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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Bradenton, FL

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Bradenton with affirming mental health providers who understand your unique experiences. Our network of 2,662 licensed providers nationally offers virtual and in-person sessions, with many available as soon as tomorrow. Most patients save 75% on sessions through insurance, with some paying $0 per visit.

Shawnee Wong

Shawnee Wong

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


My areas of expertise are family, social and interpersonal conflict, parenting, depression, anxiety, sexual identity concerns, academic challenges, anger issues, low self-confidence, esteem and past traumatic experiences. Other areas of expertise include intimate partner violence, LGBTQ, women's issues, grief, romantic relationship issues and stress.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Arturo Dominguez

Arturo Dominguez

Therapist

Virtual • Miami, FL


“I work with clients to improve daily life skills, manage symptoms, and find emotional balance, providing compassionate support and practical strategies to help you reach your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
April Smith

April Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I use evidence-based methods to help clients build practical coping skills, better manage symptoms, and make meaningful progress toward their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Josephine Borrero

Josephine Borrero

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“From the first session, clients can expect a fully committed therapist who's compromise will be to help guide them through the process of therapy to achieve the best version of themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Caroline Guterl

Caroline Guterl

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I’m a licensed therapist who creates warm, grounded, and compassionate spaces for clients to explore their inner world and reconnect with their authentic self. I work with adults navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, anxiety, and trauma—particularly those healing from patterns where they’ve abandoned their needs, voice, or self-worth.

My work blends modern psychotherapy with holistic tools, offering an integrative path toward healing. Whether you’re reconnecting with your intuition, working through emotional stuckness, or rebalancing after burnout or a major life shift, I meet you where you are—with care, curiosity, and respect.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kamal Albright

Dr. Kamal Albright

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • Ormond Beach, FL


I’m a psychiatrist who specializes in providing integrative care to foster inner discovery and facilitate tangible change for all of my patients. To me, this means utilizing evidence-based psychotherapeutic methods with medication management as appropriate for achieving personal goals and inner wellness.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lillian Cunningham

Lillian Cunningham

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am a highly experienced former professor of psychology and psychotherapist who is dedicated to the lesbian, gay and trans (LGBTQ+) community...”
LGBTQIA+, Grief or loss, Identity issues, PTSD, Trauma
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Shannon Cone

Dr. Shannon Cone

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I offer a safe place to talk about frustrations and offer supportive tips and strategies through the use of cognitive and behavioral techniques.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dustin Kebre

Dustin Kebre

Therapist

Virtual • Boca Raton, FL


Dustin R. Kebre; M.A; LMFT; MT3057 My current focus lies in the private practice setting, where I take a special interest in treating trauma, anxiety & depressive disorders in adults. I take a Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) approach, which allows for long-term benefits in fewer sessions than other counseling models. I was intensively trained in EMDR and believe the focus of counseling is to not only work on managing your current struggles, but to develop the tools needed to independently manage future obstacles as well. I use a combination of reflective listening, as well as an instructional approach, to help guide you towards becoming the best version of you!

I have a Master's in Clinical Psychology and a License in Marital and Family Therapy. I treat individuals, couples and families. I specialize in healing people from pain and suffering. I believe the connection you can develop during therapy provides an environment where you can feel safe and nurtured. We all need this kind of support in a world that seems to care less and less about your needs as a human being. The first step is the most difficult; however, often the most life changing. I look forward in helping you transform your life and be the person you were meant to be.

I am a graduate of Pepperdine University, I am proficient in treating minor to severe mental health issues and disorders. I have extensive experience working with dual diagnosis and addiction. I am competent in healing people with minor to severe mental health issues including trauma and personality disorders. I specialize in treating individuals, couples and families from a family system perspective, as well using multiple evidence based modalities in a integrative approach.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelly Patrick

Kelly Patrick

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“With over 25 years of experience, my approach focuses on fostering deep insight, building practical skills, and collaborating on actionable solutions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Tierney Shaffer

Tierney Shaffer

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I meet the client where they are at in a safe non-judgmental way and treat the whole person to help process emotions, manage trauma, and to self-regulate...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Wendina Eyma

Wendina Eyma

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My promise to you is to provide a safe, compassionate, and respectful space where you can heal, grow, and ultimately, empower yourself to create the life you want.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dedra McIntosh

Dedra McIntosh

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I bring compassion and warmth into my sessions, while also offering practical, evidence-based tools to support growth and healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Waddle

Heather Waddle

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


With over 15 years of experience, I have helped countless individuals navigate the challenges they face and find peace within themselves. Together, we can work towards culminating a healthier and more fulfilling future.

When I am not working I enjoy spending time with my dogs, hiking with friends, cooking, and making flower arrangements. I also enjoy spending time doing artsy activities or attending local events.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Priyanka Parikh

Priyanka Parikh

Psychologist

Virtual • Nocatee, FL


Hello, I’m Dr. Priyanka Parikh, and I’m glad you’re here.

I’m a licensed clinical psychologist (PsyD) with extensive experience providing evidence-based, compassionate care to adults from a wide range of backgrounds including Veterans, students, individuals from traditionally underserved communities, and people navigating chronic medical or mental health conditions.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shavanna King

Shavanna King

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Middleburg, FL


“I feel my position is to partner with you, wherever you are on your journey, provide professional evidence-based information...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Latonia Ambush

Latonia Ambush

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I believe that therapy is a journey that first begins with the courage to heal. Therapy should be a safe place to heal, discover, grow, and find moments of selah--which means to pause and reflect. The following quote sums up what I believe the healing process looks like: “Life is like an onion; you peel it off one layer at a time, and sometimes you weep” (Carl Sandburg).

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Emerson-Follick

Mary Emerson-Follick

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I also work personally and professionally from a holistic perspective, believing that the body, mind, and spirit are interconnected.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sabine Jules

Sabine Jules

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“Clients can expect to leave sessions feeling heard, supported, and equipped with practical tools they can use in their daily lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Pamela Summers

Pamela Summers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Naples, FL


“I find that Cognitive Emotional Behavioral Therapy to be most effective in understanding why and how we function and interact on a daily basis.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kristian Berger

Kristian Berger

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I try to be non-judgmental and caring while bringing humor and lightheartedness to the relationship when appropriate.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Morales

Katherine Morales

Therapist

Virtual • Longwood, FL


Welcome. Seeking support can feel difficult, especially when you're managing overwhelming emotions, relationship stress, painful experiences, or simply feeling disconnected from the life you want to live. I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief and loss, bipolar disorder, PTSD, women's issues, and challenges related to self-esteem, life transitions, and relationships. I understand that healing looks different for everyone, and I believe therapy should provide a space where you feel safe, respected, and genuinely understood. Whether you're struggling with day-to-day stress, navigating the impact of past experiences, or trying to make sense of difficult emotions, my goal is to help you gain insight, strengthen coping skills, and build a life that feels more balanced and fulfilling. Together, we can create meaningful change while honoring your unique experiences, strengths, and goals.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nicole Clinkscale

Nicole Clinkscale

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


"Support for the woman who constantly cares for others. If you feel overwhelmed and stretched thin, I’m here to help you regain your balance and well-being."

My calling to this work comes from my own experience of holding everything in, carrying the weight of caring for others, and hiding my own exhaustion. For a long time, I understood what it meant to keep going even when I needed a break, to put others' needs before my own, and to believe I had to handle everything on my own.

Through my own growth and continued practice, I have learned the importance of self-care, self-compassion, and giving myself permission to slow down. I've learned that asking for help is not a sign of weakness, and that taking a break does not mean I'm falling behind.

These experiences have deepened my passion for helping other women who find themselves caught in the same cycle of giving, doing, and carrying-while quietly putting their own needs last. I believe you can care deeply for the people you love without losing yourself in the process.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Marquita Beylink

Marquita Beylink

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I specialize in PTSD, anxiety, depression, and support for gay, lesbian, and bisexual clients. For 16 years, I’ve helped people navigate crisis, chronic mental health concerns, and life transitions with care and clarity.

My experience includes inpatient psychiatry, corrections, community mental health, youth counseling, and hospital-based crisis care. I provide diagnostic assessments and therapy tailored to each person’s needs.

I’m committed to creating a supportive, goal-focused space where you can feel heard and understood. If you’re ready to begin healing and move forward, I’d be honored to work with you.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Irasema Marrero

Irasema Marrero

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


Seeking mental health care can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) providing compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma-related concerns, mood disorders, and other emotional or behavioral challenges.

As a bilingual English-Spanish provider, I am passionate about improving access to high-quality mental health care for diverse communities and creating a safe space where clients feel comfortable expressing themselves in the language they know best. My goal is to build trust, empower healing, and support you every step of your journey toward better mental health.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ashley Gomez

Ashley Gomez

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe therapy works best when it builds on what's already strong in you and equips you to face what comes next with clarity and self compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Vanessa Vallejo

Vanessa Vallejo

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Hi there!

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida. I have an educational background of school counseling and as a teacher. I enjoy helping clients realize their potential while prioritizing their mental health. My counseling focus is with adolescents to adult-aged clients.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dominique Mickler

Dominique Mickler

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My mission is to create a safe space for children, adolescents, and young adults to help them cope with difficult situations and improve their mental health.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
April Evans

April Evans

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I love to collaborate with my clients to help them discover their strengths and help them to become the better version of themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dre Johnson

Dre Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Tamarac, FL


“I believe therapy is a partnership. If you invest in your wellbeing you will reap the rewards bountifully.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nicholas Makris

Nicholas Makris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fort Lauderdale, FL


“I focus on creating a clear, honest, and comfortable space to talk about the things you might not feel safe sharing anywhere else.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Danielle Poehlman

Danielle Poehlman

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I have a casual, laid back approach to therapy. I like to identify and provide coping skills for current issues, while also "digging" in to past experiences to find the roots of said issues.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jose Chavez

Jose Chavez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I believe in creating a warm, non-judgmental space where we work together to understand your goals and develop a personalized plan.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kristin Khoury

Kristin Khoury

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is client-centered and collaborative, fostering a supportive therapeutic environment where clients can build resilience, strengthen relationships, and work toward meaningful personal growth and lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jose Mesa Labrada

Jose Mesa Labrada

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My clinical approach focuses on providing individualized, evidence-based care in a supportive and goal-oriented environment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Faith Townsend

Faith Townsend

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Daytona Beach, FL


“My therapeutic approach consists of helping clients discover their best selves... utilizing multiple treatment modalities.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Emma Robertson

Emma Robertson

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Have you lost yourself in the demands of life or relationships? I offer support to women who feel drained, stuck, or invisible reconnect with their identity and reclaim their confidence.

I specialize in helping women who’ve lost their voice in trauma, toxic relationships, or life transitions reclaim their identity and rebuild confidence.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Samantha Masi

Samantha Masi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Boynton Beach, FL


“I create a warm and affirming space where individuals can work to meet their goals and take control of their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dionne Fontenelle

Dionne Fontenelle

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My clinical approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, utilizing standardized screening tools, risk assessments, and detailed clinical documentation to support accurate diagnoses and individualized treatment recommendations for diverse...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rasheed Ojerinde

Rasheed Ojerinde

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I view the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative partnership built on trust, openness, and mutual respect.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of Bradenton, FL

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Bradenton, FL
There are over 20 therapists in Bradenton, FL accepting new patients.
20+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 95%Anxiety
  • 90%Stress management
  • 85%Relationship issues
  • 80%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 85%Cigna
  • 75%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 50%Ascension
  • 40%Oxford
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 10%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 90%In-person or online
  • 10%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 70%Woman
  • 30%Man
License types
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  • 40%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 35%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 15%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 5%Licensed Psychologist
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 30%Family therapy
  • 20%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 10%Couples therapy

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