In Person Therapists in Lakeland, FL
I provide in-person and telehealth services at my offices in Polk County, Florida (individual or family) & telehealth services ONLY to remaining counties.
I use evidence-based psychotherapy and a 12-Step approach to treat substance abuse, reentry and thinking disorders because I believe the symptoms of substance intoxication and withdrawal are similar to the diagnostic criteria used to diagnose many mental health disorders and are frequently misdiagnosed. I also used EBP to treat other mental health concerns.
I provide in-person and telehealth services at my offices in Polk County, Florida (individual or family) & telehealth services ONLY to remaining counties.
I use evidence-based psychotherapy and a 12-Step approach to treat substance abuse, reentry and thinking disorders because I believe the symptoms of substance intoxication and withdrawal are similar to the diagnostic criteria used to diagnose many mental health disorders and are frequently misdiagnosed. I also used EBP to treat other mental health concerns.
I counsel from a Biblical worldview to help a variety of people who have been broken and challenged by the trials of life. I am a member of Focus on The Family's Christian Counselor Network. My 30 years in the business world, community and church service have prepared me to care for individuals in a particularly personal way. Life can be very hard, disappointing and messy! Guiding people back to a path of healing, hope, and fulfillment is something I am very passionate about !
I counsel from a Biblical worldview to help a variety of people who have been broken and challenged by the trials of life. I am a member of Focus on The Family's Christian Counselor Network. My 30 years in the business world, community and church service have prepared me to care for individuals in a particularly personal way. Life can be very hard, disappointing and messy! Guiding people back to a path of healing, hope, and fulfillment is something I am very passionate about !
I offer individual, couples, and family therapy (both in office & through telehealth).
In our first therapy session together, we'll start by going over the intake packet and discuss any questions you may have. We move on to introductions and establish rapport. Once you are comfortable, we can then discuss the specific challenges you're facing.
I offer individual, couples, and family therapy (both in office & through telehealth).
In our first therapy session together, we'll start by going over the intake packet and discuss any questions you may have. We move on to introductions and establish rapport. Once you are comfortable, we can then discuss the specific challenges you're facing.
I offer evening & weekend T/W/Th/Sat in-person sessions in Lakeland, FL.
I am accepting new clients in Lakeland, FL. Navigating relationships can be difficult with social media & outside opinions. It can feel draining when you are constantly second-guessing your place or that last conversation. When you are exhausted by repeated arguments and misunderstandings, it may feel like your relationships are more stressful, rather than supportive & loving. I specialize in working with young women who are struggling with relationship issues, anxiety, & attachment wounds. I help my clients move beyond surface-level coping skills to address the relationship patterns & attachment issues that keep them feeling stuck.
I offer evening & weekend T/W/Th/Sat in-person sessions in Lakeland, FL.
I am accepting new clients in Lakeland, FL. Navigating relationships can be difficult with social media & outside opinions. It can feel draining when you are constantly second-guessing your place or that last conversation. When you are exhausted by repeated arguments and misunderstandings, it may feel like your relationships are more stressful, rather than supportive & loving. I specialize in working with young women who are struggling with relationship issues, anxiety, & attachment wounds. I help my clients move beyond surface-level coping skills to address the relationship patterns & attachment issues that keep them feeling stuck.
Life can become overwhelming when emotions feel out of control or relationships start to suffer. You may find yourself stuck in patterns of worry, frustration, or sadness that you cannot seem to shake. My goal is to help you understand what is driving those emotions so you can regain a sense of balance and direction. Together we will identify what is keeping you from feeling steady, build emotional awareness, and develop tools that help you experience genuine growth and peace in your everyday life.
Life can become overwhelming when emotions feel out of control or relationships start to suffer. You may find yourself stuck in patterns of worry, frustration, or sadness that you cannot seem to shake. My goal is to help you understand what is driving those emotions so you can regain a sense of balance and direction. Together we will identify what is keeping you from feeling steady, build emotional awareness, and develop tools that help you experience genuine growth and peace in your everyday life.
In-person and virtual sessions available — meet in the way that works best for you.
The patterns we carry — the invisible "maps" we've built over a lifetime — shape every relationship, decision, and experience we have. Many were drawn long before we had the tools to choose differently. My work is about helping you see those patterns clearly and consciously redraw them. Whether you're working through relational wounds, life transitions, or simply a sense that something isn't working, I walk alongside you in a collaborative, compassionate restoration journey.
In-person and virtual sessions available — meet in the way that works best for you.
The patterns we carry — the invisible "maps" we've built over a lifetime — shape every relationship, decision, and experience we have. Many were drawn long before we had the tools to choose differently. My work is about helping you see those patterns clearly and consciously redraw them. Whether you're working through relational wounds, life transitions, or simply a sense that something isn't working, I walk alongside you in a collaborative, compassionate restoration journey.
Hope & Relief Counseling LLC- Londa Brown,
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
4 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33805
Hi, I’m Londa. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. I believe healing begins with a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, compassion, and collaboration. I meet each client where they are, honoring your unique story, strengths, and challenges while helping you navigate life’s stressors with greater clarity, confidence, and resilience.
Hi, I’m Londa. My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. I believe healing begins with a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, compassion, and collaboration. I meet each client where they are, honoring your unique story, strengths, and challenges while helping you navigate life’s stressors with greater clarity, confidence, and resilience.
I offer therapy sessions in-person and online via video.
Another fight? Another ugly stare? Another slammed door? I get it. Right now, the negative interactions probably seem to outweigh the positive ones. Or maybe, there is daily tension, anger, or resentment that continues to build causing long silences, avoidance, or loud and heated exchanges. It is possible to create the relationship you truly desire by making small, daily changes based on a realistic understanding of where you are and where you want to be. Stop running in circles and getting the same results. With time, practice, and a little patience, you will take control AND enjoy life.
I offer therapy sessions in-person and online via video.
Another fight? Another ugly stare? Another slammed door? I get it. Right now, the negative interactions probably seem to outweigh the positive ones. Or maybe, there is daily tension, anger, or resentment that continues to build causing long silences, avoidance, or loud and heated exchanges. It is possible to create the relationship you truly desire by making small, daily changes based on a realistic understanding of where you are and where you want to be. Stop running in circles and getting the same results. With time, practice, and a little patience, you will take control AND enjoy life.
I offer remote (video) and in-person sessions with varying hours Monday through Friday between 8am and 6pm.
There may be times in your life when you feel as if you are surviving life instead of enjoying it. Now may be one of those moments. Survival is an instinct that drives many human behaviors and is completely acceptable. Moving beyond survival requires support. Life can be challenging at times and seeking help with those challenges can be intimidating. If you are seeking emotional wellness, self-acceptance, personal growth, or help in finding answers, I invite you to call for consultation and determine whether I am the right therapist for you.
I offer remote (video) and in-person sessions with varying hours Monday through Friday between 8am and 6pm.
There may be times in your life when you feel as if you are surviving life instead of enjoying it. Now may be one of those moments. Survival is an instinct that drives many human behaviors and is completely acceptable. Moving beyond survival requires support. Life can be challenging at times and seeking help with those challenges can be intimidating. If you are seeking emotional wellness, self-acceptance, personal growth, or help in finding answers, I invite you to call for consultation and determine whether I am the right therapist for you.
Nido Qubein said, “Your present circumstances don't determine where you can go; they merely determine where you start." I seek to help my clients actualize their hopes for the future by helping them to navigate life’s challenges with compassionate and evidence-based care.
I am licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) who works with individuals facing a wide range of emotional and life challenges. I have vast experience in outpatient counseling and various treatment modalities. I always show up as my authentic self in session and I seek to create a space in which my clients feel safe to do the same.
Nido Qubein said, “Your present circumstances don't determine where you can go; they merely determine where you start." I seek to help my clients actualize their hopes for the future by helping them to navigate life’s challenges with compassionate and evidence-based care.
I am licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) who works with individuals facing a wide range of emotional and life challenges. I have vast experience in outpatient counseling and various treatment modalities. I always show up as my authentic self in session and I seek to create a space in which my clients feel safe to do the same.
Gracia Haygood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, QS
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33815
Waitlist for new clients
We all face different challenges throughout our lives. Whether you're dealing with addiction, anxiety, depression, general life stressors or relationship issues, I'm here to help. I have experience working with adolescents and adults at the outpatient level, leading group, and individual therapy. Also, I have several years in Intensive Outpatient care with adults. I work with people struggling with severe trauma, drug addiction, and mental health concerns. I offer individual and couples therapy.
We all face different challenges throughout our lives. Whether you're dealing with addiction, anxiety, depression, general life stressors or relationship issues, I'm here to help. I have experience working with adolescents and adults at the outpatient level, leading group, and individual therapy. Also, I have several years in Intensive Outpatient care with adults. I work with people struggling with severe trauma, drug addiction, and mental health concerns. I offer individual and couples therapy.
I believe therapy is a partnership, and my approach blends existential curiosity with practical strategies, offering both empathy and honest feedback to help you stay aligned with your goals. Together, we can transform life’s challenges into opportunities for growth, cultivate resilience through the resistance to change, and work toward a sense of purpose, direction, and meaning. My experience and educational background are ideal for those trying to find order in their chaos, and care in the midst of their struggles.
I believe therapy is a partnership, and my approach blends existential curiosity with practical strategies, offering both empathy and honest feedback to help you stay aligned with your goals. Together, we can transform life’s challenges into opportunities for growth, cultivate resilience through the resistance to change, and work toward a sense of purpose, direction, and meaning. My experience and educational background are ideal for those trying to find order in their chaos, and care in the midst of their struggles.
I work primarily in-person at my Lakeland, FL office.
Life presents many complexities and unknowns, which can cause us to question ourselves and our decisions. We may feel a crisis of meaning, and irritable reaching for clarity and peace. My practice consists of adults who experience depression, anxiety, or relational problems that can result from these struggles with life meaning. I am accepting new patients for psychoanalysis. This approach honors the wisdom of the inner world to find a sense of peace and acceptance for the outer world. It requires a commitment to honesty, truth, and personal responsibility. I am also a Florida qualified supervisor for counselors and postdocs.
I work primarily in-person at my Lakeland, FL office.
Life presents many complexities and unknowns, which can cause us to question ourselves and our decisions. We may feel a crisis of meaning, and irritable reaching for clarity and peace. My practice consists of adults who experience depression, anxiety, or relational problems that can result from these struggles with life meaning. I am accepting new patients for psychoanalysis. This approach honors the wisdom of the inner world to find a sense of peace and acceptance for the outer world. It requires a commitment to honesty, truth, and personal responsibility. I am also a Florida qualified supervisor for counselors and postdocs.
There comes a time when problems may arise in your life whether it is your home, job, school an everyday circumstance and you need to talk to someone who has a listening ear and a compassionate heart.
There comes a time when problems may arise in your life whether it is your home, job, school an everyday circumstance and you need to talk to someone who has a listening ear and a compassionate heart.
I will create a safe and supportive environment where you can process and express your emotions with acceptance and understanding, fostering healing and personal growth.
I will create a safe and supportive environment where you can process and express your emotions with acceptance and understanding, fostering healing and personal growth.
At Ascend, we recognize that everyone is doing their best while also wanting tools to more effectively face life’s challenges. We welcome individuals, couples, and families seeking support. Our diverse client community includes people working through anxiety, OCD, BPD, ADHD, depression, stress, emotion dysregulation, self-harm, addiction, trauma recovery, and relationship difficulties. We'll collaborate to build a treatment plan as unique as you are — one that moves you toward your goals, supports your growth, and opens the door to a more fulfilling life.
At Ascend, we recognize that everyone is doing their best while also wanting tools to more effectively face life’s challenges. We welcome individuals, couples, and families seeking support. Our diverse client community includes people working through anxiety, OCD, BPD, ADHD, depression, stress, emotion dysregulation, self-harm, addiction, trauma recovery, and relationship difficulties. We'll collaborate to build a treatment plan as unique as you are — one that moves you toward your goals, supports your growth, and opens the door to a more fulfilling life.
I love working with kids, teens and parents. It can be hard for kids & teens to understand their emotions and how to navigate the world that we live in. Whether it is problems at home, school, ADHD, anxiety, or something else, we can work to help your child improve their ability to not just survive but thrive in this ever changing world.
I also love to work with parents. Parenting is hard. Along with working with your child , I hope to partner with you to help you, help your child. While having a counselor to talk to is great, you as their parent are the most important relationship in your child's life.
I love working with kids, teens and parents. It can be hard for kids & teens to understand their emotions and how to navigate the world that we live in. Whether it is problems at home, school, ADHD, anxiety, or something else, we can work to help your child improve their ability to not just survive but thrive in this ever changing world.
I also love to work with parents. Parenting is hard. Along with working with your child , I hope to partner with you to help you, help your child. While having a counselor to talk to is great, you as their parent are the most important relationship in your child's life.
I offer both in person and telehealth sessions.
Hello! My name is Megan Smith, I am a therapist specialized in treating trauma, complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, and emotional dysregulation. Clients typically come to me with concerns such as, “I feel stuck and cannot get out of this cycle”, “I always seem to be in survival mode”, “I have no idea where to even start”, and more. Many issues such as traumatic or negative life event or hardships can leave clients struggling with self-doubt, low self-esteem, feeling unsafe, difficulty connecting with others, cycles of negative emotional and behavioral patterns, and relationship problems.
I offer both in person and telehealth sessions.
Hello! My name is Megan Smith, I am a therapist specialized in treating trauma, complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, and emotional dysregulation. Clients typically come to me with concerns such as, “I feel stuck and cannot get out of this cycle”, “I always seem to be in survival mode”, “I have no idea where to even start”, and more. Many issues such as traumatic or negative life event or hardships can leave clients struggling with self-doubt, low self-esteem, feeling unsafe, difficulty connecting with others, cycles of negative emotional and behavioral patterns, and relationship problems.
If OCD, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or perfectionism are making your world feel small, you’re not alone. I help adults untangle from fear so they can build a life rooted in freedom, meaning, and self-trust. Many of the people I work with feel overwhelmed by their thoughts, stuck in “what-ifs,” or exhausted from trying to manage anxiety on their own. Therapy can be a place to breathe again, feel understood, and learn evidence-based tools that genuinely help.
If OCD, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or perfectionism are making your world feel small, you’re not alone. I help adults untangle from fear so they can build a life rooted in freedom, meaning, and self-trust. Many of the people I work with feel overwhelmed by their thoughts, stuck in “what-ifs,” or exhausted from trying to manage anxiety on their own. Therapy can be a place to breathe again, feel understood, and learn evidence-based tools that genuinely help.
I offer in-person and telehealth sessions.
My counseling approach is client-centered and goal-oriented. By definition, this allows individuals to experience growth, positive outcomes, and fulfillment by actively participating in his or her own therapy in order to create change. Often, people lose hope when they think that things will never be different. They try and struggle and sometimes fail. But, you have an opportunity to think differently, relate differently, and move from negativity to positive behaviors which will result in pease of mind and promote strong interpersonal relationships.
I offer in-person and telehealth sessions.
My counseling approach is client-centered and goal-oriented. By definition, this allows individuals to experience growth, positive outcomes, and fulfillment by actively participating in his or her own therapy in order to create change. Often, people lose hope when they think that things will never be different. They try and struggle and sometimes fail. But, you have an opportunity to think differently, relate differently, and move from negativity to positive behaviors which will result in pease of mind and promote strong interpersonal relationships.
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FAQ - About In Person Therapy
What are the benefits of in-person therapy?
In-person therapy offers several benefits that some people find highly valuable for their mental health treatment. Being present in the same room as your therapist can create a stronger sense of connection and allow for more nuanced communication through body language. Some people may also find it easier to focus in therapy when they are in a dedicated space and away from potential distractions related to home or work; attending an in-person session provides a clear boundary between therapy time and the rest of your life. For certain therapeutic approaches, such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), exposure therapy, or somatic therapy, being in person may be particularly important, as these therapies benefit from the therapist being able to observe and respond to a client’s physical cues effectively. Additionally, some individuals simply feel more comfortable discussing sensitive or painful topics when they are face-to-face with their therapist rather than on a screen.
When should I choose in-person therapy over online therapy?
In-person therapy may be a better choice when you need a structured therapeutic environment separate from your daily life, when you find it difficult to focus or feel comfortable in an online setting, or when privacy at home is a concern. It may also be more appropriate if you are dealing with severe mental health symptoms that require close monitoring or if your therapy involves approaches that rely heavily on observing physical cues. On the other hand, if convenience, scheduling flexibility, or access to specialists outside your immediate area are priorities, online therapy may be a better fit. Many therapists offer both options, so you can also discuss with a provider which format might work best for your specific situation.
How do I find an in-person therapist?
You can use Psychology Today's therapist directory to find an in-person therapist in your area. You can search by location, insurance accepted, specialty areas, therapeutic approaches, and other criteria to narrow down providers who meet your needs. Each therapist profile includes information about their credentials, areas of expertise, and whether they offer in-person sessions. Once you have identified potential therapists, you can contact them directly through the directory to schedule an initial consultation and determine whether they are a good fit before committing to ongoing treatment. When reaching out, it can be helpful to confirm their availability for in-person appointments, their office location, and whether they accept your insurance.