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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 662 warm, humorous, and solution-oriented therapists. Most sessions are covered by insurance, with patients saving an average of 75% through Headway's partnerships.

Tamara Christman

Tamara Christman

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hi! I'm Tammy Christman, LPC and I look forward to meeting with you while supporting your journey toward better mental health and healing.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christine Wiley

Christine Wiley

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I view my work as a therapist as a calling, and I am committed to providing compassionate, thoughtful care to each person I serve.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tasha Gardner

Tasha Gardner

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and able to be honest about what's going on in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Melanie Sipes

Melanie Sipes

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I will work with you and encourage you to learn skills that increase your independence, self-esteem, and your autonomy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Charlene Gantt

Charlene Gantt

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


Charlene Gantt, CRNP-PMH has over 30 years of nursing experience, including 12 years as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner in outpatient settings. She is ANCC Board Certified and has worked with clients across the lifespan, from adolescents to geriatric adults.

Charlene earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from York College of Pennsylvania, her Master of Science in Nursing with a Care Management focus in Maternal Health from Shenandoah University, and her Post-Master’s Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certification from Shenandoah University.

Her background includes medical-surgical nursing, maternity care, psychiatry, outpatient clinics, community care, nursing program coordination, clinical instruction, and precepting psychiatric nurse practitioner students. She has experience treating anxiety, trauma-related concerns, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, dual diagnoses, schizophrenia spectrum disorders, and co-occurring physical and mental health needs.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Callas Vaughan-Dixon

Callas Vaughan-Dixon

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I love helping individuals live the life that is best for them, and I believe that helping people is not only my passion but my purpose.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
D'Asya Harris

D'Asya Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that many young people grow up being told their feelings don't matter, which can make it difficult to express or even identify emotions later in life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ricky Jackson

Ricky Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is to create a safe space where I work collaboratively with clients to help them discover and leverage their strengths so that they can reach their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Alexander Abramowicz

Dr. Alexander Abramowicz

Psychologist

Virtual • Frederick, MD


“I strive to provide an affirming, warm, and positive space for individuals to learn more about who you are as a person.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Trina Davis

Trina Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Trina Davis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the human services field. She received a BS in Psychology and Master in Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University. Trina is the owner and founder of Notoriety Counseling Services. She specializes in trauma therapy, depression, grief, anxiety, stress-management, self-esteem building, women issues, military and families, collegiate/ pro-athletes, corrections, whole health, and gay/lesbian issues.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Francine Schwartz

Francine Schwartz

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My work is grounded in helping you reconnect with your strengths and develop practical skills to feel more capable and in control.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Energetic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 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 7 insurance carriers
David Pfeffer

David Pfeffer

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in a proactive, collaborative approach to counseling, where you are actively engaged in making real changes in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Hannalee Billings

Hannalee Billings

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Together, we won't just talk about your pain—we will safely process it, moving from a state of hyper-vigilance to genuine peace.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, 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 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natalie Szumel

Natalie Szumel

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I’m a licensed therapist and founder of Sitting Together Therapy (sitting-together.com), and I help adults build a more compassionate, connected, and honest relationship with themselves. I view difficult patterns as adaptive, not defective. I work with thoughtful people navigating anxiety and depression, relationship challenges, emotionally blocked, avoidance, and life transitions.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Antonio Caraballo

Antonio Caraballo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I also enjoy working with LGBTQ+ clients and creating a space where identity and self-expression are respected and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Vamsi Tummalachetty

Dr. Vamsi Tummalachetty

Psychologist

Virtual • Baltimore, MD


“I tailor my approach with precision — matching the evidence base to your specific diagnosis, goals, and circumstances rather than applying a single framework to every client.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sharan Chahal

Sharan Chahal

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Welcome. I am glad you are here taking the first step in helping yourself. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor with more than 13 years of experience providing counseling to individuals, couples, and families. I enjoy working with adults, couples, children, adolescents, and families who are ready for change, need support during difficult times, or looking for someone to talk with for peace of mind.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Denise Davis-Moore

Denise Davis-Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


If you’re navigating relationship challenges, family issues, identity, women’s issues, or questions about culture and belonging, you don’t have to figure it all out alone. I help women, people of color, LGBTQ+ clients, and those in nontraditional relationships make sense of what they’re experiencing so they can feel more confident, connected, and clear about what comes next. Therapy can be a place to feel understood, find your direction, and create meaningful change.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Olivia Wackett

Olivia Wackett

Therapist

Virtual • Salisbury, MD


“I take a collaborative approach to therapy and often hear that my clients start to feel hopeful after their first session with me.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Scharf

Rachel Scharf

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I aim to create a safe space where you will feel comfortable doing the hard work that therapy requires...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nadia Lassic

Nadia Lassic

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I take a compassionate and collaborative approach to support my clients in their journey toward improved well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Anne Hoffman

Anne Hoffman

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach to therapy is to listen to what you, the client, have to say, then partner with you to create a plan to achieve your therapy goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sunaina Tandon

Sunaina Tandon

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I am a warm, dynamic, holistic, insightful and collaborative clinician who brings a strengths based and relational approach to my work.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Carolyn Button

Carolyn Button

Therapist

Virtual • Easton, MD


I have been supporting the emotional and mental health of adolescents and young adults for a decade as a social worker. I specialize in family intervention and working with separated and divorced parents. I love working with parents who want to improve their relationships with their children and also work well with teens and young adults on enhancing self-esteem and finding balance in life.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Omoye Ehizuelen

Omoye Ehizuelen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I offer a realistic and nonjudgmental approach to care. I aim to create an environment where my patients can really open up and tell me what they are feeling and we work TOGETHER to create an effective plan of care.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Holly Jones

Holly Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Cambridge, 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 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Rebecca Durbahn

Dr. Rebecca Durbahn

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with nearly twenty years of experience supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, trauma, and the many challenges that arise across the life course. I approach therapy with compassion, curiosity, and deep respect for each person’s lived experience. My goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where you feel comfortable being open, understood, and genuinely cared for. I work collaboratively, helping you build insight, strengthen coping skills, and move toward meaningful healing and growth.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 5 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 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Garrett Marple

Garrett Marple

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I have been practicing therapy for about 5 years, receiving my master's degree from Saint Leo University in 2023 and my LCSW-C licensure in 2026. My main focus areas are complex trauma and attachment based issues, but I also am very effective at dealing with individuals with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and Autism.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Earlene Kimberly Dunbar

Earlene Kimberly Dunbar

Therapist

Virtual • Lanham, MD


“Her compassionate, client-centered approach ensures that those she serves feel heard, understood, and supported every step of the way.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Susie Stubbs

Dr. Susie Stubbs

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“You will find that my unconditional positive regard will create a safe and non judgmental environment...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kerriann Murray

Kerriann Murray

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Welcome! I'm Kerriann and I became a therapist because I love helping others to become the best version of themselves possible. My clients choose me because I'm warm, gentle, and help them to live authentic and fulfilling lives. I'm a licensed therapist (LCSW-C), a board-approved supervisor, and received my MSW from the University of Maryland SSW. I have extensive training in my areas of specialty, which are grief and loss, parenting, and anxiety.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ethel Bakke

Ethel Bakke

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Havre de Grace, MD


“My approach to therapy is Rogerian, which is a person-centered approach that is nonjudgmental, accepting and empathetic.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Janet Twigg

Janet Twigg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cumberland, MD


“I love to help people see their lives from a different perspective and identify strengths that he/she may posses...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Phylicia Wooten

Phylicia Wooten

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that every individual has the capacity for growth and change, and I strive to create a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their experiences, develop self-awareness, and build the skills needed to overcome challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Allison Ann Lyavdansky

Allison Ann Lyavdansky

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I want to help you to be the best version of yourself. My goal is for you to leave our meetings feeling better than when you arrived; clearer, calmer, and more empowered to achieve YOUR goals!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Catherine Matuszko

Catherine Matuszko

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults to treat behavioral, emotional, mood, trauma, and identity-related concerns through empowering and encouraging growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marlissa Myers

Marlissa Myers

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in the power of working together to heal your whole self. Honesty, effort, and collaboration will strengthen the therapeutic relationship we build.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Frederick, MD

Number of therapists serving Frederick, MD
There are over 663 therapists in Frederick, MD accepting new patients.
663+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 84%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 84%Cigna
  • 82%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 68%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • 59%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 5%Spanish
  • 3%French
  • 1%Yoruba
  • 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 94%Online only
  • 6%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 19%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 41%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical
  • 30%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 23%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 3%Clinical Psychologist
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 39%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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