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LGBT therapists in Lexington, KY
Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Lexington, KY
Lexington's LGBTQIA+ community deserves providers who truly listen. Headway offers talk therapy and medication management from empowering providers across the city, with sessions you can schedule within two weeks and the support you need to thrive.
I'm a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals and couples through times of challenge, transition, and growth. My work is trauma-informed and grounded in therapies that are supported by research and guided by a recovery-oriented model—meaning I believe in your capacity to heal, grow, and lead a life that aligns with your values.
I specialize in evidence-based psychotherapy such as:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
- Integrated Behavioral Couples Therapy (IBCT)
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
I received my undergraduate degree at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and my Master’s in Clinical Social Work from the University of Chicago, where I was trained in evidence-based, client-centered approaches to mental health.
In life the most important aspect is the relationship we have with ourselves and others. As a mental health therapist I believe healing happens through connection, understanding, and feeling truly heard. I help individuals navigate the effects of trauma, strengthen relationships, and develop the tools needed to create lasting emotional well being in a warm, nonjudgmental environment.
I’m Dr. Michelle S. McBride, DNP, PMHNP-BC, MBA, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive mental health care. I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Rush University in Chicago, IL. Before obtaining my doctorate, I was a board-certified psychiatric registered nurse, gaining extensive experience across various clinical settings, including inpatient psychiatry, psychiatric emergency services, community behavioral health, and forensic psychiatry (jail-based care).
I am experienced, confident in treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including:
- Schizophrenia & Schizoaffective Disorder
- Eating Disorders
- Psychosis
- Major Depressive Disorder
- Personality Disorders
- ADHD
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- PTSD
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
- Bipolar Disorders
- Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD)
- Intermittent Explosive Disorder (IED)
Hi, I’m Jessica, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I provide compassionate, personalized mental health care in a supportive and judgment-free environment. My approach is collaborative and centered on understanding your unique needs, experiences, and goals. Together, we’ll create a thoughtful treatment plan to help you feel your best and improve your overall well-being.
I'm originally from New York City I've had personal and professional relationships with all cultures I believe for a therapist to help a client he must use love
Counseling for me is about companionship! Companions are with you through the good and the not-so-good. The most important thing in counseling is creating a relationship where people can feel and think how they want to about their experience within the relationship because whether we are stepping in the right or wrong direction we are ever growing and changing. Everyone perceives life through a different lens. Biological, physiological, and environmental variables influence those perspectives in different domains of people’s lives. All ages with: Anxiety, Depression, Addictions, Schizo and Mood Spectrum, Paraphallic, and Trauma.
Hello. I am a LPCCS, TCADC, NCC, QMHP, and QIDP. I love and enjoy working with people. I am person centered and believe in Hope. I have worked in mental health for over thirteen years. I am EMDR and SIPS certified. I have been trained in CBT Cognitive Behavioral Therapy by the CBT Beck Institute. If you want to start making changes in your life, I am the therapist for you. I will work with you and meet you where you are.
About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Lexington, KY
- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 100%Anxiety
- 98%Depression
- 91%Stress management
- 87%Relationship issues
- 99%Aetna
- 95%Cigna
- 93%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 55%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
- 100%English
- 1%American Sign Language
- 1%Hindi
- 1%Russian
- 1%Spanish
- 88%Online only
- 12%In-person or online
- 76%Woman
- 23%Man
- 1%Non-binary
- 47%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 36%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 10%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 2%Licensed Psychologist
- 99%Individual therapy
- 41%Family therapy
- 25%Couples therapy
- 19%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right LGBTQ-friendly therapy provider for you
Headway makes it easier to connect with affirming therapists who understand your identity — from finding the right therapist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing an LGBTQIA Therapist in Lexington
Finding LGBTQIA+ therapists in Lexington starts with identifying care that is affirming, informed, and relevant to your needs. You may want support related to identity, relationships, family dynamics, anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life changes. As you compare therapists, look for profiles that mention LGBTQIA+-affirming care, affirmative therapy, gender-diverse experience, or training related to transgender and gender-expansive care. These details can help you find a therapist whose background aligns with what you want to discuss.
Lexington has a growing mental health care community, but affirming therapists may be fewer than general therapy options in some parts of the area. Virtual appointments can expand your search beyond offices near your home, campus, or workplace while still keeping care accessible. As you narrow your options, review whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers appointment times that fit your schedule, and provides a free phone consultation. Reading bios closely can show how each therapist describes their style, experience with LGBTQIA+ populations, and approach to care.
Therapy in Lexington can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you search for LGBTQIA+-affirming therapists, verify your insurance, and see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before you book. You can compare therapists by specialty, availability, appointment format, and insurance fit, then book directly when you’re ready.
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