable than they give themselves credit for. My job is to help you see the strengths you already have and put them to work. I'll be warm with you, and I'll also be honest with you. Most people tell me that combination is what they were looking for.

Outside of session, my life is pretty full. I work out because it keeps my head clear, I almost always have a book going, and I volunteer at my church. My kids are college athletes, so a lot of our weekends are spent on the road watching them compete. When I get a real break, you'll find me at the beach. I mention all of this because I know what it's like to juggle a lot, and I'm not going to hand you advice that only works in a perfect week.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Melissa Falco-Diaz

Melissa Falco-Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and the belief that you already have strengths within you even if life's circumstances have made them difficult to see.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tom Nahrstedt

Tom Nahrstedt

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I attempt to set a comfortable non-judgmental atmosphere where clients feel safe to talk about issues.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Stacy Bishop

Stacy Bishop

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tampa, FL


Hi! I am a fully licensed mental health therapist. I have been in the business of helping people for over 15 years. I am direct and solution oriented, but will not rush the process.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kathlyn Neal

Kathlyn Neal

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Welcome. I provide virtual therapy to adults 18 and up in both Washington state and Florida. In addition to seeing people for a wide range of concerns including mental health conditions like depression and anxiety, I have expertise in adjustment issues/life transitions, relationship concerns, grief and loss, coping with chronic health issues, and concerns related to aging.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Smith

Megan Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I'm trained in EMDR and use a person-centered, relational style that's collaborative, validating, and paced with care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal Robinson

Crystal Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My job is to create a warm, trustworthy, nonjudgmental and professional relationship that will allow you to communicate freely and openly.”
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ester Goldvarg

Dr. Ester Goldvarg

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


“I am a strong believer that our upbringing has a tremendous impact on our relationships throughout life.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Challenging, Energetic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Breanna Young

Breanna Young

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach to therapy is calm and supportive, with a focus on helping people feel understood and less alone in what they're facing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Charles Dean

Dr. Charles Dean

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Jacksonville, FL


“My therapeutic style is warm, genuine, and direct. My primary therapeutic modality is EMDR, but I also use Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Client Center Therapy.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ralph Pasceri

Ralph Pasceri

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to create a compassionate, nonjudgmental environment where you feel comfortable being yourself while working toward the life you want to build.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kim Valentin-Torres

Kim Valentin-Torres

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Hi everyone, my name is Kim, but I go by my middle name Kristy. I have a passion for helping people, I do specialize in trauma but have worked in most areas of mental health. My education is in clinical psychology and clinical mental health counseling.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Maria E Cardona

Dr. Maria E Cardona

Therapist

Virtual • Miami, FL


“I prioritize your individual experiences. We will begin by building a genuine, trusting relationship that allows you to freely express yourself without fear of being judged.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Justin Marx

Justin Marx

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tampa, FL


“I practice depth psychology, which is focused on getting to the root of your issues. Not just working on the symptoms.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Denita Dickson

Denita Dickson

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I view therapy through a holistic lens, believing that true well-being comes from understanding your whole story, not just managing a set of symptoms.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kyrra Christian

Kyrra Christian

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I set my intentions to create a safe space; heartful you will learn to cultivate healthier self-healing practices and to be an agent of change within yourself and interpersonal relationship.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Scott Rosiere

Scott Rosiere

Psychologist

Virtual • Lake Mary, FL


“My approach is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs, drawing from psychodynamic, experiential, and interpersonal therapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Jodi Brazlavsky

Jodi Brazlavsky

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Clients can expect to take away improved coping skills, better frustration tolerance, and overall increased insight into their relevent challenges.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Joely Spencer

Dr. Joely Spencer

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I like to offer clients the opportunity to discover their own successes, recognize their strengths, and be able to demonstrate new shifts and outlooks on current circumstances in the pursuit of something different.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Derick Chappell

Derick Chappell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Winter Park, FL


“I use an integrative approach to therapy with a basis in cognitive behavioral therapy. I will teach you helpful tools and interventions you can use to remove fear to become your true self and enrich your life and relationships.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sara Schluender

Sara Schluender

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tampa, FL


I grew up in central Florida and earned my Bachelor of Science in Family and Child Sciences from Florida State University, followed by a Master of Arts in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling from the University of South Florida. During graduate school, I gained experience working in a treatment facility and with college students at USF, advocating for children’s educational needs while they balanced mental health treatment. This exposure led to my interest in behavior-focused therapy, particularly in using exposure techniques.

I’ve worked with children, teens, and adults dealing with obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, depression, Tourette's, and disordered eating.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alyssa Kutsukos

Alyssa Kutsukos

Therapist

Virtual • Cocoa, FL


“I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a unique background in both mental health and ABA (applied behavioral analysis) services.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Patrickk McDonald

Patrickk McDonald

Therapist

Virtual • Gainesville, FL


In the words of Kawhi Leonard "I'm a fun guy". I take therapy very seriously but I'm also very chill and friendly.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Leona Pusey-Rigg

Leona Pusey-Rigg

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I will help you identify and tap into your own abilities and strengths and teach you new skills and techniques to break the negative cycle that keeps you discouraged and unhappy.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Michelle Ingrosso

Michelle Ingrosso

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is compassionate yet results-driven. I combine Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and coaching techniques...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dora Duran

Dora Duran

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe you're the expert on your own life, and my job is to bring skill, warmth, and honesty to the work we do together.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Donna Louis

Donna Louis

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I may utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, as well as motivation interviewing most often in my practice.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Dumois Sands

Julie Dumois Sands

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“With a deep commitment to healing, I specialize in working with those who have experienced distressing life events...”
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Pensacola, FL

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Pensacola, FL
There are over 28 therapists in Pensacola, FL accepting new patients.
28+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 89%Trauma
  • 79%Grief or loss
  • 75%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 89%Cigna
  • 82%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 61%Florida Blue
  • 57%Oxford
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 4%Portuguese
  • 4%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 89%Woman
  • 11%Man
License types
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  • 61%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 36%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 32%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy
  • 18%Family therapy

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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 Pensacola

Searching for therapists in Pensacola starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. You may want help with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, work stress, or a major life change. As you compare therapists, look for profiles that list experience with your specific concerns. Bios can also show whether a therapist uses approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or acceptance and commitment therapy.

Pensacola has local therapists across areas like Downtown, Eastside, Brent, and nearby communities, but local appointment options may vary by schedule and specialty. Virtual therapy can expand your choices while keeping you connected with a therapist licensed in Florida. As you narrow your search, consider whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers times that fit your calendar, provides in-person or virtual sessions, and has a communication style that feels like a fit. Reading profiles before booking can help you understand what sessions may be like and whether a free phone consultation is available.

Therapy in Pensacola 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 expense before you book. Headway helps you find therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, see estimated costs upfront, and book directly when you are ready. You can browse therapists in Pensacola, review bios, and choose someone who matches your needs, schedule, and coverage.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.