Therapists in New Port Richey, FL
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Sara Kennedy - New Clients Welcome
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, LPCC, RMHC-I, NCC, MS CMHC
Verified Verified
New Port Richey, FL 34655 (Online Only)
Are you feeling anxious or depressed about transitions in your life, such as grief or gender expression? I am here to help. I specialize in transgender issues and grief and loss. I will assist you in finding a way through the seemingly endless fog of choices and questions you may have. By helping you set goals and move through what you are experiencing to aid you in achieving your most authentic self and healing. Regardless of where you are starting in your process.
Are you feeling anxious or depressed about transitions in your life, such as grief or gender expression? I am here to help. I specialize in transgender issues and grief and loss. I will assist you in finding a way through the seemingly endless fog of choices and questions you may have. By helping you set goals and move through what you are experiencing to aid you in achieving your most authentic self and healing. Regardless of where you are starting in your process.
![Photo of Jonathan Pagano, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ba3d0f69-ef7c-4291-9745-fbe315934b2c/1/320x400.jpeg)
Ready to rewrite your story? Our therapy practice provides a safe haven for men to navigate life's complexities, confront their challenges head-on, and emerge stronger than ever. Whether you're struggling with stress, relationships, or self-doubt, our experienced counselors are here to guide you toward clarity and confidence. Take control of your mental well-being and unlock your full potential. You deserve a life filled with purpose and joy, and we're here to help you achieve it. Let's embark on this transformative journey together.
Ready to rewrite your story? Our therapy practice provides a safe haven for men to navigate life's complexities, confront their challenges head-on, and emerge stronger than ever. Whether you're struggling with stress, relationships, or self-doubt, our experienced counselors are here to guide you toward clarity and confidence. Take control of your mental well-being and unlock your full potential. You deserve a life filled with purpose and joy, and we're here to help you achieve it. Let's embark on this transformative journey together.
![Photo of Jessica L Dorey - Alliance Behavioral Health and Development , LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ad120ae4-c990-4364-8f4b-dcbc0f085492/1/320x400.jpeg)
Alliance Behavioral Health and Development
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Port Richey, FL 34652
I'm Jessica Dorey, LCSW, and President of Alliance Behavioral Health and Development. I'm passionate about helping children, teens, and young adults navigate their mental health challenges. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger, ASD, trauma, and more. I also have experience working with the school system advocating for IEPs and 504 plans for children with learning disabilities and behavioral challenges. If your goal is to be your best self, or help your children achieve their full potential I'm here to help.
I'm Jessica Dorey, LCSW, and President of Alliance Behavioral Health and Development. I'm passionate about helping children, teens, and young adults navigate their mental health challenges. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger, ASD, trauma, and more. I also have experience working with the school system advocating for IEPs and 504 plans for children with learning disabilities and behavioral challenges. If your goal is to be your best self, or help your children achieve their full potential I'm here to help.
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Ashlie Cleaver
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Port Richey, FL 34653
As a therapist my main goal is to help my clients feel confident in their abilities to manage their mental health stressors. I am able to assist with career planning, stress/anxiety and depression management. I typically work with children, adolescents, and adults. Marriage and family counseling are also services I provide for those who may be experiencing hardships or just need a safe space to talk. I take the time to get to know and understand my clients and their individual needs to help them be the best they can be.
As a therapist my main goal is to help my clients feel confident in their abilities to manage their mental health stressors. I am able to assist with career planning, stress/anxiety and depression management. I typically work with children, adolescents, and adults. Marriage and family counseling are also services I provide for those who may be experiencing hardships or just need a safe space to talk. I take the time to get to know and understand my clients and their individual needs to help them be the best they can be.
![Photo of Kelly Stemble, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ed01cd69-adfe-483e-a5fb-b842b7319b9f/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am a compassionate, interactive, and direct therapist. I provide a supportive and safe environment to facilitate the personal exploration and growth you are committed to achieving. I seek to understand you and your experiences as you see them, and within an empathetic context, we will explore your beliefs and the meaning you make from your experiences. My approach is warm, sincere and uniquely tailored for each client. With humor and kindness, I will incorporate multiple therapeutic modalities into my work choosing techniques that best match your individual needs.
I am a compassionate, interactive, and direct therapist. I provide a supportive and safe environment to facilitate the personal exploration and growth you are committed to achieving. I seek to understand you and your experiences as you see them, and within an empathetic context, we will explore your beliefs and the meaning you make from your experiences. My approach is warm, sincere and uniquely tailored for each client. With humor and kindness, I will incorporate multiple therapeutic modalities into my work choosing techniques that best match your individual needs.
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Leslie de Graaf
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Port Richey, FL 34652
I specialize in supporting women with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, chronic health, and pre/post-natal issues. Seeking a counselor can be scary, but I'm here to extend a helping hand. You no longer have to carry the weight alone. If the burden has become too much, let me be the dedicated professional to assist you. Recognizing you as the expert in your own life, I aim to guide you towards new paths of healing. I provide a safe space for each woman to share their life experiences. Here, you can feel, say, and be exactly who you are.
I specialize in supporting women with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, chronic health, and pre/post-natal issues. Seeking a counselor can be scary, but I'm here to extend a helping hand. You no longer have to carry the weight alone. If the burden has become too much, let me be the dedicated professional to assist you. Recognizing you as the expert in your own life, I aim to guide you towards new paths of healing. I provide a safe space for each woman to share their life experiences. Here, you can feel, say, and be exactly who you are.
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Andrea Dolgin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, JD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Port Richey, FL 34655
Are there times when you feel that you’re just not enough? When you're trying your best to cope, but you still feel overwhelmed and empty? Maybe your old ways of coping have become more harmful than helpful and are interfering with your daily life. You want to make a change, but you're not sure where to begin. Together we will work to add healthy ways to help you cope. You will find your voice that maybe got lost along the way. You will begin to embrace this unique journey you are on. And you will discover that you are lovable, worthy, and enough exactly as you are.
Are there times when you feel that you’re just not enough? When you're trying your best to cope, but you still feel overwhelmed and empty? Maybe your old ways of coping have become more harmful than helpful and are interfering with your daily life. You want to make a change, but you're not sure where to begin. Together we will work to add healthy ways to help you cope. You will find your voice that maybe got lost along the way. You will begin to embrace this unique journey you are on. And you will discover that you are lovable, worthy, and enough exactly as you are.
![Photo of Jessica Anne Deeb, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d299c1e3-d754-4d0d-b776-cab98b66a5cd/2/320x400.jpeg)
Jessica Anne Deeb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Port Richey, FL 34655 (Online Only)
Welcome, my name is Jes Deeb. I provide telephone and telehealth counseling for adult individuals, couples, and families anywhere Florida. I offer evening and weekend availability, accept most major insurances, and utilize a sliding scale for those paying privately. My special interests include: adult relationships of all kinds, identity/LGBTQIA+, chronic illness/loss of all kinds, as well as compassion fatigue, highly sensitive people, and existential issues around meaning/purpose. Finally, I'm also a Qualified LCSW Supervisor educating and mentoring other clinicians in best practices for therapy and business.
Welcome, my name is Jes Deeb. I provide telephone and telehealth counseling for adult individuals, couples, and families anywhere Florida. I offer evening and weekend availability, accept most major insurances, and utilize a sliding scale for those paying privately. My special interests include: adult relationships of all kinds, identity/LGBTQIA+, chronic illness/loss of all kinds, as well as compassion fatigue, highly sensitive people, and existential issues around meaning/purpose. Finally, I'm also a Qualified LCSW Supervisor educating and mentoring other clinicians in best practices for therapy and business.
![Photo of Kevin Stevenson - Baylife Counseling, LLC, LMHC, MCAP, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3d3784b2-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am a licensed mental health therapist and certified addiction professional. I have over 25 years of experience providing counseling services to individuals, couples, families and groups. Evening appointments are available. An income based sliding scale discount is offered. www.BaylifeCounseling.com
I am a licensed mental health therapist and certified addiction professional. I have over 25 years of experience providing counseling services to individuals, couples, families and groups. Evening appointments are available. An income based sliding scale discount is offered. www.BaylifeCounseling.com
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Audi Moore is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida who has been practicing since 1995. She has a Masters in Counseling from the University of South Florida and is working on an EdD in Trauma Counseling at Liberty University. Audi has more than 28 years of experience working with a variety of ages and populations. Outside of work, Audi enjoys traveling, jet skiing, going to the beach, and spending time with family and friends. She also enjoys spending time with her three dachshunds.
Audi Moore is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida who has been practicing since 1995. She has a Masters in Counseling from the University of South Florida and is working on an EdD in Trauma Counseling at Liberty University. Audi has more than 28 years of experience working with a variety of ages and populations. Outside of work, Audi enjoys traveling, jet skiing, going to the beach, and spending time with family and friends. She also enjoys spending time with her three dachshunds.
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Lauren O'Hara
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Port Richey, FL 34652
Navigating mental health concerns can be a daunting task for any of us, whether this is your first encounter with therapy or you're a seasoned client looking for more support. My approach is centered around you and your unique needs. You deserve to feel heard, understood, and supported every step of the way. I'll meet you where you are and invite you to collaborate with me to choose the best-fitting interventions to achieve your goals.
Navigating mental health concerns can be a daunting task for any of us, whether this is your first encounter with therapy or you're a seasoned client looking for more support. My approach is centered around you and your unique needs. You deserve to feel heard, understood, and supported every step of the way. I'll meet you where you are and invite you to collaborate with me to choose the best-fitting interventions to achieve your goals.
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Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New Port Richey, FL 34652
Dark thunderstorms are hard to see out of. Especially, when you feel you are alone or worse is feeling lost. When finding your way back to you, adversity does not have to be limiting; it is a resource. Being ready for something different or for things to change is very scary. Except look at all the pain you have already been through. That alone has prepared you for what is next. It is humble to ask for help and although this can feel uneasy just know that you are stretching yourself and that is what gets you results. This work to me is sacred, and if ready then I am grateful to be HEAR for you.
Dark thunderstorms are hard to see out of. Especially, when you feel you are alone or worse is feeling lost. When finding your way back to you, adversity does not have to be limiting; it is a resource. Being ready for something different or for things to change is very scary. Except look at all the pain you have already been through. That alone has prepared you for what is next. It is humble to ask for help and although this can feel uneasy just know that you are stretching yourself and that is what gets you results. This work to me is sacred, and if ready then I am grateful to be HEAR for you.
![Photo of Makenzie Cheney, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6ba045ef-8d25-441f-81aa-936f19698f40/1/320x400.jpeg)
Welcome! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor at Rooted Monarch Counseling. At my practice, I provide a warm and welcoming environment for therapy. I believe one of the most important aspects of therapy is to have a safe space to show up as exactly who you are, and I strive to create that atmosphere. I would like to help you find ways to live a more fulfilled life, whether that be by helping you process through internal struggles, improve relationships, or manage a life transition you are currently going through.
Welcome! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor at Rooted Monarch Counseling. At my practice, I provide a warm and welcoming environment for therapy. I believe one of the most important aspects of therapy is to have a safe space to show up as exactly who you are, and I strive to create that atmosphere. I would like to help you find ways to live a more fulfilled life, whether that be by helping you process through internal struggles, improve relationships, or manage a life transition you are currently going through.
![Photo of Lauren Hunt, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ce4f0f05-6c29-4758-909f-a142c0b04585/2/320x400.jpeg)
Do you struggle with connections, regulating emotions or executive dysfunction? It can be hard to find hope that things will be different. Suppose you want to change, work towards a better version of yourself, and understand how things can be different. What steps are you taking to achieve your desired outcomes? Do you know where to start? The road to change is never easy, but with the right people and interventions in place, you will find success.
Do you struggle with connections, regulating emotions or executive dysfunction? It can be hard to find hope that things will be different. Suppose you want to change, work towards a better version of yourself, and understand how things can be different. What steps are you taking to achieve your desired outcomes? Do you know where to start? The road to change is never easy, but with the right people and interventions in place, you will find success.
![Photo of Cassandra Gadouas - Cassandra's Counseling, MS, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8e02bd7c-6c0a-4f7f-b59f-fedd34cfd1db/1/320x400.jpeg)
Cassandra's Counseling
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Port Richey, FL 34652 (Online Only)
I have been working in the mental health field for over 20 years. I have worked with individuals, couples (Gottman Method), families, and groups. I have helped people work through issues related to anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, stress related issues and relationship problems. My goal is to help empower people to work through difficult times and often provide some new skills to cope when life gets rocky. I will listen to you and learn about you and then provide feedback to help you feel better.
I have been working in the mental health field for over 20 years. I have worked with individuals, couples (Gottman Method), families, and groups. I have helped people work through issues related to anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, stress related issues and relationship problems. My goal is to help empower people to work through difficult times and often provide some new skills to cope when life gets rocky. I will listen to you and learn about you and then provide feedback to help you feel better.
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Laura Bickler
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, MA
Verified Verified
New Port Richey, FL 34655
Your issues may be stress, loneliness, sadness, frustration, or concern for a loved one. You are not alone and I am ready to walk with you and guide you toward a greater understanding of yourself. If you are in emotional pain, seeking help is the best thing you can do to achieve happiness and become your own best friend. This is the key to peace and happiness. The use of coping skills, boundary setting, and learning to navigate life's challenges will help you to achieve the personal freedom you deserve.
Your issues may be stress, loneliness, sadness, frustration, or concern for a loved one. You are not alone and I am ready to walk with you and guide you toward a greater understanding of yourself. If you are in emotional pain, seeking help is the best thing you can do to achieve happiness and become your own best friend. This is the key to peace and happiness. The use of coping skills, boundary setting, and learning to navigate life's challenges will help you to achieve the personal freedom you deserve.
![Photo of Jennifer Murray, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4fec3cba-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
You deserve a life of self-love, compassion, and healing. I specialize in working with people experiencing major life changes (new career, new family configuration, losing a loved one, romantic relationship ending or beginning), depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and adjustment issues. I encourage you to show up as your full-self and be seen. I view therapy as a partnership. You are the expert in your own experience, and I have expertise in mental health and healing.
You deserve a life of self-love, compassion, and healing. I specialize in working with people experiencing major life changes (new career, new family configuration, losing a loved one, romantic relationship ending or beginning), depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and adjustment issues. I encourage you to show up as your full-self and be seen. I view therapy as a partnership. You are the expert in your own experience, and I have expertise in mental health and healing.
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Ellie Mental Health and Growth and Acceptance LLC
Counselor, MS, EdS, CMHC
Verified Verified
New Port Richey, FL 34655
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked with children with significant behavioral concerns and their families for over 10 years. As a mother of children with significant behavioral concerns, I know how hard it can be to live with the judgment of others about your parenting and the internal struggle to help your child navigate their world successfully. I can help you find the right approach that doesn't take up all of your time and energy to implement. I specialize in working with parents to decrease problem behaviors and increase more prosocial ones. I will also work with your child to build skills in coping with frustration and the word "no".
I have worked with children with significant behavioral concerns and their families for over 10 years. As a mother of children with significant behavioral concerns, I know how hard it can be to live with the judgment of others about your parenting and the internal struggle to help your child navigate their world successfully. I can help you find the right approach that doesn't take up all of your time and energy to implement. I specialize in working with parents to decrease problem behaviors and increase more prosocial ones. I will also work with your child to build skills in coping with frustration and the word "no".
![Photo of Bj Develle, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/eb46df4b-045a-4dcd-8588-f8045edf6822/2/320x400.jpeg)
Are you struggling to find happiness and meaning? Are you and your partner struggling with your relationship and you aren't sure which direction to turn? Are you feeling held hostage by your child and unable to find direction? Do you feel stuck, like everything you have tried can't seem to make a difference? Are you a man struggling with the challenges of your life or the trauma you have endured? You found the right place to turn. I am ready to take those important steps towards a solution and healing.
Are you struggling to find happiness and meaning? Are you and your partner struggling with your relationship and you aren't sure which direction to turn? Are you feeling held hostage by your child and unable to find direction? Do you feel stuck, like everything you have tried can't seem to make a difference? Are you a man struggling with the challenges of your life or the trauma you have endured? You found the right place to turn. I am ready to take those important steps towards a solution and healing.
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I am a licensed mental health therapist and certified addiction professional. I have over 25 years of experience providing counseling services to individuals, couples, families and groups. Evening appointments are available. An income based sliding scale discount is offered.
I am a licensed mental health therapist and certified addiction professional. I have over 25 years of experience providing counseling services to individuals, couples, families and groups. Evening appointments are available. An income based sliding scale discount is offered.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in New Port Richey, FL
100+
Average cost per session
$120
Therapists in New Port Richey, FL who prioritize treating:
90% | Anxiety |
89% | Depression |
73% | Coping Skills |
70% | Self Esteem |
69% | Trauma and PTSD |
64% | Relationship Issues |
61% | Grief |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
86% | Cigna and Evernorth |
86% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
85% | Aetna |
How Therapists in New Port Richey, FL see their clients
78% | In Person and Online | |
22% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
18% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in New Port Richey?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.