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LGBT therapists in Santa Monica, CA
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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Santa Monica, CA
Santa Monica's vibrant LGBTQIA+ community deserves mental health care that truly understands their experiences. Headway offers flexible, judgment-free sessions with providers experienced in supporting gender identity, sexual orientation, and community-specific challenges. With 70+ insurance plans accepted, quality affirming care is more accessible than ever.
“I bring specialized expertise in OCD and PTSD/trauma treatment, along with comprehensive care for depression, anxiety, panic disorders, mood disorders, and bipolar conditions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I use measurement-based care, structured symptom tracking that guides our treatment adjustments and minimizes trial-and-error.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I believe effective psychiatric care requires more than clinical expertise. It also depends on real human connection, mutual respect, and a commitment to understanding the whole person.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I bring more than ten years of clinical experience across adult and geriatric primary care, inpatient psychiatry, crisis intervention, and outpatient medication management.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My passion is the mind-body-spirit connection, and I'm dedicated to supporting others toward balance, increased self awareness, integration, and peace.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I provide a non-judgmental space for all of my clients to openly share and comfortably process their thoughts and feelings.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I believe in an approach that people are the experts in their own lives, and I am here to help guide them from a professional standpoint.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“Therapy is a collaborative partnership in which we explore the challenges you are facing with curiosity and care.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“She employs evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) to customize treatment plans to each client's unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“Our approach is direct, compassionate, and practical, less about endless analysis and more about real, lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe effective mental health care begins with truly listening and understanding you as a person, not simply treating a diagnosis.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Rena tailors her therapeutic approach to the individual's needs, personality, and cultural background.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Therapy begins with creating a safe, collaborative, and trusting space where you feel heard and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I specialize in medication management for adults and adolescents experiencing a wide range of mental health conditions...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I strive to provide a supportive, respectful space where you feel heard, understood, and actively involved in your care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Do you feel like something is wrong with you? Do you wish it would all just stop and go away? Is your child acting out and you don't know why or what to do? If you have had any of these thoughts, then you're in the right place! My practice is based around what happened to us, not what is wrong with us. I am here to support & guide you in processing thoughts and feelings, reflect on experiences, learn new coping skills, and figure out next steps. I will listen, teach, brainstorm, guide and help you build tools to meet your goals.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My warm, practical, realistic, and evidence-based teaching style puts clients at ease, while my non-judgmental and curious approach leaves them feeling hopeful after every session.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I specialize in working with high-performing women of color—professionals, creatives, and caregivers—who are often carrying the emotional weight of success, identity, and responsibility.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My greatest gift as a therapist is optimism. No matter how bad things may currently seem, I know my clients can overcome obstacles, process pain, and move on to happier, healthier, more purposeful lives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My approach is direct and solution-oriented, blending clinical expertise with the profound life lessons that have shaped my perspective on resilience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“There are times when a person feels emotionally "stuck" and feel there is no way to undo it. I know this view well myself!”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am a firm believer in human resilience and an individual's ability to thrive, persevere, and navigate life's deepest challenges, especially when offered a non-judgmental, caring, empathic environment, which is what I aim to offer to all of my...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hello, I am glad you are here. My goal is to offer a safe welcoming space where you can be yourself without fear of judgement. I believe everyone deserves to be heard with kindness, respect, and compassion. Together, we'll move at a pace that feels right for you as we work toward the life you want to create.
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“Therapy should feel like a collaboration, not a set of instructions handed down by someone who thinks they have all the answers.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience supporting adults, teens, and families in medical, community mental health, and addiction treatment settings. I’ve worked with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use. I bring a calm, supportive, and down‐to‐earth style to therapy so clients feel safe and understood. I also teach social work and sociology at the university level, which keeps me grounded in current research and best practices. Most importantly, I care about meeting you where you are and helping you move toward meaningful change.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I am trained in EMDR, a modality used to help process traumatic memories and the cognitions associated with them.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have a MSW in social work and a BA in Psyhcology with a minor in African American studies. My educational background and career include extensive work with transitional age youth, teens, children and families and other disenfranchised populations.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My communication style is empathetic, warm, and direct. I offer a safe space where you can speak freely, without fear of judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“I am a Bilingual/Bicultural Latiné LCSW with over 15 years of experience working with adolescents, adults and families.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
I am a clinical psychologist licensed in California and Illinois, and can see clients from both states. I support clients with variety of mental health conditions such as mood disorders, relationships issues, addictions, stress management, sport and performance psychology and health behaviors, trauma, insomnia and eating disorders. My therapy style is personable, connected, focused, and attuned.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I have over 15+ years experience as a nurse working in various departments, working hands on with patients, as well as leadership and management roles.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“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
“I believe that healing happens in relationships where you feel truly seen, understood, and safe enough to be yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe counseling offers healing, growth and clarification for client's as they courageously decide to work with me in a safe, trusting warm and confidential environment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
“I help clients manage anxiety, depression, trauma, and more by working collaboratively to challenge negative thought patterns and build healthier habits.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My style is warm, engaged, and genuinely curious — if you're ready to stop going through the motions and start actually feeling like yourself again, I'd love to work with you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I take no greater joy than helping others do the same. To identify and remove the barriers toward reaching your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I specialize in working with adults with ADHD, parents of neurodivergent children, and young professionals who are ready to stop fighting their brains and start building a life that actually fits them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I am a compassionate and interactive therapist who strives to build a strong rapport with each of my clients.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel comfortable being themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of Santa Monica, CA
Number of therapists within 20 miles of Santa Monica, CA
53+
Average years in practice
10 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 100%Anxiety
- 96%Relationship issues
- 94%Depression
- 91%Stress management
Insurances accepted
- 98%Aetna
- 60%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 51%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 40%Cigna
- 40%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
- 96%English
- 15%Spanish
- 4%Armenian
- 4%Portuguese
- 2%Farsi
How they see their clients
- 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
- 55%Woman
- 43%Man
- 2%Non-binary
License types
- 58%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 21%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 9%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 6%Clinical Psychologist
- 6%Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
- 100%Individual therapy
- 42%Family therapy
- 26%Couples therapy
- 17%Child or adolescent therapy
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