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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 231 providers ready to provide compassionate, evidence-based support.

Sherile Smith

Sherile Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“We do a brief check-in each session (similar to a temperature check.) Reviewing your sleep pattern, any appetite fluctuations and the like are essential to overall well-being and can provide valuable clues to your experience.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Creative, Open-minded, Participatory

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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,

Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Kristin Theard

Kristin Theard

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“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,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Ashley Tanzy

Ashley Tanzy

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I adhere to a Solution-Focused approach, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Reality Therapy to counseling.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Eric Brown

Eric Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

716 Adams Street, New Orleans, LA

“Working from a perspective that is Humanistic and Mindfulness informed, I help people develop a connection with the inner guidance that is our natural source of healing and growth.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie Lynn

Katie Lynn

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation for meaningful progress, and I prioritize building a safe, trusting space where you feel heard and supported.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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,

Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

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,

Direct, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Yolanda Cockerham

Yolanda Cockerham

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


My name is Yolanda Cockerham, and I am currently based in Louisiana, but I also see patients in the D.C. area. I grew up in New Orleans. I completed my Post Master’s Degree at Southeastern Louisiana University and am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am skilled in assessing and treating a variety of mental health disorders, including Anxiety/PTSD, Major Depression, Bipolar/Mood Disorders, and Schizophrenia.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Matt Miller

Matt Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Welcome to my page! I enjoy working with people to help them live happier, more fulfilling lives. I’ve worked in a variety of settings with a diverse range of clients and welcome people from all walks of life. I promise to give my best to each individual, starting with a thorough assessment and creating a detailed treatment plan guided by their needs. My counseling mantra is 'Nobody cares what you know until they know that you care."

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health

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,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Wytisha Merrill

Wytisha Merrill

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“What separates me from the rest is my personal journey that can relate to many along with my education and professional experience.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna

Brittany Gallineau

Brittany Gallineau

Therapist

Virtual • Lafayette, LA


“During the therapeutic process, I encourage vulnerability. I have learned so much information from my clients, such as strengthening my abilities to be open and genuine.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Kimberly Parsons

Kimberly Parsons

Therapist

Virtual • Covington, LA


As your therapist, my primary commitment is to help you succeed in the ways that matter to you. Together, we’ll explore your underlying thoughts, feelings, and desires and consider how they may be influencing your life. We’ll look honestly at what is working and what isn’t. I’ll offer insight, guidance, and support while respecting your pace and where you are in the process. Our work will focus on creating meaningful, lasting change that reflects what matters most to you.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Open-minded, Participatory, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Julie Ellsworth

Julie Ellsworth

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I integrate a variety of trauma-informed therapies, including Somatic Processing, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD,

Affirming, Creative, Holistic

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Humana Medicare Advantage,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melinda Thomas

Melinda Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“We offer a flexible, relaxed, nonjudgmental and compassionate approach that serves to help a wide variety of people and their situations.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Lisa Jackson-Wardlaw

Lisa Jackson-Wardlaw

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


With over 20 years of experience in community, inpatient, and outpatient behavioral health settings, I specialize in guiding individuals through a wide range of life challenges. I hold Master’s degrees in Education and Clinical Social Work and am licensed to provide therapy via telehealth counseling services (i.e., video and phone) in Virginia, Texas, Florida, and Louisiana.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,

Dana Carbo

Dana Carbo

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I know what it's like to feel anxious myself, which keeps me grounded with people working through the same thing.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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,

Direct, Empowering, Humorous

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Emily Caulkins

Emily Caulkins

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“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,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Dr. Michael Gee

Dr. Michael Gee

Psychologist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I am committed to fostering a constructive and non-judgmental therapeutic alliance characterized by cooperation, trust, and authenticity.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Humana Medicare Advantage,

Vanessa Batiste-Leal

Vanessa Batiste-Leal

Therapist

Virtual • New Orleans, LA


“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Jasmine Travis

Jasmine Travis

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe in the inherent ability of everyone to heal and grow when provided the appropriate opportunity.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Karen Marchand

Karen Marchand

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

8325 Kelwood Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA

“I believe it's not where you start but where you finish in life. I am committed in treating everyone with respect by utilizing quality listening skills with no judgment.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Dr. Angie Smith

Dr. Angie Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I have expertise in helping children, adolescents and adults recover from traumatic experiences/events in their lives.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Dr. Kim Davis

Dr. Kim Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Clients should leave my session feeling heard and seen. I believe in validating my clients, encouraging them to use their strengths, and allowing them to grow in whatever way they desire.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Direct, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Roan Flenniken

Roan Flenniken

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I have a passion for working with people to create joyful, more satisfying, balanced, and interesting lives.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Arianne Dabney

Arianne Dabney

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


When I tell you I love what I do, I love what I do! I am not hear to manage symptoms, I'm here to heal. As a current doctoral student, I value continued education to maintain the highest form of evidence-based care for my clients. I walk the walk of healing and believe every therapist should do the same.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Creative, Direct, Energetic

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Dr. Erica Buckner

Dr. Erica Buckner

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe healing happens through connection, trust, honesty, and the courage to better understand ourselves.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Direct, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Cynthia Cayer

Cynthia Cayer

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Hi! I am Cynthia Cayer Sandoval, MS. I moved to Park City for the Olympics and fell in love! For 35 years I have been fortunate enough to have had experience working in multiple settings in the field of counseling treating children, adolescents, and adults. My services include individual therapy, family therapy, and group counseling for all ages. In my free time you will find me out on my trail bike or if I am I am lucky in the powder!!!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Energetic, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Dr. Duken Marvelly

Dr. Duken Marvelly

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to create a supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to move forward with greater clarity and confidence.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Monroe, LA

Number of therapists serving Monroe, LA
There are over 229 therapists in Monroe, LA accepting new patients.
229+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 93%Stress management
  • 89%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 98%Cigna
  • 93%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 52%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • 51%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 1%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 91%Online only
  • 9%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 81%Woman
  • 19%Man
License types
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  • 41%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 34%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 13%Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
  • 8%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 48%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 23%Child or adolescent therapy

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