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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Longwood, FL

Finding a therapist who truly understands LGBTQIA+ identity and experiences matters. Headway's warm, open-minded providers in Longwood are ready to support your mental health journey with evidence-based care and genuine affirmation.

Christa Moody

Christa Moody

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal as a therapist is to provide a sacred space and time for your brain and nervous system to feel both safe and soothed during our time together...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ronaldys Paez

Ronaldys Paez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I believe mental health care goes beyond managing symptoms; it's about understanding your unique experiences, validating your feelings, and providing compassionate support every step of the way.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deandra Hennemann

Deandra Hennemann

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Hi, I’m Deandra, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and EMDR-trained therapist with over 13 years of helping people navigate anxiety, trauma, and life’s tough transitions. My approach blends evidence-based techniques (like EMDR and CBT) with genuine compassion—because therapy shouldn’t feel cold or clinical.

After earning my Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University, I worked in various settings including: private practice, domestic violence centers, hospitals, elementary to high school education, on-call crisis, detention and rehabilitation centers, specializing in women's and men's health, survivors of trauma, LGBTQ+ folks, or high-achievers battling burnout. I became EMDR-trained in response to the Pulse Night Club Tragedy in Orlando.

When I’m not working with clients, you’ll find me enjoying life by: spending time with family and friends, being outdoors, traveling, or exercising.

I believe healing thrives when you feel safe, understood, and occasionally challenged. If you’re ready for therapy that’s both professional and deeply human, let’s talk.

Deandra Hennemann M.S., LMHC-QS, EMDR-trained

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Hale Woods

Hale Woods

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My ultimate goal for all client outcomes is to provide the right skills, support, and psychoeducation needed for you to become your own therapist.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darlene Amin

Darlene Amin

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I help my clients explore and heal core beliefs that are preventing them from living their lives to the fullest potential.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jose Diaz

Jose Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Clients over time have taught me that they want to understand themselves better, they want to understand how their challenges came to be...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Evelyn Stewart

Evelyn Stewart

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“YOU are the expert of your life. I believe healing happens when we honor your lived experience and reconnect with your inner wisdom.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joceline Baptiste

Joceline Baptiste

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I believe the best care starts with a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, respect, and open communication.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer LaCasse

Jennifer LaCasse

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Live Oak, FL


“I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs providing you individualized care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Evan Tokarz

Evan Tokarz

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Down-to-earth, debatably funny, genuinely in your corner -- I specialize in ADHD (ADHD-CCSP certified) and anxiety (ACT-trained).”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ashley Weiland

Ashley Weiland

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I offer a client-centered, collaborative approach to therapy, creating a supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and respected.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jennifer Torres

Jennifer Torres

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am very direct yet warm and gentle in my approach. I like to offer practical tools and solutions for you to take home with you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Brandon Cassels

Dr. Brandon Cassels

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach integrates insight-oriented work, humanistic values, and relational understanding to help you move beyond surface-level coping and into genuine self-awareness, emotional strength, and long-term growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Natasha Hass

Natasha Hass

Therapist

Virtual • Miami, FL


Work with adults, adolescents and children with anxiety and depression. Help in transitional phases of life (work, divorce, sexuality and gender, school etc)

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Natalie Byram

Natalie Byram

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I am the wife of a veteran, and mother of three. I have been working with children, families and couples for over 20 years. I believe in empowering others and helping them find their own peace. I will work with you, meeting you where you are at, allowing you to work at your own pace. I have always had a calling to help and to heal using humor with a shared understanding of this thing, we call life, and the trials that come with it. I'm here to assist clients to understand that there is another side; and on that side there is hope. I graduated from USC, have been trained in several ways to do heal emotional wounds. Together we can work on anything from simple life issues, ADHD, all things to include extreme trauma(s) such as such as domestic violence. Behavioral issues between parent and child are also a specialty. One of the biggest rewards is watching clients achieve the goals that they set for themselves, and finally realizing that they were able to do what they never thought was possible.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rosa Garcia Amaya

Rosa Garcia Amaya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Sweetwater, FL


“My bicultural background strengthens my ability to connect with diverse populations, and my fluency in English and Spanish allows me to communicate effectively and build meaningful, trusting relationships with a broad range of patients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eboni Arnold

Eboni Arnold

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“In our sessions, I take a compassionate, collaborative approach so you feel safe, respected, and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nicole Perkins

Nicole Perkins

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to help you gain practical tools and insights to handle life's challenges with more confidence and ease.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Carilyn Rego

Carilyn Rego

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Hi my name is Carilyn Rego, but I go by Carrie. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of Maryland and Florida who has been working in the mental health field for 19 years. I specialize in working with clients 18+ and those who identify as Neurodiverse and LGBTQIA+. I have my MSW from Monmouth University and have worked in a variety of different settings and in different states.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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
Cecilia Bichara, Lcsw

Cecilia Bichara, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Whether you are feeling down, depleted, or in pain; if you’re wondering whether you are good enough, or having difficulties finding the motivation to start your day, psychotherapy is an effective way of rediscovering yourself. It allows you to get to the root of your symptoms and find the answers you are looking for in order to create a more fulfilling sense of self. As individuals, we all experience depression, anxiety, trauma in our lives, often more than once. You do not have to go through these issues alone.


Whether you are experiencing difficulties as an individual, with friends, family members, or your partner, Cecilia Bichara, LCSW uses a combination of psychodynamic practices that are individually tailored to meet your needs. She provides individual, couple, and family therapy in a safe nonjudgmental space and can help you in this very personal journey.


Todos pasamos por momentos difíciles de depresión, ansiedad, trauma y más de una vez, los cuales causan angustias, baja autoestima, y afecta nuestra percepción del mundo, de los demás, y de nosotros mismos. Con mi experiencia en terapia individual,de pareja y familiar en un ambiente de aceptación y confidencialidad, puedo ayudarlo/a en este proceso personal.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Reeves

Lauren Reeves

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Jay, FL


Navigating a difficult relationship, struggling with a life transition, or just unsure how to proceed in making your life what you want it to be? I provide a supportive and totally non-judgmental environment for you to explore your options and figure out concrete ways to move forward.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Amanda Simms

Dr. Amanda Simms

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I’m Amanda, and I became a therapist because I believe everyone deserves a place where they can show up exactly as they are. I bring warmth, authenticity, and even a bit of humor into the room when it feels right. I want you to feel genuinely seen—not judged—and supported in whatever you’re working through.

I’ve been in the counseling field for over 15 years and hold a PhD in Counselor Education from the University of Tennessee. My experience ranges from private practice and telehealth to correctional mental health, hospitals, and leadership roles in community programs. A. Simms Resume copy

I work with adults experiencing mood challenges, anxiety, identity concerns, life transitions, and LGBTQIA+ experiences, as well as individuals who are justice-involved or adjusting to major life changes. My approach integrates CBT, ACT, and Reality Therapy, giving us room to explore both deeper patterns and practical skills.

Clients describe me as encouraging, steady, and real—someone who helps them feel grounded and capable while taking meaningful steps toward a more balanced and authentic life.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Renee Clauselle

Dr. Renee Clauselle

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


Hi! I'm Dr. Renee Clauselle. I'm a down to earth psychologist that has been in practice for over 20 years. I am passionate about my client's personal growth. My specialties include, but are not limited to treatment of anxiety, depression, life transitions, attachment styles, self worth, parenting, and more. I'm a former professor at St. John's University and a media psychologist for GMA. Check out some of my appearances on Youtube @dr.reneeclauselle1571.

I specialize in working with clients who feel stuck in patterns they can recognize but struggle to change, such as overthinking, repeating unhealthy relationship dynamics, difficulty regulating emotions, or feeling overwhelmed despite “knowing better.” Many have done therapy before and have insight, but want support translating that awareness into real, lasting shifts. My approach integrates psychotherapy with somatic work to help regulate and rewire the nervous system so change is not just understood but experienced. For clients who feel blocked or unable to move forward, I also offer emerging neurofeedback to support deeper brain based change and neuroplasticity. I work with diverse populations and tailor treatment to meet each client where they are while guiding them toward meaningful, sustainable growth.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michele Tingley

Michele Tingley

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Michele's mission is to provide a safe environment where clients can address issues, overcome obstacles, heal, and develop skills that allow them to reach their personal goals and highest potential.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 8 insurance carriers
Lisett Gutierrez

Lisett Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I help adults who struggle to trust themselves after experiencing frustration, criticism, or emotional neglect.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Lucas Hall

Dr. Lucas Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is warm, open, and client-centered. I aim to create a safe space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to work toward personal growth and meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Humorous, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Valerie Polidor

Valerie Polidor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is modern, open minded, holistic, compassionate, collaborative, and personalized, ensuring that every client feels heard, respected, and supported throughout their treatment journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sara Shelby

Sara Shelby

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I aim to create a calm, nonjudgmental space where clients feel emotionally safe to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Estefani Aguiluz

Estefani Aguiluz

Therapist

Virtual • Miami, FL


“I'm warm, honest, and engaged. I'll sit with you in the hard moments, but I'll also challenge you when needed.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Gabriela Naccarato

Gabriela Naccarato

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I take a cognitive-behavioral approach to therapy and have been providing assessment and treatment since 2012.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Shenelle Sendar Williams

Shenelle Sendar Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I want to build a therapeutic relationship that is genuine and open and create a safe space for those who may feel unheard, dismissed, or invalidated.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alex Honigman

Alex Honigman

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I want clients I work with to feel empowered, grounded and have a greater understanding of themselves and the healthy pathways that lead to a meaningful life aligned to their value set.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rachel Elzey

Rachel Elzey

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I specialize in supporting LGBTQ+ and TGNB-identified individuals, as well as those navigating the challenges of pregnancy and the postpartum period.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Workman

Sarah Workman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sarasota, FL


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over a decade of experience helping individuals navigate stress, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, and self-discovery.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 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
David Conway

David Conway

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Living with CPTSD, I intimately understand depression; anxiety; and all of the other fun symptoms that go along with it which can be very crippling at times.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Mark Colterjohn

Mark Colterjohn

Therapist

Virtual • Maitland, FL


“I have 25-years experience as a psychotherapist and am committed to providing you the highest level of care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Carolina Baldner

Carolina Baldner

Therapist

Virtual • Weston, FL


“I believe I have a warm disposition and an empathetic approach to therapy, which ultimately allows my clients to feel at ease as they actively work towards personal growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

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