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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 367 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.

Verona Gordon-Khouri

Verona Gordon-Khouri

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Wethersfield, CT


“I believe in creating a respectful environment. Treating clients with respect, integrity, and compassion are my priorities.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Johanna Solano

Johanna Solano

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach blends evidence-based therapy with somatic, ancestral, and nervous-system-informed care to help you feel safe, grounded, and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zoie Alexander Walker

Zoie Alexander Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My background has contributed to me being super passionate about working with young girls, women, and the LGBTQIA+ community.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Jahmani Hylton

Jahmani Hylton

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is both integrative and holistic; it includes elements of spirituality and mindfulness tailored to your needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Breanne Thomas

Breanne Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in working with a diverse range of populations, including military personnel, veterans, LGBT individuals, and adults of all backgrounds.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Simone Longoria

Simone Longoria

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Hello and welcome! I’m Simone, and I want you to know that my goal is to help you feel truly heard. Therapy with me is a relaxed, judgment-free space where you can be yourself — unapologetically.

I specialize in supporting people with ADHD, anxiety, stress, life transitions, trauma, and those exploring alternative lifestyles and relationships. Whether you’re looking for a sounding board or deeper healing, I’m here for you.

If you don’t see a time that works for you, feel free to message or email me — my schedule is often more flexible than it looks!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rachel Haymann

Rachel Haymann

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“When coming to sessions, you can expect to feel heard and understood and to gain insight in a supportive and affirming environment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Melissa Schluntz

Melissa Schluntz

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“With over 10 years of experience working with adolescents and families facing a wide range of mental health challenges, I bring a warm, direct, and genuine approach to therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
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
Michelle Thomason

Michelle Thomason

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in helping individuals better understand themselves while healing from painful or overwhelming experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Daniel Olaciregui

Daniel Olaciregui

Therapist

Virtual • Hartford, CT


My name is Daniel OIaciregui M.S. , LMHC. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida. I have been working as a therapist since 2017. I have the pleasure of working with a wide variety of clients. I have been working with a diverse client base. I utilize these approaches with my clients to help address and manage their needs. I believe it is essential to creating a partnership with clients to maximize success.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Creative, Direct
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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 7 insurance carriers
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
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sasha Collins

Sasha Collins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Milford, CT


“My goal is to create a safe, inclusive, and respectful space where you can authentically be yourself, free of judgement.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Allison Bradley

Allison Bradley

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am a Clinical Mental Health Counselor, certified by the National Board of Certified Counselors, specializing in trauma treatment and life transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alisha Adebayo

Alisha Adebayo

Therapist

Virtual • Hartford, CT


“I believe strongly in meeting you where you are. Even if it is a place you have never opened the doors for another.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 8 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 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Kunkel Lcsw

Heather Kunkel Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am an attachment-based therapist. I see this experience as a journey that I am privileged to be on with you...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
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
Carly Bendzans

Carly Bendzans

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach blends thoughtful medication management with supportive therapy in a warm, collaborative space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Catherine Livingston

Catherine Livingston

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“It is my hope that you will leave our first session feeling motivated and empowered to take the first step on the journey toward your goals, knowing you will have a partner along the way.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Sohn

Rebecca Sohn

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in working with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship-related stress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rachael Medina

Rachael Medina

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist who graduated from the Marriage and Family Therapy program at Southern Connecticut State University with my Master's degree.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Momina Zaman

Momina Zaman

Therapist

Virtual • Branford, CT


Welcome to my page! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Connecticut. I received my masters degree from Fairfield University. I have experience working with children with autism, children with cancer, end of life patients and college aged students. I specialize working with children, teens, young adults and adults to help manage different life stressors. I am supportive of the LGBTQ+ community. You can expect empathy, compassion and a safe space that you will be able to express yourselves.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jacenya Nguyen

Jacenya Nguyen

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe therapy should feel like a safe, supportive space where you can be yourself without judgement.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Holly DeVylder

Holly DeVylder

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I take a holistic approach to care, treating the patient as a whole person, rather than treating individual symptoms.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Erica Iyamu- Osagie

Erica Iyamu- Osagie

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


For almost 15 years, I've walked alongside people through some of the hardest moments of their lives — whether that's anxiety that won't quiet down, depression that makes everything feel heavier, the aftermath of trauma, or the strain that pulls relationships apart. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker offering telehealth therapy to adults, couples, and families, and I believe deeply that healing happens in a space where you feel genuinely seen and never judged.

My approach is collaborative and evidence-based — drawing on tools like CBT, DBT, and trauma-focused therapy — but the methods always come second to the relationship. Having worked across hospitals, emergency settings, college campuses, and private practice, I'm comfortable with everything from everyday stress to moments of real crisis.

Reaching out for support takes courage, and you don't have to have it all figured out before we begin. If you're ready to take that first step, I'd be honored to take it with you.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Mendoza

Nicole Mendoza

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach to therapy is collaborative and client-centered, meaning we work together to identify your goals and develop strategies that support meaningful and lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Keri Reilly

Keri Reilly

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience supporting individuals and families across diverse clinical settings. My career began in group homes working with adolescents and adults living with chronic mental illness, followed by work with the Department of Children and Families, Visiting Nurse Association and Crisis Intervention through the hospital Emergency Department where I developed strong skills in assessment, stabilization, and systems navigation.

For the past 10 years, I have specialized in Integrated Behavioral Health within a primary care setting, collaborating closely with medical providers to deliver whole-person, accessible mental health care.

I earned my Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Marist College and my Master of Social Work (MSW) from Fordham University. I utilize a range of evidence-based and client-centered treatment modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), insight-oriented therapy, solution-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing. My work is grounded in helping clients build insight, develop coping strategies, and move toward meaningful, sustainable change.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Angela Paradis

Angela Paradis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“My prescribing philosophy is the least amount of medication for the shortest duration to obtain and maintain symptom control.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Chaynna Clark

Chaynna Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Welcome! My name is Chaynna Clark and I’m Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I am a bilingual first-generation Afro Latina. I use she/her pronouns.

I have worked in community-based clinics in both Rochester, NY and New York City. I have years of experience working with children, teens, and adults. I’ve supported individuals through a wide range of issues, including, trauma, life transitions, depression, anxiety, cultural identity, self-esteem, and relationship issues.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharee Skalsky

Sharee Skalsky

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I view therapy as a central part of an overall wellness plan, one that honors the interconnectedness of mind, body, and environment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Boerma

Jessica Boerma

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I view therapy as an intentional and protected space to reengage with oneself, cultivate understanding, and move toward growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristen Smith

Kristen Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Therapy isn’t supposed to feel like performance. It’s supposed to feel like relief.

I’m Kristen — a licensed clinical social worker who’s spent over 20 years supporting people through transitions, overwhelm, and deep life work. I live in South Portland, Maine with my family, and I understand firsthand the emotional labor, coordination, and internal pressure that come with being a capable, high-achieving woman and mother.

As someone who is neurodivergent myself, I intimately understand the cost of masking — and what it takes to stop performing and start feeling and living.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Jennifer Richello

Dr. Jennifer Richello

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I combine traditional psychiatric care with complementary and holistic therapies, offering personalized treatment that helps you gain a deeper understanding of your symptoms.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Margaret Proulx

Margaret Proulx

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My dedication to understanding diverse communities, especially the LGBTQIA2 community, grew through workshops and volunteer work.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeffrey Chang

Jeffrey Chang

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Leading with curiosity, kindness, and compassion, my goal is to provide a space where you can express yourself freely and to teach practical skills that help you live life with confidence.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Idenice Sargut

Idenice Sargut

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have always had a nurturing and patient heart in wanting to help people. I allow my clients the freedom to guide themselves through their own experiences and challenges with support and unconditional positive regard.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Christine (CJ) Lee

Dr. Christine (CJ) Lee

Psychologist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I'm a queer 2nd gen Neuropsychologist specializing in trauma-informed Adult ADHD and Autism evaluation, Executive Functioning Coaching...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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