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LGBT therapists in Wheat Ridge, CO

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Wheat Ridge, CO

Wheat Ridge's LGBTQIA+ community deserves open-minded, warm providers who celebrate authenticity. Headway connects you with experienced professionals offering virtual and in-person care, with the average client saving 75% on sessions through insurance coverage.

Jacob Arrowsmith

Jacob Arrowsmith

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“My background in community mental health helps me stay grounded, practical, and nonjudgmental in my approach, and I value meeting people exactly where they are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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 14 insurance carriers
Adelaida Cazin

Adelaida Cazin

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


Welcome! I am glad you are here & taking this step! My name is Adelaida, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in treating PTSD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, low self-esteem, burnout, life transitions, & relationship issues. Together, we will navigate an move through life’s hardships with clarity and confidence. I’m passionate about this work because no one should face their challenges alone! It’s a privilege to walk alongside you as you discover the courage & strength within.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 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 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sean OHagen

Dr. Sean OHagen

Psychologist

Virtual • Colorado


“I use evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Santos

Nicole Santos

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Colorado


“I have over 15+ years experience as a nurse working in various departments, working hands on with patients, as well as leadership and management roles.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tansey Kurth, Lcsw

Tansey Kurth, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


Hello, dear one, and welcome. I'm so glad you're here. I help those who feel everything — the ones who need more recovery time than everyone around them, who've been called "too sensitive" or "too much" by people who never had to carry what you carry. You're not too much. Your nervous system is doing exactly what it was built to do. Many of my clients come to me with anxiety that won't quiet down, depression that's settled in like fog, trauma that keeps showing up in the body, or the kind of exhaustion that doesn't lift no matter how much they rest. For some, it's meant holding everything together — the high achiever, the one everyone calls for advice, the one who looks fine from the outside while running on empty. Burnout isn't a personal failing here. It's what happens when you've been rewarded for ignoring your own needs and limits for too long. For others, it's meant leaving a faith that no longer fits, questioning who taught them to distrust their body and intuition, or untangling the belief that they have to hustle harder, earn their rest, prove their worth, or make themselves small to keep others comfortable. If you see yourself in any of this, you're in the right place. Together, we start understanding what those experiences are trying to tell you, instead of treating them as something to fix. You aren't broken — you are responding to what was asked of you. We figure out what doing this differently could look like, at whatever pace feels right for you. Whatever brings you here, this is a safe, unhurried place to ask the questions you learned not to ask.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Betsy Harris

Betsy Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


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
Dadakpoye Johnson

Dadakpoye Johnson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Colorado


“Passionate about helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns, I offer empathetic, evidence-based support tailored to each patient's needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Olivier Djoumessi

Dr. Olivier Djoumessi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Colorado


“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 8 insurance carriers
Jacqueline Beck-Meyers

Jacqueline Beck-Meyers

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado Springs, CO


“My clients can expect to feel at ease, safe and with the environment of unconditional positive regard.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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 11 insurance carriers
Lisa DeMoss

Lisa DeMoss

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I am open-minded, non-judgemental, and offer a safe, confidential space where you can start the process to realize your best life!”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Xaviera Turner

Xaviera Turner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pueblo, CO


“I'm firm, I'm fair, and I will hold you accountable — but in a way that feels respectful, warm and safe.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Caroline Gambardella

Caroline Gambardella

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I try to make therapy feel like a place where you can show up as yourself without having to perform or say the “right” thing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kimberley Roberts

Kimberley Roberts

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


My name is Kimberley Roberts and I am a LCSW in the state of Colorado. I live in the mountains and love to spend time with my dog Salli and my two cats Tessa and Mowgli. I love the outdoors and hiking, kayaking and walking/jogging. I look forward to working with you.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mihaela Corteza

Mihaela Corteza

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Colorado


“My mission is to empower individuals to achieve optimal mental well-being and enhance their overall quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Harisa Beba

Harisa Beba

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Colorado


“I like to keep things simple and honest with the people I work with. I ask questions, I listen, and I tell you what I'm thinking so we can build a plan together.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer Lewis

Jennifer Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I bring a natural optimism to sessions and enjoy exploring clients' strengths as a base to build on.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Holly Gutierrez

Holly Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“Together, we'll slow things down, make sense of the patterns keeping you stuck, and build practical tools to help you feel more confident in yourself and your relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Juhnke

Stephanie Juhnke

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I have worked in a variety of settings with a diversity of populations, including but not limited to, underserved populations, LGBTQ+, and BIPOC.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Minh Tran

Dr. Minh Tran

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


Xin chào! I am a relationally-oriented Jungian depth psychotherapist with degrees from Pacifica Graduate Institute. I enjoy working with creatives, students of psychotherapy, and those dedicated to a life oriented toward meaningfulness.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Cassandra Marsh

Cassandra Marsh

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“While each path is uniquely personal, we all share a universal need—to be seen, understood, and met with compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lauren Bontempo

Lauren Bontempo

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I believe therapy is not just about "fixing" what feels broken; it is about reclaiming your narrative...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Raquel Johnson

Raquel Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I support LGBTQIA+ individuals, BIPOC communities, immigrants and newcomer families, neurodivergent clients, and people navigating poverty, homelessness, adoption, criminal justice involvement, and cultural or religious identity concerns.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 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 7 insurance carriers
Lisa Johnson

Lisa Johnson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Colorado


“I provide both therapy and psychiatric medication management, allowing your care to be more coordinated, personalized, and convenient.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amber Franks

Amber Franks

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


Compassionate Growth for Every Stage of Life

LPC (WY & CO) | Trauma-Informed & Solution-Focused Care

Choosing a therapist is a significant step toward the life you want to lead. I believe that while life can present overwhelming challenges, you possess an innate resilience and the capacity for profound growth. My goal is to provide a safe, confidential, and collaborative space where we can transform those challenges into strengths.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bahattin Ergin

Bahattin Ergin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Colorado


“I have a wide range of medication management experience across the lifespan, including ADHD, OCD, mood disorders and personality disorders.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Victor Garcia

Victor Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I believe therapy should be a genuine conversation where you feel heard, respected, and actively involved in the process.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Christine Edwards

Dr. Christine Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“My counseling style is genuine and humanistic. I believe in treating anyone with respect, compassion, and without judgement.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lori Geissinger

Lori Geissinger

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I am here to provide you with a kind and empathetic ear to process through whatever you need to in order to find inner peace.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Bielefeld

Joseph Bielefeld

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Colorado


“My approach to care is patient-centered, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practice, with treatment plans tailored to each individual's unique needs and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Melisa Martinez

Melisa Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“With compassion and understanding, she works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shelly Edwards

Shelly Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I have a deep passion for helping children, teens, adults, and senior adults find their footing, rediscover their strengths, and build lives that feel truly meaningful.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Haley Grimste

Haley Grimste

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


Hi, I'm Haley! I work with adults and teens who are navigating trauma, anxiety, grief, stress, and relationship concerns. You may be processing difficult childhood or family experiences, feeling overwhelmed by your emotions, or struggling to feel connected to yourself and the people you love. I also support individuals through grief, loss, and major life transitions, as well as teens and young adults working through trauma, identity, and relationships. Together, we can make sense of what you’ve been carrying, and begin building the understanding, coping skills, and connection you need to move forward. I believe people are more than what has happened to them, their symptoms, or their diagnoses, and I strive to understand each client as a whole person—including their experiences, relationships, emotions, strengths, and the ways they have learned to navigate the world.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dulcie Austin

Dulcie Austin

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


“I work beneath the surface of what people present with, because that is usually where the actual change happens. I am honest without being harsh.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Linda Akudo

Linda Akudo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Colorado


“I believe that trust, open-mindedness, and nonjudgmental therapeutic communication are foundational to successful treatment outcomes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thomas Moore

Thomas Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Colorado


I’m Thomas Moore, LPCC, a licensed professional clinical counselor providing therapy for individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, emotional overwhelm, identity development, and complex relational patterns. Many of the people I work with feel stuck in repeating cycles such as overthinking, people pleasing, emotional shutdown, intense reactions, or difficulty maintaining stable relationships even when they logically understand what they should do. My goal is to help you translate insight into real change.

My approach is structured and compassionate. I integrate evidence based methods including cognitive restructuring, emotional regulation training, interpersonal effectiveness skills, and trauma informed therapy. Sessions focus on understanding why your brain reacts the way it does and building practical tools you can actually use outside the therapy room. This is not only about talking through problems but learning how to respond differently when they show up in real life.

I work well with clients who want more than passive support and are ready to build skills, increase self awareness, and interrupt patterns that no longer serve them.

What clients should know before starting

Therapy with me is collaborative and active and you will learn strategies rather than only venting. We will work on understanding both the emotional and neurological side of your reactions. Sessions focus on present day functioning while also addressing past experiences that still affect you. I may gently challenge patterns when it supports growth while maintaining a supportive and respectful space. Progress often comes from small repeated changes rather than sudden breakthroughs.

If you are looking for therapy that combines validation with practical change, we will likely work well together.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Habibat Owolabi

Habibat Owolabi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Colorado


“I take time to listen, understand your story, and work with you to create a plan that feels realistic and supportive.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Wheat Ridge, CO
There are over 115 therapists in Wheat Ridge, CO accepting new patients.
115+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 87%Stress management
  • 87%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 83%Select Health - Colorado
  • 77%Cigna
  • 72%Carelon Behavioral Health
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 8%Spanish
  • 1%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 98%In-person or online
  • 2%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 76%Woman
  • 19%Man
  • 5%Non-binary
License types
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  • 49%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 26%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 10%Psychologist
  • 9%Advanced Practice Nurse
  • 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 30%Family therapy
  • 26%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 23%Couples therapy

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