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LGBT therapists in San Luis Obispo, CA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in San Luis Obispo, CA

Headway connects LGBTQIA individuals in San Luis Obispo with 2,475 licensed providers who offer affirming, open-minded mental health support. Our network includes empowering therapists experienced in gender identity, sexual orientation, and relationship concerns. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, with many providers offering free consultations to help you find the right fit.

Helma Jafari

Helma Jafari

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am deeply committed to supporting individuals in reconnecting with themselves, healing, and growing in meaningful ways.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jennifer Stoneburner

Jennifer Stoneburner

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about helping children, teens, and adults decrease anxious symptoms, so they can find their true selves and live a happy, joyous, fulfilled life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ashley Azin

Ashley Azin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Marcos, CA


“I strive to make each one of my clients feel seen, heard, and unconditionally accepted throughout every session.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Claudia Shields

Dr. Claudia Shields

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Bryan Hamilton

Bryan Hamilton

Therapist

Virtual • California


Have you been overwhelmed with trying to navigate through the ways you show up in your relationships with others, making you question your own self-identity? The goal is to help you navigate through these feelings/emotions with self-curiosity and compassion. I want to help hold space for my clients to explore these new tools through self-discovery.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Samira Hosseini

Samira Hosseini

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is interactive, curious, and gently direct—I'm here to help you go beneath the surface, increase your self-awareness, and respond to life's challenges from a place of clarity and peace rather than urgency.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Leonardo Garcia

Leonardo Garcia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Visalia, CA


“Additionally, for longer-term treatment, utilize sand tray, expressive arts, mindfulness, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and other treatment modalities tailored to each client.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
John Arlotto

John Arlotto

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is relaxed and conversational. I want our meetings to be a safe space for you to heal, learn, and grow.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Mandel

Amy Mandel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am integrative with therapeutic approach, dependent on needs of the individual. Several practice approaches would include: Psychodynamic, CBT, ACT, CBT, EMDR, Solution Focused, etc.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Felicia Ige

Felicia Ige

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hi, I'm Felicia Ige, a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of nursing experience in mental health, public health, acute care, and education.

I hold a Post-Master's Certificate in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing from Walden University and a Master's degree in Nursing Education. I specialize in psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and personalized mental health treatment.

Above all, I believe everyone deserves to feel heard, understood, and supported without judgment. My goal is to create a welcoming space where you can feel comfortable being yourself.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Direct
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jorge Martin

Jorge Martin

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist serving clients in California. I specialize in helping people struggling with anxiety and depression, trauma, life transitions, and grief. I primarily use experiential therapy modalities (Internal Family Systems, AEDP, Coherence Therapy, etc.) that focus on deeper work to address the root causes of clients' struggles. I help people gain more clarity and confidence and feel more peaceful and balanced inside.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katelyn Franza

Katelyn Franza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is a partnership, where we work together to identify your goals, navigate challenges, and create meaningful change in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Britney Kisling

Britney Kisling

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is direct, conversational, reflective, and solution-focused, with a little humor when appropriate.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kory Doyle

Kory Doyle

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My specialty is working with LGBT+ adults and couples. Issues I have worked with in the past include same-sex couples' dynamics, self-acceptance, the coming-out process, and gender transition.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 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+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jennifer De Santis

Jennifer De Santis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Anaheim, CA


“I have a vast amount of experience in working with a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, loss, infertility, perinatal and postpartum, trauma and more.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Fajardo

Diana Fajardo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My philosophy is: we are shaped by our thoughts, emotions and behaviors therefore with time and effort change is always possible.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharon Atwood

Sharon Atwood

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Long Beach, CA


“I combine psychiatric medication management with integrative health practices, examining how sleep, nutrition, exercise, stress, and social connection shape your overall wellbeing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jeremy Horn

Jeremy Horn

Therapist

Virtual • California


“There is a lot of language used in mental health that can be off-putting and clinical. I try to use different language, unique to you, to help you gain a new perspective of how you see your life and your role in it.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Fiona Nottingham

Fiona Nottingham

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring empathy, warmth, and a non-judgmental open-minded approach to working with Clients towards achieving optimal whole mind, body, and mental wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 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
Katie Kellogg

Katie Kellogg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Los Angeles, CA


“I enjoy working with creatives, the LGBTQ+ community, adolescents aged 15+, young adults, and folks who find themselves "starting over" in middle age.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janelle Vaughan

Janelle Vaughan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I'm a psychiatric nurse practitioner based in California, and I built my practice around being a true advocate for the people I work with. I trained in both medication management and therapy, and I find that care is most effective when those two things work together. Whether you are managing a mood disorder, navigating anxiety or depression, or figuring out the right psychiatric medications, I take time to understand you as a whole person, not just a list of symptoms. My goal is for every client to feel genuinely heard, supported, and in control of their own mental health journey.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Julie Lenhardt

Julie Lenhardt

Therapist

Virtual • Corte Madera, CA


“With over 20 years of clinical experience and a range of therapeutic modalities and integrated strategies under my belt, I'll help you break from the patterns and experiences keeping you stuck.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kishla Preston

Kishla Preston

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With over 11 years of experience, I help adults navigate anxiety, burnout, life transitions, and relationship stress.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Fabiola Ortiz

Fabiola Ortiz

Therapist

Virtual • Encino, CA


“I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience helping individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, family issues, relationships, and personal development.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Kelly Carll

Kelly Carll

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“I believe that therapy should be a safe, collaborative space where clients feel empowered to make decisions that most align with their values and needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yuqian Zhao

Yuqian Zhao

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that healing begins with connection, and I'm committed to walking alongside you as we explore your story, unpack challenges, and work toward meaningful growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
June Thompson

June Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a licensed psychotherapist with 20 years of clinical experience working with anxiety, depression and complicated relationships among many other concerns. I tend to use a more logic-driven, analytical structured approach with my clients where together we try to understand and analyze patterns of behavior that are causing problems and getting in the way of their lives. As a result, neurodivergents and people who work in the hard sciences, technology fields, or are business executives tend to respond very positively to my style and approach. I also work with mood disorders, unconventional or complicated relationships, historical spiritual abuse and military veterans.

Specialty in AI and technology:

I also specialize in the psychology of AI, technology and how it affects society and relationships. For 7 months last year, I spent extensive time within AI-user online communities to learn about their firsthand experiences involving AI-related harm and parasocial relationships. I was featured in the 2026 title How to Talk to AI (And How Not To) by BBC journalist and author Jamie Bartlett, where I discussed parasocial relationships in AI use.

Hobbies:

I love the outdoors, backpacking and going on road trips with my dog. I teach outdoor skills in a wilderness class each winter. I also love California native plants and am a trained naturalist.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marjory Frederic

Marjory Frederic

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My commitment is to provide clients with a safe and compassionate space, where they are met with genuine warmth and empathy in a judgment-free environment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
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 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Metz

Michael Metz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I spent three years training under one of California's leading anxiety experts, where I specialized in treating anxiety disorders and OCD.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Men's issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Renee EB-Walton

Renee EB-Walton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My training enables me to facilitate personal growth and self-discovery, helping individuals access their inner resources to overcome challenges and reduce suffering.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Margie Tyrone

Margie Tyrone

Therapist

Virtual • California


Margie Tyrone is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with over 20 years of experience providing compassionate and effective therapy to individuals, couples, and families. With a deep passion for helping people navigate life’s challenges, Margie specializes in transgender care, offering a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their gender identity and transition experiences.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Ivan Arevalo Fuentes

Ivan Arevalo Fuentes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I consider myself a holistic therapist who is interested in helping clients walk on a path to heal mind, body, and spirit.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amber Smith

Amber Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I aim to communicate in a direct yet non-judgmental way. My style is to listen intently, ask clarifying questions, and offer insights to help you gain new perspectives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chirag Bharati

Chirag Bharati

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cerritos, CA


“An integrative therapy approach that encompasses all aspects of your individual experience is a great starting point.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeffrey Chang

Jeffrey Chang

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Leading with curiosity, kindness, and compassion, my goal is to provide a space where you can express yourself freely and to teach practical skills that help you live life with confidence.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Duyen Pham

Duyen Pham

Therapist

Virtual • California


As an immigrant woman growing up in America, I have seen and personally experienced the challenges of being a minority woman. Through resiliency and perseverance, I am now the clinical director of an outpatient program at a non-profit. I have been working in the community mental health field serving low-income individuals and families for over 15 years. I specialize in trauma treatment, especially sexual trauma. I use a trauma- and cultural-informed lens to look at the issue.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Robert Fragoso

Robert Fragoso

Therapist

Virtual • Palmdale, CA


My name is Robert Fragoso and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have experience working with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, identify, transitions and relationship issues. I also have experience working with people who have undergone trauma at different stages of life. I feel very comfortable working with couples through marriage and couples counseling.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in San Luis Obispo, CA

Number of therapists serving San Luis Obispo, CA
There are over 2,488 therapists in San Luis Obispo, CA accepting new patients.
2,488+
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
  • 86%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 75%Cigna
  • 75%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 74%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 64%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 16%Spanish
  • 2%Farsi
  • 1%Mandarin
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 73%Woman
  • 24%Man
  • 3%Non-binary
License types
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  • 45%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 29%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 10%Nurse Practitioner
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 40%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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