Individual, family & Marriage & Couples Counseling.
Matched to your needs and your therapist's specialty - not just whoever has the next opening.
STATEWIDE TALK THERAPY
Therapy that meets you where you are.
Personalized individual, family, and Marriage & Couples Counseling with trauma-informed care from a licensed therapist and supervised graduate interns. CBT, DBT, EMDR, IFS, and ERP. Diagnostic evaluations and clinical assessment. In-person in Lakeland - or telehealth anywhere in Florida.
Accepting New Patients · In-Person + Statewide Telehealth
STATEWIDE TALK THERAPY
Therapy that actually helps.
Free 15-minute intro call. We will match you with the right provider and get you on the calendar - usually within one business day.
Got it. We will be in touch.
A care coordinator will reach out within one business day. If you would rather not wait, call (813) 670-3005.
Or call directly: (813) 670-3005
Your information is kept confidential.
Clinical Team · Lakeland
Your therapy team
Licensed, trauma-informed, matched to you.
Licensed therapist-led · supervised graduate interns · Clinical Supervisor on staff
"The right therapist makes all the difference. That's why we don't just hand you an open slot - our intake coordinator personally matches every new patient with the clinician whose training and approach actually fits their situation."
CBT & DBT
Trauma-Informed
Marriage & Couples
Adolescents & Adults
UHC In-Network
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Talk Therapy
The work that holds it all together.
Therapy that meets you where you are.
Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, life changes, or emotional wellness, our therapy team is here for you. Our Lakeland practice is staffed by a licensed therapist plus supervised graduate interns drawing on CBT, DBT, IFS, ERP, EMDR, and trauma-focused care.
We are LGBTQIA+ affirming, trauma-informed, and committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental space for people of all gender expressions, cultures, and backgrounds.
Safe space · Lakeland + telehealth
The Ascend approach
Therapy matched to you, not a waitlist.
Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, life changes, or emotional wellness, our therapy team is here for you. Explore your potential with our compassionate support.
Our Lakeland practice is staffed by a licensed therapist plus supervised graduate interns, with clinical oversight from a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Clinical Supervisor. We draw on evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, IFS, ERP, and trauma-focused care - and we match each patient with the therapist whose training and approach best fits their situation.
We are LGBTQIA+ affirming, trauma-informed, and committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental space for people of all gender expressions, cultures, and backgrounds. With expertise in therapy and psychological testing, we rarely need to refer patients elsewhere.
What sets us apart
Therapy done differently.
Four standards we hold ourselves to that make us different from generic insurance-mill therapy practices.
LGBTQIA+ affirming.
Multiple providers with specific training and lived experience. A safe, non-judgmental space for people of all gender expressions and cultures.
Trauma-informed modalities.
CBT, DBT, IFS, ERP, EMDR, and trauma-focused therapy. Evidence-based approaches matched to your situation.
Testing coordinated.
ADHD, autism, and learning assessments coordinated with your Ascend care team.
Evidence-based · individually matched
Therapeutic approaches.
Five evidence-based modalities our team draws on. Every patient is matched with the right approach for their situation, not a generic one-size protocol.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Evidence-based approach for anxiety, depression, OCD, and phobias. Focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought and behavior patterns with structured, practical tools.
Book a SessionDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Skills-based therapy for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. Especially effective for BPD, chronic self-harm, and intense emotional reactivity.
Book a SessionEMDR
Structured therapy for processing traumatic memories. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing helps reduce the emotional charge of trauma and PTSD without requiring extensive verbal retelling.
Book a SessionInternal Family Systems (IFS)
A model that works with different parts of the self to understand internal conflicts, heal wounds, and build integration. Especially effective for complex trauma, shame, and emotional disconnection.
Book a SessionExposure & Response Prevention (ERP)
The gold-standard treatment for OCD. Gradual, structured exposure to anxiety triggers with prevention of compulsive responses - supervised by a clinician trained specifically in OCD.
Book a SessionDiagnostic Evaluations and Clinical Assessment & Assessment
Full ADHD, autism, giftedness, and learning assessments on-site. Most practices refer this out. We do it in-house with fast turnaround.
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Specialized Services
Therapy for specific needs.
Your therapy team
Meet Our Therapy Team
Kaylee Mills Brenneman
Ed.S · MEd · LMHC · Clinical Supervisor
Clinical Supervisor leading the Lakeland therapy team. Personalized counseling for individuals and families.
Lakeland
Skyler Anderson
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern (supervised)
Specializing in trauma, PTSD, chronic illness, anxiety, and depression. Sessions provided under licensed clinical supervision. Telehealth and in-person.
Lakeland · Telehealth
Ashley Huston
Graduate Student Intern · EMDR-trained
Mind-body integration plus EMDR for trauma. Reduced-fee supervised sessions.
Lakeland · TelehealthConditions We Treat
Our therapy team is trained in evidence-based approaches for a wide range of mental health conditions.
Anxiety & Worry →
Depression →
Trauma & PTSD →
PTSD →
Grief & Loss →
OCD →
Life Transitions →
Generalized Anxiety Disorder →
For families looking for combined therapy plus psychiatric medication management for kids and teens, see our child and adolescent psychiatry service line.
Fees & insurance
Therapy & Marriage & Couples Counseling. Clear costs, confirmed up front.
Therapy at Ascend is primarily fee-for-service. We provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. Coverage for therapy varies by plan - see our insurance page or call a care coordinator to confirm.
Self-Pay Rates
Confirmed up frontPricing is provided during your free 15-minute intro call. Call (863) 510-2624 for current rates.
Your tier is assigned based on provider credentials. Registered interns and graduate student sessions are supervised by our licensed clinical supervisor - making therapy and Marriage & Couples Counseling more accessible.
Insurance Accepted
In-Network
UnitedHealthcare
for additional carriers. Network status is provider-specific - not every therapist on our team is in-network with every carrier.
Out-of-network? Most therapists are fee-for-service. We provide superbills so you can submit for out-of-network reimbursement from your insurer.
Call (813) 670-3005 to confirm your specific carrier and provider matching.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions.
How do I know which therapist is right for me?
When you call or book online, we'll ask about your concerns, preferences, and goals. Our intake coordinator matches you with the therapist whose training and approach best fits your situation. If it's not the right fit after the first session, we'll help you transition to another provider on our team.
Do you offer couples or family therapy?
Yes. Couples work and family systems therapy are part of our therapy team's scope.
What does LGBTQIA+ affirming mean?
It means we welcome and support people of all sexual orientations and gender identities without judgment. Our therapy team has specific training in LGBTQIA+ care, and we work to create a space where you can be fully yourself.
Can my therapist coordinate with my psychiatric prescriber at Ascend?
Yes. That's one of the biggest advantages of coming to an integrated practice. Your therapist and psychiatric prescriber can share notes, coordinate medication adjustments, and align on your treatment plan - without you having to relay messages between separate offices.
Do you accept insurance for therapy?
Coverage for therapy varies by plan - see our insurance page or call a care coordinator to confirm. Sessions not covered by your plan are fee-for-service. We provide superbills so you can submit for out-of-network reimbursement from your insurer. Call a care coordinator to confirm matching.
I've seen five therapists before Ascend. My clinician here is the first one who actually got me. She didn't just recite CBT buzzwords - she adapted the work to my life, my pace, and my nervous system.
Accepting New Therapy Clients
Start with a free consult.
Tell us what you're working through. Our intake coordinator will match you with the right therapist, verify your benefits, and get you on the calendar within one business day.
Reduced-fee intern sessions · Telehealth available statewide
Find a therapist near you in Tampa Bay
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