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LGBT therapists in Monroe, LA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Monroe, LA

Monroe's LGBTQIA community deserves mental health care from providers who truly understand and support your journey. Headway offers flexible scheduling, insurance coverage with copays typically ranging from [COPAY_RANGE], and a diverse network of 245 providers ready to provide compassionate, evidence-based support.

Destiny Webre

Destiny Webre

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I approach counseling from a cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavioral lens where emotional distress and thought patterns can be acknowledged, adjusted and soothed.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Victoria Williams

Victoria Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I have been a LPC for over 10 years and have worked with a very diverse group of clients. They range in age from 6 to 60. I specialize in adolescents and trauma. I have also worked with depression, anxiety, personal relationships, parenting problems, addictions, emotional abuse, and physical trauma.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 2 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
Alejandra Salinas

Alejandra Salinas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Orleans, LA


“I believe everyone has the potential to heal, and therapy can be a great tool to uncover supportive strategies to help you thrive.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Deacon Farrelly

Deacon Farrelly

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Hello and congratulations for taking the first and sometimes hardest step of looking for a therapist. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of IN, KY LA, MO, NV, TX, WA and WV. I have the great privilege of working with adolescents and adults seeking assistance in improving their overall mental health and associated challenges. I’ve been in the behavioral health arena for over 40 years and have held numerous direct care and clinical leadership roles in a variety of settings. My joy comes from helping people navigate life's challenges.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 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. 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 4 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
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
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
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
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
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
David Dolese

David Dolese

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Orleans, LA


“I will provide understanding, support, tools, and techniques to navigate life's complexities with resilience and grace.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 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
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
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
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 10 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 8 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
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
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
Jesse Gladney

Jesse Gladney

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I provide a supportive, down-to-earth, and non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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 9 insurance carriers
Vivia Brown

Vivia Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Taking the step to seek support isn’t easy, and I want to honor the courage it takes to be here. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Life Coach, and retired Army veteran who believes caring for your mental health is essential to living a balanced, fulfilling life. I’m passionate about helping people navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and reconnect with themselves. I work with teens and adults who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or major life transitions, and I strive to meet you with respect, compassion, and understanding.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 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
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 4 insurance carriers
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
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
Karen McGillivray

Karen McGillivray

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I specialize in depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I have specialized in addiction, working with senior citizens transitioning to their new life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Katherine Liokis

Katherine Liokis

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I take a person-centered approach where I collaborate with clients to identify and enlist their internal strengths and resources to approach life's challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 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 7 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 6 insurance carriers
Carley Davis

Carley Davis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe in treating the whole person, not just symptoms, through evidence-based practice, compassionate listening, and collaborative decision-making.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Felicia Hensley-Whitaker

Felicia Hensley-Whitaker

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My therapy style is very warm and relational. I believe that everyone has a right to seek their highest level of functioning...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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 4 insurance carriers
Laquita Norwood

Laquita Norwood

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My therapeutic approach is rooted in empathy, trust, empowerment, and meeting clients where they are in their healing journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 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 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brandy Brodnax

Brandy Brodnax

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is warm, supportive, and structured I want therapy to feel safe while also giving you practical tools you can actually use.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 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 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Monroe, LA

Number of therapists serving Monroe, LA
There are over 242 therapists in Monroe, LA accepting new patients.
242+
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
  • 88%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 95%Cigna
  • 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 43%United Healthcare
  • 42%Oxford
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 2%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 83%Online only
  • 17%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 21%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 41%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 33%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 14%Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
  • 8%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 45%Family therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy
  • 19%Child or adolescent therapy

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