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LGBT therapists in Manchester, CT

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Manchester, CT

Finding an LGBTQIA-affirming therapist in Manchester doesn't have to be difficult. Headway offers a diverse network of 378 licensed providers ready to support your mental health with warmth and acceptance. Many providers offer free consultations and have availability within the next two weeks.

Kelsie Lindgren

Kelsie Lindgren

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am committed to guiding you toward your goals and new coping strategies. Therapy can be challenging, so a strong working relationship is essential.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Autumn Owodunni

Autumn Owodunni

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I became a therapist because I'm passionate about supporting people through difficult times and helping them find a sense of peace and clarity.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tammy Wagstaff

Tammy Wagstaff

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I have been providing counseling services to individuals, couples and families since 1999. I hold a Master's degree in Counseling, am a Certified Sex Therapist, and have specialized training in treating depression, anxiety, and trauma as well as fostering healthy relationships.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Arianna Mora

Arianna Mora

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize with those who have endured trauma, depression, anxiety-related issues, grief, and family conflicts.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Anna Smyth

Anna Smyth

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I view recovery as a personal process for each person. As a Recovery Coach, I respect your perspective and integrity and will help you formulate specific recovery goals and coach you to meet those goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Alicia Capobianco

Alicia Capobianco

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I strongly believe that everyone who seeks therapy should be in control of their treatment, I work collaboratively with my clients to meet them where they are at and provide an individualized approach.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Hunter Brooks

Hunter Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have a special passion for working with boys and young men. With so few male therapists available, I aim to offer a positive, corrective experience in a space that feels safe, empowering, and built on trust.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Norvy Jean

Dr. Norvy Jean

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Darien, CT


“I use a holistic partnership approach in the development of your plan of care and make sure you feel listened to.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Carlos Proctor

Carlos Proctor

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“By integrating highly successful Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Mindfulness techniques, I help you slow down and recognize the significance of every moment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Sarah Cavarnos

Sarah Cavarnos

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I often utilize mindfulness techniques, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in my practice.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Samantha Nunes

Samantha Nunes

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Each session should feel like sanctuary, relief, and moving closer towards the life your highest self envisions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
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
Heather Elder

Heather Elder

Therapist

Virtual • Fairfield, CT


What we resist, persists. I understand how difficult it is to make changes in our lives. We all continue to repeat the same patterns in some way. It is natural to want to resist change; however, it is possible to break through the resistance. If you are reading this you have already decided to face resistance. I commend you, and I am here to support you in taking the next steps on the path you have already chosen. You are not alone. We can do this together, no matter what you are struggling with.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Marcie Carlson

Marcie Carlson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Using an integrative approach (drawing from multiple treatment modalities to best meet your individual needs)...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mamata Hotha

Mamata Hotha

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal is to help you adjust to your new 'normal' and to restore your mental health to a place where you can cope and function effectively regardless of circumstances.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Malaika Small

Malaika Small

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My practice centers women of color and BIPOC communities, with a focus on life transitions, career challenges, generational trauma, workplace stress, and interpersonal relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Bryan Wade

Dr. Bryan Wade

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Client can take away from each session an affirming, safe, supportive and therapeutic environment while addressing his or her psychological (behavioral health) and emotional needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
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
Christina Hoferer

Christina Hoferer

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My style is warm and caring and I use a strengths-based approach to help you create change in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Jeremy Thies

Jeremy Thies

Psychologist

Virtual • Connecticut


Sometimes we may feel unhappy, lonely, or a bit stuck and want something more for ourselves and our relationships. Through counseling, I can help you create a more meaningful and fulfilling life, while also decreasing feelings of discontent. Working together, we can establish a supportive, therapeutic connection that is tailored to your individual needs and challenges to help change your life for the better. We will identify the barriers that may be preventing you, your child, or your families from feeling happy and connected with others. Please feel welcome to schedule a consultation with me to chat about how we can get started.



For more information about the services I offer, please refer to my website: Foresthillspsychology.com

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Steven Smith

Steven Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I recognize that there are many people in this world who identify as LGBTQIA+ or have alternative lifestyles that are often misunderstood...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jeffrey Levine

Dr. Jeffrey Levine

Psychologist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach to treatment goes far beyond talk therapy. You will learn, usually in the first session, why your symptom(s) exist and the best method for treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Energetic, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Baker

Jessica Baker

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“With specialized training in psychodynamic and relational counseling, I am interested in helping others cultivate healthy, satisfying relationships...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lillian Osaigbovo ®, Lcsw

Lillian Osaigbovo ®, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“As an ally who stands in solidarity with refugees and immigrants of any status, she focuses on cultural sensitivity, accommodating the differing values and attitudes of diverse populations and cultures.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Dr. Kirk Burke-Hamilton

Dr. Kirk Burke-Hamilton

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I explore a patient's need for external validation and identify old, negative motivators used to inspire achievement-based goals. I teach self-care and self-regulating practices while modeling healthy attunement. Together, we explore conflict-avoidant behaviors and healthy dependency. Being a highly sensitive person is not a weakness but an empathic strength. I explore the guilt, shame, and fear that cause "analysis paralysis." I analyze unhealthy habits and teach clients to build trust and reconnect with a traumatic body that no longer trusts. You are the expert and I am your guide.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Cheryl Sonilal

Cheryl Sonilal

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“As a woman of a color and a first-generation American with my own personal life challenges both in childhood and adulthood, my empathetic essence is honest and genuine when working with my clients.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aida Valerio

Aida Valerio

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am a bilingual and bicultural therapist and when I work with individuals or families, I think about how systems impact race, racism, and gender identity.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Theresa Barrett

Theresa Barrett

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I prioritize active listening and empathy to understand your perspective and situation in a safe, non-judgmental space.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Tiffany Lovelady

Dr. Tiffany Lovelady

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My style is conversational and down-to-earth- I want therapy to feel like an honest, supportive dialogue, not a clinical interview.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Theresa Twum

Theresa Twum

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“Experience working at both inpatient and outpatient setting including children psychiatric inpatient, juvenile justice for incarcerated boys and girls, and sex trafficked victims.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Daley

Rachel Daley

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Anxious? Depressed? Stressed?!?

I can help you gain tools to feel better and live the life you want! I work with clients with a variety of issues: addictions, anxiety disorders, trauma/PTSD, sexuality issues, mental wellness for management of depression, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, and adjustment to major life transitions and decisions. Proud to serve the LGBTQIAA+ community, Kink/fet ENM, poly, non religious, all walks of life off the beaten path are welcome here.

Please note when booking Tuesday evenings are live in person sessions and all other days are virtual.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nicholas Ahern

Nicholas Ahern

Therapist

Virtual • Danbury, CT


I have extensive experience in community mental health and private practice settings working with teens and adults. I received my Masters of Science in Psychology from Johnson & Wales University. I am licensed to practice in Rhode Island, Connecticut and Massachusetts.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amy Dunn

Amy Dunn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Brookfield, CT


“I have specialized training in Trauma as well as Perinatal Mental Health, and enjoy supporting clients through these unique and heavy challenges in a non-judgemental space.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Jenna Feldman

Jenna Feldman

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My style is dynamic, warm, and curious. Together we'll explore deep-rooted beliefs and feelings, process the past and what's challenging in the present...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Moran

Laura Moran

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I enjoy helping people be kinder to themselves, and to make better choices that move them toward achieving their goals in life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Iselande Desyr

Dr. Iselande Desyr

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“Dr. Desyr instills hope in her clients and encourages them to be active participants in their treatment journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gaby Arifin

Gaby Arifin

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am a first-generation, Asian American, queer mental health therapist providing therapy for adults and young adults. I specialize in depression, anxiety, self-worth, family and relationship concerns, identity exploration, life transitions, grief and loss, trauma, and stress. I offer culturally responsive and affirming care for diverse clients.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ariel Trudell

Ariel Trudell

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have worked in the mental health field for 10 years and have helped many clients make positive changes in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Megan Davidson

Megan Davidson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and direct when it's helpful. I utilize EMDR and CBT to help individuals struggling with trauma, anxiety, and life transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Manchester, CT

Number of therapists serving Manchester, CT
There are over 384 therapists in Manchester, CT accepting new patients.
384+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 97%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 92%Stress management
  • 88%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 89%Cigna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 51%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 10%Spanish
  • 2%Hindi
  • 1%French
  • 1%American Sign Language
How they see their clients
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  • 92%Online only
  • 8%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 19%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 45%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 35%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 9%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 8%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 41%Family therapy
  • 32%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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