CHAMPVA Therapists in Lutz, FL
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Do you feel hopeless or unworthy of love? Whether you are a teen or an adult, I am here to tell you that YOU deserve a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning! I work with adolescents and adults that are experiencing depression, anxiety, and/or trauma that is inhibiting their everyday lives.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Do you feel hopeless or unworthy of love? Whether you are a teen or an adult, I am here to tell you that YOU deserve a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning! I work with adolescents and adults that are experiencing depression, anxiety, and/or trauma that is inhibiting their everyday lives.
Many Black men carry responsibility, emotion, and expectation without having a space to process what they’re carrying. Over time, this can show up as stress, anger, anxiety, and feeling worn down. I provide individual therapy for Black men and for adolescents who need a space where they are understood. I also help parents and caregivers — especially those raising Black and Brown boys and families in blended or co-parenting systems — build clarity, connection, and consistent discipline. My approach is relational, culturally informed, and focused on helping you understand patterns, reduce overwhelm, and strengthen your family system.
Many Black men carry responsibility, emotion, and expectation without having a space to process what they’re carrying. Over time, this can show up as stress, anger, anxiety, and feeling worn down. I provide individual therapy for Black men and for adolescents who need a space where they are understood. I also help parents and caregivers — especially those raising Black and Brown boys and families in blended or co-parenting systems — build clarity, connection, and consistent discipline. My approach is relational, culturally informed, and focused on helping you understand patterns, reduce overwhelm, and strengthen your family system.
My ideal client is someone struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship issues. They feel stuck or overwhelmed, seeking clarity and relief. Their goal is to regain control of their emotional well-being, improve their relationships, and navigate life transitions with confidence and peace of mind. They want to feel heard and supported in their healing journey.
My ideal client is someone struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship issues. They feel stuck or overwhelmed, seeking clarity and relief. Their goal is to regain control of their emotional well-being, improve their relationships, and navigate life transitions with confidence and peace of mind. They want to feel heard and supported in their healing journey.
My ideal clients are children, teens, and young adults who are struggling with anxiety, trauma, emotional regulation, or life transitions. They may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to cope or express their emotions.
They want relief, confidence, and practical tools to manage their feelings and build healthier relationships. My clients are seeking growth, healing, and a safe space where they can show up as they are. My goal is to help them build resilience, confidence, and lasting emotional tools.
My ideal clients are children, teens, and young adults who are struggling with anxiety, trauma, emotional regulation, or life transitions. They may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to cope or express their emotions.
They want relief, confidence, and practical tools to manage their feelings and build healthier relationships. My clients are seeking growth, healing, and a safe space where they can show up as they are. My goal is to help them build resilience, confidence, and lasting emotional tools.
Do you need someone to talk to?
Do you feel like your mind is constantly running - juggling responsibilities, anticipating everyone else’s needs, and struggling to slow down or shut it off? You may be the person others rely on when their lives feel overwhelming, yet privately wonder who is there for you.
Do you need someone to talk to?
Do you feel like your mind is constantly running - juggling responsibilities, anticipating everyone else’s needs, and struggling to slow down or shut it off? You may be the person others rely on when their lives feel overwhelming, yet privately wonder who is there for you.
I work with teens and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and feelings of isolation. These individuals may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected—from themselves or others. Some are working through past experiences that continue to impact their daily lives, while others are struggling to manage the pressure of relationships, school, work, or simply getting through the day. Another area that I specialize in, would be with individuals who are dealing with the emotional toll of chronic pain or with any athletes facing the pressure to perform, identity struggles, or physical setbacks.
I work with teens and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and feelings of isolation. These individuals may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected—from themselves or others. Some are working through past experiences that continue to impact their daily lives, while others are struggling to manage the pressure of relationships, school, work, or simply getting through the day. Another area that I specialize in, would be with individuals who are dealing with the emotional toll of chronic pain or with any athletes facing the pressure to perform, identity struggles, or physical setbacks.
Therapy for Anxiety/
Anxiety symptoms are on the rise for many reasons: personal, situational, work, relationship, environmental and brain wise. You may now be recognizing you have always had some level of anxiety symptoms or you have noticed recently you are simply struggling to navigate these new and unpleasant symptoms due to recent events. Life at times can be more complex to cope with than other times in your life.
So whether it is ongoing or situational you are not alone.
Anxiety has a mental component and a physical sensory component; you feel it.
In addition to traditional Cognitive talk therapy I also
Therapy for Anxiety/
Anxiety symptoms are on the rise for many reasons: personal, situational, work, relationship, environmental and brain wise. You may now be recognizing you have always had some level of anxiety symptoms or you have noticed recently you are simply struggling to navigate these new and unpleasant symptoms due to recent events. Life at times can be more complex to cope with than other times in your life.
So whether it is ongoing or situational you are not alone.
Anxiety has a mental component and a physical sensory component; you feel it.
In addition to traditional Cognitive talk therapy I also
I am in-network with Cigna, Tricare, Florida Blue, ChampVA, Aetna, ComPsych, Multiplan, Humana, New Directions, Aetna Better Health, and all Florida based BCBS plans.
Are you struggling with anxiety, anger, despair, boredom, or depression? I help teens and adults recover from trauma, burnout, chronic stress, grief, narcissistic abuse, attachment wounds, panic attacks, and relationship struggles. Many of the clients I work with people-please, shut down emotionally, overfunction for others, or feel disconnected from their partner while stuck in painful relationship patterns that leave them doubting themselves. Together, we work to process underlying experiences, build self-trust, and create healthier patterns and more secure connections.
I am in-network with Cigna, Tricare, Florida Blue, ChampVA, Aetna, ComPsych, Multiplan, Humana, New Directions, Aetna Better Health, and all Florida based BCBS plans.
Are you struggling with anxiety, anger, despair, boredom, or depression? I help teens and adults recover from trauma, burnout, chronic stress, grief, narcissistic abuse, attachment wounds, panic attacks, and relationship struggles. Many of the clients I work with people-please, shut down emotionally, overfunction for others, or feel disconnected from their partner while stuck in painful relationship patterns that leave them doubting themselves. Together, we work to process underlying experiences, build self-trust, and create healthier patterns and more secure connections.
Hello, hi, heyy, wut up, hola! My name is Kortney Ploski. I am the owner and lead therapist at Resilience Mental Health Services, Tampa. I am a qualified mental health professional and Licensed Registered Mental Health Intern, with over 7 years of mental health experience. I received my undergraduate degree from the University of South Florida. I graduated my masters level education with honors granted from International Honors Society of Psychology at Nova Southeastern University.
Hello, hi, heyy, wut up, hola! My name is Kortney Ploski. I am the owner and lead therapist at Resilience Mental Health Services, Tampa. I am a qualified mental health professional and Licensed Registered Mental Health Intern, with over 7 years of mental health experience. I received my undergraduate degree from the University of South Florida. I graduated my masters level education with honors granted from International Honors Society of Psychology at Nova Southeastern University.
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Book with me now by clicking on my website. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida and have worked in the mental health field for 26 years. My Degree is in Mental Health Counseling. Throughout my career I have worked in many community settings and have worked with children, adolescents, families, and individuals, Military and First Responders with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, parenting, family conflict, couples, grief and loss.
Book with me now by clicking on my website. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida and have worked in the mental health field for 26 years. My Degree is in Mental Health Counseling. Throughout my career I have worked in many community settings and have worked with children, adolescents, families, and individuals, Military and First Responders with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, parenting, family conflict, couples, grief and loss.
I am accepting new Tele-Therapy individuals & couples in Oregon and Florida. It takes a lot of courage to admit you need help. However, it's the first step. I am excited to work with a vast array of clients, including those in the LGBTQ+/BDSM/Kink/Consensual Non-Monogamy community and those with religious shame, veterans, & those with criminal & substance use histories. If you are seeking internal stability and grounding, I would love to help facilitate personal growth in a compassionate and safe environment. My goal is to help you move towards self-acceptance and away from shame.
I am accepting new Tele-Therapy individuals & couples in Oregon and Florida. It takes a lot of courage to admit you need help. However, it's the first step. I am excited to work with a vast array of clients, including those in the LGBTQ+/BDSM/Kink/Consensual Non-Monogamy community and those with religious shame, veterans, & those with criminal & substance use histories. If you are seeking internal stability and grounding, I would love to help facilitate personal growth in a compassionate and safe environment. My goal is to help you move towards self-acceptance and away from shame.
I am a dedicated and compassionate Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern with a wealth of experience in mental health care. With a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Nova Southeastern University, my expertise spans across providing therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults coping with a variety of mental health diagnoses.
I am a dedicated and compassionate Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern with a wealth of experience in mental health care. With a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Nova Southeastern University, my expertise spans across providing therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults coping with a variety of mental health diagnoses.
Congratulations on taking the first steps to bettering your wellbeing! As a mental health counselor, I am passionate about supporting my clients through periods of uncertainty and stress, helping them develop practical strategies for managing anxiety, depression, self-confidence, and adapting to change.
Congratulations on taking the first steps to bettering your wellbeing! As a mental health counselor, I am passionate about supporting my clients through periods of uncertainty and stress, helping them develop practical strategies for managing anxiety, depression, self-confidence, and adapting to change.
Addiction, trauma, LGBTQ+ affirming, anxiety, depression and many others. Please reach out to Recovery Pathway Counseling LLC to help guide you on your path of recovery and healing. We have a team of qualified professionals ready to help you. Visit our website to see our amazing team! We offer therapy for adults, children, family therapy, and couples therapy. "We are all warriors, you never know the battles that each of us face daily but you are not alone." -Michelle Pastor
Addiction, trauma, LGBTQ+ affirming, anxiety, depression and many others. Please reach out to Recovery Pathway Counseling LLC to help guide you on your path of recovery and healing. We have a team of qualified professionals ready to help you. Visit our website to see our amazing team! We offer therapy for adults, children, family therapy, and couples therapy. "We are all warriors, you never know the battles that each of us face daily but you are not alone." -Michelle Pastor
Someone who is seeking assistance in navigating daily life challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship conflict. Looking to gain tools for daily routines and emotional regulation through self-confidence building and empowerment.
Someone who is seeking assistance in navigating daily life challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship conflict. Looking to gain tools for daily routines and emotional regulation through self-confidence building and empowerment.
You wake up one day and notice you just don't feel like yourself but you can't quite put your finger on the pulse of what it is. Maybe it's anxiety, stress, anger, irritability, depression, PTSD or the residual impact of trauma. Maybe it's suddenly hard to communicate with others, to share what your going through, or to relate safely with your friends, family, or a partner. This may be the first time you've ever felt like this. Or it may be that you've felt these things for a long time and just didn't know what or why.
You wake up one day and notice you just don't feel like yourself but you can't quite put your finger on the pulse of what it is. Maybe it's anxiety, stress, anger, irritability, depression, PTSD or the residual impact of trauma. Maybe it's suddenly hard to communicate with others, to share what your going through, or to relate safely with your friends, family, or a partner. This may be the first time you've ever felt like this. Or it may be that you've felt these things for a long time and just didn't know what or why.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected? Life's challenges can sometimes feel too heavy to carry alone, but you don't have to face them by yourself. My name is Debbie, and I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based in Florida proudly working with WellQor. I specialize in helping individuals and families navigate life transitions, manage stress, and overcome mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. With years of experience in mental health care, I’ve had the privilege of helping countless clients uncover their strengths and develop tools to thrive.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected? Life's challenges can sometimes feel too heavy to carry alone, but you don't have to face them by yourself. My name is Debbie, and I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based in Florida proudly working with WellQor. I specialize in helping individuals and families navigate life transitions, manage stress, and overcome mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, and trauma. With years of experience in mental health care, I’ve had the privilege of helping countless clients uncover their strengths and develop tools to thrive.
Hi there! I’m Erin McMahon, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Trauma Professional at Ellie Mental Health in Brandon. I’m dedicated to helping you navigate life’s challenges. I earned my Master of Social Work from NYU and offer both in-person and tele-health sessions, accepting most insurances with often just a small co-pay. I believe in the power of collaboration, working closely with clients to uncover strengths and co-create meaningful solutions. Using various therapeutic and emotional regulation approaches, I aim to empower you to become your best self.
Hi there! I’m Erin McMahon, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Trauma Professional at Ellie Mental Health in Brandon. I’m dedicated to helping you navigate life’s challenges. I earned my Master of Social Work from NYU and offer both in-person and tele-health sessions, accepting most insurances with often just a small co-pay. I believe in the power of collaboration, working closely with clients to uncover strengths and co-create meaningful solutions. Using various therapeutic and emotional regulation approaches, I aim to empower you to become your best self.
We are in-network for most private insurances, Medicare, Medicaid (Aetna Better Health, Community Care Plan, Molina, Simply Healthcare, Sunshine Health, UnitedHealthcare), Military (TriCare, VA Community Care, CHAMPVA, Humana Military), and private self-pay.
Accepting New Clients! Life can feel impossibly heavy when you're carrying pain alone. Perhaps you're navigating the aftermath of betrayal trauma, untangling patterns of love addiction, or simply trying to find solid ground beneath the weight of anxiety, depression, or chronic stress. You may long for healthier relationships, a quieter mind, or just the strength to face each new day.
We are in-network for most private insurances, Medicare, Medicaid (Aetna Better Health, Community Care Plan, Molina, Simply Healthcare, Sunshine Health, UnitedHealthcare), Military (TriCare, VA Community Care, CHAMPVA, Humana Military), and private self-pay.
Accepting New Clients! Life can feel impossibly heavy when you're carrying pain alone. Perhaps you're navigating the aftermath of betrayal trauma, untangling patterns of love addiction, or simply trying to find solid ground beneath the weight of anxiety, depression, or chronic stress. You may long for healthier relationships, a quieter mind, or just the strength to face each new day.
Have you noticed inconsistent feelings of happiness, sadness, depression, anxiety, or just a lack of satisfaction in general? Maybe you are trying to sort emotions related your past life experiences and the impact past experiences continue to have on your daily life. Maybe you're struggling with understanding negative behaviors of your children, challenges within your relationship or family, or maybe you just need help sorting what you are experiencing. All of these things make managing stress and anxiety overwhelming. If you've ever felt like giving up or wondering will things ever change, you're not alone.
Have you noticed inconsistent feelings of happiness, sadness, depression, anxiety, or just a lack of satisfaction in general? Maybe you are trying to sort emotions related your past life experiences and the impact past experiences continue to have on your daily life. Maybe you're struggling with understanding negative behaviors of your children, challenges within your relationship or family, or maybe you just need help sorting what you are experiencing. All of these things make managing stress and anxiety overwhelming. If you've ever felt like giving up or wondering will things ever change, you're not alone.


