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LGBT therapists in Garden Grove, CA
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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Garden Grove, CA
Garden Grove residents seeking LGBTQIA-affirming therapy can access 2,440 licensed providers through Headway's inclusive platform. Our empowering, solution-oriented providers offer personalized mental health support with sessions available within days, and most clients save 75% on care through insurance.
“You deserve relationships that feel intentional, values-aligned, and genuinely fulfilling—not just in theory, but in practice.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“Clients often tell me they appreciate that I am direct without being harsh, compassionate without being vague, and practical without reducing therapy to bumper-sticker wisdom.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My therapeutic philosophy is grounded in the belief that meaningful change emerges through greater self-understanding, compassion, and personal autonomy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I specialize in providing treatment to individuals who are experiencing difficulties with feelings of anxiety, depression, substance use, grief, trauma and/or life transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I am integrative with therapeutic approach, dependent on needs of the individual. Several practice approaches would include: Psychodynamic, CBT, ACT, CBT, EMDR, Solution Focused, etc.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“Every person is unique, and my approach to care reflects that. ... I view our work as a true partnership, because the best outcomes come from combining my medical expertise with your own insight into what you need.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all treatment; your story matters, and your plan should reflect it.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I am a Latinx, queer, non-binary therapist committed to providing affirming, culturally responsive, and relational care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am known for creating a warm, safe, and collaborative therapeutic space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to heal.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My style is warm, nonjudgmental, and goal-oriented, with an emphasis on creating a safe and trusting environment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I take a collaborative stance, allowing clients to create their own goals and feel as though they are in control of their own therapeutic journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“You’ll be treated as a partner, never as a case, and we’ll move forward at a pace that works for you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“You can expect me to be thorough, thoughtful, and genuinely present. I ask questions because I want to understand, not interrogate...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“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
“I believe every therapy session is a creative process that we shape together... My patients often describe me as compassionate, approachable, and direct.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My work is grounded in psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches, with careful attention to development, attachment, trauma, and the complexity of each individual's inner life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I am empathetic, authentic and an active listener. I work hard to observe behavioral patterns and support my clients to reflect and implement change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
“I am a skill-based therapist who uses solution-focused, cognitive behavioral therapy to assist with challenges surrounding anxiety, depression, stress, anger, and sadness brought on by work, school, life, familial, or relational obstacles.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My style is direct yet compassionate. I use evidence-based practices like CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care while honoring each person's unique story.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
My name is Dr. Lentz and I have been practicing in the mental health field for over 10 years. I strive to help those acquire skills to overcome challenging situations that are tailored to a person's specific need. I am a goal oriented therapist that works diligently to achieve goals that are identified by the individual and myself. Life is full of situations that do not always have clear and definitive answers, which is a process the therapeutic approach I utilize can assist with.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“My greatest gift as a therapist is optimism. No matter how bad things may currently seem, I know my clients can overcome obstacles, process pain, and move on to happier, healthier, more purposeful lives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I’m devoted to helping families find mental health care that feels both compassionate and respectful of who they are.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I’m Jennifer Eastman, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing thorough medication management shaped around each person’s needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I am committed to cultural humility and to reducing the stigma around mental health challenges, so that everyone I work with feels respected and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I work to build a strong, collaborative relationship where you feel safe to open up, ask anything, and simply be yourself without fear of judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I care for children as young as eight, teens, and adults, and young people and their families are always welcome in my practice.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“As a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I bring more than 15 years of nursing experience to my work, including six years devoted to psychiatry.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I take the time to truly understand who you are, not just your symptoms. By exploring your patterns, experiences, and strengths, together we can create a highly-individualized treatment plan tailored to your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I create a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your inner world and reconnect with your natural capacity for healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based. I take time to understand your symptoms, experiences, medical history, and treatment goals before developing an individualized plan.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“Grief, desperation, and self-inflicted suffering brought me to the point of reaching out for help many years ago and soon the seas began to calm.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I believe healing is not about "fixing" yourself, but about learning how to understand, accept, and integrate all parts of who you are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I'm Shara Ally, DNP, PMHNP-BC I provide evidence-based medication management for adults (18+) via telehealth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I make it a priority to understand you, including your history, your current challenges, your strengths, your values, any concerns you have about treatment, and your hopes for the future... Share at whatever pace feels comfortable, and ask anything.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I will listen intently and ask questions to learn more about you so I can determine what type of care is most appropriate.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I believe in caring for the whole person rather than focusing on symptoms alone, and I place great value on building strong, trusting relationships with the people I serve.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I am Sharon Atwood, a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Adult Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of dedicated clinical experience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My practice emphasizes on helping clients resolve immediate situations, while healing from difficult life experiences and developing strong personal and intimate relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I have particular expertise in serving individuals with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI), and I'm committed to meeting clients where they are in their recovery journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“Clients can expect to leave their sessions with a clearer understanding of the issues that were talked about and a plan of action on how to tackle current issues.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
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About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of Garden Grove, CA
Number of therapists within 20 miles of Garden Grove, CA
30+
Average years in practice
7 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 93%Anxiety
- 90%Stress management
- 90%Relationship issues
- 90%Depression
Insurances accepted
- 100%Aetna
- 80%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 73%Cigna
- 67%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 53%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
- 97%English
- 17%Spanish
- 7%Tagalog
- 3%American Sign Language
- 3%Farsi
How they see their clients
- 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
- 73%Woman
- 17%Man
- 10%Non-binary
License types
- 50%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 17%Clinical Psychologist
- 17%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 10%Nurse Practitioner
- 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
- 97%Individual therapy
- 50%Couples therapy
- 40%Family therapy
- 17%Child or adolescent therapy
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