Are you ready to embark on a voyage to awaken your true self and reach your full potential? Voyage Counseling is ready to help you navigate big changes in your life as a trusted member of your crew. Voyage Counseling knows that you have the vision of the route you want to take in life, and is here to help support you with tools and knowledge to help you reach your destination.

Voyage Counseling
231 North Kentucky Avenue
Suite 214
Lakeland, Florida 33801
info@voyagecounseling.org
(863) 225-8058
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%

of all male youth suicides are from the LGBTQ+ community

%

of all adult transgender individuals have attempted suicide in their lifetime

%

of all LGBT+ youth who come out to their family are asked to leave home

Proudly serving the Central Florida community

Individual

Counseling

Telehealth

Counseling

Group

Therapy

Letter

Writing

Individual Counseling

Voyage Counseling provides counseling for individuals at any point in their journey:

  • One-on-one therapy for transgender and gender non-binary youth and/or a family member
  • One-on-one therapy for transgender and gender non-binary adults
  • One-on-one therapy for adults coping with issues related — but not limited — to sexual orientation
  • One-on-one therapy for youths coping with issues related — but not limited — to sexual orientation

Telehealth Counseling

Voyage Counseling is fully able to provide TeleHealth counseling services for individuals who are unable or unwilling to meet in-person, either due to chronic health issues, availability, preference, or physical location in the state of Florida.

Group Therapy

Depending on interest level and scheduling considerations, Kayla Renaud leads therapy groups for members of the transgender community looking to explore issues in a safe and caring environment. Kayla Renaud also leads group therapy for family members/friends/significant others of those who are members of the transgender community and looking to gain deeper understanding in how to navigate the new relationship dynamics in a healthy and responsible way for all parties.

Letter Writing

Voyage Counseling provides the necessary documentation needed for HRT treatment and Gender Affirming Surgery or procedures/services that require a letter from a mental health provider. Hormone therapy letters are only written for individuals 14+ and surgery letters are only written for individuals 16+, with support and education included for individuals and their caregivers. This is provided for clients under the care of Voyage Counseling and after careful exploration and consultation with the client. In addition, our clients also benefit from a network of medical and relevant service professionals to aid in one’s journey.

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An Institute of Medicine (IOM) report surveyed information on the health of LGBT individuals, including youth. In that report, it was found that “the disparities in both mental and physical health that are seen between LGBT and heterosexual and non-gender-variant youth are influenced largely by their experiences of stigma and discrimination during the development of their sexual orientation and gender identity.” Amongst the contributing factors are disproportionately high rates of physical and emotional bias and violence; rejection by families and peers; and inadequate support in schools, employment, and communities because of their sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.

As a mental health care provider, I am ethically bound to my clients and the community at large; my practice is a Safe Space. This means that there is no conversion therapy or invalidation of any kind. My general practice and physical office both hold space for genuine expression and exploration of self and authentic human growth. As a practitioner, I am only interested in evidence-based and ethically sound practice, and will not be utilized by family/friends/caregivers/spouses of individuals interested in challenging the identity of another.

Additionally, I am also a Safe Space for those with people in their lives who identify as part of the community and want to process, learn and grow in their relationship without causing harm.
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Crisis

The Trevor Project
(866) 488-7386

Crisis Hotline - Call (866) 488-7386

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678-678

Crisis Chatline - Text START to 678-678

Organizations

The Association of Gay and Lesbian Psychiatrists
http://www.aglp.org

Offers numerous resources for LGBT individuals experiencing mental health conditions and psychiatric professionals with LGBT clients

The LGBT National Help Center
http://www.glbtnationalhelpcenter.org | (800) 246-7743

Offers confidential peer support connections for LGBT youth, adults and seniors including phone, text and online chat

The National Center for Transgender Equality
https://transequality.org

Offers resources for transgender individuals, including information on the right to access health care

The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) National Help Center
http://www.glbtnationalhelpcenter.org

Provides vital peer-support, community connections and resource information to people with questions regarding sexual orientation and/or gender

Society for Sexual, Affectional, Intersex, and Gender Expansive Identities
https://saigecounseling.org/

Advocates for policy and inclusion of LGBTGEQIAP+ persons within the counseling profession and beyond

Providers

The Gay and Lesbian Medical Association's Provider Directory
https://www.glma.org

A search tool that can locate a LGBTQ-inclusive health care provider

OutCare
https://www.outcarehealth.org

The nation’s first comprehensive resource for LGBTQ+ healthcare

Legal

Florida Name Change
https://www.floridanamechange.org

A free service to help residents of Florida update their legal name and gender marker on official government identification
Espanol: floridanamechange.org/espanol.html

Transcend Legal
https://www.transcendlegal.org

A legal organization, run by trans attorneys, that help individual transgender people get the health care that they need, including help with coverage for hormones and surgeries.

Florida Rural Legal Services
https://wwww.flrs.org | (800) 277-7680

Assistance with various individual rights issues, like name, gender marker, and birth certificate changes.

Medical

Metro Inclusive Health
http://www.metrotampabay.org | (813) 232-3808

Metro Inclusive Health provides counseling, case management, psychiatry, & social services for Tampa Bay area.

Spektrum Health
https://spektrum.health | (407) 454-1363

LGBTQ+ primary care, medical transition, mental health counseling and medication management. Located in Orlando with online appointments statewide.

Dr. Hana Clements
(863) 687-9333

Primary care physician and HRT (hormone) prescriber in Lakeland. Dr. Clements provides hormones to transgender and intersex adults (18+) and requires a referral letter from a therapist before scheduling your appointment with her for hormones. She accepts most major medical insurance.

Kayla Renaud, LMHC

she/her or they/them

Licensed Mental Health Counselor Founder of Voyage Counseling info@voyagecounseling.org (863) 225-8058

Kayla Renaud is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and the founder of Voyage Counseling, a private practice based in Downtown Lakeland, Florida. Kayla offers both in-person and statewide TeleHealth services, with a focus on providing affirming, inclusive mental health care to individuals across the state.

Kayla specializes in gender-affirming therapy and is deeply committed to supporting transgender, nonbinary, and gender-expansive individuals in living authentically and confidently. Her practice welcomes LGBTQIAPK+ adolescents and adults, as well as individuals practicing consensual non-monogamy or involved in BDSM/kink communities—all within a safe, nonjudgmental therapeutic space.

A passionate advocate for neurodivergent clients, Kayla also has extensive experience working with autistic and ADHD individuals. Her approach is strengths-based, affirming, and collaborative. She provides accommodation letters for schools and workplaces, and writes surgical readiness letters for clients seeking gender-affirming medical care, following WPATH standards of care.

Kayla holds a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from the University of South Florida. She is a proud member of WPATH (World Professional Association for Transgender Health) and SAIGE (Society for Sexual, Affectional, Intersex, and Gender Expansive Identities), and remains committed to ongoing education and advocacy within the mental health field.

Outside the therapy room, Kayla is a board game enthusiast, a certified scuba diver, a Disney annual passholder, and a world traveler on a mission to try the spiciest vegetarian dish every country has to offer.

Lucy Elmazahy, MA

she/her

Marriage and Family Therapist Intern

Lucy Elmazahy is a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist Intern with experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through life’s challenges. She is passionate about helping clients build on their strengths, using Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and other evidence-based approaches to foster growth and lasting change.

Bilingual in English and Arabic, Lucy brings a culturally sensitive and inclusive lens to her work. She is an affirming counselor with meaningful experience working with both LGBTQ+ and non-LGBTQ+ couples, and she welcomes all relationship structures, including monogamous, polyamorous, and non-traditional dynamics. Her priority is creating a safe, supportive space where all clients feel seen, respected, and empowered.

Lucy values collaboration, autonomy, and effective interventions that promote resilience and personal development. She is currently in the process of becoming Gottman certified, further expanding her expertise in relationship work and enhancing her ability to support couples navigating communication issues, conflict, and emotional disconnection.

No matter the size of the challenge, Lucy is committed to helping her clients find clarity, cultivate hope, and move forward with confidence.

Cristhian Berly Burgos, MA

he/him

Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern

Cristhian Berly Burgos is a compassionate and dedicated counselor with a Master’s Degree in Psychological Counseling from Ana G. Méndez University. He holds a professional license in Educational Evaluation and Therapy in Puerto Rico and is a Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern in the state of Florida. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Psychology with a specialization in Counseling Psychology through Northcentral University in San Francisco, California.

Fluent in both English and Spanish, Cristhian is passionate about providing culturally responsive care to individuals and families from diverse backgrounds. His clinical experience includes working extensively with children and adolescents diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, and intellectual disabilities. He also works with adults of all ages, offering a flexible and empathetic therapeutic approach tailored to each person’s unique needs.

In addition to his counseling work, Cristhian has a strong foundation in psychological assessment. In Puerto Rico, he was licensed to administer a range of tools, including the WISC-V, WAIS-IV, BASC-3, and Vineland-3, among others. He is in the process of obtaining the necessary credentials to offer these assessments in the United States as well.

Cristhian is committed to fostering a safe, supportive space where clients can grow, heal, and thrive.

Daniel Munger, MA

he/him

Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern

Daniel Munger is a Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern in the state of Florida with over 12 years of experience supporting adults through a wide range of mental health challenges. He is in the final stages of becoming a fully licensed Mental Health Counselor and brings a strong clinical foundation and compassionate presence to his work.

Daniel specializes in substance use disorders and is particularly passionate about helping clients unearth the underlying emotional and psychological factors that lead to self-medicating behaviors. He approaches this work with empathy, curiosity, and a deep respect for each individual’s unique journey. His goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore the roots of their struggles and begin building healthier, more sustainable ways of coping.

In addition to his work with substance use, Daniel has extensive experience supporting clients with depression, anxiety, and major life transitions. His clinical background includes work in outpatient clinics, inpatient treatment centers, and community-based programs, allowing him to bring a grounded, adaptable, and client-centered approach to therapy.

Daniel is committed to helping clients develop self-awareness, emotional resilience, and long-term strategies for growth and healing.