Welcome to North Star Therapy
About North Star Therapy
For centuries, the North Star has helped millions of people find their way. Early explorers used the North Star to sail across the ocean at night. During the civil war, it served as a beacon to true north and freedom. Like a good therapist, it offers guidance when you need it most.
We Offer In-Person and Telehealth Sessions
In addition to office visits at our Tampa location, North Star Therapy is pleased to be able to offer teletherapy, using secure video conferencing. Telehealth is available to clients across the state of Florida who would like to meet with a therapist virtually.
What is therapy?
Therapy is an effective, evidence-based method for overcoming mental health challenges and working through difficult transitions. People who have concerns about their mental health benefit from the open and confidential dialogue with a trusted professional, who can offer guidance and resources as clients work towards their goals.
The therapeutic process is different for everyone. Therapy is tailored to your individual needs.
How does therapy work?
Therapists work with clients to explore issues and find solutions. Visit therapy services to explore more about specific issues.
Whom does North Star Therapy serve?
Clients include adults, couples, children, and families. We serve the local Tampa Bay community for in-person counseling, and we offer virtual counseling to the residents of Florida.
Mental health issues can be debilitating if left untreated. You shouldn’t have to struggle alone.
Therapy Services
A variety of options are available for clients to receive therapy: office visits at both Tampa, FL, and St. Petersburg, FL, locations, online video conferencing, and teletherapy. The office environment is dedicated to your comfort and healing.
Individual Therapy
Children & Adolescents
Stress Management
Anxiety
Depression
Substance Abuse & Addiction
Couples & Marriage Counseling
Autism Spectrum Disorder
LGBTQ+
Women’s Issues
North Star Therapy helps empower women to use their voices and create space for themselves in society through treatment of discrimination, sexual assault & more.
Telehealth Therapy
Kelsey Galer, LMHC
Kelsey Galer, LMHC, is a passionate psychotherapist and founder of North Star Therapy. She is dedicated to the intersection of personal development and psychological wellbeing. Her mission is to inspire individuals to take an active role in the healing process, using a blend of evidence-based practices and accessible, relatable approaches and techniques to address a variety of mental health issues and concerns.
With a strong commitment to fostering well-being, she actively engages in projects that promote self-awareness and personal growth. As an advocate for mental health, she remains at the forefront of the latest developments in the field and is a proud member of the American Counseling Association. Through formal training and professional affiliations, she strives to bring her clients the best results therapy has to offer.
Kelsey supports clients with a wide range of needs, from anxiety, depression, and trauma to managing stress, addressing life transitions, supporting individuals and couples, and providing care for chronic mental health conditions. Kelsey is committed to empowering individuals to transform their lives, overcome obstacles, and reach their fullest potential.
Read Kelsey’s interview in Voyage Tampa to learn about her journey building North Star Therapy, overcoming challenges, embracing business leadership, and making a lasting impact on her community.
Read HERE!
Dana Larrabee, LMHC
Dana Larrabee is a licensed mental health counselor who helps clients from diverse backgrounds who have experienced a variety of mental health issues including stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, identity issues, life transitions, trauma, and substance abuse. Dana developed a wide range of expertise working with the Family Institute at Northwestern before joining the North Star team. She approaches her clients with understanding, empathy, and support to create a collaborative environment of emotional safety. Using evidence based practices including cognitive behavioral, humanistic, and systemic theoretical models, Dana is committed to helping her clients reach their goals.
Roseanne Cupoli, LCSW
Roseanne Cupoli, MPH, MSW, is a licensed Clinical Social Worker with the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work.
Her career at a domestic violence center for over twenty years has provided her with experience working with survivors of trauma, individuals navigating life transitions, and individuals with complex issues. Roseanne also has experience working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, and substance use issues.
Roseanne considers herself a life-long learner and often attends trainings and workshops to stay up to date on best practices and new research. She works with clients to identify what areas of their life they would like to address and to develop goals for counseling.
Shannon Jordan, RMHCI
Shannon Jordan is a psychotherapist who believes that client care should be a therapist’s priority. He specializes in addictions, behavioral, motivational, and trauma therapy as well as military counseling. He is a United States Air Force veteran and received his graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University. He has been a part of the Tampa Bay Area since 2013 volunteering much of his time to communities in need of assistance.
Riley Ferrell, Intern
Riley Ferrell is a graduate student at the University of South Florida pursuing her Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy. She approaches therapy through a systemic lens, considering the broader relational and environmental factors that shape a person’s experience. Riley integrates attachment-based and emotion-focused approaches in her work, with a passion for supporting individuals, couples, and families as they navigate life’s challenges. She values meaningful connection and is committed to helping clients of all ages strengthen their relationships and personal well-being.
As part of her clinical training, Riley is currently offering reduced rate counseling sessions while completing her student internship hours. Please see pricing for more details.
Pricing
Does North Star Therapy Accept Insurance?
North Star Therapy accepts most Blue Cross Blue Shield and United Healthcare plans. If you have an insurance plan that is not accepted, we can provide you with a billing form to submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement through out of network benefits.
Private Pay Fee
Sessions are $150 for an individual session and $200 for a couples or family session. Payment is accepted via card, cash, check, or HSA card.
Reduced Rate Fees
Sessions are $60 for an individual session and $80 for a couples or family session with our student interns. Our interns are highly qualified students working toward licensure under the supervision of a licensed therapist.
What are the Benefits of Private Pay?
Private pay means not having to report diagnoses or other protected health information to your insurance company. Individuals come to therapy for many reasons, and a diagnosis is not always appropriate, though we have to provide a diagnosis to bill insurance for services.
How do I schedule a session?
Book your free ten minute consultation here.
Email [email protected]
Call us at 813-520-9991
Testimonials
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