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LGBT therapists in Carlsbad, CA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Carlsbad, CA

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Carlsbad with 2,457 affirming, open-minded providers who understand your unique experiences and mental health needs. Our therapists offer flexible in-person or virtual sessions covered by insurance, with many clients saving up to 75% on care.

Courtney Baldwin

Courtney Baldwin

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Cruz, CA


“I want to make sure my clients actually experience a reduction in symptoms. The goal of my work is not to help you constantly manage your mental health challenges but to support you in feeling better overall.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristin Allen

Kristin Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“My therapeutic orientation is eclectic, largely influenced by psychodynamic and humanistic theories.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Liang

Lisa Liang

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I aim to be present, thoughtful, compassionate, and curious, while offering gentle nudges when needed.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Cecily Ross

Cecily Ross

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Lily Ross has been in nursing since 2016, treating children age 12 and up, adolescents, adults and geriatric patients in inpatient and outpatient settings. She has a special interest in adolescent and young adults, neurodivergent LGBTQAI+ and developmentally disabled populations. She is experienced in treating adults with PTSD, depression, OCD, anxiety and a variety of behavioral heath issues. Lily has an undergraduate degree in Art from Rhode Island School of Design and BSN from University of Massachusetts Boston. Her Master’s in PMHNP is from Regis College. She has studied Buddhist Psychology at Spirit Rock and is certified by Polaris to provide KAP. She is a student of Soto Zen Buddhism at New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care and certified to provide contemplative care by the University of Arizona Andrew Well Center for Integrative Medicine. She offers aspects of these studies through evidence-based, scientifically proven methods to help improve mental health.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Imonni Fuller

Imonni Fuller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fresno, CA


“My goal is to help you find compassion for yourself, develop skills to help you navigate life stressors, identify how you can become the best version of yourself, and be confident in the resilient person you are.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Corina Rains

Corina Rains

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fresno, CA


“Clients can expect an open and transparent first session designed to build a trusting relationship between the client and the therapist.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Samir Shah

Dr. Samir Shah

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


“I believe in the fundamental beauty and resilience of the human spirit... You hold the keys to your own healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karina Larios

Karina Larios

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a compassionate, warm yet direct, and sometimes humorous approach to therapy, because sometimes it can help take the edge off stressful situations.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Steffan Weiner

Steffan Weiner

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is integrative, trauma-informed, and tailored to the individual — shaped by the understanding that no two people experience the same condition in exactly the same way.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Maria Flax

Maria Flax

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based therapies, including DBT and psychodynamic techniques.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Carl Hess

Carl Hess

Therapist

Virtual • Ventura, CA


Carl Hess is a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist offering in-person sessions in the city of Ventura. Carl works with individuals, families, and couples, helping to improve relationships and to discover the path to more rich and meaningful lives. Carl employs knowledge of a wide range of treatment modalities to create individualized treatment plans with practical solutions for life's challenges.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Arlene Rose

Arlene Rose

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


My name is Nurse Rose, a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of nursing experience. I specialize in culturally sensitive, trauma-informed care for children, adolescents, and adults. At The Rose Yarde Psych & IV Med Spa, I offer medication management, Transcranial Magnetic Cranial Stimulation, Spravato, psychotherapy, IV wellness infusions, and hormone therapy. Passionate about suicide prevention and empowering others, I’m here to help clients achieve health, healing, and balance in their lives.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Sheila Katz

Dr. Sheila Katz

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with children on the autism spectrum, offering tailored, compassionate, and effective support to meet each child and family's unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jacob Lapides

Jacob Lapides

Therapist

Virtual • Sebastopol, CA


“I am a Holistic therapist who likes to focus on healing an individual from all aspects including mind-body wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Lauren Bittner

Lauren Bittner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Jose, CA


“I work with adolescents and adults navigating childhood and/or sexual trauma, identity, and the complex terrain of relationships and life transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Benjamin Nguyen

Benjamin Nguyen

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“My practice bridges the gaps between the science of the brain, the psychology of the mind, and the art of the soul.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Kristyne McPhail

Kristyne McPhail

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative, allowing you to take an active role in identifying what you would like to work on and what meaningful change looks like for you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Noele Clayton

Noele Clayton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that you are the expert on your life and experiences, and that I act as a non-judgmental guide and confidant.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Garris

Stephanie Garris

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Clarita, CA


“I am humorous, warm and open minded and believe in a strong therapeutic bond for therapy to be effective...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Identity issues
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Lara Jackson

Lara Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Fair Oaks, CA


Maybe your family keeps hitting the same conflicts. Maybe your child or teen is struggling and you’re not sure how to help. Maybe you feel stuck in patterns you can’t seem to break. Whatever brought you here, reaching out takes courage, and I want to honor that.

I believe therapy is a partnership in which you are the expert on your own life and your journey. My role is to walk alongside you, help you see the patterns that hold you back, and build new ways of moving through everyday life that reflect your values and goals. You set the pace. As Maya Angelou wrote, “There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” This is a safe place to tell yours.


I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. My approach is grounded in Family Systems, which means looking at how relationships shape us and how change in one part of a system can ripple through the whole. I draw on more than 14 years of experience, including Multisystemic Therapy, family system work, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), to meet each person and family where they are.

Most importantly, remember that you are enough, just as you are, right now.

Ready to begin? Schedule a free consultation and let’s talk.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Forogh Rahim

Dr. Forogh Rahim

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Our sessions are a warm, collaborative space where you can show up as your full self without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Christine Fuston

Christine Fuston

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My aim is to make my practice a soft place to land when you feel overwhelmed, overstimulated, or unsure of what's next.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Marston James

Marston James

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have a holistic view of our human struggles as opportunities to learn and grow as individuals, and that nowhere is that opportunity greater than in our personal relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Marissa Robinson

Dr. Marissa Robinson

Psychologist

Virtual • California


I'm a psychologist helping clients to navigate transition and overcome destructive patterns. I have expertise in treating anxiety, ocd, adhd, trauma, depression, addiction, recovery, and relationship challenges. I've had a private practice for over 10 years and work with adult clients at all stages of life. I earned my doctorate in Clinical Psychology at California Institute of Integral Studies, with intensive training at the Portia Bell Hume Center, Kaiser, UCSF, VA and the Jung Institute.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Danielle Logan

Danielle Logan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in "Big T" trauma, childhood trauma and abuse, sexual trauma, and complex trauma from neglect or abusive relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Phoenix (Sharon) Piwowarski

Phoenix (Sharon) Piwowarski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sebastopol, CA


“I aim to empower clients to explore their feelings and experiences in a supportive environment conducive to personal growth and self-actualization.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Christopher Brown

Christopher Brown

Therapist

Virtual • California


“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 6 insurance carriers
Charity Horn

Charity Horn

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With a nonjudgmental approach, I strive to create a space where open communication and personal growth can flourish.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Artur Akkerman

Artur Akkerman

Therapist

Virtual • California


Welcome to Couples Therapy! Are you having the same argument over and over? Did your relationship experience betrayal and loss of trust? Or are you simply living as roommates or logistical partners who run a family, bussing kids across various sports/schools events, with little to no passion toward each other? I am here to help! I work with couples to identify the patterns that block connection and to rediscover the emotional bond that brought you two together. My goal is to create a calm, supportive space where both of you feel heard, respected, and understood. Change begins when we learn to understand - not fix - each other.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Transgender issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Miriam Castellon

Miriam Castellon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe healing happens in relationship, and I take seriously the trust you place in me by showing up.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Antonia Sloan

Antonia Sloan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“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 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Aleksey Sharipov

Dr. Aleksey Sharipov

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I'm Dr. Aleksey Sharipov, a licensed clinical psychologist (CA PSY 29881) and Qualified Medical Examiner with over 8 years of experience.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Marc Kitano

Marc Kitano

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My clients often tell me that my personality is disarming, yet helpful in exploring what suits them.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristina Cuneo

Kristina Cuneo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel comfortable being yourself and working toward meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Jeshurun Joseph

Jeshurun Joseph

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I welcome the opportunity to walk alongside you in achieving holistic emotional wellness through a culturally sensitive, client-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-focused framework.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maisha Gainer

Maisha Gainer

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“My goal in therapy is to support my clients with tapping into their personal essence and resources, to live a more relational and creative life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Athina Danilo

Athina Danilo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Burbank, CA


“Using relational, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed therapy—along with inner child work, parts work, mindfulness, and somatic awareness—we create space for healing and self-connection.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tyler M. ArgĂĽello

Dr. Tyler M. ArgĂĽello

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with people living with chronic health and mental health conditions, with those struggling with their identities and making meaning in life, with those negotiating sexuality and gender, and with adults having un-/expected challenges in...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jerrica Calvillo

Jerrica Calvillo

Therapist

Virtual • Bakersfield, CA


Jerrica is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals and families through life’s challenges. She has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings and has extensive experience helping clients with anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, ADHD, crisis support, and substance use concerns.

Jerrica’s approach is compassionate, supportive, and client-centered. She strives to create a safe space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow. Using evidence-based tools tailored to each person’s needs, she helps clients build insight, strengthen coping skills, and move toward healing.

Jerrica feels honored to walk alongside her clients as they work toward positive change, greater balance, and a more hopeful future.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Leslie Salas

Leslie Salas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a first generation Mexican-American therapist, and while most of my sessions are in English, I also speak Spanish and enjoy working with bilingual and bicultural clients.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Carlsbad, CA

Number of therapists serving Carlsbad, CA
There are over 2,450 therapists in Carlsbad, CA accepting new patients.
2,450+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 87%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 77%Cigna
  • 74%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 68%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 64%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 15%Spanish
  • 2%Farsi
  • 1%French
  • 1%Mandarin
How they see their clients
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  • 91%Online only
  • 9%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 73%Woman
  • 24%Man
  • 3%Non-binary
License types
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  • 44%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 28%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 11%Nurse Practitioner
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 8%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 40%Family therapy
  • 28%Couples therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy

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