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LMHC Therapists Available in Lakeland

This page lists licensed mental health counselors (LMHC) who are available to clients in Lakeland and who provide online services across Florida. Use it if you are looking for a counselor who holds a Florida license and offers telehealth. Compare each provider’s specialties, treatment approaches, experience areas, and whether they work with adults, teens, couples or families. Remember: a Florida license covers the whole state, so being inside Florida is not a barrier when choosing a counselor who can work with you online.

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  1. 1. Francis Lopez, LMHC

    4 years in practice · English · Female

    Compassionate support for anxiety, trauma, and self-esteem

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes

    Continue with Francis Online sessions

  2. 2. Nancy Witter, LMHC

    12 years in practice · English · Female

    Florida LMHC focusing on anxiety and trauma

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Eating · Depression

    Continue with Nancy Online sessions

  3. 3. Felicity Palma, LPCC, LMHC

    5 years in practice · English · Female

    Compassionate therapy for growth and resilience

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

    Continue with Felicity Online sessions

  4. 4. Katharine Alfs, LMHC, LPC

    44 years in practice · English · Female

    Licensed counselor with 44 years' experience

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Grief · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

    Continue with Katharine Online sessions

  5. 5. Kellie Foster, LMHC, LCMHC

    13 years in practice · English · Female

    Collaborative, laid back online therapist for meaningful change

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes · Coaching

    Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

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  6. 6. Lena Longmire Lyons, LMHC

    15 years in practice · English · Female

    Support for anxiety, mood, and life stress

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Bipolar · Depression · Addictions · Relationship

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)

    Continue with Lena Online sessions

  7. 7. Thomas Dukes, LMHC

    28 years in practice · English · Male

    Experienced guidance for mental health and recovery

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Relationship · Grief · Depression

    Continue with Thomas Online sessions

  8. 8. Steven Clarke, LMHC

    9 years in practice · English · Male

    Practical support through life transitions

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Family · Grief · Depression · Coping with life changes

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

    Continue with Steven Online sessions

  9. 9. Kristin Mosley, LMHC

    10 years in practice · English · Female

    Empowering support for purpose, strength, and peace

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Parenting · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

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  10. 10. Sharon Wright, LMHC

    23 years in practice · English · Female

    Guiding clients toward sustainable change and growth

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Anger · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes

    Continue with Sharon Online sessions

  11. 11. Elaine Morris, LMHC

    21 years in practice · English · Female

    Compassionate support for change and resilience

    Works with Addictions · Relationship · Family · Self esteem · Career

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Motivational Interviewing

    Continue with Elaine Online sessions

  12. 12. Penelope Surber, LMHC

    8 years in practice · English · Female

    Trauma-informed Licensed Mental Health Counselor

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

    Continue with Penelope Online sessions

  13. 13. Tammy Horn, LMHC

    25 years in practice · English · Female

    Practical, hopeful counseling tailored to you

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Trauma and abuse · Intimacy-related issues · Depression

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

    Continue with Tammy Online sessions

  14. 14. April Wales, LMHC

    7 years in practice · English · Female

    Warm LMHC supporting stress and focus

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · ADHD · Family · Trauma and abuse · Grief

    Continue with April Online sessions

  15. 15. Kathleen Murphy, LMHC

    20 years in practice · English · Female

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Grief · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Existential Therapy

    Continue with Kathleen Online sessions

About mental health counselor therapy for people in Lakeland

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 Lakeland can work with a therapist whose books would otherwise be out of reach.

1,340 therapists match this page, all of whom name mental health counselor 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 Lakeland

Lakeland has a population of about 112,641. 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

What does LMHC mean and how is it different from other mental health credentials?

LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. It indicates specialized training and state licensure to provide clinical counseling services. Compared with other credentials, LMHC focuses on diagnosis and psychotherapy. If you want a counselor who lists LMHC after their name, look for their stated approaches, population focus, and experience to find a match for your needs.

How do I choose an LMHC from this Lakeland list?

Start by matching your primary concern—anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues—with the counselors’ specialties. Check their stated therapy approaches, populations served (teens, adults, couples), and any notes about virtual work. Read profiles for experience areas and decide which style and focus feel right to you before contacting a provider for an initial conversation.

Can an LMHC on this list legally provide services to someone who lives in Lakeland?

Yes. A Florida license covers the whole state, so counselors licensed in Florida may provide online services to people in Lakeland. Confirm in the profile that the counselor offers online appointments and is accepting new clients. If you have specific needs, look for counselors who list relevant specialties or experience working with similar concerns.

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