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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

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Mariah Cina

Mariah Cina

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I utilize a holistic, non-judgmental, and trauma-informed approach to care, tailoring treatments to fit your unique lifestyle, beliefs, and goals for a better quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Lucinda Bratini

Dr. Lucinda Bratini

Psychologist

Virtual • Boca Raton, FL


“I am a licensed psychologist with over 12 years of experience providing psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cristiane Lyndaker

Cristiane Lyndaker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • North Miami, FL


“I believe in the therapeutical power of an open minded, non-judgmental environment where people feel they can share their feelings, fears, questions and opinions freely.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Melinda Ensley

Melinda Ensley

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“The relationship b/w feelings, thoughts & behaviors is crucial to understanding issues affecting life & relationship success.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Stuart Azoulay

Stuart Azoulay

Therapist

Virtual • West Palm Beach, FL


“My approach is collaborative whereby my client and I are a team creating a road map together to assist them in achieving their goals for therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Odette Hoffmann Guadalupe

Odette Hoffmann Guadalupe

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is warm, relational, and collaborative. I believe meaningful progress happens when the therapeutic relationship feels genuine and supportive.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Jackeline Vincent

Jackeline Vincent

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I’m a licensed therapist who works with individuals and couples navigating things like anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, and self-esteem. I’m especially passionate about helping couples improve communication, work through intimacy concerns, and better understand each other.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelly Coronel

Kelly Coronel

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am a survivor of my own traumas and am solid proof that it does not matter what you've been through in life, you can still have the life you so desire.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Alex Hinderscheid

Alex Hinderscheid

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is rooted in shared decision-making. I believe that the best outcomes happen when clients feel like active participants in their treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Corinne Scholtz

Dr. Corinne Scholtz

Therapist

Virtual • Fort Lauderdale, FL


“Together, we slow things down and begin to look at what's underneath: the emotions, patterns, and beliefs shaping how you relate to yourself and to the people in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alan Cyr

Alan Cyr

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Winter Springs, FL


“I always strive to leave each of my clients feeling respected, supported, and with greater awareness and a sense of clear direction every time we meet.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Symone Calhoun

Dr. Symone Calhoun

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


“I identify as a Black LGBTQ+ woman, pronouns "she/her." In our work together, you can trust that I'll offer a nonjudgmental, validating space where your experiences are heard and respected.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
David Conway

David Conway

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Living with CPTSD, I intimately understand depression; anxiety; and all of the other fun symptoms that go along with it which can be very crippling at times.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Akiva Garellek

Akiva Garellek

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hollywood, FL


“We are never more fully alive, more completely ourselves or more deeply engrossed in anything than when we are playing”. -Charles Schaefer. Play is vital for children to express themselves and learn about their surroundings and general environment. In addition to exploration, it is essential for their development. Allowing the space for them to play freely generates the possibility of understanding their world and their motivation. Instead of the traditional format of communication, we often learn more about a child's thoughts, feelings, motivations, and struggles by watching them play.

To be able to give a child power, motivation, and confidence will set the foundation for a successful life. Often times when dealing with a traumatic situation and learning to deal and cope with it effectively, allows a child (or anyone for that matter) to become the best versions of themselves and learn to move forward.

Play Therapy sessions with a Licensed clinician that cares and helps create a safe place. I guide my clients and their parents every step of the way and implement various methods to help them develop new attitudes towards all of life’s most complex matters. The works I do benefits children coming from abusive homes and dealing with some of those challenges.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Walburn

Mary Walburn

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I strive to meet you exactly where you are and create a space where you can talk openly about the difficult, messy, or complicated parts of life and know that you will be met with kindness, understanding, and absolutely no judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Marisa Dotts

Marisa Dotts

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe therapy should be a space where you feel heard, respected, and comfortable being yourself without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Linda Aguero

Linda Aguero

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I bring 20 years of experience in the mental health field, and my passion is helping people feel truly seen, heard, and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christopher Brace

Christopher Brace

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Hi, I’m Chris Brace (he/him), a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and LGBTQ+ affirming couples therapist based in Las Vegas, NV. I specialize in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) — an evidence-based approach that helps partners break out of painful patterns, heal from disconnection, and reconnect in deeper, more secure ways.

I support couples and individuals navigating conflict, communication struggles, infidelity, emotional distance, premarital questions, and relationship ambivalence. My practice is especially attuned to the needs of queer, neurodiverse, and nontraditional relationships (including CNM and polyamorous partners). I strive to create a warm, inclusive, and judgment-free space where all identities and emotions are welcome.

For couples in crisis or those wanting to deepen their connection quickly, I also offer 2–3 day EFT Couples Intensives — an immersive, premium service outside of insurance designed to accelerate progress in just a weekend. I balance this with making weekly therapy available through Cigna and Aetna (via Headway), so couples can choose between a traditional path and a concentrated, cash-pay option.

I earned my Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), and I have advanced training in EFT. I’m also invited annually as a facilitator for national EFT trainings on LGBTQ+ inclusivity, where I help other clinicians build affirming skills.

If you’re ready to get unstuck and reconnect, I’d be honored to walk alongside you. You can book a free consult or schedule with your Cigna or Aetna insurance via Headway.

LGBTQIA+, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharon Arthur

Sharon Arthur

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I take a warm and affirming approach, sometimes direct and sometimes with humor or both, where I'm holding a safe space for you to process your emotions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Amanda Bauer-Manzella

Dr. Amanda Bauer-Manzella

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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 14 insurance carriers
Amy Bruce

Amy Bruce

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I see relationships as central to the process of change, and believe that learning to love and accept yourself completely is the key to creating the life you desire and deserve.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Stress management, Transgender issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Amaya

Melissa Amaya

Therapist

Virtual • Wesley Chapel, FL


Comprehensive Mental Health Care for Children, Teens, Adults, Couples and Seniors. "One Practice for The Whole Family throughout all Stages of Life". Starting at age 2.Whether you're a parent worried about your toddler, a teenager navigating something overwhelming or an adult carrying old grief or anxiety I can help. So, wherever you are in life there's a place for you here!

I've spent 30 years working across hospice, psychiatric crisis screening, in patient and out patient programs, medical settings and private practice. I am also EMDR certified, which means I'm trained in a research-backed approach specifically designed to help people heal from trauma, grief and PTSD. I am also the mother of a special needs child so I can relate. I bring all of that experience to our work together.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Terriana Riana Milne

Terriana Riana Milne

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I teach Empowerment and Mindset for Success methods to every client who gets an individual approach to their unique concerns.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Ashley Weiland

Ashley Weiland

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Have you been carrying a lot, but haven’t had a place to truly unpack it?” I offer a client-centered, collaborative approach to therapy, creating a supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and respected. Sessions move at your pace, with a focus on understanding the root of what you’re experiencing—not just managing symptoms. I use evidence-based approaches tailored to each individual’s unique needs and experiences. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, life transitions, and self-esteem. My work includes supporting adults from all walks of life, including veterans, LGBTQ+ individuals, men and women, human trafficking victims, domestic violence victims, high-acuity clients, and those receiving care at different levels of intensity. My goal is to help clients gain insight, build effective coping skills, and move forward with greater confidence and resilience.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Shelly Mentus

Shelly Mentus

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I apply various therapeutic modalities, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)... to empower clients to change negative thinking patterns and develop practical solutions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Mary McEachern

Dr. Mary McEachern

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I provide a compassionate and warm environment that enables my clients to develop a strong therapeutic bond with me to help them work through their concerns.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Gene Gosselin

Gene Gosselin

Therapist

Virtual • Fort Lauderdale, FL


I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and my background blends clinical skills in both counseling and nursing. I have years of experience working with adults navigating anxiety, relationship patterns, identity questions, and major life transitions.


I’m a clear communicator and bring emotional steadiness and the ability to understand people quickly to my work.

In my practice, I work primarily with adults who want to understand themselves more deeply, break long‐standing patterns, and feel more grounded and confident in their daily lives. I have extensive experience supporting clients who struggle with self‐criticism, avoidance, perfectionism, and the lingering impact of family dynamics. I also work with high‐functioning professionals to help them maximize their insights, achieve balance, and unlock their potential.


Outside of my clinical work, I’m grounded by a long, loving marriage, a close circle of friends, and a life that includes equal parts structure and humor. I’m a dog person, someone who values connection and curiosity, and I try to show up fully in the relationships that matter. These parts of my life shape the way I practice: with steadiness, clarity, and a genuine respect for the complexity of being human.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Daniela De Medeiros, Psy.D, MS.Ed

Dr. Daniela De Medeiros, Psy.D, MS.Ed

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


You’re tired of explaining yourself. To doctors, to family, to people who mean well and still don’t get it. You’re the strong one, the responsible one, the person everyone leans on, and nobody sees what it’s costing you.

I’m Dr. Daniela De Medeiros, a clinical psychologist in Miami with over a decade of experience working with teens and adults from all walks of life. I work with people navigating anxiety, panic disorder, depression, ADHD, trauma, low self-esteem, grief, life transitions, identity, family conflict, relationship struggles, women’s issues, and the emotional weight of chronic illness and chronic pain.

I hold a doctoral degree in clinical psychology (Psy.D.) and a master’s in mental health counseling, with specialized training in health psychology. I’m also trilingual and conduct sessions in English, Portuguese, and Spanish.

Most people who find me are exhausted, a little unsure therapy will even help, and carrying more than they let anyone see. You don’t have to have it all figured out to start.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Michelle Von Der Heyde

Michelle Von Der Heyde

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Miami, FL


“My patient-centered approach focuses on creating a safe, non-judgmental environment to explore coping strategies and improve mental well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Amanda Ezell

Amanda Ezell

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Finding a therapist who understands your life should not require spending your sessions explaining or defending who you are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amy Greene-Wilke

Amy Greene-Wilke

Therapist

Virtual • Tampa, FL


Are you ready to go from surviving to thriving? I am a Holistic Mental Health Expert & Mindfulness-Based Psychotherapist with 20 years of experience. I offer scientific evidence-based, naturopathic treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma and other mental health issues. Together we will heal unresolved childhood emotional wounds, trauma, PTSD, Complex -PTSD & remove psychological blocks & barriers. Offering options in mindfulness skills training, meditation, EMDR and somatic treatment for nervous system regulation.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Pattranit Somasri

Pattranit Somasri

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I create a safe space where you'll be listened to, respected, and supported as we work toward real, tangible change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Naomi Bourassa

Naomi Bourassa

Therapist

Virtual • Orlando, FL


“I provide a somatic, trauma-informed, and culturally aware approach. This is customized to each client from a very holistic approach!”
LGBTQIA+, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carrol Bissoondial

Carrol Bissoondial

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My focus on is mindfulness-based therapy which is an approach that emphasizes the practice of mindfulness as a means of improving mental well-being and promoting psychological healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dana Beede

Dana Beede

Therapist

Virtual • Sarasota, FL


I work with individuals and couples navigating a wide range of challenges, including depression, panic disorder, anxiety, and difficult life transitions. I have particular experience supporting individuals struggling to process grief and loss, or past trauma. My practice includes working with people coping with low self-esteem, substance use, infertility, postpartum mental health concerns, menopause, infidelity, and divorce. I also have specialized clinical experience working with those struggling with chronic illness and chronic pain, caregivers supporting loved ones with Dementia, and clients affected by family estrangement.


My clinical approach is grounded in inclusivity, respect, and social awareness. I am affirming of LGBTQI+ identities, supportive of immigrants, and committed to human rights. I actively work against racism and strive to create a space where all clients feel seen, and safe to explore their experiences.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Stacy Bishop

Stacy Bishop

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tampa, FL


Hi! I am a fully licensed mental health therapist. I have been in the business of helping people for over 15 years. I am direct and solution oriented, but will not rush the process.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jenna Vaughn

Jenna Vaughn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pace, FL


“I am a Clinical Traumatologist uniquely qualified to help people understand and recover from upsetting life experiences...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
David Rust

David Rust

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am trained to employ a variety of techniques, which include cognitive-behavioral treatment (CBT) for anxiety, depression, and other related disorders.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathryn Silverman

Kathryn Silverman

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I believe in empowering people through a strength-based approach to therapy. I specialize in psychotherapy for depression, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, trauma and PTSD, eating disorders and substances use issues.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christine Farina

Christine Farina

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • St. Petersburg, FL


“I have ten years in the psychiatric field treating a wide range of disorders. I'm not the kind of provider that just throws pills at you and says "see you in a month!"”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
There are over 33 therapists in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL accepting new patients.
33+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Trauma
  • 97%Stress management
  • 97%Anxiety
  • 91%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 97%Cigna
  • 94%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 82%Ascension
  • 64%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 6%Spanish
  • 3%French
  • 3%Hindi
  • 3%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 3%Non-binary
License types
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  • 61%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 18%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 9%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 9%Licensed Psychologist
  • 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 33%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 24%Child or adolescent therapy

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