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LGBT therapists in Florida

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Florida

Find affirming mental health support in Florida with 2,654 licensed providers who understand your unique experiences. Headway connects you with open-minded therapists offering flexible virtual or in-person sessions, with many accepting insurance to keep costs low.

Kristin Weibley

Kristin Weibley

Therapist

Virtual • Brooksville, FL


“My goal is to help you improve your overall quality of life by establishing goals together that are attainable thus reducing your stress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Jessica Sheriff

Jessica Sheriff

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Jessica will support you with the complexities of your life or your relationship and provide you with tangible resources to make sure you are making lasting change and not just talking about it.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 4 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
Waynetta Kirtsey

Waynetta Kirtsey

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


My focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. I want to walk alongside you and help to empower you. Together, we find hope.

I am dedicated to the mental health field and have been both a therapist and a clinical supervisor. My areas of knowledge include trauma, depression, grief, anxiety, adjustment disorder, substance abuse, ADHD, self-esteem issues, and life transition difficulties. I work with individuals, adolescents, couples, and families.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole McCray

Nicole McCray

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Clients should know that I’m down-to-earth, non-judgmental, and a genuine person. I believe therapy works best when you feel safe enough to be real—no masks, no pressure, no shame. I bring warmth and care into the room, along with a sense of humor when it’s helpful, because healing doesn’t always have to feel heavy to be meaningful.

I’m also solution-focused and collaborative. That means we’ll spend time understanding what’s going on, but we won’t get stuck there. We’ll work together to identify practical tools, coping strategies, and small, realistic steps that can help you feel better in your day-to-day life. Above all, I care deeply about meeting you where you are and supporting you in a way that feels respectful, empowering, and aligned with your goals. If you do not see your insurance provider listed and you are interested in private pay, please email me at [email protected] or find me on Psychology today under Nicole McCray and send me a message.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Alessandra Smith

Alessandra Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Hialeah, FL


I have been practicing for over 17 years providing Individual and family therapy. My focus is to facilitate strategies and interventions that will bring you hope and transformation.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Patrick Richoux

Patrick Richoux

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I draw from evidence-based models, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to help you gain clarity, understand patterns that keep you stuck, and build skills you can actually use outside of sessions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Allison

Kimberly Allison

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe that the therapeutic relationship is one of collaboration. Through a client-centered approach, I provide the them a safe environment to share their thoughts and feelings.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamra Truman

Tamra Truman

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“The quality of the connection between the client and the therapist is fundamental to emotional growth and genuine change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Vanessa Vallejo

Vanessa Vallejo

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Hi there!

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida. I have an educational background of school counseling and as a teacher. I enjoy helping clients realize their potential while prioritizing their mental health. My counseling focus is with adolescents to adult-aged clients.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Charles Maddix

Charles Maddix

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Jacksonville, FL


I’m a board-certified Family Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and former Navy Corpsman with over 20 years of medical experience. My background spans oncology, ICU, and community mental health, which allows me to care for clients across the lifespan—from children to older adults—with a well-rounded, compassionate perspective.

I take a holistic, patient-centered approach, focusing on truly understanding your unique needs and goals. In addition to treating conditions like anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and mood disorders, I offer advanced treatment options such as Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), hormone therapy, and ketamine infusion therapy for those who haven’t found relief with traditional approaches.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mary Lamazares

Mary Lamazares

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Whether you're navigating anxiety, trauma, addiction, or a major life change - you deserve support without judgment. My practice is a safe, compassionate space where you can finally say the things you've never said out loud. I've spent 20+ years walking alongside adults through their hardest seasons. As your sole therapist, I'll know your story deeply and show up consistently - with warmth, honesty, and genuine care.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lisa Barnes

Lisa Barnes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Clearwater, FL


“I pride myself on high ethical standards of practice to provide a safe space for my clients to heal, evolve, resolve, and release emotional barriers.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Jordan

Andrea Jordan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Miami, FL


“I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP) and disease management coordinator with a background in psychiatric care and medical care.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Michael Mazucci-Mambala

Michael Mazucci-Mambala

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Petersburg, FL


“I work hard to ensure that you feel safe and work hard to meet your needs. I listen thoughtfully and will appropriately challenge thoughts that may be distorted.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Colleen Greene

Dr. Colleen Greene

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe therapy should help you understand yourself more deeply while also giving you tools that actually make life easier.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jasmine Luther

Jasmine Luther

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach to therapy is warm while being productive. I like to set realistic goals that are catered to your current needs and wants in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sage Bierster

Sage Bierster

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to I help you explore the relationship between acceptance and change in your own life/relationship within the safe context of therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Family issues, Identity issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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 7 insurance carriers
Kendale Brown

Kendale Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My clients appreciate my balance of warmth and practicality — offering support that helps them feel understood while also making real progress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jana Gottesman

Jana Gottesman

Therapist

Virtual • Miami, FL


“I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship to create a space for a person to feel seen, heard and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 13 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 11 insurance carriers
Carly Cisson

Carly Cisson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Jacksonville, FL


“I am dedicated to getting in the trenches with my clients and walking alongside them in their strife, providing support wherever possible.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christie Iribarren

Christie Iribarren

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe therapy should be a place where you don't have to perform, explain away your feelings, or pretend you're okay.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aldo Rosales

Aldo Rosales

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“Addressing the whole person, not only mentally but physically, and emotionally to promote true wellness and lasting healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nonie Craige

Nonie Craige

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“For more than 30 years I have helped individuals, couples and adolescents live happier lives with more control, better communication skills...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Holland Hall

Holland Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Therapy with me is active, collaborative, and compassionate. We will work to understand how your nervous system, thoughts, and behaviors interact, especially around anxiety, OCD, and uncertainty...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Enid Zamora

Enid Zamora

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am committed to ongoing professional development, staying current with the latest research and therapeutic techniques to offer the best possible support to my clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Yonnette Stephen

Yonnette Stephen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Weston, FL


“I'm committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for individuals, couples and families who are struggling to find a greater sense of peace and joy in the midst of life's complex journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
James Seawel

James Seawel

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I use a personable, client-centered approach informed by evidence-based research to help clients reach their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Men's issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sabrina Barrett

Sabrina Barrett

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adults navigating relationship stress, anxiety, shame, difficult patterns, trauma, and times when life looks successful on the outside but feels much messier internally.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alyssa Sorrells

Alyssa Sorrells

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Clients often describe me as warm, empathetic, and practical — someone who helps them feel understood while building the skills to create meaningful change in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michelle Hart

Michelle Hart

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is centered on creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, seen, and empowered to be your authentic self.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Camp

Michelle Camp

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Orlando, FL


“Ultimately, my goal when working with you is to help you learn more about yourself, challenge yourself, and feel better while reaching your full potential.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erika Melecio

Erika Melecio

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am a big believer in empowerment, working hard in therapy, and utilizing different techniques to help you regain that inner peace that may have been lost along the way.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Eliana Saliba

Eliana Saliba

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach to therapy is individualized. I want to meet you where you are and work with you as a guide or partner in your needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mariah Morris

Mariah Morris

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I offer a healing space that centers the lived experiences of BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and relationships navigating complex dynamics.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
April Smith

April Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I use evidence-based methods to help clients build practical coping skills, better manage symptoms, and make meaningful progress toward their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Mona Ramlawi

Mona Ramlawi

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I help ambitious, self aware adults untangle patterns that keep them living for everyone else's approval so they can move toward confidence, clarity, and self trust.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Haley McCrary

Haley McCrary

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach to therapy is person-first; I'll walk with you as you explore and examine the things taking up mental space that prevent you from moving forward.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Florida

Number of therapists serving Florida
There are over 2,649 therapists in Florida accepting new patients.
2,649+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 87%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 91%Cigna
  • 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 58%Ascension
  • 49%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 18%Spanish
  • 2%Portuguese
  • 1%French
  • 1%Haitian Creole
How they see their clients
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  • 83%Online only
  • 17%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 80%Woman
  • 19%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 38%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 24%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 10%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 9%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 6%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy
  • 19%Child or adolescent therapy

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