Licensed to practice in Florida and accepts 51 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Couples Counseling, Depression
Velma Stevens
(she/her)
Hi, My name is Velma Penermon Stevens, therapist with Soulistic Counseling and Therapeutic Services, LLC.. I am a licensed therapist (LCSW-QS) in the state of Florida. I attended Florida A&M University for undergraduate school then I went on to obtain my MSW degree from Florida State University. I have over 25 years working in the not for profit sector and 10 years in pastoral care. It is these work experiences where I gained my passion to help others, leading me to open my own private practice agency.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our first session, my goal is to make you feel heard. We'll start with a brief introduction, then move into the specific challenges you're facing. This not only helps with the rapport building process, it also aids us with developing an appropriate plan of care for achieving your desired outcome thus restoring harmony and balance back into your life.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
Having worked in this field for so many years, I have developed a style of therapy that promotes a safe, judgement free atmosphere for open dialogue which can lead to clarity, effective coping skills, feelings of empowerment and balanced & centered life.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I love working with people experiencing disharmony which can manifest itself with depression, anxiety, anger, mood swings, triggering traumatic events and conflict (both personal and relationship). Throughout my career, I have developed knowledge and skills that have afforded me the opportunity to assist people with achieving their highest potential. The people I work begin to report change and/or improvement as early as their third of fourth session, who go on to lead productive, healthy and harmonious lifestyles.
Specialties
Top specialties
Anxiety
Couples Counseling
Depression
I identify as
Black / African American
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Licensed in
Florida
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Ambetter Health
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Florida Blue
Anthem
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Cash - $125 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Florida Blue - Medicare
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO
Independence Keystone 65 HMO
GTEB
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
Location
Offers in-person in 267 John Knox Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32303, Suite 113
Virtual
My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is an evidenced based approach I've been using successfully with relationship issues, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, anger and aggression, and stress management.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Solution focused therapy is an evidenced based approach I've been using successfully with depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, anger and aggression, and stress management.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
Person Centered has been successfully used in my practice. It is one of the most common treatment modalities as it affords the client the opportunity to become more self-aware while achieving their goals for therapy. I have used this modality with a good degree of success with depression, anxiety, anger and stress management.
10 ratings with written reviews
May 18, 2026
What brought me to provider Velma Stevens, was suggested to me by a nurse from Human Insurance. Velma Stevens is qualified therapist. Grow therapy. I accept her as my provider. Velma approaches to me with care, and with encouraging words, a very warm personality. In my first session.I felt comfortable speaking with her about my situation. In response everything I have experienced. I think Velma is very understanding about my feelings about my situation. I am confident that my provider Velma.
Verified client, age 65+
August 4, 2025
I really enjoyed my time with Dr. Stephens
Verified client, age 25-34
July 3, 2025
I specifically chose Velma out of many therapists because something told me she was the right fit. I am beyond happy that I chose to do that. I have been through a lot of traumas in my life that I never faced before. This is the first time in my life that I am working through it all, and Velma is the reason. She challenges my thoughts and provides me with great feedback. She has helped me through one of the most challenging times of my life. She is amazing & God sent. I will forever be grateful