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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 231 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%.

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
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
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
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
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
Douglas Lormand

Douglas Lormand

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Most people don't come to therapy because they lack insight, they come because the same patterns keep repeating, especially in relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
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
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
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
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
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
Deitra Fant

Deitra Fant

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe therapy is a partnership—we'll move at your pace, focus on what matters most to you, and celebrate your progress along the way.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica St. Pierre

Jessica St. Pierre

Therapist

Virtual • Mandeville, LA


“My entire career as a social worker since 1998 has been working with individuals who have endured abuse, neglect, trauma, grief and loss.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Callie MacKenzie

Callie MacKenzie

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I have focused my expertise on working with elderly individuals who are grappling with serious medical issues.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 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
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 6 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
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
Crystal Scott

Crystal Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe therapy should be more than a place to vent — it should be a space to rebuild, realign, and rise stronger.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 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
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
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
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
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
Vadeisha Williams

Vadeisha Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“As a therapist specializing in empowering black women through pivotal life changes, I embrace the individual experiences and cultural nuances that shape my clients' lives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 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
Adam Rivas

Adam Rivas

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I see the counseling relationship as a process in which you, the Client, and I, the Counselor, have come to an understanding to trust one another and work as a team...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
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 7 insurance carriers
Melissa Lacoste

Melissa Lacoste

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I have a passion for connecting and helping people reach balance, direction, and live a more fulfilling life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Andrea Reed

Andrea Reed

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lafayette, LA


“My approach to therapy is empathetic, nonjudgmental, and solution-focused, with an emphasis on building trust and rapport.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amber Cocchiola

Amber Cocchiola

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Hi. I'm a proud LSU Alumni with a BA in Psychology and a minor in Religous Studies along with a Master' Degree in Social Work. I have a passion for empowering others and helping them navigate through life's difficulties so they can live their life to the fullest. My professional experience ranges from addictions, mental health, and geriatric care to my most recent position as a hospice social worker.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 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
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
Portia Gordon

Portia Gordon

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), one of the leading techniques for dealing with past trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Stephanie Geatches

Stephanie Geatches

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My role as your therapist isn't to give you answers but help you find what's best for you and your situation.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Metairie, LA

Number of therapists serving Metairie, LA
There are over 236 therapists in Metairie, LA accepting new patients.
236+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 94%Stress management
  • 89%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 96%Cigna
  • 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 43%United Healthcare
  • 43%Oxford
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 2%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
  • 20%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 39%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 36%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 14%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
  • 19%Child or adolescent therapy

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