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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Iowa
Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Iowa with 125 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.
“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 take a directive approach in counseling, guiding my clients through the process to make it easier for them.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Welcome! My name is Melanie and I am the own of A Mindfulness Practice LLC. I earned my MS in Counseling with a concentration in mental health at NOVA Southeastern University in 2019. I have experience working with adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance abuse. My work with adolescents includes depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, and sexual identity.
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
As a fully licensed therapist for 4+ years Ashley has had experience working with a wide range of clients. Recently she has begun to focus on women's health, ADHD and those with addiction issues.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“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
“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
“My main goal is to provide a safe space for you to talk what about whatever you need to talk about without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I look at therapy as us going down a river in a boat together. You are driving the boat, and I am helping you figure out how to get around obstacles and deal with rough water.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I specialize in supporting individuals with bipolar disorder, offering tailored approaches to help manage mood swings, enhance emotional regulation, and create lasting stability.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My goal is for my clients to be able to explore and accept all parts of themselves so that they can discover their unique tools that they can always access for lifelong personal growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Compassionate Medication Treatment Provider for Youths, Adults, & LGBTQ+
I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who specializes in helping individuals heal from mental health challenges. I partner with my clients to develop plans of care that address their specific needs & goals. I work with a wide range of simple & complex mental health conditions which include but are not limited to substance use disorder, depression, anxiety, bipolar, schizophrenia, nightmare disorder, insomnia, ADHD, OCD, etc.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, 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 3 insurance carriers
“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 specialize in sexual issues and mental health, across the life span, with an emphasis on healing from sexual trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I offer medication management with supportive therapy in a safe, compassionate, and warm space where you are heard and valued.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My hope is that clients will walk away from sessions feeling supported and cared for, with a compassionate and growing self-awareness...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 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
“I use approaches that honor your experiences while supporting your recovery. I am trained specifically in trauma-focused approaches, including creative modalities and EMDR...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
“My work draws primarily on cognitive behavioral therapy, including CBT-I, a specialized behavioral treatment for insomnia that is more effective than medication for long-term sleep problems.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I view the therapeutic alliance as a partnership requiring mutual trust, respect, honesty, communication, and commitment to do the work.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I provide an open, non-judgmental, compassionate, and warm environment. I want each and every patient to know their concerns are being addressed.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I offer support while also gently challenging you to reflect and grow in ways that feel meaningful to you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“My goal is to provide person centered empowering evidenced based interventions that allows for individuals to feel hopeful and heard.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I believe that healing and personal growth occur within the context of safe, trusting relationship with both oneself and with others.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Relationship issues, Trauma
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I am passionate about working with my clients to promote self-reflection, develop self-compassion and clarity, improve relationships, and achieve a balanced life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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“I believe in working together with my patients to reach their health goals for mental wellness and vitality.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I am a good listener and warm compassionate therapist who utilizes evidence-based practices to promote healthiness and happiness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I take a person in environment approach and will walk along side you on a journey of self-discovery and healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
I am strongly committed to supporting my clients on their journey toward healing and personal growth. My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, compassion, and a deep respect for each person's individual process.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy should feel like a place where you can finally exhale, a space where you do not have to perform, explain away your feelings, or pretend you are okay when you are not.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My approach is person-centered and holistic, honoring you as a whole person rather than a diagnosis.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I tend to view experiences in terms of how it alters the brain functioning and use approaches that heal the impact of those experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Grief or loss
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
“My style is warm, conversational, and collaborative. I want therapy to feel approachable and grounded...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 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 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is compassionate and practical, providing a safe, non-judgmental environment to explore your strengths and build tools for the life you want.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I have a compassionate approach to my work with clients. I find this to be an extremely efficient and effective way to promote healing and change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I view therapy as a central part of an overall wellness plan, one that honors the interconnectedness of mind, body, and environment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach to mental health care is a combination of traditional psychiatry and integrative health practices...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“Sessions focus on exploring what matters most to you, building on your strengths, and developing tools to create steady, lasting change that feels realistic and sustainable in daily life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“Each session we spend together may have a different focus but my intention is for you to feel heard and understood every time we meet.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Iowa
Number of therapists serving Iowa
125+
Average years in practice
10 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 99%Anxiety
- 97%Depression
- 93%Stress management
- 91%Trauma
Insurances accepted
- 99%Aetna
- 94%Cigna
- 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 44%Curative
- 41%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
Languages spoken
- 99%English
- 5%Spanish
- 1%French
How they see their clients
- 97%Online only
- 3%In-person or online
Provider gender
- 84%Woman
- 14%Man
- 2%Non-binary
License types
- 38%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 30%Licensed Independent Social Worker
- 18%Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
- 8%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 4%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
- 99%Individual therapy
- 37%Family therapy
- 36%Couples therapy
- 18%Child or adolescent therapy
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