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LGBT therapists in Metairie, LA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Metairie, LA

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Metairie with 225 affirming, open-minded therapists who understand your unique experiences. Access virtual or in-person sessions with providers experienced in gender identity, sexual orientation, and relationship concerns. Many sessions are covered by insurance, with patients saving an average of 75%.

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
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
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
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 10 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
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 9 insurance carriers
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
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
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 3 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
Drice Tippit

Drice Tippit

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach to therapy is integrative, drawing from a range of evidence-based modalities to best support each individual's unique needs, goals, and life experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Corine Brown

Dr. Corine Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I'm Dr. Corine Brown (aka Dr. C’MA), a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a doctorate in social work, and I've spent over 15 years working with people through trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, burnout, and big life changes. I work with adults and elders - I love helping people who are tired of just coping and want to feel more like themselves again. People often come to me for help with trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, self-esteem, relationship struggles, stress and sleep problems, and questions about identity, sexuality and who they're becoming.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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
Brandi Starks

Brandi Starks

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Prairieville, LA


You’re the one who usually has everything under control, but lately, the "strong" version of you feels like a mask that’s getting too heavy to wear. Whether you’re a mother wondering why you feel detached from the life you worked so hard to build, or a parent exhausted by the cycle of ADHD-related challenges—you don’t have to carry this alone.

I provide a warm, judgment-free space where you can stop surviving and start thriving. My approach is patient-centered, trauma-informed, and evidence-based, tailored to move you toward a life where you feel present, connected, and capable.

I specialize in:

  • Perinatal & Maternal Mental Health: Navigating the "new reality" of motherhood.
  • High-Achieving Professionals: Managing burnout, perfectionism, and "mental load."
  • Neurodiversity-Affirming Care: Supporting parents and children navigating ADHD and behavioral hurdles.

Why Work With Me?

I offer a "cozy" office experience in Houston, TX, and convenient virtual care across 7 states ( DE, FL, GA, IA, KS, MT, and TX). My goal is to make mental health easy, accessible and relatable.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Abbi Pruitt

Abbi Pruitt

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I provide safe and non-judgmental spaces for you to share your experiences and explore new ways of coping with life's challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 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
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 10 insurance carriers
Heather Howard

Heather Howard

Therapist

Virtual • Shreveport, LA


Sometimes life feels overwhelming not because of one big moment, but because the stress, worry, and emotional weight have slowly built over time. Anxiety, depression, family conflict, trauma, or major life changes can leave you feeling disconnected from yourself and the people you care about most. You don't have to navigate those challenges alone. I partner with individuals and families experiencing anxiety, depression, family issues, LGBTQIA+ concerns, and trauma so they can strengthen relationships, build resilience, and create a greater sense of peace in their everyday lives. Working with children, adolescents, adults, and families, I strive to create a warm, supportive environment where every person feels safe, respected, and empowered to grow.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Frank Joseph

Frank Joseph

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“The most important tool we use in the therapeutic process is communication and developing a level of trust, support and empathy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 7 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
Kierra Cooks

Kierra Cooks

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“She believes that every person deserves to be heard, understood, and supported on their journey toward emotional wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 3 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 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Crystal Westley

Dr. Crystal Westley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, respected, and comfortable discussing your concerns.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 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 7 insurance carriers
Denise Davis-Moore

Denise Davis-Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“You are in therapy because you want something to change. You want to think something different, feel something different, DO something different.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 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
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
Kimberly Ragas-Matalamaki

Kimberly Ragas-Matalamaki

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy to help you identify patterns, clarify goals, and create practical next steps.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 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 7 insurance carriers
Debbie Whatley

Debbie Whatley

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I'm Debbie Whatley, a licensed professional counselor with a license in marriage and family therapy. My licenses are in the state of Louisiana, and I've been practicing for more than 20 years. My specialties include anger management, addiction, anxiety, depression, relationships, appropriate communication styles, boundaries, and treating clients who have experienced trauma.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 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
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 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
LeeShawn Brown

LeeShawn Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I focus on developing a collaborative relationship with my client where they can feel empowered to actively participate in their therapeutic progress...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 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 9 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
Mendy Daniels

Mendy Daniels

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Therapy isn't about checking boxes. It's about honest conversations, real connection, and feeling understood.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 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 5 insurance carriers
Aeriale Bias

Aeriale Bias

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I bring a warm, laid-back, and direct but caring approach to therapy. I strive to create a space where you feel respected, heard, and free from judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Metairie, LA

Number of therapists serving Metairie, LA
There are over 227 therapists in Metairie, LA accepting new patients.
227+
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
  • 86%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 96%Cigna
  • 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 46%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • 46%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 2%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 91%Online only
  • 9%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 21%Man
License types
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  • 39%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 35%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 14%Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
  • 7%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 47%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 22%Child or adolescent therapy

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