Ariella Dragonberg, LCSW – Florida Therapist for LGBTQ+, PTSD, Trauma & Anxiety Support
Discover compassionate, evidence-based therapy with Ariella Dragonberg, LCSW. Ariella is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Florida, bringing a wealth of knowledge, creativity, and warmth to her therapeutic practice. She specializes in supporting individuals navigating LGBTQ+ identities, trauma, PTSD, and anxiety, offering both in-person sessions in Clearwater and accessible telehealth services statewide.
Ariella is professionally trained in a range of evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Problem Solving Therapy (PST). Her approach is both scientific and intuitive—blending structured techniques with exploratory methods to foster deep, lasting healing.
While Ariella is equipped to work with clients of all ages, she has a special passion for working with adolescents. She offers after-school and evening group sessions in a safe, engaging, and collaborative environment. Her trauma-informed, advocacy-driven care is especially supportive for LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent youth.
Whether through confidence building, creative exploration, challenging societal norms, or guiding spiritual growth, Ariella’s mission is to help clients unlock their unique potential and achieve holistic well-being.