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LGBT therapists in Manhattan Beach, CA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Manhattan Beach, CA

Finding an open-minded therapist in Manhattan Beach who celebrates your identity shouldn't be complicated. Headway provides LGBTQIA+-affirming providers experienced in gender and sexual identity exploration, with flexible scheduling and insurance coverage that makes care affordable and convenient.

Krysta Boyle

Krysta Boyle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Laguna Hills, CA


“I strive to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to be themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Lisa Billings

Dr. Lisa Billings

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Laguna Hills, CA


I work with adolescents and adults and offer individual, couples, and family therapy. I help individuals identify their goals and make the changes necessary to help them lead more productive and fulfilling lives. I am directive, and I provide a warm, caring and non-judgmental environment to explore the issues and life-events with which you may be struggling.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sean Stevens

Sean Stevens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Oxnard, CA


“When given new opportunities and education that can improve clients lives, people will respond and change in ways that make sense to them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Bianca Cobarruvias

Bianca Cobarruvias

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Oxnard, CA


“My approach to psychotherapy aligns with the core belief that I am being invited into your life, and I will meet that invitation by providing understanding and resources for true healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Angela Hernandez

Angela Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Riverside, CA


“I take a warm, down-to-earth approach and strive to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Trung Ngo

Trung Ngo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm especially passionate about working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and strive to provide inclusive, affirming care to every client, regardless of their identity or orientation!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jahi Jamil Corbin

Jahi Jamil Corbin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Most of my clinical training happened in demanding settings... That work taught me not to flinch at difficult material and not to rush people through it.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nameeta Kumar

Nameeta Kumar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a safe and judgement free space for you to be the most authentic and vulnerable version of yourself, with a little sprinkle of humor added.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Hamilton

Jessica Hamilton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help women heal from the wounds that often shape how they see themselves, love others, and navigate relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Len Ray

Len Ray

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will encourage and support our dialog and treatment plan(s) to meet your unique and specific needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bruce Strumpf

Bruce Strumpf

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'll provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where we can work together to help you feel better an move toward the life you want.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Cylystina Nevel

Cylystina Nevel

Therapist

Virtual • California


Some seasons of life ask more of you than you ever expected, and somewhere along the way you stopped feeling like yourself. I work with teens, parents, and adults who are moving through anxiety, depression, grief, relationship strain, and the heavy stretches that come with big life transitions. I care deeply about supporting LGBTQIA+ and transgender clients, and families who want to understand and show up for one another a little better. So much of this work is simply remembering that you do not have to carry any of it alone.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Arianna Penalba

Arianna Penalba

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a counselor, I would describe myself as an eclectic therapist, and I use a variety of theoretical approaches in my work, depending on my specific client's needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Marilyn Foley

Dr. Marilyn Foley

Psychologist

Virtual • California


I am a licensed clinical psychologist in California with 27 years of experience helping individuals navigate life's challenges. I offer tele-health only sessions from the comfort of your home, making care accessible no matter where you are in California. I accept Anthem and Magellan insurance. My practice is intentionally small — I keep a limited caseload so every client receives my full attention and care. I am warm, experienced, and deeply committed to showing up for the people I work with.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Mary-Louise Henson

Mary-Louise Henson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring over 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist, along with a wide range of personal and professional life experience, into my work with clients.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Keiser

Samantha Keiser

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with driven young adults and professionals struggling with chronic anxiety, perfectionism, and self-imposed pressure.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sarah Koerner

Dr. Sarah Koerner

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“My goal is for clients to learn how to live in the present so that they can engage more fully in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Corrina Zandakis

Corrina Zandakis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I also bring humor and want to truly build a connection with you that can help you try out new ways of being- both in session and out.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Sarah Flam

Sarah Flam

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I draw from attachment-based, somatic, compassion-focused, and expressive therapies to support emotional regulation and self-understanding.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 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
Loc Vu

Loc Vu

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative and practical. We'll work on two tracks at the same time: (1) immediate tools to reduce distress and improve day-to-day functioning (stress, mood, sleep, boundaries, communication), and (2) deeper pattern work so the...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Andrea Vinton

Andrea Vinton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“If past traumas are affecting your daily life, therapy can be your path to overcoming these challenges and discovering your inner strength.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
William Hernandez

William Hernandez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Working together is a reflective and collaborative process that attends to both symptoms and the deeper patterns that shape your emotional life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Soraya Behbehani

Soraya Behbehani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“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 4 insurance carriers
Lora Hnat

Lora Hnat

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help my clients to identify, process, and re-write the stories that they tell themselves about who they are and about what they are capable of achieving.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andria Innerbichler

Andria Innerbichler

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel supported, understood, and empowered to move forward.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristina Modeste

Kristina Modeste

Therapist

Virtual • Berkeley, CA


“Together we will utilize the transformative power of relationship as a sacred tool, capable of moving us all further away from colonized markers of wellness, and closer to a version of healing rich with compassion, self-confrontation, and reverence...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Silvers

Amanda Silvers

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Amanda developed a hands-on approach towards facilitating individual and group therapy while working directly with adults, teens, and families.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolina Morales

Carolina Morales

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with ten years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and older adults struggling with ADHD, anxiety, and depression.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Juan Maillo

Juan Maillo

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a California-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over a decade of experience providing specialized, confidential telehealth. My practice is built to support ambitious individuals—including busy professionals and dedicated college students—navigating high-pressure environments, life transitions, and relationship challenges.

Because your schedule is already packed with work or demanding coursework, I offer dedicated session times outside standard hours, including early mornings and weekends. Whether you are dealing with academic/professional burnout, family-of-origin issues, or deep emotional blocks, I provide a warm, inclusive space to unburden those patterns. I practice fluidly in English, Spanish, and Spanglish, honoring your unique cultural or bicultural lived experience.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Roscio Ibarra

Roscio Ibarra

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a warm, solution-focused therapist who believes therapy should be a collaborative space where you feel supported, empowered, & understood.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sabrina Griswold

Sabrina Griswold

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is trauma-informed, person-centered, and tailored to your unique needs, drawing from evidence-based therapies while recognizing that no two people have the same story.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Gina Feletar

Gina Feletar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Chula Vista, CA


I am Gina Feletar, a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 27 years of nursing experience, and a dedicated companion on your journey toward well-being. I am serving clients in both Arizona and California.

Healing begins when we see the whole person, not just the symptoms. My practice blends evidence-based care with a holistic perspective, creating space for healing that also honors your uniqueness. Beyond managing mental health conditions, my mission is to help you reclaim your strength, and rediscover hope rooted in wellness and purpose.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Carmonique Harris

Carmonique Harris

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is compassionate, collaborative, and focused on helping clients build healthier coping skills, improve emotional wellness, and strengthen self-esteem.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Trey Kerr

Trey Kerr

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine, human connection. I bring warmth, curiosity, and a healthy dose of playfulness into our work.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Velvet Tabb

Velvet Tabb

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to empower clients to face their fears, reduce distress, and move toward a life that is guided by their values rather than their anxiety.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Baleska Alfaro

Baleska Alfaro

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is most effective when it is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your unique experiences and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anne Robert

Anne Robert

Therapist

Virtual • Oakland, CA


“It is my goal to make every session meaningful. Through working together I can help you make the lasting change that can bring you peace of mind.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alicia Aguirre

Alicia Aguirre

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bakersfield, CA


“My eclectic approach to providing therapy allows me to align with my clients in order to meet their needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Yula Chang

Yula Chang

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I firmly believe in a holistic approach to therapy—addressing mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, and social well-being—in a non-judgmental and collaborative environment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Manhattan Beach, CA
There are over 49 therapists in Manhattan Beach, CA accepting new patients.
49+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 96%Relationship issues
  • 88%Stress management
  • 88%Depression
Insurances accepted
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  • 96%Aetna
  • 55%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 45%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 41%Providence Health Plan
  • 39%Cigna
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 14%Spanish
  • 2%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 98%In-person or online
  • 2%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 55%Woman
  • 41%Man
  • 4%Non-binary
License types
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  • 57%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 27%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 6%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 4%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 24%Couples therapy
  • 24%Family therapy
  • 8%Child or adolescent therapy

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