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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Kentucky

Find culturally competent mental health support in Kentucky with Headway's network of 180 licensed providers experienced in LGBTQIA care. Sessions are flexible, confidential, and often covered by insurance, allowing you to focus on your wellbeing without worrying about costs.

Dan Beasley

Dan Beasley

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


I work with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, panic, depression, grief, identity concerns, and major life transitions. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, emotionally exhausted, or unsure how to keep carrying everything on their own.

My approach is affirming, trauma-informed, and grounded in practical tools. I aim to create a space where you feel safe, respected, and supported as we work toward greater calm, clarity, and stability. Therapy with me is collaborative, compassionate, and focused on helping you move forward in ways that feel meaningful and sustainable.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mickey Lewis

Mickey Lewis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Franklin, KY


“My focus in counseling is to assist individuals and families to become the best version of themselves that they can be.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ayse Darnell

Ayse Darnell

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I am a Half-Turkish LPCC-S who specializes in EMDR, cultural diversity, anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA+ concerns, alternative lifestyles, and neurodivergent populations.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brandi Dunn

Brandi Dunn

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My goal is to provide a warm, supportive space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered as we work toward meaningful and lasting change together.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Nadai

Nicole Nadai

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My approach is warm, nurturing, and client-centered. I integrate evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness to help you build insight, regulate emotions, and develop practical tools for everyday life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Russell (Russ) Price

Russell (Russ) Price

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My approach is casual but also rooted in science... graduated from a rigorous Psychology program rooted in the science of Cognitive Behavioral Theory.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lindsay Avis

Lindsay Avis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Bowling Green, KY


“My goal is to partner with each person I see, working together to build thoughtful, effective treatment plans that reflect their needs, values, and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Stephanie Krawec

Stephanie Krawec

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


I became a therapist because I believe our struggles deserve to be understood, not just fixed. Too often, people come to therapy feeling like a problem to be solved or a checklist to work through, and that's exactly what I want to push back against. My goal is to help you feel more human, not more clinical.

I earned my Master's in Social Work from Northern Kentucky University in 2014 and hold a certificate in ADHD treatment. I work with adults navigating ADHD, depression, anxiety, and substance use disorder, and I bring both professional training and personal familiarity to these areas. I know this stuff isn't abstract. It shows up in real life, in real ways, every day.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Shana Kench

Shana Kench

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I believe therapy should be a space where you feel supported, understood, and empowered to grow—at your own pace and in your own way.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jacqueline Boardman

Jacqueline Boardman

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I have been in the field for more than 10 years, where I have had the privilege of assisting and supporting people from all walks of life as they heal and overcome life's struggles and stressors.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rodney Helton

Rodney Helton

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My approach to therapy is grounded in creating an open, affirming, and emotionally safe environment where you can share your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Angela Hale

Angela Hale

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I offer a relaxed, judgment-free space where you can talk openly, work through challenges, and discover tools that actually fit your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Sarah Wells

Sarah Wells

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I have training in trauma treatment modalities including EMDR and trauma-focused cognitive therapy with adults.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Summer Sievert

Summer Sievert

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Bowling Green, KY


“My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and overcome barriers that prevent you from reaching your fullest potential...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Donna Birney

Donna Birney

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I see therapy first and foremost as a relationship. I want to get to know you, meet you where you are today and help you get to where you want to be.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Niara Eans

Niara Eans

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“Utilizing experiential therapy approaches and techniques allows long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions to be uncovered and improved.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ellis Graham

Ellis Graham

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“Think of therapy with me as a collaborative adventure. I believe in meeting you where you are, with no judgment and plenty of warmth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Shari Cassler

Shari Cassler

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


Feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or stuck in patterns that no longer seem to work? Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, a major life transition, chronic health concerns, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself, you don't have to go through it alone.

For more than 20 years, I have had the privilege of walking alongside children, adolescents, and adults through some of life's most difficult seasons. My mission is simple: to restore hope, foster healing, and support meaningful personal growth. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered as we work toward the life you want to live.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Laura Wafer

Laura Wafer

Therapist

Virtual • Lexington, KY


“With a focus on mental health struggles, LGBT issues, and substance abuse, I work collaboratively with clients...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Angela Aaron

Dr. Angela Aaron

Psychologist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I am a guide. You are the expert on you. I can teach you lots of coping skills and tools to take on the many challenges life throws our way.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Panic disorders
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Kennedy

Elizabeth Kennedy

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I spend the first session trying to get to know the individual I am working with as much as possible.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer Burgin

Jennifer Burgin

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I strive to be different than other therapists and will go above and beyond to customize therapy just for you...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kendall Turpin

Kendall Turpin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Lexington, KY


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.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Amanda McIntosh

Amanda McIntosh

Therapist

Virtual • Paducah, KY


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.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Caroline Perino

Caroline Perino

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I like using humor and honesty to connect with my clients and create an environment that feels safe to dive deep into the things that have been troubling you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Victoria Serrano

Victoria Serrano

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


Having over 25 years of hands on experience with a variety of clients, I am comfortable working with just about anyone who is ready and willing to look at new perspectives. During our time together, you will feel safe, understood, and empowered.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Levin Manabat

Levin Manabat

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based, integrating trauma-informed care with therapies tailored to your unique goals and experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Tracye Valentine

Tracye Valentine

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“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 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jenn Bishop

Jenn Bishop

Therapist

Virtual • Lexington, KY


“My ideal client is those who feel stuck and overwhelmed by the weight of life and are burdened by negative core beliefs that make it hard to see their own worth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Michelle McBride

Dr. Michelle McBride

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kentucky


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)
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kimberly Millanti

Kimberly Millanti

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


Hello! I am Kimberly, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in KY, ID, and FL. I enjoy reading, nature, and traveling for fun. I pride myself on being genuine and easy to talk to. I am open-minded and non-judgmental. I believe that therapy should be treatment and not spinning our wheels while getting nowhere. I want to help you feel better. As your therapist I will teach you skills and help you understand yourself better so that you can become happier! I look forward to working with you to help meet your needs. My schedule is flexible so you may message me to request a time outside the shown availability

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Candace Cooper

Candace Cooper

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“When you work with me, the goal is to enhance your quality of life and reach your fullest potential.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Helena Lear

Helena Lear

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My approach is spontaneous and client-centered, focusing on acceptance, validation, and creating a space where you can be your authentic self.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Krystal Pfeiffer

Krystal Pfeiffer

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


Hi, I’m a therapist who believes healing doesn’t have to feel stiff, awkward, or like you’re sitting in a room being judged by someone holding a clipboard.

My style is warm, down-to-earth, and often sprinkled with humor—because sometimes we need to laugh so we don’t fall apart, and sometimes we just need to laugh while we’re putting ourselves back together.

I specialize in working with people who don’t fit neatly into one diagnostic box—folks with dual diagnoses, complex histories, depression that doesn’t budge easily, and the “I’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t help” crowd. If you’ve been called “a lot,” “too much,” or “hard to treat,” you’re exactly my kind of person.

What therapy with me feels like:

Safe, supportive, and human—not clinical and cold

A place where you can be messy, honest, sarcastic, or quiet

Collaborative, with plenty of gentle challenge when you need it

Rooted in evidence-based strategies, but delivered in a way that feels real and doable

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dillon Espinosa

Dillon Espinosa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Louisville, KY


“My goal is to help clients gain the necessary skills to help regulate their emotions outside of therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jan Rudd, Lmft

Jan Rudd, Lmft

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Louisville, KY


“I understand how deeply these challenges can impact your life, as I've navigated similar paths myself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Angie Luttrell

Angie Luttrell

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“As an integrative holistic therapist, I collaborate with my clients to assist them in determining what tools are best suited for them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicholas Prior

Nicholas Prior

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


I received my masters degree in clinical mental health counseling from Xavier University in 2020, but have been working in the mental health field since 2016. My professional background in foster care treatment has helped me form a foundation for trauma treatment.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Erin Doherty Copeland

Dr. Erin Doherty Copeland

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My approach is primarily existential-humanistic while utilizing evidence-based therapies that are the most effective for the specific disorders or symptoms with which the individual presents.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Cowann Owens

Dr. Cowann Owens

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“Dr. Owens believes that if you have a dream, you're never too old to accomplish it unless you are dead.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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