LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Plantation, FL

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.

Need help discussing your sexuality? Want to figure out how to come out to your loved ones? Are you over the dating scene? Get relationship tips, explore dating and communication with a trained therapist. My practice focuses on working with LGBTQIA + individuals, couples, and families. I enjoy helping clients gain confidence in their personal lives, working to improve communication and coping skills together, and getting to a space where they more fully love who they are. You don't have to navigate your sexuality or relationships alone. Let’s connect today for a stronger you, tomorrow! Reach out to get started.

Did you know that feeling marginalized can lead to higher rates of anxiety and depression? As a queer woman of color, my passion is help women, queer folks people of color and allied individuals cope and become empowered! Do you feel as though you are alone in this world? As if you have to handle problems all on your own? Or perhaps you feel on edge, restless, and stressed out way too often? I know what it's like; you find it hard to breathe, mind is always going and you rarely feel relaxed. The truth is that you do not have to do it alone. Let's figure it out together. I can teach you the skills to help you take your life back!

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.

Do you ever wonder if you will ever be happy? Are you so overwhelmed with the daily stressors of work, relationships, parenthood, finances, or life in general that you want to run away from it all? I totally understand because we have all been there at one point in our lives. You are not alone! Life does not have to be difficult. Sometimes we need help getting our life on track; finding our joy or enhancing our relationships. My goal as a psychotherapist is to provide a safe and supportive environment to help you facilitate change, growth, and lead you on an exploratory journey to obtaining the life you want.

Some days you have to create your own happiness... Find it through your feelings, behavior and decisions. Learn how to manage your : life adjustments, relationships, stress, anxiety, depression, grief, mid life challenges, life after college graduation, menopause, empty nest, pregnancy, new baby, parenting skills, postpartum, post abortion syndrome, miscarriage, growing older, marital/relationship issues, cancer/terminal illness, grieving pet loss, LGBT concerns. You can do it!

Do you feel you have a roommate rather than a spouse? Maybe communicating has been difficult lately? Possibly you are looking to help your child or teen with their behavior or emotional needs. Overall, you value your relationships and well being of your family members. Whether your concern comes from an emotional level (anxiety or depression), behavioral, or conflict or disconnection in your relationships (either romantic or with your family members), your goal is to feel in harmony. My passion is to help people have the relationships they always wanted, as well as feeling empowered and in balance.

Clients seek me out when they are in search of change in order to improve their quality of life and interpersonal relationships. I work with individuals, couples, and families from all walks of life. My clientele range in age from 17+ years old and include those trying to navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, relationship struggles, impaired family functioning, communication skills, chronic pain, traumatic brain injury (TBI), medical trauma, grief and loss, LGBTQ support, as well as other mood disorders and emotional disturbances.

Is your relationship not what it used to be? Is your child's difficulties becoming overwhelming? I mainly work with couples, children/teens, and adults for individual services. My goal is work with you to make changes to aid you in dealing with difficult issues you are currently dealing with. Whether that be anxiety, depression, sexuality, difficulty with your relationship, children's behavior, or just daily life stressors. Together, we can work through the mayhem to move to a place where you are happy and healthy.

I have experience working in private practice, public health and community based organizations providing psychotherapy to adolescents, adults, and seniors in individual, couples, and family formats. I strive to provide a safe and welcoming environment where clients can feel comfortable sharing. I work with clients to empower them by gaining insight and tools that result in positive change.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing therapeutic services to all ages in Western Broward County. I take a holistic approach to the care of my patients. I work in collaboration with other providers to meet the individual needs of my patients. I have 25 years experience working with the dually-diagnosed population, women's issues, anxiety and depression, ADHD, life transitions, gay and lesbian and gender identity issues. Your journey through self-exploration can be very rewarding. Let's start your journey together.

Jenny Lechter is skilled at working with clients seeking relief from overeating and other compulsive behaviors, relationship challenges, anxiety and many other negative thinking or behaving patters. Jenny is a change driven counselor, often using cognitive behavioral therapy and EMDR. Jenny spent many years counseling within the LGBTQ + community and is a proud ally. Prior to her counseling career, Jenny was an elementary school teacher in Broward county. Jenny is a warm, accepting and empathetic counselor who has several years of experience counseling adolescents and adults.

While we serve all communities, NPS is an advocate for quality mental health services for Black and Brown, LGBTQ and other underserved or poorly served individuals or communities. Through partnerships with our local state and county agencies, educational systems, churches, community organizations, and other mental health agencies and organizations our mission will be successful.

I work with struggling individuals, families, and couples. Being a therapist is not for the faint of heart, yet I find that helping others improve their lives is my calling. I enjoy being that person my clients talk to about anything. My clients enjoy the judgement free zone that therapy with me entails. My approach to psychotherapy is that no matter where you’re starting from, change is possible! Change can cause uncertainty, anxiety, and confusion for many. I help my clients find the courage to start on their road to positive transformation.

Seasons Psychotherapy Associates is a unique community of nine heart-centered mental health professionals with a common goal of helping you heal and grow. We work with people from diverse backgrounds and with a variety of emotional or mental health struggles. Life is challenging, and each and every one of us struggle in some way at some point. We cannot heal and improve that which we ignore. Getting help and support is a strength. Some of our particular areas of expertise include grief & loss, anxiety, LGBTQ +, first responder issues, mental health and addiction, trauma, relationship counseling, parenting struggles, and teen issues.

Life presents many challenges and at times may feel overwhelming. Perhaps you are questioning whether to stay in your current relationship. Perhaps you feel stuck or frustrated with your current life situation. Our personal patterns and experiences often plague us with uncertainty. Therapy is a process that helps create a deeper understanding about ourselves and our relationships. By working together collaboratively we can uncover the repetitive patterns holding you back and facilitate the changes that you are looking to make.

*Accepting New Clients 2022* I am committed to working with you to help uncover your true potential, and assist in creating the life you desire. Has fear and anxiety crippled you? Are you suffering in silence from reproductive/infertility issues? If you answered yes to any of those questions, or have more, please schedule an appointment to begin your journey of curating a desirable life centered on fulfilling relationships.

Dr. Tom was born in Israel and raised in florida in a family with unique values, which led her to a genuine appreciation for culture and individuality. Growing up with a Hebrew name that was frequently misunderstood in a primarily English-speaking society fostered cultural awareness from a very young age. However, this adversity combined with pride for her identity allowed her to recognize and embrace others’ diversity. The dichotomy of growing up in a suburban American society with certain outlooks, and then coming home to differing cultural perspectives helped her develop an expanded range of vision and acceptance of others.

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.