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LGBT therapists in Simi Valley, CA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Simi Valley, CA

Simi Valley residents seeking LGBTQIA-affirming therapy can access open-minded providers through Headway's extensive network. With 70+ insurance plans accepted nationally and sessions starting as low as $0 with coverage, you can focus on your wellbeing without financial barriers.

Jackie Neyhart

Jackie Neyhart

Therapist

Virtual • California


Jackie specializes in supporting teens and young adults as they navigate life's challenges, such as anxiety, life transitions, and relationship dynamics.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Evan Dunn

Evan Dunn

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I encourage profound exploration of symptoms and conflicts while simultaneously offering my patients a space of warmth and relief in which to grow.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Anthony Morice

Anthony Morice

Psychologist

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“I take an integrative and client-centered approach to therapy. My style blends contemporary evidence-based approaches along with psychodynamic and psychoanalytic perspectives...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Darlington Igbokwe

Dr. Darlington Igbokwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach to mental health care is centered on building trust and understanding, ensuring that each client feels heard and respected.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Amelia Hall

Amelia Hall

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I understand what it means to move through a world that wasn't designed for you, and I know what it feels like to finally find your way back to yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eduardo Rodriguez

Eduardo Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is compassionate, down-to-earth, and focused on collaboration—working together to help you gain insight, build resilience, and reach your personal goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Raquel Buchanan

Raquel Buchanan

Therapist

Virtual • Pacifica, CA


“The best compliment I have ever received was that my therapeutic approach "was like talking to a friend."”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Felicia P. Rodgers

Felicia P. Rodgers

Therapist

Virtual • California


My approach draws on psychoanalytic thinking, which revolves on one central idea: much of what we think and feel remains outside of our awareness. Sometimes we keep powerful feelings hidden so we can continue moving through the day, or we simply cannot find time to reflect on everything that is happening to us. In any case, keeping these potent experiences hidden may leave us feeling stiff, dreary, unfulfilled, or even numb and dull.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lisa LaGuardia Fischer

Lisa LaGuardia Fischer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My warm and friendly approach provides a safe space for you to explore your deepest emotions and uncover the truth of your soul.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alexis Cabrera

Alexis Cabrera

Therapist

Virtual • California


I commit to supporting your growth whilst challenging your outdated defense mechanisms. Old patterns got you this far, and my Gestalt training allows me to see your obstacles as creative adjustments. I will empower you to choose, consciously, what works and what works no longer.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Miranda Chatfield

Miranda Chatfield

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help individuals and couples tune into their inner worlds and choose how to show up with presence so they can respond rather than react.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kassandra Margetis

Kassandra Margetis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach all my therapeutic relationships with openness and curiosity. I am empathic and patient...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

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Navneet Dhaliwal

Navneet Dhaliwal

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and personalized, with a focus on creating a safe space where clients feel comfortable, supported, and actively involved in their treatment plan.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Sarah Koerner

Dr. Sarah Koerner

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“My goal is for clients to learn how to live in the present so that they can engage more fully in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mallory Garrett

Mallory Garrett

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach centers on meeting you where you are and fostering a collaborative environment to address the issues causing you distress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Paula Rosenfeld

Paula Rosenfeld

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am the the kind of clinician who will utilize real life references and examples of how the interventions work, I am transparent, non judgmental and will share with you the exact intent of my interventions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tracy Bagatelle-Black

Tracy Bagatelle-Black

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Clarita, CA


“I rely on warmth and a bit of humor to help build trust and make the therapeutic space feel more human and approachable.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Spencer MacDonald

Spencer MacDonald

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm Spencer, a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in men's issues, teens, couples and families.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Brett Bauer

Brett Bauer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in working together to achieve your goals. In life, you often have people telling you where to go or what to do, but my job is to help you understand where you want to go and what you want to do.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Krista Gerdts

Krista Gerdts

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Monica, CA


“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
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
Stevie-Sue Landowski

Stevie-Sue Landowski

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a hope dealer grounded in realistic outcomes. My practice is affirming, trauma-focused, and mindfulness-based.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Cecilia Hanono

Cecilia Hanono

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and client-centered. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel truly heard and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Shiva Banafti

Shiva Banafti

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My work is grounded in a human-centered, trauma-informed approach, and one of my greatest strengths is the quality of therapeutic relationships I build with clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nadia Seray-wurie

Nadia Seray-wurie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


Welcome! Taking the step to prioritize your mental health is powerful, and I’m honored to welcome you to our practice.

I’m Nadia Seray-Wurie, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner devoted to delivering compassionate, top-tier psychiatric and medical care to individuals and families across our communities. We bring flexible, high-quality care directly to you—offering both in-person appointments and seamless telepsychiatry services. Together, we’ll build a personalized approach to your health so you can thrive.You don’t have to do this alone—we're here to walk alongside you on your journey to wellness.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily McKillip

Emily McKillip

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am known for creating a warm, safe, and collaborative therapeutic space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to heal.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sue Brekka

Sue Brekka

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I offer a safe environment of compassion and respect. Working pyschodynamically, from an object relations perspective, integrating parts work (IFS)...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ray Nguyen

Ray Nguyen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ontario, CA


“I believe clients should not only receive treatment, but also understand their mental health and feel empowered in their care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Debbie LeFevre

Debbie LeFevre

Therapist

Virtual • California


“With over 30 years of experience, I've developed a deep passion for helping individuals and families navigate relationship challenges--especially those involving blended families and divorce.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charles Codner

Charles Codner

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, I’m Charles, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) dedicated to helping adults build healthier, more fulfilling lives. I work with individuals and couples facing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, relationship difficulties, self-esteem concerns, and major life transitions. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in trauma-informed care. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you can openly explore your experiences, gain insight into patterns that may be holding you back, and develop the tools needed to heal, grow, and move forward with confidence.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarai Tovar

Sarai Tovar

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m dedicated to helping clients create meaningful change through a collaborative, compassionate, and goal oriented approach. I specialize in crisis intervention and draw from proven, evidence-based therapies (EMDR, IFS, CBT, DBT, ERP) tailored to your unique needs. I believe every person’s story is unique, and I work to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore challenges, build on strengths, and move toward the life you want. I earned my Master’s in Educational & Clinical Counseling from Azusa Pacific University and have received specialized training in trauma focused care and crisis interventions. I’ve worked in community mental health settings, crisis intervention programs, and private practice; which has allowed me to support individuals from diverse backgrounds and life experiences.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Antonio Fidler-Woodard

Antonio Fidler-Woodard

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“My style is conversational, collaborative, and grounded. I ask thoughtful questions, reflect patterns back to you, and create space for honesty without pressure or judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 7 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
Silvia Vaughn

Silvia Vaughn

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I provide a supportive, open, and compassionate space where clients feel heard, respected, and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Josiah Peratoner

Josiah Peratoner

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm Josiah — a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) practicing via telehealth across California. My work centers on three communities I care deeply about: veterans navigating the often-invisible work of coming home, LGBTQ+ individuals and couples looking for a therapist who genuinely gets it, and parents who are doing their best while carrying more than they show. I'm Transgender Allied, trained in trauma-informed and multicultural frameworks, and I work with individuals, couples, and families. Before anything else, I work hard to make sure you feel like yourself in the session — not a diagnosis, not a file.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Energetic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Autumn Yonkers

Autumn Yonkers

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Once we decide to work together, I will walk beside you and support you on your therapeutic journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nikki Baker

Nikki Baker

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about creating a safe space where every part of your story is truly honored and celebrated.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Phillip Guttmann

Phillip Guttmann

Therapist

Virtual • Beverly Hills, CA


I specialize in helping clients navigating trauma, anxiety, panic disorder, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, grief, & much more. I earned my MSW from New York University in 2011 and have worked as a forensic social worker in NYC at The Legal Aid Society & have also worked with Gay Men's Health Crisis, Services for the Underserved, Footsteps & Office of the Appellate Defender. I moved to Los Angeles in 2017 and have been in private practice since 2018.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kali Morgan

Kali Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m Kali, and I have been licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist in California since 2007. I want to help you have the relationships you want with yourself and with others. I have an MA in Applied Behavioral Science, with a concentration in Systems Counseling. What this means for you, practically speaking, is that as I work with you, I am also thinking about all of the other people, family and friends, co-workers and acquaintances, who are a part of and influential in your life, and you in theirs. I’m also thinking about the relationship you have with yourself, and how all of the parts of you, past, present and future interplay with each other and the world around you. Which is a long-winded way of saying I want to help you have the relationship you want with yourself and with others. I want you to find happiness, joy and health. I'd like to help you identify and meet your goals, and I am a warm, supportive presence whether or not you have any idea as to what your goals might be.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tisha Langley

Tisha Langley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, direct, practical, grounded and occasionally funny. Therapy with me is a real conversation, not a clinical checklist or a series of quiet nods that leave you wondering.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Simi Valley, CA

Number of therapists serving Simi Valley, CA
There are over 2,614 therapists in Simi Valley, CA accepting new patients.
2,614+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 89%Stress management
  • 86%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 79%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 75%Cigna
  • 73%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 64%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 15%Spanish
  • 1%Farsi
  • 1%Mandarin
  • 1%Assamese
How they see their clients
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  • 89%Online only
  • 11%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 74%Woman
  • 23%Man
  • 3%Non-binary
License types
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  • 46%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 29%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 9%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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