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LGBT therapists in Georgia

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Georgia

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Georgia with 760 affirming, open-minded providers who understand your unique experiences and mental health needs. Access talk therapy and medication management through virtual or in-person sessions, with many clients paying as low as $0 per session through insurance.

Catherine Garcia-Brake

Catherine Garcia-Brake

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I prefer solution-focused therapy and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy because I believe in teaching someone to fish so they can eat for a lifetime.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Leandro Olszanski

Leandro Olszanski

Therapist

Virtual • Rome, GA


I specialize in helping couples and adults navigate relationship challenges, cultural differences, and major life transitions. My work is especially focused on couples who feel disconnected, stuck in recurring conflict, or unsure how to rebuild trust and emotional closeness. As a Level 3 Gottman Method-trained therapist, I help partners understand their patterns, communicate more effectively, and create a stronger relationship. I also support individuals balancing career, family, cultural adjustment, and the demands of a new chapter.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tommy Hoang

Tommy Hoang

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe in creating a safe and collaborative space where individuals can explore their strengths and develop resilience.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Shanae Benito

Shanae Benito

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Hi, I’m Shanae Benito, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with support, compassion, and practical tools for change. I work with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, stress, and life transitions. My approach combines evidence-based practices including TF-MCBT (Trauma-Focused Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy) while creating a space where you feel heard, understood, and seen. I believe healing is not about having all the answer. It's about taking the next step forward together.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shannon Cazier

Shannon Cazier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Talking Rock, GA


If your child is struggling with big feelings, hard behaviors, or school-related stress, you have found a safe place. I have worked alongside kids, teens, and their families since

2005, creating a playful, welcoming space where they can finally feel understood. I draw from play therapy, AutPlay, and creative approaches tailored to your child's

personality and developmental stage. I also partner with caregivers, teachers, and other supports so your child is not doing this work alone. My goal is to help them

understand themselves better, build confidence, and feel more in control of their emotions and choices.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Derrick Mike

Dr. Derrick Mike

Therapist

Virtual • Albany, GA


“I believe therapy should feel collaborative and supportive, with room for honesty, reflection, and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Felita Bush

Dr. Felita Bush

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I focus on creating a safe and non-judgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and comfortable being themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 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
Delarue Brumskine

Delarue Brumskine

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


I am a therapist who genuinely loves this work and the people I get to do it with. I work with adults who are navigating big life changes, relationship shifts, and the kind of moments that make you stop and ask "who am I now?" My approach is flexible and collaborative, so we figure out together what you need and how to get there. I work fully virtually, so you can show up to sessions from wherever feels most comfortable for you.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Maternal mental health
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Bradley

Elizabeth Bradley

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I strive to create a place of warmth and acceptance. I also know how important and healthy it is to laugh and celebrate accomplishments.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 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
Diane Hilleary

Diane Hilleary

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Savannah, GA


“My style is warm, grounded, compassionate, and depth-oriented. With more than 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist, I offer holistic psychotherapy that blends traditional talk therapy with Internal Family Systems, Mindful Self-Compassion,...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Dawn James

Dawn James

Therapist

Virtual • Montezuma, GA


“As a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia with over 15 years in private practice, I take a warm, compassionate, and down to earth approach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jessica Kennedy

Jessica Kennedy

Therapist

Virtual • Carrollton, GA


If you're struggling with feeling like you fit in, knowing who you are, or carrying a heavy weight across your shoulders, welcome. I specialize in trauma and dissociation, neurodivergence, and LGBTQIA+ concerns. I've been practicing therapy for the past five years and have been in mental health for the last decade.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. SaKarsha Sanchez-Hunter

Dr. SaKarsha Sanchez-Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“When working with Dr. Sanchez-Hunter, clients can expect a warm, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment that encourages openness and honesty.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
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
Jillian Canada

Jillian Canada

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Hi! My name is Jillian Canada, and I have lived in the state of Georgia my whole life. I found a passion for care and attended the University of Georgia where I received my Bachelor of Science in Psychology followed by the University of North Georgia where I received my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have experience working in private settings as well as community health centers with ages 4 years old and onward. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and attachment. I love walking with others as they grow into who they want to be.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 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
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
Caroline Ayo

Caroline Ayo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Lawrenceville, GA


I was born and raised in one of Nigeria’s vibrant and bustling cities, where I learned the values of community, resilience, and compassion from an early age. Inspired by a deep desire to make a difference in people’s lives, I pursued my education in health care. This journey has been a blessing and a privilege, allowing me to work in health care and provide care for the people I love and serve.

My family and I have built a home filled with love and laughter. They bring joy and inspiration to my life every day. I'm excited to support my clients in bringing that same love and joy and laughter back into their own lives.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Liz Gallaspy

Liz Gallaspy

Therapist

Virtual • Union City, GA


“My goal is to create a nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Alecia Kidd

Dr. Alecia Kidd

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


I work with individuals, couples, and families facing relationship strain, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, and family conflict. I’m especially passionate about helping you better understand yourself and your patterns in relationships so you can create meaningful, lasting change in your everyday life.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Renete Washington

Renete Washington

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kennesaw, GA


Refined Beginnings Counseling takes the focus off of issues and highlights solutions. Refined Beginnings Counseling LLC supports an environment that is least restrictive, provides for confidentiality, and convenience by offering tele-mental health services in Florida and both tele-mental health and office visits to clients in Georgia.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Leroy Bryan

Leroy Bryan

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I'm direct, I'm warm, and I take the work seriously. You won't get rehearsed responses from me — you'll get someone who's genuinely invested in what moves forward for you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Gooding

Stephanie Gooding

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe therapy should feel like a place where you can be honest, understood, and supported—not judged or told what you "should" do.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kayte Hughes

Kayte Hughes

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My expertise in Performance Psychology was forged in the high-pressure world of elite athletes and top-tier professionals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Jennifer Dieu

Dr. Jennifer Dieu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“I strive to create a warm, supportive, and judgment-free space where you can feel heard and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shelley Northrup

Shelley Northrup

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Marietta, GA


“I am a trauma-informed, strength-focused therapist, with over 10 years of experience, who enjoys bringing humor and creativity in therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susel DE LA Cruz

Susel DE LA Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I specialize in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and use other mindfulness-based practices to help you increase your quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Letoria Bell

Letoria Bell

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My goal is to provide compassionate, culturally responsive, and high-quality care that meets clients where they are while helping them build the tools they need to move forward with confidence.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Ezell

Amanda Ezell

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Finding a therapist who understands your life should not require spending your sessions explaining or defending who you are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cassie Carroll

Cassie Carroll

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Hi! My name is Cassie. I am a licensed clinical social worker in both GA and SC. I am devoted to helping individuals grow and overcome their obstacles in life. I have worked with clients from all walks of life. I am able to work with anyone.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Chartia Byrdsong-Flowers

Chartia Byrdsong-Flowers

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Welcome, and thank you for considering me as a partner in your wellness journey! My therapeutic style is warm, gentle, and supportive, while also being direct and accountability focused. I believe meaningful change happens when compassion and honesty work together. In our time together, we will explore what’s getting in the way of your well-being and identify practical, sustainable ways to improve your daily functioning and overall quality of life.

With over a decade of experience in the mental health field, I bring a grounded, steady presence to the therapeutic space. I support clients through life transitions, emotional challenges, and periods of feeling stuck, always meeting you where you are while helping you move toward where you want to be. Therapy with me is collaborative, intentional, and centered on your goals, your values, and your lived experience. Together, we’ll work toward clarity, resilience, and growth at a pace that feels both supportive and empowering.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rebecca Loskoski

Rebecca Loskoski

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I'm a trauma therapist who works with children, adolescents, and adults, creating a warm, welcoming, and non-judgmental space...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Laura Kieling

Laura Kieling

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


I am an LCSW with a mission to untangle trauma and transform lives.

I've observed that many are unaware their struggles stem from unresolved childhood trauma. I focus on addressing core beliefs formed during these transformative years.

As I too struggled with unhealthy patterns of my past. Hitting rock bottom was my turning point. I immersed myself in retreats and inner child work, finding strength in spirituality. Healing myself and paying it forward to help others heal too.


LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ashley Foster

Ashley Foster

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I am a certified Dialectical Behavior Therapist and will use those skills to help you live a life of fulfillment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Eiesha Porter

Eiesha Porter

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I'm a warm and empowering therapist who believes in helping people find strength and confidence through life's challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Sandra Pascual

Dr. Sandra Pascual

Therapist

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“My approach to therapy is empowering, direct, empathic, open-minded, and infused with a healthy dose of humor.”
LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Georgia

Number of therapists serving Georgia
There are over 759 therapists in Georgia accepting new patients.
759+
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
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 47%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 4%Spanish
  • 1%French
  • 1%Portuguese
  • 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 80%Online only
  • 19%In-person or online
  • 1%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 80%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
  • 4%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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