Depression Therapists Available in Winter Haven
This page is for people in Winter Haven looking for online therapists who work with depression and are licensed in Florida. Use this directory to compare clinicians by their specialties, therapy approaches, and preferred client age groups. Look for therapists who mention depression, mood disorders, or related issues such as low motivation, persistent sadness, or sleep and appetite changes. A Florida licence covers the whole state, so being elsewhere in Florida is not a barrier to working with any clinician listed here. Review profiles to find a clinician whose methods and experience match your needs before reaching out.
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1. Kimberly Nixon, LCSW
Strengths-based therapy for life transitions and emotional wellbeing
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Self esteem · Coping with life changes
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Mindfulness Therapy
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2. Wayne Rowan, LCSW
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Depression
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Existential Therapy
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3. Kay Carsto, LMHC
Florida LMHC specializing in anxiety and addictions
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · LGBT · Intimacy-related issues · Depression
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4. Novlett Mckenzie, LCSW
Florida LCSW supporting stress and relationships
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Grief · Self esteem · Depression
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5. Kristin Mosley, LMHC
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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6. Sarah Cooper, LMHC
Support for anxiety, relationships, and life transitions
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Family · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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7. Tomeka Bright, LPC, LMHC
Warm, collaborative therapy for anxiety, trauma, and relationships
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Family · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression
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8. Darsell Harris, LMHC
Florida LMHC supporting multicultural and military youth
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Relationship · Intimacy-related issues · Depression
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9. Shari Hull, LCSW
Florida LCSW for stress and relationships
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Anger · Depression · Coping with life changes
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10. Lillian Cunningham, LMHC
Trauma-informed therapy focused on goals and growth
Works with Stress, Anxiety · LGBT · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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11. Cheryl Scott, LMHC
Direct, practical counseling for lasting change
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) · Hypnotherapy
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12. Gabrielle Gough, LCSW
Support for grief, anxiety, and life transitions
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Grief · Depression · Compassion fatigue
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13. Telisa Hayden, LMHC
Compassionate counseling for meaningful, lasting change
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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14. Dr. Sarita Schapiro, FL Psychologist
Practical solution-focused Florida psychologist
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Family · Grief · Depression
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Solution-Focused Therapy
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15. Dr. Kathleen "Kathy" Meeks, LMFT
Relationship and intimacy-focused care with a holistic lens
Works with Relationship · Family · Trauma and abuse · Intimacy-related issues · Depression
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy
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About depression therapy for people in Winter Haven
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 Winter Haven 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 Winter Haven
Winter Haven has a population of about 49,219. 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 know which therapist is best for my type of depression?
Look at each clinician’s stated specialties, treatment approaches, and experience with depression subtypes (major depression, persistent depressive disorder, postpartum depression, etc.). Note the therapies they use, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or interpersonal therapy, and the populations they serve. Match those details to the symptoms and life context you want addressed.
Can I work with a clinician in this directory if I live in Winter Haven but travel to another Florida city?
Yes. A Florida licence covers the whole state, so clinicians listed as licensed in Florida may accept clients who are in other Florida cities at the time of sessions. Confirm any location-related restrictions directly with the clinician before beginning care to make sure they can legally and practically serve you while you travel.
What should I ask during an initial contact when my main concern is depression?
Ask about the clinician’s experience treating depression, common treatment plans they use, session structure, and how they measure progress. Mention specific symptoms you have, any previous treatments, medications, and goals for therapy. Also ask about their approach to crisis situations and how they coordinate care with other providers if needed.
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