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LGBT therapists in Arizona

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Arizona

Find LGBTQIA+-competent mental healthcare in Arizona with Headway's network of 605 licensed providers ready to support your wellbeing. Sessions can be scheduled as soon as next day, conducted virtually or in-person, with average savings of 75% on care through insurance coverage.

Sandra Carothers

Sandra Carothers

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I love connecting with individual clients providing them with unconditional support so they can learn to accept themselves and create a wonderful life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Identity issues, OCD
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Iliana Tintos

Iliana Tintos

Therapist

Virtual • Scottsdale, AZ


“I believe that we are all worthy and capable of finding peace, balance, and healing, and it is my passion to help people find their way.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Cyrus Behrana

Cyrus Behrana

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Scottsdale, AZ


“I work to create a safe, affirming space where clients can explore, grow, and build the skills needed to navigate life's challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ryan Call

Ryan Call

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mesa, AZ


“I have a warm personality and fairly broad training that has lead me to a holistic approach for therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, OCD
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Contreras

Samantha Contreras

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tucson, AZ


“My role as a therapist is to support you and to challenge you on your path to self-improvement and self-empowerment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Vickey Simmons-Hart

Vickey Simmons-Hart

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“Clients often describe me as nurturing but direct, emotionally present, and grounded in real-life wisdom.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Caballero

Jonathan Caballero

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My approach is experience-driven and real. I tend to stay away from clinical jargon and try my best to form organic and trusting relationships with my clients.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Marlay Brownson

Marlay Brownson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Phoenix, AZ


“One of my key areas of expertise is working with veterans and first responders, populations who often face unique mental health challenges due to the high-stress nature of their work and the trauma they encounter.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Natasha Montoya

Natasha Montoya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“I integrate careful medication management with meaningful therapeutic conversation, so treatment decisions are informed by context, not just symptoms.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Phillips

Amanda Phillips

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I am trained in EMDR and Hypnotherapy. I have worked with people who have PNES, trauma, depression, anxiety, and other disorders.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Andrea Landsman

Andrea Landsman

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My goal is to create a space where you can explore what's on your mind without pressure or pretense...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer Ruggeri

Jennifer Ruggeri

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy and evidence-based techniques, allowing me to create a safe and nurturing environment for my clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Sussan Goldsworthy

Dr. Sussan Goldsworthy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“At Holistic Psychiatry and Wellness Center, we blend holistic psychiatry with traditional medical techniques to create personalized treatment plans that cater to each patient's unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Eating disorders, PTSD
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jake Jones

Jake Jones

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“My approach blends thoughtful medication management with solution-focused therapy, always grounded in compassion and respect.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Alexius Carter

Dr. Alexius Carter

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“A client will always feel that I was 100% engage in the session and walk away feeling heard and validated.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
April Shields

April Shields

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“Therapy with me blends CBT, EMDR, mindful self-compassion, and somatic tools to support healing and resilience, so you can manage anxiety and burnout with confidence.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Christine Ewald

Christine Ewald

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe that we all have a need to feel truly heard and understood in a safe and supportive space.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Daniel Kremin

Dr. Daniel Kremin

Psychologist

Virtual • Arizona


“Psychotherapy is NOT a one size fits all approach to improving mental health. Therapy needs to be structured to the nature and needs of the parties involved.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Racheal Bell

Racheal Bell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“I take an integrative approach to treatment, providing evidence-based medication management with therapeutic techniques and lifestyle modification.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jodene Jensen

Jodene Jensen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fountain Hills, AZ


“I offer medication management with supportive therapy in a safe, compassionate, and warm space where you are heard and valued.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Charles Snider

Charles Snider

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I have training and experience in the areas of depression, anxiety, trauma, LGBTQIA+, and relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mary Colburn

Mary Colburn

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I like to say I "meet clients where they are at." We will explore issues you believe are holding you back from meeting your goals in life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christopher DeFranco

Christopher DeFranco

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


Christopher has over 10 years of experience working with adolescents and adults struggling with a variety of life stressors including LGBTQ+ issues, chemical dependency, depression and anxiety. He also has extensive experience working with neurodiversity, eating disorders, and PTSD.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Pangilinan

Ashley Pangilinan

Therapist

Virtual • Chandler, AZ


“I believe bringing our full humanity into the room matters, and that healing happens best when you feel genuinely seen and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Lindsay Werkheiser

Dr. Lindsay Werkheiser

Psychologist

Virtual • Arizona


I specialize in working with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, life transitions, interpersonal relationship challenges, and difficulties with assertiveness.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Andrea Douglas

Andrea Douglas

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I bring a compassionate and collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring evidence-based methods like CBT, SFT, and trauma-informed care to fit each client's unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cristiane Lyndaker

Cristiane Lyndaker

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe in the therapeutical power of an open minded, non-judgmental environment where people feel they can share their feelings, fears, questions and opinions freely.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gary Zarchy

Gary Zarchy

Therapist

Virtual • Gilbert, AZ


“I hope that all my clients can expect to feel unconditionally supported and learn tools and skills they can use to move forward in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Karen McIntosh

Karen McIntosh

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My work is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness practices, and trauma-informed care, which allows me to adapt sessions to meet the unique needs of each client.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
John Swearengin

John Swearengin

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I've been doing this work for over 43 years — and what still drives me is the same thing that did at the start: watching people move from stuck to unstuck.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Toribio Garcia

Toribio Garcia

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe that genuine emotional growth flourishes when we balance robust, evidence-based clinical practices with a deeply authentic human connection.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Melissa Drinkman

Melissa Drinkman

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I approach therapy from a collaborative space. I work with people to determine the most appropriate path to healing and growth that is suited to you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lisa Vanderpool

Lisa Vanderpool

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I am neurodivergent and part of the LGBTQIA+ community, so I am committed to providing a safe and welcoming therapeutic space for all.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Joe Gladden

Joe Gladden

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My warm and affirming nature aims to create a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Diane Bernard

Diane Bernard

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“Through our work together you will gain clarity, build resilience, and leave each session with practical tools to create meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Laura Phillips

Laura Phillips

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I have 23 years of experience helping people to improve their lives and relationships with proven cognitive behavioral techniques and solution-focused strategies.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Antonia Sloan

Antonia Sloan

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I aspire to find the best approach that will enable you to gain insights, achieve personal growth and develop happiness within your life and personal relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Patricia Elias

Patricia Elias

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Phoenix, AZ


“With more than 35 years of clinical experience, I've worked with people through some of the most difficult periods of their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jessica Faltinowski

Jessica Faltinowski

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Phoenix, AZ


“My practice is founded on the belief that every person possesses inherent resilience and capacity for growth, even amid significant mental health struggles.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jessica Shetzen

Jessica Shetzen

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


Nice to meet you! I’m Jessica, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience working with adults. Clients often describe me as warm, direct, and easy to talk to.

I specialize in supporting LGBTQIA+ clients and adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship stress, and major life transitions. My goal is to create a space where you can be fully yourself and feel supported while doing meaningful work.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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