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LGBT therapists in Orange, CA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Orange, CA

Headway's 2,644 provider network includes specialists affirming LGBTQIA+ identities and experiences. Orange patients enjoy flexible virtual or in-person care, free intake calls, and transparent costs—many save 75% on sessions through insurance coverage.

Seong Yeop (Sam) Lee

Seong Yeop (Sam) Lee

Therapist

Virtual • California


“In my practice, you are in the driver seat while I support and empower the journey we embark together.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hoang Nguyen

Hoang Nguyen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I want to build a safe and trusting environment where client can freely express his/her thoughts without being judged...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Helen Mettu

Helen Mettu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fresno, CA


“Every session is patient-centered and specific so as to create a warm and relaxing environment for my patients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Akeberet Tesfasilase

Akeberet Tesfasilase

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, respected, and cared for.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Saby Kirpal

Saby Kirpal

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Westlake Village, CA


I'm Saby Kirpal, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health care. I hold Master's degrees from Chamberlain University and Walden University, graduating with Presidential Honors, reflecting my commitment to clinical excellence. My diverse professional background spans inpatient psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment centers, and outpatient clinics, giving me insight into mental health treatment at every level of care. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, autism spectrum disorders, eating disorders, and substance use disorders across age groups. My experience includes working with children as young as eight through adults in crisis stabilization, residential treatment, and ongoing medication management.

What makes my practice unique is the integration of my nursing background with psychiatric expertise. I understand how physical health, medications, lifestyle factors, and mental health interconnect. Being trilingual in English, Hindi, and Punjabi, with conversational Spanish, allows me to serve diverse communities and appreciate how culture shapes mental health experiences.

I've worked from UCSF Health to community clinics, teaching me that excellent care isn't about the setting—it's about the relationship. Whether you're seeking help for the first time, between providers, or managing ongoing conditions, I'm here to partner with you. My approach centers on listening first, explaining clearly, and making decisions together. Mental health treatment should never feel like something done to you, but rather something we navigate together. I'm committed to creating a space where you feel respected, understood, and genuinely supported.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Robert Masoner

Dr. Robert Masoner

Psychiatrist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“Listening to patients is the key to understanding them as a whole, rather than simply thinking of patients as having a singular problem to fix.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Cristina LaFarre

Dr. Cristina LaFarre

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • San Francisco, CA


“Seeking help for your mental health is a sign of strength, and I am proud of people who advocate for their well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Luis Lamadrid

Luis Lamadrid

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Riverside, CA


“Carlos welcomes the opportunity to listen to you with an open mind and an open heart by offering a grounded therapeutic space to walk with you on your healing journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Harvey

Patricia Harvey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 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
Angela Hernandez

Angela Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • 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 9 insurance carriers
Sheila Kelly

Sheila Kelly

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 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
Derek Hoxby

Derek Hoxby

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 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
Dr. Claudia Shields

Dr. Claudia Shields

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 30 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“Together we will create a safe and warm healing relationship, where you feel heard, seen, and deeply known, so that you can heal and grow.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Scott Whelan

Scott Whelan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 30 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“I am passionate about working with creative professionals, highly sensitive & neurodivergent people navigating identity issues, trauma, anxiety, self doubt and burn out.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sharon Kennon

Sharon Kennon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“I take a solution-focused, client-centered approach that empowers individuals to discover practical strategies for growth and healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Julianne Bull

Julianne Bull

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 30 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and strengths-based, incorporating DBT skills, mindfulness, and practical tools to build confidence and resilience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Nazare Magaz

Dr. Nazare Magaz

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is collaborative, warm and creative, whereby we work together to understand you better and at a deeper level.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Yisraela Hayman

Yisraela Hayman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“EMDR & Somatic Based therapies are evidence based treatments, which are proven to be highly effective in treating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression and other emotional difficulties.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Marissa Greenberg

Marissa Greenberg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Sarah Scheidler

Sarah Scheidler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Sierra Madre, CA


“I believe deeply in the power of the therapeutic relationship and the possibility of post-traumatic growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Owen Akenzua

Owen Akenzua

Therapist

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


“I take a calm, down-to-earth approach, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and solution-focused strategies to help you build insight and create meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brian Gleason

Brian Gleason

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


I bring 20 years of experience in many areas of therapy including LGBT specializations, drug/alcohol issues specialization, and a client centered approach

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Racheal Ennis

Racheal Ennis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Matthew Porter

Matthew Porter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


Hello and welcome to my psychotherapy practice. My name is Matthew and I have been practicing as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in San Francisco and Los Angeles for over twenty years. I honor diversity and inclusion and provide a curious, non-judgmental space for reflection, healing and transformation. As a therapist, I bring a mix of pragmatic feedback and practical skills development to empower my clients to grow and change. As an Attachment-Focused EMDR therapist, I support clients with PTSD and interpersonal trauma to heal and become more present. I hold a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology and Drama Therapy from the California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco and I serve individuals, couples, families, youth, and the LGBTQ community.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dominic Valdes

Dominic Valdes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I specialize in working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, particularly gay men, and offer a space that is culturally attuned and grounded in understanding the nuances of identity, intimacy, and relational dynamics.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Lory Khoudikian

Lory Khoudikian

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Glendale, CA


“I am empathic, warm, and genuine. Mainly through a collaborative approach, I empower clients and emphasize the importance of having choices as well as responsibility in life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ofelia Oundjian

Ofelia Oundjian

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Glendale, CA


“My goal as a clinician is to create a safe and supportive space where clients feel truly seen, heard and valued for who they are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jack Sample

Dr. Jack Sample

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


I'm Dr. Jack Sample, a licensed clinical psychologist in Los Angeles offering psychodynamic, depth-oriented therapy at my office in Hollywood. My practice is informed by training and education in psychology, cultural anthropology, and nonfiction storytelling. I believe therapy is an opportunity to address the roots of suffering and support enduring change. My approach aims to cultivate capacities for thinking, feeling, and creativity to foster a greater sense of agency and aliveness.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
David Andreone

David Andreone

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Culver City, CA


“I specialize in helping people navigate anxiety, depression, burnout, creative blocks, relationship challenges, performance pressure, and major life or career transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Hyatt

Jessica Hyatt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


It's hard to find non-judgmental therapy, especially when dealing with subjects that evoke shame. That's why I collaborate to create a therapy that meets you as you are. I hold an affirming space for marginalized orientations, neurotypes, and relationship styles. We can work to navigate major issues like trauma, sexuality and life changes, or an ongoing condition like depression or anxiety. I am also passionate about supporting people through their gender journeys. My therapy is not just inclusive, but is LGBTQ+ and neurodiversity affirming. I also enjoy working with couples or relationship groups as they navigate challenges.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Julissa Miro Quesada

Julissa Miro Quesada

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I deeply value cultural context and our innate need for human connection, authenticity, and belonging.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mimi Kent

Mimi Kent

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • El Segundo, CA


I partner with clients to support healing, growth, and positive transformation. I offer an intimate space that’s grounded in empathy and curiosity. But I'm also real, direct, and sometimes a little playful. Therapy with me isn’t stiff or clinical; it's human, heartfelt, and intuitive. I’ve helped clients reframe and navigate anxiety, chronic illness, trauma, depression, and shame, offering relief from painful symptoms and limiting beliefs. I’m EMDR trained and bring over 25 years of yoga and meditation practice into the room with us.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gabriel Cooper

Gabriel Cooper

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Camarillo, CA


“I am a sex-positive, kink-affirming, and trauma-focused therapist who identifies as part of the LGBTQ community.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Stress management
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Rebecca Snyder

Rebecca Snyder

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Montrose, CA


I provide individual therapy to adults and teens. I practice therapy from a place of empathy, nonjudgment, warmth and humor. I believe that each person holds wisdom and unique gifts and talents and that my role, as your therapist, is to reflect the light within you. I have been providing therapy for 20 years and worked in community mental health, as a clinical supervisor, for 14 years before fulfilling my dream of opening my full-time private practice in 2023.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sheridan Henderson

Sheridan Henderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Beverly Hills, CA


“I believe in your ability to grow, heal, change. I ask you to be real, and I am real in return. I talk truth. I listen. I cuss sometimes. I crack jokes.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Oliver Drakeford

Oliver Drakeford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • West Hollywood, CA


“I'm a trained psychodynamic therapist and love to work with adult clients to help improve insight and self-awareness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Direct
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ryan Lisman

Ryan Lisman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Burbank, CA


“I employ a humanistic therapy approach that is client-centered and tailored to your individual therapeutic needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
John Rosania

John Rosania

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Burbank, CA


INDIVIDUAL THERAPY - PSYCHOANALYSIS

I invite you to say what you would never say in ordinary conversation. I specialize in anxiety, depression, difficult to describe dissatisfaction, work/career difficulties, low self-esteem, sexual problems, imposter syndrome, men's issues, creative blocks, sexual abuse, religious/cultic/satanic trauma and relationship issues.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Doug Wilson

Dr. Doug Wilson

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Burbank, CA


“I collaborate with a wide range of clients, with a particular interest in helping men with a variety of issues including relationship challenges, intimacy concerns, difficult childhoods, and infidelity.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
James Dvorak

James Dvorak

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals and those exploring questions around identity, belonging, and connection.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Orange, CA
There are over 36 therapists in Orange, CA accepting new patients.
36+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 97%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 89%Relationship issues
  • 86%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 72%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 72%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 69%Cigna
  • 58%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 17%Spanish
  • 6%American Sign Language
  • 3%Farsi
  • 3%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 75%Woman
  • 14%Man
  • 11%Non-binary
License types
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  • 53%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 22%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 11%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 53%Couples therapy
  • 50%Family therapy
  • 22%Child or adolescent therapy

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