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LGBT therapists in Jacksonville, FL

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville's LGBTQIA+ community can access compassionate mental health support through Headway, connecting with empowering providers across diverse neighborhoods. Our 2,770 licensed providers offer flexible scheduling, free intake calls, and support for talk therapy and medication management.

Sari Terrusa

Sari Terrusa

Therapist

Virtual • Jupiter, FL


“I use a cognitive, interactive, goal oriented approach and teach practical tools that are designed to treat anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and addictions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues
Energetic, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Thomas Jones

Thomas Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is collaborative and warm, drawing from my diverse background, including a transition from the US Army in 2008.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Linda Button

Linda Button

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I'm passionate about helping clients feel supported, understood, and empowered as they navigate life's challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lisa Gentile

Lisa Gentile

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Hello and welcome. I believe that healing happens through a connection of mind, body and spirit. My goal is to provide a supportive space where clients feel understood and empowered to create meaningful change. Drawing from a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach, I help clients identify patterns that may be keeping them stuck while building practical tools for growth and resilience. I believe in the strength of the human spirit and having the ability to reframe core belief's. Whether you are navigating a difficult season or seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, I would be honored to support you on your journey.

My experience includes mental health treatment, substance use treatment, eating disorder treatment, intensive family therapy, and grief work. I view each person within the context of their relationships, environment, and life experiences, and tailor treatment to meet their unique needs.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jose Ignacio Ramirez Rodriguez

Jose Ignacio Ramirez Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fort Lauderdale, FL


“I have a particular interest in working with folks from the LGBTQ+ community. I employ a variety of treatment modalities including CBT, ACT, MI, CPT, STAIR, and solution-focused therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Peg (Margaret) Seykora

Peg (Margaret) Seykora

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Feedback from my clients tell me that they feel safe and not judged. They are often surprised at how quickly their quality of their life improves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ariel Jakes

Ariel Jakes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“My dual background in primary family care and mental health allows me to treat the whole person, recognizing that physical health and emotional well-being are deeply interconnected.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sharon Rothman

Sharon Rothman

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I offer a compassionate, nonjudgmental, empowering and safe environment for growth and self-awareness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Jordan

Andrea Jordan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Miami, FL


“I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP) and disease management coordinator with a background in psychiatric care and medical care.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sharron Leonard

Sharron Leonard

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I have a Person-Centered approach to therapy; I strongly believe therapy should be detailed to a person strengths and needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Haley Shepherd

Haley Shepherd

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Therapy is self-care. I want my client's therapeutic experience to be the best one possible as I know they are using the small amount of time they have to work on themselves. I am the therapist I would want for myself. I am collaborative, knowledgeable, I help simplify the complicated, put words to experiences, feelings, and thoughts, and guide clients in what to do with their findings. I am the therapist you do "the work" with.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Madi Bessette

Madi Bessette

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Hi there, I’m Madi. I am a relational therapist who focuses on building authentic connections with individuals and families. I believe that through these connections, we create a safe and effective place for healing.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alex Honigman

Alex Honigman

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I want clients I work with to feel empowered, grounded and have a greater understanding of themselves and the healthy pathways that lead to a meaningful life aligned to their value set.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Caroline Dos Santos

Caroline Dos Santos

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I have focused most of my training on working with women and LGBTQ+ folks dealing with anxiety and depression.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathryn Moreno

Kathryn Moreno

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“She has extensive education and experience helping process relational issues, mood problems, and trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Tyler March

Tyler March

Therapist

Virtual • Winter Park, FL


“I believe in fostering a safe and nurturing space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jessica Miller

Jessica Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My style is open-minded, warm, and participatory—blending compassion with practical, evidence-based tools to help you look beyond surface-level symptoms and build on your existing resilience.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Eric Spindelman

Eric Spindelman

Therapist

Virtual • Fort Lauderdale, FL


“I am a queer competent counselor. The majority of my career, I have worked with LGBTQ individuals on a variety of different topics...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Summer Sievert

Summer Sievert

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and overcome barriers that prevent you from reaching your fullest potential...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kristal Otto

Kristal Otto

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe that every person who walks through my (virtual) door already carries the inner resources they need, my role is to help you discover them and build on what's already there.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Identity issues, PTSD
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Natalie Rothman

Dr. Natalie Rothman

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I talk like a person in the room with you. You'll hear my real reactions, my questions when I get lost...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Angela Hale

Angela Hale

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I offer a relaxed, judgment-free space where you can talk openly, work through challenges, and discover tools that actually fit your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Joy Harlynking

Joy Harlynking

Therapist

Virtual • Orlando, FL


“My focus is on depth over quick fixes; not by becoming someone different, but by developing a more compassionate relationship with who you are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Yelina Fernandez

Yelina Fernandez

Psychologist

Virtual • Kendall, FL


Hello! I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Florida. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults with autism spectrum disorder.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sian-Marie Laws

Sian-Marie Laws

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wesley Chapel, FL


“I believe therapy should feel like a safe, grounded space where you can explore your experiences, understand yourself more deeply, and build the confidence to move forward in ways that feel authentic and sustainable.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Rosa Salom Garcia

Dr. Rosa Salom Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Before becoming a counselor, I worked as both a medical doctor and a pharmacist, which gave me a deep appreciation for how closely our minds and bodies are connected.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melyssa Lopez

Melyssa Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


My name is Melyssa Rivera-Lopez; a Forensic Licensed Clinician who graduated with high honors from Barry University. I have 20 + years of experience working in the field. Responsibilities include delivering evidence-based treatment options, assessments, diagnosis, recommendations pertaining to mental health status, and serving as an expert witness. Other functions include policy and program development, mediation, advocacy, and behavioral science research.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Garry Cowles

Garry Cowles

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I work well with clients who are having substance abuse issues, depression, Anxiety, relationship issues and achademic/vocational stress.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Isabel ODriscoll

Isabel ODriscoll

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Maitland, FL


“My approach centers on building a strong, trusting rapport and cultivating a supportive space where you can reclaim your strength and motivation.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Taylor Barchowski

Taylor Barchowski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Trinity, FL


“I am passionate about journeying with individuals to discover helpful insights to live with a bit more ease...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pamela Sloane-Bradbury

Pamela Sloane-Bradbury

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Pamela believes the best way for a person to explore complicated feelings is in a safe space, free from judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sarah Farmer

Sarah Farmer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tallahassee, FL


“I believe in a strength based approach which means every client has a natural strength that can be used to improve upon any situation.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Brandi Villafuerte

Brandi Villafuerte

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Orlando, FL


“I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental environment where you can freely express yourself without fear of criticism.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathleen Christian

Kathleen Christian

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“My goal as a PMHNP is to provide holistic, patient-centered care that empowers individuals to take control of their mental well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Brianna Brown

Brianna Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Brianna believes mental health assistance is not a sign of weakness and those who have the courage to seek help are taking the first step in standing strong on their own.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 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
Amy Kelley

Amy Kelley

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I am currently on maternity leave until mid-July. If you think we would be a good fit I can either add you to my waitlist or set you up with one of the clinicians that works for me (who are very similar to me). You can check out more information on my website www.wildlyauthenticcounseling.com

Do you feel like you have lost your spark and vibrancy? Do you struggle with the expectations of who you should be, never feeling like you are enough? Do you numb your feelings and ignore your hearts desires for comfort, stability, acceptance, and normalcy? That used to be me too! With my own ADHD and Trauma, life has not always been easy. I want to help you overcome the things that are weighing you down and help you actualize your most authentic life.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Diabetes, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharonda Paugh

Sharonda Paugh

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“As a therapist, I enjoy a collaborative experience with the client that involves processing, and brainstorming interventions that will work best for each client's unique situation.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Romano

Amanda Romano

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My intention is to help you explore what has made you think, act, and behave the way you do, and navigate how to make your patterns more productive for you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sharon Robinson

Sharon Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I strive to create a welcoming and affirming space for all clients. I am LGBTQ+ allied, sex-positive, and supportive of diverse identities...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Jacksonville, FL
There are over 33 therapists in Jacksonville, FL accepting new patients.
33+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 97%Stress management
  • 97%Anxiety
  • 94%Trauma
  • 94%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 97%Cigna
  • 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 76%Ascension
  • 52%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 3%French
  • 3%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 97%In-person or online
  • 3%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 76%Woman
  • 21%Man
  • 3%Non-binary
License types
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  • 58%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 18%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 15%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 6%Licensed Psychologist
  • 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 97%Individual therapy
  • 33%Family therapy
  • 24%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 21%Couples therapy

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