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LGBT therapists in Miami Beach, FL

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Miami Beach, FL

Miami Beach's vibrant community deserves inclusive mental healthcare. Headway offers therapy with providers trained in LGBTQIA+ mental health, with sessions available as soon as tomorrow and average savings of 75% through insurance.

Nicholas Ciancioso

Nicholas Ciancioso

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My typical course of treatment includes gathering information to better understand your issues, creating a treatment plan together, and then working through that plan to help you achieve your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jodi Porter

Jodi Porter

Therapist

Virtual • New Port Richey, FL


“I work collaboratively as a team with the client. This allows the space to create a plan moving forward to both understand yourself better, build healthy habits, and therefore create the best outcomes in and out of therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ana Carolina Bellino

Ana Carolina Bellino

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I'm a compassionate therapist specializing in helping individuals and couples navigate life transitions, anxiety, stress, depression, and trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tanya Ruiz

Tanya Ruiz

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I provide a warm, non-judgmental space for healing for adults, couples, Children/ Teens, to address specific concerns and life stressors.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
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
Maria Victoria Tellez Alvarez

Maria Victoria Tellez Alvarez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“My approach focuses on compassionate, personalized care to help individuals and families achieve lasting mental wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jonathan Goelz

Jonathan Goelz

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & depression.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Rhonda Heath

Rhonda Heath

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pompano Beach, FL


“My approach to care is to meet you where you are. Ideally, you are ready for a holistic approach that focuses on supplements, therapy, TMS, and regular exercise.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Judith Mondesir

Judith Mondesir

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Florida


“I have over 5 years experience working with individuals who seek guidance with anxiety, depression, communication, family conflicts, self-esteem and coping skills.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Leslie Serena

Leslie Serena

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach integrates traditional psychotherapy with mind-body medicine techniques, helping clients reconnect with themselves in a deeper, more holistic way.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristy Houck

Kristy Houck

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is compassionate, strengths-based, and holistic. I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Tanya Baca

Dr. Tanya Baca

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • St. Petersburg, FL


“I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to partner with you, not simply tell you what to do.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Lemlem Egziabher

Lemlem Egziabher

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


For over 20 years, I have had the privilege of sitting with people through some of life's hardest moments: depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and the pain of racism and loss. My goal is to build a real connection with you, so you never feel alone in figuring this out. I'm here to support you on your journey of self-exploration and personal growth.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Audrey Meacham

Audrey Meacham

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Longwood, FL


“Sessions with me at first will be skill forward, which your insurance loves and gives you a something tangible to take away.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Infertility, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
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
Susel DE LA Cruz

Susel DE LA Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I specialize in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and use other mindfulness-based practices to help you increase your quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. George Castellano

Dr. George Castellano

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“With 35 + years of practice and doctoral training in counseling, I offer a steady, compassionate space where your story is met with care and clinical clarity.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Petty

Michelle Petty

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“You deserve the time and space to express what is on your mind and feel completely seen, valued, and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Michele Evans

Michele Evans

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to you. I integrate evidence-based practices like EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Deirdre Arato

Deirdre Arato

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


My journey began as a deeply personal quest for healing, shaped by significant challenges such as abandonment, neglect, and trauma. Overcoming hardships like poverty, familial substance abuse, and toxic relationships led me to a lifelong struggle with anxiety and feelings of isolation. In my search for relief, I explored countless self-help resources, pursued degrees in psychology, and experimented with therapeutic techniques, yet nothing seemed to offer lasting change.

Everything shifted for me about three years ago when I experienced a transformative moment that inspired the creation of the Blue Lotus Approach. This method has not only helped me heal but has also profoundly impacted my clients, guiding them toward self-awareness and resilience.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cimelitza Portillo

Cimelitza Portillo

Therapist

Virtual • Miami, FL


“I firmly believes that real well-being (that which affects how we look, how we move and how we live) is born from unconditional love.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adrianna Crouch

Adrianna Crouch

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My style is direct and collaborative while infusing humor to ease the heaviness that can arise in everyday life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Shannon Cone

Dr. Shannon Cone

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


“I offer a safe place to talk about frustrations and offer supportive tips and strategies through the use of cognitive and behavioral techniques.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jaelah Mendez

Jaelah Mendez

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I'm an empathetic therapist who knows what it's like to feel disconnected or unsure. In my own life, I've faced these moments, and they've shaped my passion for guiding others.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Travis Sutton

Travis Sutton

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach combines evidence-based CBT and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) alongside specialized Virtual Reality (CBT-VR), providing a warm, collaborative style.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, OCD, Panic disorders, PTSD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Richard Houseal

Richard Houseal

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My care approach is solution-oriented and short-term, but the results are aimed to be long-term through processing, reframing, and utilizing helpful and productive interventions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Danielle Russell

Danielle Russell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fort Myers, FL


“My style is warm, supportive, and collaborative. I believe in listening deeply, respecting your unique journey, and working together to create personalized, evidence-based treatment plans that promote lasting wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Harold Patrick

Harold Patrick

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe in a comprehensive and holistic approach that uses treatment strategies grounded in neuroscience and evidence-based interventions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aqsa Shaukat

Aqsa Shaukat

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


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.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Barb LoFrisco

Dr. Barb LoFrisco

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tampa, FL


“My approach is active and goal-oriented. I help clients understand the patterns driving their challenges and provide clear strategies they can use outside of session.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Samine Charles

Dr. Samine Charles

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“She tailors therapy to meet your unique needs, drawing from evidence-based practices while honoring your individual experiences, values, and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Angela Prather

Angela Prather

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My style is warm and deeply human, but therapy with me is also active. We won't only talk about what happened—we'll work together to understand why it still affects you and what helps you move forward.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Monica Barreto

Dr. Monica Barreto

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


“Many clients appreciate my compassionate and nonjudgmental approach, as I strive to create a safe and supportive therapy environment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samuel Rosenblatt

Samuel Rosenblatt

Therapist

Virtual • St. Petersburg, FL


My intention is to provide a judgment-free space where we can talk about what is going on and collaborate to move forwards in the best way possible. I am flexible in my approach to counseling, and I tailor my counseling style based on the needs of each person I work with. I enjoy working with a wide range of clients (age, gender, concerns, etc.) and I am passionate about what I do. I am into fitness and healthy lifestyle, and I support my clients with creating their own foundation of wellness.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Teresa Russell

Dr. Teresa Russell

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is authentic and caring. I use a variety of therapy modalities to help you achieve your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jenrry Medinilla

Jenrry Medinilla

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


I’m a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping individuals find balance, healing, and hope. I provide medication management and supportive therapy for adults dealing with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, and life stressors. My goal is to create a compassionate and judgment-free space where you feel seen, understood, and empowered to take control of your mental health.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ti-Onna Watson

Ti-Onna Watson

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Clients can expect a collaborative and supportive space where they feel heard, valued, and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Aquilla Simmons

Aquilla Simmons

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fort Myers, FL


“My approach is client-centered, supportive, and down-to-earth. My goal is to create a space where you feel completely comfortable, understood, and never judged.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Regina Clark

Dr. Regina Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


My name is Dr. Regina Clark, DSW, LCSW, and I work with children, teens, and adults who have experienced trauma and are ready to begin their healing journey. I specialize in trauma-informed care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, and play therapy for young children.

In our sessions, you will find a safe, supportive space where you are seen, heard, valued, and never rushed. I believe every person’s story deserves compassion, understanding, and care. My practice is rooted in authenticity, empathy, and a genuine commitment to helping clients navigate life’s challenges while building resilience and emotional wellness.

I do this work because healing can be difficult, but you are not meant to walk through it alone. I believe growth, restoration, and healing are possible, and I am honored to support individuals and families as they move toward hope, balance, and lasting change.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Miami Beach, FL
There are over 48 therapists in Miami Beach, FL accepting new patients.
48+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 98%Depression
  • 94%Stress management
  • 90%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 94%Cigna
  • 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 71%Ascension
  • 63%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 63%Spanish
  • 6%French
  • 4%Portuguese
  • 2%Hebrew
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 85%Woman
  • 15%Man
License types
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  • 38%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 29%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 17%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 8%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 6%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 40%Family therapy
  • 38%Couples therapy
  • 25%Child or adolescent therapy

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