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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.

Taylor Martin

Taylor Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I tailor each session to each individuals specific needs; everyone is unique and requires specific styles of therapy that works best for them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Michael Miller

Michael Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“While working with me, you will likely find that change flows naturally when you have professional support and effective tools.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Bethany LeBlanc

Bethany LeBlanc

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Orleans, LA


“As a therapist + birthworker, I support people through the full spectrum of reproductive health: pregnancy, postpartum, fertility, loss, sexual trauma, and transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gabriella Valentino

Gabriella Valentino

Therapist

Virtual • New Orleans, LA


“I incorporate EMDR, somatic awareness, and narrative work to help you move through what's stuck and integrate the parts of you that have been left behind.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shad Duplessis

Shad Duplessis

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience helping people, like you, to create meaningful change. I enjoy providing counseling to individuals, couples, and families. Some of my clients have reported feeling overwhelmed, stressed, sad, anxious, or stuck. I spent 14 years in long term and acute care inpatient and outpatient behavioral health settings and 11 years in neurological rehabilitation. I obtained my bachelor’s degree from the University of Louisiana and master’s degree from LSU.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ashleigh Smith

Ashleigh Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Baton Rouge, LA


“My approach is person-centered, meaning I believe you are the expert on your own life, and I'm here to provide support, insight, and tools tailored to your unique journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 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
Scott Klock

Scott Klock

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Metairie, LA


“My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and genuinely heard as we work toward the life you want.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kristina McCray

Kristina McCray

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Kristina's counseling style is warm and interactive. She believes in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Haley Wiley

Haley Wiley

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My therapy style is grounded in the belief of presence: the first step to any relationship/experience is to just show up.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brandy Cooks

Brandy Cooks

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tallulah, LA


“I am a dedicated and compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)... with a deep commitment to providing holistic, patient-centered care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Noble Barkley

Noble Barkley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Louisiana


“I feel that counseling is most effective when the client and the clinician connect in a way that encourages honest feedback and empowerment for the client.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Mary Nunnery-Williams

Mary Nunnery-Williams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Baton Rouge, LA


“My expertise in play therapy allows me to connect with children and adolescents in a meaningful way, using therapeutic play techniques.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christine Rykiel

Christine Rykiel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Louisiana


“I practice from a philosophy of empowering my clients to achieve balance with their mental and emotional health and to maintain healthy boundaries that support their well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Alora Cleere

Alora Cleere

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Baton Rouge, LA


“I firmly believe that my clients are the experts in their healing journey, and I am there to provide guidance and support.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Norman Quintero

Dr. Norman Quintero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Dr. Emmanuel Paul

Dr. Emmanuel Paul

Therapist

Virtual • New Orleans, LA


“My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 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 10 insurance carriers
Yasmine Gallien

Yasmine Gallien

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe therapy should feel like a safe, honest space where you can show up as you are while being gently challenged to grow.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alicia Harper

Alicia Harper

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. Counseling modalities that I use include cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, brief solution-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kacey Ardoin Billiot

Kacey Ardoin Billiot

Therapist

Virtual • Baton Rouge, LA


“My counseling style is empathetic and relational. I believe everyone deserves to be heard and treated with mutual respect.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Victoria Townsend

Victoria Townsend

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My aim is to create an environment that feels safe, grounded, and focused on real meaningful growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 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
Caitlin Miller

Caitlin Miller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Shreveport, LA


“I believe in an equal and collaborative relationship which is achieved in a safe and nonjudgmental environment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamitra Pannell

Tamitra Pannell

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I provide services to individuals and couples who identify as being part of a racial, gender, sexual, or relationship minority group.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Delarious Stewart

Dr. Delarious Stewart

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My therapeutic approach is primarily rooted in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). CBT is a well-established and evidence-based approach that focuses on identifying and modifying negative thought patterns and behaviors.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ann-Elyse Karam

Ann-Elyse Karam

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I strive to create a welcoming and warm space where clients feel safe to explore the deepest parts of themselves free from judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Rhonda Davies

Rhonda Davies

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is warm, supportive, and solution-focused, and I believe therapy works best when clients feel heard, respected, and comfortable being themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
John Zufall

John Zufall

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My communication style tends to be laid back, which utilizes a person-centered approach that is collaborative with my clients during therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 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
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
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 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bruce Steinberg

Bruce Steinberg

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


If you've been carrying the weight of addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges, and behavioral addictions (such as pornography), you don't have to figure it out alone. Throughout my career, I've worked with individuals facing some of life's most difficult challenges, from active addiction and recovery to anxiety, depression, and complex trauma. I believe meaningful change is possible when therapy is grounded in honesty, practical solutions, and a strong therapeutic relationship.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Cinnamon Davis

Cinnamon Davis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Orleans, LA


“My goal is that you blossom into the healthiest version of yourself and thrive in all aspects of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
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
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
Dr. Lanz Banes

Dr. Lanz Banes

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe change begins with a strong therapeutic relationship. I prioritize creating an environment where clients can feel comfortable showing up as they are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 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
Emily Caulkins

Emily Caulkins

Therapist

Virtual • Ville Platte, LA


“Therapy is a wonderful tool that can help us to navigate the harder times in life... To reset, redefine, and heal.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 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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