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LGBT therapists in Orlando, FL

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Orlando, FL

Mental healthcare should celebrate who you are. In Orlando, Headway offers sessions with empowering providers experienced in supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals through life's transitions, relationships, and personal growth with evidence-based approaches and compassionate care.

Tomeco Washington

Tomeco Washington

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I'm a Georgia Peach with a New Jersey Swag. I am from Newark, New Jersey but I lived in Georgia for about 15yrs. I have that southern touch along with that New Jersey toughness. I love helping people obtain their goals in life. I have been in the field of counseling for over20yrs. I know counseling works because I've personally tried it. Counseling is my 2nd career in life and my combination of education and life experiences tends to be a great match for helping others.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Edie Factor

Edie Factor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Coral Gables, FL


I am an experienced psychotherapist in private practice for 15 years. I provide couples, family and individual therapy. As a couples therapist, I see couples that have destructive unhealthy and ineffective commuication patterns. Their inability to communicate effectively will lead to further deterioration with unresolved conflicts in their relationship, I also work with individual's who experience Anxiety, and depression. Sometimes, we just don't know why you feel sad, depressed or out of sorts

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shaudi Adel

Shaudi Adel

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, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Michaell Marn

Michaell Marn

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


When you've spent so much time taking care of everyone else, it's easy to lose sight of your own needs. Anxiety, depression, constant stress, trauma, or relationship challenges can leave you feeling emotionally exhausted, disconnected, and unsure how to move forward. You deserve a space where you don't have to carry everything alone and where healing feels possible. I partner with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, stress management, trauma, and PTSD so they can strengthen their relationships, build emotional resilience, and reconnect with the version of themselves they've been missing. Working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families in both English and Spanish, I strive to create a welcoming, affirming environment where every client feels respected, understood, and empowered to create meaningful, lasting change.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Erin Brolley

Erin Brolley

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My style is warm, relational, and grounded in evidence-based care. Together, we'll clarify goals, build practical coping skills...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Claudia Hinojosa

Claudia Hinojosa

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel genuinely heard, understood, and respected from our very first session.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Michael Poff

Michael Poff

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tampa, FL


“Psychoanalytic therapy allows for deep exploration of longstanding struggles, with benefits that continue to increase long after treatment ends.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cami Jamison

Cami Jamison

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I love helping deep thinkers and intellectualizers get in touch with their emotions and develop self compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kaila McCarthy

Kaila McCarthy

Therapist

Virtual • Pinellas Park, FL


“My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and tailored to each client, drawing from evidence-based practices such as CBT, DBT, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and family systems.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kevin Konkle

Kevin Konkle

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I work with LGBTQ+ individuals, people healing from religious trauma or spiritual abuse, and anyone managing anxiety, depression, or addiction who needs a therapist who understands the full picture.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kerry Pierre-Philippe

Kerry Pierre-Philippe

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I have worked with diverse populations in a variety of settings, including inpatient psychiatric stabilization, homeless prevention, and integrated healthcare. These experiences have allowed me to develop an eclectic skill-set with a person-centered approach. I love being a social worker and having the privilege of helping others heal and grow.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sofia Lustgarten

Dr. Sofia Lustgarten

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Miami, FL


“My hope is to offer an opportunity to live a fuller, more authentic life, that includes the spectrum of emotions...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yolanda McLemore

Yolanda McLemore

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe that everyone has the ability to change and improve themselves and their circumstances given the right opportunity and the right support.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taina Laloi

Taina Laloi

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


My professional experience is with young adults who struggle with life changes/transitions. Also, young adults who struggle with coping and stress. Individuals who are looking for a safe space to be heard and supported without judgement.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kendall Barrios

Kendall Barrios

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I specialize in trauma and eating disorders. I have experience working in non-profit and private sectors, and have worked with clients at multiple levels of care.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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
Melanie Fisher

Melanie Fisher

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I strive to foster a safe space where clients can tell their story, gain insight into how their lived experience impacts them, and learn how to build on their existing strengths to live their best possible lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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
Antoinette Rittenhouse

Antoinette Rittenhouse

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe each person carries a toolbox of strengths and resources, even if it's not always clear which tools to use or when.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Orlando, FL
There are over 57 therapists in Orlando, 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
  • 88%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
  • 16%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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  • 63%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 16%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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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 Orlando

Finding LGBTQIA+ therapists in Orlando starts with looking for identity-affirming care that fits your needs. An affirming therapist may support people navigating identity, relationships, family dynamics, anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life changes. As you compare options, look for therapists who list experience with LGBTQIA+ communities, affirmative therapy, gender-diverse care, or WPATH training. Finding a therapist who offers affirming care matters beyond credentials — it can shape how clearly their approach matches what you want from therapy.

Orlando has a range of counseling options, but the number of LGBTQIA+-affirming therapists can vary by neighborhood, schedule, and specialty. Virtual therapy can expand your options if you want a therapist with specific experience or if in-person offices near you have limited availability. When reviewing therapists, consider appointment times, whether they are accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Provider bios can help you see how directly a therapist describes their work with LGBTQIA+ people, their communication style, and what a first session may involve.

Therapy in Orlando can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower your session costs and make ongoing care easier to plan for. Headway helps you find therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, see estimated out-of-pocket costs before you book, and compare available appointments in one place. You can review bios, filter for LGBTQIA+ experience, and book directly when you’re ready.

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