LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Viera, FL
Tiffany Cutrone - Rising Tide Counseling
Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LPC, LCAS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Viera, FL 32940 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
As a queer-identifying therapist, serving the LGBTQIA+ community for over 20 years, I believe in taking a strength-based approach.
Do you feel alone navigating challenging times? Let’s take some time to take care of you! As your therapist, I aim to support you in finding meaning, creating comfort, and uncovering resources to help you be your best self. The stress of everyday things, such as work, family, finances, health, loss, etc., can be overwhelming if you try to navigate them alone. Counseling allows you to process your feelings in a safe and supported environment. This often leads to better relationships, solutions to specific problems, and relief from feelings of distress.
As a queer-identifying therapist, serving the LGBTQIA+ community for over 20 years, I believe in taking a strength-based approach.
Do you feel alone navigating challenging times? Let’s take some time to take care of you! As your therapist, I aim to support you in finding meaning, creating comfort, and uncovering resources to help you be your best self. The stress of everyday things, such as work, family, finances, health, loss, etc., can be overwhelming if you try to navigate them alone. Counseling allows you to process your feelings in a safe and supported environment. This often leads to better relationships, solutions to specific problems, and relief from feelings of distress.
Haruna Nail
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA
Verified Verified
Viera, FL 32940
Waitlist for new clients
Are you ready for someone to help you navigate the emotions you are carrying? Do you need a space to breathe? Are you seeking balance? I'm here for you. My areas of expertise include the treatment of trauma, neurodiversity, grief, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+, spirituality, alternative therapies, and concerns and challenges concerning life transitions and changes. I also have experience working with individuals who have or were currently struggling with addictions and substances. I am passionate about providing an environment that allows my clients to feel included, safe, heard, and truly valued.
Are you ready for someone to help you navigate the emotions you are carrying? Do you need a space to breathe? Are you seeking balance? I'm here for you. My areas of expertise include the treatment of trauma, neurodiversity, grief, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+, spirituality, alternative therapies, and concerns and challenges concerning life transitions and changes. I also have experience working with individuals who have or were currently struggling with addictions and substances. I am passionate about providing an environment that allows my clients to feel included, safe, heard, and truly valued.
Bianca Carver
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Viera, FL 32940 (Online Only)
Bianca specializes in the areas of anxiety, depression, ADHD, sexuality, trauma, Racial and Cultural identity and has a special interest in the LGBTQIA+ community.
Bianca specializes in the areas of anxiety, depression, ADHD, sexuality, trauma, Racial and Cultural identity and has a special interest in the LGBTQIA+ community.
There are many other life issues I treat including Codependency, Adjustment Disorders, Anxiety Disorders/Phobias, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBT issues, Self- Esteem, Women's Issues and many other life issues.
My therapy style is open, compassionate, humorous when appropriate and educational while offering unbiased support. It is often times hard to find a therapist that you can connect with and feel that you can trust. I understand how difficult it can be sometimes to go to a stranger for help for things you may have never told anyone. My goal is to make my clients feel as comfortable as possible from day one with the therapeutic process in a professional environment. Whether you just need an unbiased ear or things have become unmanageable, counseling can create the life you want.
There are many other life issues I treat including Codependency, Adjustment Disorders, Anxiety Disorders/Phobias, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBT issues, Self- Esteem, Women's Issues and many other life issues.
My therapy style is open, compassionate, humorous when appropriate and educational while offering unbiased support. It is often times hard to find a therapist that you can connect with and feel that you can trust. I understand how difficult it can be sometimes to go to a stranger for help for things you may have never told anyone. My goal is to make my clients feel as comfortable as possible from day one with the therapeutic process in a professional environment. Whether you just need an unbiased ear or things have become unmanageable, counseling can create the life you want.
trauma, and LGBTQIA+ issues.
Emotional pain, no one can see it on the outside, but it creates havoc on the inside. It can be the worst type of pain imagined, and the stress of it can create sickness, loss of work, and distance in relationships. I have the tools and knowledge to help you get relief from feeling stuck, and live a happier, more joyful life.
trauma, and LGBTQIA+ issues.
Emotional pain, no one can see it on the outside, but it creates havoc on the inside. It can be the worst type of pain imagined, and the stress of it can create sickness, loss of work, and distance in relationships. I have the tools and knowledge to help you get relief from feeling stuck, and live a happier, more joyful life.
Good for you, seeking help, support, and guidance in your journey-this is what I provide. I am a licensed mental health counselor who has worked with individuals from 3 to 93 and I have 17 years of experience providing therapy and counseling. I have a MS in Psychology from the Florida Institute of Technology. I specialize in Depression, ADHD, life adjustment issues, anxiety, anger issues, mood disorders. I also provide affirming support to LGBTQ+ people. I look forward to working with you on your journey.
Good for you, seeking help, support, and guidance in your journey-this is what I provide. I am a licensed mental health counselor who has worked with individuals from 3 to 93 and I have 17 years of experience providing therapy and counseling. I have a MS in Psychology from the Florida Institute of Technology. I specialize in Depression, ADHD, life adjustment issues, anxiety, anger issues, mood disorders. I also provide affirming support to LGBTQ+ people. I look forward to working with you on your journey.
Seeking professional help for your concerns can be an extremely difficult decision. I am dedicated to helping my clients find new ways to lead more balanced, healthy lives. My clients have stated the following regarding our time together; "Nancy helped me start believing that it's ok for me to be me. That I don't have to be perfect and she provided many resources that greatly helped me understand things I never had before." -Elizabeth."You have given me so much strength to believe in myself, to stand tall and to not be worn down". - S.D.
Seeking professional help for your concerns can be an extremely difficult decision. I am dedicated to helping my clients find new ways to lead more balanced, healthy lives. My clients have stated the following regarding our time together; "Nancy helped me start believing that it's ok for me to be me. That I don't have to be perfect and she provided many resources that greatly helped me understand things I never had before." -Elizabeth."You have given me so much strength to believe in myself, to stand tall and to not be worn down". - S.D.
Jackie Flynn
Counselor, MPA, EdS, LMHC-QS, RPT-S, EMDR
Verified Verified
21 Endorsed
Viera, FL 32940
Not accepting new clients
Feeling stuck? Are you in the grips of anxiety, trapped in the depths of depression, or oscillating between both? Trouble with making decisions, relationships, focusing, functioning in daily life, giving or receiving love, or engaging in activities that were once part of your everyday routine? Are you self-medicating through substances or behaviors that are leading you down a harmful path? The truth is, when we experience trauma, especially if it occurs early in life, our nervous system can become stuck in survival states—whether it's heightened in hyperarousal or diminished in hypoarousal. I would love to help you finally heal.
Feeling stuck? Are you in the grips of anxiety, trapped in the depths of depression, or oscillating between both? Trouble with making decisions, relationships, focusing, functioning in daily life, giving or receiving love, or engaging in activities that were once part of your everyday routine? Are you self-medicating through substances or behaviors that are leading you down a harmful path? The truth is, when we experience trauma, especially if it occurs early in life, our nervous system can become stuck in survival states—whether it's heightened in hyperarousal or diminished in hypoarousal. I would love to help you finally heal.
When anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, or other struggles take over your life, asking for help can be intimidating and scary. You are taking the first step now, probably after receiving a lot of advice and feeling uncertain. I am here to help you using evidenced based interventions that will give you the tools and resources that are the most authentic to your life. After all, you are the expert on you. As a strength and solutions based therapist, my approach is to listen without judging, and to meet you where you are. You do not have to suffer alone.
When anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, or other struggles take over your life, asking for help can be intimidating and scary. You are taking the first step now, probably after receiving a lot of advice and feeling uncertain. I am here to help you using evidenced based interventions that will give you the tools and resources that are the most authentic to your life. After all, you are the expert on you. As a strength and solutions based therapist, my approach is to listen without judging, and to meet you where you are. You do not have to suffer alone.
Dr. Sarah Arnett is an Adjunct Professor and past Fellow in Family Psychology in the School of Psychology at the Florida Institute of Technology. She has taught classes in marital and sex therapy, consultation, hypnosis and EMDR. In addition, Dr. Arnett served as Vice President for the Florida Society of Clinical Hypnosis (FSCH). She has served on the teaching faculty for FSCH at its annual workshops. In addition Dr. Arnett served as host and writer for the psychology science minute on WFIT radio.
Dr. Sarah Arnett is an Adjunct Professor and past Fellow in Family Psychology in the School of Psychology at the Florida Institute of Technology. She has taught classes in marital and sex therapy, consultation, hypnosis and EMDR. In addition, Dr. Arnett served as Vice President for the Florida Society of Clinical Hypnosis (FSCH). She has served on the teaching faculty for FSCH at its annual workshops. In addition Dr. Arnett served as host and writer for the psychology science minute on WFIT radio.
Dr. Gloria King
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Viera, FL 32940
Do you have difficulty saying "no", people pleasing, and wish you weren't so nice? I specialize in helping you stop those patterns and claim your authentic self. If you are struggling with overcoming the pain and trauma of infidelity and affair recovery I can help you navigate getting through this and finding your way back to one another. I also specialize in separation and divorce adjustment, life transitions that come your way, and women's issues such as mom guilt and loosing your identity in your marriage and children. And I offer faith based counseling if that is something that you feel would be helpful.
Do you have difficulty saying "no", people pleasing, and wish you weren't so nice? I specialize in helping you stop those patterns and claim your authentic self. If you are struggling with overcoming the pain and trauma of infidelity and affair recovery I can help you navigate getting through this and finding your way back to one another. I also specialize in separation and divorce adjustment, life transitions that come your way, and women's issues such as mom guilt and loosing your identity in your marriage and children. And I offer faith based counseling if that is something that you feel would be helpful.
Life presents many challenges and sometimes those challenges require that we have assistance along the way. I partner with my clients on their journey toward wellness; in mind, body, and spirit. I provide compassionate care in the treatment of depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, grief, and stress-related problems. My practice welcomes first responders; people of all backgrounds; and those seeking a professional environment in which they can work toward healing and wellness. Please feel free to contact me for a phone consultation to determine if I may be the best fit for you and your psychotherapy needs. Evening/Sat appts available.
Life presents many challenges and sometimes those challenges require that we have assistance along the way. I partner with my clients on their journey toward wellness; in mind, body, and spirit. I provide compassionate care in the treatment of depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, grief, and stress-related problems. My practice welcomes first responders; people of all backgrounds; and those seeking a professional environment in which they can work toward healing and wellness. Please feel free to contact me for a phone consultation to determine if I may be the best fit for you and your psychotherapy needs. Evening/Sat appts available.
Are you a career woman juggling multiple responsibilities? Have you experienced confusing moods possibly triggered by stress or hormones? Feeling overwhelmed, fatigued, or unbalanced? Professional women are often looked to for leadership and guidance, but struggle to find their own support when needed. At Pamper Your Mind we believe in providing a confidential and elite therapeutic experience to women seeking healing, clarity, and balanced lifestyle for optimal health.
Are you a career woman juggling multiple responsibilities? Have you experienced confusing moods possibly triggered by stress or hormones? Feeling overwhelmed, fatigued, or unbalanced? Professional women are often looked to for leadership and guidance, but struggle to find their own support when needed. At Pamper Your Mind we believe in providing a confidential and elite therapeutic experience to women seeking healing, clarity, and balanced lifestyle for optimal health.
Positive Behavioral Solutions, LLC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Viera, FL 32940
We are a behavioral health agency that provides quality mental health counseling, social services and psychosocial rehabilitation services. Our approach to counseling is solution focused, client centered, supportive and insight oriented and is for those seeking to make a positive change in their life. Our psychosocial rehabilitation services can help you restore social skills, life skills, and vocational skills. These services can be provided in office and the comforts of your home dependent upon your insurance coverage. We are here to assist you with achieving positive outcomes in all aspects of your life.
We are a behavioral health agency that provides quality mental health counseling, social services and psychosocial rehabilitation services. Our approach to counseling is solution focused, client centered, supportive and insight oriented and is for those seeking to make a positive change in their life. Our psychosocial rehabilitation services can help you restore social skills, life skills, and vocational skills. These services can be provided in office and the comforts of your home dependent upon your insurance coverage. We are here to assist you with achieving positive outcomes in all aspects of your life.
I believe that healing occurs when one fully connects to heart. As human beings, we require safety and connection based firmly on trust, compassion, and integrity. Through connection, you can experience the benefit of allowing your heart to have a voice and gain insight into your needs as you move forward on your individual journey. Every individual has a unique story that deserves to be heard and I am dedicated to transforming the experiences of each of my client's by focusing on their values, processing interpersonal trauma, and developing a conceptual picture of what it would mean to embody well-being.
I believe that healing occurs when one fully connects to heart. As human beings, we require safety and connection based firmly on trust, compassion, and integrity. Through connection, you can experience the benefit of allowing your heart to have a voice and gain insight into your needs as you move forward on your individual journey. Every individual has a unique story that deserves to be heard and I am dedicated to transforming the experiences of each of my client's by focusing on their values, processing interpersonal trauma, and developing a conceptual picture of what it would mean to embody well-being.
I am a talented passionate and personable licensed clinical psychologist with a strong desire to help my clients live a meaningful value-filled life despite whatever struggles they may be facing! My ideal client is ANYONE who is feeling stuck, or like their heads are barely above water, because your anxiety keeps you feeling trapped, or you are tired of feeling like you are "not good enough", etc. If you are ready to start a journey that could potentially change your life, free up the obstacles, & have you bravely living YOUR life according to what means the most to you, let's do it! What have you got to lose?
I am a talented passionate and personable licensed clinical psychologist with a strong desire to help my clients live a meaningful value-filled life despite whatever struggles they may be facing! My ideal client is ANYONE who is feeling stuck, or like their heads are barely above water, because your anxiety keeps you feeling trapped, or you are tired of feeling like you are "not good enough", etc. If you are ready to start a journey that could potentially change your life, free up the obstacles, & have you bravely living YOUR life according to what means the most to you, let's do it! What have you got to lose?
Jacqueline Marinaro
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, RMHCI, CHT
Verified Verified
Viera, FL 32940
You find yourself looking through these profiles waiting for someone to jump out and grab your attention. Maybe you’re not sure what you’re looking for exactly: someone to talk to, someone to confide in, someone to help with the emotional pain you’re in, someone to just sit and listen to be in the moment with you. The one thing you do know is that you want to feel different than what you feel right now. You want to know that there is hope to get through the tough times. You want to know that you can be the person you once were or a new version of yourself that you have in mind.
You find yourself looking through these profiles waiting for someone to jump out and grab your attention. Maybe you’re not sure what you’re looking for exactly: someone to talk to, someone to confide in, someone to help with the emotional pain you’re in, someone to just sit and listen to be in the moment with you. The one thing you do know is that you want to feel different than what you feel right now. You want to know that there is hope to get through the tough times. You want to know that you can be the person you once were or a new version of yourself that you have in mind.
Joseph Paul Walden
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Viera, FL 32955
Waitlist for new clients
While Dr. Walden has been trained to treat a variety of concerns, he has developed a niche working with the military and veteran population. The individuals Dr. Walden works with have experienced the worst parts of life and want to find peace.
While Dr. Walden has been trained to treat a variety of concerns, he has developed a niche working with the military and veteran population. The individuals Dr. Walden works with have experienced the worst parts of life and want to find peace.
We live in a world which is more confusing than ever, where struggle is the norm rather than the exception. Many people feel lost and are struggling to find their own way in a world which feels so out of control. I believe that everyone has within them infinite potential for joy but that sometimes things get in the way of living out that joy. I am passionate about working with people who are ready to move past these obstacles and pursue a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
We live in a world which is more confusing than ever, where struggle is the norm rather than the exception. Many people feel lost and are struggling to find their own way in a world which feels so out of control. I believe that everyone has within them infinite potential for joy but that sometimes things get in the way of living out that joy. I am passionate about working with people who are ready to move past these obstacles and pursue a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Sol Counseling LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Viera, FL 32940
Are you struggling to manage anxiety and stress? Are you feeling sad, and maybe frustrated with how you feel versus how you think you should be feeling? Is tension and distress with your partner(s) frequent, or do you feel like you need help to find common ground? When so much feels uncertain, I will be there to help and to listen, and to work with you to achieve what you need out of therapy. I provide an empathetic and secure therapy space for you to create compassion and security in relationships – even when that relationship is with yourself. I see life as a learning process, and believe that everyone can benefit from therapy.
Are you struggling to manage anxiety and stress? Are you feeling sad, and maybe frustrated with how you feel versus how you think you should be feeling? Is tension and distress with your partner(s) frequent, or do you feel like you need help to find common ground? When so much feels uncertain, I will be there to help and to listen, and to work with you to achieve what you need out of therapy. I provide an empathetic and secure therapy space for you to create compassion and security in relationships – even when that relationship is with yourself. I see life as a learning process, and believe that everyone can benefit from therapy.
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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.