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LGBT therapists in San Mateo, CA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in San Mateo, CA

Finding an LGBTQIA+-affirming therapist in San Mateo is easier with Headway. Our diverse provider network includes specialists experienced in supporting gender identity, sexual orientation, and related mental health concerns. Sessions are flexible, affordable with insurance, and providers often have immediate availability.

Jilleen Ward

Jilleen Ward

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that the client is the expert in their own life, and my job is to help you uncover your own innate power, strengths, wisdom, and self-insight.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Virginia Capello

Virginia Capello

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Trauma survivors are so often left feeling disconnected and disempowered. Utilizing EMDR protocol to heal trauma helps the brain untangle the web of pain created by traumatic events...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Noah Eastman

Noah Eastman

Therapist

Virtual • Berkeley, CA


Noah Eastman, LMFT, offers a warm space to heal from the past, discover yourself, and chart a new path forward. He received his M.A. in Integral Counseling Psychology at C.I.I.S. Using parts work, somatic therapy, and EMDR Noah offers therapy for individuals and couples. If you are a couple stuck in the same old loop, then it's time to begin the more honest dialogue you’ve been putting off for too long. I have supported individuals with with anxiety, depression, CPTSD, grief, gender and sexuality issues, and major life transitions.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Danielle Williamson

Danielle Williamson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring a warm, empathetic, and often humorous style to therapy, and I view the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative partnership rather than a hierarchy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dana Rogers

Dana Rogers

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Dana has over 20 years of clinical experience facilitating emotional healing transformation in a vast diversity of populations...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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
Brittaney Latta

Brittaney Latta

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use techniques from several practices such as mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy, Bowen family systems, person-centered, solution-focused, and Gottman in order to better help you to reach your goals in therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jolene Jensen

Jolene Jensen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I see life challenges as tools to learn, grow, evolve and find new purpose, empathy, depth and meaning.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Pritchard

Jennifer Pritchard

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is a collaborative, dynamic process... so that they can live a full, authentic, and fulfilling life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Betel Christy Ruschmeyer

Betel Christy Ruschmeyer

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


My name is Betel, and I am a California Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in my 6th year of practice. I received my MA from the California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco, where I trained in a process-oriented, humanistic-existential style of clinical work. My background also includes coaching in ketamine-assisted care settings, and I am psychedelics-informed and educated.

At the foundation of my work is the belief that human being is an organic unfolding, in which mindful awareness plays an enduring and creative role. I therefore tend to work especially well with artists, young adults, the LGBTQ+ community, and anyone navigating major life transitions or places of in-between in their sense of who they are.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Jacqueline Parada

Dr. Jacqueline Parada

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and respect for each client's unique journey. I believe that effective mental health care begins with building a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship in a safe, nonjudgmental space.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Valerie Handlers

Valerie Handlers

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is loving, compassionate and direct. If you just want someone to listen and not give you suggestions on how to improve your life, then I am not the right therapist for you!”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dean Wright

Dean Wright

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I come with an existentialist approach to the therapeutic room which means I am trying to help my clients find meaning in the change they seek.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Derrick Harding

Derrick Harding

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is trauma-informed, client-centered, and grounded in cultural humility and social justice.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christine Barnett

Christine Barnett

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Our work together will revolve around the essential philosophy that all beings can heal and succeed, no matter what adversity has come before.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Shay Groenewold

Dr. Shay Groenewold

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“Using an individualized, nonjudgmental approach, I will work with you collaboratively on building support, creating healthy independence, developing self-compassion and self-acceptance...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kevin Weiland

Kevin Weiland

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is mindful, somatic, and relational. I help you slow down, notice what's happening in your body and emotions, and understand the deeper patterns shaping your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Cristine Vita

Cristine Vita

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm warm, collaborative, and not a "blank-slate therapist." I bring my whole authentic self in the hopes that you will too.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
William Jacob Kavanaugh

William Jacob Kavanaugh

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My presence is warm and grounded, and my approach focuses on helping you make sense of your feelings and create a life that you feel good about.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
William Dexter

William Dexter

Therapist

Virtual • California


My name is William Dexter I am a LMFT licensed marriage family therapist. I am devoted to the health, well-being, and safety of clients and have lived a clean and sober lifestyle for over thirty years. My approach to therapy is to focus on relationships with yourself, with others, and with your Higher Power or GOD as you understand him. I believe the problem is not knowing who you are, and the solution is finding out who you are.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. John Evosevich

Dr. John Evosevich

Therapist

Virtual • California


J.M. Evosevich, PhD, LMFT, CADC, BCBA, RN is a licensed MFT specializing in individuals and couples. He has more than 30 years of experience working in healthcare and mental health with a specialization in couples therapy. He has successfully created individualized care for people with mental health and substance abuse disorders.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Lorrie Herzberg

Lorrie Herzberg

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work as a companion and guide, offering direct, respectful, and non-judgmental support to help clients navigate challenges such as grief, trauma, serious illness, life transitions, and personal growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Ansell

Michelle Ansell

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Healing doesn't happen by becoming someone new—it happens by learning to embrace every part of who you already are.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Krystal Handy

Krystal Handy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Dr. Handy specializes in treatment of: survivors of trauma, residual impact of the BIPOC (i.e., Black, Indigenous, People of Color) communities, Christians that practice or struggle with their practice of the faith, and those "of any ethnicity"...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Gwendolyn Boyd-McGhee

Gwendolyn Boyd-McGhee

Therapist

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to grow, develop healthier coping skills, and enjoy a better quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Energetic, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Helena Ma

Dr. Helena Ma

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m Helena. As a queer Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, art therapist, and certified Christ-centered counselor, I offer a compassionate, culturally nuanced space for whole-person healing. I provide therapy in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin. I specialise in supporting LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent individuals navigating identity, relationships, and emotional growth. By blending creative process, empathy, and deep cultural understanding, I help you reconnect with your authentic voice, build self-reliance, and live more fully.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Danielle Logan

Danielle Logan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in "Big T" trauma, childhood trauma and abuse, sexual trauma, and complex trauma from neglect or abusive relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 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
Cylystina Nevel

Cylystina Nevel

Therapist

Virtual • California


Some seasons of life ask more of you than you ever expected, and somewhere along the way you stopped feeling like yourself. I work with teens, parents, and adults who are moving through anxiety, depression, grief, relationship strain, and the heavy stretches that come with big life transitions. I care deeply about supporting LGBTQIA+ and transgender clients, and families who want to understand and show up for one another a little better. So much of this work is simply remembering that you do not have to carry any of it alone.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jessica Zavala

Jessica Zavala

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is warm, direct, and collaborative. I believe therapy should be a space where clients feel genuinely understood and supported while also being challenged to grow.”
LGBTQIA+, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Roxborough

Danielle Roxborough

Therapist

Virtual • Laguna Niguel, CA


Hi, I’m Danielle Roxborough, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and founder of Love is a Verb Counseling. I work with couples and individuals through a trauma-informed, relational lens because I believe relationships are where we experience both our deepest wounds and our greatest healing. My work integrates the Gottman Method, attachment-based therapy, EFT and DBT skills, and I specialize in supporting neurodivergent individuals and partnerships. I’m also a certified Fair Play Method facilitator, helping couples build more balanced, collaborative partnerships at home.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Gracianna Smith

Gracianna Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you build a practical toolbox of skills that strengthens your sense of self, purpose, and efficacy from an integrative trauma-informed lens.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Grief or loss, PTSD, Stress management
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jerrica Calvillo

Jerrica Calvillo

Therapist

Virtual • Bakersfield, CA


Jerrica is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals and families through life’s challenges. She has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings and has extensive experience helping clients with anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, ADHD, crisis support, and substance use concerns.

Jerrica’s approach is compassionate, supportive, and client-centered. She strives to create a safe space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow. Using evidence-based tools tailored to each person’s needs, she helps clients build insight, strengthen coping skills, and move toward healing.

Jerrica feels honored to walk alongside her clients as they work toward positive change, greater balance, and a more hopeful future.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Lisa Palmer

Lisa Palmer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Since graduating from Antioch University and becoming licensed in 2020, I've worked to bring empathy, unconditional kindness, and humor to each session.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Amon Benavides

Dr. Amon Benavides

Therapist

Virtual • Westlake Vlg, CA


“I strive to create a supportive and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe, understood, and comfortable being their authentic selves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiera Couch

Tiera Couch

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I founded my practice to offer an unfiltered space to be unapologetic and unlearn harmful thoughts and patterns that impact living a full life.”
LGBTQIA+, Depression, Relationship issues, Trauma, Women's issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Angela Rasheed

Dr. Angela Rasheed

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tarzana, CA


“I will provide clinical advice based on my expertise based on evidence based clinical data and studies, and allowing you to participate actively in your treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Meghan Holland

Meghan Holland

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a supportive, compassionate, empathic approach by listening to the client and providing feedback that can help the client improve their quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Ian Fetterolf

Dr. Ian Fetterolf

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to cultivate therapeutic relationships that are equally as effective as they are authentic and meaningful.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julia Moore

Julia Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


I actively participate in helping you get to where you want to go, and I offer insight when clients have a desire and readiness to hear it. I have worked in the mental health field for over ten years as well, so I have heard it all! My office is a no judgement zone first and foremost. I am a sex therapist and look forward to helping you overcome sexual shame and trauma so that you can have all the intimacy and closeness you desire.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in San Mateo, CA

Number of therapists serving San Mateo, CA
There are over 2,450 therapists in San Mateo, 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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