LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Fort Lauderdale, FL

ONLINE ONLY ...EASY,.....NO OFFICE VISITS......ONLINE VIRTUAL VISIT..... Therapist. Are you struggling with feelings of anxiety, depression, call me. Things can be better. (Feelings of confusion, uncertainty, anger, call me, email, text. LGBT relationships? Call me! I specialize in addictions and increasing your mental health. Text me!! I have built a practice through referrals , 70% LGBTQ clients both single and couples. Everyone is welcome to see me. Life is happening now. Make the call, you are ready!

LGBT , Relationships/Marriage, Sex, Kink/Fetish, Career Goals, Anxiety/Depression, HIV... Sometimes it can be so easy to sweep things under the rug and deal with it later. The problem is often we have so much going on that we forget to address things that we say we will. This therapeutic practice strongly believes that every person, every situation, and the surrounding circumstances are all unique. Your situation may sound like or seem similar to someone else’s but YOU are the factor that makes yours different, and that’s what the main focus will be; how you can be empowered to explore with me and take solutions into your world.

As a couples/partnership therapist, my goal is to understand the positions from each partner in the relationship and to facilitate communication that leads to greater understanding. It is NOT to impose my own views of what your relationship should be or to pick sides. Let me help your couple/partnership, if you are navigating challenges with: Communication, Intimacy, Infidelity, Family/life transitions, and Cultural/Linguistic differences. I am passionate about exploring couples' families of origin, various environments, and identities (each and every aspect of your identities) and how they impact your individual and shared lives.

Are you experiencing anxiety, sadness, grief or loss? Are you anxious about emerging from the pandemic? Have you discovered over this past year that your life or your relationships are not really working for you? I understand your need for an empathic, caring professional to talk with about your feelings. With 20+ years of experience working with GAY MEN AND COUPLES, I know the importance of speaking with someone who understands our unique struggles. As an EXPERT IN RELATIONSHIP AND INTIMACY matters, I am particularly sensitive to the impact and effects our new set of stressors have on our relationships. I am here to help you.

Do you struggle to understand or name your feelings, needs, or desires? Would you like a better relationship with yourself and others? Maybe you’re looking for an open, safe, and positive space to heal and grow from past trauma? Inclusive Therapy and Consulting Services LLC strives to create access to compassionate and quality psychotherapy services for the LGBTQIA + community, individuals living with HIV, and their supports.

Life is a journey. Like all journeys, there are times we feel overwhelmed, tired, confused, or even lost. The most important journey of all is the journey inwards, the one that takes us towards our true self. This journey helps us learn, accept, and embrace who we are. If you're encountering any struggles on your journey in life -- anxiety, depression, life transitions, addiction, coming out -- then I'm here to help.

I believe the best way to help my clients is to meet them where they are, and offer tools tailored to their needs. I have expertise in helping with an array of concerns including depression, anxiety, multicultural issues, trauma, couples counseling, substance abuse, child/teen life stressors and LGBTQ + related issues. I primarily have a narrative theoretical orientation, while incorporating multicultural and cognitive behavioral therapy approaches. Life coaching services are available, details on my website. I hope to create a safe and affirming space for you to become the best version of you! I look forward to working together!

Needing to make a big change? Stuck in a job, relationship, or routine? Wanting to “turn the page” and create a new chapter in life but don’t know how to begin? It happens to all of us and there's something we can do. It's called "mental fitness." Just like physical fitness trains our bodies, mental fitness trains our brains to help us respond to life's challenges with a positive mindset to improve performance, lower stress, and build healthy relationships.

Do you feel out of sorts, or do you feel like things are not the way that you would like them to be. If so, together, you and I will figure your ideal life, and we can also explore the necessary journey that you will need to take to get there. It would be my pleasure to be a catalyst in helping you explore different routes that you can to get to a place where you feel fulfilled. In my practice, I specialize in the following areas, LGBTQ issues, relationship struggles, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, and the impact is past experience, previous relationships, and the parent child relationship.

Do you have anxiety or stress that is crippling your life? Depression that keeps you from connecting with others or thriving in your career? Anger that gets in the way of relationships? Or perhaps your marriage or relationship seems to be crumbling. If any of these hit home with you, therapy will help you.

Our goal at the collective is to provide a queer affirming, safe and intimate space for you to explore your inner world, bringing you closer to living your most authentic life. Each clinician brings their authentic self to each session allowing for an individualized, collaborative approach to treatment with a core belief that you are the expert in your own life. It is our belief that the most important part of therapy is the relationship between therapist and client.

I have had the honor of working with clients across a broad spectrum of lived experiences. You may be experiencing: anxiety, OCD, depression, LGBTQIA + identifying clients, work stress, relationship issues, career/ executive coaching, self-esteem/ confidence, grief, substance abuse, sexual abuse, trauma, inter-generational trauma, childhood trauma, racial inequity/ injustice, and much more. We will always go at your pace and you get to identify what you need most and where to direct our energies for each session.

Stephanie Betancourt is a Latinx psychotherapist who practices in the state of Florida. Ms. Betancourt received a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology at the University of Central Florida. Stephanie has experience in multiple settings including in hospitals, community mental health, and private practice. Ms. Betancourt has also worked with diverse populations including children, adults, geriatric, couples, and families.

A collaborative relationship in a safe, non-judgmental space is integral to the therapeutic process. I am an empathetic, culturally sensitive, and bilingual licensed clinical intern registered in the state of Florida. Using brain-based research for emotional regulation, I combine various modalities to co-create individualized goals based on your strengths and challenges. I began my career in social work engaging vulnerable, minoritized communities and thus have a deep understanding of trauma and its many intersections (race, gender, ethnicity, ability, class, sexuality).

Searching for relief from from the stresses of daily life? Well, you can breathe easier now. There will always be time for others, but now is your chance to "reclaim your time" and focus on building and recognizing your self worth. In therapy, we will begin healing the hurts that left you with anxiety and self-doubt. We'll work to develop the internal voice of encouragement you need in order to stop negative thought patterns in their tracks, while walking towards your light and your purpose. Are you working to become a more peaceful, optimistic person?

I have more than 25 years of experience delivering couples therapy, family therapy, and individual therapy to adults and adolescents working with persons from various ethnic backgrounds. Ideal clients are prepared to collaborate on the identified concerns that served as the catalyst for seeking assistance with genuineness, honesty, and an open mind. Many couples have been utilizing the Five Languages of Love to gain insights about themselves and their spouses or partners. Please visit www.FTLCFIT.com for additional information

I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) licensed psychotherapist in Private practice in the Wilton Manors/Fort Lauderdale area. I work with a diverse population with emphasis on mood disorders: PTSD, Major Depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, LGBTQ services, Men Issues, and Substance Abuse. I am also SMART recovery certified and use it on my treatment modalities.

When life is challenging and hard to navigate, reaching out for guidance is often the most loving thing you can do for yourself, your intimate relationship, or your family. So my guess is, if you have landed here, you're ready to begin the journey toward healing. One of my greatest passions is helping you come through difficult times to discover how resilient and resourceful you really are. I believe therapy is a journey that can help anyone of any background gain comfort and contentment in life. We will be a team journeying toward the life you wish to lead.

Hello and welcome! As a therapist, I specialize in working with folks who are navigating emotional distress, life transitions, cultural related challenges including harm and oppression, LGBTQ + related issues, and family/relationship concerns. My approach is compassionate, intersectional, empowerment-based, and rooted in self-determination. I've worked with children, teens, and adults on developing tools to help them navigate life's challenges.