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LGBT therapists in Palm Harbor, FL

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Palm Harbor, FL

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Palm Harbor with affirming mental health providers who understand your unique experiences. With 2,708 licensed providers nationally and sessions available virtually or in-person, you can find culturally competent care that celebrates your identity. Most clients save 75% on sessions through insurance.

Bernadette Alers-Estelle

Bernadette Alers-Estelle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Tampa, FL


“I believe healing begins when you feel safe enough to be seen as your whole self—not reduced to a diagnosis or defined by what you have been through.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Michael Poff

Michael Poff

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • 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
Kaci Crook

Kaci Crook

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Seminole, FL


I have been practicing as a therapist for 5 years, and specialize in working with mood disorders, attachment trauma, anxiety, addictions, kink, poly/ENM, life transitions, and interpersonal challenges. I am highly collaborative with my clients, and often weave humor and sarcasm into my sessions. Feedback is important to me - the relationship between therapist and client is sacred and one of the biggest predictors of change!

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Stephanie Ganoe

Stephanie Ganoe

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • St. Petersburg, FL


“I utilize a trauma informed approach and draw from various evidenced based practices to create a safe, inclusive, and individualized atmosphere to assist you in meeting your specific goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Brewerton

Lauren Brewerton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Tampa, FL


“I believe that my clients are the experts in their lives and I help to empower them to heal and grow.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Margaret Gibbs

Margaret Gibbs

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • St. Petersburg, FL


“My approach to therapy is strengths-based, caring and collaborative. My work begins with recognizing my role as one to listen and empower.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Andrew Donica

Andrew Donica

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Tampa, FL


“Therapy isn't about "fixing" you - you're are not broken. It's about giving yourself the chance to feel more whole, more empowered, and more connected to who you are.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Locicero

Joseph Locicero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Tampa, FL


“I take a cognitive-behavioral and solution focused approach to therapy that concentrates upon my clients' treatment goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kathy Thompson

Dr. Kathy Thompson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Tampa, FL


“Dr. Thompson prefers to collaborate with each individual client in identifying and achieving goals after establishing a trusting relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Susan Posada

Dr. Susan Posada

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Tampa, FL


“Dr. Susan provides a compassionate, nonjudgmental atmosphere where clients feel emotionally safe to share their struggles.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kristen Lenz

Kristen Lenz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Tampa, FL


“My background in numerous therapies including Depth Psychology, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Yoga, Body Awareness, EMDR, and the Enneagram will enhance the mind/body connection's role in healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Veronica Vega

Veronica Vega

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Tampa, FL


“I chose to become an LMFT because our early family experiences shape who we are, and strengthening relationships can create lasting change for individuals, couples, and future generations.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Hege Riise

Dr. Hege Riise

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Land O' Lakes, FL


“I have special expertise in working with survivors of trauma, abuse and interpersonal violence, and I have a particular interest in working with gender, sexual, and relationship minorities (e.g., LGBTQ+, kink).”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kayla Hoag Heath

Kayla Hoag Heath

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Tampa, FL


“I believe healing happens when clients feel safe, understood, and empowered to explore both the challenges they face and the strengths they already possess.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Phillip Walker

Phillip Walker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • St. Petersburg, FL


“I help people fully become who they are. This often involves finding and resolving the source of current distress.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Amanda Bauer-Manzella

Dr. Amanda Bauer-Manzella

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Valrico, FL


Please visit my website:

www.coastalpsychologicalgroupfl.com

We don't usually seek help when life is going well for us. Whatever your current situation is, you are looking for help and guidance. I provide an encouraging and warm environment for exploration and growth. I am passionate about my work and invested in your process towards transformation. I believe each client requires a unique treatment plan that is tailored to their personal life situation.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
David Shields

David Shields

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Tampa, FL


“I offer a safe, non-judgmental therapeutic setting. Together, we explore the specific challenges you are facing which impede your ability to live life to its fullest.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Michael Mazucci-Mambala

Michael Mazucci-Mambala

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • St. Petersburg, FL


“I work hard to ensure that you feel safe and work hard to meet your needs. I listen thoughtfully and will appropriately challenge thoughts that may be distorted.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Elisa Terrill

Elisa Terrill

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Tampa, FL


“My passion lies in helping partners reconnect, rebuild trust, and develop the skills necessary to maintain a healthy, fulfilling relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nicole Snure

Nicole Snure

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Brooksville, FL


“I provide direct, compassionate, non-judgmental approaches that empower you to become and stay grounded, focused, validated, and achieve optimal mental health and wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Derek Kee-Haynes

Derek Kee-Haynes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Gulfport, FL


“I am a Master-level Certified Addiction Professional and trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), offering evidence-informed approaches to trauma resolution and emotional healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Mary Escudie

Dr. Mary Escudie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Tampa, FL


“I offer a relaxed environment with a professional, kind listener who is skilled in empowering them during challenging times.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jennifer Teoli

Jennifer Teoli

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • St. Petersburg, FL


“I have extensive experience working with survivors of violent crimes, sexual abuse and domestic violence.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Diabetes
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Jeannie Bertoli

Dr. Jeannie Bertoli

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • St. Petersburg, FL


Hello and welcome!

As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 20 years experience, I believe our relationships are central and vital to our happiness - they can enrich us, and/or bring us pain.

I help couples work through major life issues, decide if they want to stay together, and enact that decision with respect for each person. We dig deep and have the difficult conversations in a safe environment.

All relationships are embraced and affirmed.

LGBTQIA+, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Zachary Norman

Zachary Norman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • St. Petersburg, FL


“I believe therapy works best as a collaborative process, and I strive to create an environment where clients feel heard, supported, appropriately challenged, and empowered throughout treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hannah Starczewski

Hannah Starczewski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Lutz, FL


“Hannah believes in the power of connection and strives to create a safe, affirming space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered in their growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Christopher Devitt

Christopher Devitt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • 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
Callie Hill

Callie Hill

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Tampa, FL


I am a licensed mental health counselor providing individual therapy in-person and virtually. I earned my bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Florida and completed my master’s degree in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling from the University of South Florida.

After completing my undergraduate degree, I worked at a domestic and sexual violence center for three years, providing crisis and individual support to survivors and their children. During graduate school, I gained experience providing counseling in medical clinics and worked alongside adolescent and pediatric physicians. I am passionate about working with teens (13+), young adults, college students, LGBTQ+, and survivors of intimate partner violence and childhood abuse.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. David Alexander

Dr. David Alexander

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Land O' Lakes, FL


“I am the kind of clinician who takes the extra time not only to help you feel safe in the therapeutic space we will be constructing together, but who will also challenge you to stretch beyond your comfort zone.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Nicholas Joyce

Dr. Nicholas Joyce

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Lutz, FL


“We will set a goal for what you want out of therapy and use scientifically validated treatments to help you obtain that goal.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Bianca Crudup

Dr. Bianca Crudup

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Tampa, FL


“With a background in health psychology and rehabilitation psychology, I enjoy helping individuals work through challenges associated with chronic illness, weight loss/obesity, disability, anxiety, depression, and more.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Brian Dragstedt

Dr. Brian Dragstedt

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Tampa, FL


“I have expertise in diagnosing and treating people ranging from gifted children to adults who are involved in custody disputes, and individuals who have experienced significant psychological trauma and abuse.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Noelle Miller

Noelle Miller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Lutz, FL


“She believes in the resilience that lives within every person and works alongside her clients to uncover new possibilities for healing, connection, and meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Mary Lopusnak

Mary Lopusnak

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Marianna, FL


“I am a caring & compassionate therapist who works well with individuals overwhelmed, experiencing life changes, transitions and transformations.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sian-Marie Laws

Sian-Marie Laws

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • 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
Darcy Brown

Darcy Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bradenton, FL


“I want to help cultivate a purpose-driven life that expresses a positive, life-affirming view of your identity.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Identity issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Michelle Keaton

Michelle Keaton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lakeland, FL


“My hope is that clients who are working with me start to recognize their anxiety as your body's early warning system, and not an enemy to be vanquished.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Raul Solar

Raul Solar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Sarasota, FL


“He believes that every patient deserves individualized treatment in a supportive, respectful, and judgment-free environment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Allison Henley

Allison Henley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sarasota, FL


“Through a combination of evidence-based practices and creative, personalized strategies, I aim to empower my clients to lead more fulfilling lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 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

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Palm Harbor, FL
There are over 59 therapists in Palm Harbor, FL accepting new patients.
59+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 97%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 93%Trauma
  • 88%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 88%Cigna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 63%Ascension
  • 58%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 10%Spanish
  • 2%Norwegian
  • 2%Punjabi
  • 2%Vietnamese
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 80%Woman
  • 20%Man
License types
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  • 49%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 25%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 15%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 3%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 3%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 36%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 24%Child or adolescent therapy

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