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LGBT therapists in Glastonbury, CT

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Glastonbury, CT

Find affirming mental health support in Glastonbury with providers experienced in LGBTQIA+ mental health and identity exploration. Headway connects you with 393 licensed providers nationally who create welcoming spaces for your unique needs. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, with many clients paying as low as $0 per session through insurance.

Gordon Nelson

Gordon Nelson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Branford, CT


“I provide compassionate, client-focused, strength-based, trauma-informed care in a space that feels safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Scott Trefny

Scott Trefny

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sandy Hook, CT


“I will build trust with you in a completely open non judgmental way. We will make a plan together toward improving your ability to make progress...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jessica Chesbro

Jessica Chesbro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Milford, CT


Hi, I'm Jessica and I love supporting youth and their families to bring out confidence and build healthy relationship patterns to support them as they grow in today's world. I have background in Expressive Arts Therapy and bring creative approaches including art, play, and drama therapy techniques as entry points into cognitive behavioral interventions and strategies to assist with behavior, emotion regulation, and understanding of one's self. My philosophical goal as a therapist is to help people I work with curate more joy into their lives and for children to be seen in their unique strengths and supported to grow through challenges. I believe that curiosity is the antidote to depression. Let's get curious together!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Gayle

Melissa Gayle

Therapist

Virtual • Manchester, CT


“I emphasize the importance of self-care while helping you build self-awareness to foster growth and lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nicole Kollanda

Nicole Kollanda

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I'm Nicole and I specialize in sex positive, trauma-informed therapy to provide a compassionate, tailored approach to each client's unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Justin Pegnataro

Justin Pegnataro

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Currently accepting new clients. Are you seeking a natural path to healing and vitality in your life? It's my passion to help you live your one wild and precious life to its fullest. I help clients remember who they are, how to find their power and learn how to bring it as a gift to the world. Through the process of personal exploration, healing in nature and building healthy relationships, I can help you experience more vitality, purpose and meaning in your life.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leanne DesRosiers

Leanne DesRosiers

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I know that reaching out for therapy can feel like a big step, and I believe it takes courage to begin sharing your story with someone new.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
MJ Jacquot

MJ Jacquot

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach encompasses a variety of evidenced based interventions and my goal is to help identify and nourish strengths, to reframe situations, thoughts or feelings that have previously caused suffering, and to explore meaning and purpose.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Identity issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Irene Garrick

Dr. Irene Garrick

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I walk with my clients on their path towards optimal mental health and wellness, and help them work through transitions as they make important life-changing decisions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christie Fiori

Christie Fiori

Therapist

Virtual • Berlin, CT


“I aim to create a space that feels steady, supportive, and grounded—where your experiences are taken seriously and explored with care.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Devika Choudhuri

Dr. Devika Choudhuri

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I typically use EMDR as a modality and incorporate brain-based and body psychotherapies in conjunction with attachment-focused therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Alexei Kasanzew

Dr. Alexei Kasanzew

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am a bilingual (Spanish) licensed mental health counselor with more than 25 years of experience helping adults and couples. My career began in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where I earned my PhD and worked as a licensed psychologist. After moving to the US, I completed a Master’s in mental health counseling at the University of Miami and became licensed to practice in Connecticut.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shanae Henley

Shanae Henley

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and client centered. I create a supportive space where you can feel seen and heard...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amanda Delia

Amanda Delia

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Good for you for taking the next step in taking care of your mental health! I am excited to help! I have Masters of Science in Counseling, I have an Lpc and have Worked with adults, children and teens. I have worked in higher levels of care such as residential treatment, PHP and IOP as well as outpatient. I have worked closely with eating disorders, self- esteem, anxiety and the LGBTQIA+ Community.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mahamudun Nabi

Mahamudun Nabi

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach to psychiatric care is patient-centered, collaborative, and grounded in both evidence-based medicine and a deep understanding of each individual's unique life experience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tameika Ivey

Tameika Ivey

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is grounded in CBT and integrates DBT, ACT, trauma-informed, and strengths-based practices to help clients develop insight, build effective coping skills, and create meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Andi Kornfeld

Andi Kornfeld

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe that growth occurs in an atmosphere of respect, compassion and a belief in the human capacity for healing, change and reparation.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Jacqueline LaBonte

Jacqueline LaBonte

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe deepening ones understanding of themselves leads to clarity of both large and small changes that can be made and worked toward to move towards a more fulfilled life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Laura Tyson

Laura Tyson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I work with teens and adults who are feeling anxious, stressed, depressed, unmotivated. I also work with transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, and lesbian and gay youth and adults.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Allison Fuller

Allison Fuller

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I find that my experience particularly resonates with female clients struggling with similar issues.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carol Tallant

Carol Tallant

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My expertise is working primarily with female identifying individuals who have survived sexual trauma, childhood related abuse, and other forms of interpersonal trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Priscila Podesta

Priscila Podesta

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I love to see people come home to themselves so they can fulfill the purpose closest to their hearts in this life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brayden Malley

Brayden Malley

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I'm passionate about working with adults going through life transitions, and folks who are struggling with anxiety and intense moods that feel out of control.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Stress management
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Jackson Monarca

Jackson Monarca

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


My name is Jackson and I am a transgender man working as a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Connecticut. I specialize in working with the LGBT+ community and those with complex trauma. Other topics relevant to my experience include crisis/suicidality, HIV, homelessness, substance use/addiction, harm reduction, and neurodivergence.

I also offer consultation sessions for mental health letters of support for gender affirming care (hormone therapy, surgery, hair removal, etc). I use WPATH standards of care to assess your situation and will provide a letter of support and/or help you to create a plan for further support if we identify any concerns. Keep in mind different doctors/insurances/states have differing laws regarding these letters and I may need to do research prior to writing your letter to ensure we do so correctly.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jennifer Doran

Dr. Jennifer Doran

Psychologist

Virtual • Fairfield, CT


“My approach to therapy is individualized and collaborative. We will work together to identify and help you achieve your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Caroline Motley

Caroline Motley

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My style is nurturing, non-judgmental, and attuned to nuance. I work from a non-pathological, trauma-informed framework.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jenna Pluard

Jenna Pluard

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My mission is to meet individuals with compassion and offer them a supportive and comfortable space where they can feel heard, understood, respected, and most importantly safe.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lizabeth Mason

Lizabeth Mason

Therapist

Virtual • Monroe, CT


“What I love most about therapy is that this is a time that is completely focused on my client(s) in a world where people are being forgotten or ignored.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Reinschmidt

Nicole Reinschmidt

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered while recognizing the strengths and progress you may overlook in yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nikki Katz

Nikki Katz

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Therapy with me is collaborative, calming, & restorative. We work together using skills systems including DBT, CBT, & ACT...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Muldowney

Brittany Muldowney

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Simple Intentions Counseling LLC looks for client's that are insightful, curious, and ready to explore the deeper layers of their emotional life. They may be struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, relationship patterns, or a persistent feeling of being “stuck.” They want clarity, self-acceptance, and tools to manage their emotions — but more than that, they want to understand why they feel the way they do. They’re not afraid to be challenged and are open to connecting their current struggles with earlier life experiences. They want lasting change, not quick fixes — and they’re ready to do the work.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Sam Crowley

Sam Crowley

Therapist

Virtual • Southington, CT


“I feel passionately about working with highly sensitive people, you know, the deep feelers in the world, those who hold cycle-breaking experiences, and/or those who identify as neurodivergent.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Olivia Holden

Olivia Holden

Therapist

Virtual • Hartford, CT


“I use an integrated approach of talk therapy and somatic therapy, This approach improves clarity by supporting the reduction of intrusive thoughts and transforms the often physically overwhelming experience of emotions into grounded accessible...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Audra Antoniello

Audra Antoniello

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal is to meet you where you are, collaborate on goals that matter to you, and help you create a life that feels more connected, balanced, and authentic.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tracie Nalley

Tracie Nalley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hamden, CT


“I am a firm believer that the brain can get hurt like any other organ in the body. I want to help you heal your brain.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hope Schaffrick

Hope Schaffrick

Therapist

Virtual • Hartford, CT


“I am an empathic and versatile clinician. I went into counseling to share my knowledge so others too can rise to their potential.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Elyse Daignault

Elyse Daignault

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am strength focused and let clients focus on their goals. I use humor and work hard to help clients feel comfortable with the therapy process.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Stephorna Barnes-Patterson

Stephorna Barnes-Patterson

Therapist

Virtual • Vernon, CT


“We are a small, caring community of mental health professionals with over 15 years of experience in the field of behavioral health.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ronella Ellis

Ronella Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I offer a grounded, compassionate presence that honors each client's lived experience, identity, and values.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Chelsea Victor

Chelsea Victor

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have been working in the mental health field for over 14 years and have been an independently licensed clinician for over five years.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Glastonbury, CT

Number of therapists serving Glastonbury, CT
There are over 388 therapists in Glastonbury, CT accepting new patients.
388+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 93%Stress management
  • 87%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 89%Cigna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 47%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 10%Spanish
  • 2%Hindi
  • 1%French
  • 1%Mandarin
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 20%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 44%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 36%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 9%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 8%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 39%Family therapy
  • 31%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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