Therapists in San Mateo, FL
![Photo of John Watts, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b6f09c71-cbaf-496c-9829-2715b0ea2903/1/320x400.png)
Welcome to my virtual office. I am currently offering TeleHealth sessions. I am a LCSW, licensed psychotherapist with 20 years of experience and 25 years of social services and ministry outreach, providing individual and family therapy by utilizing a strengths-based, collaborative, holistic approach, allowing me to gain a clearer sense of my clients' mental, emotional, social, and spiritual needs and find viable and alternative solutions to reach a more balanced and optimal level of coping and functioning.
Welcome to my virtual office. I am currently offering TeleHealth sessions. I am a LCSW, licensed psychotherapist with 20 years of experience and 25 years of social services and ministry outreach, providing individual and family therapy by utilizing a strengths-based, collaborative, holistic approach, allowing me to gain a clearer sense of my clients' mental, emotional, social, and spiritual needs and find viable and alternative solutions to reach a more balanced and optimal level of coping and functioning.
![Photo of Crystal Gillette-Copeland, LCMHC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/650b2152-960e-449e-a291-2364c029f194/1/320x400.jpeg)
Crystal Gillette-Copeland
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
San Mateo, FL 32187
Hi! My name is Crystal, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with more than 20 years of experience in the psychological realm. I feel that, if a person trusts me with painful information, it is a gift of trust. I am person-centered and empathic in my practice, and I love to watch growth in a person's mental health, thus their improved quality of life. With over 20 years of psychological experience, I have worked with almost every mental health population from children to late adulthood. I currently focus on teen to late adult years and their accompanying mental health needs.
Hi! My name is Crystal, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with more than 20 years of experience in the psychological realm. I feel that, if a person trusts me with painful information, it is a gift of trust. I am person-centered and empathic in my practice, and I love to watch growth in a person's mental health, thus their improved quality of life. With over 20 years of psychological experience, I have worked with almost every mental health population from children to late adulthood. I currently focus on teen to late adult years and their accompanying mental health needs.
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![Photo of Steven Pinkert - Buprenorphine Treatment Centers Inc, MD](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5a05f273-c2ec-42b9-af4f-94e4459a665a/2/320x400.jpeg)
All of our services are outpatient - office based treatment. Our patients are initially seen to determine if they are suffering from Opioid Use Disorder and if they are appropriate for Buprenorphine Treatment with Subutex or Suboxone. Patients undergo an induction and stabilization period that will require more frequent visits but our expectation is that patients can be stable with monthly medication visits. In addition our patients attend a group therapy session once a month or more frequently if they are having difficulty with compliance. Patients are given random drug screens and pills are counted at least at each medication visit.
All of our services are outpatient - office based treatment. Our patients are initially seen to determine if they are suffering from Opioid Use Disorder and if they are appropriate for Buprenorphine Treatment with Subutex or Suboxone. Patients undergo an induction and stabilization period that will require more frequent visits but our expectation is that patients can be stable with monthly medication visits. In addition our patients attend a group therapy session once a month or more frequently if they are having difficulty with compliance. Patients are given random drug screens and pills are counted at least at each medication visit.
![Photo of Katherine Bishop, LPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f1fa7933-c226-491a-a6f0-dd69f7297914/2/320x400.jpeg)
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults, dealing with trauma and abuse, as well as adjustment issues. I also work with families to increase effective parenting and communication. As a former military spouse, I am well versed in the complexities of military life and transitions and the hardships these present within the family unit.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults, dealing with trauma and abuse, as well as adjustment issues. I also work with families to increase effective parenting and communication. As a former military spouse, I am well versed in the complexities of military life and transitions and the hardships these present within the family unit.
![Photo of Phylice Kessler, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4d524ab4-c25e-4b1f-b796-b00ccecb8dec/2/320x400.png)
Phylice Kessler MH 20602 Phylice has more than 25 years of experience and uses her expertise to help others heal and transform. She creates individualized treatment plans utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT, EMDR, acceptance and commitment therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, meditation, positive psychology, and yoga. Phylice has an integrative approach and uses her counseling education and life-coaching skills to help her patients reach attainable goals. I typically work with individuals struggling with anxiety and depression. Many are unhappy with their current lives.
Phylice Kessler MH 20602 Phylice has more than 25 years of experience and uses her expertise to help others heal and transform. She creates individualized treatment plans utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT, EMDR, acceptance and commitment therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, meditation, positive psychology, and yoga. Phylice has an integrative approach and uses her counseling education and life-coaching skills to help her patients reach attainable goals. I typically work with individuals struggling with anxiety and depression. Many are unhappy with their current lives.
![Photo of Doris A Carroll, LMHC, MCAP, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f46a6ef9-e98f-462b-a402-9dfd6b1c42cf/2/320x400.jpeg)
I specialize in using EMDR and other proven methods to assist people in their struggle to be free from trauma, drug and alcohol abuse and other related behavioral health and relational issues. Our goals become what the client needs and my experiences in the field with trauma and self harm helps clients reach their goals. Whether the goal is to be be happy, healthy and drug free, or to stop reoccurring negative thoughts we work together.
I specialize in using EMDR and other proven methods to assist people in their struggle to be free from trauma, drug and alcohol abuse and other related behavioral health and relational issues. Our goals become what the client needs and my experiences in the field with trauma and self harm helps clients reach their goals. Whether the goal is to be be happy, healthy and drug free, or to stop reoccurring negative thoughts we work together.
![Photo of Melissa Muller, MA, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/59d3d118-0ed6-4ccd-a477-9312a6bfbcdf/3/320x400.jpeg)
Reaching out for help is a big step. Would you like to make positive changes but are having difficulty following through? Do you have negative and self-defeating thoughts causing problems in your life? I believe you are the expert on your life and I have the psychological background for us to work as a team. I use an eclectic approach including the therapeutic relationship with a positive focus on the individual and the changes to be made. Therapy is nonjudgmental, positive, and accepting of all people.
Reaching out for help is a big step. Would you like to make positive changes but are having difficulty following through? Do you have negative and self-defeating thoughts causing problems in your life? I believe you are the expert on your life and I have the psychological background for us to work as a team. I use an eclectic approach including the therapeutic relationship with a positive focus on the individual and the changes to be made. Therapy is nonjudgmental, positive, and accepting of all people.
![Photo of Brandi Winkelman, IMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2dbcd313-01e4-4186-af92-10e84c9fc6bd/1/320x400.jpeg)
Our ways to manage stress and the impact on our relationships have long been stretched to the limit. We try so hard to work through issues with our partners, family members, and friends. But sometimes we get stuck in a loop in our attempts, and over time become exhausted by even trying. Whether you're stuck in your relationship, or stuck in your patterns, call me when you're ready to make lasting change. Let's get to the changes you want, and the places you want to be in with your life, work, and relationships.
Our ways to manage stress and the impact on our relationships have long been stretched to the limit. We try so hard to work through issues with our partners, family members, and friends. But sometimes we get stuck in a loop in our attempts, and over time become exhausted by even trying. Whether you're stuck in your relationship, or stuck in your patterns, call me when you're ready to make lasting change. Let's get to the changes you want, and the places you want to be in with your life, work, and relationships.
![Photo of Stephanie Lugo, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7fd5a453-169a-42a1-8bd5-f0882a654344/1/320x400.jpeg)
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, career difficulties, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, career difficulties, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
![Photo of Stephanie Brinkley Wellon - Brinkwell Therapy & Counseling, MEd, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/40a3af2a-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
So you’ve finally made a decision to reach out for help and you’ve realized that you can’t do this alone. No need to worry or feel ashamed because I am here. Brinkwell offers an eclectic approach to therapy, using the most current research and evidenced based approaches to address issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, emotional/behavioral, marital, parenting issues of concern. Stephanie Wellon LMHC is also an Author, Parenting Facilitator and Motivational Speaker. Stephanie is the author of the Misty Twisty Knot Series (Understanding Emotions and Behaviors Associated With Anxiety). Serving Children, Adolescents and Adults.
So you’ve finally made a decision to reach out for help and you’ve realized that you can’t do this alone. No need to worry or feel ashamed because I am here. Brinkwell offers an eclectic approach to therapy, using the most current research and evidenced based approaches to address issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, emotional/behavioral, marital, parenting issues of concern. Stephanie Wellon LMHC is also an Author, Parenting Facilitator and Motivational Speaker. Stephanie is the author of the Misty Twisty Knot Series (Understanding Emotions and Behaviors Associated With Anxiety). Serving Children, Adolescents and Adults.
![Photo of Christine Swiersz, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0a14dbf1-a82c-4d87-bf7c-d676a795f859/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hi! My name is Christine Swiersz. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida. I am a warm, supportive therapist who specializes in helping adults of all ages who are experiencing anxiety, stress, or depression. My professional goal is to help others find the peace they want and need in their daily lives. I will support you by helping you to address your feelings while assisting you in gaining the tools and skills to successfully overcome feelings of anxiety or depression. I am driven to do this work daily by the joy that I experience when I assist a client to make progress toward obtaining the peace that they are seeking.
Hi! My name is Christine Swiersz. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida. I am a warm, supportive therapist who specializes in helping adults of all ages who are experiencing anxiety, stress, or depression. My professional goal is to help others find the peace they want and need in their daily lives. I will support you by helping you to address your feelings while assisting you in gaining the tools and skills to successfully overcome feelings of anxiety or depression. I am driven to do this work daily by the joy that I experience when I assist a client to make progress toward obtaining the peace that they are seeking.
![Photo of Candance Gilberstadt, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5f3c2ccb-e28d-4069-a04d-c8fa79395d6a/1/320x400.png)
Greetings. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience working with children and families across a variety of domains, with the last five years being in clinical counseling. I earned a BS and MS and psychology from the University of North Florida, with a focus on developmental and general psychology. Additionally, I have an MSW from Albany State University, focusing on clinical social work. I have provided various counseling/therapy to individuals and families from different demographics.
Greetings. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience working with children and families across a variety of domains, with the last five years being in clinical counseling. I earned a BS and MS and psychology from the University of North Florida, with a focus on developmental and general psychology. Additionally, I have an MSW from Albany State University, focusing on clinical social work. I have provided various counseling/therapy to individuals and families from different demographics.
![Photo of Venessa Thomas - A Better Life and Community, LLC, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/010d38df-3a49-4e65-8462-794d764c0091/2/320x400.jpeg)
"Counseling wherever and whenever you are ready". Providing mental health and substance abuse services for the past eight (8) years to children, adolescents, and adults has made me a firm believer that access to counseling services should be a human right and not a privilege due to socioeconomic status.
"Counseling wherever and whenever you are ready". Providing mental health and substance abuse services for the past eight (8) years to children, adolescents, and adults has made me a firm believer that access to counseling services should be a human right and not a privilege due to socioeconomic status.
![Photo of William Toth, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/541345c1-4fc7-4456-bafb-a98a1920f96f/1/320x400.png)
Hello, my name is William Emory Toth. I am a licensed mental health counselor with over 24 years of clinical experience. My primary focus is depression, anxiety, substance abuse, marital/couples' issues, stress reduction, and other mental or emotional disturbances. I utilize therapeutic interventions, which include Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Supportive, Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Couples Therapy, and Interpersonal therapies. I believe in always aiming to provide quality care for all of those in need.
Hello, my name is William Emory Toth. I am a licensed mental health counselor with over 24 years of clinical experience. My primary focus is depression, anxiety, substance abuse, marital/couples' issues, stress reduction, and other mental or emotional disturbances. I utilize therapeutic interventions, which include Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Supportive, Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Couples Therapy, and Interpersonal therapies. I believe in always aiming to provide quality care for all of those in need.
![Photo of Julie Williams, LPCC-S](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8089fd4c-d090-412e-b5c0-4305fb1d58a0/2/320x400.jpeg)
Julie Williams, LPCC-S is a licensed therapist in Kentucky specializing in mood disorder, LGBTQ, anxiety, and anger management, trauma, as well as helping those with Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder(ADHD).
Julie Williams, LPCC-S is a licensed therapist in Kentucky specializing in mood disorder, LGBTQ, anxiety, and anger management, trauma, as well as helping those with Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder(ADHD).
![Photo of Kimberly Simmons, MS, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/10af1e7a-1313-4c9f-8e01-a5129086a574/1/320x400.jpeg)
Welcome to the start of a new life and a more well-balanced YOU. All too often we find ourselves in need of a little bit of validation, assurance, or direction. It is my professional belief that seeking therapy is the first step to empowerment and healing.
Welcome to the start of a new life and a more well-balanced YOU. All too often we find ourselves in need of a little bit of validation, assurance, or direction. It is my professional belief that seeking therapy is the first step to empowerment and healing.
![Photo of James Mitchell, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/408a4c50-7465-401b-b695-959b42f93ce8/1/320x400.png)
Hello, I'm James Mitchell, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a client-centered approach to therapy. My focuses of practice are on the LGBTQ+ community, Veterans with adjustment issues, trauma, and mood disorders, and anyone seeking to improve their coping skills and find solutions for to make life more about living and less about just surviving!
Hello, I'm James Mitchell, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a client-centered approach to therapy. My focuses of practice are on the LGBTQ+ community, Veterans with adjustment issues, trauma, and mood disorders, and anyone seeking to improve their coping skills and find solutions for to make life more about living and less about just surviving!
![Photo of Judy Seymour, IMH, #20361](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bbb11435-b4e5-45a0-b59a-74164a67ab04/2/320x400.jpeg)
Judy Seymour
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, IMH, #20361
Verified Verified
Palatka, FL 32177
They want to be heard, validated, and given a sense of direction. One reason is that some may feel hopeless about their circumstances and their future. Others may feel helpless about their ability to change their lives due to past traumatic experiences.
They want to be heard, validated, and given a sense of direction. One reason is that some may feel hopeless about their circumstances and their future. Others may feel helpless about their ability to change their lives due to past traumatic experiences.
![Photo of Jessica Bechtold - CDS Family and Behavioral Health Services](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3a6ee48c-f6f8-4d7d-9daa-dcc6b04ba74a/2/320x400.png)
All CDS Family and Behavioral Health services are FREE of cost to families and youth. CDS provides free non-residential prevention counseling services and short-term residential stays for youth ages 6-17 (Non-residential) and 10-17 (residential) and their families. One of the main goals of our programs is prevention. To this, we try to address the problematic behaviors before they are beyond the control of the youth or the parent. Non Residential provides 12 weeks of free counseling and/or Case management for ungovernable or at risk youth while also working with the family system.
All CDS Family and Behavioral Health services are FREE of cost to families and youth. CDS provides free non-residential prevention counseling services and short-term residential stays for youth ages 6-17 (Non-residential) and 10-17 (residential) and their families. One of the main goals of our programs is prevention. To this, we try to address the problematic behaviors before they are beyond the control of the youth or the parent. Non Residential provides 12 weeks of free counseling and/or Case management for ungovernable or at risk youth while also working with the family system.
![Photo of Amie Ortiz, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/781ca50d-9a2a-42cc-a4d0-49e2ed2a55af/1/320x400.png)
I am a licensed mental health counselor with seven years of clinical experience. I have helped individuals and minors work through trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, divorce care, adjustment concerns, career changes, and many other challenges. Some treatment methods I have used are Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Relational, Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Expressive Arts, and Motivational Interviewing. I believe that together we can identify what you need to live a more fulfilled life.
I am a licensed mental health counselor with seven years of clinical experience. I have helped individuals and minors work through trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, divorce care, adjustment concerns, career changes, and many other challenges. Some treatment methods I have used are Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Relational, Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Expressive Arts, and Motivational Interviewing. I believe that together we can identify what you need to live a more fulfilled life.
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Number of Therapists in San Mateo, FL
< 10
Therapists in San Mateo, FL who prioritize treating:
100% | Depression |
100% | Anxiety |
100% | ADHD |
100% | Grief |
100% | Anger Management |
100% | Bipolar Disorder |
100% | Coping Skills |
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | Aetna |
100% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
100% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in San Mateo, FL see their clients
100% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
50% | Female | |
50% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in San Mateo?
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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.