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LGBT therapists in Saint Petersburg, FL

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Saint Petersburg, FL

Saint Petersburg's vibrant LGBTQIA+ community deserves mental health support from open-minded providers. Headway offers flexible sessions with providers experienced in gender identity and sexual orientation concerns, helping you navigate your authentic path.

Jana Shiffert

Jana Shiffert

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I provide compassionate, evidence‐informed care for adults facing mood disorders, addiction and substance use concerns, bereavement and codependency, LGBTQ+ issues, life‐management challenges, and stress.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Roger Howard

Roger Howard

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I have dedicated my life to helping you see what is on the other side of your struggle and to find the clarity that may be evading you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jess Callaway

Jess Callaway

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I work with people who are tired of feeling controlled by what they've been through or what they're currently facing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Gregg Stephens

Gregg Stephens

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I use predominantly Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy in session and work to make people feel comfortable and accepted.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marissa Betancourt

Marissa Betancourt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Daytona Beach, FL


“I help individuals and families who are struggling with bouts of depression and anxiety, or have gone through recent or past trauma feel as if there is a strength inside of them that can break through whatever is holding them back.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Amy Traynham Feragen

Amy Traynham Feragen

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I was born and raised in Montana and have a genuine passion for nature and the outdoors. I received my Bachelors in Psychology at Montana State University in 2001. I then pursued my Masters of Social Work degree and graduated in 2008 from the University of Montana. This graduate program had a focus on providing a social justice and integrated practitioner perspective. I have an eclectic style that can be tailored to each unique individual. My primary therapeutic methods include Mindfulness Based, Holistic, Exposure, Narrative, Cognitive and Behavioral, Strengths Based & Solution Focused Therapies. I provide a non-judgmental and compassionate environment that often helps people feel comfortable. A true passion of mine is structuring therapeutic activities for clients to express, process, increase self-awareness, and de-stress from life’s challenging and developmental experiences.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Richard Rizo

Dr. Richard Rizo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


My practice style is open minded, solution focused, and direct to the point. I love to help any individual from a humanistic point of view. I am extremely empathetic, love to be honest and being honest with my patients is key in my every day practice.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tom Nahrstedt

Tom Nahrstedt

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I attempt to set a comfortable non-judgmental atmosphere where clients feel safe to talk about issues.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Dr. Ester Goldvarg

Dr. Ester Goldvarg

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


“I am a strong believer that our upbringing has a tremendous impact on our relationships throughout life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Energetic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Charles Dean

Dr. Charles Dean

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Jacksonville, FL


“My therapeutic style is warm, genuine, and direct. My primary therapeutic modality is EMDR, but I also use Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Client Center Therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Maria E Cardona

Dr. Maria E Cardona

Therapist

Virtual • Miami, FL


“I prioritize your individual experiences. We will begin by building a genuine, trusting relationship that allows you to freely express yourself without fear of being judged.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Joely Spencer

Dr. Joely Spencer

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I like to offer clients the opportunity to discover their own successes, recognize their strengths, and be able to demonstrate new shifts and outlooks on current circumstances in the pursuit of something different.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patrickk McDonald

Patrickk McDonald

Therapist

Virtual • Gainesville, FL


In the words of Kawhi Leonard "I'm a fun guy". I take therapy very seriously but I'm also very chill and friendly.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hyacinth Morgan

Hyacinth Morgan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fort Lauderdale, FL


“I use an integrative approach to therapy, which means I draw from different therapeutic methods depending on your needs, goals, and what is most helpful to you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Stress management
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Craig McAndrew

Craig McAndrew

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“You will find me easy to talk to and non-judgmental. I have a relaxed atmosphere that helps put people at ease.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Idiana Morales

Idiana Morales

Therapist

Virtual • Miami Lakes, FL


“I specialize in providing mental health counseling to individuals from diverse ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Morgan Pierce

Morgan Pierce

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Hi, I’m Morgan Pierce, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor! My background includes over 3 years of experience supporting LGBTQ+ adults navigating identity, stress, trauma, depression, and anxiety. I bring that same affirming, judgement-free lens to every person I work with. My goal as a therapist is for people to see themselves with compassion and clarity.

I created my own practice from a deep belief that every human being is capable of growth and transformation, no matter how stuck, lost, or broken they may feel.

In our time together, we may explore patterns that no longer serve you, process old wounds, and build tools for resilience. I view therapy as a collaborative journey — one that honors the most authentic version of yourself and your capacity to heal from within.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sarah Cozzi

Sarah Cozzi

Therapist

Virtual • St. Petersburg, FL


“I'm not an 'Oz behind a curtain' type therapist but more of a fellow traveler, drawing from both lived experience and professional training to guide and empower.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ivy Lee

Ivy Lee

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Winter Park, FL


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Hi everyone! My name is Ivy, and I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner based in Orlando, FL.

I am a 28 year old female (she/her) that enjoys watching anime, playing video games, and spending time with my five cats.

Outside of work, I like to spend time with my fiance. We love to explore and try new food places, so if you're looking for recommendations, I have tons!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Astrid Monroe

Astrid Monroe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 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
Lisa Rabinowitz

Lisa Rabinowitz

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


I'm a licensed psychologist with 15 years of experience helping adults, teens, and seniors navigate anxiety, depression, relationship strain, chronic illness, and some of life's harder moments. I work virtually with clients across Florida, which means you get real, effective therapy from wherever you feel most comfortable. I'm warm, I'm direct, and — fair warning — I will probably make you laugh at some point. I believe therapy works best when it feels like an honest conversation between two people, not a performance.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jackeline Vargas

Jackeline Vargas

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I provide therapy in both English and Spanish and am deeply committed to serving the Hispanic community and multicultural families navigating identity, generational differences, and cultural stressors.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Heather Gonyea-Evans

Heather Gonyea-Evans

Therapist

Virtual • Wesley Chapel, FL


“I integrate mindfulness, meditation, and somatic movement to support healing, resilience, and balance in both mind and body.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gabriela Naccarato

Gabriela Naccarato

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I take a cognitive-behavioral approach to therapy and have been providing assessment and treatment since 2012.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Charisse Reid

Charisse Reid

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My work begins where you do. Healing and self-exploration are your journey. My role is to guide you along the ride.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nicole Petry

Nicole Petry

Therapist

Virtual • Plant City, FL


“I am passionate about helping clients reclaim their lives — rebuilding self-confidence, motivation, purpose, and greater freedom and fulfillment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rickey Walters

Rickey Walters

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I enjoy providing an open ear, open mind, and safe environment to facilitate growth and empowerment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Allison

Brittany Allison

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is collaborative, supportive, and focused on helping you create real change — not just talk things through.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Family issues, Stress management, Trauma
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Mary Hoffman

Mary Hoffman

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to provide a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can be honest about what you're experiencing...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sabrina Barrett

Sabrina Barrett

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I love to work with people who are new to therapy, as well as other therapists and helping professionals who want a space where they can be fully human rather than always being the one who has it together.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Colleen Virgins

Colleen Virgins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Coral Springs, FL


“With more than 20 years of nursing experience in maternal-child health, pediatrics, neonatal care, and family-centered medicine, I bring a holistic perspective to mental health treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 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
Stacey LaRoche

Stacey LaRoche

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, empowered, and equipped for lasting healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Casey OBrien

Casey OBrien

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I believe healing happens when you feel genuinely seen, understood, and supported. My goal is to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are without fear of judgment.

I work with adults, young adults and children experiencing anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship challenges, emotional dysregulation, and life transitions. I integrate evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), somatic interventions, and mindfulness to help clients better understand themselves, develop effective coping skills, and create lasting change.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Natalie Galvan

Natalie Galvan

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


My mission in therapy is to create a space where clients have the freedom to guide the work towards their goals with a collaborate partner who can assist in the self discovery process. I strive to make therapy feel loving and supportive by providing a place where you can start on the journey to connecting with your inner strength. Self care is important, and therapy is a courageous way to give yourself the care and support you deserve.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Marc Steinmetz

Dr. Marc Steinmetz

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


I'm a licensed psychologist working with adolescents, adults, and seniors navigating anxiety, depression, grief, significant life changes, or challenges with attention and focus. My goal is to offer a safe, affirming space to explore your life, your story, and what matters most to you — your experiences, your values, and where you hope to go. You are a complex, whole person made up of many parts — and there is room here for all of them.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Yisell Fernandez Alvarez

Yisell Fernandez Alvarez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I believe mental health care should feel personal and collaborative—not rushed or focused only on a diagnosis.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 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
Hazel Lamond

Hazel Lamond

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach to therapy is whole‐person and collaborative, integrating emotional wellbeing, daily functioning, and healthy lifestyle habits...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Edward Suarez

Dr. Edward Suarez

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


“My training and therapeutic approach focus on using best practices such as client-centered, trauma-informed, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), including mindfulness and motivational interviewing...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Saint Petersburg, FL
There are over 46 therapists in Saint Petersburg, FL accepting new patients.
46+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 96%Anxiety
  • 93%Trauma
  • 89%Stress management
  • 89%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 83%Cigna
  • 80%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 59%Ascension
  • 52%Florida Blue
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 7%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 72%Woman
  • 28%Man
License types
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  • 48%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 33%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 7%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 7%Licensed Psychologist
  • 2%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 35%Family therapy
  • 26%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 22%Couples therapy

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