Therapists Who Accept BCBS in Florida
Choose a therapist and book online without waiting for a callback. We offer statewide telehealth and in-person therapy at our Winter Park office, and we verify your specific BCBS benefits before the visit.
No surprise bills. Self-pay rates are published, we tell you up front whether we're in network with your plan, and we verify your benefits before your visit. See pricing →
We Accept Blue Cross Blue Shield
Empathy Health Clinic works with BCBS, including Florida Blue and Anthem. Network participation and benefits vary by plan and therapist, so we verify your specific coverage before the first visit.
Find a BCBS Therapist Accepting New Patients
Looking for a therapist who accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield? Empathy Health Clinic offers therapy for adults ages 18 and older by telehealth throughout Florida and in person at our Winter Park office near Orlando. You can see available therapists and book online without waiting for a callback.
Our licensed mental health counselors and clinical social workers provide evidence-based therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, stress, and life transitions. We verify eligibility and submit claims to BCBS, then explain the copay, coinsurance, or deductible information returned by your plan.
New-patient appointments are often available within the same week, but the live calendar is the most accurate source of availability. If you also need medication support, explore our adult psychiatry services in Orlando and discuss care coordination with your therapist and psychiatric provider.
Therapists Currently Accepting New Patients
These licensed Florida therapists currently accept new patients and can be booked online. BCBS participation is verified for your member plan and selected therapist before the visit.
Christine Orr, LCSW
Individual therapy for depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and major life transitions using CBT and solution-focused techniques.
Karla McLeod, LMHC
Individual therapy for anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and life transitions using CBT, mindfulness, and person-centered therapy.
Batese Mitchell, LMHC
Individual therapy for anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, and psychosocial stressors using CBT and mindfulness techniques.
Therapy Options to Discuss With Your BCBS Plan
Our clinic serves adults ages 18 and older. Treatment options depend on your needs and therapist availability. Coverage depends on your specific plan, the service provided, and the therapist's network status; these options are not a guarantee of BCBS payment.
Individual Therapy
- • Anxiety & panic disorder treatment
- • Depression counseling
- • Trauma & PTSD therapy
- • Stress management
- • Life transitions & adjustment
Adult Relationship & Family Concerns
- • Marriage counseling
- • Family therapy
- • Relationships with adult family members
- • Couples conflict resolution
- • Premarital counseling
Specialized Therapy
- • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- • Trauma-focused therapy
- • Grief & loss counseling
- • Substance abuse counseling
Telehealth Therapy
- • Online therapy sessions
- • HIPAA-compliant video platform
- • Plan-specific telehealth benefits verified
- • Convenient for busy schedules
- • Available throughout Florida
How Much Is Therapy With BCBS?
Your cost depends on your member plan, the therapist's network status, your remaining deductible, and whether the visit is by telehealth or in person. We do not quote a generic BCBS copay because it can be wrong for your plan.
What We Verify Before Your Visit
Important: Benefit information is an estimate, not a guarantee of payment. BCBS makes the final coverage decision when it processes the claim. You can book first; our team will verify the information attached to your appointment.
Benefits We Check With BCBS:
- Coverage and cost sharing for individual therapy sessions
- Whether adult family or couples sessions are covered; coverage is not automatic
- Telehealth eligibility, provider network status, and cost sharing
- Coverage for the type of therapy recommended by your clinician
- Any diagnosis, referral, or authorization requirements for treatment
How to Use Your BCBS Coverage for Therapy
Book a Therapy Visit Online
Open the live calendar, choose therapy, enter your BCBS information, and select the therapist and time that work for you.
Insurance Verification
We'll verify your BCBS eligibility, provider network status, deductible, and estimated patient responsibility before the first appointment.
Attend Your Session
Attend by secure telehealth or come to our Winter Park office. Bring your BCBS insurance card and photo ID; any estimated amount due will be based on the benefits returned by your plan.
We Handle Billing
We submit the claim to BCBS. Your Explanation of Benefits shows the allowed amount, what the plan paid, and any final patient responsibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you accept Blue Cross Blue Shield?
We accept BCBS, including Florida Blue and Anthem. Plan networks and therapist participation vary, so we verify your specific member plan rather than promising that every BCBS product is in network.
Do I need a referral from my doctor?
Many BCBS plans do not require a referral for outpatient therapy, but some plan types do. We check your plan requirements after you book and before the first visit.
How do I find out my BCBS copay?
Book online and enter the insurance information requested in the intake, or call the member-services number on your card. We will provide an estimate based on the eligibility response, but BCBS makes the final determination when the claim is processed.
Does BCBS cover telehealth therapy?
Many BCBS plans cover telehealth therapy, but cost sharing and provider networks can differ by plan. We verify telehealth benefits for the therapist you select.
How many therapy sessions does BCBS cover?
Session limits and authorization rules vary by BCBS plan. Some plans do not set a simple annual visit limit. We check the benefits and authorization information available for your member plan.
Book a BCBS Therapy Visit
Prefer Help Verifying Your BCBS Plan?
Send a request and our team will verify your Blue Cross Blue Shield benefits. If you already know you want therapy, you can book online instead.
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