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LGBT therapists in Mission Viejo, CA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Mission Viejo, CA

LGBTQIA+ individuals deserve providers who get it. Headway offers a diverse network of 2,595 licensed providers across California ready to support your mental health journey with affirming, judgment-free care—available both virtually and in-person.

Julieta Serrato

Julieta Serrato

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m Julieta a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with clarity and confidence. I’ve been working in the mental health field since 2016 and bring both clinical experience and real-life perspective into my work. I create a supportive and collaborative space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered. My approach blends cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior skills, and person-centered care to help clients build emotional resilience and healthier relationships. I specialize in working with anxiety, stress, life transitions, and trauma.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Norma Munoz-Sedano

Norma Munoz-Sedano

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a bilingual (Spanish and English) Marriage and Family Therapist with over 22 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, parents, and couples.

I hold a psychology degree from the Universidad Autónoma de Baja California since 1991 and earned a master's degree in Marriage, Family, and Child Therapy from the University of Phoenix in 2008.

My work focuses on strengthening relationships and addressing emotional or mental issues such as depression, anxiety, phobias, trauma, psychosocial factors, life challenges, and personal goals.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jackie Neyhart

Jackie Neyhart

Therapist

Virtual • California


Jackie specializes in supporting teens and young adults as they navigate life's challenges, such as anxiety, life transitions, and relationship dynamics.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rosana Ascanio

Rosana Ascanio

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is compassionate, active, and goal-oriented. I ask direct questions, offer honest feedback, and help you develop practical tools you can apply in everyday life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Michael Guichet

Michael Guichet

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work to challenge those beliefs by creating a safe, open space where honest conversations can happen and new patterns can emerge.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Aaron Ruiz Zuniga

Aaron Ruiz Zuniga

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have extensive history working with individuals experiencing psychotic symptoms and crisis situations.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tara Steinke

Tara Steinke

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I incorporate somatic and mindfulness exercises into my work. I use a mix of relational/emotionally focused and sex positive approaches...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Eastman

Jennifer Eastman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bakersfield, CA


“I combine thorough psychiatric evaluations using DSM-5 criteria with personalized medication management, always staying current with the latest advances in psychiatric care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Meghan Fuller

Dr. Meghan Fuller

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Oakland, CA


“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 2 insurance carriers
Jules Gomez

Jules Gomez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have experience working with clients of all ages to manage major life transitions, move through traumatic stress, and build a toolkit of coping skills to manage day to day challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Patricia Chan

Dr. Patricia Chan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic style is warm, direct, and client-centered, tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Minh Tran

Dr. Minh Tran

Therapist

Virtual • California


Xin chào! I am a relationally-oriented Jungian depth psychotherapist with degrees from Pacifica Graduate Institute. I enjoy working with creatives, students of psychotherapy, and those dedicated to a life oriented toward meaningfulness.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jean-Marie Schweizer

Jean-Marie Schweizer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work from an existential-humanistic perspective, focusing on individuals' meaning-making and recognizing their strive toward self-actualization.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Hanh Truong

Dr. Hanh Truong

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a Vietnamese refugee who has faced profound hardship, I bring a deep understanding of resilience, trauma, and healing to my work.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Fernando Huerta-Perez

Fernando Huerta-Perez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm straightforward, warm, and passionate about helping people overcome life's challenges and recognize their potential.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jennie Nystrom

Jennie Nystrom

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe each person is the expert of their own story. I work alongside you in a warm, non-judgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings and emotions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nealy Moeckler

Nealy Moeckler

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a neurodivergent therapist dedicated to creating a space where you feel truly understood and supported on your journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kathleen Stanton

Kathleen Stanton

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • California


“I see my role as providing a supportive therapeutic space to foster growth, healing, and healthy relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Dr. April House

Dr. April House

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With authenticity, compassion, humor, and optimism, I help clients move beyond the pressure of constant striving...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Eating disorders
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ilana Simons

Dr. Ilana Simons

Psychologist

Virtual • Venice, CA


“I see therapy as the chance to do what art does: to try a new format, to dare to trust it, to nurture something new until it lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Gina Regalbuto

Gina Regalbuto

Therapist

Virtual • Beverly Hills, CA


“Gina believes that every person's story is unique and that therapy should be tailored to each individual's needs, goals, and life experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Uriel Blumstein

Uriel Blumstein

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal in working with anyone, regardless of the severity of their symptoms, is to help them find safety in a relationship: when this happens, recovery can begin.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Minor

Nicole Minor

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, collaborative, and direct, and I believe meaningful change happens when people feel safe enough to be honest with themselves and others.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Farhana Sobhan

Farhana Sobhan

Therapist

Virtual • Berkeley, CA


“My approach to therapy is relational and integrative. I work psychodynamically to create depth in understanding of the self and relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Claire Neumann

Claire Neumann

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Oakland, CA


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (NY & CA) with an MSW from NYU and a BA in Communications from Northwestern. With 14 years as a professional actor and teaching artist, I incorporate creativity into my eclectic therapeutic approach, which includes CBT, mindfulness, expressive arts, and psychodynamics. I specialize in supporting clients with anxiety, depression, identity exploration, relational challenges, and personal growth.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Angelique Rochelle

Angelique Rochelle

Therapist

Virtual • California


I work with all ages and I'm trained in trauma based therapies such as CBT, DBT, and EMDR. I offer individual therapy using attachment based therapies, solution-focused brief therapy, and Gestalt self-compassion techniques. I'm not currently offering couples counseling except through private pay. I have worked with foster youth, caregivers, families, LGBTQ, and veterans. I have found my work to be professionally rewarding by assisting people in reaching their goals. I’m committed to meeting your needs and learning.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Krista Gerdts

Krista Gerdts

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Monica, CA


“My style is warm, engaged, and genuinely curious — if you're ready to stop going through the motions and start actually feeling like yourself again, I'd love to work with you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Camat

Tiffany Camat

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As your therapist, I want you to feel safe while engaging in purposeful challenge, and to have a nonjudgmental space when exploring how your layered identity and cultural values play a role in your healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Herrera

Michael Herrera

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am warm, friendly, and passionate about my work. I am creative in techniques and I use humor to facilitate the exploration of concerns.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ava Martinez

Ava Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal, as your therapist, is to work with you to create the roadmap to achieving a better quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Natasha Houston

Natasha Houston

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach with my clients is open and honest communication while offering a non-judgmental approach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brian Keligian

Brian Keligian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with individuals and couples, who may be facing depression and anxiety with additional expertise in addiction treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Digna Guerrero

Digna Guerrero

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m Digna, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist dedicated to creating a supportive and safe space where clients will feel heard and understood. I work with adolescents and adults of all ages in navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, and emotional overwhelm. I also have vast experience working with individuals who have co-occuring disorders, developmental disabilities and cognitive delays servicing mild to moderate clients.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Veronika Glusker

Dr. Veronika Glusker

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I bring warmth, curiosity, and honesty into the therapy space, and I approach each person with care and without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Micaela Pericone-Kapp

Micaela Pericone-Kapp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Jose, CA


“I'm here to listen deeply, think critically about what's happening for you specifically, and create treatment plans that actually work in your real life—not just in theory.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Anthony Morice

Anthony Morice

Psychologist

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“I take an integrative and client-centered approach to therapy. My style blends contemporary evidence-based approaches along with psychodynamic and psychoanalytic perspectives...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
AJ (Amberle J) Wagner

AJ (Amberle J) Wagner

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a partnership, so I approach each session with curiosity, collaboration, and respect for your unique experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Niko De Leon

Niko De Leon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Quinsea Ormandy

Quinsea Ormandy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Having ADHD myself, I understand the struggle of knowing what I need to do, how I should be doing it, but still not being able to get the tasks done.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Diana Pena

Diana Pena

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • El Segundo, CA


“I've dedicated my practice to supporting those who may have struggled to find providers comfortable with their complexity.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Mission Viejo, CA
There are over 22 therapists in Mission Viejo, CA accepting new patients.
22+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 86%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 82%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 73%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 68%Cigna
  • 50%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 18%Spanish
  • 5%Farsi
  • 5%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 86%Woman
  • 14%Man
License types
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  • 32%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 18%Clinical Psychologist
  • 18%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 18%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 14%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 41%Family therapy
  • 36%Couples therapy
  • 27%Child or adolescent therapy

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