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Bay Area Behavioral Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Bay Area Behavioral Services

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
126 Lithia Pinecrest Rd, Brandon, FL 33511
Let's Connect (813) 435-6429
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With over 40 therapists, in 2 convenient locations, and now offering telehealth sessions (through video), Bay Area Behavioral Services offers years of clinical experience and multiple areas of expertise to provide individualized treatment. But one thing all of the clinicians have in common is a strength based, client centered approach. All of the clinicians are Masters level or licensed in the state of Florida.
We offer individual and family therapy, specializing in resolution of trauma related symptoms, adjusting to life changes, anxiety, and mood disorders. Many of our clinicians are also highly skilled in working with children and adolescents with impulsivity, defiance and behavioral difficulties.
Psychiatric services with medication management is also available for clients seeing one of our therapists.
Call or Bay Area Behavioral Services now for a free 15 minute consultation - (813) 435-6429

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Bay Area Behavioral Services

126 Lithia Pinecrest Rd

Brandon, FL 33511 map

(813) 435-6429

9310 North Armenia Avenue

Tampa, FL 33612 map

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Behavioral Issues and Depression 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (813) 435-6429
Photo of Kathy Dickson - Bay Area Behavioral Services, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Bay Area Behavioral Services

126 Lithia Pinecrest Rd

Brandon, FL 33511 map

(813) 435-6429

9310 North Armenia Avenue

Tampa, FL 33612 map

I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Behavioral Issues and Depression 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Payment Methods

Cash, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cenpatico - Sunshine State
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • CMS Title 19 - Title 21
  • Coventry
  • FL Healthy Kids plans
  • Florida Blue
  • Humana
  • Humana Medicaid
  • Medicaid
  • Optum
  • Sunshine Health
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Bay Area Behavioral Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (813) 435-6429
Photo of Kathy Dickson - Bay Area Behavioral Services, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Bay Area Behavioral Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (813) 435-6429

Qualifications

    Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Kathy Dickson

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Florida / SW7857 Kathy Dickson
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Florida State University, Graduated 1999
Photo of Kathy Dickson - Bay Area Behavioral Services, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Bay Area Behavioral Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (813) 435-6429
Photo of Kathy Dickson - Bay Area Behavioral Services, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Bay Area Behavioral Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (813) 435-6429

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Depression

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Adoption
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Cancer
  • Child
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Medication Management
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Transgender
  • Women's Issues
Photo of Kathy Dickson - Bay Area Behavioral Services, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Bay Area Behavioral Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (813) 435-6429
Photo of Kathy Dickson - Bay Area Behavioral Services, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Bay Area Behavioral Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (813) 435-6429

2 Endorsements

Melissa Collins
Melissa Collins
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Kathy has been in the business for over 25 years, and brings with her the expertise you would expect. She is compassionate, understanding, and guides with gentle strength. It was a privilege to work with and for her.
You Are Enough Therapy Services
You Are Enough Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Kathy is a legendary therapist. She is an excellent supervisor, who is always open, willing to hear people out, and offers unconditional positive regard, warmth and empathy to all who come to her for guidance.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Eclectic
  • EMDR
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Humanistic
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Relational
  • Sandplay
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Kathy Dickson - Bay Area Behavioral Services, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Bay Area Behavioral Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (813) 435-6429
Photo of Kathy Dickson - Bay Area Behavioral Services, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Bay Area Behavioral Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (813) 435-6429

Location

Primary Location

Bay Area Behavioral Services

126 Lithia Pinecrest Rd

Brandon, FL 33511

(813) 435-6429

Additional Location

9310 North Armenia Avenue

Tampa, FL 33612

(813) 435-6429
Photo of Kathy Dickson - Bay Area Behavioral Services, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Bay Area Behavioral Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (813) 435-6429
Photo of Kathy Dickson - Bay Area Behavioral Services, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Bay Area Behavioral Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (813) 435-6429