Depression Therapists Available in Fort Myers
This page is for Florida residents in Fort Myers looking for online therapists who list depression as a specialty. Use this directory to compare clinicians by their therapy approaches, years of experience, and areas of focus related to depression, such as medication coordination, behavioral activation, or grief-related mood changes. Remember that a Florida licence covers the whole state, so being inside Florida is not a barrier to working with any clinician shown here. Read profiles to see who matches your needs and contact clinicians directly to ask about fit, approach, and whether they accept new clients.
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1. Geraldine Goldman, LCSW
Florida LCSW with 30 years experience
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Depression
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2. Rosalie Beauchamp, LCSW
Compassionate support for meaningful change
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes
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3. Ladonna Williams, LMHC
Florida LMHC with 20 years experience
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Grief · Self esteem · Coping with life changes
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Mindfulness Therapy
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4. Julian Echeverry, LMFT
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression
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5. Beth Chassin, LCSW
Support for relationships, grief, and life transitions
Works with Relationship · Family · Grief · Depression · Coping with life changes
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6. Latrice Scott, LMHC, LPC
Support for change, clarity, and resilience
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Anger · Depression · Coping with life changes · Addictions
Approaches Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) · Motivational Interviewing
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7. Gaileanne 'Alianna' Timmins, LCSW
Warm, collaborative therapy for life transitions
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Career · Depression · Coping with life changes
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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8. Kathleen Tilman, LCSW
Compassionate, tailored support for meaningful change
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes
Approaches Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Internal Family Systems
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9. Dr. Harry Henshaw, LMHC
Dr. Harry Henshaw, LMHC - 40 years experience
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Hypnotherapy · Trauma-Focused Therapy
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10. Brett Rhoden, LMFT
Experienced Florida LMFT for relationships and recovery
Works with Relationship · Parenting · Anger · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy
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11. Gerald Syrkett, LMHC
Support for anxiety, depression, addiction, and parenting
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Parenting · Depression · ADHD · Addictions
Approaches Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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12. Anthia Casanova, LMHC
Florida LMHC guiding personal growth
Works with Stress, Anxiety · LGBT · Relationship · Self esteem · Bipolar
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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13. Dr. Judith Evitt, LMHC, LPC
Doctoral-level therapist for trauma and recovery
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Existential Therapy
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14. Dedra McIntosh, LCSW
Trauma-informed support for growth and stronger relationships
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy
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15. Waitus Carter, LCSW
Support for grief, confidence, and change
Works with Grief · Self esteem · Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Relationship
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About depression therapy for people in Fort Myers
Everyone listed on this page holds a licence to practise in Florida and works online. That matters more than it sounds: a licence is issued by the state, not by a city, so a therapist is available to anyone in Florida regardless of how far away they are. Someone in Fort Myers can work with a therapist whose books would otherwise be out of reach.
2,162 therapists match this page, all of whom name depression among the areas they work with. Fifteen are shown above. The list changes between pages, so it is worth looking at more than one if none of these feels like a fit.
What to compare
- Credential. LMHC, LCSW and LMFT are different training routes to licensed practice in Florida, all overseen by the Florida Department of Health's Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling. None outranks the others; they shape emphasis rather than quality.
- Years in practice. Shown for every therapist here. More experience is not automatically better, but it is a fair proxy for how much of a given problem someone has seen.
- What else they work with. A therapist whose other focus areas overlap with your situation is usually a better starting point than one whose listed areas stop at the single thing you searched for.
- Approach. CBT, psychodynamic, solution-focused and the rest describe how sessions tend to run. If you have tried therapy before and it did not suit you, changing approach is often more useful than changing therapist.
- Language. Shown where a therapist offers sessions in more than English.
How online sessions work
Sessions run by video or by messaging, arranged through our partner platform rather than booked directly with the therapist. There is no travel and no waiting room, which for most people is the difference between starting and not starting. Pricing is set by the platform and shown before you commit.
Therapy in Fort Myers
Fort Myers has a population of about 86,395. Local in-person availability varies and waiting lists are common, which is part of why state-wide online practice has grown. Nothing on this page depends on a therapist being near you.
Common questions
How do I choose a clinician who specializes in depression?
Look for clinicians who describe specific depression treatments you’re comfortable with, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, or acceptance and commitment therapy. Compare their stated focus areas—like postpartum depression, chronic depression, or depression with anxiety—and read any notes about populations they commonly work with. Contact them to ask about their approach and whether they think it fits your situation.
Can online clinicians help with severe depression or suicidal thoughts?
Many clinicians list training and experience with more severe depression, but this directory does not evaluate crisis care. If you’re in immediate danger or have active suicidal plans, contact local emergency services or a crisis hotline right away. Ask clinicians up front how they handle risk assessment and crisis planning if you are concerned about safety during treatment.
What should I ask during an initial message or consultation about depression care?
Ask about the clinician’s experience treating depression, typical treatment methods, how they measure progress, and how they coordinate care with prescribers if you take medication. Also ask about session format, length, and whether they work with related issues like sleep problems, substance use, or trauma that can affect depression.
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