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LGBT therapists in Saint Petersburg, FL

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Saint Petersburg, FL

Saint Petersburg's vibrant LGBTQIA+ community deserves mental health support from open-minded providers. Headway offers flexible sessions with providers experienced in gender identity and sexual orientation concerns, helping you navigate your authentic path.

Joellyn Norrie

Joellyn Norrie

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Therapy is aimed at increasing self-awareness, learning coping mechanisms, developing stronger communication skills, managing difficult emotions and situations more effectively, and ultimately empowering clients to experience positive change and...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Tammy Jamison

Tammy Jamison

Therapist

Virtual • Tampa, FL


“I use a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and EMDR to help you better understand yourself, build healthy coping skills, work through challenges, and make positive changes at your own pace.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Leandra Desinord

Leandra Desinord

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I believe therapy should be a space where you feel seen without having to over-explain yourself. My role is to help you reconnect with your strengths, deepen your relationships, and move through life with greater self-trust and ease.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sara King Kranz

Sara King Kranz

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am passionate about helping people move beyond survival mode into growth, clarity, confidence, and meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Azat Jones

Azat Jones

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Vero Beach, FL


“I believe that the answers to a person's struggles lie within themselves, and I strive to create a safe environment where they can begin to heal from the underlying core issues that lead to destructive behaviors.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kristin Khoury

Kristin Khoury

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is client-centered and collaborative, fostering a supportive therapeutic environment where clients can build resilience, strengthen relationships, and work toward meaningful personal growth and lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Heather Gonyea-Evans

Heather Gonyea-Evans

Therapist

Virtual • Wesley Chapel, FL


“I integrate mindfulness, meditation, and somatic movement to support healing, resilience, and balance in both mind and body.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Antonica Dumont

Antonica Dumont

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Plantation, FL


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, empowered, and actively involved in their treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Delinda Swanston

Delinda Swanston

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Delinda has a strong inclination toward Resiliency Psychology & resiliency skills development when addressing adversity, trauma, and the effects of tragedy in one's life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Zachary Hagar

Zachary Hagar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I take a holistic approach to mental health, recognizing the connection between emotional well-being, physical health, lifestyle, relationships, and identity.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lakesha Lingard

Lakesha Lingard

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michele Levy

Michele Levy

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I deeply understand each developmental stage and look forward to walking next to you to become "your best self."”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Saintanise Saintilus

Saintanise Saintilus

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“I enjoy helping clients manage anxiety, depression, and everyday stress in a calm, supportive environment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Noor Alexander

Noor Alexander

Therapist

Virtual • St. Petersburg, FL


“I pull clients out of perceived brokenness, emotional stuckness, and trauma to remember who they are again...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alycia Shaheed

Alycia Shaheed

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is strengths-based, experiential, collaborative, and tailored to the way you feel most comfortable expressing yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amy Schneider

Amy Schneider

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe it's important to understand what's happening before setting any intentions for action, so the first few times we talk, I really just want to listen, and let you speak freely about what's going on.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Myriam Bernardo

Myriam Bernardo

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My therapeutic approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and trauma-informed, focusing on building a consistent, supportive space for clients to explore challenges and develop practical coping skills.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
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
Shannan Victorino

Shannan Victorino

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Fort Lauderdale, FL


“I believe healing happens through a compassionate therapeutic relationship, thoughtful medication management when appropriate, and empowering you to reconnect with your authentic self.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Poehlman

Danielle Poehlman

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I have a casual, laid back approach to therapy. I like to identify and provide coping skills for current issues, while also "digging" in to past experiences to find the roots of said issues.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kristian Berger

Kristian Berger

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I try to be non-judgmental and caring while bringing humor and lightheartedness to the relationship when appropriate.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Schlichting

Kimberly Schlichting

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe that a strong, trusting relationship between a therapist and a client is key to making positive changes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Meyer

Melissa Meyer

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I strive to create a comfortable, laid-back atmosphere in counseling sessions so that clients feel safe and unjudged...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Damien Alston

Damien Alston

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“What clients can expect is to see in me is someone that is passionate and driven about "understanding."”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Waynettia Kirtsey

Waynettia 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
Tanya Rosen

Tanya Rosen

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe that therapy can be a transformative process that can help us learn to open ourselves to not only deeper parts of our psyches but also assist us in learning how to open ourselves to identifying our true core values and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Keri Zwerner

Keri Zwerner

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“We all have the power and ability to make positive changes in our lives to grow and learn, sometimes we just need help finding our strengths to do so.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Priya Chobe

Priya Chobe

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I have extensive experience working with minority, immigrant, queer, and neurodivergent populations.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Olivia Dehaarte

Olivia Dehaarte

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe that healing begins in a space where you feel heard, respected, and accepted without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Melyssa Lopez

Melyssa Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


My name is Melyssa Rivera-Lopez; a Forensic Licensed Clinician who graduated with high honors from Barry University. I have 20 + years of experience working in the field. Responsibilities include delivering evidence-based treatment options, assessments, diagnosis, recommendations pertaining to mental health status, and serving as an expert witness. Other functions include policy and program development, mediation, advocacy, and behavioral science research.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Erin Callender

Erin Callender

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am person centered and believe that the client should be the guide of the process with support from the therapist.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 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
Leidy Henao

Leidy Henao

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hollywood, FL


Great to Meet you!!! I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, patient centered care in a safe and supportive environment. I work collaboratively with each individual to understand their unique experiences, goals, and challenges.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacob Kaiser

Jacob Kaiser

Therapist

Virtual • Plantation, FL


“I am a real person who lives, survives and tries to be the best version of myself everyday. Just like you!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Franklin

Angela Franklin

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Mental Health Counselor with nine years of experience, who believes in empowering you to honor yourself and your overall health.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Joshua Lenox

Joshua Lenox

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am very person centered with my clients. I believe in meeting my clients where they need me to be, which keeps me from treated everyone the same.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Carmen Piccolo

Carmen Piccolo

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


Hello! I’m Carmen, I’ve been a therapist for over the past ten years. I have a masters degree in Social Work with a concentration in trauma and mental health. I also hold my license in clinical social work.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Sanford Landa

Sanford Landa

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York and Florida with many years of experience providing individual, marriage, family, and emotion-focused couples therapy (EFT)...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Kofman

Jessica Kofman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Palm Springs, FL


“I believe that mental health care should not only focus on symptom management but also work toward long-term healing and resilience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Beda Bjorn

Dr. Beda Bjorn

Therapist

Virtual • Hollywood, FL


“My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, authenticity, and collaboration through a trauma-informed lens.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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