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LGBT therapists in Albany, GA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Albany, GA

Seeking LGBTQIA+-affirming therapy in Albany? Connect with empowering providers through Headway who understand your unique experiences and challenges. With 753 licensed professionals across Georgia and flexible virtual or in-person options, you can find the right fit for your mental health needs.

Nycole Cox

Nycole Cox

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Decatur, GA


“I believe in treating the whole person—not just their symptoms—by taking time to understand each individual's experiences, goals, and unique challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Benjamin Gatliff

Benjamin Gatliff

Therapist

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“My therapeutic style is approachable, humorous, and open-minded, tailored to meet individual client needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Darnell Phillips

Darnell Phillips

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to create meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Akishna Glasper-Williams

Akishna Glasper-Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I don't believe in stigmatizing labels, and I would rather understand what you are carrying than categorize it.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lydia Stevens

Lydia Stevens

Therapist

Virtual • Alpharetta, GA


“I believe therapy is a collaborative process—one where we gently explore both your past and present to better understand how your experiences have shaped you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Hannah Brown

Hannah Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


I want my clients to know that I value creating a space that feels safe, genuine, and nonjudgmental. I understand that starting therapy can feel intimidating, especially for people who are used to carrying things on their own or putting others first. My goal is to help clients feel comfortable enough to show up honestly and be themselves without pressure or shame.

A large part of my experience involves working with trauma survivors and individuals navigating anxiety, relationship stress, emotional overwhelm, and major life transitions. I approach this work with compassion, patience, and understanding, and I believe healing happens through feeling supported, heard, and empowered.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 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 8 insurance carriers
Kristine Nutt

Kristine Nutt

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Clients describe me as relatable, down to earth, and someone who genuinely understands what they are going through.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Latoya Brooks-Key

Dr. Latoya Brooks-Key

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I understand that no two individuals are the same, and I tailor our sessions together to address challenges unique to you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tuquester Carlisle

Tuquester Carlisle

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My style is warm and collaborative, and empowers individuals and families alike to explore their strengths, overcome obstacles, and move toward meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Robin Revell

Robin Revell

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My goal is for clients to experience insight and growth and understand their solutions are always within them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Samantha Fuchs

Dr. Samantha Fuchs

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I have a collaborative, down-to-earth style that helps you make sense of where you come from, how it's showing up now, and what's getting in your way.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chardonney Washington

Chardonney Washington

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Warner Robins, GA


“With over six years of counseling experience, I find immense satisfaction in assisting individuals towards wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 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
Dwayne Taylor

Dwayne Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My goal is to us this safe space support you, challenge you, and explore alternate ways of thinking to achieve growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
LaTasha Frazier

LaTasha Frazier

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My practice is centered on creating a warm, judgment‐free space where you can slow down, breathe, and feel genuinely supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Betsy Kammerud

Betsy Kammerud

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I am passionate about providing a safe space for people to process all of the feelings that life experiences can create.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mary Teem

Mary Teem

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


I have a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from Mercer University. I received my master's in clinical mental health from Mercer as well. I have been in practice for almost 10 years in one capacity or another. I have my LPC in the state of Georgia.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Deborah Obinwa

Deborah Obinwa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Lawrenceville, GA


“With a person-centered and integrative approach rooted in evidence-based practices, I provide med management, psychoeducation, and psychotherapy enriched with motivational interviewing, lifestyle modifications, grounding techniques, and mindfulness...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Tonia Davis

Tonia Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My style is compassionate and engaging, integrating practical skills with reflective insight to help clients build resilience and confidence.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jeanne Williams

Jeanne Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach is collaborative and supportive—I believe therapy should be a safe space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Erin Kaufman

Dr. Erin Kaufman

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Success in therapy looks different for everyone. For you, it might mean releasing long-held emotions, finally voicing thoughts that have caused you physical tension, or leaving with new tools to feel calm and in control.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Meg Redus

Meg Redus

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“To me, therapy is about helping you become the best version of yourself—someone who feels balanced, empowered, and worthy of a fulfilling life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Affiniti Harris-Mordecai

Affiniti Harris-Mordecai

Therapist

Virtual • Roswell, GA


“I use journaling, positive visualization, mindfulness and other approaches to emphasize the importance of individuals understanding that any difficulties experienced in life will ultimately promote and foster growth in oneself.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Katie Dean

Katie Dean

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Columbus, GA


Katie Dean is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with nearly two decades of healthcare expertise, including 10 years of specialized psychiatric practice. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, specializing in psychiatric evaluations, differential diagnosis, and medication management for various disorders. She provides expert care for patients navigating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, psychotic disorders, and autism spectrum disorder.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Linda Szczutkowski

Linda Szczutkowski

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I specialize in working with adults who are ready to break old patterns and create meaningful change in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Laura Zviovich

Laura Zviovich

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe therapy is not just about overcoming challenges, but about empowering people to live with greater balance, resilience, and authenticity.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jessica Wiley

Jessica Wiley

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe and supportive space where you can process your story, release what no longer serves you, and embrace the life you are meant to live.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lee Abbott

Lee Abbott

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Newnan, GA


“I am compassionate, but strait forward. I meet clients where they are and help them get where they want to be.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Shavanna King

Shavanna King

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“I feel my position is to partner with you, wherever you are on your journey, provide professional evidence-based information...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Kourtney Carter

Dr. Kourtney Carter

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe mental health should be embraced, prioritized, and treated with the same importance as physical health.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kiara McCoy

Kiara McCoy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


I’m Kiara, a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I specialize in working with teens and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma, and life stressors. My background includes years of nursing in emergency, psychiatric, and behavioral health settings, which helps me understand clients from both a medical and mental health perspective. I create a supportive, respectful space where clients feel seen, understood, and empowered in their healing.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Shantelle Harrison

Shantelle Harrison

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach is very calming, affirming, straightforward, empathetic, open minded, and solution focused.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tameka Dennis

Tameka Dennis

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Tameka Dennis is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She has an office located in Murfreesboro TN. Tameka received her Bachelor's Degree in Sociology 2011 from Tennessee State University. She received her Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Trevecca Nazarene University. Tameka started her private practice in 2018. Specialties and Expertise includes Women Issues, Marital and Premarital, Depression, anxiety, Men's issues, grief, self-esteem, stress, and relationship issues.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Claire Davis

Claire Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Athens, GA


“Therapy sessions are not one-size-fits-all; therefore, each session will focus on open communication and reflection in order to form sessions around what each client needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alice Harvey

Alice Harvey

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I work with adults and adolescents specializing in ADHD, anxiety, and depression using a Humanistic approach...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Arauz

Elizabeth Arauz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Marietta, GA


After spending 12 years working in the legal field, having 3 children, and ensuring my son with special needs had the support he needed to reach his potential, which he did beautifully, I decided to follow my (other) passion. Went back to school in 2016 to earn my Masters in Social Work, which allowed me to follow my dream - helping people find their voice, their identify, their peace, their power and their ability to grow.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Michael Turner

Michael Turner

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I work with adults, teens, athletes, and professionals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, emotional overwhelm, and habits they want to change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Challenging, Direct
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jason Adkins

Jason Adkins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Atlanta, GA


“Our practice has been operational since 2009 and is led by Jason Adkins LCSW and a team of licensed clinicians.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Albany, GA

Number of therapists serving Albany, GA
There are over 755 therapists in Albany, GA accepting new patients.
755+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 88%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 89%Cigna
  • 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 47%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 5%Spanish
  • 1%Portuguese
  • 1%French
  • 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 81%Online only
  • 19%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 81%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 58%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 25%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 7%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 39%Family therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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