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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Lakeland, FL

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Lakeland with 2,588 licensed providers who offer affirming, open-minded mental healthcare. Access talk therapy and medication management through flexible virtual or in-person sessions, with many clients saving 75% on care through insurance. Find your right fit provider with free consultations available.

Kristopher Oldham

Kristopher Oldham

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I take a holistic, patient-centered approach—focusing not just on symptom relief, but on helping clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to achieve lasting mental wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Holistic, Humorous
Brenda S Faiber

Brenda S Faiber

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am an interactive, compassionate, and experienced therapist who has supported clients through a wide range of challenges...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Hyacinth Morgan

Hyacinth Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • Fort Lauderdale, FL


“I specialize in working with trauma survivors, people navigating depression and anxiety, individuals in recovery from substance use, and members of the LGBTQ+ community.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Stress management
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Alycia Shaheed

Alycia Shaheed

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is strengths-based, experiential, collaborative, and tailored to the way you feel most comfortable expressing yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jessica Gagliardo

Jessica Gagliardo

Therapist

Virtual • High Springs, FL


“I am a certified EMDR clinician with advanced training in trauma-focused care, and I specialize in helping clients process and heal from complex and deeply traumatic experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Hannah Karolewicz

Dr. Hannah Karolewicz

Therapist

Virtual • Miami, FL


“My approach is direct, warm, and curious. I believe good sex therapy should feel like a conversation with someone who's genuinely on your side, not an interrogation or a lecture.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Yolanda Butcher

Yolanda Butcher

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to help you feel seen, supported, and equipped with tools to build stability, resilience, and a renewed sense of hope.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Janelle Job

Janelle Job

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, supportive, and grounded in helping clients create realistic and meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Daniel Mauer

Dr. Daniel Mauer

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


“I will be open minded, listen wholeheartedly, will be non-judgmental and will support you unconditionally.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chelsea Sherwood

Chelsea Sherwood

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I bring my full, authentic self to the room, humor and real talk included, so you feel safe doing the same.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Antonica Dumont

Antonica Dumont

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Plantation, FL


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, empowered, and actively involved in their treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Steven Cospewicz

Steven Cospewicz

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe that active listening and a warm, inquisitive, and non judgmental approach allows you to feel safe and heard.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Prerna Tolani

Dr. Prerna Tolani

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


I approach work with my patients with genuineness, unconditional positive regard, and empathy. I work with my patients according to their goals in a collaborative manner. I also meet my patients where they are, with challenges that are digestible.

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

Cynthia Schwartz

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My hope is to help you create a "life worth living" in which you can be the best version of yourself and feel more confident in the resilient person you are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Markesha Woods

Markesha Woods

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe people change when they feel genuinely understood and have tools they can actually use — so I aim to be both a steady, nonjudgmental presence and a practical partner in the work.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Hannah Singer

Hannah Singer

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


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.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Sylvie Fanous-Samaan Silva

Sylvie Fanous-Samaan Silva

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is warm, direct, and grounded in presence. I integrate Gestalt Therapy with Transpersonal, Depth, and mindfulness-based practices...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zoila Rey

Zoila Rey

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is warm, affirming, direct, and empowering. I believe therapy should provide both support and practical tools that help create lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mona Ramlawi

Mona Ramlawi

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I help ambitious, self aware adults untangle patterns that keep them living for everyone else's approval so they can move toward confidence, clarity, and self trust.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 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
Janelle Carbone-Rodriguez

Janelle Carbone-Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I specialize in CBT, grief counseling and crisis intervention, helping individuals navigate life's challenges with practical tools and clear direction.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kassandra Calzada

Kassandra Calzada

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Therapy with me is very human and genuine. I don’t just focus on what’s painful or stuck but help to highlight the ways in which my clients overcome life's punches. While I take this work seriously, I believe laughter can be healing and disarming in therapy.

I earned my Master’s degree in Counselor Education from Florida International University and have worked in a variety of settings, including the foster care system, residential treatment, and community mental health. My background includes supporting individuals navigating trauma, persistent mental health conditions, substance use, eating disorders, and major life transitions. I’ve also worked with veterans, individuals who are unhoused, and LGBTQIA2S+ clients.

In my practice, I work with clients experiencing anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, identity exploration, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I also support clients with PTSD, some OCD presentations, and concerns related to gender, sexuality, and queer identity. My work is trauma-informed, affirming, and rooted in helping clients feel both emotionally safe and genuinely understood.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tara Bryant

Tara Bryant

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Whether it is a life transition or an ongoing problem, we will work through it together in a safe space with a personalized approach.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chloe Cola

Chloe Cola

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Clients can expected to be listened to attentively and compassionately. I have been told my whole life that I have a calming presence...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Patricia Perez Guerra

Patricia Perez Guerra

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I strive to create an environment where people feel comfortable being honest about what they're going through.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ida Sanfiel

Ida Sanfiel

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I am a bilingual therapist who offers a supportive space for individuals from diverse backgrounds. I specializes in helping clients manage anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness, I work with both children and adults to find healing and create positive change in their lives.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Daniela De Medeiros, Psy.D, MS.Ed

Dr. Daniela De Medeiros, Psy.D, MS.Ed

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Coral Gables, FL


You’re tired of explaining yourself. To doctors, to family, to people who mean well and still don’t get it. You’re the strong one, the responsible one, the person everyone leans on, and nobody sees what it’s costing you.

I’m Dr. Daniela De Medeiros, a clinical psychologist in Miami with over a decade of experience working with teens and adults from all walks of life. I work with people navigating anxiety, panic disorder, depression, ADHD, trauma, low self-esteem, grief, life transitions, identity, family conflict, relationship struggles, women’s issues, and the emotional weight of chronic illness and chronic pain. I hold a doctoral degree in clinical psychology (Psy.D.) and a master’s in mental health counseling, with specialized training in health psychology. I’m also trilingual and conduct sessions in English, Portuguese, and Spanish.

Most people who find me are exhausted, a little unsure therapy will even help, and carrying more than they let anyone see. You don’t have to have it all figured out to start.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Morena Aparicio

Morena Aparicio

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


If you're an adolescent or adult carrying anxiety, depression, trauma, or the kind of exhaustion that comes from navigating life on your own for too long, therapy with me is meant to feel calm, unhurried, and genuinely supportive. I work with teens and adults facing relationship struggles, self-esteem challenges, life transitions, emotional dysregulation, and stress that's hard to shake. I also support parents of children and young adults with ADHD or autism-related needs, and I have experience working with individuals and families facing complex mental health and substance use challenges. My background spans community mental health, crisis stabilization, outpatient care, and hospital settings, so I've sat with a wide range of what people go through.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Suzanne Messina

Suzanne Messina

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is interactive, solution-focused, and tailored to you. I believe therapy should feel both supportive and useful...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Lourdes Araujo

Dr. Lourdes Araujo

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Reaching out for support is often the hardest step, and I believe healing begins when you feel safe, heard, and genuinely understood.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alan Zupka

Alan Zupka

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I draw from approaches such as CBT, ACT, narrative therapy, strengths-based therapy, and Gottman-informed couples work...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Angela Franklin

Angela Franklin

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Mental Health Counselor with nine years of experience, who believes in empowering you to honor yourself and your overall health.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Andres Cintra Marin

Andres Cintra Marin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Miami, FL


“My approach combines clinical expertise, compassion, and personalized care to support each patient's mental wellness journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Charlene Crace

Charlene Crace

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe therapy should feel human, practical, and tailored to your real life, and I value building strong rapport so you feel comfortable being fully yourself in the room.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Olivia Adamson

Olivia Adamson

Therapist

Virtual • Orlando, FL


“I believe change begins with understanding the problems that are affecting your life and identifying the patterns that keep those problems going.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cheryl Debrosse

Cheryl Debrosse

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My style is compassionate, direct, and collaborative. In therapy, we will make space for your feelings, explore the thoughts and patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and build healthier coping tools that fit your real life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Jordan Montgomery

Dr. Jordan Montgomery

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Therapy is a collaborative process, and I see my role as a guide and ally as you move toward greater clarity, connection, and resilience.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Robert Thally

Robert Thally

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Sessions are active and purposeful. We regularly check in about what is helping and adjust the approach as needed so therapy remains useful, relevant, and aligned with your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 11 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

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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 Lakeland, FL

Finding LGBTQIA+ therapists in Lakeland starts with identifying someone who offers identity-affirming care and has experience with the concerns you want support for. You may want help related to identity, relationships, family dynamics, anxiety, depression, trauma, or gender-related stress. Look for therapists who mention affirmative therapy, WPATH training, gender-diverse experience, or LGBTQIA+-affirming care in their profiles. These details can help you find someone whose training and listed specialties match what you want to address.

In a smaller city like Lakeland, the number of local therapists with clear LGBTQIA+ experience may be more limited than in larger metro areas. Virtual therapy can expand your options while still giving you access to care from home. As you compare therapists, consider appointment availability, whether they are accepting new patients, and whether their background or approach feels relevant to you. Reading bios before booking can help you see how each therapist describes their communication style, experience with LGBTQIA+ populations, and what sessions may look like.

Therapy in Lakeland can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs, and Headway helps you check your coverage before you book. You can compare therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, review estimated out-of-pocket costs, and choose between virtual and in-person appointments. From there, you can browse profiles, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

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