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LGBT therapists in Tempe, AZ

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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.

Olivia Ferrara

Olivia Ferrara

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I firmly believe every client has within them the ability to overcome life's challenges, and therapy is the catalyst to realizing one's potential and healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Danielle Ellis

Danielle Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My approach is both practical and compassionate—we'll build tools that match your real life while also exploring the deeper patterns that keep you stuck.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jessica Greenberg

Jessica Greenberg

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My work also centers on helping individuals who are ready to break cycles of intergenerational trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Catherine Smiley

Catherine Smiley

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I love walking alongside clients, working to collaboratively develop new coping strategies and ways of seeing themselves...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Williams

Robert Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


Hello! I am Robert Williams, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I have been working with adults and young adults in addressing Trauma Recovery, Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, LGBTQ+ and Men's Issues for 18+ years. I help individuals navigate their emotional struggles with compassionate, evidence-based therapy.

I believe in the inherent worth, value and dignity of every person. I started my practice because finding meaning in this life is often deeply difficult and all of us need help from time to time to stay connected to that meaning.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sirenna Meza

Sirenna Meza

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“You are the main character in your story and I strive to help guide you to take back your power and write your own story so that you may find healing and peace.”
LGBTQIA+, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Cooper Johnson

Cooper Johnson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Flagstaff, AZ


“I love to get to know my clients and have pursued a career in mental health in order to help those who feel hopeless find hope.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sarah Stewart

Sarah Stewart

Therapist

Virtual • Tucson, AZ


“Using a trauma-informed, mindfulness-based approach, we'll slow down enough to notice what's actually happening in your body and mind when anxiety spikes, a memory surfaces, or grief hits hard — not just the story on the surface, but what's...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Amanda Garcia

Amanda Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I will do my best to meet you where you are at while also challenging your thinking patterns and building new tools to navigate with.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brenda Rojas

Brenda Rojas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe in a holistic model of care that considers the dynamic interplay between mind, body, and environment in achieving optimal mental wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Megan Presley

Megan Presley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe that healing begins with connection, and I strive to create a warm and respectful therapeutic environment where clients feel safe, empowered, and deeply understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Susan Solstice

Susan Solstice

Therapist

Virtual • Yuma, AZ


“I believe therapy is all about you. My approach is client-centered which means you are in the driver's seat.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dustin Wallace

Dustin Wallace

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I specialize in mindfulness-based practices with adults. I incorporate my years of yoga, meditation and psycho-therapy practices to treat the whole person.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jade Shelton

Jade Shelton

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I assist my clients with managing any addictive disorder. Gambling, substances, sex addiction, food addiction, internet addiction, shopping addiction, codependency etc.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Harriet Avedi

Harriet Avedi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“Through interpersonal therapy and specialized medication management, we will address the root of your struggles so you can start excelling in the life you've worked so hard to build.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 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
Diana Uriarte Garcia

Diana Uriarte Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I help children, families, veterans, and civilians who are navigating depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, and parenting challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Maria Dahlmann

Maria Dahlmann

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“Maria is a dynamic and compassionate therapist with over a decade of experience as a licensed clinician.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sacia Kelsey

Sacia Kelsey

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


Hello All!

As a LSCSW I have experience supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds in correctional, school, and psychiatric settings; while providing mental health services tailored for each individual. I help identify and navigate all of life's endless transitions and challenges. My style is warm, honest, culturally responsive, and judgment-free. Together, we will build self-love, challenge unhelpful thinking patterns, recognize behaviors that may be holding you back, and explore healthier perspectives that support meaningful change.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Laurel Alexander

Laurel Alexander

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“Using a neuroscience-informed approach allows me to help you understand what you're experiencing and provide you with the skills and tools to address your concerns.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Donette Alexis

Dr. Donette Alexis

Psychologist

Virtual • Arizona


“My approach to therapy is Holistic in that I consider the mental, emotional, physical and spiritual/religious aspects of my clients.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sherrie Kaelin

Sherrie Kaelin

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My style is warm, interactive and solution focused. I understand the courage it takes to begin the therapy process.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Sydney Stevens

Sydney Stevens

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I value creating a supportive space where clients feel understood and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
April Lucas

April Lucas

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


I earned my master's degree in Social Work 29 years ago. Over the course of my career I have enjoyed working with girls and women of all ages. I enjoy supporting girls and women who are navigating middle school, high school, college, relationships, post-partum period, motherhood, divorce, menopause, and becoming empty nesters. I love seeing my clients begin therapy with stress, anxiety, OCD, depression, grief and loss, or trauma then graduate from therapy in a much better place. I believe that you can thrive no matter your age and no matter your circumstances. I have less experience helping transgender women but I really enjoy that work as well. I consider myself a LGBTQIA+ ally.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Evelyn Garcia

Evelyn Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I take a trauma focused approach to connect feelings, emotions, and body sensations and then work upward and focus on the thought processes.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Lee

Nicole Lee

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Mesa, AZ


“I understand that physical health and mental health are closely intertwined and that addressing both is crucial for achieving optimal wellbeing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Cassandra Anderson-Monroe

Dr. Cassandra Anderson-Monroe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“She prides herself with being a culturally sensitive "people-person". She is non-judgmental and has the basic understanding that as humans we all want live our best lives and be the best version of ourselves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sofia Softas-Nall

Sofia Softas-Nall

Therapist

Virtual • Scottsdale, AZ


“Sofia believes that when we heal from traumatic experiences we can then make space for empowerment, self-compassion, connection, and a more rewarding life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Toribio Garcia

Toribio Garcia

Therapist

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 7 insurance carriers
Malisa Komolthiti

Malisa Komolthiti

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I am an easy-going psychotherapist with a sense of humor. I work with clients from diverse backgrounds, including the LGBTQ+ community...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Lacey Thompson

Lacey Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“Recognizing that there is no universal manual for life, Lacey believes that through supportive collaboration, individuals can develop a personalized blueprint that honors autonomy while strengthening self-awareness and a sense of self.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tyneshia Brooks

Tyneshia Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I work with adults, elders, couples, and families from all walks of life—especially those struggling with the complex challenges of Intellectual Disabilities, ADHD, or life transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Linda Wickens

Dr. Linda Wickens

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


Hi, I’m Dr. Linda Wickens, a doctoral-level therapist and coach who works with individuals navigating stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, and patterns that keep them feeling stuck while preventing forward movement and growth. Many of my clients are high-functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or frustrated that change feels harder than it should.

Therapy and coaching with me are never one-size-fits-all. We work collaboratively to create a plan that is specific to you, your goals, and your capacity, adjusting pace and structure as your needs evolve. I focus on helping clients understand their patterns, build emotional awareness, and develop practical skills they can actually use in daily life.

I hold a Doctorate in Social Work and am a fully licensed clinical social worker, with over nine years of experience in the mental health field. My work integrates evidence-based therapy with a coaching-informed lens when appropriate, allowing sessions to be both supportive and goal-oriented while still making space to explore the past and its impact on the present.

Clients often describe my style as warm, direct, and collaborative. As part of my concierge model, clients work directly with me rather than an assistant, and I remain accessible to my clients outside of sessions through secure communication when needed. I believe growth happens through understanding, compassion, and honest conversation, and that progress is most sustainable when care feels personal, intentional, and consistent.

Please Note: I do not provide couples or marriage counseling. I do not treat adolescents under the age of 21. Additionally, I am not able to treat clients who are experiencing active suicidal ideation or self-harm behaviors. If these services are needed, I encourage seeking a provider who specializes in these areas or contacting appropriate crisis resources if immediate support is required.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Erica Johnson-Brown

Erica Johnson-Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“Clients often describe me as approachable, authentic, and easy to connect with, making therapy a collaborative and supportive experience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Martin Cuevas

Martin Cuevas

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“Direct, down-to-earth, and deeply human. I blend trauma-informed care with practical tools, curiosity, and a good dose of humor.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mike Fitch

Mike Fitch

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


There's a point where pushing through on your own stops being resilience and starts just being exhausting. I'm Mike, a Licensed Professional Counselor working with adults and seniors navigating anxiety, trauma, panic, depression, and the kind of mood and identity questions that are hard to untangle alone. I'm LGBTQIA+ affirming and actively work with men who are ready to take their mental health seriously. I believe you already have strengths you may not be giving yourself credit for. Clients often describe me as direct, clear, and collaborative.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kevin Garza

Kevin Garza

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I provide a warm, affirming, and supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and respected.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jessica Saucedo

Jessica Saucedo

Therapist

Virtual • Chino Valley, AZ


“I utilize a person-centered approach. It is important for the person I am working with to feel heard.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Leah Levengood

Leah Levengood

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My goal is to help clients identify the root causes of their struggles, strengthen their coping abilities, and create lasting positive change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of Tempe, AZ

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Tempe, AZ
There are over 61 therapists in Tempe, AZ accepting new patients.
61+
Average years in practice
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7 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 95%Anxiety
  • 90%Stress management
  • 90%Depression
  • 87%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 85%Cigna
  • 82%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • 77%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 49%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 3%Spanish
  • 2%Farsi
  • 2%Russian
  • 2%Swahili
How they see their clients
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  • 97%In-person or online
  • 3%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 20%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 41%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 26%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 25%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 5%Psychologist
  • 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 97%Individual therapy
  • 31%Family therapy
  • 21%Couples therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy

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