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LGBT therapists in Lehigh Acres, FL

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Lehigh Acres, FL

Headway empowers LGBTQIA individuals across Lehigh Acres with warm, solution-oriented providers who understand your unique mental health needs. With 2,580 licensed professionals and insurance partnerships, quality affirming care is accessible and affordable.

Raina Norris

Raina Norris

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“As a working mother, I understand how stressful life can be, and growing up in a family affected by anxiety and depression has given me a deep personal understanding of how mental health impacts everyday life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Milvia Tellez

Milvia Tellez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Miami, FL


“I believe that meaningful care starts with truly understanding you — your story, your challenges, and your goals — and building a plan together that helps you feel better and function at your best.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Alessio Perrone

Alessio Perrone

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of experience working with clients coping with anxiety, mood issues, and grief and loss.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Guilaine Guillaume

Guilaine Guillaume

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I'm here to create a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard and understood without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Leslie Serena

Leslie Serena

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach integrates traditional psychotherapy with mind-body medicine techniques, helping clients reconnect with themselves in a deeper, more holistic way.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julia Galleguez Morano

Julia Galleguez Morano

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I have the most experience working with teen and adult clients who live with anxiety, OCD, life challenges, and self-esteem concerns.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Christine Edwards

Dr. Christine Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My counseling style is genuine and humanistic. I believe in treating anyone with respect, compassion, and without judgement.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Moreno

Melissa Moreno

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“With over 20 years of training and experience in DBT, I guide clients in developing skills they can carry into daily life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Markesha Woods

Markesha Woods

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe people change when they feel genuinely understood and have tools they can actually use — so I aim to be both a steady, nonjudgmental presence and a practical partner in the work.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Pamela Summers

Pamela Summers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Naples, FL


“I find that Cognitive Emotional Behavioral Therapy to be most effective in understanding why and how we function and interact on a daily basis.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Gregory Finer

Gregory Finer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Naples, FL


“I love to see clients recover the better part of themselves as they begin to understand perception is subjective, and contentment happens when we allow interpretations of ourselves to be realistic, practical, forgiving, reasonable and sensible- to...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Tania Garcia

Tania Garcia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Punta Gorda, FL


“I will walk this part of the journey with you, and help you explore evidence-based holistic approaches to achieve optimal mental health and wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Brian Granneman

Brian Granneman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Naples, FL


“I am also in long-term addiction recovery. That background shapes the way I work: practical, direct, trauma-informed, and grounded in real-life change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kerri Morano

Kerri Morano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Port Charlotte, FL


“I am a warm, wellness-based therapist specializing in addictive behaviors, trauma resolution, and body positivity.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stefanie Kalski

Stefanie Kalski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • North Port, FL


“Clients can expect to gain tools and insights to manage challenges, improve communication, and strengthen relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Mariana Cordova

Dr. Mariana Cordova

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe therapy is grounded in a genuine relationship, followed by use of evidence-based strategies to get you where you want to go.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Summer Sievert

Summer Sievert

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Crestview, FL


“My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and overcome barriers that prevent you from reaching your fullest potential...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alison George

Alison George

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“As someone who personally understands ADHD, I bring both clinical expertise and lived insight to this work.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Bryan Batien

Dr. Bryan Batien

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


“I'm one of only four psychologists in all of Central Florida who is board certified in Behavioral and Cognitive Therapy through the American Board of Professional Psychologists (ABPP).”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Rayssa Buldain

Rayssa Buldain

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to embark in this healing journey with you to empower and support you in this process. To nourish, heal & love all versions of yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Laurissa Hampton

Laurissa Hampton

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe we are all human—doing our best to live meaningful lives in a beautiful yet challenging world.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kerrie Budagher

Kerrie Budagher

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“In most instances clients are surprised that even with the presence of most difficult emotions and circumstances there is calmness, compassion and even some laughter.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Haley Shepherd

Haley Shepherd

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Therapy is self-care. I want my client's therapeutic experience to be the best one possible as I know they are using the small amount of time they have to work on themselves. I am the therapist I would want for myself. I am collaborative, knowledgeable, I help simplify the complicated, put words to experiences, feelings, and thoughts, and guide clients in what to do with their findings. I am the therapist you do "the work" with.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sally Dorpfeld

Sally Dorpfeld

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I value the relationship with my clients, believing that such a relationship is the beacon in the healing process.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Natalie Mena

Natalie Mena

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“As a Latina woman, a lifelong learner, and a healer, my mission is to help people uncover their struggles, heal from generational trauma, and step into the best version of themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Susan Dixon

Susan Dixon

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Open-ended, supportive communication. I'm more of a listener than a talker, but I like to brainstorm the issues and their solutions with you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Taylor Presha

Taylor Presha

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Orlando, FL


“My goal is to create a supportive environment where clients feel seen, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
LeAnne Wawrzaszek Schumann

LeAnne Wawrzaszek Schumann

Therapist

Virtual • Winter Springs, FL


“I believe counseling is both an art and a science and I am committed to blending the healing power of expressiveness, creativity, and self-compassion with thoughtful, evidence-based therapeutic interventions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 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 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal Westman

Crystal Westman

Therapist

Virtual • Ocala, FL


“Skills and tools will be provided to help calm your feelings and thoughts to help you successfully be able to manage your feelings in your career, connecting with others and also within your daily life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Marisa Chovan

Marisa Chovan

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I take a directive approach in counseling, guiding my clients through the process to make it easier for them.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Brian Bender

Dr. Brian Bender

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Florida


“Known for my down-to-earth demeanor and relatability, I provide a supportive and accessible space for my clients...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Maylin Gonzalez

Maylin Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Miami, FL


“I offer a calm, supportive space where you can slow down, make sense of what you're feeling, and reconnect with yourself—without judgment or pressure to "have it all figured out."”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Priscille Duvalsaint

Priscille Duvalsaint

Therapist

Virtual • Miami, FL


“I work with my clients in overcoming crisis, stress, time management and organization, adjustment issues, relationships, post-partum depression and anxiety...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Neetu Persad-Tapia

Neetu Persad-Tapia

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe that you are the expert in your own life, and I see my role as a guide to help you tap into your inherent strengths and resources.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nicole Edwards

Nicole Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My team and I work from the foundation that you are the expert, and people who work with us say they appreciate our non-judgmental, warm, yet direct approach.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brandi Ferguson

Brandi Ferguson

Therapist

Virtual • Largo, FL


“I have been working in Mental Health for over 2 decades and provide a very relaxing and comfortable safe place to help you work with any challenges you are facing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Irasema Marrero

Irasema Marrero

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


Seeking mental health care can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) providing compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma-related concerns, mood disorders, and other emotional or behavioral challenges.

As a bilingual English-Spanish provider, I am passionate about improving access to high-quality mental health care for diverse communities and creating a safe space where clients feel comfortable expressing themselves in the language they know best. My goal is to build trust, empower healing, and support you every step of your journey toward better mental health.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lynne Pearl

Lynne Pearl

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am committed to helping clients find their own solutions and promoting personal growth and self-empowerment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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