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LGBT therapists in Olathe, KS

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Olathe, KS

Headway helps Olathe residents access affirming mental health care from 127 licensed providers who create judgment-free spaces for exploring gender and sexual identity. With flexible scheduling, insurance coverage, and providers available within two weeks, quality care is within reach. Free consultation calls let you find your perfect therapeutic match.

Elijah Buchholz

Elijah Buchholz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • 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 11 insurance carriers
Sharaya Borjas

Sharaya Borjas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Olathe, KS


“I specialize in working with individuals and families struggling with personality disorders and other trauma related disorders...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sospeter Otieno

Sospeter Otieno

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 8.1 mi away • Overland Park, KS


“His vast experience is evident not just in his clinical decisions but also in his unwavering dedication to each individual who seeks his help.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Richard Presley

Richard Presley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7 mi away • Lenexa, KS


“I believe that your nervous system is the smartest thing in the room, as long as we can slow down enough to pay attention to what it is trying to communicate.”
LGBTQIA+, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Men's issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Bianca Simmons

Bianca Simmons

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.8 mi away • Overland Park, KS


“I believe that satisfactory therapeutic progress leads to liberation, which requires vulnerability, honesty, and feeling safe enough to be unfiltered.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Joshua Paszkiewicz

Dr. Joshua Paszkiewicz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • Overland Park, KS


“My approach integrates psychodynamic insight, existential reflection, and mindful awareness to elicit and support enduring clarity, growth, and the freedom to change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Casey Kapple

Casey Kapple

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.6 mi away • Overland Park, KS


“At the core of my work is a belief that healing happens best in the context of a trusting relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Deb Acers

Deb Acers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • Overland Park, KS


“As a certified play therapist, I offer children tools to process and express their emotions effectively.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nina McDaniel

Nina McDaniel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Overland Park, KS


“Small steps, one by one, this is my approach. Each week, I'll be here for you to celebrate taking a small step toward your goal, or to help you create a more supportive plan for next time.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
David Belt

David Belt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Leawood, KS


“David enjoys using a variety of approaches to meet his clients needs, including Internal Family Systems, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Dr. Lauren Thomas

Dr. Lauren Thomas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Kansas City, KS


If you’re feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, trauma, mood shifts, or ADHD symptoms and wondering whether medication could help, you’re not alone. I work with teens and adults navigating mood and anxiety disorders, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and stress-related challenges.

Clients often tell me they appreciate my mix of medical expertise and genuine compassion. With a background in both psychiatry and intensive medical care, I understand how closely the mind and body are connected. My goal is to make care accessible and consistent, which is why I offer flexible scheduling and telehealth appointments.

In our first sessions, we’ll review your history, clarify your symptoms, and determine whether medication is appropriate. If it is, we’ll build a treatment plan that feels realistic, evidence-based, and aligned with your goals and overall health.

Outside of work, I find balance through yoga, comedy, time with my dog, and enjoying sunny days — reminders that healing comes from both steady progress and moments of joy.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Aaron Pendergrass

Aaron Pendergrass

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Lawrence, KS


I earned the MSW from the University of Kansas in 2014. I have since engaged in a range of direct human and mental health service work; including in-home therapy with youth and their families connected to state child protective services; crisis therapy and case management in a short-term crisis stabilization facility; outpatient community mental health therapy including work with individuals, families or couples, and groups.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Frederick

Amanda Frederick

Therapist

Virtual • Lansing, KS


“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 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Rachel Hill

Dr. Rachel Hill

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“In our first session, my focus is on listening to your story and understanding your mental health challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kelle Carver

Kelle Carver

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I help clients reconnect to their inner knowing and learn how to tell the truth to themselves and others, maybe for the first time in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tiffany Blevins

Tiffany Blevins

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I am a licensed clinical social worker in Kansas, Colorado, Oklahoma, Iowa, North Dakota, Arizona and Idaho with over 20 years of experience working with adults struggling with difficult relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma and grief/loss.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Cheryl Headley

Cheryl Headley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


My name is Cheryl Headley. I have worked in several different mental health roles throughout my nursing career. I became a nurse practitioner two years ago and have since been treating chldren and adults with many different mental health needs.

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

Alexandra Vaoifi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“My approach is educational and holistic. In my experience, patients do better when they know how their medications work...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Caroline Tanui

Caroline Tanui

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


Hello, and welcome, my name is Caroline I know that choosing to seek mental-health support takes strength, and I want you to know that you will not face this journey alone. If you've ever felt like seeking Psychiatric care means meeting a busy, rushed provider who treats you like a diagnosis, I get it. Our world has a way of speeding up healthcare to the point where it's impersonal. I started my own practice to change that. I have experience with all levels of care from severe hospitalizations to routine medication refills. I am particularly passionate about anxiety and in helping my clients who tell me their "brains just won't turn off"...learn how to slow down.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Chad Carson

Chad Carson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


As a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, my goal is to create hope and help people to realize that together we can overcome whatever struggles they are facing. I specialize in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar, and LGBTQIA+ issues. I have been a nurse for 27 years, and I strive to show compassion and understanding to everyone who needs help.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Gillian DeLano

Gillian DeLano

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


I believe in meeting my clients where they're at. They are the expert in their own story. I'm just here to listen, help process, maybe challenge, and encourage them in their journey. I went to Newman University for my Master's Degree and went on to get my Clinical License. I have worked with varying populations including teens, adults, geriatrics, the prison population, couples counseling, and Christian Counseling. I enjoy working with people who have been through trauma or grief or have experienced anxiety or depression.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 4 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
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brannon La Force

Brannon La Force

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


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 5 insurance carriers
Leandra Desinord

Leandra Desinord

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


I believe therapy should be a space where you feel seen without having to over-explain yourself. My role is to help you reconnect with your strengths, deepen your relationships, and move through life with greater self-trust and ease.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Keane

Jennifer Keane

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I'm a trauma‐informed, neurodivergent‐affirming therapist and LGBTQIA‐ally who values autonomy, clarity, and emotional safety.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Natalia Kuzmina

Natalia Kuzmina

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


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 3 insurance carriers
Karen Gutherless

Karen Gutherless

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I am very person centered and will explore what is in the best interest of the person and or family's needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Vonzella Watson

Vonzella Watson

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My goal is to create a space where you feel respected, heard, and understood as we work together toward meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kristine MacWithey

Kristine MacWithey

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My style is calming, validating, and straightforward, and I tailor each session to what you need in the moment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
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 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Coleen Kidd

Coleen Kidd

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I believe making progress in the areas important to you begins by building a trusting relationship so we can work towards meaningful change collaboratively.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lorie Newton

Lorie Newton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Kansas City, KS


“I work with individuals, couples and LGBTQI+. I utilize many theories such as CBT, DBT, Reality, Holistic, Solution-Focused, multi-cultural approaches and integrative therapies to create a Person-Centered approach that will work individually with...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stephanie Hunter

Stephanie Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My great passion is bringing healing to people who have been through real life experiences, that directly or indirectly caused one trauma or a significant amount of stress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Hope Erickson

Hope Erickson

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I take an integrative approach to tailor therapy to meet your unique needs, rather than taking a one size fits all approach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Arti Dautenhahn

Arti Dautenhahn

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


Arti earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology from The University of Missouri at Rolla and his master’s in counseling from Webster University. Arti became a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2014. Arti has been working within the child welfare world for 24 years and has been part of almost every aspect of the system from preventative services to residential services to investigation of child abuse and neglect. Arti specializes in childhood trauma, trauma of all kinds, and family relationships.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 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
Katherine Brennan

Katherine Brennan

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I accompany my clients through the muddy waters of emotions and life circumstances toward greater clarity and new possibilities.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Maine

Laura Maine

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


Are you feeling overwhelmed by life or weighed down by past experiences? Whatever you’ve been through, you don’t have to face it alone. As a licensed clinical social worker specializing in PTSD, attachment, and family systems, I’m here to help you uncover your strengths, heal from trauma, and create meaningful change.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Allison Schulte

Allison Schulte

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


Allison L Schulte, LSCSW, is a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker who offers therapeutic services to adults, adolescents, and children experiencing depression, anxiety, cognitive impairments such as Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, personality disorders, grief and loss, significant stress, relationship difficulties, and other social or emotional concerns. She holds both undergraduate and master’s degrees in social work from Wichita State University.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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