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LGBT therapists in Tempe, AZ


Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Tempe, AZ
Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Tempe with 659 affirming, open-minded providers who understand gender and sexual identity. Access virtual or in-person therapy with flexible scheduling and support from our network of empowering mental health professionals.
I am a Arizona Board Certified Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has been working in the Mental Health field for the past 8 years. I received my Bachelor's Degree in Psychology at Arizona State University and my Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Grand Canyon University. I also hold a post-graduate certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy. I have been providing individual counseling for the past 4 years. I am passionate about helping others heal through past trauma.
Outside of therapy, I enjoy traveling and dance—I'm part of a dance team and love exploring new places whenever I can :)
Hi, I’m Nichole, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Arizona, dedicated to helping individuals navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and other issues. I offer a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported. My practice is LGBTQIA affirming, and I strive to create an inclusive environment where all identities are respected. Together, we’ll work toward healing, growth, and building the life you deserve.
I believe that we all have the capacity for healing within ourselves. I work with clients of all ages. My goal is to instill hope and healing for clients presenting with concerns related to post-traumatic stress, attachment, anxiety, grief/loss, depression, disruptive behaviors, social skills, parenting, and/or relational distress.
Hi, I’m Breecole Valdez! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and the owner of Moods Counseling Services. I earned my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2018 and have since dedicated myself to helping people navigate mental health challenges with compassion, understanding, and a down-to-earth vibe. My experience includes leading mental health and DBT IOP groups at Aurora Behavioral Health, and interning at Healthy Futures in Scottsdale.
Welcome! I am an experienced Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 20 years of experience in mental health and behavioral health settings. My professional background includes working with individual and families, as well as experience in corrections and community-based mental health services. I earned a graduate degree in counseling from Northern Arizona University in 2012 and have been practicing as a Licensed Professional Counselor since 2017. I support adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, grief and loss, stress, and life transitions. I provide therapy in both English and Spanish and strive to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel hears, understood, and comfortable being themselves.
My name is Carolina. I've been a therapist for nearly 9 years in NM.
About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of Tempe, AZ



- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 95%Anxiety
- 90%Stress management
- 90%Depression
- 87%Trauma

- 100%Aetna
- 85%Cigna
- 82%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
- 77%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 49%Curative

- 100%English
- 3%Spanish
- 2%Farsi
- 2%Russian
- 2%Swahili

- 97%In-person or online
- 3%In-person only

- 79%Woman
- 20%Man
- 2%Non-binary

- 41%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 26%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
- 25%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 5%Psychologist
- 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist

- 97%Individual therapy
- 31%Family therapy
- 21%Couples therapy
- 18%Child or adolescent therapy
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