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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Longwood, FL

Finding a therapist who truly understands LGBTQIA+ identity and experiences matters. Headway's warm, open-minded providers in Longwood are ready to support your mental health journey with evidence-based care and genuine affirmation.

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
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
Shaudi Adel

Shaudi Adel

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, eating disorders and body image issues, life transitions, and trauma who want to build a better future.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Giamarie Daino

Dr. Giamarie Daino

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • North Miami, FL


“Dr. Daino has worked with clients with severe and persistent mental illness, PTSD, victims of sex trafficking and abuse, individuals suffering from substance abuse...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Nicasio Renaldo

Nicasio Renaldo

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I use an attachment-based, psychodynamic approach, which means we spend time looking at your early relationships and how they shaped the beliefs you carry into adulthood...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kelli Lewis-Foltin

Kelli Lewis-Foltin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“She is very thorough and provides quality evidence-based care. She emphasizes client safety to achieve optimal health and healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kate Bowser

Kate Bowser

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe that a strong, collaborative therapeutic relationship is the foundation of meaningful growth...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Chelsea Younger

Chelsea Younger

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Navarre, FL


“I am trained in various trauma specific modalities, to include EMDR, and continue learning with a passionate and eager mind in order to expand my knowledge base.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Melissa Casavant

Melissa Casavant

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Although I have completed training in various areas of therapy, I prefer using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in combination with Somatic practices that bring the body and mind together in the session.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Steven Littleton

Steven Littleton

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My role as a therapist is to provide support, guidance, and undivided attention while my clients take their time building trust in the healing process.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, Panic disorders
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Nicole Rodriguez-Medina

Nicole Rodriguez-Medina

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I understand the challenges you're facing, and I'm here to offer you support and guidance every step of the way.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher Devitt

Christopher Devitt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tampa, FL


My core belief is simple: I believe in you and your ability to become the healthiest, most fulfilled version of yourself. Life often makes it hard to see that potential, let alone know how to get there. My role is to be your guide and ally on that journey.

My path to becoming a clinician has been intentional. Beyond my master's degree in counseling and advanced post-master's training, my work in non-profit and community mental health has given me a breadth of experience with people from all walks of life. This doesn't mean "I've seen it all," but it does mean that I'm prepared to meet you where you are, without judgment. No matter what you're going through, if you are ready to take a step, so am I.

Look, nothing gets better if we don't find a way to face it safely. That's why therapy takes courage. It took courage just to get this far, and you already deserve credit for that. When you're ready for that first, brave step of reaching out, I'll be here, ready to loan you some of my hope until you can hold it for yourself.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lydiana Venega Martinez

Lydiana Venega Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely understood—not judged, rushed, or like "just another client."”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Danielle Greene

Danielle Greene

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


As a Master Level Social Worker, I have more than 24 years of experience providing therapeutic and advocacy services to adolescents and their families. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I provide services via telehealth and in outpatient, home, medical, and ALF's settings to adult and senior populations.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Eddy Marcial

Dr. Eddy Marcial

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Miami, FL


“I believe in building a safe, respectful, and nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard and empowered...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Khelsea Walker

Khelsea Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, an evidence-based approach that focuses on helping clients understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Yonnette Stephen

Yonnette Stephen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Weston, FL


“I'm committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for individuals, couples and families who are struggling to find a greater sense of peace and joy in the midst of life's complex journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Goguen

David Goguen

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Do you want to feel more confident, more fulfilled, and more connected with yourself and with others? Do you want to treat yourself better - with more acceptance, compassion, and self-care? And, do you want to feel like you are living more grounded in the present moment? Sometimes, our past hurts and traumas can affect how we see ourselves, other people, and the world around us. They can affect our thoughts, feelings, and actions. And, they can cause us to act in ways that hurt the ones we love and go against our values, morals, and principles. We all want a life of meaning and purpose. I can help you achieve this.


I offer evidence-based treatments and approaches that are tailored to your individual needs and preferences. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist and I am trained in EMDR. I specialize in helping people heal from the effects of childhood trauma. I also specialize in treating chronic pain that is not responding well to medical or physical treatments.


If you are motivated and want to stop just "going through the motions" and start really living your life, I would be honored to work with you. I will work collaboratively, with you, to help you identify and achieve your goals. I have helped many others and would love to help you. Please call or email me now for a free 20 minute consultation to see if we are a good fit.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Javonna Arriaga

Javonna Arriaga

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I'm a mixed-heritage therapist with personal familiarity with foster care, immigration, and the mental health system, and I bring all of that with me into the room.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Challenging, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Nicole Edwards

Nicole Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My team and I work from the foundation that you are the expert, and people who work with us say they appreciate our non-judgmental, warm, yet direct approach.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Elia Khalaf

Elia Khalaf

Therapist

Virtual • Miami, FL


“I think of myself as a co-investigator, holding a space for you to make meaning, and to be your self—accepted, affirmed, and valued.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ellaine Peck

Ellaine Peck

Therapist

Virtual • West Palm Beach, FL


“My treatment style is warm, collaborative, and creative. I am committed to providing a safe therapeutic environment where my clients are free to share their stories without judgment...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Karen Granja

Karen Granja

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My warm, empathatic, and collaborative approach helps individuals gain insight into their concerns while working together to strive for a better you!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Takiyah Walcott

Takiyah Walcott

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of New York. My approach to therapy is warm, open-minded, collaborative, and supportive. Throughout that process, I use an integrative

approach utilizing DBT, CBT, strength-based therapy, and solution-focused therapy. I specialize in

couples’ therapy, and treatment resistant individual therapy.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angelica Baeza

Angelica Baeza

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tallahassee, FL


“When you contact me, you can expect to deal with a caring, qualified professional who will lend you an ear and create a safe space for you to explore, learn, and grow.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Walter Porto Gutierrez

Walter Porto Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“As a queer, Latinx, immigrant therapist, I empower individuals (and couples) in the LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and/or immigrant communities.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marquita Beylink

Marquita Beylink

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I specialize in PTSD, anxiety, depression, and support for gay, lesbian, and bisexual clients. For 16 years, I’ve helped people navigate crisis, chronic mental health concerns, and life transitions with care and clarity.

My experience includes inpatient psychiatry, corrections, community mental health, youth counseling, and hospital-based crisis care. I provide diagnostic assessments and therapy tailored to each person’s needs.

I’m committed to creating a supportive, goal-focused space where you can feel heard and understood. If you’re ready to begin healing and move forward, I’d be honored to work with you.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Jose Gonzalez-Soto

Dr. Jose Gonzalez-Soto

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Tampa, FL


“Healing is about reclaiming and reintegrating the parts of ourselves that have been silenced, fragmented, or exiled by trauma, stigma, or life's disruptions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kimberly Schlichting

Kimberly Schlichting

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe that a strong, trusting relationship between a therapist and a client is key to making positive changes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Ramos-Elvir

Diana Ramos-Elvir

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“As a first-generation queer Latina Canadian, I understand the challenges of healing and adjusting to life's stressors.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Erik Silva

Erik Silva

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, empowered, and equipped to move forward with greater clarity and resilience.”
LGBTQIA+, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Sabine Jules

Sabine Jules

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“Clients can expect to leave sessions feeling heard, supported, and equipped with practical tools they can use in their daily lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Fumi Takashina

Fumi Takashina

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach with therapy is interactive, empathetically assertive, guiding them towards creating a resilient sense of self, sustainable tools, and always ensuring I hold a safe space for my clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Naomi Kimball

Naomi Kimball

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fernandina Beach, FL


“I believe therapy should be a safe, judgment-free space where you feel heard, understood, and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Cherise Murphy-McNear

Dr. Cherise Murphy-McNear

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Acquiring new perspectives and skills will help you to work through and settle your concerns, rather than ignore them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Maxine Cher

Maxine Cher

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I take a gentle, person-centered approach, drawing from CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, psychodynamic, and trauma-informed care to support your growth and healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
George Rico Bodin

George Rico Bodin

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I’m Rico Bodin, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Certified Master-Level Addiction Professional (MCAP) based in Florida. For over a decades, I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals as they work through anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and questions around identity and self-understanding. I’m especially passionate about creating an affirming, supportive space, where clients can feel seen, safe, and understood as they move toward healing and growth.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jenna Green

Jenna Green

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Hi, I’m Jenna, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor offering an affirming, judgment-free space for adults who want to understand themselves a little better and build a life that actually feels like their own.

I specialize in trauma and grief, helping people make sense of experiences that have changed them, navigate loss in all its forms, and find a way forward without feeling like they have to erase or “get over” what happened.

I especially enjoy working with LGBTQ+ clients, creatives, healthcare professionals, and people navigating anxiety, depression, relationships, identity, self-worth, and life transitions. I have a particular interest in supporting healthcare professionals who carry the emotional weight of caring for others, process difficult or traumatic experiences, cope with loss, or try to reconnect with themselves after burnout.

LGBTQIA+, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Holland Hall

Holland Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Therapy with me is active, collaborative, and compassionate. We will work to understand how your nervous system, thoughts, and behaviors interact, especially around anxiety, OCD, and uncertainty...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Longwood, FL
There are over 57 therapists in Longwood, FL accepting new patients.
57+
Average years in practice
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7 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 95%Anxiety
  • 89%Stress management
  • 86%Depression
  • 84%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 79%Cigna
  • 75%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 63%Ascension
  • 56%Oxford
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 14%Spanish
  • 2%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 98%In-person or online
  • 2%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 82%Woman
  • 18%Man
License types
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  • 65%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 14%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 12%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 7%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 2%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 33%Family therapy
  • 30%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy

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