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LGBT therapists in Hiram, GA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Hiram, GA

Hiram residents exploring gender identity, sexual orientation, or relationship dynamics can connect with warm, empowering providers on Headway. Sessions are flexible and often covered by insurance, helping you access affirming mental healthcare without financial burden.

Christian Waller

Christian Waller

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Hello there, my name is Christian Waller, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I think that when we're able to understand how our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are mirrors of our meanings and experiences, we're able to explore a bit deeper for what drives us and what we want to do with that information.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michael Medlin

Michael Medlin

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach will feel conversational and personal in style as I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is fundamental to achieve real, lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Physical health issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Chanya Peters

Chanya Peters

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“My practice philosophy is a holistic approach, mind, body, and soul. I encourage healthy lifestyle behaviors such as nutrition, exercise, sleep hygiene, stress management and mindfulness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Chavalle Taylor

Chavalle Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My role is to offer a grounded, compassionate space where you can slow down, make sense of what's happening inside you, and reconnect with the parts of yourself that have been overshadowed by stress or survival mode.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dorothea Lotze-Kola

Dorothea Lotze-Kola

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach is systemic, trauma informed and spiritually integrated. I always include the body, mind and spirit of a person.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Jake Glazier

Dr. Jake Glazier

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe that healing begins when we feel truly heard and not judged—and creating that kind of space is at the heart of what I do.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Oshetha Shakoor-Rivera

Oshetha Shakoor-Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I'm a relationship and trauma psychotherapist who is passionate about helping both individuals and families heal from emotional, physical, and psychological obstacles.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Susan Sewell

Susan Sewell

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My goal is to meet you exactly where you are, to come alongside you in your challenges, and to walk beside you as you move toward becoming the person you want to be.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jordan Bobbitt

Jordan Bobbitt

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I bring over five years of experience delivering trauma-informed, evidence-based care to individuals who have experienced sexual violence, identify as LGBTQIA+, or are neurodiverse.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Michelle Grant Tate

Michelle Grant Tate

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported throughout the therapy process.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 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 10 insurance carriers
Kelley Lockwood

Kelley Lockwood

Therapist

Virtual • Athens, GA


“I specialize in assisting parents-to-be and new parents struggling with infertility and perinatal mood disorders (depression, anxiety)...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
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
Elaine Maye

Elaine Maye

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Is your life stressful and overwhelming? Are you ready to break self-destructive patterns and addictions? If your answer is yes, then help is at hand. Goal Focus Counseling Services (GFPS) incorporates faith along with psychodynamic intervention to give you an effective plan of action. Individualized attention is given to address persistent personal, relationship and work concerns. You and your family can express your feelings privately with someone who is supportive and non-judgmental. Our objective is to focus on goals to maximize your therapeutic experience. With over 20 yers. experience, we now offer video/phone sessions.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Yonnette Stephen

Yonnette Stephen

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I'm committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for individuals, couples and families who are struggling to find a greater sense of peace and joy in the midst of life's complex journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Page

Tiffany Page

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach is founded in the belief that people do their best when they feel understood, supported, and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Louise Thompson

Dr. Louise Thompson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Alpharetta, GA


“She believes in listening to patients in a non-judgmental, respectful, compassionate and empathetic atmosphere as the first step to a therapeutic alliance for overcoming personal obstacles for a more fulfilling quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 9 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 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Tamara Hambrick

Dr. Tamara Hambrick

Therapist

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“My Solution-Focused approach is a concise, goal-driven therapy that prioritizes discovering solutions over examining problems.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Steven Band

Steven Band

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“We formulate a few goals of importance to you, then make sure they are specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time sensitive...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Abigail Kolb

Dr. Abigail Kolb

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I specialize in working with people navigating sexual compulsivity and atypical sexual interests, as well as highly stigmatized concerns and problematic sexual behaviors.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tiffany Glisson

Tiffany Glisson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I view you as the expert in your life. Our sessions will be open, conversational, and judgment-free.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Mukasa

Elizabeth Mukasa

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Hi! I'm Elizabeth, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe that healing happens in spaces where you feel truly seen and understood. With my background in both mental health and theology, I create a therapeutic environment that honors your full identity—cultural, spiritual, and personal. Whether you're navigating trauma, life transitions, leaving IOP settings, or identity questions, I'm here to walk alongside you with warmth, cultural sensitivity, and clinical expertise. My journey in mental health has taken me through residential facilities, faith communities, and community programs, where I've had the privilege of supporting individuals across all life stages.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lorraine Smith

Lorraine Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I view therapy as a collaborative journey... to help them better understand what happened, what is happening now, and how they can move forward amid everything that has happened.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Morrison

Elizabeth Morrison

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


I am a licensed mental health counselor in New York state. I completed her master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling at Molloy College. I have over 13 years of experience working in the field of human services and mental health. I have worked closely with adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. I am known for my resilient spirit and ability to provide unconditional positive regard.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Felicia Jenkins

Felicia Jenkins

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


I’m Felicia Jenkins, and I’m passionate about helping people improve their lives through therapy. My goal is to provide a nurturing, supportive space where clients can overcome obstacles, build emotional balance, and work toward greater happiness.

I hold a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology with a Counseling specialty from The Georgia School of Professional Psychology and have more than 25 years of experience providing therapy. I specialize in treating mood disorders, anxiety, relationship and marital concerns, stress, and trauma-related issues.

Through a compassionate and collaborative approach, I support clients in understanding their experiences, developing effective coping strategies, and creating meaningful, lasting change.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Shay Rice-Clansy

Shay Rice-Clansy

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe therapy works best when it feels less like an appointment and more like sitting down with someone who really gets you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Donna Thompson

Donna Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Hello! My name is Donna and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor. I am also a spouse of a United States Army Veteran. I have traveled the world and in doing so I have been able to build meaningful relationships with others. I would love to help you regain your sense of worth and well being. I love working with adults and children. I enjoy helping people regain their confidence and move forward with a new positive mindset.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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
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
Dr. Angelica Dempsey

Dr. Angelica Dempsey

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I possess over 15 years experience within the counseling/psychology profession. My experience includes working with children, adolescents, families, and addictions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Adrienne White

Dr. Adrienne White

Therapist

Virtual • Duluth, GA


I love hearing and helping people. Being a counselor is the best job I have ever had.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Lauren Flynn

Dr. Lauren Flynn

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe you should leave therapy with more than the relief of having talked something through. You should also gain skills and a better understanding of yourself that help you navigate life outside our sessions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nikita Williams

Nikita Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My holistic, trauma-informed approach integrates evidence-based practices like Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 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
Benjamin Gatliff

Benjamin Gatliff

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I specialize in creating a safe and non-judgmental space to facilitate personal change, insight, and healing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Laura Hoskins

Dr. Laura Hoskins

Psychologist

Virtual • Decatur, GA


“I draw from therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness practices to support real, lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kaitlyn Pfannkuche

Kaitlyn Pfannkuche

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Watkinsville, GA


As a relational, healing-centered psychotherapist, I work to help my clients discover their own guiding voice, to listen with intent, and to cultivate love and acceptance of their truest nature. In my work with adults, issues like sexuality, spirituality, existentialism, unconscious belief systems, family and partnership, and many more of life's great challenges guide the work of self-exploration.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Chanelle Atsyor

Chanelle Atsyor

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Chanelle believes in being genuine, authentic and compassionate. Her style is to have unconditional positive regard for her clients and to use humor and empathy to relate on a human level.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Hiram, GA
There are over 20 therapists in Hiram, GA accepting new patients.
20+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Trauma
  • 95%Depression
  • 90%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 80%Cigna
  • 75%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 65%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 10%Portuguese
  • 10%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 85%Woman
  • 15%Man
License types
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  • 75%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 15%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 5%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 30%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 30%Family therapy
  • 15%Couples therapy

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