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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Brandon, FL

Brandon residents seeking LGBTQIA-affirming mental healthcare can access Headway's 2,573 provider network for personalized support around identity, relationships, and wellbeing. Sessions are flexible—virtual or in-person—and covered by insurance, helping you focus on your care without worrying about costs. Many clients find their perfect fit quickly.

Sarah Lockett

Sarah Lockett

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


If you're struggling with anxiety, identity questions, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, or feeling disconnected from yourself or others, you're not alone. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by life transitions, family dynamics, cultural expectations, or the stress of navigating a world that doesn't always feel safe or affirming. Others are working through LGBTQ+ concerns, exploring their identity, healing from past experiences, or looking for support as they build healthier relationships and greater self-confidence.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I provide a warm, affirming, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported. My goal is to help you better understand what's contributing to your challenges, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools that support healing, emotional well-being, and meaningful personal growth. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, trauma, identity exploration, relationships, or major life changes, I strive to help you create a life that feels more authentic, connected, and fulfilling.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Maikel Martin Osoria

Maikel Martin Osoria

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My style is compassionate, direct, and solution-focused. I help clients develop practical tools, improve self-awareness, strengthen communication, and build healthier patterns that support long-term progress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Andressa Mauriello

Andressa Mauriello

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I specialize in helping people heal from sexual and relational trauma, which can be caused by abuse, neglect, abandonment or enmeshment in both adult and childhood relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Peggy Slusarski

Peggy Slusarski

Therapist

Virtual • Beverly Hills, FL


Hello, my name is Peggy, and I bring over 30 years of experience as a therapist. My goal is to create a safe and supportive space where you feel truly heard. I take time to understand you as a whole person—your history, your strengths, and the challenges you’re facing—so we can work together toward meaningful change.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Nicole Rodriguez-Medina

Nicole Rodriguez-Medina

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I understand the challenges you're facing, and I'm here to offer you support and guidance every step of the way.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Epstein

Michael Epstein

Therapist

Virtual • Sarasota, FL


Hi, I’m Michael, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with more than 27 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate both difficult and meaningful life transitions.

Whether you’re struggling with stress, relationship challenges, trauma, grief, anxiety, or feeling stuck, I offer a compassionate, direct, practical, and occasionally humorous approach to therapy. My work is grounded in Systems Theory, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), and Cognitive-Behavioral strategies, helping clients better understand themselves, their relationships, and the patterns that shape their lives.

I have extensive experience working with military families, first responders, and individuals facing crisis situations. My goal is to help you develop greater emotional resilience, stronger relationships, and practical tools that continue serving you long after therapy ends.

I strive to create a judgment-free environment where honest conversations can lead to meaningful change. I offer evening and weekend appointments and can occasionally accommodate other scheduling needs. As a single father, I raised three children over a 15-year period, an experience that deeply informs my understanding of life’s challenges and responsibilities. My Australian Shepherd service dog may occasionally be present during sessions unless you prefer otherwise.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Laura Beth Blomquist

Laura Beth Blomquist

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe psychotherapy is a sacred experience and one that should honor your psychological, emotional, physical, and spiritual needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rajalakshmi Suresh

Rajalakshmi Suresh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Davie, FL


“I am committed to providing individualized, compassionate care while fostering a collaborative and safe environment for healing and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Paulina Bollat

Paulina Bollat

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I will work to create a comfortable therapeutic environment for you where we can collaborate towards a better life for you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Voltrina Williams

Voltrina Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I specialize in providing therapy services to the LGBTQIA+ community, their allies, both traditional couples and non traditional relationships, and people of color.”
LGBTQIA+, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Beth Halprin

Beth Halprin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Boynton Beach, FL


“Beth finds that supportive psychotherapy and psychoeducation regarding disorders and medication management is the best way to aid recovery and promote wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
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
Dr. Sofia Lustgarten

Dr. Sofia Lustgarten

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Miami, FL


“My hope is to offer an opportunity to live a fuller, more authentic life, that includes the spectrum of emotions...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Marc Steinmetz

Dr. Marc Steinmetz

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


“My mission is to offer you a safe, affirming space to explore your life, your story, and what matters most to you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jalia Hurst-Smart

Jalia Hurst-Smart

Therapist

Virtual • Clearwater, FL


“I have practiced for nearly 10 years in Florida and specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, 2SLGBTQIA+, and people of color...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Marilyn Thompson

Marilyn Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I have experience working with sexual, physical, emotional, racial, and intergenerational trauma as a trauma therapist.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ashley Lyn Espinoza

Ashley Lyn Espinoza

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I partner with my patients to discover and create a plan for their mental health that feels comfortable, doable and sustainable.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rachel Taggart

Rachel Taggart

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe healing is not about fixing what is "wrong," but about building a kinder, more trusting relationship with yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Keri Jakubowski

Keri Jakubowski

Therapist

Virtual • Miami, FL


“My approach has a Person Centered focus based on an individual's unique characteristics, goals and principles.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Suzanne Messina

Suzanne Messina

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is interactive, solution-focused, and tailored to you. I believe therapy should feel both supportive and useful...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jenny Kirn

Jenny Kirn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Weston, FL


“I am a bilingual marriage and family therapist with twenty years experience working with individuals, couples, and families of various age groups and diversities.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Karen Markus-Handis

Karen Markus-Handis

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Karen empowers her clients to utilize their strengths to help them sort out their challenges and achieve their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jazmine Crowe

Jazmine Crowe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


My name is Jazmine. I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). My passion is helping people take charge of their mental health and overall well-being. Life can be challenging, and whether you’re managing anxiety, depression, trauma, or just feeling overwhelmed, I’m here to support you every step of the way.

I believe in a holistic, patient-centered approach to care—one that prioritizes your unique experiences, goals, and strengths. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to take positive steps toward healing. Mental health care shouldn’t be intimidating or one-size-fits-all, so I work with you to find the best strategies and treatments tailored to your needs.

Building a strong, trusting partnership with my patients is at the heart of my practice. I know that small steps can lead to big transformations, and I’m committed to walking alongside you on your journey to better mental health.

I look forward to working with you and helping you build the tools and confidence to live a healthier, more balanced life!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Jennifer D'Agostino

Dr. Jennifer D'Agostino

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“She views each of her clients as a unique individual and collaboratively tailors treatment interventions to address challenges and support the client's journey to improved mental health, wellness, and personal growth to achieve their highest goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Skip Dettman

Skip Dettman

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Hello, I am Skip I have been a therapist for over 12 years. I love what I do and am passionate about assisting people with addressing life issues. I specialize in trauma, addictions and couples therapy.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karen Warren

Karen Warren

Therapist

Virtual • Port Charlotte, FL


“My approach to therapy is a combination of problem-solving techniques of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and self-awareness practices of mindfulness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Gisselle Diaz Roig

Gisselle Diaz Roig

Therapist

Virtual • Brandon, FL


“I often use Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) when woking with clients. I have seen the benefits that CBT can provide individuals dealing with anxiety and depression.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yasmine Benhayoun

Yasmine Benhayoun

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to empower you to uncover your strengths and find your path toward building and reclaiming the healthy life you deserve.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tara Bryant

Tara Bryant

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Whether it is a life transition or an ongoing problem, we will work through it together in a safe space with a personalized approach.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Savannah Seager

Savannah Seager

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pensacola, FL


I specialize in working with adults experiencing a variety of anxiety disorders, including panic attacks, generalized anxiety, and phobias, as well as adults with ADHD. I also support clients who have difficulty regulating emotions and navigating the impact these patterns can have on relationships. Many of my clients are thoughtful, insightful, and self-aware, yet feel stuck in exhausting cycles of fear, reassurance-seeking, self-doubt, and overstimulation. You may feel like you know better, but anxiety continues to run the show. I aim to create a space where you feel understood, safe, and able to show up exactly as you are.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
John Soria

John Soria

Therapist

Virtual • Boca Raton, FL


“I will utilize your strengths, resources and culture in order to explore problems from multiple vantage points.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Despina Pittas

Despina Pittas

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“When people have hope and can learn to challenge and replace negative thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes, people are free to experience change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lidice Duran Hernandez

Lidice Duran Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • Weston, FL


“I will strive to provide a supportive and inclusive environment, centered around you, where you can feel safe and heard.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lindsey Gray

Lindsey Gray

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I truly believe that you drive this journey and my hope is that we close therapy with you knowing that you had the tools all along.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Yahaira Santiago

Yahaira Santiago

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am an empathic, authentic, and an attuned facilitator. I take a person centered and active approach in joining you on your therapeutic journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marie Lennox

Marie Lennox

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Boynton Beach, FL


“Marie finds that thoroughly educating patients on disorders and treatment modalities using supportive psychotherapy and psychoeducation is the best way to aid in recovery and promote wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Peyton Townsend

Peyton Townsend

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Longwood, FL


“I bring an engaging energy to every client relationship. I genuinely enjoy connecting with people, and that enthusiasm shows in how I communicate, collaborate, and problem-solve.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Leah Shanteau

Leah Shanteau

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Satellite Beach, FL


“I take a relational, strength-based approach, meaning I see you as the expert of your own life and work alongside you to uncover your resilience and potential.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Leanne Seguin

Dr. Leanne Seguin

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


My specialties include trauma, relationships, supervision, and medical issues. I will help you be more conscious of your thoughts, emotions, and body and thus reach your potential.


My previous education in biology and neuropsychology has provided me with knowledge that is invaluable, especially during trauma work. Because I find both Eastern and Western psychological practices useful, I integrate many tools and therapies into the sessions and tailor treatment to each individual.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Clarissa Williams

Clarissa Williams

Therapist

Virtual • West Palm Beach, FL


“My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable enough to be yourself while also feeling supported in making meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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