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LGBT therapists in Fort Myers, FL

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Fort Myers, FL

Finding an affirming therapist in Fort Myers doesn't have to be complicated. Headway's network of 2,587 empowering providers delivers culturally competent care for LGBTQIA+ mental health needs. Sessions are available as soon as tomorrow, with many providers offering free initial consultations and coverage through major insurance plans.

Dr. Ana Rosell

Dr. Ana Rosell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Miami, FL


“My style is warm, collaborative, and person-centered — I truly believe that mental health care works best when we build a partnership grounded in trust and understanding.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Keisha Scott

Keisha Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to create an open-minded, empowering, and welcoming environment where you feel comfortable being yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Robyn Parke

Robyn Parke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Windermere, FL


“I believe successful treatment begins with creating a safe, supportive environment where clients feel comfortable being honest about their experiences, challenges, and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kathy Lanthorne

Kathy Lanthorne

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Edgewater, FL


“Maintains an intentionally small caseload to provide deeply personalized, in-depth therapy that honors each individual's unique path...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Andres Borja

Andres Borja

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I bring a warm, grounded presence to therapy and believe that effective treatment starts with authentic connection and mutual respect.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Portia Seals

Portia Seals

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to create a safe space where you can explore your emotions, learn healthy ways to cope, and build the confidence to set boundaries and trust again.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Priya Chobe

Priya Chobe

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I have extensive experience working with minority, immigrant, queer, and neurodivergent populations.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Dickson

Amy Dickson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Clearwater, FL


Drawing from twenty years of experience in education and principal of therapeutic schools, I have developed the art of conflict resolution with reticent learners, with parents, with couples and individuals. I have the skillset to support people and transform their perceptions of self to cope with communication issues, anger, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and trauma. My empathetic approach offers people to find positive and creative techniques. I am highly gifted in working to establish and enhance relationships between parent and child/husband and wife using conflict resolution to create opportunities. As a clinician of almost ten years, I interact exceedingly well with individuals and couples to support positive communication and achieve personal growth whether it be in a marriage, parenting/school skills, or within oneself. My understanding, compassion, and acceptance of people when they enter therapy create a safe and trusting environment to unpack problems and develop strategies that enhance well-being, stability, and alternative perspectives on how to address struggles/conflicts.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Astrid Monroe

Astrid Monroe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Palmetto Bay, FL


I'm Astrid, a dedicated nurse practitioner with over 18 years of healthcare experience, including over 6 years in mental health, presently welcoming clients in FLORIDA and COLORADO.

I believe everyone deserves care that respects their entire being and honors the uniqueness of their life story.

My mission is to create a supportive and healing environment where mental health is approached holistically in a safe and judgment-free environment.

I am deeply committed to supporting individuals, especially women across the lifespan, from puberty and postpartum to perimenopause and beyond, as they navigate challenges, reclaim their power, and thrive.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Margaret Wood

Margaret Wood

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tallahassee, FL


“I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment for therapeutic healing. Clients learn mindfulness and self-soothing while processing trauma and life experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Susan Singer

Susan Singer

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I use an integrative approach, drawing from different evidenced based models & tailor therapy to meet your needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Maria Galvez

Maria Galvez

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I create a warm, judgment-free space where you can be yourself, and together we find the tools that work best for you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristy Kong

Kristy Kong

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“As a first-generation daughter of Chinese-Jamaican immigrant parents, I deeply understand the complexity of balancing cultural expectations, family dynamics, achievement pressure, and personal growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dena Bower

Dena Bower

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Working at your own pace, you will identify your strengths & barriers to greater success, learn to gently challenge yourself...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Amanda Lamelas

Dr. Amanda Lamelas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Miami, FL


“I believe my greatest strengths lie in my ability to listen deeply, connect authentically, and create a space where patients feel genuinely comfortable opening up.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Marjorie Lozama

Marjorie Lozama

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


As a DNP-prepared, board-certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I firmly believe everyone has the right to quality mental health care. With many years of experience in mental health and a diverse nursing background, I am committed to providing a safe, supportive, and judgment-free environment. This is a space where you can feel secure, understood, and empowered to achieve your optimal mental health. Congratulations on taking the first step toward living a fulfilling life.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mandy Sad

Mandy Sad

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


If you are looking for a therapist who can sit with the full picture- the child whose ADHD is shaping the whole household, the teen working through an eating disorder, the parent navigating divorce or the adult who's been carrying it for years- that's the work I've spent the last 23 years doing.

I'm an LMHC licensed in Florida, and I've worked with children, adolescents, families, and (over the past three years) adults across homes, schools, outpatient settings, and social service agencies. I have particular experience with military connected families, blended families, and clients navigating ADHD, eating disorders, anxiety, mood and bipolar disorders, grief, and the kinds of life transitions that shake your sense of self.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Melissa Moreno

Melissa Moreno

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“With over 20 years of training and experience in DBT, I guide clients in developing skills they can carry into daily life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ashli Jones-Williams

Ashli Jones-Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My therapeutic manner and tone are often VERY lively and jovial yet pensive when a situation calls for more seriousness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Kimberly Spencer

Kimberly Spencer

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“From our initial conversation, you will feel protected, safe, and validated for your life experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 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
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 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lynn Northrop

Dr. Lynn Northrop

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


“My core values include authenticity, kindness, humility, & celebrating the unique beauty & worth of every human.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jackeline Vargas

Jackeline Vargas

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I provide therapy in both English and Spanish and am deeply committed to serving the Hispanic community and multicultural families navigating identity, generational differences, and cultural stressors.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Eboni Arnold

Eboni Arnold

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“In our sessions, I take a compassionate, collaborative approach so you feel safe, respected, and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cristina (Lilia) Pineros

Cristina (Lilia) Pineros

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe every person brings unique strengths, experiences, and challenges into therapy, and I strive to create a compassionate, affirming space where you feel supported and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jeremiah Wirth

Jeremiah Wirth

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My style is direct and relaxed — I appreciate honesty and openness, and I bring that same energy to every session.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Yolaunie Findley

Yolaunie Findley

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I'm the kind of person who celebrates the little win, because that's often where the biggest growth begins.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Inga Karpenko

Inga Karpenko

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Clients, who have been to therapy before, will be heard and helped with identification of everything that worked or didn't work in the past, empowerment, validation.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Richard Rizo

Dr. Richard Rizo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


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.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kamin Rhoades

Kamin Rhoades

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each person's unique needs. I believe that healing happens in safe, supportive relationships—where you feel truly heard, respected, and never judged.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Christine Farina

Christine Farina

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I have ten years in the psychiatric field treating a wide range of disorders. I'm not the kind of provider that just throws pills at you and says "see you in a month!"”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Loretta Barron

Loretta Barron

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am eclectic in my approach—I carefully assemble an effective treatment plan that is specific to my client's personal needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mala Williams-Lawrence

Mala Williams-Lawrence

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach to counseling begins with fostering an open and safe relationship in a nurturing environment that promotes healing, growth and insight.”
LGBTQIA+, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zaryn Avaren

Zaryn Avaren

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe meaningful change begins when we slow down and meet ourselves with curiosity instead of judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Veronica Ellsworth

Veronica Ellsworth

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to create a supportive, structured, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel understood while building healthier coping skills and lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Oscar DeBardeleben

Oscar DeBardeleben

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My own experience with therapy played a major role in changing my life, which is what ultimately led me to this field.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jada Spease

Jada Spease

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe healing looks different for everyone. My job is to understand where you truly are, then help you move toward where you want to be — at your pace, with someone genuinely in your corner.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Nascia Graham Pmhnp

Dr. Nascia Graham Pmhnp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“By combining evidence-based therapy with thoughtful medication management, I aim to create a compassionate and confidential space where you feel supported and empowered on your path to wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Epstein

Michael Epstein

Therapist

Virtual • Sarasota, FL


“I'm a direct, practical, and occasionally humorous therapist — I believe real progress happens when you feel both supported and challenged, not just listened to.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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Find the right LGBTQ-friendly therapy provider for you

Headway makes it easier to connect with affirming therapists who understand your identity — from finding the right therapist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing an LGBTQIA Therapist in Fort Myers, FL

Searching for LGBTQIA+ therapists in Fort Myers starts with finding care that is identity-affirming. A good fit may have experience with affirmative therapy, gender-diverse care, WPATH-informed training, or working with LGBTQIA+ communities. You may also want support with anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, identity, trauma, or life changes. Review each therapist’s listed specialties, approach, and bio to see whether their experience matches what you want to discuss in therapy.

Fort Myers is a smaller market, so local LGBTQIA+-affirming therapists may be more limited than in larger Florida cities. Virtual therapy can expand your options while still letting you use location, availability, and insurance filters to find a practical fit. You can also look for therapists who clearly mention LGBTQIA+ populations in their profiles, offer a free phone consultation, or share details about their communication style and therapy approach.

Therapy in Fort Myers can be a significant cost without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and see what you may pay before you book. Headway helps you find therapists who are accepting new patients, match your preferences, and accept a wide range of insurance plans, so you can review bios, compare options, and book directly when you’re ready.

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