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LGBT therapists in Sanford, FL

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Sanford, FL

Finding an affirming therapist in Sanford shouldn't be difficult. Headway's 2,648 provider network includes specialists in LGBTQIA+ mental health who use evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT. Clients save an average of 75% on sessions through insurance, with some paying as low as $0 per visit.

Allison Fond

Allison Fond

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach to therapy centers on creating a safe, supportive space where you feel truly heard and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Miranda Blaeuer

Miranda Blaeuer

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Miranda approaches every individual from a strength-based perspective. It is important to build upon what is already working.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Robin McDermott

Dr. Robin McDermott

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Estero, FL


“She is an integrative psychologist who incorporates theories and techniques from different practices, including but not limited to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Existentialism,...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Nichole Lange

Nichole Lange

Therapist

Virtual • Miami, FL


“In our first session, you can expect a laid-back, judgment-free space where you can share your story at your own comfortable pace.”
LGBTQIA+, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Vivia Brown

Vivia Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Taking the step to seek support isn’t easy, and I want to honor the courage it takes to be here. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Life Coach, and retired Army veteran who believes caring for your mental health is essential to living a balanced, fulfilling life. I’m passionate about helping people navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and reconnect with themselves. I work with teens and adults who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or major life transitions, and I strive to meet you with respect, compassion, and understanding.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amber Bachura

Amber Bachura

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based care that helps you better understand yourself and create meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Larra Burdo

Larra Burdo

Therapist

Virtual • Oakland Park, FL


“My approach to therapy is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical, evidence-based method that helps clients understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Catherine Saxton-Thompson

Catherine Saxton-Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I specialize in working with young, high achieving professionals AND women dealing with fertility issues.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Winfred Alarcon

Winfred Alarcon

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I work to nurture my clients' sensitivities, strengths, hopes, and desires for a meaningful and fulfilling existence.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
April Sawyer

April Sawyer

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Through understanding and validation, I strive to create an accepting, collaborative, and therapeutic environment while providing the skills needed to achieve meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Fatima Malik

Fatima Malik

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Therapy is a collaboration between the therapist and the client. Therefore, I believe in an individualized treatment plan that is agreed upon as a team.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharife Gacel

Sharife Gacel

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Growth isn't about having all the answers; it's about having a safe place to explore the questions. I provide specialized online therapy to help you better understand yourself, navigate life's challenges, and build practical tools for lasting change. For the past 13 years, I've helped high-achieving adults, including professionals in STEM, aviation, aerospace, healthcare, and analytical fields, manage anxiety, stress, burnout, relationship challenges, identity questions, and life transitions with greater confidence and clarity.

I welcome individuals from all backgrounds and have a special interest in working with LGBTQ+ and multicultural communities. My approach is warm, honest, and collaborative. Together, we'll identify what's getting in the way, build on your strengths, and work toward the goals that matter most to you using evidence-based strategies tailored to your unique needs.

As a licensed provider, I am proud to offer virtual sessions for clients located throughout Florida, Colorado, and South Carolina. Reach out today to schedule a consultation.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Joseph Contes

Joseph Contes

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is collaborative, grounded, and practical. I focus on helping clients of all ages recognize patterns that no longer serve them, build emotional awareness, and develop skills that support meaningful and lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Ludwig

Melissa Ludwig

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I view therapy as my passion, not just my practice. While I have worked hard to establish my professional career as a therapist, it is the clients who teach me the most about the therapy process!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Minette Conner

Minette Conner

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I specialize in analytical assessment and customized treatment planning that helps individuals accomplish their goals while feeling validated and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mallory Callans

Mallory Callans

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I specialize in working with eating disorders/disordered eating, anxiety, depression, life transitions, body image/self-esteem, and more.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Schwartz

Cynthia Schwartz

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My hope is to help you create a "life worth living" in which you can be the best version of yourself and feel more confident in the resilient person you are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natalie Reeder

Natalie Reeder

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Clients describe me as empathetic, a good communicator, patient, observant, a good listener, and respectful.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kadie Nassi

Kadie Nassi

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I have also worked extensively with neurodivergent adults, including those on the autism spectrum, helping them navigate the unique challenges of daily life, identity, and social expectations.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kettia Duperval

Kettia Duperval

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I speak Haitian Creole!

I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage! I am here to support you in that process.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Lucas Stinnett

Lucas Stinnett

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe the ultimate goal of therapy is not simply to "be happy" or avoid difficult emotions, but to develop the tools and coping skills needed to navigate life's challenges with resilience and balance.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Adrianna Crouch

Adrianna Crouch

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My style is direct and collaborative while infusing humor to ease the heaviness that can arise in everyday life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Whitefield

Heather Whitefield

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe my strengths are in that I utilize an eclectic approach, customizing several types of interventions to specifically fit each person's needs and challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Violeta Bujaroska

Violeta Bujaroska

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and client-centered, with a strong focus on building trust, empowering clients, and fostering meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Michelle Park

Michelle Park

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My work is collaborative, affirming, and grounded in the belief that people thrive when they feel seen, respected, and supported in their own autonomy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Deirdre Arato

Deirdre Arato

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


My journey began as a deeply personal quest for healing, shaped by significant challenges such as abandonment, neglect, and trauma. Overcoming hardships like poverty, familial substance abuse, and toxic relationships led me to a lifelong struggle with anxiety and feelings of isolation. In my search for relief, I explored countless self-help resources, pursued degrees in psychology, and experimented with therapeutic techniques, yet nothing seemed to offer lasting change.

Everything shifted for me about three years ago when I experienced a transformative moment that inspired the creation of the Blue Lotus Approach. This method has not only helped me heal but has also profoundly impacted my clients, guiding them toward self-awareness and resilience.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacqueline Wells

Jacqueline Wells

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe healing begins when you feel heard without judgment and supported for who you are, not just the challenges you're facing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Chella Sykes

Chella Sykes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Clearwater, FL


“My approach is strength based and collaborative. I believe healing happens in safe, attuned connection.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 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 6 insurance carriers
Yolanda Butcher

Yolanda Butcher

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to help you feel seen, supported, and equipped with tools to build stability, resilience, and a renewed sense of hope.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cameron Eshgh

Cameron Eshgh

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I'm a first-generation Iranian-American, nonbinary therapist who shows up as a real, grounded human—warm, direct, and unflappable.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Morales

Katherine Morales

Therapist

Virtual • Longwood, FL


Welcome. Seeking support can feel difficult, especially when you're managing overwhelming emotions, relationship stress, painful experiences, or simply feeling disconnected from the life you want to live. I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief and loss, bipolar disorder, PTSD, women's issues, and challenges related to self-esteem, life transitions, and relationships. I understand that healing looks different for everyone, and I believe therapy should provide a space where you feel safe, respected, and genuinely understood. Whether you're struggling with day-to-day stress, navigating the impact of past experiences, or trying to make sense of difficult emotions, my goal is to help you gain insight, strengthen coping skills, and build a life that feels more balanced and fulfilling. Together, we can create meaningful change while honoring your unique experiences, strengths, and goals.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tiyahna Miles-Hall

Tiyahna Miles-Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, negative thoughts, unhealthy relationships or the inability to say NO! Are you tired of feeling like nothing will change or your stuck in life because you don't know what to do to make it better? I focus on adults using CBT, REBT, Person Centered and Motivational interviewing to assist clients in learning more about themselves and their perspective on life. I have experience working with many different mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, stress, marital/relationship issues and career struggles to name a few.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brenda S Faiber

Brenda S Faiber

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am an interactive, compassionate, and experienced therapist who has supported clients through a wide range of challenges...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Leslie Loanzon

Dr. Leslie Loanzon

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I have my Doctorate in Psychology with a concentration in Grief. I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor MH17755 with over 8 years of experience in the field.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Eric Clayburn

Eric Clayburn

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I strive to create a supportive, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Keisha Scott

Keisha Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to create an open-minded, empowering, and welcoming environment where you feel comfortable being yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kayla DiPaulo

Kayla DiPaulo

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I'd describe myself as relaxed yet solution-focused. I draw primarily from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and a Person-Centered approach to build a strong foundation of trust with my clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Emily Rose Penna

Dr. Emily Rose Penna

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


“Dr. Emily Rose believes in "doing the work" alongside her clients —leading with honesty, curiosity, and a deep commitment to both her own and her clients' healing journeys.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mateland Keith

Mateland Keith

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Sarasota, FL


“My goal is to identify and treat the underlying cause(s) to their symptoms with tailored interventions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Sanford, FL
There are over 55 therapists in Sanford, FL accepting new patients.
55+
Average years in practice
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6 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 96%Anxiety
  • 87%Stress management
  • 85%Trauma
  • 84%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 80%Cigna
  • 80%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 62%Ascension
  • 49%Oxford
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 11%Spanish
  • 2%American Sign Language
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 80%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 64%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 20%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 11%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 4%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 2%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 33%Family therapy
  • 31%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 31%Couples therapy

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