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LGBT therapists in Columbia, MD


Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Columbia, MD
Find affirming mental health support in Columbia, Maryland with 634 licensed providers who understand gender and sexual identity. Headway connects you with warm, open-minded therapists experienced in LGBTQIA+ mental healthcare, offering virtual and in-person sessions with flexible scheduling and insurance coverage to support your wellbeing.
I am a psychotherapist with a strong dedication to assisting clients in achieving their desired life goals. My professional background includes specialization in trauma and addiction recovery, where I provide support to individuals, families, and partners dealing with relational challenges. I hold certifications as a clinical trauma professional and a yoga teacher, which I integrate into my therapeutic approach to foster holistic healing. My practice is centered on creating a safe and supportive environment for personal growth and self-discovery.
I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with a primary care background. I graduated from the University of Maryland School of Nursing. My focus areas are adults and geriatric patients.
Whether you are struggling with the far-reaching impact of past trauma, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, PTSD, or other ongoing health issue or simply wanting to invest in a bit of self-exploration and growth, I am so glad that you have begun your search for the best facilitator in that journey. I believe in meeting people where they are and allowing you to set your own pace for healing. I look forward to assisting on your healing journey in any way that I can.
Hi, I'm Andrea Boyd (she/her), and I work with teens and young adults who are navigating hard experiences and looking for a therapist who truly gets them. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, past trauma, identity exploration, or just feeling like the world wasn't quite built with you in mind, I want you to know: this is a space where you can show up exactly as you are.
I’m Dr. Deborah E. Jones, PhD, ARNP, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping adults find balance, resilience, and renewed purpose. I take a compassionate and collaborative approach to care—combining evidence-based medication management with supportive therapy to promote lasting emotional wellness.
I’ve worked in nursing for more than 30 years across clinical care, education, and leadership, and for the past eight years I’ve specialized in psychiatric mental health as a nurse practitioner. My specialties include anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and stress-related concerns, and I especially enjoy working with individuals who are motivated to invest in their personal growth and well-being.
At Deborah E. Jones, Psychiatry & Mental Wellness, PLLC — A Lucid Collaborative, my goal is to create a therapeutic space where insight, healing, and clarity come together—empowering you to live with greater peace and confidence.
About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of Columbia, MD



- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 95%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 86%Stress management
- 86%ADD/ADHD

- 95%Aetna
- 82%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
- 77%Cigna
- 64%Curative
- 59%Carelon Behavioral Health

- 95%English
- 5%Igbo

- 100%In-person or online

- 82%Woman
- 14%Man
- 5%Non-binary

- 36%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical
- 32%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 23%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
- 9%Clinical Psychologist

- 100%Individual therapy
- 41%Family therapy
- 32%Child or adolescent therapy
- 18%Couples therapy
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