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LGBT therapists in Aurora, CO


Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Aurora, CO
Aurora's LGBTQIA+ community deserves mental health support from providers who truly listen and affirm your identity. Headway partners with open-minded therapists across the city offering flexible scheduling, insurance coverage, and free consultations to help you find the right fit.
I'm Anna Bellard, LCSW, a trauma therapist with nearly a decade of experience supporting adults through anxiety, PSTD, and the lasting impact of trauma. I specialize in EMDR therapy and somatic-based approaches that help clients heal not just mentally, but through the nervous system as a whole.
I earned my Bachelor's degree in Psychology at the University of Vermont and completed my Master of Social Work at University of Denver in 2020. My clinical background includes inpatient psychiatric care, adult partial hospitalization (PHP), and dual-diagnosis treatment, where I worked with complex trauma, mood disorders, and substance use.
Overtime, my work led me to focus on individual therapy for adults seeking deeper healing, emotional regulation, and reconnection with themselves. My approach is warm, collaborative, and direct.
Life isn't always about getting through a crisis. Sometimes it's realizing you've been carrying stress, anxiety, self-doubt, or emotional exhaustion for so long that it feels normal. You don't have to have everything figured out before reaching out. I believe therapy works best when you feel understood, respected, and comfortable being yourself. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, burnout, relationship challenges, or simply feeling stuck, we'll work together to help you move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
My priority is to provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you feel heard, respected, and supported. With over 40 years in healthcare—including service as a former Navy Nurse Corps Officer and retired military veteran—I bring values of resilience, trust, and teamwork into every therapeutic relationship. I view care as a partnership and work to empower you to take an active role in your mental health.
Clinical Focus & Services
I provide pharmacotherapy (medication management) motivational interviewing, and other therapeutic modalities. We can assess during the first meeting if your treatment requires additional therapeutic support. I will provide a referral to a licensed therapist to ensure you receive comprehensive care. My practice supports:
- ADHD (I am an ADHD Certified Clinical Support Provider)
- College students with focus/concentration concerns,school overload, or interrelationship difficulties
- OCD
- Anxiety & Stress
- Panic Disorder
- Social Anxiety Disorder
- Trauma
- Mild to Moderate Depression
- Interrelationship issues
- Smoking cessation
- Gambling addiction
- Shop lifting addiction
- Smoking Cessation
- Alcohol Addiction
Reaching out for therapy can take courage, especially if you’re used to handling things on your own. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) with nearly a decade of clinical experience in inpatient behavioral health. I focus on depression and bipolar mood concerns, anxiety, ADHD, and life stressors.
I have found my own personal healing to be intimately connected to nature, and it is here that I believe that we can all begin to rediscover our intrinsic humanity and let go of those things that distract us from our higher selves. In my spare time, I work as an outdoor educator and manage my own private practice and guide Outdoor Retreats
I believe it is helpful and important to translate what is discussed in session and in telehealth meetings into lived experience and real change.
Hi, I'm Michelle, a psychiatric nurse practitioner passionate about supporting individuals on their mental health journey. I believe in creating safe, compassionate space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. Whether you're facing a new challenge or managing a long-standing condition, I'm here to walk alongside you with care and expertise.
I specialize in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, a practical and modern approach that helps you
move forward instead of getting stuck in the past. If you’ve tried therapy before and felt it missed
the mark, or if you’re hesitant to begin, my style is supportive, goal-oriented, and centered
around real progress. Together, we’ll focus on what’s already working, build on your strengths,
and create meaningful steps toward lasting change.
Hi, I'm Nava Narayani. I'm a holistic psychotherapist with a Master's in Clinical Mental Health and a concentration in Buddhist Psychology and Contemplative Psychotherapy from Naropa University, with additional training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), marriage & family therapy, somatic therapy, and attachment theory. I came to this work through my own healing journey including recovery from sexual trauma, anxiety, and depression, which led me to travel the world seeking wisdom from diverse healing traditions before returning to the US to pursue graduate training that honored both the science of psychology and the depth of contemplative practice. Clients often tell me they feel genuinely seen in our work together, and I believe that's because I show up with both clinical skill and lived, embodied understanding of the human experience. My style is gentle yet direct, with warmth and empowerment to encourage your growth.
Hello and welcome! I am a Master's level dual board certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Medication management is my specialty, and supportive therapy is part of every visit. I have experience with veterans, adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities, TBI, severe and persistent mental illness, pregnant women, transient/low income populations, Indian Health Services, geriatrics, trauma, and LGBTQIA2S+ patients.
I am a person who understands the stress that comes with multitasking life's many responsibilities including parenting, work, a spouse, women's health, and the many other hats we sometimes wear. I know the familiar strain of working in the medical field, providing care for others while delicately balancing self care. I can appreciate the layers of complexity of being multicultural. I know the burden of military life with a military spouse (now retired!) and the impact of deployments on families, loss included. I know the heaviness of caring for a family member with special needs, and am well versed in many things life may throw our way. I would be honored to support you as you navigate the tougher paths in your life.
“How we relate to whatever we're experiencing is even more important than the experience itself " -Bruce Tift
I believe we all have a natural impulse towards evolution and health. Through training and discipline we can greatly accelerate this process.
Survival strategies needed in childhood, arising from our intelligence, are no longer appropriate and can cause unnecessary suffering. These outdated approaches are primarily unconscious. I provide a safe non judgmental space to get to know your patterns with an attitude of kindness. This awareness can give you the freedom to choose the direction you want instead of being driven by historical conditioning.
About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of Aurora, CO



- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 99%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 89%Trauma
- 88%Stress management

- 98%Aetna
- 78%Cigna
- 77%Select Health - Colorado
- 72%Carelon Behavioral Health

- 100%English
- 7%Spanish
- 1%Portuguese

- 98%In-person or online
- 2%In-person only

- 78%Woman
- 18%Man
- 4%Non-binary

- 50%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 26%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 10%Psychologist
- 8%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist

- 99%Individual therapy
- 28%Family therapy
- 25%Child or adolescent therapy
- 18%Couples therapy
Frequently asked questions


Find the right LGBTQ-friendly therapy provider for you
Headway makes it easier to connect with affirming therapists who understand your identity — from finding the right therapist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing an LGBTQIA Therapist in Aurora
Finding LGBTQIA+ therapists in Aurora starts with looking for identity-affirming care that fits your needs. Affirmative therapy, WPATH training, and experience with gender-diverse clients can be helpful signals in a therapist’s profile. You may also want support with identity exploration, coming out, relationship concerns, family stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma. Look for a therapist whose listed specialties, approach, and experience reflect the kind of care you want.
Aurora has a meaningful network of mental health therapists, but LGBTQIA+-affirming options may vary by neighborhood, schedule, and office location. Virtual therapy can expand your choices, especially if you want a queer-affirming therapist who is accepting new patients and fits your availability. As you compare therapists, review whether they offer in-person or virtual sessions, free phone consultations, and scheduling times that work for you. Reading bios can also help you see whether a therapist explicitly mentions LGBTQIA+ populations, gender-affirming care, queer counseling, or a communication style that feels like a good match.
Therapy in Aurora can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand your out-of-pocket expense before you book. Headway helps you search for LGBTQIA+ therapists in Aurora who are accepting new patients, review detailed profiles, check insurance coverage, and see estimated costs upfront, so you can compare options and book directly when you’re ready.
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