LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Lake Wales, FL
Browse LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Lake Wales, Florida. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
LGBTQ+
Erika Gray
Psychologist, Psy.D
Let's expand this. LGBTQIA
All are welcome here
15 Years Experience
Online in Lake Wales, FL (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Emily Stone
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, PhD, LMFT-S
LGBTQIA+ & Queer-Affirming Care
Living Authentically Beyond the Binary and the Burden
In a society that often demands conformity, the act of living authentically as a queer, trans, or non-binary individual is both a triumph and a labor. I provide a specialized, deeply affirming space where your identity is not a "topic to be managed," but a sacred part of your humanity. With my background in the QTAP Certification Training, I offer more than just "tolerance"—I offer a high-level clinical understanding of the unique stressors and joys inherent in the LGBTQIA+ experience.
Navigating the Minority Stress System
We don't just look at your internal world; we use Systems Theory to address how the external world impacts your mental health. We work through:
Minority Stress & Burnout: Addressing the chronic exhaustion that comes from navigating heteronormative and cisnormative systems.
Internalized Shame: Deconstructing the "inner critic" shaped by religious or social constructs of inequity.
The "Coming Out" Evolution: Supporting the ongoing process of disclosure with family, workplace, and spiritual communities.
For Individuals & Couples: Queer-Specific Relational Care
Using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Attachment Theory, I help LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples build secure, resilient bonds:
Chosen Family & Community: Exploring the vital role of non-traditional support systems in your healing.
Navigating Transition: Providing clinical support for individuals and their partners through the emotional and systemic shifts of gender transition.
Spiritual Deconstruction: With my Master of Divinity, I provide a rare sanctuary for queer individuals to process spiritual trauma and reclaim a sense of meaning without sacrificing their identity.
Affirming Your Narrative
Whether you are navigating rejection sensitivity from family, seeking letters for gender-affirming care, or simply want a therapist who understands the nuances of queer life without you having to explain them, I am here.
"The healing space generated between therapist and client is one of the greatest honors of my life." In this space, you are seen, you are safe, and you are celebrated.
21 Years Experience
Online in Lake Wales, FL (Online Only)
LGBTQ+
Center for Authentic Life & Relationship, LLC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LPC, LMFT, CPCS, CSAT-S, CAADC, EMDR, CSTOP-Candidate
I provide affirming, compassionate therapy for LGBTQ+ individuals who are navigating identity, relationships, family dynamics, trauma, shame, anxiety, depression, or life transitions. My approach is respectful, nonjudgmental, and grounded in creating a safe space where you can be fully seen and heard. Together, we can work through the challenges you are facing, strengthen your sense of self, and support healing, confidence, and emotional well-being.
30 Years Experience
Online in Lake Wales, FL
LGBTQ+
Jarrece Patrick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
As a therapist working with LGBTQ+ individuals, I provide a safe and affirming space to explore identity, relationships, and emotional well-being. I help clients navigate challenges such as self-acceptance, minority stress, and trauma, guiding them toward greater resilience, clarity, and authentic living. My goal is to support each client in embracing their true self and building a life aligned with their values.
8 Years Experience
Online in Lake Wales, FL (Online Only)
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Lake Wales, FL Statistics
LGBTQ+ Issues therapists in Lake Wales, FL average 15 years of experience and charge around $197 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (69%), Psychodynamic Therapy (41%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (37%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$197
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
40%
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 69% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 41% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 37% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 36% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 33% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 33% | Multicultural Therapy |
| 31% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 54% | Senior |
| 40% | Teen |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 78% | LGBTQ+ |
| 61% | Women |
| 47% | Men |
| 34% | Black / African American |
| 33% | Hispanic / Latino |