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LGBT therapists in Redding, CA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Redding, CA

Headway serves Redding's LGBTQIA+ community with solution-oriented providers trained in affirming care. Access 2,452 licensed therapists through virtual or in-person sessions, with free intake calls available and providers ready to support you within two weeks.

Kasey Hopkins

Kasey Hopkins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.1 mi away • Redding, CA


“I'm not here to just nod along. I'm here to show up fully, listen deeply, and work with you to untangle what's weighing you down.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Priscila Freitas

Priscila Freitas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.2 mi away • Redding, CA


“I am especially committed to creating inclusive spaces where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jenna Andrews

Jenna Andrews

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.9 mi away • Redding, CA


“I am a collaborative and strength-based therapist who believes everyone deserves a safe place to navigate their issues.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 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 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tate Tyler

Tate Tyler

Therapist

Virtual • California


Welcome and congratulations on beginning your therapy journey! I'm here to support you as you take steps toward your goals and develop into your best possible self. I hope to create a safe space for you to find relief, healing, and develop meaningful insight to reach your fullest potential.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jenaiah Sauceda

Jenaiah Sauceda

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in fostering a supportive and collaborative environment, empowering clients to achieve their personal goals and cultivate resilience throughout their journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jessica Smith

Jessica Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment where we will work together in developing skills and techniques to mindfully overcome whatever life may throw at you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebeca Manzanilla

Rebeca Manzanilla

Therapist

Virtual • Ventura, CA


“I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has a passion in working with humans and assisting them in becoming their authentic self.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Shara Ally

Shara Ally

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Luis Obispo, CA


“I don't speak in jargon—I translate complex neuroscience into practical care plans you can actually use.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marissa Morin

Marissa Morin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work from a systemic perspective that supports you in understanding yourself within your relationships with self and others.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shara Ally

Shara Ally

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“Three values shape my care: honoring your dignity, providing evidence-based treatment, and believing fully in your capacity to heal and grow.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Katherine Christianson

Katherine Christianson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“In our therapeutic relationship, I view myself as the expert on therapy, and I consider you to be the expert on yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Abigail Rowan

Abigail Rowan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


“As a queer person myself my lived experience allows insight and understanding of parts of living life as a queer person.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jen Leland

Jen Leland

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Berkeley, CA


“I especially love working with young adults, organizers, health care workers, creatives, and outsiders who carry a lot for others, feel deeply, and courageously seek support.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Andres Borja

Andres Borja

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring a warm, grounded presence to therapy and believe that effective treatment starts with authentic connection and mutual respect.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Shocka Heights

Shocka Heights

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach is rooted in trauma-informed care, cultural humility, community, joy, healing, and the belief that our stories deserve to be heard and honored.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 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
Sarina Sandoval

Sarina Sandoval

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to offer a steady, grounded, and completely pressure-free space where you don't have to censor your feelings, put on a brave face, or figure it all out on your own.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Chidinma Onuigbo

Chidinma Onuigbo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“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
Corrine Thomas

Corrine Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • California


I specialize in helping clients navigate depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, and the thought patterns that keep them feeling stuck. Since 2003, I’ve used CBT informed, trauma informed, and solution focused techniques to help clients understand cognitive distortions, reframe challenges, and build practical tools for lasting change. My approach is warm, nonjudgmental, and centered on your goals, strengths, and the skills you already have.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Young Tae Lee

Young Tae Lee

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Gold River, CA


“I’m Young Lee, a PMHNP-BC based in California. Before entering health care, I played varsity soccer and served as a sergeant in the U.S. Army.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Micaela Pericone-Kapp

Micaela Pericone-Kapp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Jose, CA


“I ask questions because I want to understand, not interrogate. I explain things clearly because you deserve to understand your own treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nancy Picunko

Nancy Picunko

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I understand that life can be messy, change isn't always straightforward, and sometimes you just need someone who gets it and will be real with you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Candice Jeffers

Candice Jeffers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fresno, CA


“I chose to specialize in OCD and trauma because I understand how isolating and overwhelming these conditions can feel.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Maya Shemtov

Maya Shemtov

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a compassionate and collaborative space to slow down, reflect on your experience, identify patterns, reconnect with emotions and connection, and build both insight and practical coping tools.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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
Dr. Nicko Jaeger

Dr. Nicko Jaeger

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hello,

I am Dr. Jaeger and I welcome you to my practice. I look forward to sitting with you, hearing your story, and developing a plan to help you with your concerns and needs.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Xiomara Morales

Xiomara Morales

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe healing occurs when we address the connection between the mind, body, nervous system, and spirit while building on each person's existing strengths and resilience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Isabel Mejia

Isabel Mejia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm proud to offer an affirming space for LGBTQIA+ clients. Everyone has their own story, and I'd be honored to hear yours with genuine curiosity and zero judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Holly Hadley

Holly Hadley

Therapist

Virtual • California


If a past relationship left you doubting yourself — especially one marked by psychological or emotional abuse — you're not alone, and it's not a sign something's wrong with you. Even if life looks fine on the outside, you may feel confused, depleted, or unsure of your own reality. You don't need it all figured out to start, just a readiness to do the work. Together, we'll make sense of what happened, untangle the cycles that kept repeating, and rebuild a grounded sense of self — so you can trust your own voice again. Using a trauma-informed, integrative approach, I help you move from self-doubt to self-trust.


You don't have to filter yourself here—not your thoughts, your story, or the parts you're still making sense of. If you're tired of second-guessing yourself and ready to rebuild something solid, you deserve a space where you can show up fully, without judgment, and start trusting your own voice again.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mubvakure Mubvakure

Mubvakure Mubvakure

Therapist

Virtual • Rialto, CA


“My belief relies on the client's ability to do a bit of work and have a genuine desire to feel better.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sydney Ashe

Sydney Ashe

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with adolescents, creative professionals, and individuals seeking relief from overwhelming thoughts, addictive patterns, and life transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Tiffany Anderson

Tiffany Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I prioritize creating a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard and understood without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Eve Lievonen

Eve Lievonen

Therapist

Virtual • Laguna Niguel, CA


“With over 30 years of experience, I have learned that real change happens when people feel understood, not judged.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Yanina Rivera Lopez

Yanina Rivera Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to offer a space where you don't have to shrink or translate parts of yourself, where your emotional world is taken seriously...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Daniela Cherny

Daniela Cherny

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, practical, and collaborative. I want you to feel heard and understood, while also leaving with tools you can actually use in daily life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher Mahoney

Christopher Mahoney

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship, where clients can build awareness and identify strategies to have a better quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 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
Dr. Hannah Karolewicz

Dr. Hannah Karolewicz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is direct, warm, and curious. I believe good sex therapy should feel like a conversation with someone who's genuinely on your side, not an interrogation or a lecture.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jacob Lapides

Jacob Lapides

Therapist

Virtual • Sebastopol, CA


“I am a Holistic therapist who likes to focus on healing an individual from all aspects including mind-body wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Redding, CA

Number of therapists serving Redding, CA
There are over 2,447 therapists in Redding, CA accepting new patients.
2,447+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 87%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 76%Cigna
  • 74%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 67%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 64%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 15%Spanish
  • 2%Farsi
  • 1%Mandarin
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 91%Online only
  • 9%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 73%Woman
  • 24%Man
  • 3%Non-binary
License types
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  • 44%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 29%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 11%Nurse Practitioner
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 41%Family therapy
  • 28%Couples therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy

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