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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 211 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.

Senethia Walton

Senethia Walton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Birmingham, AL


“I believe that therapy is a collaborative process, and I work with each client to identify their unique needs, strengths, and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Tara Lawton

Tara Lawton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.9 mi away • Hoover, AL


“My style is open, nonjudgmental, and collaborative. I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine partnership—one where you feel safe to be vulnerable, explore difficult emotions, and take steady steps toward growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Jennifer Reynolds

Dr. Jennifer Reynolds

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.5 mi away • Birmingham, AL


“I have realized that she likes outpatient private practice the best because she can really do great work with clients to assist them in becoming the best version of themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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 5 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 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Odele Prentice

Odele Prentice

Therapist

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


“My treatment is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, but I rely on an eclectic approach to therapy in order to best meet your needs!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 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 10 insurance carriers
Netria Hill

Netria Hill

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • McCalla, AL


“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 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 6 insurance carriers
Kennedi Lawson

Kennedi Lawson

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach to therapy is treating it like the journey it is. I have a mindful, guided approach that I hope will make you comfortable and promote grace and gratitude...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
LaNitra Lee

LaNitra Lee

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I've been a licensed therapist for 8 years, and in that time I've sat with people through just about every kind of hard season: anxiety that won't let up, depression that makes everything feel heavy, the pull of substance use, anger that's costing...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brittani Woods

Brittani Woods

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I often work with high-functioning women and men, mothers, executives, leaders, athletes, and professionals who look put together on the outside but struggle with self-doubt, hidden stress, and emotions that feel out of control.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Trevor Dahle

Trevor Dahle

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I bring a calm, grounded, and practical presence to therapy. Clients often tell me they appreciate my straightforward style...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Natasha Rawlins

Natasha Rawlins

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


When life feels heavy, it’s easy to feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from the version of yourself you want to be.

I help individuals navigate depression, anxiety, life stress, and major transitions while building confidence and clarity. I offer in-person sessions in Tennessee and telehealth for clients in both Tennessee and Alabama.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
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 6 insurance carriers
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 12 insurance carriers
LaShundra Vines

LaShundra Vines

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I am an empathetic, empowering, and communicative therapist who provides perspective on the connection between a person's past and present issues.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Diana Sturm, MS, Ed.S.

Diana Sturm, MS, Ed.S.

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe therapy isn't about fixing you because you aren't broken. It's about creating a space where you can safely explore your experiences, understand yourself more deeply, and discover new ways of moving through life with confidence and...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Fallon Reynolds

Fallon Reynolds

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a real conversation, not a place where you feel judged or pressured.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Denise Bolden-Little

Denise Bolden-Little

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach is warm, energetic, and engaging, with a strong belief that healing happens through genuine connection and practical strategies tailored to an individual's unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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 7 insurance carriers
Beverly Taylor

Beverly Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to move toward healing and meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sandra Kather Dye

Sandra Kather Dye

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I will help you explore your strengths and build the coping skills needed for your unique challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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 11 insurance carriers
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 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Romalyn Aaron

Romalyn Aaron

Therapist

Virtual • Jasper, AL


Hi! Thank you for taking the time to get to know me. I am Romalyn Aaron, but you can call me Roma (like the tomato!). I have over 10 years of experience as a therapist working with all age groups from toddlers and the elderly. I have worked with a wide range of mental health disorders from adjustment disorders to anxiety and depression. I specialize in trauma, substance use disorders, familial relationship hardships, crisis intervention, and behavioral management. I obtained both a bachelor and a master degrees in psychology, a master in human services, a master in education, a master in counseling and doctoral level education specialist. I am currently working on my Doctorate in Education (EdD) in Community Mental Health Traumatology specialty. I am an Army combat Veteran with experience in working with Veterans and their families and connecting them with community services and resources. I am looking forward to working with you and be a part of your healing journey! I am here to help light up your path! Stronger together! See you soon!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brian Kane

Brian Kane

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I have extensive history with behavioral concerns with children aged 6-18, and my passion is working with survivors of abuse of all ages!”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dashon McNelley

Dashon McNelley

Therapist

Virtual • Dothan, AL


“I offer a laid back environment, while using CBT and talk therapy to assist clients in working through a multitude of problems.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 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
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
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
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
Emily Lawler

Emily Lawler

Therapist

Virtual • Mobile, AL


“My goal is to create a space where individuals are truly heard, valued, and accepted for who they are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Mary Harbin

Mary Harbin

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I specialize in the kind of pain that doesn't respond to talk alone. The kind that lives in the body and replays on its own schedule, no matter how much you try to move on.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 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
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
Leigh Hewes

Leigh Hewes

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe you are the expert on your own life — my role is to walk alongside you, not to hand you a map.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 5 insurance carriers
Tammy Ziegler McCreery

Tammy Ziegler McCreery

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Huntsville, AL


“I prioritize creating a calm, nonjudgmental space where difficult conversations can happen honestly.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Birmingham, AL

Number of therapists serving Birmingham, AL
There are over 202 therapists in Birmingham, AL accepting new patients.
202+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 89%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 96%Cigna
  • 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 66%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
  • 45%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 1%German
  • 1%Spanish
  • 1%Tagalog
How they see their clients
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  • 78%Online only
  • 22%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 82%Woman
  • 16%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 51%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 42%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Licensed Psychologist
  • 1%Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 46%Family therapy
  • 36%Couples therapy
  • 20%Child or adolescent therapy

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