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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Lafayette, CO

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Lafayette with affirming mental health providers who understand your unique experiences and identity. Our network of 1,180 licensed providers offers flexible virtual and in-person sessions, with many accepting insurance to make care accessible and affordable.

Tonia Beard

Tonia Beard

Therapist

Virtual • Fort Collins, CO


“I believe in meeting you where you are at, and intuitively following your lead with where you want to go.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Krystal Nicole Shelton

Krystal Nicole Shelton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Colorado Springs, CO


I'm Nicole Shelton, a double board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner (APRN, PMHNP, FNP). My experience in ICU and the ER informs my holistic approach to care. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, substance use, and trauma across the lifespan. As a military wife and mother, I emphasize lifestyle balance, encouraging patients to integrate nutrition and exercise. I am dedicated to breaking mental health stigma and advocating for veterans and those impacted by trauma, ensuring you feel seen, supported, and empowered on your journey.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Michael Lewis

Michael Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Boulder, CO


“I develop friendly and close connections with my clients. I really enjoy what I do; it is fulfilling to see my clients have powerful insights about themselves, their relationships, and their life situations.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Thorne

Emily Thorne

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I believe healing and growth happen through connection, self-understanding, and feeling genuinely supported throughout the process.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Katie Veraldi

Katie Veraldi

Therapist

Virtual • Denver, CO


I bring warmth, humor, and clear guidance to therapy. Cognitive techniques help uncover how thoughts shape emotions and actions, while mindfulness fosters calm and focus. We’ll also explore your values to guide our work. Humor keeps things light, and directness ensures we stay on track. Together, we’ll work toward lasting growth and confidence.I earned my Master’s in Counseling from Wake Forest University.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Caitlin Lyons

Caitlin Lyons

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I'm a queer, non-binary therapist who specializes in interpersonal relationships, working with educators, and the LGBTQIA+ community.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Portia Seals

Portia Seals

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“My goal is to create a safe space where you can explore your emotions, learn healthy ways to cope, and build the confidence to set boundaries and trust again.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Raul Vazquez Mestre

Raul Vazquez Mestre

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“You can expect to have a safe, nonjudgemental, calming environment where you will feel supported, understood and learn new coping skills that support your future.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Energetic, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Melissa Moreno

Melissa Moreno

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“With over 20 years of training and experience in DBT, I guide clients in developing skills they can carry into daily life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nicole Harrison

Nicole Harrison

Therapist

Virtual • Aurora, CO


Bruised Not Broken Therapy was born out of the lack of Afrocentric based psychotherapy that allowed people of color to embrace their journey of life through the context of color. HIV, substance abuse, mental health and the denial of the experience of being a person of color continues to plague communities of color, as we still have yet to talk about these experiences.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeremy Smith

Jeremy Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Denver, CO


“As a dual licensed therapist in Florida and Colorado, and a trauma survivor myself, I believe in the possibility of healing, even when it seems elusive.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Grief or loss
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Joel Givens

Dr. Joel Givens

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I am passionate about addressing the effects of discrimination and injustice in the process of counseling.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Miller

Elizabeth Miller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cañon City, CO


“I am passionate about offering genuine and compassionate counseling services that help clients reach their personal goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darcie O'Connor

Darcie O'Connor

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I believe healing happens in connection, and I'm here to walk alongside you with warmth, curiosity, and respect as you move toward greater balance and well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sara DeFazio

Sara DeFazio

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I believe therapy is most effective when it feels like a partnership, where your voice and lived experiences guide the process.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachael Cruze

Rachael Cruze

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental, and welcoming space to explore areas of your life that you would like to address.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Angela Quinn

Angela Quinn

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I have provided counseling services for the past ten years and have had the privilege of being able to help people work through trauma, build their sense of self-love...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Raul Padilla

Dr. Raul Padilla

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Colorado


Stimulants, Suboxone and Benzodiazepines are prescribed in this practice with DEA guidelines. Dr. Padilla is a Doctor of Nursing Practice from the New York tri-state area and has over 30 years of experience in healthcare. He treats children from 6 years old through adulthood, focusing on psychiatric medication management. He specializes in mental health and has extensive experience in the field of psychiatry. Dr. Padilla takes a “start low and go slow” approach to prescribing, paying special attention to medication potency and potential interactions with other medications prescribed by other providers. Dr. Padilla earned his Doctorate in Clinical Practice Nursing from Rutgers University–New Brunswick. He also holds bachelor’s degrees from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, and the University of Miami, as well as an associate’s degree from Bergen Community College.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Olivier Djoumessi

Dr. Olivier Djoumessi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Greenwood Village, CO


“He believes that collaborative care, where patients actively participate in their treatment plans, yields the best outcomes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Drew Stephens

Drew Stephens

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Colorado


“I specialize in helping patients of all ages - from children to adults - navigate their mental health journeys with expert, medically-informed care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ash Milam

Ash Milam

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I want my clients to understand that therapy is not about finding "what is wrong with you". It is about finding out "what is right with you".”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Frankie Cancel

Frankie Cancel

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I use evidence-based approaches like CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and trauma-informed care to help clients build practical skills and lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
C Blanck

C Blanck

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“My aim is to create a collaborative space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered from the very first session.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Deneice Wickens

Dr. Deneice Wickens

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Colorado


🚨 IMPORTANT BOOKING NOTE

Please email me before booking through Headway so I can help confirm the correct appointment type and availability.

📧 Email: [email protected]

📅 Calendar: https://calendar.app.google/mthW2bCyu8UjfChA9

Hi, I’m Dr. Deneice, DNP, MBA, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC. I am a doctoral-prepared, board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and owner of Eden Total Care.

I provide concierge-style virtual psychiatric care for young-feeling adults at any age who are navigating anxiety, depression, insomnia, PTSD, PMDD, ADHD, autism-related concerns, mood symptoms, emotional overwhelm, burnout, and diagnostic uncertainty.

My primary role is psychiatric evaluation and medication management. I also incorporate supportive therapy, life coaching, and holistic guidance when appropriate. My goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and properly treated — not rushed, dismissed, or reduced to a diagnosis.

Appointment Guide:

New clients: 40-minute initial assessment

Returning clients: 20-minute follow-up

40-minute follow-ups: provider-approved only based on clinical need

Please email or message me before booking an appointment to ensure availability. Limited appointment times are available, and emailing directly is the fastest way to get started.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chris Florian

Chris Florian

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“A session with me is tailored on the spot to fit your needs, drawing from a range of techniques and modalities including: IFS, Gestalt, Somatic interventions, guided meditation, sound therapy, tapping, polyvagal-informed therapy, DBT, and CBT.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Henry Smith

Henry Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“My approach to therapy is compassionate, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I believe clients are the experts of their own lives...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Shannon Powell

Dr. Shannon Powell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Colorado


( I currently only provide medication management no individual therapy)

I am a dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with over 15 years of experience in healthcare. My background spans primary care, urgent care, and mental health, allowing me to approach each client with a comprehensive understanding of both physical and emotional well-being.

I specialize in diagnosing and treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, trauma-related disorders, ADHD, and mood disorders. My practice focuses on providing evidence-based medication management paired with supportive, collaborative care. I believe in meeting clients where they are, empowering them through education, and tailoring treatment plans to their unique needs, preferences, and goals.

My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and holistic. I value building strong therapeutic relationships and creating a safe space where clients can feel heard, understood, and supported.

If you’re looking for compassionate, thorough, and personalized care, I’m here to help you take the next step in your mental health journey.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Casey Masen

Casey Masen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Aurora, CO


“I blend precise medication management with evidence-based therapy when appropriate, and I pair that with practical lifestyle strategies...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Erica Salazar

Erica Salazar

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


I am a licensed clinical social worker who believes in the infinite capacity of humans to move through and beyond experiences that have brought us down. I bring my real self to the therapy space. I'm a therapist who personally understands the struggle. My clients work with me because they want somebody authentic and down to earth.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Rezendes

Angela Rezendes

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“My goal is to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you feel safe, understood, and empowered to move forward.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eunice Kwon

Eunice Kwon

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I am passionate about addressing mental health effects of trauma, especially around sexual violence, childhood abuse/neglect, and racial trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Damaris Gracia

Damaris Gracia

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I believe therapy is a beautiful and uncomfortable journey, and on the other side of that is growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nicole Bridge

Nicole Bridge

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Loveland, CO


“During therapy, I am committed to helping you understand your emotions and triggers, set healthy boundaries, and cultivate greater self-compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vanessa Curran

Vanessa Curran

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Evergreen, CO


“I believe therapy should feel safe, human, and deeply supportive — a place where you don't have to explain or minimize your story, and where healing happens at your pace.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alyce Duckworth

Alyce Duckworth

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Englewood, CO


“You don't have to check your personality at the door to do meaningful therapy - we can do deep work AND have real, human moments along the way.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melanie Gomez

Melanie Gomez

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Centennial, CO


“I bring a warm, grounded presence to every session. My goal is for you to feel genuinely seen and supported from the very first conversation.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Katherine Nuñez

Katherine Nuñez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Greenwood Village, CO


“I believe meaningful healing happens when we explore the emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects of well-being together.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Lorraine Good

Lorraine Good

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Littleton, CO


“I believe that we all have within us the ability to heal and grow, though sometimes it can be hard to find.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Ellison-Hutchinson

Laura Ellison-Hutchinson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Centennial, CO


Hi, I’m Laura and I specialize in helping women and teens heal from trauma, whether it shows up as anxiety, overthinking, people-pleasing, or feeling completely disconnected from themselves. I experienced trauma growing up and know firsthand how it impacts the whole body.

Through Somatic therapy, Brainspotting, and EMDR, I help clients release what’s stuck in their bodies and rebuild trust in themselves—because healing isn’t about “getting over it,” it’s about feeling safe again.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Turner

Robert Turner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Littleton, CO


“I believe that all who come to counseling possess a strength and courage that allows them to create a better and more fulfilling life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

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