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LGBT therapists in Surprise, AZ

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Surprise, AZ

Find open-minded, warm therapists in Surprise who specialize in supporting LGBTQIA+ mental health and identity exploration. Headway offers flexible scheduling with availability within two weeks, free intake consultations, and works directly with your insurance so you can focus on your care without worrying about costs.

Dr. Deneice Wickens

Dr. Deneice Wickens

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


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📅 Calendar: https://calendar.app.google/mthW2bCyu8UjfChA9

Hi, I’m Dr. Deneice, DNP, MBA, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC. I am a doctoral-prepared, board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and owner of Eden Total Care.

I provide concierge-style virtual psychiatric care for young-feeling adults at any age who are navigating anxiety, depression, insomnia, PTSD, PMDD, ADHD, autism-related concerns, mood symptoms, emotional overwhelm, burnout, and diagnostic uncertainty.

My primary role is psychiatric evaluation and medication management. I also incorporate supportive therapy, life coaching, and holistic guidance when appropriate. My goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and properly treated — not rushed, dismissed, or reduced to a diagnosis.

Appointment Guide:

New clients: 40-minute initial assessment

Returning clients: 20-minute follow-up

Self-Pay clients: may request longer appointments

Please email or message me before booking an appointment to ensure availability. Limited appointment times are available, and emailing directly is the fastest way to get started.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Monique Preston

Monique Preston

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“Think of me as your trusty sidekick with a bag of evidenced based tools and interventions to use on our journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
David Culver

David Culver

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe the stories we tell ourselves about our past, future, and present influence the way we feel and behave.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nirit Simon

Nirit Simon

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


IMMEDIATE AVAILABILITY FOR NEW CLIENTS. In my practice, I help people get better at managing their reactions to life's inevitable stressors. My specialties include managing anxiety and OCD, working with later life or adult AUTISM diagnosis, walking through challenging transitions, and working on skills that improve accountability to self. I enjoy working with a diverse clientele. I am LGBTQ+ affirming as well as affirming of neurodiversity.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Identity issues, OCD, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Lopez

Christina Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, anxiety, PTSD, depression, addiction, & severe mental health illnesses.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bree Scott

Bree Scott

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe that mental health care should be compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each individual's unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Katina Walker

Katina Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My practice centers on helping clients navigate the emotional complexities of infertility, postpartum, perinatal mental health, anxiety, and trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Darlington Igbokwe

Dr. Darlington Igbokwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“My approach to mental health care is centered on building trust and understanding, ensuring that each client feels heard and respected.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jean-Marie Schweizer

Jean-Marie Schweizer

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I work from an existential-humanistic perspective, focusing on individuals' meaning-making and recognizing their strive toward self-actualization.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laurie Raymond

Laurie Raymond

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


Hi there! My name is Laurie. I’m a warm, supportive psychotherapist who helps individuals and young adults (15+) feel safe, understood and hopeful as they work through challenges. I use a trauma-informed approach and am trained in EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (A.R.T.), CBT, and several other evidence-based modalities. Before becoming a therapist, I worked on camera as a news anchor and reporter across several states, which deepened my understanding of people’s stories and resilience. I’m bilingual, having lived in Argentina for roughly two years. And here's my happiest trait.... I'm a mom to four adult kids and a grandmother to three!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Holly Shannon

Holly Shannon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Scottsdale, AZ


I'm Holly, a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 23 years of clinical experience in psychiatric care and maternal-child health. This dual background has shaped how I see mental health: not as something separate from the rest of your life, but deeply woven into every transition, relationship, and challenge you face. My work taught me that women's mental health—especially during pregnancy, postpartum, and hormonal transitions—requires specialized understanding and individualized care.

I provide comprehensive psychiatric treatment for adults across a broad spectrum of conditions: perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD and trauma-related disorders, personality disorders, depression, anxiety, panic disorder, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia spectrum conditions. I have particular expertise in women's mental health throughout the reproductive years, though I welcome anyone seeking compassionate, evidence-based care.

My approach is straightforward: effective treatment should fit your real life. I combine psychiatric interventions—including medication management when appropriate—with practical therapeutic strategies and lifestyle modifications that actually work for you. I'll help you understand what's happening, why it's happening, and what options make sense for your unique situation.

What matters most to me is seeing you as a whole person—not just a diagnosis. You have strengths, values, relationships, and goals that deserve attention alongside your symptoms. Whether you're managing a long-standing condition, processing trauma, navigating major life changes, or simply seeking better balance, you deserve a provider who recognizes your potential and partners with you toward sustainable wellness.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kimberly Farmer

Kimberly Farmer

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I use a client-centered, holistic approach to therapy that empowers you by teaching new skills and providing tools to help you live your best life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Matthew Tapia

Matthew Tapia

Therapist

Virtual • Phoenix, AZ


“I bring together two distinct disciplines: the relational depth of individual and family therapy, and the science-backed precision of behavioral analysis.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amanda Long

Amanda Long

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Flagstaff, AZ


“I see our relationship as a true partnership. While I bring clinical knowledge and evidence-based treatment approaches, you bring the most important element—intimate knowledge of your own experience, strengths, and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tiffany Blevins

Tiffany Blevins

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I am a licensed clinical social worker in Kansas, Colorado, Oklahoma, Iowa, North Dakota, Arizona and Idaho with over 20 years of experience working with adults struggling with difficult relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma and grief/loss.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Mitchica Smith

Mitchica Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My approach is direct and solution-oriented, blending clinical expertise with the profound life lessons that have shaped my perspective on resilience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Daniel Garcia

Daniel Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


I understand depression and anxiety from both the client and therapist point of view. I know what it is like to feel sad for no apparent reason. I bring my personal and professional experience to help my clients to live happy, productive, and purposeful lives.


LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Andrea Leonardi

Andrea Leonardi

Therapist

Virtual • Phoenix, AZ


“I love working collaboratively with my clients. We set up goals together but I provide options for treatment and meet clients where they are at.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Direct, Energetic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Akilah Martin

Akilah Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I use a combination of questions and reflections to progress the session and think of the counseling process as a collaboration between myself and each client.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Vaughn Tsoutsouris

Dr. Vaughn Tsoutsouris

Psychologist

Virtual • Phoenix, AZ


“The comprehension of our the most genuine and organic aspects of ourselves is at the core of successful psychotherapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal McCarthy

Crystal McCarthy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe healing begins when people feel truly seen, heard, and respected—not rushed or reduced to a diagnosis.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shara Ally

Shara Ally

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Scottsdale, AZ


“I translate complex research into clear, practical care plans that help my patients feel informed and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marina Randall

Marina Randall

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine partnership built on trust, honesty, and compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Aiden Sismondo

Aiden Sismondo

Therapist

Virtual • Phoenix, AZ


I’m Aiden, a Licensed Clinical Social worker that is specialize in trauma informed care and LGBTQIA affirming therapy. My clients would say that I am a warm and down-to-earth therapist that affirms and gives space for you to be yourself.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gloria Emerson

Gloria Emerson

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I prefer a holistic approach with training in Art Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Bibliotherapy, and Somatic Approaches.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Micaela Pericone-Kapp

Micaela Pericone-Kapp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Mesa, AZ


“I understand how these conditions can profoundly impact every aspect of your life, often in ways that feel overwhelming or isolating.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Timothy Korm

Timothy Korm

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“I conduct a thorough evaluation of both your mental and physical symptoms, focusing on how they interact to shape your overall well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brent Gunderson

Brent Gunderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tucson, AZ


“I've also faced challenges in my own life, and I leverage that understanding to help my clients overcome theirs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Halloran

Joseph Halloran

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) providing compassionate, evidence-based care to adolescents and adults. My approach blends clinical expertise with a collaborative, patient-centered philosophy, I believe treatment works best when you feel heard, understood, and actively involved in your care.

I earned my graduate degree in psychiatric-mental health nursing from Northern Kentucky University and have experience treating a wide range of conditions, including anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, trauma-related conditions, mood disorders, and medication management for complex psychiatric presentations. My background includes working with individuals navigating life transitions, high-achieving professionals experiencing burnout, and patients seeking thoughtful, personalized medication management.

I specialize in comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management, with a focus on clarity, safety, and long-term stability. I aim to avoid overmedication while ensuring symptoms are effectively treated. When appropriate, I integrate supportive therapy techniques into sessions to help patients build insight, resilience, and practical coping strategies.

My practice is fully telehealth-based, allowing for convenient, private access to care. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable discussing what’s really going on — without judgment — and to work together toward meaningful, sustainable improvement in your mental health.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Aaron Ronn

Aaron Ronn

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I know firsthand that yesterday does not have to define tomorrow — and that hope, more than almost anything else, has the power to change the trajectory of a life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shara Ally

Shara Ally

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Phoenix, AZ


“My clinical approach combines precision with partnership. I use measurement-based care, structured symptom tracking that guides our treatment adjustments and minimizes trial-and-error.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Crystal Thomson

Crystal Thomson

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe in the clients ability to make a change and that they all have strengths that can help them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
David Porter

David Porter

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe that every person has strengths and resilience that can be built upon, even during life's most difficult challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Adam Arsenault

Adam Arsenault

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe the best care comes from listening first, partnering with families and patients, and using evidence-based treatment to support lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Tuwana Wingfield

Dr. Tuwana Wingfield

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My therapy style is warm and interactive; I believe in treating everyone with dignity, respect, sensitivity, and compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Gates

Laura Gates

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My approach is warm, direct and conversational using evidence based treatments to assist you in making the changes needed to improve your relationships including your relationship with yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Emily Thomas

Emily Thomas

Psychologist

Virtual • Flagstaff, AZ


Emily offers a truly personalized approach to treatment, working closely with each individual to craft tailored goals and strategies that pave the way for success. With a background in higher education and research, Emily combines evidence-based methods with clinical expertise and adaptability, creating an environment where clients are empowered to thrive and achieve.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Klueppel

Laura Klueppel

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I enjoy teaching all of the most effective techniques I have learned over the years, so that all of my clients feel like they are leaving with more knowledge and control over their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Christopher Brown

Christopher Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“A trauma-informed therapist is a compassionate mental health professional who prioritizes safety, trust, and empowerment...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Daniel Madden

Daniel Madden

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“My background includes over five years of psychiatric healthcare experience, which has shaped a calm and practical approach to medication management and therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Surprise, AZ

Number of therapists serving Surprise, AZ
There are over 608 therapists in Surprise, AZ accepting new patients.
608+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 89%Stress management
  • 86%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 84%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • 47%Oxford
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 8%Spanish
  • 1%Tagalog
How they see their clients
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  • 86%Online only
  • 14%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 77%Woman
  • 22%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 38%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 26%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 25%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 4%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 31%Family therapy
  • 24%Couples therapy
  • 13%Child or adolescent therapy

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