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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Iowa
Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Iowa with 107 affirming, open-minded providers who offer culturally sensitive mental health support. Access virtual or in-person sessions with providers experienced in supporting gender identity, sexual orientation, and related mental health needs.
“Integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and trauma-focused care, our work will go beyond temporary relief.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I have an extremely personable touch to counseling. I believe in the therapeutic relationship being the strongest component of therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Energetic, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and focused on creating a space where you can be yourself without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My goal is to provide a supportive environment where clients feel empowered to create meaningful and lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe that we all have a need to feel truly heard and understood in a safe and supportive space.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My approach to treatment is first & foremost an "evidence based approach"... utilize a variety of well researched principles & techniques to assist you in moving towards the life you want.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I want therapy to feel like a space where you can be completely yourself without worrying about saying the right thing or having everything figured out.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I believe in developing a strong therapeutic rapport with my clients to ensure they are comfortable and feel safe throughout the therapeutic process.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Whether you’re dealing with a long-standing struggle or a new crisis, finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming. I offer a warm, safe, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel supported from the start. Whatever you’re carrying, we’ll work through it together and find a path forward that helps you feel better.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I strive to create a warm, supportive environment where you feel safe to be your authentic self, and I am committed to meeting you exactly where you are in your journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“You are not a diagnosis. Your experiences, relationships, values, strengths, history, and hopes all matter.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
I bring 16 years of experience to my work and genuinely love what I do. I’m passionate about helping people feel empowered, heal, and move toward lives that feel meaningful and authentic. I believe everyone has the capacity to heal—sometimes we just need a little support along the way. I live near the tri-state border and provide remote therapy to clients in Illinois and Iowa. An Iowa native, I spent about a decade living and working in Southern California and Phoenix before returning to the Midwest to be closer to my (now) husband and stepkids. Yes—I traded sunny San Diego for a snowy Midwestern winter in December!
In my practice, I strive to offer a safe, affirming space for women and LGBTQIA+ individuals. I specialize in supporting neurodivergent clients and those living with chronic illness or disabilities. I also bring personal understanding to this work, having benefitted from therapy myself as a bi woman with ADHD and physical disabilities.
I especially enjoy working with young adults navigating the many transitions of their 20s and 30s. This stage of life can feel overwhelming and uncertain, and I believe it becomes far more manageable—and meaningful—with the right support.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and insight-driven. I tailor therapy to each person's needs, helping you uncover patterns, build self-understanding, and create lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“The environment I create is warm and non-judgemental. I don't allow guilt or shame to own you or the conversation.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I bring a compassionate and collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring evidence-based methods like CBT, SFT, and trauma-informed care to fit each client's unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I have 15 years experience working with trauma. I love working with special populations, having military, adoption/foster care, and LGBTQ+ experience.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“Clients often describe my style as calm, collaborative, and steady — offering a supportive space to pause, reflect, and grow toward lasting balance.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“With over 38 years of experience, I've dedicated the last five years to specifically supporting clients as they navigate the challenges of anxiety and depression.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I've spent years sitting with the overlap most people get told to separate — your mental health, your disability or diagnosis, and your working life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I provide both therapy and psychiatric medication management, allowing your care to be more coordinated, personalized, and convenient.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe each person has to move at their own pace, one that is comfortable for them and allows to create trust with your therapist.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My practice centers on helping clients navigate the emotional complexities of trauma, anxiety, and reproductive mental health.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I combine medication management, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and functional medicine principles to address mental health comprehensively.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My background spans pharmacology research, clinical practice, leadership, and education, with an in-depth foundation in psychopharmacology.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I think everyone deserves a space to feel comfortable and validated and I hope to always provide this with my clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“Firmly dedicated to a holistic approach to mental health, focused on the evidence-based pharmacological treatment of Alcohol and Substance abuse disorder.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor & Neuropsychotherapist, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My style is warm, collaborative, and empowering. I take time to truly listen to my clients, educate them about their diagnoses and treatment options, and engage them as active participants in their healing journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I am a dual diagnosis therapist, focusing largely on substance use and mental health, with a specialty in trauma work.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I use a adaptive style of therapy with those i work with... the techniques and approaches I use depends on the individual I am working with and what their individual needs are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I especially enjoy working with marginalized people: differently abled, LGTBQIA populations, people of color, and financially challenged individuals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My nursing background has allowed me to care for individuals with a wide range of medical and mental health needs across various healthcare settings.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“She provides compassionate care for both physical and mental health needs, helping patients find practical solutions and regain balance in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I am committed to fostering positive change and growth in the lives of those I have the pleasure to support in the pursuit of living their best life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hi, I'm Brian. I specialize in helping with men's issues, anxiety, depression and relationships. I have experience working with individuals within the LGBTIQA+ community, Military/Veterans, and those who follow non-secular spiritual paths.
Life is a journey with many unexpected setbacks, life challenges and experiences. I am here to help you manage your journey. My practice is dedicated to providing quality mental health care to help people achieve goals or master skills aimed toward improving their quality of life. I've been practicing for 22 years.
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I provide a calm, nonjudgmental space where you can safely explore what's beneath the surface while also learning practical tools that create real, lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy should feel safe, supportive, and genuinely helpful—not intimidating or disconnected.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I specialize in working with concerns including social anxiety, panic disorders, PTSD, body image issues, women's concerns, parenting challenges, and young adult experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy should feel like a safe space where you can be honest, move at your own pace, and learn practical tools to help in everyday life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Much of my work aims to understand the underlying concerns that are causing stressful situations and maladaptive behaviors.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
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About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Iowa
Number of therapists serving Iowa
115+
Average years in practice
10 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 99%Anxiety
- 97%Depression
- 92%Stress management
- 90%Trauma
Insurances accepted
- 99%Aetna
- 93%Cigna
- 92%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 54%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
- 51%Curative
Languages spoken
- 98%English
- 5%Spanish
- 1%French
How they see their clients
- 97%Online only
- 3%In-person or online
Provider gender
- 82%Woman
- 18%Man
License types
- 41%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 30%Licensed Independent Social Worker
- 17%Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
- 7%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 3%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
- 99%Individual therapy
- 36%Family therapy
- 33%Couples therapy
- 15%Child or adolescent therapy
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