LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Polk County, FL
Chemal Cruz
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
New Hours 10am-3pm. My ideal client is a person or couple that is willing to talk about finding a better way of life and may need someone to confide in. Also, those needing an unbiased, non-judgmental ear with feedback. In our society, I believe men in particular need a safe place to be heard and take off their armor. So I welcome all men to try therapy and explore themselves beyond what they can provide. Whether you struggle with pride, shame/guilt, saying no, or making decisions I welcome you. Growth is a lifelong process that cannot be rushed. Hypnotherapy bridges your awareness so new possibilities emerge from embedded trauma.
New Hours 10am-3pm. My ideal client is a person or couple that is willing to talk about finding a better way of life and may need someone to confide in. Also, those needing an unbiased, non-judgmental ear with feedback. In our society, I believe men in particular need a safe place to be heard and take off their armor. So I welcome all men to try therapy and explore themselves beyond what they can provide. Whether you struggle with pride, shame/guilt, saying no, or making decisions I welcome you. Growth is a lifelong process that cannot be rushed. Hypnotherapy bridges your awareness so new possibilities emerge from embedded trauma.
Hello I’m Hazel, Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or even relationships? Is your mental health affecting your relationships, work and health? Is it hard to practice self care and self compassion? I can help you manage stress, anxiety, fears and more. Together, we can identify what's not working and get you back to balance.
Hello I’m Hazel, Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or even relationships? Is your mental health affecting your relationships, work and health? Is it hard to practice self care and self compassion? I can help you manage stress, anxiety, fears and more. Together, we can identify what's not working and get you back to balance.
I have been a professional social worker for over 10 years and have worked extensively in the field of co-occurring substance abuse and mental health disorders. I am trained to address issues including PTSD, trauma, mood disorders, and perinatal mental health issues. Whatever issue you are struggling with I am confident that together, we can find a solution to help you achieve your goals.
I have been a professional social worker for over 10 years and have worked extensively in the field of co-occurring substance abuse and mental health disorders. I am trained to address issues including PTSD, trauma, mood disorders, and perinatal mental health issues. Whatever issue you are struggling with I am confident that together, we can find a solution to help you achieve your goals.
Each client is unique and will have unique needs. I provide individualized therapy to help clients challenge negative beliefs and perceptions and be able to recognize, accept, process, and work through issues as well as learn coping skills to manage reactions and emotions. While we can’t change or forget difficult situations of the past, we can work together to get to the root cause of issues and will talk, collaborate, and brainstorm to help you be empowered, gain back control, and move forward in a healthy, positive manner. Therapy will be always be full of support, caring, and be completely safe and non-judgmental.
Each client is unique and will have unique needs. I provide individualized therapy to help clients challenge negative beliefs and perceptions and be able to recognize, accept, process, and work through issues as well as learn coping skills to manage reactions and emotions. While we can’t change or forget difficult situations of the past, we can work together to get to the root cause of issues and will talk, collaborate, and brainstorm to help you be empowered, gain back control, and move forward in a healthy, positive manner. Therapy will be always be full of support, caring, and be completely safe and non-judgmental.
Mileena Cavalcante
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My ideal client is someone that does not know where to start in their process of change, but is wanting to focus on their journey. I want to help clients who may be lost, confused or whom need support while they travel through their personal experiences, whatever that might be.
My ideal client is someone that does not know where to start in their process of change, but is wanting to focus on their journey. I want to help clients who may be lost, confused or whom need support while they travel through their personal experiences, whatever that might be.
Jill enjoys helping children, adolescent, and adult clients to realize their ultimate goals. She also specializes in working with couples and families who are dealing with relational issues, life changes, infidelity, separation, divorce, and remarriage. Jill also sees individuals who desire life improvements and help with relationship/family issues, as well as stress, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Her ability to quickly build rapport with clients enhances the therapeutic process.
Jill enjoys helping children, adolescent, and adult clients to realize their ultimate goals. She also specializes in working with couples and families who are dealing with relational issues, life changes, infidelity, separation, divorce, and remarriage. Jill also sees individuals who desire life improvements and help with relationship/family issues, as well as stress, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Her ability to quickly build rapport with clients enhances the therapeutic process.
If you are looking to work with a “real" person, I will meet you where you are, and you will be encouraged to be your true self, unapologetically. Bad humor (usually in the form of puns or dad jokes), geeking out over the latest Marvel show/movie, and discussing the latest video game releases can be commonplace in your sessions.
If you are looking to work with a “real" person, I will meet you where you are, and you will be encouraged to be your true self, unapologetically. Bad humor (usually in the form of puns or dad jokes), geeking out over the latest Marvel show/movie, and discussing the latest video game releases can be commonplace in your sessions.
Wendy Long is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who earned a Master of Clinical Social Work degree from the University of Central Florida as a first-gen & non-traditional student. Wendy’s therapeutic approach is client-centered, strengths-based, and solution-focused—with the goal of enabling her clients to thrive while living as their “best selves.”
Wendy Long is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who earned a Master of Clinical Social Work degree from the University of Central Florida as a first-gen & non-traditional student. Wendy’s therapeutic approach is client-centered, strengths-based, and solution-focused—with the goal of enabling her clients to thrive while living as their “best selves.”
My name is Dr. Julie NeJame and I am a licensed psychologist who has been in clinical practice for 26 years. I have worked in a variety of private practice, medical and forensic settings where I specialize in the assessment and treatment of clinical, behavioral and forensic concerns with a focus on adolescents, young adults and mature adults.
My name is Dr. Julie NeJame and I am a licensed psychologist who has been in clinical practice for 26 years. I have worked in a variety of private practice, medical and forensic settings where I specialize in the assessment and treatment of clinical, behavioral and forensic concerns with a focus on adolescents, young adults and mature adults.
Book with me now by clicking on my website. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and I am here to help navigate through life issues and mental health challenges. I can help you through your journey providing support, guidance, and facilitating processing difficult emotions utilizing cognitive techniques and behavior modification among others. I am a responsible, mature, and committed individual with strong communication skills who has a long standing and successful counseling career and loves to work with individuals, families, couples, and groups.
Book with me now by clicking on my website. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and I am here to help navigate through life issues and mental health challenges. I can help you through your journey providing support, guidance, and facilitating processing difficult emotions utilizing cognitive techniques and behavior modification among others. I am a responsible, mature, and committed individual with strong communication skills who has a long standing and successful counseling career and loves to work with individuals, families, couples, and groups.
Do you want to improve the communication between you and your partner? Are you a parent looking to get help for your child and family? Is your child having problems in school or acting out? Are you feeling overwhelmed with responsibilities and questioning your decisions? Is anxiety or depression preventing you to live up your potential? As a relational therapist, I am here to help you navigate complicated dynamics with family members, and empower you with the skills to be able to address the problem without loosing your mental peace.
Do you want to improve the communication between you and your partner? Are you a parent looking to get help for your child and family? Is your child having problems in school or acting out? Are you feeling overwhelmed with responsibilities and questioning your decisions? Is anxiety or depression preventing you to live up your potential? As a relational therapist, I am here to help you navigate complicated dynamics with family members, and empower you with the skills to be able to address the problem without loosing your mental peace.
Meet Our LGBTQ+ Therapists
We can help identify the barriers to your happiness! Schedule your appointment today. (973) 262-5133. Jeanne Duphiney-Emanuel also provides LCSW supervision to LSW candidates.
We can help identify the barriers to your happiness! Schedule your appointment today. (973) 262-5133. Jeanne Duphiney-Emanuel also provides LCSW supervision to LSW candidates.
I have experience supporting a diverse range of individuals with mild to severe mental health conditions. I have worked with families, couples, and children, and I am particularly passionate about addressing trauma-related issues. My eclectic background in mental health draws from various therapeutic approaches, allowing me to create personalized and flexible treatment plans that cater to the unique needs of each client. Set aside time for yourself and schedule a session today.
I have experience supporting a diverse range of individuals with mild to severe mental health conditions. I have worked with families, couples, and children, and I am particularly passionate about addressing trauma-related issues. My eclectic background in mental health draws from various therapeutic approaches, allowing me to create personalized and flexible treatment plans that cater to the unique needs of each client. Set aside time for yourself and schedule a session today.
Patrick Argiro's passion is helping people with trauma and grief. Initially he started down this path to help himself while helping others by studying the field of mental health. He wants happiness and to prosper for himself and for others.
Patrick Argiro's passion is helping people with trauma and grief. Initially he started down this path to help himself while helping others by studying the field of mental health. He wants happiness and to prosper for himself and for others.
My mission is to provide culturally sensitive counseling services to adults and children that meet their unique individual needs including healthy relationships with themselves and others to promote healing from various life traumas. I commend you for taking this courageous step toward healing and personal growth. I would like to be a part of your journey towards a happier and more satisfied you.
My mission is to provide culturally sensitive counseling services to adults and children that meet their unique individual needs including healthy relationships with themselves and others to promote healing from various life traumas. I commend you for taking this courageous step toward healing and personal growth. I would like to be a part of your journey towards a happier and more satisfied you.
Welcome to DBT Counseling Specialties, LLC. I provide DBT and general counseling services. I believe in adopting evidence-based treatments to enrich my clients' lives. I am intensively trained in DBT. Our slogan is Hope is on the Horizon, it is because I believe that each individual client has a unique story to share, each client has unique goals, along with unique challenges, and I want to work just as hard as you, right beside you, to help you realize your greatest potential.
Welcome to DBT Counseling Specialties, LLC. I provide DBT and general counseling services. I believe in adopting evidence-based treatments to enrich my clients' lives. I am intensively trained in DBT. Our slogan is Hope is on the Horizon, it is because I believe that each individual client has a unique story to share, each client has unique goals, along with unique challenges, and I want to work just as hard as you, right beside you, to help you realize your greatest potential.
Christina Dawson is a Mental Health Therapist. I am the owner of Graze Academy Inc. and our core mission for all past, present, and future clients is to experience the beauty that comes from each person with the power and magnificence of horses. We offer a 12-week program that has equine assisted therapy and talk therapy rotating every other week. Christina brings her life experience and is a certified equine assisted facilitator. Christina has experience working in a substance use treatment center and working with IPN/PRN clients. We offer equine assisted services as well as traditional talk therapy in person only.
Christina Dawson is a Mental Health Therapist. I am the owner of Graze Academy Inc. and our core mission for all past, present, and future clients is to experience the beauty that comes from each person with the power and magnificence of horses. We offer a 12-week program that has equine assisted therapy and talk therapy rotating every other week. Christina brings her life experience and is a certified equine assisted facilitator. Christina has experience working in a substance use treatment center and working with IPN/PRN clients. We offer equine assisted services as well as traditional talk therapy in person only.
I am a licensed social worker who has worked in a variety of settings to empower and support vulnerable populations. I trained in the neonatal intensive care unit of my local Level One trauma center in Northeast Ohio helping parents navigate the care needs of their new child as well as their own physical and behavioral health needs. My training also includes working with patients at the Columbus Free Clinic, women in transitional supportive housing and survivors of domestic violence.
I am a licensed social worker who has worked in a variety of settings to empower and support vulnerable populations. I trained in the neonatal intensive care unit of my local Level One trauma center in Northeast Ohio helping parents navigate the care needs of their new child as well as their own physical and behavioral health needs. My training also includes working with patients at the Columbus Free Clinic, women in transitional supportive housing and survivors of domestic violence.
We all share a fundamental need to be seen, heard, and understood. Oftentimes, our pain becomes suffering when we struggle all alone in silence. An inner voice whispers the question: "What's wrong with me?" We're convinced that we are abnormal, unworthy, or broken. We seek false refuge in work, social media, food, sex, Netflix, etc. only to feel more emptiness and isolation. Growth requires that we become aware of the habitual thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that keep us stuck.
We all share a fundamental need to be seen, heard, and understood. Oftentimes, our pain becomes suffering when we struggle all alone in silence. An inner voice whispers the question: "What's wrong with me?" We're convinced that we are abnormal, unworthy, or broken. We seek false refuge in work, social media, food, sex, Netflix, etc. only to feel more emptiness and isolation. Growth requires that we become aware of the habitual thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that keep us stuck.
Serenity Space Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, MCAP, CHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
From the outside, it looks like you’ve got it all together, but inside, it feels like a completely different story. You might be rushing from one thing to another, trying to be everything for everyone. At work, you find yourself stuck in the never-ending quest for perfection. In relationships, you try so hard only to uncover that familiar, nagging, and sad thought: 'Am I doing enough? Am I enough?' Not to mention the political roller coaster overwhelming you in addition to the turbulent economy. To cope, you may find yourself reeling or swiping on dating apps—because it'll be different this time, right?
From the outside, it looks like you’ve got it all together, but inside, it feels like a completely different story. You might be rushing from one thing to another, trying to be everything for everyone. At work, you find yourself stuck in the never-ending quest for perfection. In relationships, you try so hard only to uncover that familiar, nagging, and sad thought: 'Am I doing enough? Am I enough?' Not to mention the political roller coaster overwhelming you in addition to the turbulent economy. To cope, you may find yourself reeling or swiping on dating apps—because it'll be different this time, right?
