LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Fleming Island, FL
I do not engage in telehealth with new clients...I am well acquainted with the difficulties that we encounter in life and how they can derail us. There are many life transitions that can bring about obstacles and dilemmas. The general day to day complications that we encounter as we mature, age, and walk the journey that is life can sometimes seem overwhelming. There is adjusting to, and leaving, school, family, relationships, jobs, and geographic areas. Trauma, illness, loss, and grief are also transition points that interfere with our functioning. Assistance at these times in our lives can be invaluable.
I do not engage in telehealth with new clients...I am well acquainted with the difficulties that we encounter in life and how they can derail us. There are many life transitions that can bring about obstacles and dilemmas. The general day to day complications that we encounter as we mature, age, and walk the journey that is life can sometimes seem overwhelming. There is adjusting to, and leaving, school, family, relationships, jobs, and geographic areas. Trauma, illness, loss, and grief are also transition points that interfere with our functioning. Assistance at these times in our lives can be invaluable.
Our goals and ambitions in life are forever changing. As values and priorities shift over time, what used to meet our needs, may no longer work for us in the here and now. In order to embrace personal growth, learning to first accept ourselves, just as we are, is key. For many, this can sound like the exact opposite of what change is all about, especially if we feel stuck, unfulfilled, embarrassed, or ashamed. If you feel like something is holding you back from living life as you envision it, therapy can be an empowering next step.
Our goals and ambitions in life are forever changing. As values and priorities shift over time, what used to meet our needs, may no longer work for us in the here and now. In order to embrace personal growth, learning to first accept ourselves, just as we are, is key. For many, this can sound like the exact opposite of what change is all about, especially if we feel stuck, unfulfilled, embarrassed, or ashamed. If you feel like something is holding you back from living life as you envision it, therapy can be an empowering next step.
Deciding to begin counseling is one of the best and most important decisions you can make. Successful counseling begins with the therapeutic relationship between the counselor and the client. Trust is at the heart of being able to be vulnerable and honest. This is why I put significant effort into establishing rapport and creating a safe space, free of judgment, for you to feel comfortable discussing difficult issues. The goal is a harmonious relationship where you feel safe to address your feelings, ideas, worries, struggles, and dreams. Strong communication will allow us to move toward the changes you want.
Deciding to begin counseling is one of the best and most important decisions you can make. Successful counseling begins with the therapeutic relationship between the counselor and the client. Trust is at the heart of being able to be vulnerable and honest. This is why I put significant effort into establishing rapport and creating a safe space, free of judgment, for you to feel comfortable discussing difficult issues. The goal is a harmonious relationship where you feel safe to address your feelings, ideas, worries, struggles, and dreams. Strong communication will allow us to move toward the changes you want.
I appreciate your interest in working with me. I know that asking for help is not easy. As a licensed mental health counselor, I want to help you achieve positive mental health to the highest degree possible without judgment. I have a strong desire to help by meeting you right where you are at in your life. I will listen to your concerns and we will work together toward you feeling better! While I have experience treating a wide range of issues and ages, I also specialize in the treatment of adolescents and young adults. I encourage you to take the first (and biggest ) step and ask for that help that you are looking for.
I appreciate your interest in working with me. I know that asking for help is not easy. As a licensed mental health counselor, I want to help you achieve positive mental health to the highest degree possible without judgment. I have a strong desire to help by meeting you right where you are at in your life. I will listen to your concerns and we will work together toward you feeling better! While I have experience treating a wide range of issues and ages, I also specialize in the treatment of adolescents and young adults. I encourage you to take the first (and biggest ) step and ask for that help that you are looking for.
The therapists and nurse practitioners at EMDR Trauma Therapy Center are highly trained in treating symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, depression, and phobias either online or in person. We treat adults, adolescents, and special populations such as veterans, first responders, and professionals. Our highly trained medication providers and therapists specialize in treatments such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CPT, and many others. You can express yourself in a supportive, non-judgmental setting to overcome adversities & manage symptoms. Virtual evening appointments are available.
The therapists and nurse practitioners at EMDR Trauma Therapy Center are highly trained in treating symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, depression, and phobias either online or in person. We treat adults, adolescents, and special populations such as veterans, first responders, and professionals. Our highly trained medication providers and therapists specialize in treatments such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CPT, and many others. You can express yourself in a supportive, non-judgmental setting to overcome adversities & manage symptoms. Virtual evening appointments are available.
Danielle also enjoys working with the LGBTQ community and couples of all kinds.
Couples: Infidelity, communication issues, conflict resolution, emotional or physical intimacy, addictions, LGBTQ issues, military couples, pre-marital counseling. Individuals/Teens: Anxiety, depression, eating disorders, divorce, grief/loss, work/life balance, dating and relationships, military members, PTSD, other trauma-related issues, and more!
Danielle also enjoys working with the LGBTQ community and couples of all kinds.
Couples: Infidelity, communication issues, conflict resolution, emotional or physical intimacy, addictions, LGBTQ issues, military couples, pre-marital counseling. Individuals/Teens: Anxiety, depression, eating disorders, divorce, grief/loss, work/life balance, dating and relationships, military members, PTSD, other trauma-related issues, and more!
I am licensed in Florida and hold additional certificates in HIV and LGBTQ care.
You may feel lost right now—unsure of who you are, disconnected from the life you pictured, or longing for a fresh start. Maybe chronic illness, a major life transition, or loss have reshaped your identity in ways you never expected. If you’ve been questioning your direction, struggling to feel like yourself, or searching for a place where your experiences are understood, you’re in the right spot. Here, your story matters, and you don’t have to navigate these challenges alone.
I am licensed in Florida and hold additional certificates in HIV and LGBTQ care.
You may feel lost right now—unsure of who you are, disconnected from the life you pictured, or longing for a fresh start. Maybe chronic illness, a major life transition, or loss have reshaped your identity in ways you never expected. If you’ve been questioning your direction, struggling to feel like yourself, or searching for a place where your experiences are understood, you’re in the right spot. Here, your story matters, and you don’t have to navigate these challenges alone.
Welcome to the Emery & Milne Psychological Group, LLC! EMPG was started by husband and wife, Dr. Emery and Dr. Milne, with the purpose of providing quality mental health services to the surrounding community. At EMPG we treat our patients with respect and dignity, ensuring that each patient's personal needs and goals are met with care and compassion. Most of the time people manage their lives very well; navigating through all of its curves and ups and downs. Sometimes, they need some direction or focus to get back on the right path. Our providers take the time to get to know their patients.
Welcome to the Emery & Milne Psychological Group, LLC! EMPG was started by husband and wife, Dr. Emery and Dr. Milne, with the purpose of providing quality mental health services to the surrounding community. At EMPG we treat our patients with respect and dignity, ensuring that each patient's personal needs and goals are met with care and compassion. Most of the time people manage their lives very well; navigating through all of its curves and ups and downs. Sometimes, they need some direction or focus to get back on the right path. Our providers take the time to get to know their patients.
Are you having issues dealing with chronic medical conditions, creating anxiety, depression, anger, or other emotions? Are the medical issues causing medical trauma when dealing with the system? This is very common these days, given the way insurance companies treat patients and providers, which is so frustrating. As a therapist who also has chronic medical conditions, I know what it is like to be told it is all in my head before I was even diagnosed, and the trauma of dealing with a severe condition makes you have mental health issues.
Are you having issues dealing with chronic medical conditions, creating anxiety, depression, anger, or other emotions? Are the medical issues causing medical trauma when dealing with the system? This is very common these days, given the way insurance companies treat patients and providers, which is so frustrating. As a therapist who also has chronic medical conditions, I know what it is like to be told it is all in my head before I was even diagnosed, and the trauma of dealing with a severe condition makes you have mental health issues.
Welcome! I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist specializing in helping individuals navigate the complexities of substance abuse, mental health challenges, trauma, and relationship difficulties. My work is rooted in a deep understanding of the unique struggles that many face, from the impact of childhood experiences to the ongoing challenges of adulthood. I offer support through adult child therapy, guiding individuals in healing from past wounds and cultivating healthier relationships with themselves and others. In addition, I provide adaptive parenting strategies to empower parents in navigating the ups and downs of life.
Welcome! I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist specializing in helping individuals navigate the complexities of substance abuse, mental health challenges, trauma, and relationship difficulties. My work is rooted in a deep understanding of the unique struggles that many face, from the impact of childhood experiences to the ongoing challenges of adulthood. I offer support through adult child therapy, guiding individuals in healing from past wounds and cultivating healthier relationships with themselves and others. In addition, I provide adaptive parenting strategies to empower parents in navigating the ups and downs of life.
Robert Lynn Horne MD was named a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association in 2011, signifying he is in the top 5% of the Psychiatrists in the US. He has had 7 Board Certifications including by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, American Board of Adolescent Psychiatry and American Academy of Pain Medicine. He graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, Interned at Barnes Hospital, did his Residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Fellowship at U of P’s Unit for Experimental Psychiatry and has been in Private Practice since 1979.
Robert Lynn Horne MD was named a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association in 2011, signifying he is in the top 5% of the Psychiatrists in the US. He has had 7 Board Certifications including by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, American Board of Adolescent Psychiatry and American Academy of Pain Medicine. He graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, Interned at Barnes Hospital, did his Residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Fellowship at U of P’s Unit for Experimental Psychiatry and has been in Private Practice since 1979.
Hi there! My name is Rose, and I’m a licensed therapist dedicated to helping people feel seen, understood, and supported as they navigate life’s challenges. My approach is rooted in compassion and a respect for your unique story.
I believe therapy is a collaborative space where you can explore your experiences without judgment, gain clarity, and develop tools that work for your life. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, I’m here to help you navigate those challenges.
Hi there! My name is Rose, and I’m a licensed therapist dedicated to helping people feel seen, understood, and supported as they navigate life’s challenges. My approach is rooted in compassion and a respect for your unique story.
I believe therapy is a collaborative space where you can explore your experiences without judgment, gain clarity, and develop tools that work for your life. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, I’m here to help you navigate those challenges.
I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, stress, trauma, and self-esteem concerns.
I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, stress, trauma, and self-esteem concerns.
Hi, I’m Susan—a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Addictions Professional, and Substance Abuse Professional. I hold a master’s in Counseling Psychology from the University of West Florida and have been working in the mental health and substance abuse field since 2009 (licensed since 2012).
My approach is grounded in empathy, active listening, and real partnership. I work as hard as you do to help you return to your best self. I believe lasting change happens between sessions—so I give you practical tools and support, but the real healing comes from what you do with them.
Hi, I’m Susan—a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Addictions Professional, and Substance Abuse Professional. I hold a master’s in Counseling Psychology from the University of West Florida and have been working in the mental health and substance abuse field since 2009 (licensed since 2012).
My approach is grounded in empathy, active listening, and real partnership. I work as hard as you do to help you return to your best self. I believe lasting change happens between sessions—so I give you practical tools and support, but the real healing comes from what you do with them.
Do you have thoughts of feeling not good enough? Are you feeling invalidated, misunderstood, gaslit, anxious, depressed, isolated, unloved, struggling to connect in a relationship? I approach therapy with the intent of meeting the client where there are in their journey. What are your struggles? What are your goals? It's not my place to tell you what you "should" feel or do. It is my passion to help you work toward self-understanding, self-compassion and to advocate for yourself without guilt or shame.
Do you have thoughts of feeling not good enough? Are you feeling invalidated, misunderstood, gaslit, anxious, depressed, isolated, unloved, struggling to connect in a relationship? I approach therapy with the intent of meeting the client where there are in their journey. What are your struggles? What are your goals? It's not my place to tell you what you "should" feel or do. It is my passion to help you work toward self-understanding, self-compassion and to advocate for yourself without guilt or shame.
“We're not ready to give up, but we can't keep doing this.” Your relationship doesn't have to be falling apart for you to know something needs to change. Maybe you're exhausted by the same arguments, struggling to reconnect, or trying to rebuild after betrayal. Maybe you love your partner but feel lonely in your own marriage. You may be asking, “Can we get back to feeling close?” or “Is there still a way forward?” If you're both willing to explore what's happening beneath the conflict, meaningful change is possible.
“We're not ready to give up, but we can't keep doing this.” Your relationship doesn't have to be falling apart for you to know something needs to change. Maybe you're exhausted by the same arguments, struggling to reconnect, or trying to rebuild after betrayal. Maybe you love your partner but feel lonely in your own marriage. You may be asking, “Can we get back to feeling close?” or “Is there still a way forward?” If you're both willing to explore what's happening beneath the conflict, meaningful change is possible.
Are you a young adult feeling defeated, questioning your identity and direction in life, or navigating toxic or unsafe relationships? As an LCSW with over a decade of experience and more than three years of specialized clinical practice, I help clients navigate identity development, life transitions, relationship concerns, marginalization, and internalized stigma. My goal is to create a space where you can regain your sense of peace, build self-trust, and move forward with clarity. Off the clock, I love spending time by the water, tackling LEGO builds, learning random new skills, and relaxing with Arlo, my 2-year-old Chiweenie.
Are you a young adult feeling defeated, questioning your identity and direction in life, or navigating toxic or unsafe relationships? As an LCSW with over a decade of experience and more than three years of specialized clinical practice, I help clients navigate identity development, life transitions, relationship concerns, marginalization, and internalized stigma. My goal is to create a space where you can regain your sense of peace, build self-trust, and move forward with clarity. Off the clock, I love spending time by the water, tackling LEGO builds, learning random new skills, and relaxing with Arlo, my 2-year-old Chiweenie.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive experience treating adults with serious mental illness and military service members. I work individually, with couples and in groups. I have experience in inpatient and outpatient settings. My practice has involved diverse diagnoses treating individuals with depression, bipolar, schizophrenia, anxiety, PTSD, and personality disorders. I'm eclectic in my therapeutic practice and aim to meet each person where they are on life's journey. I find cognitive behavioral techniques to be particularly helpful in assisting my clients to change the way they think about themselves, the world and others in order to improve their lives.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive experience treating adults with serious mental illness and military service members. I work individually, with couples and in groups. I have experience in inpatient and outpatient settings. My practice has involved diverse diagnoses treating individuals with depression, bipolar, schizophrenia, anxiety, PTSD, and personality disorders. I'm eclectic in my therapeutic practice and aim to meet each person where they are on life's journey. I find cognitive behavioral techniques to be particularly helpful in assisting my clients to change the way they think about themselves, the world and others in order to improve their lives.
I also specialize in working with LGBTQ clients, adolescents, and couples.
I support clients in navigating their path toward greater clarity, healing, and empowerment through evidence-based, person-centered therapy. Counseling can be a transformative experience—offering space for growth, self-discovery, and meaningful change.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and intuitive, with a strong emphasis on creating a safe, supportive environment where you can show up authentically. Together, we’ll explore new perspectives, strengthen practical coping skills, and work through life’s challenges in a way that feels manageable and meaningful—building resilience and lasting change along the way.
I also specialize in working with LGBTQ clients, adolescents, and couples.
I support clients in navigating their path toward greater clarity, healing, and empowerment through evidence-based, person-centered therapy. Counseling can be a transformative experience—offering space for growth, self-discovery, and meaningful change.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and intuitive, with a strong emphasis on creating a safe, supportive environment where you can show up authentically. Together, we’ll explore new perspectives, strengthen practical coping skills, and work through life’s challenges in a way that feels manageable and meaningful—building resilience and lasting change along the way.
I'm a compassionate and collaborative therapist who believes in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can be fully seen and heard. I bring a person-centered, trauma-informed approach to my work and draw from evidence-based modalities like CBT, DBT, and CPT to support meaningful growth and healing. Whether you're navigating life transitions, emotional struggles, or past trauma, I’m here to walk alongside you with empathy, honesty, and respect.
I'm a compassionate and collaborative therapist who believes in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can be fully seen and heard. I bring a person-centered, trauma-informed approach to my work and draw from evidence-based modalities like CBT, DBT, and CPT to support meaningful growth and healing. Whether you're navigating life transitions, emotional struggles, or past trauma, I’m here to walk alongside you with empathy, honesty, and respect.
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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.