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LGBT therapists in Schaumburg, IL

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Schaumburg, IL

Schaumburg's LGBTQIA+ community deserves affirming mental healthcare. Headway connects you with 781 licensed providers experienced in supporting gender and sexual identity journeys. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, with many providers offering free consultations and flexible scheduling.

Dominique Rodriguez

Dominique Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm a no bullshit human and therapist - to have access to my energy, I ask for you to be real, direct, no fluff, no bullshit.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Edward Pagella

Edward Pagella

Therapist

Virtual • Plainfield, IL


“I am a very motivating type of counselor who is solution focused. I am very open minded and affirming.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kathryn Klee

Kathryn Klee

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“After you share your story with me know that I will always support and empower you in a nonjudgmental safe space.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon Chien

Shannon Chien

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi there! My name is Shannon, and I am a licensed marriage and family therapist passionate about working with relational dynamics of all shapes and sizes. I am particularly invested in helping clients navigate differences in expectations of intimacy, responsibility, and accountability. While neurotypical, I have extensive experience making space for neurodivergent voices in and out of the therapy room. Born in the US and raised in Taiwan, I provide therapy services in both English and Mandarin.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Amy Traynham Feragen

Amy Traynham Feragen

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I was born and raised in Montana and have a genuine passion for nature and the outdoors. I received my Bachelors in Psychology at Montana State University in 2001. I then pursued my Masters of Social Work degree and graduated in 2008 from the University of Montana. This graduate program had a focus on providing a social justice and integrated practitioner perspective. I have an eclectic style that can be tailored to each unique individual. My primary therapeutic methods include Mindfulness Based, Holistic, Exposure, Narrative, Cognitive and Behavioral, Strengths Based & Solution Focused Therapies. I provide a non-judgmental and compassionate environment that often helps people feel comfortable. A true passion of mine is structuring therapeutic activities for clients to express, process, increase self-awareness, and de-stress from life’s challenging and developmental experiences.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hsiang-Hua Wang

Hsiang-Hua Wang

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I work with high-functioning adults who look like they're managing life well on the outside but feel anxious, burned out, or emotionally drained inside.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bianca Conner

Bianca Conner

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I don't believe in one-size-fits-all care—instead, I work collaboratively with you to create a plan that truly reflects your needs, preferences, and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Justin Gravely-Strayhorn

Dr. Justin Gravely-Strayhorn

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


A lot of men arrive in therapy through anger, because it is often the only feeling they were ever given permission to have. If that is you, or if the anxiety has been running underneath everything for years, or if something happened to you that you have never said out loud, you are in the right place. I'm Dr. Justin D. Gravely-Strayhorn, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I earned my Master of Social Work from Campbellsville University and my Doctor of Education from Liberty University. I work with adults on anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, relationships, and the particular weight men carry when they have been taught that handling it alone is the same thing as being strong. Culture is part of that conversation, not separate from it. What shaped you, what was expected of you, and what it costs to keep performing being fine all belong in the room. My approach combines evidence-based therapy with compassion, cultural awareness, and a holistic view of wellness. I believe growth happens when we feel seen, supported, and empowered to rewrite our stories.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jessica Ruiz

Jessica Ruiz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to provide a supportive space where you can build confidence, reconnect with yourself, and feel more comfortable becoming the person you want to be.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Laura Santos

Dr. Laura Santos

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a bilingual, Puerto Rican, therapist with a passion for serving LGBTQ+ individuals and relationships, as well as immigrant populations.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charlotte Manyitabot

Charlotte Manyitabot

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and dementia, using a supportive and empathetic approach to create a safe space for healing and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Vincent Henneburg

Vincent Henneburg

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm passionate about helping people understand themselves better, build meaningful and lasting relationships, and feel more in control of where they are headed.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brittany Fromm

Brittany Fromm

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I offer a supportive, collaborative therapeutic space where clients can explore concerns, gain insight, and develop practical coping strategies.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sara Figueroa

Sara Figueroa

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My focal point is ALWAYS meeting my clients where they are at in life and not where I would like them to be as this is their journey, not mine.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
James Brower

James Brower

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I create a space that feels warm, relaxed, and real. Clients often tell me they feel comfortable opening up with me.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alicia Ali

Alicia Ali

Psychologist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


My name is Alicia Ali. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over a decade of experience in my field. I enjoy working with people of color and members of the LGBTQ+ community as they navigate life’s challenges and rediscover their best self. I specialize in helping clients manage work/life stressors, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Jana Davis

Jana Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Clients can expect different perspectives, ways to reduce (or sometimes clear) painful past experiences...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dario Zamorano

Dario Zamorano

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe therapy can be an expansive and fluid space: a place to pause, feel, and reconnect to your own wisdom and capacity for change...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamara Whittleton

Tamara Whittleton

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Starting therapy can feel intimidating, but you don’t have to figure things out alone. I’m Tamara Whittleton, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adults navigating stress, anxiety, depression, and major life changes. I focus on creating a supportive environment where clients feel comfortable talking openly while developing practical strategies for growth and healing

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Darrick Melton

Darrick Melton

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I work to establish a therapeutic environment so that clients know that they have a safe space to be themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Chelsea Butler

Chelsea Butler

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


If you're carrying the weight of depression, anxiety, or a past you haven't been able to fully

process, you don't have to figure it out alone. With more than five years as a Licensed Clinical

Social Worker, I work with adults and seniors who are ready to make sense of what they've been

through and start moving toward the life they want to build.


I have a particular passion for working with people navigating mood disorders like bipolar disorder,

trauma and PTSD, and the kind of emotional challenges men often face but rarely talk about. I also

work with couples who want to strengthen their connection before things fall apart.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ronald Sumpter

Ronald Sumpter

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is supportive, honest, and engaged, with a focus on helping you feel safe enough to explore difficult things while also building tools that help you move forward.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Leah O'Brien

Leah O'Brien

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Ms. O'Brien is integrative in her treatment approach, often combining cognitive-behavioral, emotion-focused, and motivational interviewing approaches.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rebekah Luiten

Rebekah Luiten

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello! I am a Master's Level Clinical Therapist with over 4 years of experience counseling. I have a wide variety of clinical experiences from a clinic for teenagers with dangerous behaviors, to private practice in a wealthy suburb. My training and research has focused on trauma, complex family dynamics, anxiety, and neurodivergence (ADHD and autism).

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Iva Andonovska

Iva Andonovska

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“In our sessions, we will work collaboratively on identifying and removing barriers to healing and healthy habit formation.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
EC Kissner

EC Kissner

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi, I’m E.C. Kissner Art Therapist | Creative Consultant + Career Coach for Arts + Innovation Entrepreneurs — If you’re someone who feels accomplished on the outside but stretched thin on the inside, you’re in the right place. Many of the people I work with are navigating burnout, transitions, stress, uncertainty about next steps, or a sense that life’s moving faster (or slower) than they can keep up with. You might want clarity, balance, and a way to turn insight into real-world change .... I specialize in creating a judgmental space that allows for both professional development & general life as well as mental health questions to unfold. — respectful of your identity, personal cultural context and lived experiences, while supporting you in moving from contemplating goals to moving them forward. Life imitates art so the trajectory to present will always be fully customized & right sized for your needs, working style and personal preferences.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rebecca Villegas

Rebecca Villegas

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a warm-hearted, witty soul, deeply passionate about mental health advocacy, working with people in understanding their minds, behaviors, hearts, and the overall human experience we live day by day.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
KC Caldwell

KC Caldwell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is personable, solution-focused, and holistic. Together, we'll create space to process your experiences, develop practical tools, and help you move forward feeling lighter and more empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, PTSD, Stress management
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
JoDana Varilek

JoDana Varilek

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach to counseling is that it's a learning process where respect and trust are built to develop a partnership between the therapist and client.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rachel Kalina

Rachel Kalina

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Clients often describe me as approachable, practical, and easy to talk to. Therapy should be a collaborative process, and I strive to create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself without fear of judgment. My style balances support with practical problem-solving, helping clients gain insight while also developing strategies they can use in everyday life. Above all, I want you to feel heard, understood, and supported as we work toward your goals together.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Trevor Cavness

Trevor Cavness

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe care works best when it's a true partnership. We'll talk openly about what's going on, explore different options together, and build a plan that feels right for you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Portia Adams

Dr. Portia Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Peoria, IL


Educational background includes the following:

  1. Licensed in Illinois and New York State.
  2. Specialize in psychodynamic psychotherapy.
  3. Skilled at individual, couples and group work.
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hannah Schnucker

Hannah Schnucker

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is warm, collaborative, down-to-earth, and with a sprinkle of humor, so you can feel comfortable being yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. David Reetz

Dr. David Reetz

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“In our work together, I will not ask you to complete worksheets, talk about breathing or the importance of mindfulness.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Thalia Tikka

Thalia Tikka

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Therapy can be a radically liberating process, and I believe our personal and inner healing work is part of the larger social justice movements we participate in for our mutual liberation.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taylore Mountain

Taylore Mountain

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am passionate about working with couples and individuals to improve communication, as I believe poor communication is often the root of many of our problems.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Charlene Mabins

Charlene Mabins

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is open-minded, supportive, and collaborative. I'll take the time to understand your experiences and what matters most to you rather than assuming there is one approach that works for everyone.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Jalloh

Angela Jalloh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in seeing the person behind the diagnosis and walking alongside you toward healing and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Monica Stout

Dr. Monica Stout

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I provide comprehensive evidence-based, holistic healthcare utilizing both psychopharmacology and psychotherapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Joi Haynes

Joi Haynes

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and imposter syndrome, focusing on women of color, teens, and queer-identifying individuals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of Schaumburg, IL

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Schaumburg, IL
There are over 35 therapists in Schaumburg, IL accepting new patients.
35+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Stress management
  • 97%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 91%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 97%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • 91%Cigna
  • 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 74%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 9%Spanish
  • 3%Yoruba
How they see their clients
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  • 97%In-person or online
  • 3%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 77%Woman
  • 23%Man
License types
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  • 43%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 40%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 9%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 9%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 31%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy

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