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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Lenexa, KS

Headway connects LGBTQIA individuals in Lenexa with 132 affirming, open-minded providers who understand gender and sexual identity experiences. Access virtual or in-person sessions with therapists experienced in supporting your mental health journey, with many offering free consultations and availability within days.

Annie Handley

Annie Handley

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each client. I also offer EMDR to address painful memories and the lingering effects of trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristy Weeks

Kristy Weeks

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I am very strengths-based, so I love to work from the current resources that you have and build upon those.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Aliah Mestrovich Seay

Dr. Aliah Mestrovich Seay

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 15 years of clinical experience. I work with clients with a wide range of concerns and identities including but not limited to: depression, anxiety, relationship issues, neurodiversity (ADHD and Autism), and other developmental disabilities, vocational stress, chronic illness, women’s issues, infertility and disability-related work and school-place barriers. I have experience working with individuals from historically underrepresented underserved communities, international clients, interracial couples and families, women, immigrants/refugees as well as the LGBTQIA+ community.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Bethany Vroom

Bethany Vroom

Therapist

Virtual • Overland Park, KS


“I believe creating a personally meaningful existence is the ultimate goal and precursor to happiness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Hope Baier-Cannon

Hope Baier-Cannon

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“It is important that you feel comfortable with me as your provider. Connection is key and is essential for your success.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tracye Valentine

Tracye Valentine

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I believe in listening to clients and providing them life-long tools for their behavioral and mental health success.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Susan Polino

Dr. Susan Polino

Psychologist

Virtual • Kansas


“My goal is to create a safe therapeutic space in which clients feel comfortable discussing their current concerns and personal history.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jennifer Kendall

Jennifer Kendall

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


Hey there! I'm Jennifer, the therapist you want if you're looking to understand yourself in a greater and more profound way. Self-love and growth are my passions. I want to hear what you're going through and together finding a way toward experiencing the life you desire. I'll create the space where it's safe for you to just be yourself- without judgement!

I have a Master of Counseling Psychology from Avila University, and licensed in both MO & KS. Therapist since 2014.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Elijah Buchholz

Elijah Buchholz

Therapist

Virtual • Olathe, KS


Hello! My name is Elijah and I have been a licensed therapist for almost 20 years. I specialize in Anxiety/Panic treatment, Couples/Marital Counseling, and am strongly LGBTQ allied. I would love to connect and discuss more about your needs. I come from a Deaf family and am fluent in American Sign Language.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Karen Sekler

Karen Sekler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wichita, KS


“I use a strong foundation of evidence-based practices to support individuals in navigating life's challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sydney Humphrey

Sydney Humphrey

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I want you to be comfortable in your own skin, as your own person, and it is my mission for all people to develop a genuine Love for SELF.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jennifer Munroe

Jennifer Munroe

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My approach is nurturing, supportive, and grounded in the belief that positive change happens when people feel accepted, safe, and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Daniel

Michelle Daniel

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


For 30 years, I've worked inside schools alongside children and adolescents — as a social worker, an advocate, and someone who genuinely understands how young people think, struggle, and grow. I know what anxiety looks like in a middle schooler. I know how ADHD shows up in a classroom. And I know that the kids and families who need support deserve to get it without spending years trying to find relief.

I'm a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker — a credential I earned in November 2025, after raising two kids of my own while completing every requirement along the way. It took longer than I planned. I wouldn't change it. That experience shapes how I show up for every client.

I hold a Master's in Social Work from the University of Kansas and work as both a school social worker and a therapist, giving me a perspective on young people and families that's grounded in their real, daily lives.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Madison Meyerson

Madison Meyerson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wichita, KS


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Kansas. I have experience working with law enforcement, a strong history of assessing individuals in an active mental health crisis, and conducting individual, couples, and group therapy.

Please do not schedule on Headway. To schedule go to my website Madisontherapyco.com and book an appointment there.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Christina Mikesell

Christina Mikesell

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“You will have a relevant homework assignment, often in the form of journaling or self-assessment to show areas of growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Ott

Andrea Ott

Therapist

Virtual • Lawrence, KS


“I strongly believe you are the expert in yourself and your experience, and it is my job to work collaboratively with you on your healing journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brannon La Force

Brannon La Force

Therapist

Virtual • Wichita, KS


I have been a counselor for more than 30 years. I remain passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and believe that genuine caring is an essential element to an effective counseling relationship. Over the years I have worked with clients with significant trauma and loss. I consider it a privilege to stand with another individual as he or she resolves great pain. I specialize in treating clients with trauma, relationship issues, and borderline personality disorder.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kimberly Adams

Kimberly Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My approach is deeply compassionate and tailored to each person's unique journey, with expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, stress management, and self-esteem concerns.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Carol Adams

Dr. Carol Adams

Psychologist

Virtual • Lawrence, KS


“I am predominantly a psychodynamic psychotherapist. I also work with patients with cognitive behavioral therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Alyssa Young

Dr. Alyssa Young

Therapist

Virtual • Mission, KS


Alyssa is an African American and Mexican American biracial woman who takes great pride in her diverse heritage. She is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist and is currently a PhD candidate at Antioch University New England (AUNE). Alyssa is deeply passionate about advancing mental health support for Black and Latino/a/x communities and is dedicated to addressing the unique challenges they face. On a personal level, she loves spending quality time with her family and friends.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Sharon Wilburn

Sharon Wilburn

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I bring years of experience working with people who have faced deep emotional pain, including military populations and clients recovering from long-standing trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, PTSD
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Alexius Carter

Dr. Alexius Carter

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“A client will always feel that I was 100% engage in the session and walk away feeling heard and validated.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amanda Frederick

Amanda Frederick

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I have been successful in developing therapeutic relationships with people from a wide range of backgrounds, using culturally competent counseling techniques.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nicoline Edie

Nicoline Edie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Leawood, KS


“I believe nobody should have to struggle alone--I am here to accompany you on this journey towards mental wellness!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Tiffany Castleman

Dr. Tiffany Castleman

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I believe in creating a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly and collaboratively work towards your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ravi Starr

Ravi Starr

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“After our first session, you will have learned one concrete skill that you can use in your everyday life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Zachary Kyle

Zachary Kyle

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


Hello! My name is Zachary! I am happy you visited my profile. Before you begin browsing, I just want to say you are strong and you have incredible power in you to journey towards healing. I believe in your success and your potential.

I received my Bachelor of Arts at Goshen College and my Master of Social Work at Andrews University. I am a LCSW in Indiana, LISW-S in Ohio, and a LSCSW in Kansas.

I have experience in care management and facilitation, providing counseling to juveniles on probation, delivering therapy to those who have been court ordered, doing home-based clinical services, implementing and administering Family Centered Treatment© to families, hospice social work, community mental health, certified clinical behavioral health clinics, conducting counseling to geriatric and SPMI populations, as well as telehealth.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kaisey Braun

Kaisey Braun

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I strive to create that same safe and supportive space for my clients, knowing firsthand how transformative it can be.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brandi Starks

Brandi Starks

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Lawrence, KS


You’re the one who usually has everything under control, but lately, the "strong" version of you feels like a mask that’s getting too heavy to wear. Whether you’re a mother wondering why you feel detached from the life you worked so hard to build, or a parent exhausted by the cycle of ADHD-related challenges—you don’t have to carry this alone.

I provide a warm, judgment-free space where you can stop surviving and start thriving. My approach is patient-centered, trauma-informed, and evidence-based, tailored to move you toward a life where you feel present, connected, and capable.

I specialize in:

  • Perinatal & Maternal Mental Health: Navigating the "new reality" of motherhood.
  • High-Achieving Professionals: Managing burnout, perfectionism, and "mental load."
  • Neurodiversity-Affirming Care: Supporting parents and children navigating ADHD and behavioral hurdles.

Why Work With Me?

I offer a "cozy" office experience in Houston, TX, and convenient virtual care across 7 states ( DE, FL, GA, IA, KS, MT, and TX). My goal is to make mental health easy, accessible and relatable.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ana Liza Scully-Skinner

Ana Liza Scully-Skinner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Augusta, KS


“My practice is informed not just by evidence-based research, but by my own lived experiences of joy and hardship, allowing me to offer a truly compassionate, nonjudgmental space.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
John Iglesias

John Iglesias

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“Just as therapy helped me during pivotal moments in my life, I want to help my clients find the same support, healing, and personal growth that therapy gave me.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lindsay Powelson

Lindsay Powelson

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I work with adults who may be functioning well on the outside while privately feeling anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in painful patterns, or affected by experiences from the past that still show up in the present.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Alexa Wright

Alexa Wright

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I offer a warm, compassionate, and collaborative approach to therapy, meeting you with care wherever you are on your journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kathryn Sullivan

Kathryn Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I specialize in treating C-PTSD, focusing on the present and helping you heal relational wounds while building a healthier connection between your mind and body.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kristina Lampe

Kristina Lampe

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


If you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by life's challenges, you are in the right place. I’m Kristi Lampe. I obtained my M.Ed and am a Iicensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC). My passion is to help teens and adults break through the barriers holding them back. Whether you are navigating the heavy fog of depression, the constant noise of anxiety, or the profound pain of trauma and grief, I am here to help you find your footing.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dianna Obermueller

Dianna Obermueller

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“The experiences we carry, especially the hard ones, shape how we see ourselves and how we show up in our relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
MJ Willis

MJ Willis

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


Are you tried of doom scrolling? Do your days feel impossibly long? Is it hard to get out of bed? If so, it might be time to consider therapy. Sometimes, having someone walk alongside you with care and intention can help you reconnect with yourself.

Let's start with a 15-minute consultation today.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Emma Unruh-Dawes

Dr. Emma Unruh-Dawes

Psychologist

Virtual • Kansas


My name is Dr. Emma Unruh-Dawes and I’m a licensed clinical psychologist. I have been practicing for 6 years under supervision and I recently received my license to practice independently. I earned my PhD at Oklahoma State University where I specialized in suicide prevention and depression. From there, I completed my residency at The Ohio State University where I specialized in PTSD, suicide prevention, and women’s behavioral health. Currently, I am completing my fellowship at The Ohio State University where I am working purely in research. Currently, I am accepting clients that wish to address PTSD and trauma, women’s health issues such as postpartum depression and anxiety, traumatic birth experiences, fetal loss and miscarriages, etc., as well as clients experiencing suicidal thoughts and behaviors, and mild to moderate depression and anxiety. I can offer a variety of evidence based treatment options including Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD, Prolonged Exposure for PTSD, Brief Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Suicide Prevention, Behavioral Activation for Depression, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety and Depression, the Unified Protocol, Concurrent Treatment of PTSD and Substance Use Disorders Using Prolonged Exposure (COPE), and Brief Psychodynamic Therapy.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Infertility
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kayla Schuster

Kayla Schuster

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


I hold a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, a Master of Science in Health Service Administration, and a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition. My education and professional experience in mental health, health care, and nutrition offer a depth and breadth of experience that enables me to view the whole person holistically.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christina Zivec

Christina Zivec

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I believe therapy should be a safe and affirming space where you feel truly seen and heard, especially if that hasn't always been your experience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Lenexa, KS

Number of therapists serving Lenexa, KS
There are over 133 therapists in Lenexa, KS accepting new patients.
133+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 96%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 93%Trauma
  • 89%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 88%Cigna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 66%Ascension
  • 53%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 4%Spanish
  • 2%French
  • 1%American Sign Language
  • 1%Russian
How they see their clients
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  • 84%Online only
  • 16%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 77%Woman
  • 22%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 37%Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker
  • 28%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 18%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Nurse Practitioner
  • 12%Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist
  • 5%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 35%Family therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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