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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Acworth, GA

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Acworth with affirming mental health providers who understand your unique experiences. Our network of 741 licensed providers offers talk therapy and medication management through virtual or in-person sessions, with many providers offering free consultations and appointments available within two weeks.

Victoria Taylor

Victoria Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“My therapeutic approach is client-centered, focusing on creating a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Marc Pimsler

Marc Pimsler

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I integrate modern clinical training with experiential and somatic approaches, meaning our work together goes beyond traditional talk therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Caresse Davis

Caresse Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I approach therapy from an affirmative, warm, empowering, supportive approach often using modalities like cognitive behavioral therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tam Cao

Tam Cao

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Hello my name is Tam and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and move toward healing, stability, and personal growth. I believe that everyone deserves to be heard, understood, and supported without judgment.

My clinical approach is client-centered, trauma-informed, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I work collaboratively with clients to identify their strengths, explore patterns that may be holding them back, and develop practical tools for coping and change. I strive to create a safe, respectful space where clients feel comfortable being open and authentic.

I have experience working with individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and complex social stressors. My background in social work allows me to view each person holistically, considering emotional, psychological, social, and environmental factors that impact well-being.

Above all, I believe in meeting clients where they are and walking alongside them at their own pace. My goal is to empower clients to build insight, resilience, and confidence as they work toward a healthier and more fulfilling life.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Franzetta Bester

Franzetta Bester

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I will invite you to participate in a warm, transparent and open-minded environment that facilitates positive change, growth and development.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Melissa Strickland

Melissa Strickland

Therapist

Virtual • Newnan, GA


“You don't have to have everything figured out before we meet. You don't need the perfect words, a diagnosis, or a clear understanding of what's wrong.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Millicent Ogoo

Dr. Millicent Ogoo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach to providing a patient- centered treatment approach is a healthcare strategy that places the patient's preferences, values, and needs at the forefront of decision-making.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
April Gibson

April Gibson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I specialize in a variety of counseling modalities to assist clients and their families manage life and work challenges with an open mindset.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Frank Gorritz

Frank Gorritz

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach to therapy incorporates a holistic perspective on your needs and wants from the therapy process.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Vivia Williams

Vivia Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Since I have experienced my own struggles with trauma, I find myself being drawn to helping people who experience this as well.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Robyn Kelly

Robyn Kelly

Therapist

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“I empower clients by helping them identify/develop their strengths and tools to address life stressors.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Bethany Dollar

Bethany Dollar

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe in utilizing all of my experiences as well as my expertise in serving all types of populations, ages...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Justine Meneses

Justine Meneses

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate space where clients feel heard and supported as they move toward healing and lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Empowering, Energetic, Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kacey Gammon

Kacey Gammon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Statesboro, GA


“I bring years of experience in addiction treatment and have dedicated much of my work to supporting women who have experienced trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erik Bates

Erik Bates

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience working with adults facing mental health concerns, substance use disorders, and the complicated overlap between the two. Much of my career has been spent in crisis stabilization, residential treatment, PHP, and IOP, supporting clients during some of the most challenging moments of their lives. That experience has shaped how I show up in the therapy room: grounded, direct, and deeply respectful of how hard change can be.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Debra Ainbinder

Dr. Debra Ainbinder

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My goal when working with clients is to assist them in finding their inner resilience which will help them to reach their ultimate goals in therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Goelz

Jonathan Goelz

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & depression.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Melanie Barton

Melanie Barton

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe each client wants to live their best life but circumstances may have prevented it until they enter therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Shelia Kirksey

Shelia Kirksey

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“While therapy is challenging at times, my goal is to help you in resolving the barriers that stand between you and the best version of yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Laijun English

Laijun English

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Greetings!

As a therapist, I believe it is important to walk in your purpose and I believe I do that every day. My name is Laijun English, and I am a counselor that provides treatment for teens and adults dealing with life’s challenges. I have Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Georgia Southwestern State University and a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Fort Valley State University.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Scott Mills

Scott Mills

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Columbus, GA


“I am trained in a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Portia Davis

Portia Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I view counseling as a collaborative process where you and I work together to identify your goals, explore your strengths, and address obstacles that may be holding you back.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chanda Anderson

Chanda Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your challenges and discover your strengths.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Amanda Fiala

Amanda Fiala

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach is warm, supportive, and down-to-earth, with a balance of compassion, honesty, and practical tools to help you create meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. TyQuitta Perrier

Dr. TyQuitta Perrier

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“We aim to meet clients where they are, and to collaboratively work together towards treatment goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robin Gordon

Robin Gordon

Therapist

Virtual • Carrollton, GA


“My great passion is bringing healing to people who have been through traumatic or stressful experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dillon Butler

Dillon Butler

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My goal is to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported as we work together toward the changes that matter most to you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Banerjee

Elizabeth Banerjee

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I use a person-centered and trauma informed approach, typically using CBT or DBT based interventions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Natalia Kuzmina

Natalia Kuzmina

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Welcome! My name is Dr. Natalia Kuzmina, PhD. I hold a LMFT/LCMFT license in the states of Florida, Georgia, and Kansas. I earned my PhD. in Couple and Family Therapy from Kansas State University and my Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Valdosta State University.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Christina Hayes

Christina Hayes

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I utilize a cognitive behavioral approach to counseling while incorporating person-centered techniques largely catered to the individual.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Santevia Moore

Santevia Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I use evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)... to help clients strengthen coping skills, improve emotional awareness, and build healthier patterns moving forward.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Billy Cottrell-Jackson

Billy Cottrell-Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I consider myself a passionate, dedicated therapist who is confident in your ability to tell your own story and to heal.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Martin Johnson

Dr. Martin Johnson

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Georgia


“Dr. Johnson has been practicing as a child psychiatrist since 2002. After completing his residency at the University of Maryland/Sheppard Pratt and his fellowship at Emory university, Dr. Johnson has worked in a variety of settings including...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ty'Kia Brown

Ty'Kia Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I take a holistic, tailored approach to therapy, focusing on the unique experiences and needs of each client.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Taylor Whelchel

Taylor Whelchel

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


My name is Taylor Whelchel and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I graduated from the University of Georgia with my undergraduate degree in Psychology and Sociology; and the University of North Carolina-Greensboro with my Masters in Clinical Mental Health. I have worked in the industry for the last six years and specialized in anxiety, trauma, depression, and grief.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexis Flannagan

Alexis Flannagan

Therapist

Virtual • Jonesboro, GA


I am a Family Psychotherapist and Atlanta native who uses a holistic approach to therapy who works with women, children, adolescents, and families, with a focus on supporting BIPOC communities, marginalized groups, and LGBTQ+ individuals. Alexis also has experience working with aggressive adolescents, gender-related concerns, and children navigating grief.

With a professional background in Montessori education and nonprofit management, I bring a creative and multifaceted perspective to her work. I am also a strong advocate for radical self-acceptance and enjoy encouraging others to discover their own sense of freedom and personal growth.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Franco Bejarano

Franco Bejarano

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“By developing together the skills of psychological flexibility, I aim to equip you with the skills to successfully endure future hardships on your own in an imperfect world where negative experiences and events are outside of our control.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carlie Tilson

Carlie Tilson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe that our mental health is the most fundamental part of our well-being, & I'm passionate about helping people figure out how to thrive in their own way.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ajani Johnson

Ajani Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I provide a comfortable atmosphere for you to express yourself, unburden, and examine those things that hinder you from moving forward in your personal or professional life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Richard McCranie

Richard McCranie

Therapist

Virtual • Macon, GA


My name is Kyle, I go by my middle name. I am licensed in Georgia with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with, but not limited to, stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, lgbtq+ related issues, & coping with grief and loss.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of Acworth, GA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Acworth, GA
There are over 35 therapists in Acworth, GA accepting new patients.
35+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 91%Relationship issues
  • 89%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 74%Cigna
  • 74%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 51%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 6%Portuguese
  • 6%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 94%In-person or online
  • 6%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 80%Woman
  • 17%Man
  • 3%Non-binary
License types
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  • 69%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 17%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 9%Psychologist
  • 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 31%Family therapy
  • 20%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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