LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in 34984
Helping others achieve peace, joy, drive, and motivation for life is what I love best. I aim to assist others in breaking free of their past trauma and the grip it has on their current mindset and behaviors. Whether you have high anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, relationship issues, or low self esteem, I am here for you to help guide you to a better state of mind and body. I am currently available via telehealth or do an in-home visit,
Helping others achieve peace, joy, drive, and motivation for life is what I love best. I aim to assist others in breaking free of their past trauma and the grip it has on their current mindset and behaviors. Whether you have high anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, relationship issues, or low self esteem, I am here for you to help guide you to a better state of mind and body. I am currently available via telehealth or do an in-home visit,
Jennifer E. Haynes
Counselor, LMHC, CAMS-II, CCTP, CAGCS, C-DBT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34984
As a Professional, I offer guidance to individuals, couples, families and groups who are dealing with issues that affect their mental health and well-being. Approach work holistically, using a “wellness” model (as opposed to an “illness” one) which highlights and encourages client’s strengths. Work with individuals, groups and communities to improve mental health. Encourage clients to discuss emotions and experiences. Work with families intimately, empathetically. I am pleased to share that I am certified and specialize in Anger Management, Grief, Trauma, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Parenting.
As a Professional, I offer guidance to individuals, couples, families and groups who are dealing with issues that affect their mental health and well-being. Approach work holistically, using a “wellness” model (as opposed to an “illness” one) which highlights and encourages client’s strengths. Work with individuals, groups and communities to improve mental health. Encourage clients to discuss emotions and experiences. Work with families intimately, empathetically. I am pleased to share that I am certified and specialize in Anger Management, Grief, Trauma, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Parenting.
Timothy Mayer graduated from The University of Pittsburgh then earned his master’s degree in counseling psychology from Lesley University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. He has worked full time in the substance misuse and mental health field for over twenty years as a hands-on field professional, therapist, and clinical director. He was appointed by the Governor of Florida to serve on the Florida Statewide Advocacy Council. He specializes in Substance Misuse issues, and the treatment of interpersonal difficulties using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and other Third Wave Treatments.
Timothy Mayer graduated from The University of Pittsburgh then earned his master’s degree in counseling psychology from Lesley University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. He has worked full time in the substance misuse and mental health field for over twenty years as a hands-on field professional, therapist, and clinical director. He was appointed by the Governor of Florida to serve on the Florida Statewide Advocacy Council. He specializes in Substance Misuse issues, and the treatment of interpersonal difficulties using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and other Third Wave Treatments.
Welcome! My name is Shirley Matheiu and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 9 years of experience working with adolescents and adults from diverse backgrounds. My focus areas include behavioral problems, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and women's problem. My training in trauma-focused CBT enables her to quickly identify and target life-changing events, with an emphasis on healing and adjusting.
Welcome! My name is Shirley Matheiu and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 9 years of experience working with adolescents and adults from diverse backgrounds. My focus areas include behavioral problems, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and women's problem. My training in trauma-focused CBT enables her to quickly identify and target life-changing events, with an emphasis on healing and adjusting.
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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.