I’m adding new clients to my caseload again as ofJune 1, 2026!
If you’re looking for a skilled therapist that offers a little something different than I do, I recommend my trusted referrals below!
Black Swan Counseling
Juan, Alyssia, and G.
Why I recommend them:
LGBTQ+ Specialists
Multiple specialities and modalities (individual counseling, marriage/couples/relationships, polycules, family sessions) .
Experience with kids and adolescents ages 10-17, especially kids within the LGBTQ+ community!
Many insurance plans accepted.
Juan habla español!
Learn more about Black Swan Counseling here!
Asher Ruppert, (they/them)
Dusty Skies Counseling:
Asher’s specialities include Trauma & PTSD, LGBTQ+ needs, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and more
They offer flexible pricing for folks on a budget.
Asher is an active volunteer and social group leader at Rose Dynasty Center, heading up the Trans and Non-Binary group.
Meagan Presnell, LMHC (she/her)
Why I recommend Meagan:
Meagan and I go way back to our days together at Peace River Center! She is my former employee, clinical intern, and officemate, so I know her very well and can confirm that she has had excellent training and experience in providing affirming care to the LGBTQIA+ community!
Meagans’s specialities include LGBTQ+ Affirming Care for depression and anxiety; supporting people who are navigating pregnancy and postpartum, parenthood, and growing your family (fertility and reproductive concerns); and particularly parents and partners of Transgender folx.
She works with adults ages 18+
Meagan has appointments available in Central Lakeland and via telehealth.
She accepts many insurance plans.
Learn more about Meagan and contact her through her website!
Atala Counseling
Why I recommend them:
Atala is one of Lakeland’s most respected counseling practices with several LGBTQ+ affirming therapists.
Counselors at Atala work with ages 5-105!
Multiple specialities and modalities (individual counseling, marriage/couples/relationships, family sessions).
Multiple therapists offer EMDR.
They are located in Central Lakeland and are convenient to clients coming from anywhere in town.
Varias terapeutas hablan español!
Cypress Wellness Center (St. Pete - telehealth available)
Why I recommend them:
Cypress offers discounted therapy, which you can access via telehealth (their office is in St. Pete).
Many therapists at Cypress accept insurance.
They offer an inclusive counseling practice where all gender and sexual expressions are welcome.
Allies in Wellness (East coast of FL - telehealth available)
Why I recommend them:
This excellent group of therapists offers telehealth (their office is in Vero Beach).
Many therapists at Allies in Wellness accept insurance.
If you don’t have insurance, you can access discounted rates with some Allies in Wellness therapist through Open Path Collective.