Online Therapists and Prescribers Licensed in Florida

Explore online therapists and medication management providers in Florida. Compare their approach and availability, then contact providers directly.
About finding online care in this state

Finding the right therapist in Florida does not have to mean limiting yourself to whoever is closest. This page helps you explore therapists who are licensed in Florida and offer online care, so you can compare options across the state and focus on fit, not just distance. Whether you are in Miami, Orlando, Jacksonville, the Panhandle, or a smaller community, telehealth can open up more choices. You can narrow the list using filters for specialty, therapy modality, language, age group, insurance, and whether you are looking for a therapist, medication management, or both

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Jerry Carmichael

Carmichael Counseling Services

LMHC, LPCC

Licensed In:
California, Florida, South Carolina, Washington
“I enjoy meeting adults of all ages (18+) who are seeking help navigating the struggles life throws at us. My specialties include depression, anxiety, relationship issues, men’s issues, and PTSD, with my ideal client being anyone looking to face and overcome life’s stressors, depression, anxiety, anger issues, addictions, and/or crisis of faith.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Depression · Faith-Based Care · Grief · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Substance Use · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Melanie Chitwood

LMHC, LPCC, LPC, MBPsS

Licensed In:
California, Florida, Texas, Washington
“I provide a welcoming space grounded in deep clinical experience for individuals, couples, and relational dyads navigating the complexities of distance and life changes. • Couples: Navigating long-distance strain, infidelity, discernment, or relocation decisions. I support all partners, including those with differing communication styles or late-realized neurodivergence. • Adult Family Dyads: Repairing strain or rupture between parents and adult children, or adult siblings, living in different states. • College & Young Adults: Seamless care between home and university for high-insight young adults processing identity within changing environments. • Cultural & Regional Identity: Support for expatriates, repatriates, Adult Third Culture Kids, regional U.S. moves, or domestic dislocation. • Grief & Deep Loss: Space for bereavement, breakups, divorce, or the loss of self from shifting locations. Beyond these specialisms, my practice holds space for a wide breadth of general life challenges and personal growth.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Attachment · Autism · Cancer · Caregiver Support · Codependency · Divorce · End-of-Life · Grief · Infidelity / Affair Recovery · Life Transitions · Menopause & Perimenopause · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Self Esteem · Sexual Abuse · Trauma & PTSD
Jamilah Vega

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

PMHNP

Licensed In:
Florida
“I work with adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, emotional overwhelm, and other mental health challenges. Many of my clients come to me feeling stuck, exhausted, or uncertain about how to move forward, while others are seeking support in managing symptoms that are affecting their daily lives, relationships, work, or overall well-being.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Depression · Insomnia & Sleep Disorders · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Jen Johnston

Collaborative Change Counseling and Wellness

LPC, LMHC

Licensed In:
Connecticut, Florida, Massachusetts, New York, Vermont
“It’s hard to feel like you don’t have all the words to describe what is going on for you. And the vulnerability of pain, from whatever the emotional or physical source, can be disorienting. Especially when you are the one typically who holds it together. But instead of holding it together, you feel like you are all over the place. Your emotions. How you are responding to people. What you are trying to do to cope. You do not know exactly what you want or need, or even who you are sometimes. And it feels like you should have it more figured out by now. In fact, it is amid pain and uncertainty that growth most often occurs. Not when we are ready. Not when things feel settled. Right now. In all our messiness and contradictions. You’ve been trying to outrun the pain, outsmart it, or just ignore it. But when you meet with me, you will start to see that pain is not a space to escape, it’s a place to begin. And you will get the sense that I’ve been here before. Because I have. Personally, and professionally. And I am unafraid to join you in profound feelings of sadness and pain.”
Services:
Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy
Specialties:
Aging · Anxiety · Burnout · Chronic Pain and Illness · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Depression · Gender Identity · Grief · Insomnia & Sleep Disorders · Life Transitions · Menopause & Perimenopause · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Self Esteem · Spirituality · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Meghan McDonald Leigh-Manuell

Safe Harbor Counseling services

LPC

Licensed In:
Florida, Georgia
“Relationships, couples and marriage counseling, pre marital counseling, dating coaching, Addictions, anxiety, depression, grief, life coaching, life transitions”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Sex Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · Anxiety · Chronic Pain and Illness · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Depression · Divorce · Gender Identity · Grief · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Panic · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Substance Use · Women’s Mental Health
Erica Brown

Ocean Waves Counseling, LLC

LMHC, LPC

Licensed In:
Florida, Texas
“I provide therapy for women who hold it all together for everyone else — while quietly navigating anxiety, overthinking, and the pressure to do it on her own. I specialize in anxiety & over-functioning, emotionally immature parents, asking for what you need, and therapy for therapists.”
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Individual Therapy
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Benedict Etienne Gauthier

De Tenebris Ad Lucem Psychotherapy

LMFT

Licensed In:
Florida, Maine, South Carolina, Virginia
“I work with adults and couples who feel stuck in painful emotional or relationship patterns, even when they understand intellectually where those patterns come from. Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, attachment wounds, relationship difficulties, emotional disconnection, people-pleasing, perfectionism, low self-worth, or the lasting effects of difficult family dynamics and trauma. I often work with people who repeatedly find themselves in the same kinds of relationships, suppress anger or other emotions to preserve connection, or feel disconnected from their own needs. My practice is LGBTQ+ affirming and particularly suited to clients who want depth-oriented therapy rather than symptom management alone.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Gender Identity · Personality Disorders · Relationship Issues · Trauma & PTSD
Licensed In:
Florida, Massachusetts
“Young adults and adults seeking therapy for anxiety, depression, ADHD, adjustment, life transitions, family and relationship difficulties.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
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Ashley C Mitchell

Guided Reflections Therapy Practice

MA, LPC, BCN

Licensed In:
Delaware, Florida, South Carolina, Virginia
“I support adults who feel stressed, anxious, and overwhelmed—often high-functioning individuals who appear to have it all together at work and in life. Many are natural caregivers and people-pleasers who take on a lot for others, leaving little time or energy for themselves. Over time, this can show up as physical symptoms like heart palpitations and sleep difficulties, as well as irritability, anger, and strain in relationships.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Grief · Insomnia & Sleep Disorders · Relationship Issues · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Lauren Hunt

Be Yourself Counseling, LLC

LCSW

Licensed In:
Florida, Ohio
“I work with children, teens, and adults navigating a wide range of life experiences and challenges. Many of the individuals I support have been impacted by early life or relational trauma, neurodevelopmental differences such as ADHD or autism, or ongoing stress that affects daily functioning. I also work with individuals experiencing anxiety, chronic stress, major life transitions, and the emotional impacts of chronic illness or chronic pain. My practice supports individuals who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood and are looking for support while navigating the complexities of everyday life.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Adoption · Anxiety · Attachment · Autism · Behavioral Issues · Burnout · Chronic Pain and Illness · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Domestic Abuse · Gender Identity · Life Transitions · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Self Esteem · Sexual Abuse · Spirituality · Substance Use · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Danielle Keenan-Miller

Danielle Keenan-Miller, Ph.D.

PhD

Licensed In:
California, Florida, New York
“I work with adults who are looking for practical, meaningful change that lets them lead a life that feels in line with their deepest sense of purpose. Areas of specialization include: Depression Bipolar Disorder Anxiety and stress Binge Eating and Bulimia Body dissatisfaction and chronic dieting Fertility-related distress Transitioning to parenthood and parenting distress Relationship concerns Work and creativity-related concerns”
Services:
Clinical Supervision, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Bipolar Disorder · Eating Disorders · Life Transitions · Mood Disorders · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Women’s Mental Health
Ashlyn Brooks

Healing Alternative, PLLC

LMHC and LPC

Licensed In:
Delaware, Florida, Massachusetts, Oregon, South Carolina, Vermont
“You might feel stuck questioning your identity, struggling in relationships, or carrying anxiety and self-doubt that won’t quiet down. Maybe you’re moving through a big life change or just tired of feeling like you have to hide parts of yourself to be accepted. My clients often want clarity, relief, and a more honest connection to themselves and others. Together, we’ll work toward helping you feel more aligned with the person you want to be—grounded, capable, and true to yourself.”
Services:
Clinical Supervision, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Burnout · Depression · Gender Identity · Life Transitions · Mood Disorders · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem

Finding online care in Florida

Online therapy can be a practical fit in Florida when convenience matters, but so does choice. Maybe you want a provider outside your immediate area, you are trying to avoid long drives or traffic, or you need care that still works during storm season, travel, or a packed weekly schedule. Telehealth can make it easier to keep appointments consistent while comparing providers based on experience, style, language, and cost instead of office location alone. It can also help if you need evening availability, want to include a partner or family member from another location, or are searching for a specialist who may not practice nearby. That can be especially helpful if you live in a smaller community, split time between homes, or need more scheduling flexibility. As you compare options, look at session times, insurance and private-pay rates, cancellation policies, and what happens if you travel out of state for work, school, or part of the year. You can use the official resources below to verify licenses or find extra support if needed

Online therapy in Florida: common questions

How do I use this page to find the right fit for online therapy in Florida?

Start with the filters that matter most to you right now. You might begin with the issue you want help with, then narrow by age group, language, therapy modality, insurance, and whether you want therapy, medication management, or both. Once you have a shorter list, read profiles for how each provider works, not just their credentials. Look for things like their style, availability, session format, and experience with the concerns you want help with. It can also help to save two or three strong options and compare them before reaching out.

What should I ask before booking with a therapist?

Ask questions that help you picture what working together would actually feel like. You might ask whether they help with your specific concern, whether they work with your age group or relationship type, what the first few sessions are usually like, how often they recommend meeting, and what they charge with insurance or private pay. It is also smart to ask about cancellation policies, between-session communication, and what happens if you travel.

Does my online therapist have to live in Florida, and what happens if I travel out of state?

Not necessarily. What matters most is whether your provider is allowed to treat you in the state where you are physically located during the session. In Florida, that usually means the provider is licensed in Florida or registered to provide out-of-state telehealth services there. If you travel to another state, your Florida provider may not be able to keep seeing you unless they are also allowed to practice in that state. That is why it helps to ask about vacations, work travel, college moves, and snowbird schedules before you start. If you split time between states, see Find a Therapist Licensed in Multiple States. The official Florida telehealth link is also included in the resources below.

What types of mental health services are available online through telehealth in Florida?

Depending on the provider, you may be able to find individual therapy, child or teen therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, group therapy, medication management, and testing and evaluations. Availability depends on the provider, your needs, and how well that service can be offered online. Some evaluations or higher-support needs may involve a hybrid approach or an in-person follow-up.

Can I find medication management providers here, and how is medication management different from online therapy?

Yes. You can use the directory filters to look for medication management providers. Medication management is usually focused on evaluation, prescribing, refill planning, side effects, and checking whether a medication is helping. Therapy is more focused on emotions, patterns, coping skills, behavior change, and relationships. Some prescribers also offer supportive therapy, but many focus only on medication. If you need controlled substances prescribed, check with the provider before booking to make sure they can offer that through telehealth, since additional restrictions may apply.

Where can I start if I need lower cost or public mental health support in Florida?

A good first step is the 988 Florida Lifeline if you are in crisis or need immediate emotional support. For ongoing lower-cost services, Florida 211 can help connect you with local programs, and the Florida Department of Children and Families’ regional Managing Entities can help you find publicly funded behavioral health care. If you need an urgent in-person crisis response, Florida’s Mobile Response Teams are available statewide through 211. If you have Medicaid, your Medicaid plan may also be a good place to start for covered behavioral health care. National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Florida can also be helpful for free education and support groups. You can find the official links in the resources below.

How do I verify a therapist or prescriber’s Florida license?

Use the profession-specific board links in the resources below. Each official board site includes a license verification search. The Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling covers clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists, and mental health counselors. The Florida Board of Psychology covers psychologists. The Florida Board of Nursing covers advanced practice registered nurses, including psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners. The Florida Board of Medicine covers medical doctors and physician assistants, and the Florida Board of Osteopathic Medicine covers osteopathic physicians. Those official pages are the best place to confirm license status and review public discipline information.

Does insurance cover online therapy in Florida, and how does payment usually work?

Often, yes, but it depends on your plan and the provider. Before you book, ask whether the provider is in network, what your copay or deductible may be, whether there is a private-pay rate, and whether they can give you a superbill if they are out of network. Some providers also offer sliding-scale spots. If you use Medicaid, check your plan’s behavioral health network and the official Florida Medicaid resources below.

What technology or privacy setup do I need for virtual sessions?

For most online therapy appointments, it is best to meet from a secure location with privacy and a reliable internet connection. A computer or laptop is usually ideal, though a phone or tablet may also work depending on the provider and platform. Most sessions happen by video, but depending on the provider and service, phone calls, texting, secure messaging, or email may also be part of telehealth or follow-up communication. Many providers also have their own policies about where sessions can take place, so it is best to check ahead of time if privacy or location may be an issue.

Are there scheduling, regional, travel, or weather issues in Florida that can make online therapy especially practical?

Yes. Online therapy can make life easier if traffic, long drives, bridges, or limited local options make in-person care harder to keep up with. It can also help during hurricane season, heavy storms, school breaks, tourist traffic, or if you split time between Florida and another state. The main thing to plan ahead for is your location on the day of the session, since your provider usually needs to be able to see you in the state where you are physically located.

When is online therapy not the right choice?

Online therapy may not be the best fit if you are in immediate crisis, need emergency support, require a higher level of care, or do not have a private space for sessions. In those situations, in-person services or local crisis resources may be more appropriate. If you are in immediate danger or need urgent help, contact local emergency services or call or text the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline right away.

Florida mental health resources

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

24/7 support by call, text, or chat for people in distress or worried about someone else.

Florida Department of Children and Families (Mental Health Services)

State information and access points for mental health services and supports.

NAMI Florida

Education, advocacy, and support resources for individuals and families.

Florida 211

Search for local mental health and social support resources by ZIP code.

Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling

License verification and regulations for LMHC, LMFT, and LCSW professionals in Florida.

Florida Board of Psychology

License verification and consumer information for psychologists in Florida.

Florida Board of Medicine

Physician license lookup and consumer resources.

Florida Board of Nursing

License verification for nurses and nurse practitioners.

Florida Board of Osteopathic Medicine

Verify osteopathic physician licenses, including psychiatrists who hold osteopathic medical degrees.

Florida Medicaid Health Plan Resources

Helps Florida Medicaid members find plan contacts and behavioral health information.

Florida Telehealth

Official Florida telehealth information, including out-of-state provider registration and frequently asked questions.

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Need urgent support? Therapy Expanded is not a crisis service. If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. If you need urgent mental health, suicide, domestic violence, substance use, or LGBTQIA+ support, visit our crisis and mental health resources page.