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LGBT therapists in Berkeley, CA
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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Berkeley, CA
Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Berkeley with 2,631 licensed providers who offer affirming, open-minded mental healthcare. Our network includes therapists experienced in supporting gender and sexual identity exploration, relationship dynamics, and LGBTQIA+-specific mental health concerns. Sessions are available virtually or in-person with flexible scheduling, and many providers offer free consultations to find the right fit for your needs.
“I use EMDR, Narrative Therapy, and trauma-responsive interventions in a direct and grounded way to facilitate meaningful, sustainable change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I provide compassionate, evidence-based care for adults dealing with trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and alcohol use recovery.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“Dana has over 20 years of clinical experience facilitating emotional healing transformation in a vast diversity of populations...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“You can expect unbridled curiosity and psychoeducation as we begin connecting the dots on your experience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe in creating a safe, collaborative space where growth is possible and progress is meaningful.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My approach is affirming, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that therapy should feel like a space where you can show up honestly and be met with curiosity and care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“Lara has a compassionate, straightforward, and strength-based approach, tailoring treatment uniquely to each client.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has a passion in working with humans and assisting them in becoming their authentic self.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
I am a California-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist actively working in the field since 2019. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from San Jose State University and a Master of Arts in Counseling from Palo Alto University. I work with a wide range of Clients and diagnoses dealing with topics around coping with life changes, anxiety/stress, depression, mood, relationships, sex, trauma, anger, and harm (to name a few).
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I specialize in supporting immigrant/POC and LGBTQ+ teens and young adults dealing with depression and anxiety, relationship issues, and identity exploration.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe successful therapy works best when there is a positive empathetic working relationship between the client & therapist.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I work with adult individuals who are ready to gain insight into their struggles and cultivate the confidence to create fulfilling, authentic lives through healthier relationships—with themselves and others.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I believe in the power of personal agency and collective healing, and view therapy as a collaborative process rooted in compassion, openness, curiosity, and dignity.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hello! My name is Danielle, and I have been a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for over 10 years. Too often, we can become overwhelmed by the pressures of life, and that is where therapy can help. It may be time to prioritize your own mental health, and coming here is an important first step. I’m proud of you for taking it.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, family issues, LGBTQIA+ concerns, relationship challenges, PTSD, stress, grief and loss, ADHD, anger, substance use, and major life transitions. My focus in treatment is helping you feel supported while we better understand what you are carrying and what you hope will change. Whether you are seeking therapy for yourself, your relationship, or your family, I look forward to meeting you and helping you move toward healing and growth.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I meet each client exactly where they are in their healing journey, offering a compassionate, nonjudgmental space for growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My approach emphasizes both evidence-based treatments and the healing power of being truly understood by someone who isn't intimidated by complexity.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“With a Master of Science in Nursing from West Coast University and over six years of emergency and psychiatric nursing experience, I bring both clinical expertise and a deep understanding of mental health crises to my practice.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“Using warmth, patience, and compassion, I transform our sessions into a safe environment where you can explore your strengths and weaknesses.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I have experience working with clients of all ages to manage major life transitions, move through traumatic stress, and build a toolkit of coping skills to manage day to day challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“At the core of my practice is authentic partnership, showing up for every client with genuine warmth, deep respect, and real interest in who they are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My goal isn't to "fix" you—you're not broken. Instead, I'm here to help you understand your conditions, develop effective coping strategies, and build the fulfilling life you deserve.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“My passion for psychiatry stems from a deep belief that every person deserves to be truly seen and understood—not reduced to a diagnosis, but honored as a whole person with unique experiences, strengths, and aspirations.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My approach draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and psychodynamic and attachment-based therapy. Because lasting change usually requires both structure and depth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I specialize in treating adults and adolescents dealing with serious mental illness, including mood disorders, depressive disorders, anxiety, psychotic disorders, ADHD, personality disorders, eating disorders, substance use disorders, and geriatric...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where you feel genuinely heard and understood, right from the very first conversation.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I believe that each person is the expert of their own life, and my role is to create a supportive and nurturing environment where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“She uses measurement-based care—structured symptom tracking—to guide adjustments and reduce trial-and-error.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“Mental health treatment should never feel like something done to you, but rather something we navigate together.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I understand that starting or adjusting psychiatric medication can feel overwhelming. Many of my patients come to me after struggling with multiple providers, ineffective treatments, or confusing explanations about their care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I give real, unhurried time to the full picture of who you are: your symptoms, mental health history, medical background, family patterns, daily routines, and hopes, because care only works well when it honors the whole person, never a single label.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I believe every person deserves to feel heard, valued, and seen as a whole human being, not simply a list of symptoms.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My work taught me that women's mental health—especially during pregnancy, postpartum, and hormonal transitions—requires specialized understanding and individualized care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“My approach emphasizes collaboration—I believe the best outcomes happen when we work together as partners in your care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I take time to understand your complete story—not just your symptoms—so we can develop a treatment plan that actually works for your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My role is to listen deeply, understand your unique situation, and work collaboratively to develop a treatment plan that feels right for you.”
LGBTQIA+, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“What sets my practice apart is my extensive experience with co-occurring conditions and complex presentations.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My philosophy of psychiatric care rests on the principle that exceptional treatment arises when genuine clinical skill meets authentic human connection.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My treatment philosophy centers on understanding you as a complete person, not just a collection of symptoms.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My expertise includes autism spectrum disorders, OCD, personality disorders, PTSD and trauma, schizophrenia and psychosis disorders, substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, panic disorders, mood disorders, and bipolar conditions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I have a deep belief in the healing power of relationship and draw from a range of trauma-informed, somatic, depth and behavioral approaches in my work.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of Berkeley, CA
Number of therapists within 20 miles of Berkeley, CA
28+
Average years in practice
12 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 100%Anxiety
- 96%Stress management
- 93%Depression
- 89%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
- 96%Aetna
- 64%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 50%Providence Health Plan
- 43%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 36%Curative
Languages spoken
- 93%English
- 11%Spanish
- 7%French
- 4%German
- 4%Hindi
How they see their clients
- 89%In-person or online
- 11%In-person only
Provider gender
- 89%Woman
- 7%Non-binary
- 4%Man
License types
- 64%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 14%Clinical Psychologist
- 14%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 4%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 4%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
- 100%Individual therapy
- 43%Child or adolescent therapy
- 29%Family therapy
- 18%Couples therapy
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