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LGBT therapists in Lake Charles, LA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Lake Charles, LA

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Lake Charles with 240 affirming mental health providers who understand your unique experiences. Access virtual or in-person sessions with providers experienced in supporting gender and sexual identity concerns, with many offering free consultations to find your perfect fit.

Kiley Cedotal

Kiley Cedotal

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My style is warm, respectful, and nonjudgmental, creating space for you to explore your experiences openly and honestly while building tools that feel realistic and sustainable.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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
Amanda Anderson

Amanda Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I have a background in trauma-informed care, religious trauma, LGBTQIA+ affirming care, Veterans, caregiver support, and elder care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Georgia Verret

Georgia Verret

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • LaPlace, LA


“My approach to care is compassionate, collaborative, and centered on you as a whole person—not simply a diagnosis.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Matt Miller

Matt Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Welcome to my page! I enjoy working with people to help them live happier, more fulfilling lives. I’ve worked in a variety of settings with a diverse range of clients and welcome people from all walks of life. I promise to give my best to each individual, starting with a thorough assessment and creating a detailed treatment plan guided by their needs. My counseling mantra is 'Nobody cares what you know until they know that you care."

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Melissa Blackson

Melissa Blackson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and able to show up as you are without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Miranda Martin

Miranda Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to create a warm, open-minded space where you can show up as you are and begin taking manageable steps toward change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darlene Kelly

Darlene Kelly

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I am an open-minded listener who gives the client a voice to express themselves during therapy sessions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Caroline Wegener

Caroline Wegener

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“If you are a high schooler, busy college student, or grad student struggling with chronic overthinking, academic stress, or general anxiety, you do not have to navigate it alone.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janell Brown

Janell Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Bossier City, LA


“I strive to promote a warm environment where one can quickly feel accepted, not judged, heard, and validated.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brandi Thomas-Scott

Brandi Thomas-Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I have over years of counseling experience, specializing in grief, bereavement, trauma, and PTSD. My journey in this field has given me a deep understanding of the complexities involved in processing loss and trauma. I am passionate about providing compassionate support to individuals navigating their unique experiences, and I approach each client with empathy and respect.

I believe in creating a safe space where you can share your thoughts and feelings openly. My goal is to empower you to explore your emotions, gain insights, and develop coping strategies tailored to your needs. Together, we can work through the challenges you face and support your healing journey.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dejion Hughes

Dejion Hughes

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I firmly believe that true healing is an active, internal process, and my role is to provide the safe space and tools necessary for you to uncover your own resilience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Mary Lasseigne

Mary Lasseigne

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“For the past 12 years as a social worker, I've supported adults dealing with depression, anxiety, substance use, and severe mental illness.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jamarcus Reed

Jamarcus Reed

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I believe in taking a holistic approach when providing treatment to individuals and families.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Bracely Williams

Bracely Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Sessions are collaborative and down-to-earth we'll explore your thoughts, emotions, and relationships while building skills you can actually use between sessions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Brian Wise

Dr. Brian Wise

Therapist

Virtual • Metairie, LA


“I strive to honor your values, culture, and lived experience so you feel respected, understood, and empowered throughout our work together.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Passion Rhodes

Passion Rhodes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Prairieville, LA


“My approach to care is patient-centered, evidence-based, and collaborative, focusing on holistic assessment, individualized treatment plans, and building a trusting therapeutic relationship to support long-term mental wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Christi Hunter-Brown

Dr. Christi Hunter-Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Baton Rouge, LA


“I believe healing is about more than symptom reduction. It's about rediscovering your strengths, restoring hope, improving relationships, and creating a life that aligns with your values and purpose.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Karla Wilburn

Karla Wilburn

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is interactive and integrative, blending evidence-based practices with a deep respect for your lived experience, values, and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
John Morgan

John Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My style is nonjudgmental, encouraging, and collaborative, with a focus on building insight, strengthening coping skills, improving communication, and creating clear steps toward lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Louise Handley

Louise Handley

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Hello, thanks for stopping by. I’m here to offer a calm, compassionate space where you can finally start to feel understood. I know life can be complicated, especially when you're navigating Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, or Autism. My goal is to help you (or your child, age 5+) manage these challenges and discover a path toward feeling more at ease and confident.

What Makes Working With Me Different? My journey to becoming a counselor didn't start in an office; it started the day I was born. Growing up as one of eleven children, I was fortunate to have many siblings with special needs—including siblings with Autism, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety and Learning Disabilities. This taught me something invaluable: true, deep patience, kindness, and compassion.

For over 20 years, I honed this understanding as both a High School Counselor and Special Education teacher.

Since I offer teletherapy only, you can start your journey to feeling better from the comfort of your own home. Our first session together is simple: it’s all about getting to know each other. We’ll talk about what brought you here, your goals, and what a "good day" looks like for you. It’s a low-pressure conversation where you can feel safe and heard.

Ready to Connect?

I truly care about helping you feel your best, and I’ve got the patience and experience to see you through it. If you’re ready to start finding that inner calm, I encourage you to reach out.

Schedule a session or schedule your FREE 15 minute Consultation.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Duwanna Burse

Duwanna Burse

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I help you slow down, understand what's beneath your stress, and build tools you can actually use in daily life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Julia Pham

Julia Pham

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Louisiana


“I work collaboratively to create a supportive space where you can explore your inner world and come to understand yourself more deeply.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tanya Brandy

Dr. Tanya Brandy

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe every person possesses strengths that can be used to overcome obstacles, heal from difficult experiences, and create a more fulfilling life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Corrie Minges

Dr. Corrie Minges

Therapist

Virtual • Grand Isle, LA


“My humanistic, collaborative style helps you uncover strengths, build resilience, and develop practical tools.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sophia Hritz

Sophia Hritz

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe that healing and growth happen within a safe, trusting relationship, and I work collaboratively with clients to build on their existing strengths, resilience, and insight.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Authur Carr

Authur Carr

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I think clients will always be able to identify that they were fully seen and heard in their session.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Porter

Jonathan Porter

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I bring over 10 years of experience helping individuals navigate anxiety, feelings of depression, relationship challenges, and struggles with self-esteem through insight-driven therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melanie James

Melanie James

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I strive to create a safe, open, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and emotions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Victoria Pipkins

Victoria Pipkins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Shreveport, LA


I’m Victoria, I’m a mother, single-parent who has been through it all and am very relatable. I have been in the mental health field for 20 years and I am very passionate in making sure I meet all your needs. I treat a wide range of mental health conditions from ADHD to Schizophrenia and I am equipped with the expertise and experience to safely manage your needs.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Wytika Beard

Wytika Beard

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My passion lies in helping clients strengthen their resilience, increase self-confidence, enhance emotional wellness, and develop healthy coping strategies that promote lasting well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dallas Day

Dallas Day

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“I'm a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who believes people deserve real solutions to real problems, not a one-size-fits-all plan.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
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 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
BriAnn Williams

BriAnn Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe therapy should feel like a real, supportive conversation — not something overly clinical or intimidating.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
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 7 insurance carriers
Anthony Bundy

Anthony Bundy

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kelli Means

Kelli Means

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My counseling style is welcoming and conversational. I am known for being upfront and honest always and blunt when needed...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Bart Liles

Bart Liles

Therapist

Virtual • Jonesboro, LA


I believe everyone needs help from time to time.

I specialize in evening and weekend appointments. Later appointments are available, please request your needs.

I am a friendly goal-oriented therapist who believes strongly in positive self-reinforcement. I have a Master's degree from La Tech University with a background in private practice for over 20 years. I am Licensed in Louisiana and Texas as a professional counselor. I am also Licensed as a marriage and family therapist in Louisiana.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Teresa Maxwell

Teresa Maxwell

Therapist

Virtual • Gonzales, LA


“I'm passionate about play therapy and creating a calm/safe atmosphere for children to feel heard and validated...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Bradley

Elizabeth Bradley

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I strive to create a place of warmth and acceptance. I also know how important and healthy it is to laugh and celebrate accomplishments.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Lake Charles, LA

Number of therapists serving Lake Charles, LA
There are over 239 therapists in Lake Charles, LA accepting new patients.
239+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 95%Stress management
  • 89%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 96%Cigna
  • 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 42%United Healthcare
  • 41%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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  • 78%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 Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 44%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy

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