English-Speaking Therapist in Florence for American Students
Studying in Florence? Talk things through in English with a psychologist or psychiatrist who understands American culture, in person or online.
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In short
Looking for a therapist in Florence who speaks English? Unison Health supports American students in the city with therapy and psychiatry in English. Sessions take place in person in the city or by video, with English-speaking professionals who follow the American clinical approach and work with most US insurers that cover you abroad.
Services
Your therapist in Florence: therapy and psychiatry in English
In a city where daily life runs in Italian, you get care in your own language, shaped by the clinical approach you know from home.
Therapy in your own language
Adjusting to Italy, missing home, anxiety before exams or a hard stretch with roommates: one-on-one sessions give you space to talk it through while you live in Italy.
- Sessions centered on what you need right now.
- Groups led by a therapist, with other students abroad.
- Methods supported by research.
- A treatment plan in the American style, easy to continue at home.
Psychiatric care in English
Whether you arrived with a prescription or are considering medication for the first time, our psychiatrists can evaluate you and manage your treatment during the semester, working with your therapist.
- Assessments and diagnosis in English.
- Regular medication reviews.
- Shared care between psychiatrist and therapist.
- Crisis intervention if things get hard.
Ways we can support you
Meet your therapist in Florence or online, whichever feels right
Some days a face-to-face conversation helps most; on others, a video call from your apartment is all you have time for. Both are in English.
Online Therapy
Log on from your apartment or student residence, an easy option during busy weeks, field trips or a weekend away.
In-Person Therapy
See your therapist in Florence in person, in a calm space designed to feel welcoming rather than clinical.
Insurance
Use your American health insurance in Florence
We work with most American insurers that cover you overseas, including GeoBlue, CISI, International SOS, Aetna, Cigna and On Call International, and we submit the claims directly for you. Check the name on your insurance card and tell us your provider when you get in touch.
Contact us to verify your coverage, or read how US insurance works for therapy abroad: direct billing, reimbursement and what to ask first.
Other locations
Also in Seville, Granada, Barcelona, Madrid, Alicante and Salamanca
Therapy in English for American students in Spain and Italy.
In person
In Seville, Granada, Barcelona and Florence.
Online care
In every city, from the comfort of your dorm.
Online
Reviews
Client Feedback & Reviews
What people who work with us say about Unison Health.
5 out of 5 stars
I have been working with this company since it was founded, and everyone on the team I have worked with has always been extremely organized and willing to help with whatever was needed. A real pleasure to work with them.
Ignacio martinez sierra
5-star Google review, May 2024. Translated from Spanish.
Can I meet a therapist in Florence face to face, in English?
Yes. Your therapist in Florence can see you in person as well as online, always in English.
I do not speak Italian. Will that be a problem?
Not for therapy. Everything happens in English, from your first message to your last appointment, so you can focus on how you feel instead of hunting for words in Italian. Your therapist will also understand the American context you come from.
Does my US insurance work for therapy in Italy?
We work with most American insurers that include coverage abroad, such as GeoBlue, CISI, International SOS, Aetna, Cigna and On Call, and we submit the claims for you. Share your provider when you contact us and we will help you check your benefits. You can also read how US insurance works for therapy outside the States.
Can a psychiatrist here help with my medication?
Yes. Our psychiatrists can look at the treatment you started at home, change it if necessary and follow up regularly, together with your therapist.
I feel guilty for not enjoying every minute here. Is that normal?
Yes. Being somewhere beautiful does not switch off homesickness, stress or low mood, and it is common to feel you should be happier than you are. Naming that feeling with a therapist is often a first step towards feeling better. Read The first 30 days abroad for more.
Everyone travels on weekends and I feel left out. Is that normal?
Yes. Weekend trips can leave you feeling left out or worn out, and the weekdays can feel empty in between. Talking it over with a therapist can help you find a rhythm that works for you, whether you travel or stay.
What should I do in an emergency in Florence?
If someone is in immediate danger, call 112, the European emergency number, which also works in Italy. When you are safe, contact us for crisis intervention support and help planning the next steps.
How it works
Book your first session with a therapist in Florence
Tell us a little about yourself and what you are looking for. Our team will get back to you to match you with a therapist.
- Tell us what you need Fill out the form or email us. Mention that you are in Florence and whether you prefer to meet in person or online.
- We match you with a professional Our team reviews your request and matches you with a psychologist or psychiatrist who fits your needs.
- We help with your insurance Tell us your insurance provider: we help you verify your coverage and submit the claims directly for you.
- Your first session Meet your therapist in person or online, talk about what brought you in, and decide together how to continue.
Prefer email? Write to unisoncontact@unison-health.com or use our contact page.
Work for a study abroad program? Ask us about free orientation presentations and monthly webinars for staff.