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LGBT therapists in Frederick, MD

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Frederick, MD

Frederick's LGBTQIA community deserves mental health support from providers who truly get it. Headway offers flexible virtual and in-person therapy with 597 warm, humorous, and solution-oriented therapists. Most sessions are covered by insurance, with patients saving an average of 75% through Headway's partnerships.

Jen Williams

Jen Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Chevy Chase, MD


“I prioritize creating a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can feel seen and empowered to find your path forward.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tarah Keeley

Tarah Keeley

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I utilize a person centered, relational, humanistic approach to therapy that focuses on understanding a person in their whole environment—what has life been like that led you this moment, and what can be changed to help you move forward?”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sherri Johnson

Sherri Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I'm a friendly and easy-going person and I'm super non-judgmental. Our first session will have a productive and conversational vibe.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Robyn Weiner

Robyn Weiner

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I come to you with over 20 years of clinial experience. I offer a non-judgmental approach to build a safe, trusting relationship where you feel comfortable to share your thoughts and feelings.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Suryamol Chacko

Suryamol Chacko

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is to make you feel comfortable, supported, and confident as we move toward positive change together.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Carla Lester

Carla Lester

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I take a person-centered and strength-based approach to therapy. I meet all my clients where they are and don't force them to be where I think they should be.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Christina Fox

Christina Fox

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hey! I'm Christina, and I'm a licensed clinical social worker with 7 years experience providing individual, couples, family, and group therapy on an outpatient basis. I am thoroughly trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), two off-shoots of CBT that incorporate acceptance and mindfulness. I currently serve as the chapter president for Mid-Atlantic Chapter of The Association for Contextual Behavioral Sciences, and I am a contributing author to an upcoming manual on a developing integrative therapy, Contextually-focused DBT. Basically, I'm a therapy nerd. I love and believe in my practice, and am always on the hunt to learn more and be the best therapist I can be.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Darren Wiley

Darren Wiley

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I am by all means an eclectic style counselor. I pull specifically from expressive, person-centered and cognitive behavioral approaches...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Joanna Bissell

Joanna Bissell

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I'd describe myself as being a genuine, compassionate and warm therapist who can still be direct and challenge you when necessary.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Infertility, Maternal mental health, OCD
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Amanda Benjamin

Amanda Benjamin

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hi! I’m Amanda and I’m a Black, queer licensed clinical social worker who specializes in creating healing spaces for Black and Brown communities. I enjoy working with young people, creatives, activists and healers, especially. I believe therapy should be a place to discover your most authentic self, bravely and safely. I show up with gentleness, intentionality, and honesty, with the ultimate goal of supporting you in navigating your own healing journey.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amie Bereson

Amie Bereson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My greatest strength as a therapist is meeting people exactly where they are—without judgment, pretense, or pressure.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Martha Eseh

Martha Eseh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Laurel, MD


“I am very patient with my clients and will partner with you to create a treatment plan that works best for you and improve outcome.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Adrienne Burrell

Adrienne Burrell

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I'm a relational therapist who believes that real healing happens through connection, trust, and feeling truly safe with the person you're working with.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brooke Cornett

Brooke Cornett

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My overall approach is holistic, integrating evidence-based practices with holistic energy strategies to address the comprehensive needs of each client.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Glenn Gorleski

Dr. Glenn Gorleski

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Havre de Grace, MD


“My approach is direct, open-minded, and yes, occasionally humorous. I'll be honest with you about what I'm seeing...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alicia Hudson

Alicia Hudson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe therapy should feel like a partnership. Together, we'll work to better understand your experiences, identify your strengths, and create strategies that support your goals and overall well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kalliroi Matsakis

Kalliroi Matsakis

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I believe there is no one "right" way for therapy and healing, so I offer multiple pathways—talking, movement, art-making, and body-based practices, like EMDR and somatic therapies. Working together we will find what works for you.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Katherine Lee

Katherine Lee

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I am passionate about bridging gaps in care by providing holistic, compassionate psychiatric care across the lifespan.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shirelle Wright

Shirelle Wright

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I am a BIPOC therapist who is passionate about creating an affirming, inclusive space where clients from diverse backgrounds feel safe, respected, and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Talia Gimeno

Talia Gimeno

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that you are the expert about what's best for you, and that you have strengths that will help you figure out how to make those changes in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Holly Ireland

Holly Ireland

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Salisbury, MD


“Being a survivor of childhood sexual abuse and several other adverse childhood experiences, I have been on the receiving end of therapeutic interventions, including EMDR.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jonathan White

Jonathan White

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My psychotherapy style is based on empowerment, self-determination, and a focus on both exploring feelings and solving concrete problems.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Doha Chibani

Dr. Doha Chibani

Therapist

Virtual • Rockville, MD


“I specialize in working with people of richly diverse racial and ethnic heritage, people along the expansive gender and sexual spectrum, with all varied abilities, using a health at every size approach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Sara Hayden

Dr. Sara Hayden

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Easton, MD


“I specialize in helping women navigate anxiety, depression, burnout, mood instability, insomnia, trauma recovery, and the everyday pressures of work, parenting, relationships, and personal growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Shannon Howard

Dr. Shannon Howard

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Great to meet you! I am Dr. Shannon Howard, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LCPC, LPC) for the states of DC & MD, a Certified Life Coach, and an Author. I have been helping individuals, children, couples, and families navigate grief and loss, trauma, anxiety, adjustment, depression and more for over 24 years.

My educational background consists of a dual Master's in both Counseling and Clinical Psychology. I received my first master's at Towson University in 2000, a second Masters and Doctorate in 2008 and 2010 from The American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University. I minored in Philosophy as well as Women's Studies.

I possess specialized training in areas of trauma, specifically in the assessment and treatment of sex offenders and survivors of sexual assault. I have worked in an adult inpatient psychiatric hospital, a day program for adults with chronic and acute mental illness, as well as on an outpatient basis as a private practitioner and with a group practice. I worked with Parole and Probation to help clients maintain compliance and management while on the registry. As a Certified Life Coach, I help coaching clients discover what they truly desire. We collaborate to create a roadmap to move you forward and build a future that feels grounded and authentic to you.

At present, I offer a full range of services and am open to accepting new virtual clients.

*PLEASE NOTE YOU MUST BE IN EITHER DC OR MD AT THE TIME OF YOUR SCHEDULED APPOINTMENT!

**I offer a 10-minute grace period to all clients before logging off of the Zoom platform. If you wish to reschedule, please message me here on Headway.""

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ongisa Ichile-Mckenzie

Ongisa Ichile-Mckenzie

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and direct. I believe in helping clients make meaningful progress, not just insight.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lindsay Smith

Lindsay Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


As a licensed clinical professional counselor, I strongly believe in prioritizing yourself and mental health. I've been practicing for the past 8 years working with a variety of clients in all different ages and backgrounds, but within most of my years in practice, I focus on adults in their 20s-40s who may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain as they navigate life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, family issues, and boundaries.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Mercy Gana

Dr. Mercy Gana

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


Seeking support can feel like a big step, and I'm glad you're here. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself—without judgment, pressure, or the need to have everything figured out. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood changes, trauma, or simply feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges, we'll work together to help you move toward healing and balance.

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree. I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive therapy using an evidence-based, holistic approach. I believe mental health is about more than managing symptoms—it's about improving your overall quality of life and helping you thrive.

My clients often describe me as warm, humorous, open-minded, energetic, and easy to talk to. I also believe in being direct, honest, and solution-oriented because I know that meaningful growth comes from combining compassion with practical strategies. I enjoy helping people recognize their strengths, build resilience, and develop skills they can use long after our sessions.

I work with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults experiencing a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD and trauma-related disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders. I also support clients navigating life transitions, grief, relationship challenges, stress, and emotional regulation.

I believe healing happens through collaboration, trust, and hope. Whether this is your first time seeking mental health care or you're continuing your journey, I'm here to meet you where you are and help you take the next step toward living a healthier, more fulfilling life.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Andrew Johnson

Andrew Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“The most important thing I learned during my tenure as a student is that the amount of distance you help a person move forward in their life is meaningless if you don't help them move in the direction they wish to go.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Avram Altman

Avram Altman

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in creating a safe, respectful, and collaborative environment where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout their therapeutic journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matthew Cape

Matthew Cape

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe every person has a story worth hearing, and therapy is a place where you don't have to pretend to have everything figured out.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jaleesha Saunders

Jaleesha Saunders

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and client-centered. I believe that every individual is the expert on their own life...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Yiwen Wu

Dr. Yiwen Wu

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I help clients look beneath the surface, understand the root causes of their struggles, reshape unhelpful patterns, and turn self-awareness into practical steps toward healing and meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Creston Baker

Creston Baker

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe therapy is most effective when it is built on trust, honesty, and a strong therapeutic relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rebecca Woodward

Rebecca Woodward

Therapist

Virtual • Baltimore, MD


“I specialize in working with clients who are curious about the mind-body connection and how the autonomic nervous system shapes our thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Precious Wells

Precious Wells

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hi, I'm Precious! I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who believes therapy should feel like a conversation, not an interrogation. I work with teens, adults, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, and trauma. My goal is to provide a supportive, judgment-free space where you can be yourself while learning practical tools that help you feel better, grow, and move forward.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sheri Gruner

Sheri Gruner

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I've spent the last 10 years working in settings most therapists haven't: inpatient hospitals, mobile crisis units, and outpatient clinics.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Identity issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Crystal White

Crystal White

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Columbia, MD


“I am known for my nonjudgmental, supportive approach, creating a safe space for individuals to explore challenges related to mood, anxiety, trauma, and life stressors.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Cherry Delahay

Cherry Delahay

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


I'm a psychiatric nurse practitioner in Maryland with a background in both medication management and therapy — and I believe the best care happens when we tailor it to you. I specialize in anxiety, ADHD, and depression, and I work with patients who want a provider who actually listens before deciding anything. Many of the people I see found me through their community — they wanted someone they could trust, who'd take the time to get to know them. My approach is warm and direct: I'll tell you exactly what I'm thinking and make sure every session reflects where you are right now.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Victor Lissade

Victor Lissade

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My therapeutic style is warm, direct, and collaborative—prioritizing validation, client empowerment, measurable skill acquisition, and culturally responsive care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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