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LGBT therapists in Stamford, CT


Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Stamford, CT
Finding a therapist who truly understands LGBTQIA experiences matters. In Stamford, Headway offers sessions with warm, solution-oriented providers ready to support your mental health journey. With 390 providers available and flexible scheduling, you can find the right fit for your needs while keeping costs manageable through insurance.
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.
Hi, I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a heart for supporting individuals through the transformative journey of parenthood. Specializing in perinatal mental health, I provide compassionate, bilingual therapy to help you navigate the emotional highs and lows of pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. With a degree from Rutgers University and years of experience working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, I understand that every journey is unique.
My approach is warm, empowering, and always centered on meeting you exactly where you are. Together, we’ll create a space for healing, growth, and renewed strength.
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.
I am Franchesca Ali (DNP, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC), a dual certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner & Family Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing wholistic care to adults. I offer medication management and psychiatric evaluations. My practice specialties include, but are not limited to, anxiety, depression, OCD, mood disorders, insomnia, college mental health, life transitions, and burn-out. I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Columbia University, along with a Psychiatric Certification from Hunter College in New York.
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.
Now taking in office clients Tuesday nights in San Antonio! Virtual clients Monday nights. I seek to help individuals heal on the threefold path: mind, body, and spirit. 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. I am of service to 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.
You have taken a courageous step by looking for support, and I want you to feel
genuinely at home here. Whether you are navigating identity, trauma,
neurodivergence, or something you have not quite found words for yet, you deserve a
therapist who truly gets it. With over 20 years in mental health and specialized
training in LGBTQ+ affirmative care, adult autism, ADHD, and trauma, I bring both
depth and flexibility to our work. I would love to connect with you.
Aligned Counseling & Therapy is for those who are tired of repeating patterns that no longer give them the life or relationships they want. Maybe you overthink conversations, worry about how others see you, struggle to say no, find yourself in relationships that leave you disappointed, or keep having the same argument with your partner or family. Maybe your motivation isn't what it used to be, you don't enjoy the things you used to, or life's changing, or work, school, or everyday life feel overwhelming. Together, we connect the dots to figure out what's not in alignment, and develop tools to help you move toward the life you want.
About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Stamford, CT



- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 98%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 93%Stress management
- 87%Trauma

- 98%Aetna
- 89%Cigna
- 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 47%Curative

- 99%English
- 10%Spanish
- 2%Hindi
- 1%French
- 1%Mandarin

- 90%Online only
- 10%In-person or online

- 79%Woman
- 20%Man
- 2%Non-binary

- 44%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 36%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 9%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 8%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 2%Licensed Psychologist

- 99%Individual therapy
- 39%Family therapy
- 32%Couples therapy
- 14%Child or adolescent therapy
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