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LGBT therapists in Glendale, CA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Glendale, CA

Glendale residents seeking affirming mental health care can explore Headway's platform of 2,627 warm, solution-oriented providers. Whether you're navigating identity questions or seeking support around gender and sexual orientation, providers have availability within two weeks and offer free initial consultations.

Heather Totten

Heather Totten

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Encino, CA


“Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from your authentic self, I offer a compassionate and supportive space...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Gomez Lezama

Jessica Gomez Lezama

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Encino, CA


I've always been fascinated by the resilience of the human spirit. If you are working through what happened without judgment and identity what could help you keep going.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Rubio

Elizabeth Rubio

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe therapy works best when it is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your unique experiences and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie Kellogg

Katie Kellogg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I enjoy working with creatives, the LGBTQ+ community, adolescents aged 15+, young adults, and folks who find themselves "starting over" in middle age.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stacy Hajarian

Stacy Hajarian

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Santa Monica, CA


“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
Zora Speert Dieterich

Zora Speert Dieterich

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I am an interactive therapist whose practice involves a mutual cooperative approach to empower self-learning.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Scarlett Quenette Budinich

Scarlett Quenette Budinich

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I'm a nurturing and calming presence, and despite my professionalism I'm not afraid to joke and laugh with you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yobiel Kelati

Yobiel Kelati

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“My style is collaborative and goal-oriented: we'll combine your lived experience with evidence-based tools to build insight, strengthen coping skills, and move toward a more grounded, joyful, and fulfilling life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
AJ Kiefer

AJ Kiefer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Encino, CA


Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a master’s degree in nursing from Western Governor University and post master’s from Maryville University in St. Louis. Also board certified in Ambulatory Care and have been caring for people with mental health issues in/out of the hospital for over 18 years. I have a strong critical care background and treat different issues such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, LGBTQ+ issues, men’s health issues, postpartum depression amongst others.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Arturo Arceo

Arturo Arceo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Tarzana, CA


“My approach to therapy is rooted in a culturally sensitive framework, understanding that your background and identity are central to your experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Niko De Leon

Niko De Leon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Canoga Park, CA


“As a first-generation trans person of color, I understand how difficult and intimidating it can feel to reach out for support and I truly recognize the courage it takes to take this step.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Denise Benitez

Denise Benitez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Whittier, CA


“My work has focused on adolescents, children in foster care, family systems, domestic violence/trauma, couples therapy/relationship issues, ethnic minority mental health and LGBTQ clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cheryl Moss

Cheryl Moss

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Woodland Hills, CA


I'm a licensed psychotherapist with 34 years of experience. I do my best to meet you "where you are" and to offer compassionate presence as you progress through your personal process of self-discovery, self-identification, and evolution.

I'm honored to be part of your journey of transformation. I approach sessions in collaboration, as you learn to free yourself from judgment, criticism, and pain; to change negative perceptions that do not serve; and to experience more ease and peace in life.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jarah Trenier

Jarah Trenier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Porter Ranch, CA


“I believe healing happens in connection—when we feel safe enough to explore what we've had to keep hidden.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Behnam Keyvan

Behnam Keyvan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Woodland Hills, CA


“I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship that doesn't lose sight of your strengths and your wholeness as we work with your problems.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Racheal Ennis

Racheal Ennis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Manhattan Beach, CA


“I believe a healthy therapeutic experience can foster a genuine, honest and authentic relationship that can help us become aware of ourselves in the world, heal from our past, cope with our present, and foster a healthy future.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dennis Goldenson

Dennis Goldenson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Woodland Hills, CA


“I have extensive experience in client-centered, cognitive behavioral, and solution-focused therapy that is directly relevant to young adults, couples and families.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Kesha Saucier

Kesha Saucier

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I 'am a double board-certified Nurse Practitioner who specializes in Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatry and Primary Care...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Efrain Zepeda

Dr. Efrain Zepeda

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • West Covina, CA


Hello! I am Dr. Efrain Zepeda. I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Social Worker. In the past 26 years of working as a mental health professional, one important lesson I have learned is that the most powerful therapeutic intervention is found in the interpersonal experience that occurs in the client-therapist relationship. Together we can analyze the past to co-create a new meaning to achieve healing. I strongly believe that therapy is not about labeling or judging, but rather about personal discovery.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Glenna Anderson

Dr. Glenna Anderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Torrance, CA


When I was a kid, I often got in trouble for being too loud with asking questions and calling adults out on things that didn’t seem fair to me. For as long as I can remember, I’ve been an advocate of some kind. A career in social work, then, made total sense to me when I discovered the field as an undergraduate at San Jose State.

Two more degrees and a license later, I still carry the spirit of that little girl, fighting for the underserved. I have a long history of diagnosing and treating adults with severe and chronic mental illness. I take my work very seriously and it’s important to me to help my clients heal, grow, and thrive.

My clients seek my services as a way to recuperate from lifetimes of overworking themselves into worthiness. I guide them toward unlearning the things that taught them they weren’t enough. I give them the tools they need to create wellness and wholeness in a way that’s unique to who they are.

Through my private practice and my brand, Therapy is a Lifestyle, I want to help you see yourself in new ways - without the lens of your trauma. I specialize in anxiety disorders, EMDR, and other trauma-informed approaches to help you do that.

Let’s take the journey toward your recovery, together. Being here is your first step!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Harvey

Patricia Harvey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Torrance, CA


“I'm often described as warm, personable, and easy to talk to, and I sometimes use gentle humor to help create comfort and connection in our sessions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sheila Kelly

Sheila Kelly

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Torrance, CA


“I believe the quality of the relationship between therapist and client is an essential healing component of therapy and provides the foundation from which growth and self-healing occurs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Logan Vournas

Logan Vournas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I provide a space of safety and acceptance for clients to explore thoughts, feelings, and experiences with support of compassion and honesty.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Phillip Cleaver

Phillip Cleaver

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Los Alamitos, CA


I have an M.A. in Spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa Monica as well as an M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University. I work with individuals, couples, families, and children and am LGBTQ+ affirmative. One of my specialties is using EMDR for the treatment of trauma, anxiety and depression.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Allan Sadac

Allan Sadac

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Los Alamitos, CA


“From our work, I hope you leave every session with more clarity and direction about the changes you can influence and bring you closer to the life you are wanting.”
LGBTQIA+, Cultural & ethnic issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juli Agajanian

Juli Agajanian

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Los Alamitos, CA


“I am easy to talk to and will use some humor in therapy, but I am also an active part of the therapy session.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ruth Robles

Ruth Robles

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Glendora, CA


“I integrate evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and nervous system regulation techniques...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Mauceri

Jennifer Mauceri

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Woodland Hills, CA


Our practice specializes in treating adults who need assistance managing depression, anxiety, codependency, stress, couples/marital counseling, and family therapy. We accept straight Medicare and several other Medicare plans. Feel free to reach out to us via email ([email protected]) to check if we take your specific plan if it is not listed on the Headway site!

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Maureen McGlynn

Maureen McGlynn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I specialize in working with professionals who are burned out, questioning their path, or feeling alone in leadership.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Derek Hoxby

Derek Hoxby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Torrance, CA


“I use Somatic Experiencing—a gentle yet effective approach for trauma and PTSD—helping the body and mind find balance and relief.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Robert Ryan

Robert Ryan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Agoura Hills, CA


I veiw the path of a human life span, as each of us interact and peerceives the environment around us in our own unique way. My goal is to help clients look at their options, evaluate choices towarda healthier outcome. My work has involved in helping clients toward building better communication between couples, family members, and individual relationships. It is my belief that counseling / psychotherapy can provide a safe place where personal challenges can be processed, and finding choices toward enhancing the quality of life and improve relationships.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Aubrey Pink

Aubrey Pink

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Placentia, CA


As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I see the world through the lens of relationships. I treat adults dealing with anxiety, depression, relationships, perinatal mental health, childhood trauma, and religious wounds. I believe the work of therapy is in undoing aloneness. I became a therapist because I believe it’s in relationships we are injured and paradoxically, it must be through relationships that we heal.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Marissa Greenberg

Marissa Greenberg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Redondo Beach, CA


I’m a California Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) and have a certification in perinatal mental health (PMH-C). Before I was a therapist, I worked as a preschool teacher. I was drawn to clinical work because of the struggles that I observed in the families of the children in my classrooms. During my clinical training, I worked primarily with couples, teens, and adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse. Though I love working with children, I am passionate about my work with adults because healthy, supported, and self-compassionate adults are the key to health for future generations.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tina Butler

Tina Butler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Fullerton, CA


“I focus on helping clients harness positive energy to create personal success in their lives and relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Stacy Woolman

Stacy Woolman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Brea, CA


My hope is to help the client and families reach their goals and to provide them with a safe and non-judgmental place to do that. When working with a client, I will assist in allowing the clients to process their feelings and thoughts in a safe and non-judgmental environment.

I am fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) and have a strong understanding of deaf culture.

I have many years of experience working with couples, families, adults, young adults, teens, and children.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Norman Quintero

Dr. Norman Quintero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Anaheim, CA


“He integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with humanistic principles to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while also feeling deeply heard, respected, and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carrie McElwee

Carrie McElwee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Long Beach, CA


“I believe in meeting my clients where they are and creating a safe space help them feel empowered, as positive change occurs judgement-free and unapologetic.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Kimmy Hunkle

Kimmy Hunkle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Huntington Beach, CA


“I don't believe therapy should consist of spending years talking in circles while your life stays the same.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Heidi DE Leon

Heidi DE Leon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Signal Hill, CA


“With 18 years of experience in addiction treatment, I have seen firsthand the resilience people discover when given the right support.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jennifer Moen

Jennifer Moen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Huntington Beach, CA


“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

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of Glendale, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Glendale, CA
There are over 55 therapists in Glendale, CA accepting new patients.
55+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 96%Relationship issues
  • 95%Depression
  • 85%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 69%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 55%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 47%Providence Health Plan
  • 40%Cigna
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 18%Spanish
  • 4%Armenian
  • 2%Farsi
  • 2%Hebrew
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 51%Woman
  • 45%Man
  • 4%Non-binary
License types
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  • 55%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 25%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 7%Clinical Psychologist
  • 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 5%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 42%Family therapy
  • 22%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 22%Couples therapy

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Find the right LGBTQ-friendly therapy provider for you

Headway makes it easier to connect with affirming therapists who understand your identity — from finding the right therapist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing an LGBTQIA Therapist in Glendale

Searching for LGBTQIA therapists in Glendale starts with finding identity-affirming care that matches your needs. An LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist may support concerns related to identity, gender, sexual orientation, relationships, family dynamics, anxiety, depression, or trauma. As you compare therapists, look for signals like affirmative therapy, WPATH training, gender-diverse experience, or direct experience supporting LGBTQIA+ communities. Finding a therapist who offers this care matters beyond credentials — it can shape how clearly they understand your goals, context, and preferences.

Glendale offers access to local therapists, and nearby Los Angeles can broaden the search. Still, LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists may be more limited when you need a specific specialty, schedule, or insurance match. Virtual appointments can expand your options while keeping care accessible from home. As you narrow your search, consider appointment availability, whether the therapist offers a free phone consultation, and whether their background or lived experience matters to you. Reading therapist bios can help you see how they describe their approach, the communities they support, and what a first session may involve.

Therapy in Glendale can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and make ongoing care easier to plan for. Headway helps you find LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, many of whom are accepting new patients, and who offer upfront cost estimates before you book. You can browse therapists, review bios, compare availability, and book directly when you’re ready.

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