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LGBT therapists in Port Charlotte, FL


Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Port Charlotte, FL
Headway connects LGBTQIA individuals in Port Charlotte with 2,631 licensed, affirming providers who offer virtual and in-person sessions. Our warm, open-minded therapists provide evidence-based support for gender and sexual identity exploration, relationship concerns, and mental wellness. Many clients save up to 75% on sessions through insurance, with some paying as low as $0 per visit.
My two passions in life are being a therapist and traveling the world. I completed my master's in Mental Health Counseling at Nova Southeastern University. I love working with all individuals who need the extra help during the hardest times of their lives. I have professional experience with all ages. I have experience with anxiety, depression, high risk, stress management, trauma and more. In my professional journey I have worked in various environments including inpatient and outpatient.
Do you feel broken, beaten down by life's circumstances, trapped in your current existence, or tethered to a life you never wanted? Life can be stressful and overwhelming to say the least. You can feel stuck in life and lose hope of ever having the life you dreamed of before the path you were on was changed. Maybe a loved one died, you got pregnant, you lost your job, or you moved away from all your support system to a place where you feel truly alone. Or hell, the whole world gets hit with a sudden virus that hits pandemic heights.
Ever feel like every time you take a step forward, life knocks you down a flight of stairs? Now not only do you have to get back up, but the next step forward is uphill. You may be experiencing difficulty adjusting to the changes in your life. This can be exhausting and very tempting to give up on those dreams you had and begin settling for what life is now. You can feel trapped in a life you hate, doing a job you wake up everyday dreading to go to, and surrounding yourself with people you don't really care for.
What if the things that used to help you relax are not helping anymore and you cannot simply stop? You can feel powerless and stuck in a cycle that will not release you. Sometimes if feels like you can see the world crumbling around you but you cannot stop it. It can feel hopeless. No one deserves to live that way.
What if I told you it didn't have to be that way? What if I told you that your dreams were still achievable but maybe need some adjustments in order to reach them? Are you ready to break the chains binding you to this unhappy existence? Do you wish to feel free of the stress and anxiety that keeps you feeling stuck?
It is true! You can still achieve your dreams! There may need to be a few modifications but you CAN be HAPPY! I will help guide you as you forge a new path to your dream life. Many times the circumstances in your life that have trapped you are molehills compared to the obstacle you can become to your own success. It didn't happen willingly, but you have begun to tell yourself, "I don't deserve my dream life. It is not possible to achieve it. It's just too much for me to handle. I will get to it later."
Eventually putting your dreams on the back burner leads you to have resentments and regrets. Let's change that trajectory together. We will identify the problematic thought patterns that have sabotaged your dreams and held you hostage. We will challenge them with truth and reality grounding you in the present moment and looking for the things you are grateful for in this life. We will then work together to change those thought patterns to new ones that encourage and create success. We will build you a support system that builds you up, provides your wind to soar, and cheers you on even when you are not feeling like you can rise to the challenge. YOU WILL FLY!!!
Are you ready to break free, spread your wings, and soar? Call me for a free consultation! Let's set you on your journey to a life you enjoy!
My name is Cora McNeese Nelson and I am an Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of Florida. I provide counseling services via telehealth which is a fancy way of saying my services all occur through video sessions, phone calls, or messaging plans. This can offer some flexibility in scheduling as neither of us have to commute to an office and I can offer services later in the evening than typical business hours. There are several benefits to telehealth services, but these services are not appropriate for everyone or every situation. Feel free to do a free consultation to find out if telehealth services with me are a good fit for you.
Hello. Thank you for taking the time to invest in your healing and growth today. Whether you’re a newcomer to therapy/counseling or an experienced client, I feel it’s a brave and wonderful thing to do the work of mental-emotional healing. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, stress/anxiety, career challenges, LGBTQ+ related issues, grief and loss and trauma disorder such as PTSD.
Hi, I’m Jenna, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor offering an affirming, judgment-free space for adults who want to understand themselves a little better and build a life that actually feels like their own.
I specialize in trauma and grief, helping people make sense of experiences that have changed them, navigate loss in all its forms, and find a way forward without feeling like they have to erase or “get over” what happened.
I especially enjoy working with LGBTQ+ clients, creatives, healthcare professionals, and people navigating anxiety, depression, relationships, identity, self-worth, and life transitions. I have a particular interest in supporting healthcare professionals who carry the emotional weight of caring for others, process difficult or traumatic experiences, cope with loss, or try to reconnect with themselves after burnout.
Hi, I’m Dariel, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping individuals find balance, clarity, and peace in their daily lives a provider. I deliver compassionate, evidence-based care that supports your healing journey and helps you regain stability in life.
Hi, I’m Dr. Katie. I'm a psychologist and recovering perfectionist. If your brain is constantly playing a highlight reel of everything you should be doing better, we’ll probably get along great!
I work with adults who are tired of being "bossed around" by anxiety, people-pleasing, body image, disordered eating, trauma responses, and self-doubt.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and occasionally very direct (when you need it.)
About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Port Charlotte, FL



- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 98%Anxiety
- 94%Depression
- 91%Stress management
- 87%Trauma

- 99%Aetna
- 92%Cigna
- 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 65%Ascension
- 51%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey

- 98%English
- 19%Spanish
- 2%French
- 1%Portuguese
- 1%Haitian Creole

- 85%Online only
- 15%In-person or online

- 79%Woman
- 20%Man
- 1%Non-binary

- 38%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 24%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 10%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 8%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 6%Licensed Clinical Social Worker

- 100%Individual therapy
- 40%Family therapy
- 31%Couples therapy
- 19%Child or adolescent therapy
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