

Finding an affirming therapist in Fort Myers doesn't have to be complicated. Headway's network of 2,510 empowering providers delivers culturally competent care for LGBTQIA+ mental health needs. Sessions are available as soon as tomorrow, with many providers offering free initial consultations and coverage through major insurance plans.
As a Master Level Social Worker, I have more than 24 years of experience providing therapeutic and advocacy services to adolescents and their families. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I provide services via telehealth and in outpatient, home, medical, and ALF's settings to adult and senior populations.
I got my start working in a residential setting, supporting people through serious mental health challenges, trauma, and addiction. That experience shaped how I see therapy, it’s not just clinical, it’s about feeling understood and not alone in what you’re going through. I now work with people dealing with things like trauma, emotional ups and downs, and substance use, and I’m trained in EMDR. While I have experience with more intense situations, I also work with people who feel stuck, reactive, or disconnected and want to understand why.
Dustin R. Kebre; M.A; LMFT; MT3057 My current focus lies in the private practice setting, where I take a special interest in treating trauma, anxiety & depressive disorders in adults. I take a Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) approach, which allows for long-term benefits in fewer sessions than other counseling models. I was intensively trained in EMDR and believe the focus of counseling is to not only work on managing your current struggles, but to develop the tools needed to independently manage future obstacles as well. I use a combination of reflective listening, as well as an instructional approach, to help guide you towards becoming the best version of you!
I have a Master's in Clinical Psychology and a License in Marital and Family Therapy. I treat individuals, couples and families. I specialize in healing people from pain and suffering. I believe the connection you can develop during therapy provides an environment where you can feel safe and nurtured. We all need this kind of support in a world that seems to care less and less about your needs as a human being. The first step is the most difficult; however, often the most life changing. I look forward in helping you transform your life and be the person you were meant to be.
I am a graduate of Pepperdine University, I am proficient in treating minor to severe mental health issues and disorders. I have extensive experience working with dual diagnosis and addiction. I am competent in healing people with minor to severe mental health issues including trauma and personality disorders. I specialize in treating individuals, couples and families from a family system perspective, as well using multiple evidence based modalities in a integrative approach.
I am an LGBT identifying therapist. I have been working in the mental health field for over two years in residential and community mental health settings. Which has provided me with the experience of working with a wide variety of clients.
I work with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, sexual orientation and gender identity concerns.
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.
Life is going to send a lot of things your way. Things like changes in mood, trauma, depression, etc. Why go at it alone? Let's work together. I specialize in working with LGBTQIA clients looking to explore many areas of life. Areas of focus in my practice include identity development, unpacking trauma, and ADHD assessment and diagnosis. I also enjoy helping folks navigate neurodiversity in interpersonal relationships, and cope with anxiety/depression.


Headway makes it easier to connect with affirming therapists who understand your identity — from finding the right therapist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Finding an LGBTQIA+-affirming therapist in Fort Myers starts with identifying what kind of support matters most to you. For some, sexual orientation or gender identity is the central focus of therapy — navigating coming out, relationship dynamics, or the effects of discrimination. For others, it may not be the primary reason for seeking care, but seeing a provider who understands LGBTQIA+ experiences can make it easier to be open about everything else. Either way, look for a licensed provider (such as an LMHC, LCSW, psychologist, or psychiatrist) who has specific experience with LGBTQIA+ clients and has identified themselves as affirming.
Fort Myers and the broader Southwest Florida area have a mix of in-person and virtual providers available. If you prefer in-person sessions, consider proximity to your home or workplace in areas like downtown Fort Myers, Cape Coral, or Bonita Springs. Virtual sessions can expand your options significantly, connecting you with affirming providers licensed in Florida who may not be based locally. Reading a provider's bio — including their approach, background, and areas of focus — can help you decide if they're a good match before booking.
Therapy in Fort Myers can be expensive without insurance, but affordable options exist when you use in-network coverage. Many insurance plans include mental health care benefits that apply to LGBTQIA+-affirming therapy. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs upfront, and many patients pay as low as $0 per visit. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, making it easier to find a provider who is both affirming and covered by your plan.
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