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LGBT therapists in Westport, CT

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Westport, CT

Connect with affirming, creative providers in Westport through Headway's network of 373 licensed therapists experienced in supporting LGBTQIA mental health. Our average client saves 75% on sessions through insurance, with some paying as low as $0 per session.

Maxine Kibble-Cacioppo

Maxine Kibble-Cacioppo

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My role as your therapist is to create a safe and supportive environment during our sessions to foster trust and facilitate change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Danielle Capozziello

Danielle Capozziello

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Bring my best self to share space with you that is comforting, knowledgeable, solution focused, flexible, challenging and safe.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Latrica Conner

Latrica Conner

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


Latrica Conner is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Latrica completed her master’s degree in nursing at St. Francis Medical Center College of Nursing specializing in their psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner program. Latrica has over 20 years experience working in the mental health field.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Trina Armstrong

Dr. Trina Armstrong

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I see people, not as problems to fix, but as whole human beings shaped by what they have lived through.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Margaret Luke

Margaret Luke

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Therapy with me often feels like a conversation: honest, supportive, and sometimes even a little bit funny.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yomaris Ramos Rivera

Yomaris Ramos Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe therapy should be more than just a space to vent — it should help you understand yourself more deeply, break unhealthy emotional patterns, and create meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Zena Vevaina

Dr. Zena Vevaina

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is active, collaborative, and insight-oriented — I help you identify the roots of your struggles, develop healthier ways of relating, and create meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Emily Velidow

Emily Velidow

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My favorite part of this work is offering space for people to unload the weight they carry and hope they can move on a little bit lighter.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Vamosy

Samantha Vamosy

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Hello! My name is Samantha Vamosy and I am so happy you are interested in working together. I know starting a therapy process whether you have before or this is your first time can be scary and uncomfortable. I hope we can work through this time together making this journey as helpful and special as possible. My passions have always aligned with helping others and listening in a compassionate, non-judgmental, and curious way. I find real change occurs when a person can fully explore their life in a holistic way. Whether it is current mental health symptoms or past traumas holistic healing is possible for everyone. I received my Master's in Mental Health Counseling at Fairfield University and achieved my LPC after completing 3000 hours in an outpatient clinic for substance abuse.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Andrea-Lynne DeCrosta

Andrea-Lynne DeCrosta

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Southbury, CT


“My ultimate aim is to empower you, providing a safe, open-minded environment to guide your journey toward genuine healing and a more fulfilling life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jill Chaus Carnes

Jill Chaus Carnes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Milford, CT


“I have over 25 years of experience, working with teens, young adults, adult women and men, with anxiety and depression, including folks with different abilities such as ADHD, autism and physical challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gordon Nelson

Gordon Nelson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Alisa D'Andrea

Alisa D'Andrea

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Hamden, CT


“I practice through a systemic lens, exploring individual behaviors through the context of the family.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamie Dingus

Jamie Dingus

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Newington, CT


I believe therapy is most effective when you feel heard, understood, and respected. My person-centered approach is tailored to your experiences, strengths, goals, and needs. Informed by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, I offer practical tools to manage distress, challenge unhelpful thoughts, regulate emotions, build coping skills, and improve relationships. I strive to create a warm, supportive, nonjudgmental space where we can work collaboratively. Whether you’re facing anxiety, life transitions, emotional challenges, or feeling stuck, we can build on your strengths and create meaningful change.

I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and LGBTQIA+ affirming care, specializing in mindfulness-based approaches rooted in DBT and CBT. Therapy can help you process difficult experiences, manage emotions, challenge unhelpful thoughts, build coping skills, and create meaningful change in a supportive, nonjudgmental space.

Starting therapy can feel like a big step, but you don’t have to have everything figured out. Whether you’re overwhelmed, anxious, navigating change, or feeling stuck, therapy offers space to feel heard and understood. I’ll meet you without judgment and work at your pace. If my approach feels like a good fit, I invite you to reach out.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Energetic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Reyna Zascirinskis

Reyna Zascirinskis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Farmington, CT


“I have experience offering mental health treatment to folx who are neurodivergent and navigating our neurotypical world and the challenges that come along with that.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittney LaBonte

Brittney LaBonte

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Winchester, CT


I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in couples therapy, trauma, and substance use recovery with a twist. Clients call me their "hippie therapist" because I bring a decade of holistic training, yoga, meditation, Reiki, and mindfulness into my clinical work. I've spent my career in addiction and behavioral health, including leadership roles at Mountainside Treatment Center. I especially love working with high-performing professionals, healthcare providers, athletes, and military members who spend their lives caring for others and are finally ready to receive care themselves.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Paula Rosenfeld

Paula Rosenfeld

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am the the kind of clinician who will utilize real life references and examples of how the interventions work, I am transparent, non judgmental and will share with you the exact intent of my interventions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Christina Von Dietsch

Christina Von Dietsch

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I prioritize client-centered care and will tailor a treatment plan based on your strengths, ensuring we progress at a pace that suits you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Cristal Hawthorne

Cristal Hawthorne

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is supportive and compassionate, providing a safe space to explore challenges, gain clarity and build practical skills to live a more balanced life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Izetta Briggs-Bolling

Dr. Izetta Briggs-Bolling

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am a solution focused Harm Reduction therapist utilizing strength based, self empowerment treatment methods.”
LGBTQIA+, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kimberly Mitchell

Kimberly Mitchell

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach to therapy is to first join sessions with the goal of developing a strong therapeutic alliance.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Inquisitive, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tiffany Kehoe

Tiffany Kehoe

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences at your own pace.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sara Troland

Sara Troland

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is warm, reflective, and open minded. I strive to create an environment where you feel heard, understood, and respected — without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathleen Sullivan

Kathleen Sullivan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“Medications are a serious choice and I feel that people deserve informed care and education about their choices.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jason Nicholsen

Jason Nicholsen

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I'm a psychotherapist and licensed clinical social worker who believes therapy should feel like a collaborative, honest, and supportive space—not another place where you feel judged or like you need to have it all figured out.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Amanda Romano

Amanda Romano

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My intention is to help you explore what has made you think, act, and behave the way you do, and navigate how to make your patterns more productive for you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Joseph Madonia

Joseph Madonia

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


NYU Graduate and Post- Graduate Clinical Professor

Director of the Post- MAster's Program in Addictions- NYU

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
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
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
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 4 insurance carriers
Blake Reuter

Blake Reuter

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am an excellent active listener and create a therapeutic environment to allow for clients to gain insight and develop a plan to meet their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nicole Bernard

Nicole Bernard

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I provide a warm, empathetic, and culturally responsive space where your story is honored without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rosa Guzman

Rosa Guzman

Therapist

Virtual • East Hartford, CT


“I specifically work with the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Community to give my clients hope, compassion, understanding, and support through their journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Kamay Gaboda

Kamay Gaboda

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Clients can expect to have me as a trusted partner in their healing journey and walk away feeling capable and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ukashah Shabazz

Ukashah Shabazz

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I work collaboratively with clients to help them understand themselves and others more deeply and move toward growth that feels meaningful and lasting.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alyssa Scivoletti

Alyssa Scivoletti

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I'm direct, warm, and approachable, and I believe humor absolutely has a place in the therapy room because healing does not have to be heavy all the time.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 4 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

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Westport, CT

Number of therapists serving Westport, CT
There are over 376 therapists in Westport, CT accepting new patients.
376+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 92%Stress management
  • 87%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 90%Cigna
  • 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 47%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 9%Spanish
  • 2%Hindi
  • 1%American Sign Language
  • 1%Hebrew
How they see their clients
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  • 93%Online only
  • 7%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 19%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 44%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 37%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 9%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 9%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 41%Family therapy
  • 30%Couples therapy
  • 13%Child or adolescent therapy

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