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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 241 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.

Dr. Francis Nguyen

Dr. Francis Nguyen

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I consider it a true privilege to hear my patients' stories and partnering with them through the ups and downs of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Nadra DeMagnus

Nadra DeMagnus

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Using active listening skills, my approach to therapy is to give my client the time and safe space to share what emotional aches and pains they possess.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Andrew Hebert

Andrew Hebert

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


As a Licensed Professional Counselor with 25 years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside people from all backgrounds and stages of life. I believe every person carries unique strengths and the ability to grow, even in difficult seasons. My work centers on helping you recognize those strengths, reclaim your sense of control, and move toward a life that feels more grounded, confident, and authentically yours. Now Accepting Medicaid!

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Merian Carter

Merian Carter

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable, while also feeling secure.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Delores Morris-Becnel

Delores Morris-Becnel

Therapist

Virtual • Terrytown, LA


“I strive to create a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where each person feels heard, valued, and respected.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Charlotte Jones

Charlotte Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I'm a warm, compassionate therapist who believes therapy should be a place where you can be fully yourself without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sarah Bodden

Sarah Bodden

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe healing happens when clients feel emotionally safe, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Leonard Crider

Leonard Crider

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I use a blend of CBT, DBT, Schema Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Art Therapy, not because a long list sounds impressive, but because no single approach fits everyone.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Marilla Chapman

Marilla Chapman

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Core Values are one of the foundational components of the work I do. Exploring where core values come from, how thoughts interact with core values, and when adjustments to those core values are being considered can help us land in the current moment with a bit more clarity/compassion.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Transgender issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Brenna Jacob

Brenna Jacob

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I view therapy as a supportive space where you can better understand what's getting in the way of feeling like your best self.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 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
Halisha Anderson

Halisha Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Baton Rouge, LA


“Halisha's goal while working with individuals, couples, and families is to support them while they are prioritizing their needs and to create an environment that is welcoming and inviting.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 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
Lawana Mabry

Lawana Mabry

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I take great pride in meeting my clients where they are, while helping them get to where they are trying to go.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nina Taylor

Nina Taylor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 12 years of mental health nursing experience. I earned my Master of Science in Nursing from Herzing University. My areas of focus include mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, substance use disorders, and behavioral concerns.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Caroline DiPretore

Caroline DiPretore

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach to therapy is rooted in the belief that our stories and experiences shape who we are, and that by exploring them, we can create space for healing and growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Monique Washington

Monique Washington

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe that people have more insight into their circumstances than than they give themselves credit for.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Judy White-Jackson

Judy White-Jackson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Louisiana


“I begin by creating a warm, non-judgmental space where clients feel safe to share their stories at their own pace.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jessi Guillory

Jessi Guillory

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Eunice, LA


“I am committed to helping patients and helping finding solutions to whatever they are enduring, being reliable, practicing with integrity and empathy, and having compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 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
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
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
Crystal Ward

Crystal Ward

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My desire is for you to come to a point where depression, loneliness, and hopelessness are no longer controlling factors in your life...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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 6 insurance carriers
Carlene Kobe

Carlene Kobe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe in a collaborative approach, working closely with patients to create personalized treatment plans that incorporate medication management, psychotherapy, and lifestyle changes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 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
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 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ray Deblanc

Ray Deblanc

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I have experience working with individuals who are battling depression & anxiety, mood disorders, PTSD, bi-polar, schizophrenia, & thought distortions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristin Theard

Kristin Theard

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Lafayette, LA


“I'm here to create a safe, judgment-free space where you and your family can feel heard and truly fleurish.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ericka Lillis

Ericka Lillis

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I strive to create a safe space for individuals to feel heard, valued, and inspired in their personal growth and well-being journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Mallori Diez

Mallori Diez

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Leanne Jaffe

Leanne Jaffe

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Orleans, LA


“My approach is collaborative, warm, and practical. I focus on helping clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and patterns while also building tools they can use in everyday life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alysius Allen

Alysius Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Baton Rouge, LA


I graduated with a BS degree in Psychology at Louisiana State University. I have a Master's Degree from Southern University in Mental Health Counseling. I have over 27 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 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 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Groves

Nicole Groves

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My practice also serves as an affirming, nonjudgmental haven for individuals who often feel misunderstood in traditional clinical settings, including the LGBTQ+, polyamorous, and kink/BDSM communities.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Danielle Unger

Danielle Unger

Therapist

Virtual • New Orleans, LA


“I have experience working with LGBTQ+ clients and clients off different cultural, racial, ethnic, spiritual, and economic backgrounds.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 10 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
Bridget Suire

Bridget Suire

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Baton Rouge, LA


Greetings,

My name is Bridget Suire. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years experience in behavioral health. My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for all clients, including the LGBTQ+ community. Together we will explore the choices that clients can make to live their best life. The client is the driver, and I am the navigator. We will work together to improve your mental wellness and address anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stacy Lewis-Goins

Stacy Lewis-Goins

Therapist

Virtual • Harvey, LA


“I specialize in working with BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, People of Size, community activists, educators, and other frontline workers.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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

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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