Breaking FreeSERVICES, LLC

Counseling & education in Tarpon Springs, Florida

“It's okay to not be okay,It's just not okay to stay there.”

Matt Chandler, The Village Church

Children, Teens, Adults, Couples and Family Counseling.

727-547-3692 ↗
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Breaking Free Services

There is hope for
a better tomorrow.

Life isn't always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of life's more challenging problems.

“Quality Counseling and Education with a Holistic Approach.”

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Meet our team

Who you'll talk to.

Meet the founders, clinical staff and admin team at Breaking Free Services.

Shari Linger, MS, LMHC

CEO + Co-Founder

Mark Linger

CFO + Co-Founder

Kelli Everton, LMHC

Clinician

Started March 2021

Alexandria Coleman, LMHC

Clinician

Started November 2021

Jessica Moore, LMHC

Clinician

Started January 2022

Nathan White, MS

Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern

Started August 2022

Alexis Hackworth Duncan, LMHC

Clinician

Started October 2022

Alejandra Mueller, MS

Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern

Started January 2023

Taylor Spedden, MS

Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern

Started August 2023

Stefania Vaccaro

Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern

Started August 2023

Jill Jeffries, LCSW

Clinician

Started August 2022

Megan Christiansen, MS

Registered Marriage and Family Therapy

Started October 2024

Nina Race, MA

Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern

Started September 2024

Michaela Grimm, MA

Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern

Started January 2025

Liana Weis, LCSW

Clinician

Started September 2024

Nathan Chowdhury

Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern

Started August 18, 2025

Katie Hennessey

Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern

January 2026

Erin Iosa

Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern

January 2026

Cameron Pickens

Graduate Student

August 2026

Eirelyn McEnery

Chief Compliance Officer

Admin Team
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Rates & insurance

What it costs.

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Session rates

Individual counseling$80-$170
Couples & family counseling$150-$200

Negotiated rates available upon request.

Initial sessions: 90 minutes for full-rate self-pay clients. All other intakes are 60 minutes unless otherwise specified.

Follow-up sessions: 45 minutes for individuals, 60 minutes for couples and families.

Payment: cash, check and all major credit cards.

Late cancellation, less than 24 hours: $120.

No-show fee: $150.

Is your plan listed?

The practice lists these plans.

Florida MedicaidFlorida MedicareACI SpecialtyAetnaAmerihealth CaritasAnthem EAPAvmedBaycare EAPCarelonBeacon line of strategiesBSNCarebridge EAPCaresourceCigna and EAPCompsych and EAPCuralinc EAPFL Blue and EAPHealth AdvocateHumana and EAPLifeworks EAPMagellan and EAPMolina and Molina MarketplaceMutual of OmahaNCPHOptumSunshineTricareUprise Health

A listed plan doesn't confirm coverage for your visit. Contact your insurance provider to verify your psychotherapy benefits. Can't find your plan? Call 727-547-3692.

Common questions

Before you
head out.

The practice's answers to questions about starting therapy.

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I’ve never talked to anyone. I’m used to handling things on my own. Aren’t people who go to therapy weak?

Not at all. People who ask for help know when they need it and have the ability to reach out. Everyone needs help now and then. You already have some strengths that you’ve used before, that for whatever reason isn’t working right now. Perhaps this problem feels overwhelming and is making it difficult to access your past strengths. In our work together, we’ll help you identify what those strengths are and how to implement them again in what is happening now.

What’s the difference between talking to you or my best friend or family?

The difference is between someone who can do something, and someone who has the training and experience to do that same thing professionally. A mental health professional can help you approach your situation in a new way, teach you new skills, gain different perspectives, listen to you without judgment or expectations, and help you listen to yourself. Furthermore, therapy is completely confidential. You won’t have to worry about others “knowing my business.” Lastly, if your situation provokes a great deal of negative emotion, if you’ve been confiding in a friend or family member, there is the risk that once you are feeling better you could start avoiding that person so you aren’t reminded of this difficult time in your life.

Why shouldn’t I just take medication?

Medication alone cannot solve all issues. What medication does is treat the symptoms. Our work together is designed to explore the root of the issue, dig deep into your behavior and teach strategies that can help you accomplish your personal and/or relational goals.

Medication can be effective and is sometimes needed in conjunction with therapy. If additional support is needed, we work closely with homeopaths and psychiatrists in the area to help you find the best fit for your needs.

How does it work? What do I have to do in sessions?

Because each person has different issues and goals for therapy, therapy will be different depending on the individual. We tailor our therapeutic approach to your specific needs.

Practice links

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Forms, resources and other services.
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