Licensed to practice in 4 states and accepts 51 insurances. Specializes in Addiction, Anxiety, Depression and 4 more.
Edward L Lyell
I have worked in mental health for over 25 years in a wide variety of settings and I do believe that anyone can heal and change behaviors anytime during their life. We are shaped by the events of our lives but the final shape depends on how we respond and grow. It is never too late, or too early. The possibilities are all around you.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
Your time is precious. Our first meeting will really be about exploring the issues you want to address and we will get started. The aim is to get you what you need and get you back to your life. Sometimes it can be helpful to discuss your history in some detail, but that isn't where the growth will take place. We stay firmly grounded in the present in a short term solution based approach.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I keep my sessions conversational and flowing. If it feels like you were talking to a concerned friend who will always tell you the truth and will offer helpful suggestions then I have done my job. Having someone who is not a stake holder to listen gives you the freedom to express your ideas that might feel unappreciated in your daily life.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
There are a lot of negative beliefs about counseling and mental health. In my approach, I will explain concepts in easily understood discussions and I genuinely do not have an agenda for you. Our work is driven by your goals and your needs. The short time we have together is for you to use to gather information, problem solve, or even just find a deeper understanding of you self.
Specialties
Top specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Other specialties
Coping Skills
Grief
Health/Medical Issues
I identify as
Man
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Licensed in
Florida
New Jersey
New Mexico
South Carolina
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
Horizon
Braven Health - Medicare
Cash - $60 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
Horizon - Medicare
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 Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
My work literally takes our cognitive behaviors as a starting point to change behavior. How we think influences how we act.
2 ratings with written reviews
January 15, 2026
I felt very comfortable opening up to Ed. Something I felt less comfortable to do with my previous therapist. He’s a keeper.
Verified client, age 35-44
November 14, 2025
I like his easy going conversational approach. He is kind and has a sense of humor. He is open to the approach that works best for you when devising solutions that you can take to heart and easily make work.