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LGBT therapists in Salinas, CA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Salinas, CA

In Salinas, Headway's diverse network of 2,463 licensed providers includes therapists experienced in supporting LGBTQIA mental health and identity exploration. Sessions combine flexibility with affordability—many clients save 75% through insurance coverage, with some paying as low as $0 per session. Providers are warm, affirming, and ready to support your journey.

Lauren Burt

Lauren Burt

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to work with you, empower you, and be an active listener when everything feels against you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Amina Mohabbat

Amina Mohabbat

Therapist

Virtual • California


Amina has a Masters in Social Work with a concentration on Direct Practice in Community Mental Health from the University of California, Berkeley. Additional education is a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology, Japanese, and a Pupil Personnel Service Credential specializing on children and families. She has over 18+ years of direct practice mental health experience and is trained in evidence based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Art Therapy, trauma informed care, Gottman's couples Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, somatic therapy, mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Family Systems therapy. Other practices include music/sound therapy, career and academic counseling, life coaching, mind and body connection, specializations in immigrant issues, multicultural issues, gender identity issues, LGTBQI issues, chronic illness and medical issues counseling, blended family issues, intergenerational issues, social justice issues, neurodivergent issue (ADHD, autism, sensory issues).

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nealy Moeckler

Nealy Moeckler

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With over a decade of experience in mental health, I specialize in trauma work and neurodivergence, combining person-centered approaches with evidence-based methods like EMDR, ACT, DBT, and CBT.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Roselee Ledesma

Roselee Ledesma

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I identify as queer and the oldest daughter of Mexican immigrants. I am passionate about providing support to people who are experiencing life transitions, stressors, exploring their identity, dismantling weight stigma, stepping into body...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Desiree Tamjidi

Desiree Tamjidi

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I bring warmth, compassion, and curiosity to our work, helping you better understand yourself while recognizing the strengths you already carry.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Robert McShane

Robert McShane

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Westlake Village, CA


“I specialize in relationship dynamics, addiction, anxiety, anger, depression, and compulsive behaviors.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jane Alt

Jane Alt

Therapist

Virtual • California


Jane Alt, MA, LMFT, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who takes a direct, compassionate, and collaborative approach to therapy. She specializes in working with individuals, couples, and families, providing a safe and supportive space where clients can explore challenges, gain insight, and create meaningful change.

Jane believes each individual brings unique experiences, emotions, and perspectives into relationships and family systems. Whether working with an individual or a couple or family, she focuses on the whole person while recognizing the impact relationships can have on emotional well-being. Her goal is to guide clients from awareness into action and help them move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Jane works with couples and families who want to understand one another better but may struggle to find common ground through effective communication. She provides a space for individuals to share corrective experiences, develop new perspectives, and build healthier patterns of connection. By working with all individuals within the couple or family structure, Jane helps clients improve communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen relationships.

Jane earned her Master's degree in Clinical Psychology, with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy, from Pepperdine University. She is a member of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT) and the Women's Association of Addiction Treatment (WAAT), Los Angeles Chapter. She currently consults at Reconnect, a trauma-focused facility, and is continuing her training in EMDR.

From her own journey, Jane understands that finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming. She believes deciding to take action is the first step toward a more balanced life. Whether supporting an individual, couple, or family, Jane meets clients where they are and helps them move toward meaningful, lasting change.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jeremiah Hein

Jeremiah Hein

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi. I've been working as a therapist for 9 years. I have my AA in Sociology from Miracosta College, my BA in Psychology from Cal State Long Beach, and my MSW (Master of Social Work) from Cal State San Marcos. I assist people in dealing with stress from work, relationships, etc. I help people process unresolved trauma, grief, etc. I can help utilize the strengths you have, develop new strengths, in helping you live the most meaningful life in what that means to you.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Christina Patterson

Christina Patterson

Therapist

Virtual • Riverside, CA


“I am encouraging, patient, and calm. I enjoy encouraging adults to learn to walk their life path in a better happier manner.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Eugenia Rosenblatt

Eugenia Rosenblatt

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a trauma-informed clinician, I partner with clients to reduce suffering and create more meaningful, values-guided living.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Edward Garcia

Edward Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take an integrative, person-centered approach and view therapy as a collaborative journey where we can better understand what you're experiencing, recognize your strengths, and work together toward meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Jason Wilson

Dr. Jason Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am collaborative but also willing to hold accountability and provide supportive feedback and encouragement.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Hina Franklin

Hina Franklin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused, Motivational Interviewing, Relational therapy, and Strengths-Based therapy, I tailor my approach to meet clients needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Ida Greene

Dr. Ida Greene

Therapist

Virtual • California


My goal is to empower people to look at the bigger picture of what is possible for them.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Helene Farr

Dr. Helene Farr

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I bring a calm, thoughtful presence, along with life experience, openness, and a non-judgmental approach.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Jeffrey Maloney

Dr. Jeffrey Maloney

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I believe every therapy session is a creative process that we shape together... My patients often describe me as compassionate, approachable, and direct.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Venessa Medina

Venessa Medina

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Visalia, CA


“I believe healing happens in safe, attuned relationships — and therapy can be a space where you are fully seen, heard, and supported as you grow.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sossity Nico

Sossity Nico

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Being a therapist and a part of the neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ communities has given me great empathy, compassion, and an in-depth feeling of connectedness to the human experience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zoot Sax

Zoot Sax

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients often describe me as someone who helps them feel genuinely accepted, free to show up as their full selves, whoever that may be.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
John Peres

John Peres

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“I believe therapy should be both healing and practical—not simply a place to talk, but a place to gain insight, learn effective skills, and create lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alex Rossman

Alex Rossman

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe therapy is a collaborative process where you can feel heard, understood and supported. I bring warmth, compassion and many years of experience to my work with clients. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgemental space where you can explore challenges, gain insight and make meaningful changes.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Fquira Johannes

Fquira Johannes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a lot of different evidence-based practices and interventions, including, but not limited to, Transactional Analysis, Emotional regulation, CBT, mindfulness, and more.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Emily Dawes

Emily Dawes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer inclusive and affirming therapy, grounded in the belief that you deserve to be understood as a whole person...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Hannah Bernstein

Hannah Bernstein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I'm warm, direct, and a little bit stubborn about hope. I'll listen closely and I'll tell you the truth as I see it.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dora Brody

Dora Brody

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Having a multi-cultural, multi-generational, bilingual background in education and counseling has equipped me with the ability to connect and build rapport to provide a client-centered approach.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Joyce Carter

Joyce Carter

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I aim to help people to understand we all have the power to re-create ourselves and live our best lives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Bobby Farhat

Bobby Farhat

Therapist

Virtual • San Jose, CA


“I bring a very non-judgmental approach to therapy. I believe the clients relationship with their therapist is the most important factor in determining clients success and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Richard Houseal

Richard Houseal

Therapist

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


“My care approach is solution-oriented and short-term, but the results are aimed to be long-term through processing, reframing, and utilizing helpful and productive interventions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Ekta Kumar

Dr. Ekta Kumar

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I work with adults and couples, especially professionals, students, and creatives in high-pressure environments — who want more than just coping skills.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Shannon Lynch

Dr. Shannon Lynch

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapy style is warm and welcoming. I know that therapy can feel daunting and sharing your true self with a stranger can seem, well, strange.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Victoria Sanchez

Victoria Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • Roseville, CA


“I believe therapy should be a space where you feel heard, understood, and supported without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Katie Jacobs

Katie Jacobs

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Katie was born with a partial hearing loss which forced her to pay attention to the words people use and the different ways people communicate.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Judy Iwanier

Judy Iwanier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Petaluma, CA


“I provide support to survivors of traumatic experiences, individuals who have experienced a loss or separation from a loved one, as well as those suffering from depression and anxiety.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Barbee

Emily Barbee

Therapist

Virtual • California


You're taking the first difficult step towards change by vetting therapists, and I'd be honored to join you on each of the subsequent steps. I've been a clinical therapist for 12 years and employ a variety of tools to help you meet your goals. I'm especially drawn to and skilled in working with folk in transition, whether this relates to your age (preteen, teen or adult), relationship status, identity exploration or shifting life circumstances.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andre Almeida

Andre Almeida

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should feel like a genuine conversation where you can be yourself without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kristian Menotti

Kristian Menotti

Therapist

Virtual • Menlo Park, CA


“My goal as a therapist is to assist my clients identify thoughts, feelings and behaviors that are contributing to their difficulties and develop strategies to work towards creating a rich and meaningful life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jillian Barna

Jillian Barna

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to walk alongside you with compassion and respect, helping you rediscover hope, build resilience, and create meaningful progress.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Richa Agarwal

Richa Agarwal

Therapist

Virtual • Palo Alto, CA


“No matter what your history or your pain is, I believe the first step to healing is a trusting therapeutic relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Grace Swank

Grace Swank

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I'm Grace, and I'm so glad you're here.

I believe therapy begins with feeling safe, heard, and understood. My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where we can build a genuine connection and work together toward meaningful change.

I have worked in the mental health field for over 6 years. I have experience working with individuals, couples, families, children, veterans, and victims of crime. My areas of focus include trauma, anxiety, relationship concerns, and family systems. Whether you're navigating a difficult season or seeking personal growth, I'm here to support you with compassion, curiosity, and evidence-based care.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dylan Perese

Dylan Perese

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm here as a steady presence on your side: someone who listens closely, asks the questions that get to the heart of it, and offers real tools and perspective to help you move through your life differently.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Grief or loss
Creative, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Salinas, CA

Number of therapists serving Salinas, CA
There are over 2,450 therapists in Salinas, CA accepting new patients.
2,450+
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
  • 77%Cigna
  • 74%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 68%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 64%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 15%Spanish
  • 2%Farsi
  • 1%French
  • 1%Mandarin
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
  • 28%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 11%Nurse Practitioner
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 8%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 40%Family therapy
  • 28%Couples therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy

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