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LGBT therapists in Shreveport, LA
Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Shreveport, LA
Shreveport's LGBTQIA+ individuals can access warm, non-judgmental mental health support through Headway's diverse provider network of 245 licensed professionals. Whether you're navigating identity, relationships, or life transitions, providers offer flexible scheduling with sessions starting as soon as tomorrow, covered by insurance with significant savings.
I believe everyone needs help from time to time.
I specialize in evening and weekend appointments. Later appointments are available, please request your needs.
I am a friendly goal-oriented therapist who believes strongly in positive self-reinforcement. I have a Master's degree from La Tech University with a background in private practice for over 20 years. I am Licensed in Louisiana and Texas as a professional counselor. I am also Licensed as a marriage and family therapist in 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.
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.
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.
What sets us apart from many other therapists is the fact we actually help you help yourself make the necessary changes in your life by giving you tools to achieve your goals. You’ll almost always walk out of a session with a new technique that you can go home and start using immediately.
About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Shreveport, LA
- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 100%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 94%Stress management
- 88%Trauma
- 99%Aetna
- 95%Cigna
- 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 43%United Healthcare
- 42%Oxford
- 99%English
- 2%Spanish
- 83%Online only
- 17%In-person or online
- 79%Woman
- 21%Man
- 1%Non-binary
- 41%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 33%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 14%Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
- 8%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 100%Individual therapy
- 45%Family therapy
- 25%Couples therapy
- 19%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right LGBTQ-friendly therapy provider for you
Headway makes it easier to connect with affirming therapists who understand your identity — from finding the right therapist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing an LGBTQIA Therapist in Shreveport
Searching for LGBTQIA+ therapists in Shreveport starts with finding identity-affirming care. A therapist’s training, language, and listed experience can matter as much as their clinical specialty. You may want support related to identity, relationships, family dynamics, anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions. As you compare therapists, look for signals like affirmative therapy, WPATH training, gender-diverse experience, or direct experience working with LGBTQIA+ people.
In a smaller market like Shreveport, the number of local LGBTQIA+-affirming therapists may be more limited than in larger cities. Virtual appointments can expand your options while still letting you choose care that fits your schedule and preferences. Beyond specialty, consider whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers appointment times that work for you, and provides a free phone consultation. Reading therapist bios can help you see how they describe their approach, communication style, and experience with LGBTQIA+ communities before you book.
Therapy in Shreveport can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and make ongoing care more affordable. Headway helps you search for therapists who match your needs, see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and schedule directly when you’re ready.
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