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LGBT therapists in Studio City, CA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Studio City, CA

Finding LGBTQIA+-affirming mental healthcare in Studio City is seamless with Headway's open-minded, warm provider network. Schedule your free consultation today and explore therapy options designed to support your unique identity and mental wellness journey.

Samir Hamed

Samir Hamed

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach to providing care is client-centered and holistic. I work collaboratively with clients to understand their unique needs and create personalized treatment plans.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Pierre Yeremia

Pierre Yeremia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I'm compassionate, relatable, and a good listener who wants you to feel genuinely understood not rushed or reduced to a diagnosis.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jerry Kao

Jerry Kao

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Specializing in depression, anxiety, and navigating life's challenges, I offer a caring and compassionate approach to therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Stress management
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sarina Sandoval

Sarina Sandoval

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to offer a steady, grounded, and completely pressure-free space where you don't have to censor your feelings, put on a brave face, or figure it all out on your own.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Donny Simpson

Donny Simpson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe people want to feel understood and supported, but they also want practical tools that can actually help them move forward.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Carl Quedenfeld

Carl Quedenfeld

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I create a safe environment for you to explore the more painful parts of your life and inner worlds.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mark Casas

Mark Casas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe everyone has the ability to heal and grow, and my role is to create a safe, affirming space where that process feels possible.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kristin Allen

Kristin Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“My therapeutic orientation is eclectic, largely influenced by psychodynamic and humanistic theories.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Hirsch

Robert Hirsch

Psychologist

Virtual • Palm Springs, CA


“I view my work as a collaborative process where I join my client in defining and moving toward his or her goals and individual journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 11 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
Mary Hebert

Mary Hebert

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a clinician I focus on mindfulness and internal growth. My mission is to reach as many people as possible who may be suffering in silence and/or don't feel heard.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 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
Gillian Loy

Gillian Loy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a trauma‐focused therapist, I am dedicated to empowering individuals who have lived through military trauma, domestic violence, childhood trauma, sexual assault, emotional abuse, and other complex traumatic experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Haley Parker

Haley Parker

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is a collaborative healing process. My hope is to empower the individuals I work with to seek clarity and guidance on different strategies to alleviate any existing distress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mitchica Smith

Mitchica Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


“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
Christopher Kincheloe

Christopher Kincheloe

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I use approaches like CBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to help you better understand yourself and build tools that actually work in real life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Hall-Sweaza

Julie Hall-Sweaza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style centers on empowering clients to improve their lives through collaborative goal-setting and a focus on mental health and well-being. ... I take a direct yet supportive approach, asking thoughtful questions to guide clients toward their own...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Betsy Harris

Betsy Harris

Therapist

Virtual • California


If you’re carrying trauma, anxiety, or depression, you’ve found a warm and steady place to start. I’m a seasoned Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and mindfulness has been a deeply important part of my own life and my work for nearly 30 years. Over the years, I’ve completed intensive meditation training in India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and the United States, experiences that have profoundly shaped how I understand healing, presence, and the connection between mind and body. I’d be honored to bring all of that to you.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Cheri Hui-Meng Tsai

Cheri Hui-Meng Tsai

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Berkeley, CA


“Through two humans interacting, it will increase self-knowledge, develop emotional skills and activate hidden potential.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kimberly Parsons

Kimberly Parsons

Therapist

Virtual • California


As your therapist, my primary commitment is to help you succeed in the ways that matter to you. Together, we’ll explore your underlying thoughts, feelings, and desires and consider how they may be influencing your life. We’ll look honestly at what is working and what isn’t. I’ll offer insight, guidance, and support while respecting your pace and where you are in the process. Our work will focus on creating meaningful, lasting change that reflects what matters most to you.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
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
Cinthya Pages

Cinthya Pages

Therapist

Virtual • California


“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
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
Alejandro Bulnes-Mendizabal

Alejandro Bulnes-Mendizabal

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who provides therapy in both Spanish and English, from colloquial to professional levels. My work has included supporting individuals facing HIV/AIDS-related challenges, domestic violence, substance use, loneliness, suicidal thoughts, dual diagnosis, sexuality-related concerns, aging-related issues, and the broader impact these experiences can have on families and support systems. Across community, academic, and clinical settings in Mexico and the U.S., I’ve built a strong foundation in helping people navigate both personal suffering and societal distress.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Araceli Hurst

Araceli Hurst

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Healing happens within a trusting therapeutic relationship, and that connection is at the heart of everything I do.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jeshurun Joseph

Jeshurun Joseph

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I welcome the opportunity to walk alongside you in achieving holistic emotional wellness through a culturally sensitive, client-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-focused framework.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 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
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
Marissa Morin

Marissa Morin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work from a systemic perspective that supports you in understanding yourself within your relationships with self and others.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Anne Winfrey

Dr. Anne Winfrey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who provides compassionate, patient-centered, and evidence-based care. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and supported. Together, we develop personalized treatment plans focused on your goals, well-being, and long-term mental health.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Stewart Jones

Dr. Stewart Jones

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe everyone deserves to live an abundant, fulfilling life—and I'm passionate about guiding you toward that transformation.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Mahamudun Nabi

Mahamudun Nabi

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


“My approach to psychiatric care is patient-centered, collaborative, and grounded in both evidence-based medicine and a deep understanding of each individual's unique life experience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kristyne McPhail

Kristyne McPhail

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative, allowing you to take an active role in identifying what you would like to work on and what meaningful change looks like for you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Anderson

Tiffany Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I prioritize creating a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard and understood without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Serge' Nelson

Dr. Serge' Nelson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am committed to delivering personalized, high-quality care in a respectful, non-judgmental, and supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered in their treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sandi Webb

Sandi Webb

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe mental health care should feel supportive, collaborative, and grounded in each person's lived experience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Valeh Bahram-Soltani

Valeh Bahram-Soltani

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to create a kind and safe space where a person can feel comfortable sharing whatever it is they need to work on.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Julia Curran

Julia Curran

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“The language you grew up in is sometimes the one where your feelings live, and you’re welcome to move between the two.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Snehalkumar Patel

Dr. Snehalkumar Patel

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


“I believe that mental health care should be collaborative. I take the time to understand your concerns in depth, explain treatment options clearly, and work with you to create a plan that aligns with your goals and values.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tunisia Nelson

Tunisia Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • California


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

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of Studio City, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Studio City, CA
There are over 48 therapists in Studio City, CA accepting new patients.
48+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 94%Relationship issues
  • 94%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 52%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 44%Cigna
  • 44%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 42%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 15%Spanish
  • 4%Farsi
  • 4%Portuguese
  • 2%French
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 56%Woman
  • 38%Man
  • 6%Non-binary
License types
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  • 56%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 21%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 8%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 8%Nurse Practitioner
  • 6%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 40%Family therapy
  • 31%Couples therapy
  • 19%Child or adolescent therapy

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