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LGBT therapists in Birmingham, AL

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Birmingham, AL

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Birmingham with 183 licensed providers who offer affirming, open-minded mental healthcare. Access virtual or in-person sessions covering gender and sexual identity concerns, with many patients paying as low as $0 per session through insurance.

Susan Rohwedder

Susan Rohwedder

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Birmingham, AL


I am a licensed professional counselor. I have been working in the mental health field for over six years. I have a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I love working with people from all walks of life.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtney Benjamin

Courtney Benjamin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Birmingham, AL


“I believe people are born with enormous potential. Along the way, life can bring experiences... that slow our momentum or result in us feeling disconnected from the life that we imagined.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mikala Pickens

Mikala Pickens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Birmingham, AL


I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes therapy should be a space where you feel understood, respected, and free to be yourself. I work with adolescents, adults, and couples, with a focus on anxiety, depression, anger, relationships, life transitions, autism, ADHD, and neurodivergence. My goal is to help clients better understand themselves, navigate challenges, and create meaningful, fulfilling lives.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mandy Carter

Mandy Carter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Alabaster, AL


Your Story. Your Purpose. Your Identity. Healing isn't about becoming someone new—it's about uncovering who you've always been. Life has a way of shaping us. Painful experiences, trauma, loss, relationships, and fear can leave us carrying beliefs and protective patterns that once helped us survive, but now no longer serve us. Together, we'll explore your story, heal unresolved wounds, challenge limiting beliefs, and reconnect with the authentic identity that's been there all along.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Daniel McAlpine

Daniel McAlpine

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Hayden, AL


“My approach is flexible and client-centered, drawing on a variety of therapeutic methods to ensure the process is guided by each client's unique needs and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Christopher Murphy

Christopher Murphy

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


Chris is a Licensed Professional Counselor with several years of experience delivering holistic, trauma-informed, and client-centered care. His integrative therapeutic approach draws on Brainspotting, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and multicultural counseling. As a therapist, his goal is to empower you to tap into your inner strength and resilience, giving you the tools to reclaim control over your life. He strives to create a space that is compassionate and empathetic; a space where you can express yourself freely and without judgement. Chris collaborates with clients to address life’s transitions, chronic health concerns, trauma, grief, stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, and identity-related issues.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Tiffany Payne

Tiffany Payne

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My goal is to help clients create meaningful, lasting change that extends beyond the therapy session.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Fernanda Cutrone Krumm, Lpc/Lmhc/Lcpc

Fernanda Cutrone Krumm, Lpc/Lmhc/Lcpc

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I practice psychotherapy in a way that resists fragmentation - you are not a set of symptoms, a diagnosis, a singular system, a metric, a piece of data.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtney Hawkins

Courtney Hawkins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Huntsville, AL


I specialize in Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar, anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, identity/LGBTQIA+ concerns, ADHD, and relationship/couples issues.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Marzell Parker

Marzell Parker

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


I have counseling work experience in residential, community agency, college counseling center and outpatient settings. I have experience with adolescents and adults, providing personal, psychoeducational and psychosocial counseling services. I also have experience in working with families and caregivers. Additionally, I have experience working with adults in crisis and with substance abuse problems. I am licensed in North Carolina as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate. In addition, I am Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level II and Certified Personality Disorder Treatment Provider. I have worked in the mental health field for over twenty years. I graduated from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University with a Master of Science degree in Counseling (Agency) in 2009. I received my Associate Licensure in 2012 and worked under supervision until receiving full licensure in 2018.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
LeShawna Ford-Threatt

LeShawna Ford-Threatt

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My therapeutic style combines empathy, honesty, and practical strategies that clients can apply outside of the therapy room.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Netria Hill

Netria Hill

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My goal is to help every client to gain the needed coping skills to live life as normal as they can...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Weston

Mary Weston

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


Greetings, my name is Mary Dawn Weston, and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I have an MSW from the University of Southern California with a sub concentration in anxiety, PTSD, and codependency. In addition, I obtained a BA in Philosophy and a BA in Sociology. My professional background includes 5 years as the director of the Pre-Release program for the Alabama Department of Corrections, 3 years as a child abuse/neglect investigator as well as 4 years in private practice as a therapist.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Bridgett Walker

Bridgett Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My goal is to offer a supportive, practical space where you or your teen can feel heard, understood, and equipped with tools for real life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kentrell Thomas

Kentrell Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I strive to create a welcoming, judgment-free space where you can be yourself, feel heard, and explore what's weighing on you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Emma Huber

Emma Huber

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“Not the Instagram version of healing, but real change that lets you actually be yourself, build authentic relationships, and finally put down some of that weight you've been carrying.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elisa Holm

Elisa Holm

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


Hi! I am so glad you are here! Life can feel heavy sometimes, whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, grief, addiction, trauma, or simply feeling like you've lost yourself along the way. You don't have to carry it all alone. With over 11 years of experience, I work with adults, seniors, couples, and families to create a space where you can slow down, feel genuinely heard, and begin moving toward the life you want. My goal is to help you find clarity, reconnect with your strengths, and remember that healing is possible.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Sims

Samantha Sims

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I bring both clinical expertise and a deeply human, supportive approach to every session; I would be honored to work with you as you develop a more manageable and meaningful life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
David Bailey

David Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My experience has been with adolescents and young and emerging adults in psychiatric care, child-welfare, eating disorder treatment, and the prison system.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Bri Mumpower

Bri Mumpower

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I take a collaborative, person-centered approach to therapy and believe that the client is the expert of themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alicia Long

Alicia Long

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I create tailored plans to the individual, with the goal of fostering a balanced and fulfilling life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jonathan Wetzel

Jonathan Wetzel

Therapist

Virtual • Rainbow City, AL


“I've also been diagnosed with ADHD and OCD myself, which shapes how I approach clients navigating similar struggles.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Jason Orrock

Dr. Jason Orrock

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


It is my mission to foster greater self-awareness and self- care, while improving individuals' ability to love their self and others, ultimately striving to live a fulfilled life. I strive to support the community by providing individual, couples counseling. I am experienced in working with individuals 18 & up that suffer from: anxiety, anger, blended families, career exploration, couples counseling, depression, family conflict, PTSD, relationships, self-control, sex counseling, sexual orientation, social skills, substance abuse, trauma and sports performance in athletics.

I specialize in following areas: Couples Counseling, PTSD, Anxiety, Adolescents and Depression. My goal is to empower my clients to break negative patterns of thinking, feeling and communicating, developing a heightened self- awareness that will produce lifestyle change resulting in greater mental, physical and spiritual functioning within their lives.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Victoria Conner-Hearn

Victoria Conner-Hearn

Therapist

Virtual • Hoover, AL


“I specialist in anxiety, trauma and women's issues. I have years of experience working with survivors of abuse, neglect, sexual assault, domestic violence and narcissistic abuse.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rebecca Goodwin

Rebecca Goodwin

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe clients already carry strengths, insight, and resilience, and therapy can help bring those forward in ways that create real change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Gregory Smith

Gregory Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Huntsville, AL


“I understand dissociation as a protective adaptation, not a flaw, and therapy is approached with respect, patience, and clinical precision.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Angelia Holland-Dunning

Angelia Holland-Dunning

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I've spent over 20 years helping adults and teens find their footing again. As an Air Force veteran, I understand firsthand the weight that military life can carry.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Amanda Ezell

Amanda Ezell

Therapist

Virtual • Daleville, AL


“Finding a therapist who understands your life should not require spending your sessions explaining or defending who you are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kristina Beard

Kristina Beard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Decatur, AL


“I work with children, teens, and adults who are tired of feeling controlled by their past, their emotions, or the ways they've learned to cope.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Claudia Acosta

Claudia Acosta

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I am a compassionate mental health therapist dedicated to creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard, understood and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Courtney Wood

Courtney Wood

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach is compassionate, warm, and collaborative - I aim to create a safe space where you feel comfortable being yourself, while also focusing on practical tools and strategies to help you move forward.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cathleen Menda

Cathleen Menda

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I have worked with children, adults, and families helping them navigate life's challenges such as anxiety and depression due to trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Andrea Paige

Andrea Paige

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, we'll look at how thoughts affect your emotions and experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Candace Bailey

Candace Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach to therapy is rooted in a person-centered philosophy, where I believe every individual holds the key to their growth and healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jerusalem Brown

Jerusalem Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


You may already know why you overfunction, people-please, silence yourself, or keep repeating patterns in relationships that leave you drained. Insight matters, but it is not the finish line. I help people turn what they know into boundaries, emotional self-trust, and choices that reflect the life they are ready to lead.

I’m a licensed psychotherapist, a nationally certified counselor, a former adjunct psychology instructor in higher education, and the founder of Mental Health Monarchs. With more than 15 years of experience in mental health, including 6 years as a therapist, I work with adults navigating childhood trauma, emotional neglect, family dysfunction, identity concerns, and toxic relationship patterns.

My style is intuitive, culturally grounded, curious, and compassion-forward. We’ll explore what is underneath your patterns without making therapy feel stiff or overly clinical. We can leave the work voice outside. I’m not code-switching with you. Cool?

This space is best suited for people who are ready for honest reflection and willing to begin using new tools in real time, in real life. I give homework.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jacquelyn Wellmeier

Jacquelyn Wellmeier

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a strong background in trauma-informed care, anxiety treatment, and grief work. I believe therapy should feel safe, collaborative, and respectful of your lived experience. I understand how past trauma, chronic stress, and life transitions can shape the nervous system and impact daily functioning, even when life looks “okay” on the outside. My role is to meet you where you are, without judgment, and help you make sense of your experiences while building practical tools for healing. I value authenticity, emotional safety, and meaningful connection in the therapeutic relationship.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ashelea McCain

Ashelea McCain

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I honor every part of your identity—including race, culture, gender, and lived experiences—and strive to create an inclusive space for BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ individuals, professionals, veterans, and families involved with Child Protective Services.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tony Gunn

Tony Gunn

Therapist

Virtual • Mobile, AL


I am Tony Gunn, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am also a Substance Abuse Professional and a board certified transgender care therapist. I value connection, trust, and respect.

I work with adults, teens, families, and couples. My focus areas include LGBTQIA+ clients, gender nonconforming clients, transgender care, sexual health concerns, trauma, grief, mood concerns, and major life transitions.

You receive care grounded in empathy, cultural awareness, and collaboration. Sessions center on clear goals, practical skills, and meaningful insight. I create a space where you feel heard, supported, and understood without judgment.

I provide services through in-person and telehealth settings. My approach blends evidence-based practice with care shaped around your needs, values, and lived experience. My goal centers on supporting clarity, stability, and long-term well-being through an affirming therapeutic relationship.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tracy Jones

Tracy Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe mental health matters, and everyone deserves a safe, supportive space where they feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kettia Duperval

Kettia Duperval

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


I speak Haitian Creole!

I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage! I am here to support you in that process.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Birmingham, AL

Number of therapists serving Birmingham, AL
There are over 187 therapists in Birmingham, AL accepting new patients.
187+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 88%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 95%Cigna
  • 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 67%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
  • 42%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 1%French
  • 1%Spanish
  • 1%German
  • 1%Haitian Creole
How they see their clients
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  • 85%Online only
  • 15%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 81%Woman
  • 17%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 48%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 43%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Licensed Psychologist
  • 1%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - Private Independent Practice
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 47%Family therapy
  • 37%Couples therapy
  • 20%Child or adolescent therapy

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