LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Deltona, FL
Christopher Santini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Deltona, FL 32738 (Online Only)
My specialties include: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, bereavement, couples counseling and marital/family conflict, as well as unique training and insight into issues affecting the LGBTQ community.
As a clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience, I have had the privilege of working with culturally, economically and ethnically diverse individuals, families, couples and groups from all walks of life. I have practiced domestically and internationally including, NYC, California and most recently in Dublin, Ireland. (Please note that I am only taking tele-therapy clients and use a HIPPA approved site. I have found using tele-therapy to be very convenient for clients with challenging schedules).
My specialties include: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, bereavement, couples counseling and marital/family conflict, as well as unique training and insight into issues affecting the LGBTQ community.
As a clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience, I have had the privilege of working with culturally, economically and ethnically diverse individuals, families, couples and groups from all walks of life. I have practiced domestically and internationally including, NYC, California and most recently in Dublin, Ireland. (Please note that I am only taking tele-therapy clients and use a HIPPA approved site. I have found using tele-therapy to be very convenient for clients with challenging schedules).
Patricia Peace
Counselor, MS, LMHC, QS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Deltona, FL 32725 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I have experience working with clients from a variety of racial and ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ and different religious/spiritual backgrounds.
My work with clients is collective, as we work together as a team, with a focus on discovering ones' strengths, support, meaning, and healing. I believe it is my duty to aid clients to reach their goals, and to work individually and authentically.
I have experience working with clients from a variety of racial and ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ and different religious/spiritual backgrounds.
My work with clients is collective, as we work together as a team, with a focus on discovering ones' strengths, support, meaning, and healing. I believe it is my duty to aid clients to reach their goals, and to work individually and authentically.
Hello: I was born and raised in Florida, and I am a licensed clinical psychologist. I have provided mental health assessment, treatment, and consultation services as a clinical psychologist for 22 years so far. Before that, I practiced with a Master's degree for 10 years. So, I have enjoyed working with people to help them improve their mental health and overall functioning for more than 30 years. I am 58 years old, and as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community myself, I especially enjoy working with others on the queer spectrum.
Hello: I was born and raised in Florida, and I am a licensed clinical psychologist. I have provided mental health assessment, treatment, and consultation services as a clinical psychologist for 22 years so far. Before that, I practiced with a Master's degree for 10 years. So, I have enjoyed working with people to help them improve their mental health and overall functioning for more than 30 years. I am 58 years old, and as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community myself, I especially enjoy working with others on the queer spectrum.
Rachel Sobiech
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MCAP
Verified Verified
Deltona, FL 32738 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Rachel, a queer, able-bodied, white person, I have the honor and privilege to work with you. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker whom specializes in gender & sexuality, trauma healing utilizing EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing), as well as addiction recovery, working with adolescents and adults. Coming out, transitioning, and discovering who you are may be a difficult process on its own. On top of having fear of or experiencing discrimination, harassment, prejudice, denial of rights, or family rejection. Let an unbiased expert walk with you every step of the way.
Hello! My name is Rachel, a queer, able-bodied, white person, I have the honor and privilege to work with you. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker whom specializes in gender & sexuality, trauma healing utilizing EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing), as well as addiction recovery, working with adolescents and adults. Coming out, transitioning, and discovering who you are may be a difficult process on its own. On top of having fear of or experiencing discrimination, harassment, prejudice, denial of rights, or family rejection. Let an unbiased expert walk with you every step of the way.
I am affirming of neurodivergence and LGBTQ identities.
I work with adults and couples, specializing in treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, caregiver fatigue, people pleasing, and PTSD. I create a supportive, safe, and judgement free environment in therapy. I believe that your experiences and concerns deserve to be honored and heard in a respectful way.
I am affirming of neurodivergence and LGBTQ identities.
I work with adults and couples, specializing in treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, caregiver fatigue, people pleasing, and PTSD. I create a supportive, safe, and judgement free environment in therapy. I believe that your experiences and concerns deserve to be honored and heard in a respectful way.
Lydia Zimmerman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Deltona, FL 32738 (Online Only)
Hello! I am a passionate and seasoned therapist who will help you achieve a sense of balance, inner harmony, and enthusiasm to be and to feel your best and to live the life you deserve. Results driven therapist with over 30 years of professional experience treating a wide range of problems. Depression, anxiety, loss, partner, substance abuse, occupational, trauma, military, and many other issues. Give me a call or drop me a line, we will work on this together.
Hello! I am a passionate and seasoned therapist who will help you achieve a sense of balance, inner harmony, and enthusiasm to be and to feel your best and to live the life you deserve. Results driven therapist with over 30 years of professional experience treating a wide range of problems. Depression, anxiety, loss, partner, substance abuse, occupational, trauma, military, and many other issues. Give me a call or drop me a line, we will work on this together.
Marcia Winter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Deltona, FL 32738 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical social worker. I began my career in the child dependency field and worked with children and families. I currently work in the hospital setting and my current role is the emergency room social worker. I have a variety of experience from newborns to older adults throughout my career. I have work with a wide variety of patient populations. As I progress in my career there is always still more to learn along the way. Many of the patients I see have experienced a traumatic event or recent life change.
I am a licensed clinical social worker. I began my career in the child dependency field and worked with children and families. I currently work in the hospital setting and my current role is the emergency room social worker. I have a variety of experience from newborns to older adults throughout my career. I have work with a wide variety of patient populations. As I progress in my career there is always still more to learn along the way. Many of the patients I see have experienced a traumatic event or recent life change.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I hold a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a dual master's degree in Mental Health Counseling and Marriage and family therapy from Barry University. I graduated in 1999 and obtained my license in 2003. I strive to create a warm, energetic and non-judgmental environment that helps you feel comfortable so we can work together to build a strong therapeutic relationship and succeed in completing your life’s goals.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I hold a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a dual master's degree in Mental Health Counseling and Marriage and family therapy from Barry University. I graduated in 1999 and obtained my license in 2003. I strive to create a warm, energetic and non-judgmental environment that helps you feel comfortable so we can work together to build a strong therapeutic relationship and succeed in completing your life’s goals.
Dr. Bradley McKibben
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Deltona, FL 32725
Dr. McKibben has experience in outpatient and inpatient mental health, cancer center, hospital, church-based, and addiction recovery settings. He is also a professor and researcher with 8 years of experience teaching and supervising counselors-in-training. He specializes in individual and couple therapy, and he is lgbtgeqiap+ allied. He has received advanced training in emotionally focused therapy for couples and is working toward certification in this approach. He is also a certified Prepare/Enrich Facilitator, a widely researched program to help couples understand and strengthen their relationship.
Dr. McKibben has experience in outpatient and inpatient mental health, cancer center, hospital, church-based, and addiction recovery settings. He is also a professor and researcher with 8 years of experience teaching and supervising counselors-in-training. He specializes in individual and couple therapy, and he is lgbtgeqiap+ allied. He has received advanced training in emotionally focused therapy for couples and is working toward certification in this approach. He is also a certified Prepare/Enrich Facilitator, a widely researched program to help couples understand and strengthen their relationship.
Hello! My name is Liz, and I'm not your average therapist. I am multi state licensed as a Mental Health Counselor. I offer virtual counseling to clients in Florida, Indiana, Georgia and Tennessee. With almost a decade of experience in the field, I've developed a niche in the addiction recovery, grief and loss, and Military/Veteran/LEO communities. I use a variety of evidence-based therapies to help you work through anxiety, depression, and other mental health struggles.
Hello! My name is Liz, and I'm not your average therapist. I am multi state licensed as a Mental Health Counselor. I offer virtual counseling to clients in Florida, Indiana, Georgia and Tennessee. With almost a decade of experience in the field, I've developed a niche in the addiction recovery, grief and loss, and Military/Veteran/LEO communities. I use a variety of evidence-based therapies to help you work through anxiety, depression, and other mental health struggles.
Hello there! My name is Melvin, I am a licensed mental health counselor. Are you feeling overwhelmed, or struggling with life, work, or health issues? I do understand that we all have time in our lives where we could benefit from counseling. The hardest part is asking for help with everything going on in your life.
Hello there! My name is Melvin, I am a licensed mental health counselor. Are you feeling overwhelmed, or struggling with life, work, or health issues? I do understand that we all have time in our lives where we could benefit from counseling. The hardest part is asking for help with everything going on in your life.
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Counselor, LMHC, ACHT, CRT
Verified Verified
Deltona, FL 32738 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
As a compassionate, interactive, and experiential therapist, my treatment approach is to provide therapeutic experiences and practical feedback in a safe and supportive setting to help clients resolve current issues and long-standing patterns of thinking, feeling, and doing that interrupt the flow of their lives. With sensitivity and care, I assist clients in reaching for inner wholeness and healing. I place a strong emphasis on the mind-body connection and incorporate aspects of spirituality and transpersonal development into the healing process.
As a compassionate, interactive, and experiential therapist, my treatment approach is to provide therapeutic experiences and practical feedback in a safe and supportive setting to help clients resolve current issues and long-standing patterns of thinking, feeling, and doing that interrupt the flow of their lives. With sensitivity and care, I assist clients in reaching for inner wholeness and healing. I place a strong emphasis on the mind-body connection and incorporate aspects of spirituality and transpersonal development into the healing process.
Michelle R Lopez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CST, QS, OSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Deltona, FL 32725 (Online Only)
I believe deeply in the healing power of human connection—the rapport and relationships we build with one another. My goal is not for you to be in therapy indefinitely, but to support you in feeling whole again during our time together. I want to help you rediscover your capacity to love and trust, to look forward to each new day with hope rather than dread, and to feel aligned with your partner once more. Ultimately, my aim is for you to no longer need my services, but to always know that my door remains open if you ever wish to check in and stay accountable to your goals. My goal is to help you become your own therapist over time.
I believe deeply in the healing power of human connection—the rapport and relationships we build with one another. My goal is not for you to be in therapy indefinitely, but to support you in feeling whole again during our time together. I want to help you rediscover your capacity to love and trust, to look forward to each new day with hope rather than dread, and to feel aligned with your partner once more. Ultimately, my aim is for you to no longer need my services, but to always know that my door remains open if you ever wish to check in and stay accountable to your goals. My goal is to help you become your own therapist over time.
Stephanie Safos-Moriarty is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida with over 20 years combined experience as an educator and counselor. Stephanie is also a Licensed Professional Counselor for the state of Virginia and Professional Counselor for the state of Connecticut. Proudly serving residents of Florida, Connecticut, and Virginia.
Stephanie Safos-Moriarty is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida with over 20 years combined experience as an educator and counselor. Stephanie is also a Licensed Professional Counselor for the state of Virginia and Professional Counselor for the state of Connecticut. Proudly serving residents of Florida, Connecticut, and Virginia.
Do you feel like you need to work out some of your thoughts and feelings? Are you not sure where to start? Hi! I'm Chelsea and I know that feeling all too well. In my therapy practice, I utilize an egalitarian approach while working with people. This means that the therapist and the client are the experts of their own experience. I believe we each bring preconceptions and values into the relationship and these core values can help strengthen trust. I’m, in general, curious about people and who they are; so I LOVE hearing about interests or hobbies or anything that relates to a person’s individuality.
Do you feel like you need to work out some of your thoughts and feelings? Are you not sure where to start? Hi! I'm Chelsea and I know that feeling all too well. In my therapy practice, I utilize an egalitarian approach while working with people. This means that the therapist and the client are the experts of their own experience. I believe we each bring preconceptions and values into the relationship and these core values can help strengthen trust. I’m, in general, curious about people and who they are; so I LOVE hearing about interests or hobbies or anything that relates to a person’s individuality.
Hi. My name is Beth Marsh and I am a licensed mental health counselor living in Florida. I have been practicing since 2000. I have worked in community mental health, large private practices, small private practices, for a professional medicine department with a local university, fancy residential rehab, and as a case manager for a large insurance company. My clients have been diverse and run the gamut in socio-economic status. I enjoy working with most people. My favorite clients are the ones who are ready for a change in their life…no matter how big or small.
Hi. My name is Beth Marsh and I am a licensed mental health counselor living in Florida. I have been practicing since 2000. I have worked in community mental health, large private practices, small private practices, for a professional medicine department with a local university, fancy residential rehab, and as a case manager for a large insurance company. My clients have been diverse and run the gamut in socio-economic status. I enjoy working with most people. My favorite clients are the ones who are ready for a change in their life…no matter how big or small.
Are you coping with an infidelity in your relationship or marriage and cant move forward? Are you stuck in a toxic life pattern that you don't like? Have you simply lost connection emotionally? sexually? or are having trouble adapting as parents? Recognizing that we are in a tough spot and reaching out for the right help is the first step to navigating these delicate situations more effectively. Together, ee will uncover the root to your problems and release you from toxic patterns and help you make the right underlying changes to restructure and change the course of your life, transforming it to one that is more gratifying.
Are you coping with an infidelity in your relationship or marriage and cant move forward? Are you stuck in a toxic life pattern that you don't like? Have you simply lost connection emotionally? sexually? or are having trouble adapting as parents? Recognizing that we are in a tough spot and reaching out for the right help is the first step to navigating these delicate situations more effectively. Together, ee will uncover the root to your problems and release you from toxic patterns and help you make the right underlying changes to restructure and change the course of your life, transforming it to one that is more gratifying.
I am accepting clients on Grow therapy, Headway and Alma. Please review my website for the specific insurance panels and EAP programs for FL, CA and NC residents. Thanks. I provide short term therapy for clients which means up to 16 sessions. If a client needs more therapy, I would refer out. Please google the No Surprises Act.
I am accepting clients on Grow therapy, Headway and Alma. Please review my website for the specific insurance panels and EAP programs for FL, CA and NC residents. Thanks. I provide short term therapy for clients which means up to 16 sessions. If a client needs more therapy, I would refer out. Please google the No Surprises Act.
Are you experiencing challenges that are interfering with your emotional health and wellbeing? Do you feel your past experiences are affecting your ability to reach your full potential? Do you need a safe space to process your thoughts and feelings and engage in self exploration? I am a licensed psychotherapist who believes the most important catalyst for change is the relationship between therapist and client. My goal is to partner with you to reach your desired goals in a therapeutic environment. We will take the necessary steps together to foster positive change while creating individual strategies for self-empowerment.
Are you experiencing challenges that are interfering with your emotional health and wellbeing? Do you feel your past experiences are affecting your ability to reach your full potential? Do you need a safe space to process your thoughts and feelings and engage in self exploration? I am a licensed psychotherapist who believes the most important catalyst for change is the relationship between therapist and client. My goal is to partner with you to reach your desired goals in a therapeutic environment. We will take the necessary steps together to foster positive change while creating individual strategies for self-empowerment.
I am a psychologist licensed in Florida and New York with 9 years of experience working as a school psychologist, trauma-informed postdoctoral resident and a clinical psychologist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, executive functioning deficits, relationship difficulties, school problems, parenting struggles and career challenges. I also helped many people who have experienced trauma and/or abuse.
I am a psychologist licensed in Florida and New York with 9 years of experience working as a school psychologist, trauma-informed postdoctoral resident and a clinical psychologist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, executive functioning deficits, relationship difficulties, school problems, parenting struggles and career challenges. I also helped many people who have experienced trauma and/or abuse.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.