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LGBT therapists in Pembroke Pines, FL

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Pembroke Pines, FL

Connect with culturally competent mental health providers in Pembroke Pines who honor your identity and experiences. Headway offers flexible scheduling, accepts 70+ insurance plans nationally, and helps you focus on care without worrying about costs.

Dr. Catalina Aragon

Dr. Catalina Aragon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Deerfield Beach, FL


“My goal is for patients to leave feeling empowered, equipped with the knowledge and tools to not only overcome their condition but to thrive and exceed in whatever type of life they lead.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Lina Wilches-Karrat

Lina Wilches-Karrat

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Deerfield Beach, FL


“I take a warm, empowering, and open-minded approach. I provide medication management with integrated therapy and speak both English and Spanish.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Noemi Marquez

Dr. Noemi Marquez

Therapist

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


“I specialize in babies, children, teens, parents and elders and work with relationship issues of all kinds including LGBTQAI+, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Anxiety and more.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Marlisse Testa

Marlisse Testa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Boca Raton, FL


“I have a unique style, not only do I have the knowledge and the experience but I also will educate, and challenge you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Eva Ugarte

Eva Ugarte

Therapist

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


“I believe you are the absolute expert in your life. I'd love to learn about you to nurture our therapeutic relationship to find the best tools that will get you to meet your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Katrina Flanagan

Katrina Flanagan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

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


“I believe in a collaborative, patient-centered approach that focuses on understanding the whole person and creating individualized care plans that promote healing, emotional well-being, and long-term success.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Maylin Gonzalez

Maylin Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Miami, FL


“I offer a calm, supportive space where you can slow down, make sense of what you're feeling, and reconnect with yourself—without judgment or pressure to "have it all figured out."”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
David Pfeffer

David Pfeffer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Deerfield Beach, FL


“I believe in a proactive, collaborative approach to counseling, where you are actively engaged in making real changes in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Elise Suna

Elise Suna

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Coral Gables, FL


“I specialize in psychodynamic and attachment-based therapy. These ways of working help gain insight on your experiences, emotions, and ways of relating to others.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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Joseph Milisitz

Joseph Milisitz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Boca Raton, FL


“I am Joseph Milisitz, and I am dedicated to helping individuals break free from the constraints of addiction and trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Alina Barrera

Alina Barrera

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 30 mi away • Boca Raton, FL


“Alina believes healing isn't about fixing yourself-it's about restoring safety, trust, and self-compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Vanessa De La Llama

Vanessa De La Llama

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Miami, FL


Call and schedule a brief 10 minute call and ask what you'd like. I'm an open book.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aleth Belmonte-Santos

Aleth Belmonte-Santos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Boca Raton, FL


Aleth is a client centered, goal oriented, strengths based Clinical Therapist. Aleth's strongest attribute is her ability to engage even the most resistant clients. Her ability to gain trust and build fast rapport an environment where clients feel uplifted, supported and understood. Aleth has over 20 years of experience in the mental health and substance abuse fields, finding great joy in helping people progress and live healthy and happy lives.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alejandro Goicoechea

Alejandro Goicoechea

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Miami, FL


“I Strive to create and healthy and confrontable environment where client are safe to be themselves and tackle their issues without judgement.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Benjamin Heinrichs

Benjamin Heinrichs

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Boca Raton, FL


“My goal is always to help you be self-sufficient as quickly as possible in managing your mental health.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Astrid Monroe

Astrid Monroe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Palmetto Bay, FL


I'm Astrid, a dedicated nurse practitioner with over 18 years of healthcare experience, including over 7 years in mental health, presently welcoming clients in FLORIDA and COLORADO.

I believe everyone deserves care that respects their entire being and honors the uniqueness of their life story.

My mission is to create a supportive and healing environment where mental health is approached holistically in a safe and judgment-free environment.

I am deeply committed to supporting individuals, especially women across the lifespan, from puberty and postpartum to perimenopause and beyond, as they navigate challenges, reclaim their power, and thrive.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Analilia Jimenez

Analilia Jimenez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Boca Raton, FL


“My goal is to make the safe connection and walk with you on your journey of self-discovery and healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Graciela Perez

Graciela Perez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wellington, FL


“I enjoy helping people to found their own answers to their life issues, and empowering them to become more honest to themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Latonya Patterson

Latonya Patterson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • West Palm Beach, FL


“I focus on creating a safe, collaborative, and transformative environment. I aim to help you feel more empowered in your life, by strengthening your decision-making skills and self-confidence.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Louise Aurelien Buie

Dr. Louise Aurelien Buie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Royal Palm Beach, FL


“She aims at fully engage her clients in the decision-making process in order to formulate a personalized plan of care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Donna Rhodes

Donna Rhodes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Haverhill, FL


“With over a decade of diverse healthcare experience, the evolving landscape of mental health care requires not only this intricate understanding of new developments but compassion to approach everyone's unique circumstance.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Crystal Catalina

Crystal Catalina

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • West Palm Beach, FL


“My style is warm, collaborative, and practical. We balance emotional processing with concrete tools you can actually use between sessions...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Diabetes
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lia Bigelow

Lia Bigelow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Haverhill, FL


“My primary approach is to use a combination of Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy to help clients identify distorted thinking patterns...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 20 insurance carriers
Dr. John Abuso

Dr. John Abuso

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Palm Beach Gardens, FL


“I view each client within the broader context of the systems they're part of—whether that's through conjoint, sequential, or individual work.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Lerner

Elizabeth Lerner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Palm Beach Gardens, FL


Elizabeth Lerner received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Speech Communications and Sociology from the University of Miami in 1993 and earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work from Florida International University in 1995. She became licensed in 1998 and is a qualified supervisor for those seeking Florida licensure.




LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Snjezana Mileta

Snjezana Mileta

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Palm Beach Gardens, FL


“I offer a warm, insight-oriented, and client-centered approach, integrating mindfulness and evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, EMDR and psychodynamic therapy to help you heal, rediscover your inner resilience, and step back into a full,...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Phillip Cole

Phillip Cole

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Phillip is a licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 15 years of experience helping adults navigate mental health, substance use, and PTSD.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alexandra White-Pulido

Alexandra White-Pulido

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe therapy is a partnership. You are the expert on your own life, and my role is to support you...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Fany Curzon

Fany Curzon

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I believe every person has the capacity to heal, grow, and create meaningful change. I earned my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University and bring experience working with individuals, couples, adolescents, and families from diverse backgrounds. As a bilingual counselor, I provide therapy in both English and Spanish.

I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, trauma, grief, life transitions, betrayal and infidelity, self-esteem challenges, and stress. I also enjoy supporting couples who want to strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and deepen emotional connection.

My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, respected, and empowered. For clients who desire it, I can thoughtfully integrate Christian faith into the counseling process while welcoming individuals from all beliefs and backgrounds.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christina Senn

Christina Senn

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Great to meet you! I am a licensed clinical social worker in Florida with six years of professional experience helping individuals navigate major life changes, transitions, and daily stressors. Seeking help takes immense courage, so congratulations on taking this first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life. My practice is rooted in absolute non-judgment with extensive experience helping clients process grief, chronic pain, isolation, aging, and mood or sleep disorders. I also offer specialized, inclusive care for the LGBTQ+ community, polyamorous relationships, and the BDSM/kink/alternative lifestyle culture. No matter who you are or what you are going through, you will find a safe, affirming space here.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Monica Camacho

Monica Camacho

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Orlando, FL


“I especially enjoy working with people who have felt misunderstood, judged, or like traditional therapy has not quite worked for them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Bethanie Milford

Bethanie Milford

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a central part of my work is providing neurodivergent and trauma informed comprehensive autism and ADHD evaluations.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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Rocio Guerrero

Rocio Guerrero

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal as your potential therapist is to assist you achieve your therapeutic goals as challenging as they may seem.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Renee EB-Walton

Renee EB-Walton

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My training enables me to facilitate personal growth and self-discovery, helping individuals access their inner resources to overcome challenges and reduce suffering.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yanlin Tso

Yanlin Tso

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I specialize in working with queer, neurodivergent and BIPOC people using Internal Family Systems and Somatic Experiencing training to help people learn to resolve trauma at the body level beyond verbal processing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stacie Pratt

Stacie Pratt

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I provide a warm, structured, and supportive environment where young people feel seen, safe, and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 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
Ambrosia Spaulding

Ambrosia Spaulding

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach to therapy is rooted in creating a trusting and collaborative space where clients feel supported and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Michelle Stroebel

Dr. Michelle Stroebel

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe you are the expert on your own life. My role is to walk alongside you, offer perspective and tools, and create a space where you can be honest, curious, and fully yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sharie Fabregas

Sharie Fabregas

Psychologist

Virtual • Land O' Lakes, FL


I work with adolescents and adults who are struggling with difficult thoughts, emotions, relationships or circumstances and who seek to increase meaning in life. I provide a kind, compassionate environment where you feel safe and motivated to work toward goals. My collaborative and nurturing approach integrates evidence-based cognitive, behavioral and interpersonal interventions within a context of awareness, connection and compassion towards self and others.My focus in treatment extends beyond alleviating symptoms to include fostering positive experiences such as love, joy and peace.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Pembroke Pines, FL
There are over 81 therapists in Pembroke Pines, FL accepting new patients.
81+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 86%Trauma
  • 86%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 85%Cigna
  • 77%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 62%Ascension
  • 51%Oxford
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 38%Spanish
  • 5%Hindi
  • 4%French
  • 4%Malayalam
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 70%Woman
  • 30%Man
License types
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  • 37%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 21%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 20%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 12%Licensed Psychologist
  • 9%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 30%Couples therapy
  • 20%Child or adolescent therapy

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