Therapists in Panama City Beach, FL

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida. As well as a qualified supervisor. I received my MSW at Our Lady of the Lake University and chose this degree due to the diversity of trainings and education. This has afforded me numerous mental health modalities along with integrating physical health and diet. Everyone is different, and everyone will not respond to the same modality. I work with how each person wants. After all, you know you best!
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida. As well as a qualified supervisor. I received my MSW at Our Lady of the Lake University and chose this degree due to the diversity of trainings and education. This has afforded me numerous mental health modalities along with integrating physical health and diet. Everyone is different, and everyone will not respond to the same modality. I work with how each person wants. After all, you know you best!

Ashley Rodenbeck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Panama City Beach, FL 32413
Waitlist for new clients
I strive to be a radically honest therapist with a mission to help all people navigate self-exploration. I believe emotions are informative to the quality of our life experience. I also believe we live in a world full of a lot of information and that feels overwhelming. I feel when people understand their emotions, they can take control of their life. My clinical experience has focused on serving active duty-military members and their families. With this professional experience and as an Air Force dependent, I am most familiar with the unique culture and dynamic of being a military family member.
I strive to be a radically honest therapist with a mission to help all people navigate self-exploration. I believe emotions are informative to the quality of our life experience. I also believe we live in a world full of a lot of information and that feels overwhelming. I feel when people understand their emotions, they can take control of their life. My clinical experience has focused on serving active duty-military members and their families. With this professional experience and as an Air Force dependent, I am most familiar with the unique culture and dynamic of being a military family member.

Ivan Vega Pacheco
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-FL, LPC-PA, NCC, CAADC, CCTP-II
Online Only
Do you feel like your past is holding you hostage? When coupled together—trauma and addiction can seem like an endless loop, keeping you trapped in a cycle of guilt, shame, and fear. Desperate and heavy-laden, many suffer in silence and despair. Don't let that be you! You don't have to do this alone, nor depend on alcohol or drugs to self-medicate or alter your reality. Stop surviving and start living.
Do you feel like your past is holding you hostage? When coupled together—trauma and addiction can seem like an endless loop, keeping you trapped in a cycle of guilt, shame, and fear. Desperate and heavy-laden, many suffer in silence and despair. Don't let that be you! You don't have to do this alone, nor depend on alcohol or drugs to self-medicate or alter your reality. Stop surviving and start living.

Hi, I'm Melissa and I'm glad you're here. The simple fact that you're reading this is a positive sign that you're ready for change. It's quite possible that you aren't exactly sure what you're looking for. But you're looking, and that's the first and often most difficult step. Knowing that something is "off" yet being unclear of what, may feel both confusing and frustrating. Despite seemingly having it all together and meeting of the markers that symbolize success. One persisting question remains. "Is this all there is?" I'm going out on a limb here to say the answer is a resounding "NO". There's more, so much more!
Hi, I'm Melissa and I'm glad you're here. The simple fact that you're reading this is a positive sign that you're ready for change. It's quite possible that you aren't exactly sure what you're looking for. But you're looking, and that's the first and often most difficult step. Knowing that something is "off" yet being unclear of what, may feel both confusing and frustrating. Despite seemingly having it all together and meeting of the markers that symbolize success. One persisting question remains. "Is this all there is?" I'm going out on a limb here to say the answer is a resounding "NO". There's more, so much more!

I am passionate about assisting clients in finding and using their strengths to create a life worth living and working with parents and teens to improve their relationship through psychoeducation and relationship building skills based on love, trust, respect, and understanding. In addition to private practice, I currently work at Emerald Coast Behavioral Hospital as a therapist in the Adult, Adolescent, and Crisis Units. I want to help you learn to Love Yourself, Love others, and Live Life with purpose. I recently began work at Mirror Counseling under the supervision of Miles Haas, LCSW, where I offer weekly availability.
I am passionate about assisting clients in finding and using their strengths to create a life worth living and working with parents and teens to improve their relationship through psychoeducation and relationship building skills based on love, trust, respect, and understanding. In addition to private practice, I currently work at Emerald Coast Behavioral Hospital as a therapist in the Adult, Adolescent, and Crisis Units. I want to help you learn to Love Yourself, Love others, and Live Life with purpose. I recently began work at Mirror Counseling under the supervision of Miles Haas, LCSW, where I offer weekly availability.

JourneyPure -- Outpatient Addiction Therapies
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Panama City Beach, FL 32413
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With a compassionate approach, I provide a safe and welcoming environment for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and concerns. I am committed to helping clients navigate everyday life struggles to find a path towards empowerment and growth. Gentle Note: I am a firm believer of upholding boundaries and clear communication, thus I maintain the $75 no show and cancellation fees as signed in the intake form. Although 24hr cancellation is highly appreciated, I understand emergencies happen and am willing to work with clients that communicate these concerns.
With a compassionate approach, I provide a safe and welcoming environment for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and concerns. I am committed to helping clients navigate everyday life struggles to find a path towards empowerment and growth. Gentle Note: I am a firm believer of upholding boundaries and clear communication, thus I maintain the $75 no show and cancellation fees as signed in the intake form. Although 24hr cancellation is highly appreciated, I understand emergencies happen and am willing to work with clients that communicate these concerns.

My approach is centered on helping you identify and understand the patterns that shape your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I believe in treating the whole person—not just the mind—and work with you to deepen your awareness as an observer of your inner world. By combining Somatic Experiencing with traditional therapeutic techniques, I help you process emotions through the body and regulate your nervous system, fostering long-term healing and balance.
My approach is centered on helping you identify and understand the patterns that shape your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I believe in treating the whole person—not just the mind—and work with you to deepen your awareness as an observer of your inner world. By combining Somatic Experiencing with traditional therapeutic techniques, I help you process emotions through the body and regulate your nervous system, fostering long-term healing and balance.

As your counselor, I will meet you exactly where you are in life. The direction that you want to go is entirely up to you. I will provide you with compassionate counseling that will enable you to rest, heal, and strengthen from the past so you may pursue your future with freedom. Your journey belongs to you.
As your counselor, I will meet you exactly where you are in life. The direction that you want to go is entirely up to you. I will provide you with compassionate counseling that will enable you to rest, heal, and strengthen from the past so you may pursue your future with freedom. Your journey belongs to you.

I specialize in supporting children, families, and individuals navigating a wide range of challenges including stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and depression through the use of art therapy and trauma informed care.
In addition, I am trained in transpersonal counseling, which means I am open to integrating your personal spiritual or religious beliefs into our work, if that feels meaningful to you. This holistic approach can offer a deeper, more grounded path to growth and transformation.
I specialize in supporting children, families, and individuals navigating a wide range of challenges including stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and depression through the use of art therapy and trauma informed care.
In addition, I am trained in transpersonal counseling, which means I am open to integrating your personal spiritual or religious beliefs into our work, if that feels meaningful to you. This holistic approach can offer a deeper, more grounded path to growth and transformation.

Beach Counseling & Psychological Services
Counselor, PsyD, LMHC, BCPC, DAPA
Panama City Beach, FL 32407
I have a unique perspective in that I have experience in other areas prior to psychology. I work on problem solving techniques often as quick as the first session, when applicable, because you come here for help. As a therapist, I am here to guide you in the direction you determine. I am not here to "tell you what to do", but rather help you focus on your issues, form goals, and attain those goals. Often I will used testing and other techniques to help identify problem areas, and therefore solutions, so that you may move on with your life.
I have a unique perspective in that I have experience in other areas prior to psychology. I work on problem solving techniques often as quick as the first session, when applicable, because you come here for help. As a therapist, I am here to guide you in the direction you determine. I am not here to "tell you what to do", but rather help you focus on your issues, form goals, and attain those goals. Often I will used testing and other techniques to help identify problem areas, and therefore solutions, so that you may move on with your life.

I am a social worker and counselor with 10+ years of experience helping people from all walks of life. Our family-owned business offer clients a haven where they can have a unique relationship with their clinician and themselves! In addition to counseling, we offer comprehensive behavioral evaluation services for autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and other childhood challenges as well as school accommodation support.
I am a social worker and counselor with 10+ years of experience helping people from all walks of life. Our family-owned business offer clients a haven where they can have a unique relationship with their clinician and themselves! In addition to counseling, we offer comprehensive behavioral evaluation services for autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and other childhood challenges as well as school accommodation support.

In this life, we face so many unprecedented events that can make us feel like we cannot catch a breath. No matter how young or old one may be, it can be quite challenging to build resiliency and have hope as you persevere through your life's journey. My goal is to help shift your perspective through genuine connection, so you can overcome whatever battle you are facing. I believe there is no depression, anxiety, trauma, life-change, or addiction that cannot be controlled and re-directed. We all have a purpose that is much greater than our pain, and we all have the power to shift the trajectory in our lives.
In this life, we face so many unprecedented events that can make us feel like we cannot catch a breath. No matter how young or old one may be, it can be quite challenging to build resiliency and have hope as you persevere through your life's journey. My goal is to help shift your perspective through genuine connection, so you can overcome whatever battle you are facing. I believe there is no depression, anxiety, trauma, life-change, or addiction that cannot be controlled and re-directed. We all have a purpose that is much greater than our pain, and we all have the power to shift the trajectory in our lives.

Counseling is for human beings going through life and its many challenges. It's an opportunity to learn new skills, gain insight, and increase health and wellness. I use a “hodgepodge” approach, many different therapy modalities, customized to fit your goals and needs. My counseling style is holistic: mind, body, and spirit. If one system is impacted, it can impact all of the other systems. We will explore and seek to understand all of the contributing factors that lead you to seek out answers and actions. This journey of self-discovery is guided by myself, but lead by the client. After all, you are the expert on you.
Counseling is for human beings going through life and its many challenges. It's an opportunity to learn new skills, gain insight, and increase health and wellness. I use a “hodgepodge” approach, many different therapy modalities, customized to fit your goals and needs. My counseling style is holistic: mind, body, and spirit. If one system is impacted, it can impact all of the other systems. We will explore and seek to understand all of the contributing factors that lead you to seek out answers and actions. This journey of self-discovery is guided by myself, but lead by the client. After all, you are the expert on you.

Are you struggling with life's challenges, feeling overwhelmed, or experiencing persistent emotional distress? Our ideal client is someone who recognizes the importance of their mental well-being and seeks support to overcome their struggles. They desire to break free from emotional burdens, rediscover their inner strength, nurture healthy relationships, manage stress and anxiety, and embrace self-care. They want to achieve a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life, filled with personal growth and self-discovery.
Are you struggling with life's challenges, feeling overwhelmed, or experiencing persistent emotional distress? Our ideal client is someone who recognizes the importance of their mental well-being and seeks support to overcome their struggles. They desire to break free from emotional burdens, rediscover their inner strength, nurture healthy relationships, manage stress and anxiety, and embrace self-care. They want to achieve a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life, filled with personal growth and self-discovery.

Are you struggling with anxiety, depression stress, trauma, ADHD or other life transitions? Do you find it difficult to communicate with your partner, family members, or peers? Are you experiencing difficulty with your children at home or school? My goal is to provide my clients a safe, nurturing environment that allows them to explore and seek the help that they need or want and achieve their full potential while maintaining positive, healthy relationships. I enjoy working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression stress, trauma, ADHD or other life transitions? Do you find it difficult to communicate with your partner, family members, or peers? Are you experiencing difficulty with your children at home or school? My goal is to provide my clients a safe, nurturing environment that allows them to explore and seek the help that they need or want and achieve their full potential while maintaining positive, healthy relationships. I enjoy working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families.

There are many reasons why people seek counseling with me. Sometimes it's to deal with long-standing psychological issues with anxiety or depression. Other times it is in response to unexpected changes in one's life such as a divorce, a death or work transition. Therapy provides insight & new perspectives into life's challenges, creates solutions & confidence to make changes. I create a safe, warm, non-judgmental environment for my clients to explore their choices & emotions so they are able to gain insight, self-confidence & new coping skills in order to navigate life's obstacles more effectively.
There are many reasons why people seek counseling with me. Sometimes it's to deal with long-standing psychological issues with anxiety or depression. Other times it is in response to unexpected changes in one's life such as a divorce, a death or work transition. Therapy provides insight & new perspectives into life's challenges, creates solutions & confidence to make changes. I create a safe, warm, non-judgmental environment for my clients to explore their choices & emotions so they are able to gain insight, self-confidence & new coping skills in order to navigate life's obstacles more effectively.

Providing telehealth services to clients in Florida and Connecticut. Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or other life issues? Do you make impulsive decisions that are negative impacting your life? I am here to provide a safe, nurturing environment that allows you to explore and seek the help that you need or want and achieve your full potential while maintaining positive, healthy relationships. My experience includes depression/mood disorders, anxiety, grief and loss, stress management, infertility, life transitions, and women's issues. I provide parenting assistance as well as family, couples, and individual therapy.
Providing telehealth services to clients in Florida and Connecticut. Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or other life issues? Do you make impulsive decisions that are negative impacting your life? I am here to provide a safe, nurturing environment that allows you to explore and seek the help that you need or want and achieve your full potential while maintaining positive, healthy relationships. My experience includes depression/mood disorders, anxiety, grief and loss, stress management, infertility, life transitions, and women's issues. I provide parenting assistance as well as family, couples, and individual therapy.

Are you curious about EMDR/ Trauma therapy? You want to make changes in your life but don't know where to start? Maybe you have been putting off your needs for a while. Or maybe you have started your healing journey and just need some extra support. Working with a therapist that understands trauma and empowerment can help you move forward and live the life that you deserve.
Are you curious about EMDR/ Trauma therapy? You want to make changes in your life but don't know where to start? Maybe you have been putting off your needs for a while. Or maybe you have started your healing journey and just need some extra support. Working with a therapist that understands trauma and empowerment can help you move forward and live the life that you deserve.

Immediate availability for in-person therapy in Panama City Beach and telehealth if you live in Florida, Kentucky, & Indiana! Do you want to get to a place in your life where you are not as stressed, depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? I am here to help you process what is currently going on in your life and determine how to help improve those situations or relationships. My experience is in helping children, teens, families, couples, and adults work through issues such as anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, family dynamics, self-esteem, communication, relationship stress, problem solving, and recovering from traumatic events.
Immediate availability for in-person therapy in Panama City Beach and telehealth if you live in Florida, Kentucky, & Indiana! Do you want to get to a place in your life where you are not as stressed, depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed? I am here to help you process what is currently going on in your life and determine how to help improve those situations or relationships. My experience is in helping children, teens, families, couples, and adults work through issues such as anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, family dynamics, self-esteem, communication, relationship stress, problem solving, and recovering from traumatic events.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Panama City Beach, FL
60+
Average cost per session
$125
Therapists in Panama City Beach, FL who prioritize treating:
89% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
83% | Coping Skills |
76% | Self Esteem |
73% | Relationship Issues |
73% | Grief |
71% | Stress |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
80% | Aetna |
73% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
68% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Panama City Beach, FL see their clients
72% | In Person and Online | |
28% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
83% | Female | |
17% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Panama City Beach?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.