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LGBT therapists in Deerfield Beach, FL

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Deerfield Beach, FL

Access inclusive mental healthcare in Deerfield Beach through Headway's network of 2,631 affirming providers trained in LGBTQIA support. Whether you're exploring identity, managing relationship challenges, or building confidence, our solution-oriented therapists provide creative, holistic care tailored to your unique needs.

Esther Charles

Esther Charles

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I've spent years working with people in very tough situations, helping them make sense of what they're going through and feel supported rather than overwhelmed.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Wendy Dunn

Wendy Dunn

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe every person has the capacity for healing and growth. My role is not to tell you who to become, but to help you reconnect with the resilience and wisdom that already exist within you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Joel Filmore

Dr. Joel Filmore

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“We work at the intersections of trauma, addiction, race, culture, and LGBTQ+ identity, guiding clients to unlearn survival patterns, confront generational wounds, and reclaim joy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Erin Tobiasz

Erin Tobiasz

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I utilize the core skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help clients learn how to identify thoughts and feelings and manage them in healthy ways.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joey Caggiano

Joey Caggiano

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“As a therapist with a disability, I have unique insight into those who think differently and make therapy enjoyable.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Frances Morken

Frances Morken

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am a compassionate therapist specializing in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), helping clients build balance, resilience, and emotional clarity.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nevedha White

Nevedha White

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Clearwater, FL


“I know that together we can help ease the stress in your life and help you find peace and meaning and fulfillments.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lynn Throtman

Lynn Throtman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Winter Haven, FL


“You should expect an environment where are you free to express positive and negative feedback about your counselor's style or direction of treatment without worrying that they will get upset or offended.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Lachendro

Elizabeth Lachendro

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I typically set a non judgmental and open minded environment. The goals will be the ones that you as a client wish to attain.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Lienys Almaguer

Lienys Almaguer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I believe every person's story is unique, and I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where my clients feel seen and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Renee Clauselle

Dr. Renee Clauselle

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach integrates psychotherapy with somatic and nervous-system work to help clients move beyond insight and create change they can actually feel.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lynette Candelaria Merced

Lynette Candelaria Merced

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Orlando, FL


“I'm an honest, patient, and reflective provider who values creating a supportive space for children and adolescents.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Eliza Joachim

Eliza Joachim

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My therapy style focuses on past and present issues to help my clients lead freer, more fulfilled lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Johanny Ortiz

Johanny Ortiz

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Naples, FL


“I am well-versed in managing all classes of psychiatric medications, including stimulants, benzodiazepines, SSRIs/SNRIs, mood stabilizers, and other medications.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Karen Markus-Handis

Karen Markus-Handis

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Karen empowers her clients to utilize their strengths to help them sort out their challenges and achieve their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ronald Gabriau

Ronald Gabriau

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a strong foundation in clinical training and years of experience supporting adults through grief, loss, and life transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Leah Armstrong

Leah Armstrong

Therapist

Virtual • Naples, FL


I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Master’s Level Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP) with a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University. I specialize in treating substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions, using evidence-based approaches like motivational interviewing and individualized treatment planning. My experience includes facilitating group therapy and working with diverse adult populations in recovery. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard and empowered to make positive changes.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Kabeel Dosani

Dr. Kabeel Dosani

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


You may have learned to navigate spaces where parts of you didn’t feel fully seen or accepted. Over time, those experiences can shape how you see yourself.


What is the story you tell yourself? What messages have you taken in from others—and from the world around you? How have those shaped the way you see yourself?


For many people, these stories are formed in spaces where parts of them felt unseen, misunderstood, or not fully accepted. Over time, this can lead to cycles of self-doubt, shame, or feeling like you have to keep proving your worth.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Karen Warren

Karen Warren

Therapist

Virtual • Port Charlotte, FL


“My approach to therapy is a combination of problem-solving techniques of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and self-awareness practices of mindfulness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kristi Gibbs

Kristi Gibbs

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“While I'm a therapist, I'm human first & have felt the anxiety and uncertainty of making the decision to reach out for help.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
George Dekeles

George Dekeles

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • St. Petersburg, FL


“I bring more than 30 years of psychiatric nursing experience and have practiced as a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner since 2010.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Rosa Tousent

Dr. Rosa Tousent

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I believe in treating the whole person not just symptoms, and strive to ensure every patient feels heard, understood, and genuinely supported throughout their healing journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vittoria Rivera

Vittoria Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“The flower that blooms in adversity is the most rare and beautiful of all.” — Mulan


For the past five years, I have been honored to walk alongside my clients as they navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship issues, and self-esteem issues. I also work with clients struggling with mood disorders, OCD, and personality disorders, amongst other conditions. My journey in this field began with my education at the University of Central Florida, where I built the foundation for my clinical practice. It has been my mission to create a space where you can be yourself and we can work together towards healing.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kamila Ledoux

Kamila Ledoux

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I guide my clients to create optimal well being for themselves by choosing thoughts and behaviors that work for them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Osvaldo Vazquez Bueno

Osvaldo Vazquez Bueno

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I always like to create a rapport with clients who I provide the service to. To me engagement, listening and compassion are very important keys in order to achieve the best outcome in the therapeutic relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Chavekka Edwards

Chavekka Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Lauderhill, FL


“My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself while also helping you gain the insight, tools, and confidence to move forward.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Marc Steinmetz

Dr. Marc Steinmetz

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


I'm a licensed psychologist working with adolescents, adults, and seniors navigating anxiety, depression, grief, significant life changes, or challenges with attention and focus. My goal is to offer a safe, affirming space to explore your life, your story, and what matters most to you — your experiences, your values, and where you hope to go. You are a complex, whole person made up of many parts — and there is room here for all of them.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Francelise Kacy-Cornwall

Francelise Kacy-Cornwall

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe in empowering clients by helping them build insight, develop effective coping strategies, and create meaningful, lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Waynetta Kirtsey

Waynetta Kirtsey

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


My focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. I want to walk alongside you and help to empower you. Together, we find hope.

I am dedicated to the mental health field and have been both a therapist and a clinical supervisor. My areas of knowledge include trauma, depression, grief, anxiety, adjustment disorder, substance abuse, ADHD, self-esteem issues, and life transition difficulties. I work with individuals, adolescents, couples, and families.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nancy Grau

Dr. Nancy Grau

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


“Nancy uses an integrated approach to therapy based on trauma-informed, psychodynamic, emotion-focused, and cognitive-behavioral therapies.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Enma Cordero Rodriguez

Dr. Enma Cordero Rodriguez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kissimmee, FL


“My goal is to make high-quality psychiatric care feel clear, respectful, and accessible through convenient telehealth visits.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cynthia Gutierrez

Cynthia Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • North Miami Beach, FL


Hi, I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a heart for supporting individuals through the transformative journey of parenthood. Specializing in perinatal mental health, I provide compassionate, bilingual therapy to help you navigate the emotional highs and lows of pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. With a degree from Rutgers University and years of experience working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, I understand that every journey is unique.

My approach is warm, empowering, and always centered on meeting you exactly where you are. Together, we’ll create a space for healing, growth, and renewed strength.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.

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LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Larra Burdo

Larra Burdo

Therapist

Virtual • Oakland Park, FL


“My approach to therapy is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical, evidence-based method that helps clients understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Carneisha Washington

Carneisha Washington

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Hi, I'm Carneisha, most clients call me CJ. I'm a licensed social worker (MSW, University of Georgia) with five years of experience working with adults of all ages, including older adults and diverse populations such as Native American communities. I specialize in depression, mood and affect disorders, and personality disorders, and I bring a warm, affirming, genuinely curious presence to every session.

At my core, I'm a Rogerian meaning I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my job is to walk alongside you, not in front of you. You'll find this is a judgment-free space where we can explore what's shaped you, your history, your fears, your patterns and work together toward a version of yourself you actually recognize and feel good in.

LGBTQIA+, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Andria Boyd-Diggs

Andria Boyd-Diggs

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I'm especially passionate about supporting BIPOC clients in feeling seen, understood, and empowered in therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Abby Pease

Abby Pease

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Hello, I’m Abby Pease, LCSW, QS! As a therapist, I strive to create a safe and welcoming space where clients feel truly seen and supported. I bring warmth, energy, and a touch of humor into my work, helping clients navigate challenges while also reminding them that healing doesn’t always have to be heavy. My goal is to walk alongside you with compassion and clarity as you move toward growth and resilience.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Kimberly Townsend

Kimberly Townsend

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Thank you for visiting my profile! My name is Kimberly Townsend, LMHC and I provide general mental health telehealth therapy services for pre-teens, teens and adults via individual and/or family sessions. I have ten years of experience working with clients and patients in various clinical capacities (schools, in-home, inpatient, outpatient, corrections/prison, private practice). Clients are often looking for support navigating something that has left them feeling alone, surprised or unbalanced. You will find me to be a warm, supportive, welcoming, competent and skilled therapist. I will cheer you on and challenge you. All are welcome, just as you are.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Mark Isajiw

Mark Isajiw

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I take a very client-centred approach to providing therapy services and am well-versed in principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and work within them in a...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Michele Levy

Michele Levy

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I deeply understand each developmental stage and look forward to walking next to you to become "your best self."”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Deerfield Beach, FL
There are over 50 therapists in Deerfield Beach, FL accepting new patients.
50+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 96%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 86%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 84%Cigna
  • 80%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 72%Ascension
  • 56%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 28%Spanish
  • 4%Hebrew
  • 2%French
  • 2%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 64%Woman
  • 36%Man
License types
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  • 38%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 28%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 20%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 8%Licensed Psychologist
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 40%Family therapy
  • 28%Couples therapy
  • 20%Child or adolescent therapy

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