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LGBT therapists in Thornton, CO

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Thornton, CO

Thornton residents seeking LGBTQIA-affirming mental health support can connect with experienced providers through Headway's platform. With 1,123 licensed providers nationally and average savings of 75% on sessions through insurance, accessible care is within reach.

Margaret Dyal

Margaret Dyal

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Boulder, CO


“My approach is warm and collaborative, with treatment tailored to your goals, values, and individual needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Erika Poling

Erika Poling

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Boulder, CO


“The heart of my practice is believing people are their own experts. You are the ONLY you with your unique values, experiences, routines, heartaches, and desires.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kasey Odell

Kasey Odell

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Greenwood Village, CO


“I believe healing happens in safe, inclusive, and compassionate environments, and that's the kind of space I strive to create in my work every day.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Jamie McCartney

Dr. Jamie McCartney

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Boulder, CO


“My goal is not just to prescribe medication, but to truly understand what's going on and help you feel better in a way that aligns with your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Toni Forman

Toni Forman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Boulder, CO


“I believe the healing impulse lies within each of us, and integrating various parts of ourselves leads to greater alignment & balance.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Wickersham

Robert Wickersham

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Boulder, CO


I am a published researcher and licensed professional counselor with a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology.


I am trained in the scientist-practitioner model and strive to ensure my clinical approach to therapy is informed by up-to-date and cutting edge research. I strive to create a safe and judgement-free therapeutic relationship where we can collaborate to accomplish your goals.



LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Devin Lafferty

Devin Lafferty

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Boulder, CO


“I've moved through my own challenges with self-esteem, stress, witnessing divorce, integrating anger, and feeling the grief of losing a family member.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Esther Horowitz

Esther Horowitz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Boulder, CO


“Over the past decade I have learned that there is no "one-size-fits-all" approach to counseling. This is why I take an integrative approach to sessions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Wickersham

Rebecca Wickersham

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Boulder, CO


“My therapeutic approach combines existential and humanistic perspectives with specialized training in trauma, dissociation, grief, anger management, and personality disorders.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sara Forrest

Sara Forrest

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Boulder, CO


Are you feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you? Maybe anxiety or OCD is keeping you from living your life in the way that you would most enjoy. Or perhaps you are challenged by losses or life transitions which are difficult to face alone. Having a safe place to express your thoughts and feelings can make a difference.

I became a therapist after seeing the benefits of counseling and art therapy on both personal and professional levels. I’m a licensed professional counselor since 2011 and a board certified art therapist since 2022. I hold a Master’s degree in Transpersonal Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Art Therapy. In addition to my degree, also have significant training in a variety of evidence based treatments, including ERP, CPT, Motivational Interviewing, CAMS and ACT.

My experiences with hospice patients and caregivers, seniors, people in addiction recovery, people in crisis, people struggling with anxiety, trauma, life transitions, cultural and social justice concerns, have inspired me to offer therapy in private practice. In my spare time, I love to cook, sing, hike, and make art.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Bergman

Sarah Bergman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Boulder, CO


“I offer humor, warmth, and genuine curiosity as we develop a relationship- which I believe to be the most important aspect of therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexis Deignan

Alexis Deignan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Boulder, CO


“I believe in the power of healing through relationships and that the experiences we've lived through can be a part of our stories while not defining the core of who we are...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Black

Emily Black

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Boulder, CO


“I offer a client-centered and healing relational space alongside the opportunity to nurture your relationship to yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Eve Halpern

Eve Halpern

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Boulder, CO


Welcome! I'm Eve (she, her, hers) and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor. I am a mindfulness based, body centered therapist. I work with clients from a strength based lens, helping people to evolve and heal while seeing being pathology. Embarking on the path of healing and self-exploration is an act of daring. I would be honored to support your journey of self-discovery and growth.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Katherine Nuñez

Katherine Nuñez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 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 5 insurance carriers
Anne Howland

Anne Howland

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Boulder, CO


“I help my clients to slow down and work with feelings of overwhelm, anxiety, depression and trauma symptoms.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Melanie Gomez

Melanie Gomez

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 19 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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Steven Kutash

Dr. Steven Kutash

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Boulder, CO


“The foundation of our work will be grounded in a genuine, caring, and non-judgmental relationship, and I strive to provide safety and build trust.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sara DeFazio

Sara DeFazio

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Boulder, CO


“You never have to share more than you’re ready to. I’ll be real with you, and I won’t just nod along.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
KP Hartman

KP Hartman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Littleton, CO


“My approach connects mental and physical well-being, with an emphasis on helping you understand what your mind and body are telling you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Direct, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacqueline Murphy

Jacqueline Murphy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Aurora, CO


“My role is not to give you a one-size-fits-all solution, but to walk beside you as a collaborator in your healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Emily Biggs-Heisler

Dr. Emily Biggs-Heisler

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Greenwood Village, CO


Emily Biggs-Heisler, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist and the Clinical Director and Co-Owner of Mountainside Behavioral Health.

She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in clinical, research, and testing settings and is intensively trained in brief suicide prevention interventions, cognitive behavioral and trauma-based therapies, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

Dr. Biggs-Heisler provides individual, family, and couples therapy. She teaches DBT skills groups, provides supervision to staff and trainees, and works with clients who are twelve years old and above.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Beka Davis

Beka Davis

Therapist

In-person • 19 mi away • Boulder, CO


“I have worked in the mental health field for over 20 years and appreciate the incredible resilience and strength of people.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maya Dansie

Maya Dansie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Boulder, CO


Maya Sol is a Xicana activist, dancer, educator, and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). She is the Founder and CEO of MAYAMOTION Healing (MMH), a multilingual, woman-owned practice rooted in culture, spirituality, and community. As a first-generation mujer from a mixed-immigration-status family, she works to expand culturally grounded mental health access for Spanish-speaking and immigrant communities in Boulder County. Maya Sol holds an LCSW from the University of Denver, teaches graduate courses at Smith College, and founded the Annual Cumbre de Jóvenes in 2006. She is trained in AcuDetox and Natural Medicine Facilitation (psilocybin). She nurtures her own healing through Aztec|Toltec dance, song, and community.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cory Wendling

Cory Wendling

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Boulder, CO


“I'm about helping you find real solutions, embrace your strengths, and take meaningful steps toward a life that feels authentic and fulfilling.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Lorraine Good

Lorraine Good

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 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 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mel Jones

Mel Jones

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Centennial, CO


“I use a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with mindfulness, person-centered therapy, and as needed, trauma focused therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Victoria Graham

Victoria Graham

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Englewood, CO


“I bring a warm inquisitive and direct approach, sprinkled with gentle humor, to foster the therapeutic relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Alison Burton

Dr. Alison Burton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Lakewood, CO


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and thank you for taking the first step in “taking back your life” from a mental illness. I feel that each person possess’ the needed internal mechanisms for success in their life. My goal is to assist you through integrative, lifestyle, and medication management combined with the internal strengths you possess to assist in guiding you through this journey we call life. I have been in the health care field for 12+ years.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Robert Turner

Robert Turner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 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 16 insurance carriers
Susan Jordan-Kertzner

Susan Jordan-Kertzner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Longmont, CO


“I am passionate about walking the healing journey with you while focusing on supporting your strengths.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Alyssa Nadolny

Dr. Alyssa Nadolny

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Greenwood Village, CO


“I believe it takes serious courage to ask for help of any kind, and I am in awe of my clients' strength, resilience, and grit on their road to mental health recovery.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Mars Shaffer

Mars Shaffer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Longmont, CO


“I believe that many of our deepest experiences, emotions, and needs are communicated through the body, often before they can be expressed in words.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Laurie Andrews

Laurie Andrews

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Littleton, CO


I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have been a nurse for over 20 years and the majority of my background comes from working in public health and child protective services. I am passionate about providing care that is both clinically effective and deeply human. My work is rooted in an evidence based approach, which means I rely on proven treatments, research and best practices to guide care.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alexandra Papa

Alexandra Papa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Englewood, CO


“I believe everyone is unique and has a different experience and story to share. I am curious and want to take time to get to know you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carson Whildes

Carson Whildes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Longmont, CO


“I identify as a queer woman, and love to work with clients on the LGBTQIA+ spectrum (though not exclusively).”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kait Keeley

Kait Keeley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Longmont, CO


“I view behavior as communication and work to understand what a child's nervous system is expressing rather than focusing on symptoms alone.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristen Cipielewski

Kristen Cipielewski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Evergreen, CO


“I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes healing happens when clients feel safe, supported, and truly understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Breanne Kline

Dr. Breanne Kline

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Evergreen, CO


“I believe real change happens in these kinds of spaces, and my work centers on fostering meaningful relationships and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jillian Harbuz

Jillian Harbuz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Evergreen, CO


“I will come along side of you wherever you are in your present circumstances, and will not judge you for any reason.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of Thornton, CO

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Thornton, CO
There are over 114 therapists in Thornton, CO accepting new patients.
114+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 89%Trauma
  • 87%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 82%Select Health - Colorado
  • 78%Cigna
  • 74%Carelon Behavioral Health
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 11%Spanish
  • 1%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 97%In-person or online
  • 3%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 75%Woman
  • 19%Man
  • 5%Non-binary
License types
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  • 50%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 26%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 10%Advanced Practice Nurse
  • 10%Psychologist
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 31%Family therapy
  • 26%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 21%Couples therapy

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