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LGBT therapists in Lafayette, LA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Lafayette, LA

Finding an LGBTQIA+-affirming therapist in Lafayette is easier with Headway's extensive network of warm, empowering providers trained in gender and sexual identity exploration. Many clients save up to 75% on sessions through insurance coverage.

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 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ciara Pemberton

Ciara Pemberton

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe that therapy works best when it feels like a real, supportive conversation-I listen, and I don't judge.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Trejon Brignac

Dr. Trejon Brignac

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“My overall goal is to provide education, pharmacologic treatment, and non-pharmacologic strategies to help patients reach optimal functioning allowing them the best patient outcomes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Roger Kolker

Roger Kolker

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I am here to work alongside you as you rediscover your strengths and step into the leadership role of your own life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Wilson

Emily Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“After our sessions I want you to feel more in control of your own life and ready to face any struggles.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Chelsea Cooper

Chelsea Cooper

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Covington, LA


“In our work, trauma will no longer define us. You are in control of the entire process and I am here to hold space with you and be the helping force along the way.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 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 4 insurance carriers
Keife Earley

Keife Earley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“I combine medication management, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and functional medicine principles to address mental health comprehensively.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lee Wingate

Lee Wingate

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I have a Masters degree in Professional Counseling and am credential by The National Board of Certified Counselors. My professional background is in trauma recovery and forensic psychology, meaning I have approached trauma on from both ends of the spectrum. There is little I haven't seen or heard clinically. This allows me to remain open minded, and has given me the knowledge and experience to provide a safe, supportive space for exploration.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Steven Hayes

Steven Hayes

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I provide a safe, nonjudgmental, and culturally affirming space where clients can explore their emotions, develop new coping strategies, and work toward healing and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Charnell Brooks

Charnell Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“As a mother of three and a woman who has navigated my own personal and professional challenges, I bring not only clinical expertise but also real-life insight to every session.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 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+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Tucker

Robert Tucker

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is rooted in traditional, evidenced-based therapeutic interventions, but I also believe healing can be creative, expressive, and deeply personal.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kendall Blumenthal

Kendall Blumenthal

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I have experience working with clients in the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, eating disorders, trauma, and substance using a variety of approaches to support you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Alexandra Holt

Alexandra Holt

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I am passionate about helping clients make changes in their lives, and achieve their goals through support, clinical skill, and a genuine working relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Florence Brooks

Florence Brooks

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Monroe, LA


“People describe me as down-to-earth and kind. I am passionate about mental health and want to help you on your journey towards holistic well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Lewis-Williams

Andrea Lewis-Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My experience includes working with adults and adolescents who have dealt with ADHD, depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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 1 insurance carrier
Megan Howard

Megan Howard

Therapist

Virtual • New Orleans, LA


“I have been a therapist for the last ten years almost exclusively working with trauma and complex PTSD.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie Lynn

Katie Lynn

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation for meaningful progress, and I prioritize building a safe, trusting space where you feel heard and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Hicks

Brittany Hicks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Shreveport, LA


“My approach is warm, engaging, and collaborative. Therapy with me is conversational and active — we reflect on patterns, build insight, and practice practical tools.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ryan Martin

Ryan Martin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Orleans, LA


“Clients can expect to enter a warm, supportive, non-judgmental space where they are free to explore the successes and challenges of life...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Brooke Ferguson

Brooke Ferguson

Therapist

Virtual • Lake Charles, LA


“I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their feelings, thoughts, and experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tasha Fortenberry

Tasha Fortenberry

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Feeling empowered as you develop a new awareness about the capacity for holistic growth in understanding your mental health which is NEVER a stigma.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Erica Berkowitz

Erica Berkowitz

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My hope is that after every session you have something tangible to take away such as a new skill or insight about yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Stephanie Timpe

Stephanie Timpe

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to empower you with practical, positive coping skills so you can feel more grounded, capable, and in control of your daily life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jen Seltzer

Jen Seltzer

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach to psychotherapy gives particular attention to the mind-body connection and the impact of medical conditions on interpersonal functioning.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eric Brown

Eric Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Orleans, LA


“Working from a perspective that is Humanistic and Mindfulness informed, I help people develop a connection with the inner guidance that is our natural source of healing and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamiko Brown

Tamiko Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Baton Rouge, LA


When I think of myself as a Counselor, I envision providing unconditional positive regard and "Good Old Fashion" Southern Louisiana Hospitality to clients. Based on the client's individualized needs, I practice the eclectic approach to guide them through the healing process.

I am Tamiko Brown, a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in Anxiety, Depression, and Spiritual Counseling. As a native of Bunkie, LA, I mostly enjoy serving others. I received a BS in Psychology with a minor in Chemistry and Biology and a Masters of Arts in Mental Health Counseling from Xavier University of Louisiana.

Ralph Waldo Emmerson quoted, "What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us." It would be my honor to serve you on your quest to discover that within you and help guide you on your journey through the healing process.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Shavez Pinestraw

Shavez Pinestraw

Therapist

Virtual • Baton Rouge, LA


“As a Black male, I know how hard it can be to open up, especially when the world expects you to always have it together.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Melinda Ensley

Melinda Ensley

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
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
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 8 insurance carriers
Jenn Vigue

Jenn Vigue

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Orleans, LA


“I bring a highly relational approach to our work, characterized by warmth, authenticity, transparency, and a genuine human connection.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamie Sonnier

Jamie Sonnier

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to provide a healing space for you to help you begin the work towards creating your own restorative, mind-body-soul connection.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Patricia Stout

Patricia Stout

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“You will learn how to rewrite your story from within your own consciousness so that you can live it out in a new way in the world and in your relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mandy Culbreath

Mandy Culbreath

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Whether you're facing burnout, navigating recovery, or exploring how your past has shaped your present, I offer a grounded, compassionate space where you don't have to have it all figured out to start.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sarah Zell

Sarah Zell

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I am committed to helping clients develop and maintain better relationships with their friends, neighbors, family members, and co-workers.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mary Claire McNair

Mary Claire McNair

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Hi, I'm Mary Claire. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing virtually in both Florida and Louisiana. For the the past 25 years I've supported individuals in reclaiming their joy.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Lafayette, LA

Number of therapists serving Lafayette, LA
There are over 238 therapists in Lafayette, LA accepting new patients.
238+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 95%Stress management
  • 88%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 96%Cigna
  • 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 43%United Healthcare
  • 42%Oxford
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 1%Spanish
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 87%Online only
  • 13%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 21%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 40%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 35%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 13%Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
  • 8%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 1%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 43%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy

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