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LGBT therapists in Ventura, CA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Ventura, CA

Ventura's LGBTQIA community deserves mental health care from providers who celebrate who you are. Headway offers free consultations to help you find the right fit among 2,443 licensed providers, with many sessions covered by insurance at minimal or no cost.

Michelle A. Moore

Michelle A. Moore

Therapist

Virtual • California


Therapy is a way of showing up for yourself, a path of self discovery where you can reconnect with who you are today and the life you truly want. I’ve supported people navigating addiction, trauma, depression, and anxiety, and I believe deeply in meeting you exactly where you are and wherever you feel ready to begin. Together, our sessions become a collaborative journey, with me holding safe, steady space for you as you grow into the person you’ve always had it within you to become.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Isai Serrano

Isai Serrano

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My professional interests and specialities include helping people who struggle with trauma, communcation issues, borderline personality disorder, autism & neurodiversity affirming care...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Dr. Akira Olsen

Dr. Akira Olsen

Psychologist

Virtual • Burlingame, CA


“Her therapeutic approach is rooted in psychodynamic principles, while also integrating evidence-based practices.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jee Estavilla

Jee Estavilla

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I see you — not as a diagnosis, but as a whole person with a story that deserves care, dignity, and respect.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kabirat Oyenuga

Kabirat Oyenuga

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe that when mental health struggles go unaddressed, everything else in life suffers — and that healing is not only possible, it's necessary.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Bill Benson

Bill Benson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients often tell me they appreciate that I am direct without being harsh, compassionate without being vague, and practical without reducing therapy to bumper-sticker wisdom.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aaron Ruiz Zuniga

Aaron Ruiz Zuniga

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have extensive history working with individuals experiencing psychotic symptoms and crisis situations.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sabrina Constantin-Covert

Sabrina Constantin-Covert

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is not about having everything figured out. It is about having the support and space to understand yourself, recognize your potential, and move toward the life you want to build.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Thai Le

Dr. Thai Le

Psychologist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


I have a passion for helping people navigate life's challenges. Seeking help can feel like a big step, but it is also a powerful one. I offer a collaborative and nonjudgemental space for discovering strengths and with helping you feel empowered.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bijan Amirshahi

Bijan Amirshahi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My practice emphasizes on helping clients resolve immediate situations, while healing from difficult life experiences and developing strong personal and intimate relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Maryann Reuter

Dr. Maryann Reuter

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I balance my care and compassion for you with asking deep and direct questions to support you seeing things differently than you have before.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jose Carranza

Jose Carranza

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi there, my name is Jose Carranza, LFMT, maneuvering through life and work with thoughtful intention and an open heart. I have approximately a decade of experience working in the mental health field and about 5 years practicing as a therapist. I'm certified in Trauma-Focused CBT and have lengthy experience working with mood, behavioral, and developmental disorders.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jaquelynn Flietstra

Jaquelynn Flietstra

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My hope is that you leave our work together feeling more understood, more connected to yourself, and more able to move through life with a sense of peace and authenticity.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Allison Gentz

Allison Gentz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Her therapeutic approach is collaborative, hands-on, and client-centered. Allison integrates evidence-based practices with clear, direct communication and practical tools clients can apply outside of sessions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 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
Lidia Escobar

Lidia Escobar

Therapist

Virtual • California


Feeling overwhelmed, stuck or needing to focus? I enjoy partnering with my clients on their journeys to improved wellness. In our time together, we will celebrate your strengths and develop goals to maximize your wellness, together. While we can't change our past, we can work together to process our story’s strengths and struggles. We can talk through your current challenges and quiet the noise around you. We can explore the barriers that may get in the way of enjoying life to the fullest. We can identify ways to find joy again. I look forward to meeting with you to plan how to achieve your goals.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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
Sossity Nico

Sossity Nico

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Being a therapist and a part of the neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ communities has given me great empathy, compassion, and an in-depth feeling of connectedness to the human experience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maxine Kibble-Cacioppo

Maxine Kibble-Cacioppo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My role as your therapist is to create a safe and supportive environment during our sessions to foster trust and facilitate change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Danielle Kasprzak

Danielle Kasprzak

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I combine my knowledge of whole body medicine, supportive therapy techniques and psychiatric mental health care to provide holistic nursing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 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
Chartia Byrdsong-Flowers

Chartia Byrdsong-Flowers

Therapist

Virtual • California


Welcome, and thank you for considering me as a partner in your wellness journey! My therapeutic style is warm, gentle, and supportive, while also being direct and accountability focused. I believe meaningful change happens when compassion and honesty work together. In our time together, we will explore what’s getting in the way of your well-being and identify practical, sustainable ways to improve your daily functioning and overall quality of life.

With over a decade of experience in the mental health field, I bring a grounded, steady presence to the therapeutic space. I support clients through life transitions, emotional challenges, and periods of feeling stuck, always meeting you where you are while helping you move toward where you want to be. Therapy with me is collaborative, intentional, and centered on your goals, your values, and your lived experience. Together, we’ll work toward clarity, resilience, and growth at a pace that feels both supportive and empowering.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ladan Razavi

Ladan Razavi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe in creating a comfortable, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard, understood, and actively involved in their treatment decisions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brannon La Force

Brannon La Force

Therapist

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


I have been a counselor for more than 30 years. I remain passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and believe that genuine caring is an essential element to an effective counseling relationship. Over the years I have worked with clients with significant trauma and loss. I consider it a privilege to stand with another individual as he or she resolves great pain. I specialize in treating clients with trauma, relationship issues, and borderline personality disorder.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Ashley Wettlaufer

Ashley Wettlaufer

Therapist

Virtual • Idyllwild-Pine Cove, CA


Most of us aren't born knowing how to navigate relationships, understand our emotions, or process trauma. Many things influence how we react and behave, but that doesn't mean we can't grow. My goal is to help you build confidence through discovering your self-worth and practicing self-compassion. My priority is creating a safe, judgment-free environment where you feel comfortable. I show up as my authentic self to build trust with you. I'm an empathetic listener and communicate in a calm, gentle, respectful way. My job isn't to tell you what to do, but to help you process and explore topics to build self-awareness and confidence.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Patricia Meyer

Patricia Meyer

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“In my practice, I bring both clinical rigor and genuine warmth — creating a space where clients feel truly heard and supported as we work toward meaningful change together.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joshua Gibbons

Joshua Gibbons

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a client centered, emotion focused clinician. What this means is that I meet every client not only with a curious and open mind, but also with my own humanity.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Josephine Musisi

Josephine Musisi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe effective mental health care starts with truly listening to each client's story, understanding their unique experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Adam Wiswell

Adam Wiswell

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“My approach to counseling is strengths based and empowerment focused. I use a collaborative and egalitarian style with people who I works with in counseling.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carson Oberst

Carson Oberst

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy with me is an opportunity for you to get to know and understand yourself on a level that you have not experienced before.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tim Korm

Tim Korm

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I conduct a thorough evaluation of both your mental and physical symptoms, focusing on how they interact to shape your overall well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Sayeh Ghazi

Dr. Sayeh Ghazi

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be a space where you feel safe to be yourself—no masking, no judgment—just real conversations about what you want to change and how we can get there.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kristina Modeste

Kristina Modeste

Therapist

Virtual • Berkeley, CA


“Together we will utilize the transformative power of relationship as a sacred tool, capable of moving us all further away from colonized markers of wellness, and closer to a version of healing rich with compassion, self-confrontation, and reverence...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Almira Mogul

Almira Mogul

Therapist

Virtual • California


“If you are navigating the heavy fog of depression, the constant hum of anxiety, or the echoes of past trauma, please know that you don't have to carry it alone.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Candice Jeffers

Candice Jeffers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Jose, CA


“I know healing rarely follows a straight line. And I know you need a provider who won't flinch, no matter what you share.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ashley Steineckert

Ashley Steineckert

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe meaningful change happens when people feel safe enough to be honest about what's hard, confusing, or painful — and also when they feel challenged in thoughtful and compassionate ways.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Esther Kang

Esther Kang

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in guiding individuals towards their authentic selves and empowering them to live fulfilling lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 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
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

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Ventura, CA

Number of therapists serving Ventura, CA
There are over 2,448 therapists in Ventura, CA accepting new patients.
2,448+
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
  • 76%Cigna
  • 74%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 67%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 63%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 15%Spanish
  • 2%Farsi
  • 1%Mandarin
  • 1%French
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
  • 29%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 11%Nurse Practitioner
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 41%Family therapy
  • 28%Couples therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy

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