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LGBT therapists in Estero, FL


Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Estero, FL
Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Estero with affirming mental health providers who understand your unique experiences and identity. Our network of 2,628 licensed providers offers virtual and in-person sessions with compassionate support tailored to your needs.
Above all, I want my clients to know that my priority is to create a space where they feel safe being fully and authentically themselves. As a gay man, I understand the importance of having spaces where identity does not need to be explained, defended, or minimized, and I hope to create that sense of safety for each of my clients. I welcome LGBTQ+ adults and young adults, and I offer affirming therapy where who you are is the starting point, not something you have to justify.
Professionally, I am a Miami-based Licensed Clinical Social Worker offering telehealth therapy to clients across Florida. I completed my Bachelor of Social Work in Indianapolis and my Master of Social Work in Miami. Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to work with people navigating some of life's most difficult moments.
My experience includes providing therapeutic services within a homeless shelter's substance use treatment program, as well as working in an inpatient hospital setting. I have supported individuals through addiction and substance use recovery, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, medical crises, and major life transitions. I draw on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), harm reduction, solution-focused brief therapy, and positive psychology, and I tailor my approach to what actually fits your life and goals. I am no stranger to difficult conversations, and I want my clients to know that no thought or feeling is unwelcome in our therapeutic space.
Every individual, regardless of background, identity, or lived experience, is welcome in my practice. Whether you are working through recovery, grieving a loss, managing anxiety or depression, or facing a major life change, I would be glad to support you.
I look forward to meeting you!
Greetings! My name is Brandi, I'm a licensed clinical social worker in the Jacksonville, Florida area. I obtained my bachelor's degree in social work from Florida A&M University 2012 and my master's degree in social work from Florida State University 2022. I am newly licensed; however, I have worked in the social work field for over 10 years. I've worked in child welfare, substance abuse, private practice and elderly care. I work with individuals, families, groups and couples.
Hello! My name is Hunter Soens and I am very excited for the opportunity to work together. I have had training experiences primarily working with college students, in a hospital setting for eating disorders, and working with individual athletes and teams. I received my undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of South Florida, my master's degree in sport and performance psychology from the University of Denver, and my doctorate in counseling psychology from Springfield College. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, men's issues, and disordered eating, and I take an LGBTQIA+ affirming approach with every client. When working with me, expect a warm, direct, and humorous conversation rather than a lecture.
Welcome, I'm Hannah! I am a licensed therapist based in Florida. I deeply enjoy working with clients of various identities and cultural backgrounds. Together, we can navigate things like identity development, relationships, emotional regulation, and all of the unique parts of yourself. I strive to help you find useful tools that promote empowerment and self-understanding. As your therapist, I welcome you as are and I am eager to support you in your wellness journey. If you are seeking therapy that prioritizes authenticity, curiosity, and new insights, then we may be a great fit.
Great to meet you!
I am a board-certified adult psychiatrist and have been practicing psychiatry since 2017. I work with adults from diverse backgrounds, including professionals, students, parents, women, men, and LGBTQ+ clients, who may be navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma/PTSD, insomnia, OCD, perinatal mental health, stress, or major life transitions. My approach is warm, collaborative, evidence-based, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed. I offer psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychotherapy, telehealth, and second opinions, with a focus on helping you feel heard, understood, and supported as we work toward meaningful change.
Seeking therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 10 years of experience, I work with children, teens, adults, and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, stress, and life transitions. I provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard and understood. My goal is to help you gain insight, develop healthy coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change so you can live a more balanced and fulfilling life.
My practice style is open minded, solution focused, and direct to the point. I love to help any individual from a humanistic point of view. I am extremely empathetic, love to be honest and being honest with my patients is key in my every day practice.
I am a therapist with extensive experience providing compassionate person-centered care to teens, young adults, older adults, couples, families and caregivers. My approach is warm, supportive and non-judgmental, with a focus on helping clients identify their own strengths, insights and solutions. I strive to create a safe and welcoming online environment where clients feel heard, respected and empowered. I also offer flexible scheduling including evening hours to make therapy more accessible.
Hi, I’m Eli Manata, a Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) offering trauma-informed, inclusive virtual therapy for adults and couples. I support clients navigating gambling-related harm, substance use, anxiety, trauma, sexual health, intimacy, identity, and relationship concerns. I am pursuing International Certified Gambling Counselor (ICGC) certification while completing doctoral studies in Expressive Therapies. Sessions are available in English, Portuguese, Spanish, and French.
About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Estero, FL



- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 98%Anxiety
- 94%Depression
- 91%Stress management
- 87%Trauma

- 99%Aetna
- 92%Cigna
- 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 65%Ascension
- 51%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey

- 98%English
- 19%Spanish
- 2%French
- 1%Portuguese
- 1%Haitian Creole

- 85%Online only
- 15%In-person or online

- 79%Woman
- 20%Man
- 1%Non-binary

- 38%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 24%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 10%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 8%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 6%Licensed Clinical Social Worker

- 100%Individual therapy
- 40%Family therapy
- 31%Couples therapy
- 19%Child or adolescent therapy
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