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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 2,507 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.
“I will ask you questions so you can find your own authentic answers. I speak plainly & provide a non-judgmental, safe environment where we can explore what's going on in your world at your pace.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe in helping clients recognize their strengths while creating a safe, affirming, and nonjudgmental space for growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 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 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I work with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Mindfulness Techniques, as well as many other relevant and helpful tools to assist you in reaching your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“As a Gay Chicano Man, I have become a LMFT to help people through life transitions and focus on their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My approach is thoughtful, evidence-based, and personalized—focusing on long-term stability and emotional clarity through a carefully tailored treatment plan.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I blend compassion with directness, reflection with practical tools, and evidence-based care with respect for your strengths, pace, and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I take an Eclectic approach using different tools and perspectives best suited for you and your needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“My goal as a therapist is to provide a space to explore the distress you experience, deepen your self-awareness and self-compassion to lead a life that is meaningful to you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am a practicing MD with extensive experience in treating a diverse range of psychiatric diagnoses.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I work primarily with the LGBTQQIA+ population and allies on areas of anxiety, identity, ADHD, life transitions, relationship challenges...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe that through the process of developing insight and awareness into issues and behaviors, I can in turn help clients to better manage their symptoms and develop coping mechanisms which enable them to lead more enjoyable and gratifying lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“As a Certified UC Berkeley Sleep Therapist, I can actively work with you to rewire your sleep patterns and tackle the trauma or stress keeping you awake.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My background includes caring for veterans, individuals with complex medical and psychiatric needs, and people from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I hold a safe space for you to feel seen, understood, respected, supported, partnered with, and empowered across the intersections of your identity.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“Her approach to therapy work is both clinical and creative, is mindful, body-centric, and nervous system focused.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Originally from Connecticut I moved to California for a new beginning. This has shaped me into a therapist who is compassionate, funny, yet challenging. I use these skills, all while linking solid professional education with personal experience in supporting people to find their inner gifts.
I have a passion for working with those who are justice impacted. I work with adults who experience anxiety, depression, Infertility, grief and loss, and interracial relationship.
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I am focused on short-term, evidenced based and strength-based interventions that help people struggling with issues including stress, peer issues, body image issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, and racial issues (such as navigating life being...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Welcome to Bright House Therapy, LLC. My name is Virginia Sanchez, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with several years of experience working in LGBTQIA+, Grief & Loss, Bipolar, Trauma, ADHD, and Autism. I have worked in several different settings; supporting families involved with the Department of Children Services, assisting creating and following through with routines for adults with special needs, developed and ran LGBTQIA+ groups for parents of LGBTQIA+ youth, and provided support to Veterans through the Veteran Crisis Line.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My style is interactive, curious, and gently direct—I'm here to help you go beneath the surface, increase your self-awareness, and respond to life's challenges from a place of clarity and peace rather than urgency.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in both evidence-based practices and deep respect for each client's unique journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am a Narrative Style Therapist at heart, with an emphasis on Grief work. I also tend to focus on the emotional experience, and believe developing and exploring this kind of awareness is central to personal growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
“My style is very collaborative, and I use some humor as I laugh at my own flaws. I think it helps everyone to accept flaws and learn to love themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I understand what it feels like to move through the world with multiple marginalized identities, and I bring that lived perspective into my clinical practice.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“A client once told me that sessions with me feel like a big hug. The therapeutic relationship and comfort of the client is the most important part of successful therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I'm here to learn what is important to you and help guide you through any challenges you may have that are preventing you from living authentically and without fear.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Grief or loss
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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
“My style is warm, nonjudgmental, and transparent. I aim to create a safe space where you feel heard, understood, and comfortable being yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I will provide a continuously safe environment for you to be seen and heard without judgement so you can learn more about yourself...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe that we are equals in this work we will do together, and I look forward to being your gentle accountability partner.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hi, my name is Rae and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
I work under the belief that big emotions and big reactions are not a sign that something is “wrong” with you, but rather are healthy signals seeking respect and attention to guide you toward your true self. However, many of us have heard or come to believe that we're "too much" throughout our lives—too emotional, too challenging, too overwhelming, or too far gone to deserve the things, relationships, and lives we long for. This messaging can lead to difficulties setting boundaries, fear of independence, or choosing isolation to avoid feelings of shame and disappointment when our needs go unmet.
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I pride myself in providing a safe and welcoming environment for my clients to be able to express themselves in a judgment-free zone.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Men's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My practice centers on trauma and PTSD, identity and gender affirming care, and the lived experiences of women and LGBTQIA+ individuals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I am committed to offering therapy that is inclusive, culturally responsive, and affirming of all forms of diversity.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, existential, and brief therapy. Every individual has needs and styles which are different and I will adjust my style to better fit your needs to maximize our sessions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I believe that you already have information as to what will help you in your journey. It is my job to help you get to the answers...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My style is thoughtful, collaborative, and grounded. I take the work seriously, but not myself—humor is part of the process, when it fits.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Challenging, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I conduct a thorough intake at the first appointment and also provide tips, techniques, and resources to support the client in feeling better...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“The best compliment I have ever received was that my therapeutic approach "was like talking to a friend."”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I'm interested in empowering clients to determine their desired outcomes and choose preferred coping skills and strategies that align with their values.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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