Aetna Therapists in Florida

Hey! I'm Brandee - I'm a licensed mental health counselor in Florida and I'm currently offering telehealth services throughout the state. I graduated from Nova Southeastern University in 2014 with a masters degree in Mental Health Counseling, and received my bachelor's degree in psychology in 2011 from the University of South Florida. Since then, I have worked in various in person and telehealth settings.

Anxiety, depression, and relationship issues are experiences that many of us encounter at various times in our lives. If you are feeling overwhelmed by negative emotions or believe you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or any combination of stressors affecting your peace of mind and relationships, "you don't have to keep feeling this way." You are not alone in your struggles, and you deserve to regain the peace of mind and joy that seem to elude you right now. "Let's find a way forward together - with compassion, clarity, and lasting change." My primary goal is to help you transition from merely feeling good to truly living well. Whether you are facing a specific crisis or a slow accumulation of challenges that has left you feeling unlike yourself, my clinical work offers a safe, judgment-free space to begin moving toward greater clarity and well-being. I draw on a carefully integrated blend of evidence-based frameworks, selecting and tailoring techniques based on each client's unique needs, history, and goals. My therapeutic approach combines Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Process-Based Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with mind-body techniques. This approach is grounded in the belief that lasting change requires attending to the whole person — mind, body, and the relational world we inhabit. Through ACT, you will learn to be more psychologically present, connect with your values, and make space for life’s inevitable pain. You will also discover how to take actionable steps despite emotional discomfort and cultivate an appreciation for each moment in your life. While my specialty is brief therapy, some situations may require an extended therapeutic relationship, which can be beneficial for adults and parents dealing with complex mental health challenges and navigating difficult child-rearing adjustments at home.

"Start a new narrative" has always been my motto. I am licensed in Florida and have eight years of professional work experience. I have experience specializing in depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and couples therapy. I have guided and walked with numerous individuals, couples, families, and groups on their journeys toward healing in helping clients with stress and anxiety. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage, and I am proud of you for getting started! You possess the ability to reach your full potential in this lifetime. However, in today's world, coping with depression and anxiety has become more challenging. The daily responsibilities have increased, leading to social isolation, sadness, and hopelessness. Additionally, symptoms such as muscle tension, sleep disturbances, and irritability can make it difficult for individuals to perform at their best. Therefore, I am here to assist you in navigating your daily tasks and help you function at your best during this season of your life. I am motivated by the successful interventions and therapeutic sessions for all my clients. I want to be your "GPS" with the destination of "Peace and Healing."

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who is certified in addiction treatment. I have been working in a community mental health center for the past 10 years. I have served a variety of populations including those suffering from pervasive mental illness, anxiety, addiction, and severe depression. For 3 years I was the therapist for Adult Drug Court in Nassau County, helping those previously incarcerated for drug use charges to overcome addiction and rebuild their lives within the community. I currently serve on the Crisis Response team for my agency which intervenes during mental health crisis and am the Clinical Team Leader for the FACT IL program which helps individuals in crisis achieve stabilization after release from a Crisis Stabilization Unit. I am certified to work with First Responders, I am a Military spouse, and have a background in Christian Formation.

I received a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from the University of North Florida and have 10 + years’ experience as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Most of my experience is dealing with women’s issues and how voice is found in a paternalistic society. I use a Family Systems lens as we bring our family with us even when we come as individuals. In my work with clients, I create a space of openness and acceptance as to what is present in the client’s life. I believe that clients have an innate ability to create healing for themselves, and I shepherd that process. I use a Mindfulness-Based Awareness practice and a participatory approach - to create solutions. As a client commits themselves to the process, they can expect increased awareness and see themselves and their issues more clearly. This awareness oftentimes brings with it a heightened ability to solve issues that are creating roadblocks.

There’s no denying that life isn’t always a walk in the park. While I’m sure you can relate to this as an adult, the same goes for kids, teens, and college-age students. Don’t forget, they’re going through this life without a manual, just as you are. But life is also spectacularly beautiful. Unfortunately, the trials faced during any phase of life can often dim that beauty and hold your child back from living the life they deserve. Anxiety, depression, and self-doubt can creep into anyone's life at any age. Mental health challenges can rob them of happiness, self-confidence, and life-fulfillment. I get it. I’ve been in their shoes. As an experienced, understanding, and caring counselor for teens, children, and young adults. I can help support your child, whether they are elementary-school-aged, in the turbulent teenage years, or college-aged. And, because I value being an advocate for kids and an ally for parents, I can support you, too.

I’m Dr. Amanda Ashley Taylor, a Caribbean-American Licensed Mental Health Counselor and holistic psychotherapist. I guide individuals through anxiety, trauma, burnout, and life transitions, helping you reconnect with yourself and create balance, clarity, and resilience. My approach blends narrative therapy with mindfulness and somatic awareness so you feel truly seen, supported, and understood. I hold space with empathy, cultural awareness, and compassion—honoring your unique story. Healing happens best in a safe, judgment-free environment, and my role is to walk beside you with clarity, tools, and gentle guidance so you can step into your next best self. You deserve peace, balance, and the freedom to be who you truly are—and I’m here to help you get there.

Hi there! My name is Rose, and I’m a licensed therapist dedicated to helping people feel seen, understood, and supported as they navigate life’s challenges. My approach is rooted in compassion and a respect for your unique story. I believe therapy is a collaborative space where you can explore your experiences without judgment, gain clarity, and develop tools that work for your life. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, I’m here to help you navigate those challenges. My style is warm, direct, and collaborative. My approach draws from evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and utilize mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care; while always tailoring our work to what feels most helpful for you. I’m especially passionate about supporting individuals who want to build stronger self-worth, improve their relationships, and create a life that feels more meaningful and balanced. I’m happy that you’re considering working with me. If you’re ready to start your journey, I’d like to connect and see if we’re a good fit.

My name is Dr. Paul Maione and I have been practicing, teaching and training in the field of counseling and psychotherapy for the last 25 years. My approach is down to earth, practical and results oriented. I specialize in working with couples on the brink of splitting up as well as individual suffering from anxiety, depression and trauma related injuries.

I’m Dr. Maria Mejia, a licensed therapist who works with individuals who feel overwhelmed by life, stress, and the constant pressure to “hold it all together.” Many of the clients I support are millennial parents and young adults who are navigating major life transitions while trying not to lose themselves in the process. My work is rooted in a trauma-informed, holistic approach that honors the mind, body, and nervous system. I believe symptoms like anxiety, burnout, emotional exhaustion, or feeling disconnected are not personal failures—they’re signals that something within you needs care, support, and understanding. I specialize in helping millennial parents manage stress, identity shifts, and emotional overload while parenting in a fast-paced, demanding world. I also work closely with young adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to navigate adulthood, relationships, and expectations. Therapy with me is collaborative, compassionate, and practical. I strive to create a space where you feel safe, seen, and supported—while also gaining tools to feel more grounded, confident, and connected to yourself. My goal is not just symptom relief, but helping you build a life that feels more aligned, sustainable, and authentic.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in sunny Florida, I bring years of experience supporting adults through life transitions, mental health challenges, and periods of emotional overwhelm. I earned my Master’s degree from Florida International University and have worked with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, substance use concerns, and major life changes. I am deeply committed in helping individuals reclaim their lives, overcome life difficulties, and discover their fullest potential.

As a therapist, I am dedicated to supporting individuals in their journey toward healing and self-discovery. I strive to build a collaborative and trusting therapeutic relationship where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. With a client-centered approach, I draw from evidence-based practices like CBT, motivational interviewing, and attachment theory to tailor treatment to each individual's unique needs. My ultimate goal is to help clients build resilience, develop healthy coping strategies, and foster meaningful change in their lives.

Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Florida. I obtained my Masters Degree from Roberts Wesleyan College in Rochester, NY in 1998. I enjoy assisting others in redesigning their lives. My focus is on individual and couples counseling. Helping to bring positive changes to my client's lives is something I am motivated by, thankful for and excited to witness.

I’m Evamary Largaespada, a Licensed Professional Counselor supporting children, parents, and adults in creating meaningful, lasting change in their lives. I work with children from infancy through adolescence, first-time and prenatal parents, and adults looking to heal from past experiences, understand how their childhood impacts their present, and break generational cycles. In my practice, I provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their emotions, thoughts, and life experiences. I integrate Person-Centered Therapy, Existential Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Child-Parent Psychotherapy, and attachment-based approaches to help clients heal, grow, and build stronger relationships with themselves and others. I guide adults in connecting with and healing their inner child, understanding patterns shaped by early experiences, and developing new ways of relating to themselves and their loved ones. For families, I support children and parents in strengthening their bond, improving communication, and fostering emotional resilience. Together, we work to create trust, emotional safety, and self-awareness, paving the way for healing, personal growth, and healthier relationships across generations.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care in a supportive and nonjudgmental environment. I believe that meaningful change begins with feeling heard, understood, and empowered. My approach is collaborative, meeting each client where they are while helping them build practical skills to navigate life's challenges. I primarily utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, psychoeducation, motivational interviewing, and strengths-based interventions. I enjoy helping clients identify patterns in their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, increase self-awareness, develop healthy coping strategies, and build resilience. Whether clients are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, life transitions, or substance use, I strive to create a space where they feel safe exploring difficult experiences and discovering their strengths. Clients often describe my style as warm, genuine, direct, and encouraging. I balance empathy with accountability, gently challenging unhelpful beliefs while supporting clients in making meaningful and lasting changes. I value authenticity and work to foster a therapeutic relationship built on trust, respect, and collaboration. My goal is to help each client gain confidence, improve emotional well-being, and develop the tools needed to create a life that aligns with their values. I believe therapy is not about fixing people, it is about empowering them to recognize their strengths, overcome obstacles, and move forward with greater clarity and purpose.

Hi, my name is Mat Kaneshiro. I am a dual-licensed marriage and family therapist working in Florida and Hawaii. If you are looking for help with anxiety, depression, trauma, stress management or relationships then consider scheduling with me. I have extensive experience working in mental health. I’ve worked in the community, home visits, homeless or crisis shelters, substance abuse treatment centers, psychiatric hospitals, incarceration and any other setting. I have also worked with behavioral health organizations, leading teams and managing programs. My clients grow or heal by addressing emotions, reducing anxious thoughts and feelings in their bodies. Working through relationship issues through communication, conflict resolution and other factors that shape our experience. In trauma work, I find EMDR ( eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) to be the most powerful therapy to heal core issues.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for helping people navigate life’s challenges with resilience and hope. I specialize in working with children, teens, and young adults facing anxiety, depression, stress, or major transitions. Beyond my clinical work, I host conversations and speak on topics where mental health intersects with everyday life, relationships, and faith creating safe spaces for people to feel understood and inspired. My approach is warm, practical, and collaborative. I believe healing comes from being fully seen, supported, and equipped with tools that make lasting change possible.

Hi! My name is Evelyn Torres I am Licensed Therapist, Biblical counselor and Mentor with 20+ years experience. My life's purpose is to empower others with the knowledge and skills necessary to live a healthy and abundant life. In doing so, I developed a yearning to seek understanding to life's most challenging issues. Do these sound familiar? I'm overwhelmed, can't focus, too anxious and depressed. I've lost motivation and always feel tired. I feel like I am losing control of things. I can't seem to communicate anymore with my spouse. I don't know what I want anymore. Why can't things be better? Allow me to help. I'm passionate about finding you answers to life's most difficult questions. I specialize in using CBT as a start, with it's ABC Model on "Cognitive Functioning." I have broken down the each part emphatically by adding the STOP and THINK TECHNIQUE to question your thoughts, disprove the lies that cause confusion, disqualify opinions and avoid assumptions, all seeded by your thoughts. While striving to find a solution, and in it's absence a path toward acceptance. The longest path in life is from Denial to Acceptance while Resistance being it's culprit. Once you have discovered this Formula all will make sense and confusion will no longer exist. Work Experience: Licensed Psychotherapist #MH20051 experienced with varied populations; children and families with specialty in parenting, adults, and couples. Education: Graduated with a Masters in Counseling from Cornerstone University in Michigan. and B.A. in Psychology from Florida International University. Now a seasoned therapist with proven knowledge in social services, individual and family therapy, psychosocial rehab, partial hospitalization programs, assisted living, and varied settings. Also serve as a Biblical Counselor, have mentored and discipled many while advocating for children and families with special needs in varied cultural backgrounds.

Hello, I’m a bilingual Marriage and Family Therapist with over 7 years of experience. I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families from diverse cultural backgrounds, understanding the challenges that arise from navigating different perspectives and references. I help clients address a variety of issues, including anxiety, relationship difficulties, self-esteem, addiction, and codependency, supporting them in achieving lasting change and recovery. My approach focuses on creating a therapeutic space centered around reflection, honesty, and emotional safety, where we can work together to overcome obstacles and reach your goals. Through the therapeutic relationship, I aim to create a safe space for deep listening and reflection, where we can explore how our connections with others, and experiences from our past, continue to shape our lives and decisions. Soy terapeuta individual y de familia, bilingüe, con más de 7 años de experiencia. Trabajo con personas, parejas y familias de distintas culturas, entendiendo los desafíos que aparecen al convivir con diferentes miradas, valores y formas de ver el mundo. Acompaño a mis pacientes en problemáticas como ansiedad, dificultades en las relaciones, autoestima, adicciones y codependencia, apoyándolos en procesos de cambio y recuperación sostenida en el tiempo. Mi enfoque se basa en generar un espacio terapéutico de reflexión, honestidad y seguridad emocional, donde podamos trabajar juntos para superar obstáculos y avanzar hacia los objetivos que cada uno se propone. A través del vínculo terapéutico, busco generar un espacio de escucha profunda y reflexión, donde podamos explorar cómo nuestros vínculos y las experiencias del pasado siguen influyendo en la forma en que vivimos y nos vinculamos hoy.

My name is Midori and I've been practicing for 4 years as an LCSW. I have 2 years with Adult Protective services as a Bachelors Social Worker, and 4 years as a Hospice Social Worker with my LCSW. My experience has helped me see the complexity of people with different experiences and with my practice my approach is to be person-centered, recognizing that each person regardless of the situation brings unique experiences, strengths, and challenges to my practice. I strive to meet each of my clients where they are to help build meaningful changes toward achieving their goals.

Hello, and welcome. I'm Maria, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida. I earned my master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lynn University and have spent the past several years working in both mental health and substance use treatment settings. I work with adults navigating depression, relationship issues, PTSD, psychotic disorders, grief, dissociation, and mood disorders. I know that reaching out for support takes courage. My role is to meet you exactly where you are with compassion, respect, and the belief in your capacity for growth.

I’m Jennalee Giraldo, LMHC, a bilingual (English/Spanish) therapist in Florida with nearly a decade of experience helping women and teen girls feel more confident, calm, and in control. I specialize in ADHD in women, anxiety, self-esteem, life transitions, and trauma. I also support mothers navigating parenting stress and burnout. Hablo español y ofrezco terapia para mujeres y adolescentes que se sienten abrumadas, tristes o desconectadas. Aquí tienes un espacio seguro para sanar y crecer.

Motherhood is a profound journey marked by both beauty and upheaval. Whether your path to this moment has been long-anticipated or unexpected, the transition into motherhood often brings a whirlwind of emotions. Anxiety and depression during pregnancy and the postpartum period are more common than many realize, with maternal depression being the leading complication of childbirth. The shift from your pre-motherhood identity to caring for a newborn can be one of the toughest transitions you’ll ever experience. As a dedicated mental health professional, I am passionate about supporting individuals through some of life's most significant and challenging transitions. I offer various approaches, including talk therapy, art therapy, mindfulness and meditation practices, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). These methods are designed to help you express your feelings, redefine your identity, and find a sense of balance and well-being in this new chapter of your life.

I hold licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and am currently practicing in Florida. I respectfully assist my clients in their emotional state, and collaborate constructively towards understanding, healing, and self-improvement. I strive to uphold authenticity in my approach, and I urge all clients to do the same. This is crucial for an effective therapeutic alliance. I seek to build a healthy and transparent therapeutic alliance as we delve into the rationale for therapy. Thank you

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and certified Sex Therapist who believes every person deserves a space to show up fully — without judgment and without shame. I work with adults navigating the real and often messy parts of life — whether that is anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma, or questions around intimacy and identity they have never had a safe space to explore. My goal is simple — I want my clients to leave our work together knowing themselves more deeply, relating to others more authentically, and feeling more capable of the life they truly want.