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LGBT therapists in Baton Rouge, LA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Baton Rouge, LA

Baton Rouge's LGBTQIA+ community deserves affirming mental health support. Headway connects you with 246 licensed providers who offer open-minded, warm care through talk therapy and medication management. Sessions are virtual or in-person, with many accepting insurance to keep costs low.

Joannie Sparks

Joannie Sparks

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Charlotte Jones

Charlotte Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is collaborative and practical. We are not just talking through what is hard. We are figuring out what actually helps and building something that fits your real life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Kevin Planchet

Dr. Kevin Planchet

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach to therapy is to first give the client the space to say everything they've been holding back for years.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Margaret Brace McKellar

Margaret Brace McKellar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Orleans, LA


“My approach is relational, trauma-informed, holistic, and includes a focus on mind-body connections.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Karen McGillivray

Karen McGillivray

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I specialize in depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I have specialized in addiction, working with senior citizens transitioning to their new life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Eddie St-Vil

Eddie St-Vil

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I needed someone who could truly understand me—someone who looked like me, understood my background, and could help guide me from struggle to strength.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Adam D'Arensbourg

Adam D'Arensbourg

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe building rapport with the client is super important. I change up my techniques depending on what we need in session.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Virginia Peden

Virginia Peden

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mandeville, LA


“My approach integrates trauma-informed somatic psychology, attachment theory, and interpersonal neurobiology, which means we're not just talking about problems—we're working with your nervous system, your relational patterns, and your capacity for...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Norman Quintero

Dr. Norman Quintero

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“He integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with humanistic principles to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while also feeling deeply heard, respected, and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shevonte Lewis

Shevonte Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Hello,

I am a proud LGTB member that is flexible with my approach to assist with a variety of mental health barriers.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. LaTronna Hill

Dr. LaTronna Hill

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe healing is not one-size-fits-all, and I take a personalized, strengths-based approach to support each client's unique journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Stephen Baker

Dr. Stephen Baker

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I generally work with adult populations and have over ten years of experience working with the following client concerns: Major depressive disorder, general anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, personality disorder concerns, stress management,...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Crystal Scott

Crystal Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe therapy should be more than a place to vent — it should be a space to rebuild, realign, and rise stronger.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Leonica Riley Erwin

Leonica Riley Erwin

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I support Black Women and other people of color who are navigating trauma, anxiety, burnout, and identity shifts with a culturally affirming, trauma-informed approach that centers your truth and restores your power.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jocelyn Chavez

Jocelyn Chavez

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“As a proud queer Hispanic therapist, my passion is to work with LGBTQAI+ and Hispanic individuals through tough life experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Reed

Andrea Reed

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lafayette, LA


“My approach to therapy is empathetic, nonjudgmental, and solution-focused, with an emphasis on building trust and rapport.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Raymond Bowen

Raymond Bowen

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


If you're reading this, there is a chance that you need an outlet, a safe space, as you're carrying more than you allow others to see. Is it worsening depression, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or stress? Maybe life itself has become exhausting, relationships feel harder than they should, or you're navigating seasons of change that has left you lost, disconnected, or uncertain. Whatever it is, I offer a safe space with warmth and compassion with the ease of not having to figure it out alone.

You deserve a chance to heal, persevere, and overcome obstacles that hinder you from your best self. One of bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story, truth, no matter how it looks. I look forward to being apart of your journey.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Alejandra Salinas

Alejandra Salinas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Orleans, LA


“I believe everyone has the potential to heal, and therapy can be a great tool to uncover supportive strategies to help you thrive.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Erika Lowman

Erika Lowman

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is humanistic and insight driven, adapting evidence based models to meet each client's specific needs and preferences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Parsons

Kimberly Parsons

Therapist

Virtual • Covington, LA


“I am a psychodynamically trained therapist who will help you explore the deeper patterns, emotions, and experiences shaping your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ronny Smith

Ronny Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Hey, I'm Ronny with Conscious Alliance Counseling. I'm a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in providing neurodiversity-affirming, culturally responsive, and queer-affirming therapy for LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, Autistic, and ADHD individuals.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Mary Tobias

Mary Tobias

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Hello! I am Mary Tobias and honored to work with you on embracing who you are and where you want to go on this journey. I am a Marriage and Family Therapist/Counselor that specializes in assisting clients learn how to relate better to yourself and others. I am able to work with all socioeconomic statuses, ages, races, and anyone who has experienced any sort of mental health challenges. I the times on my schedule do not fit into your schedule, message me and I will try to accommodate when possible.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tamiko Gay

Tamiko Gay

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“As a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I feel mental health is the foundation for happiness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Gill Jasmine

Gill Jasmine

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I provide a warm, nonjudgmental space where we work together to work and process through things like anxiety, depression, stress, or major life transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dana Duet-Champagne

Dana Duet-Champagne

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I am certified in EMDR therapy which provides a deeper layer of work than traditional talk therapy alone can provide.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ashley Bailey

Ashley Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Therapy saved my life. That experience birthed my passion to help others who find themselves struggling with life's challenges. Social anxiety, depression, work issues, grief, relationships- can really throw us for a loop sometimes. I specialize in helping adults with depression, anxiety, and life changes. I am trained in EMDR for the treatment of trauma-related symptoms.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tunisia Nelson

Tunisia Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have a MSW in social work and a BA in Psyhcology with a minor in African American studies. My educational background and career include extensive work with transitional age youth, teens, children and families and other disenfranchised populations.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jaci Mosby

Jaci Mosby

Therapist

Virtual • Baton Rouge, LA


“I strive to create a space that feels both supportive and authentic, often incorporating warmth, softness, and appropriate humor to help clients feel comfortable, connected, and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tamara Ewert

Tamara Ewert

Therapist

Virtual • Shreveport, LA


“Therapy is a safe space where every single part of you is welcome, even the parts that are difficult to share.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Melinda Ensley

Melinda Ensley

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“The relationship b/w feelings, thoughts & behaviors is crucial to understanding issues affecting life & relationship success.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alfonso Holmes

Alfonso Holmes

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Instead of just learning to live with your symptoms, we work to process the emotional pain at its source.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Lacoste

Melissa Lacoste

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I have a passion for connecting and helping people reach balance, direction, and live a more fulfilling life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Jillandra Rovaris

Dr. Jillandra Rovaris

Psychologist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to create a supportive, empowering space where clients feel heard, valued, and equipped with the tools for lasting growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Frances Marley

Frances Marley

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I pay close attention to the emotional patterns, relational themes, and subtle cues that often reveal what words haven't reached yet.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Keith

Jennifer Keith

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I use an existential lens in therapy, which focuses on exploring identity. I enjoy teaming up with a client to use the right combination of science and philosophy and shadow work to find your own unique life patterns.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Michelle Medina

Dr. Michelle Medina

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“I am particularly passionate about supporting LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities, recognizing the importance of cultural competence in mental health care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Jamie Gaskin

Jamie Gaskin

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I'm casual, approachable, and not the stereotypical "prim and proper" therapist. I don't expect perfection, and I don't sit silently judging.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Natalie Ambrose

Natalie Ambrose

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Metairie, LA


“As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Alix Tarnowsky

Alix Tarnowsky

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I bring a deep understanding of the challenges faced by those in helping roles—whether you're a healthcare worker, first responder, therapist, educator, or anyone whose profession asks you to hold space for others.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karen Valteau-Williams

Karen Valteau-Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My main goal for my clients are to build resilience, restore confidence, and transform pain into growth...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Baton Rouge, LA

Number of therapists serving Baton Rouge, LA
There are over 243 therapists in Baton Rouge, LA accepting new patients.
243+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 94%Stress management
  • 88%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 95%Cigna
  • 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 42%United Healthcare
  • 42%Oxford
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 2%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 83%Online only
  • 16%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 21%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 42%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 33%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 14%Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
  • 8%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 45%Family therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy
  • 20%Child or adolescent therapy

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