Licensed to practice in Florida and accepts 51 insurances. Specializes in Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression and 6 more.
(she/her)
Hello! It’s a pleasure to meet you, please call me Dee. I’m a licensed mental health counselor in Florida and a retired Army veteran. I have over 18 years of professional counseling experience working with both children and adults. My undergraduate degree was earned at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor and my graduate degree earned at the University of North Florida. Credentials: Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor Nationally Board-Certified Mental Health Counselor Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor Florida Board Certified Telehealth Practitioner Certified Supervisor for Post Graduate Mental Health Counselors I have served clients as individuals, families, and within group environments. Additionally, my counseling experience has included inpatient, outpatient, and crisis stabilization units within the Florida Department of Corrections. I also served as the mental health authority within medium to low-risk juvenile inpatient programs. My experience also includes working within community social service agencies and Medicaid programs. In my years of professional experience, I have found that Depressive and Anxiety Disorders are managed best using Psychotherapy. Whereas many clients may find it helpful to include Antidepressant/Antianxiety medications, it has been my experience that medications alone are less effective and are often supported by Counseling Intervention with a Professional Counselor.
In your first session, you will meet your counselor in a nonintimidating and calm manner. You will be offered the opportunity to discuss you needs, concerns and hesitations involving the counseling process. It is my goal to ensure you feel comfortable with the use of the virtual office. You will be respected, valued and encouraged. This is your safe space. Finally, my clients are active participants in developing their treatment goals and objectives.
I have been told that I naturally calm others in the most chaotic situations. I am very direct and able to redirect others without being condescending or mean-spirited. I am trustworthy and loyal. I will always hold and respect the confidentiality of others.
I work well with those seeking to manage symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, Family Conflict and Relationship struggles. My clients are often overwhelmed and in need of a support system that is nonjudgemental, trusting and presence. My clients seek encouragement and both realistic/obtainable positive change. My most successful clients are open, engaged and determined to achieve positive change(s) the counseling process.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cash - $200 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Ambetter Health
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Florida Blue
Florida Blue - Medicare
Golden Rule
GTEB
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Independence Keystone 65 HMO
Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO
Medicare
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
My counseling experiences includes Inpatient, Outpatient and Crisis Stabilization Units with Florida Department of Corrections, The Mental Health Authority for a Medium to low-Risk Juvenile Inpatient Program, Community Social Service Agencies and Medicaid Programs. My years of experience have suggested that Depressive Disorders are managed best by the use of Psychotherapy. Whereas many clients may find it helpful to include Antidepressant, it has been my experience that medications alone are less effective and are often supported by Counseling Intervention with a Professional Counselor.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
I have had success with the Strength-Based Approach to psychotherapy that focuses on solution-building rather than problem-solving. SFBT concentrates on current circumstances and future hopes. My years of experience have suggested that both Anxiety and Depressive Disorders are managed best by the use of Psychotherapy. Whereas many clients may find it helpful to include Antianxiety/Antidepressant medications, it has been my experience that medications alone are less effective and are often supported by Counseling Intervention with a Professional Counselor.
6 ratings with written reviews
April 23, 2026
Although it's only my first session with Dee I feel great vibes from her. She understood me so well, very down to earth and funny! I can feel the passion she has to help others. I had a great first experience
April 14, 2026
I really enjoy seeing Derren again because she's easy to talk too and I think she will be a great help
August 21, 2025
First time meeting her and she made us feel so comfortable. Everything felt very natural. I am eager to see how our relationship changes and grows with her help. I would mark 10 stars if there wasn’t the limit of 5