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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Gaithersburg, MD

Gaithersburg's LGBTQIA+ individuals can access affirming talk therapy and medication management through Headway's extensive provider network of 598 licensed professionals. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, with many providers offering free consultations to help you find the right therapeutic fit for your needs.

Sondra Petty

Sondra Petty

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My greatest strength is the empathy and compassion with my clients. We are on this journey together.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Mansaray

Jennifer Mansaray

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I specialize in helping older adults navigate life's toughest challenges, including grief, serious illness, aging, and end-of-life issues.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Chidinma Eze

Dr. Chidinma Eze

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ellicott City, MD


“I am a dual-board certified family and Mental health nurse practitioner. I believe in holistic care when providing care to my patients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Arthur Fields

Dr. Arthur Fields

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I believe that meaningful change happens through connection, trust, and collaboration. As a therapist, I see us as partners in the therapeutic process—working together to better understand your experiences, build on your strengths, and create lasting change. I am deeply committed to providing culturally responsive care that honors each person's unique story, values, and identity. I truly love the work of psychotherapy and consider it a privilege to walk alongside my clients as they heal, grow, and move toward the life they want to live.

LGBTQIA+, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Matthew Cape

Matthew Cape

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My therapy is collaborative — you won't just talk while I take notes. We'll figure out together what's getting in the way and build practical tools that actually fit your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Byron Porcher

Byron Porcher

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I use evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, and strengths-based therapy...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Uraina Domon

Uraina Domon

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Uraina, is a LCSW, with 10+ yrs or experience. She is a therapist who Is compassionate and understanding, who meets the clients where they are. Enjoys helping clients to feel empowered to find their own true potential. She has the understanding that each client's needs are unique to their own situations. She specializes in CBT, TFCBT, Trauma, MI, Mindfulness, Attachment Disorders, LGBT communities, Grief, Substance Use, Boundary Setting, Relationships Issues and more.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Cortney Merritt

Cortney Merritt

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is grounded in trauma-informed, whole-person care rooted in the core values of social work, including dignity, respect, and the belief that every person has strengths worth building on.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nikis Ellis

Nikis Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My job is to listen, be empathetic, non-judgmental, and provide clients with the best care possible.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Keeshma Richardson

Keeshma Richardson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I am a Licensed Holistic Mental Health Therapist with over five years of experience in the helping profession. I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds as they navigate life’s challenges and transitions. My passion is helping people who are at a turning point in their lives and ready to step into a new level of healing, growth, and expansion. Whether you’re a new parent adjusting to motherhood, exploring your identity, healing from heartbreak, or uncovering childhood wounds, I am here to walk alongside you. Together, we’ll use holistic, heart-centered approaches to help you reconnect with yourself and create the path that feels most aligned for this season of your life.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, 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
Natalie Gobrial

Natalie Gobrial

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Using a warm, genuine, and empathic approach, I work with clients to build trusting and collaborative relationships that help them gain a deeper understanding of themselves...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Andi Liti

Dr. Andi Liti

Psychologist

Virtual • Maryland


“I truly believe that the right therapeutic relationship can open up a world of new opportunities for you and your life!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Jill DePhillip

Jill DePhillip

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Annapolis, MD


“You can expect a humanistic and grounded approach in our sessions. You can equally expect warmth and compassion as much as candid suggestions for sustainable change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Anita Ellebracht

Anita Ellebracht

Therapist

Virtual • Towson, MD


“I specialize in working with eating and body image concerns, along with the emotional and interpersonal issues that often accompany them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christina Burke

Christina Burke

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe therapy should feel supportive, approachable, and empowering, and that everyone deserves access to quality care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kendall Blumenthal

Kendall Blumenthal

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I have experience working with clients in the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, eating disorders, trauma, and substance using a variety of approaches to support you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Brett Opelt

Dr. Brett Opelt

Psychologist

Virtual • Maryland


Dr. Opelt earned his Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology at New Mexico State University after completing his Master’s of Science in Educational Psychology: Community Counseling from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee. During his graduate training, he earned certifications in Trauma Counseling and Multicultural Knowledge Basis in Mental Health Practices, and a graduate minor in Integrated Behavioral Health. Dr. Opelt has completed postdoctoral fellowships in research in Rehabilitation Psychology, with an emphasis on Multiple Sclerosis, at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, and in clinical Rehabilitation and Pain Psychology at MedStar Health National Rehabilitation Hospital. He has focused his clinical work on adults who have concerns about insomnia, cognitive impairment, addiction, LGBT+ concerns, caregiver support, transplants, burn survivors, cancer, musculoskeletal diseases like MS and Parkinson’s disease, and those who have amputations. He is a licensed psychologist in Maryland and Illinois.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Phillip Barton

Phillip Barton

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I am a professional and person who is confident that you can have more confidence and contentment. As a trained psychotherapist clinician with 9.5 years experience, I counsel adults with concerns ranging from depression and anxiety to conflict, religious abuse, and marital and identity issues. My education from Hood College with a includes a specialized focus in grief and bereavement counseling. I welcome clients of ALL cultures, belief systems, races, and backgrounds.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zalen "Zee" Crowder

Zalen "Zee" Crowder

Therapist

Virtual • Beltsville, MD


“My approach is direct, compassionate, and results-oriented. I create a space where you can be fully seen and understood, while also being challenged in ways that support real, lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Erica Johnson

Erica Johnson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I have experience in emergency or acute psychiatry, Child and adolescent psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, addiction and many more.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Anastasia Mercado GameTalk Therapy

Anastasia Mercado GameTalk Therapy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Salisbury, MD


“I utilize basic virtual games such as battleship, uno, chess, connect 4, classic board games (and more!) to help offer a low-stress environment for emotional processing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Shannon Paige

Shannon Paige

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I value direct communication and living an authentic life. Being or becoming comfortable to express one's truth is one of the main goals when working with clients.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 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
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 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Walcott

Elizabeth Walcott

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in obtaining the whole picture of clients to understand better how their history may be contributing to their current presenting issues.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karlye Webster

Karlye Webster

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I use evidence-based practices and a systems perspective, meaning I consider both your inner experiences and the external influences shaping your mental health.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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
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
Alice Harvey

Alice Harvey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe healing happens best when you feel safe, heard, and maybe even share a laugh or two along the way.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Leah Comeau

Leah Comeau

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience serving those at end of life and their families, those in addictions and their families and LGBTQ+ individuals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 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
Selena Cooks

Selena Cooks

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


If you're carrying anxiety that won't quiet down, grief that feels impossible to move through, or a weight that makes everyday life feel harder than it should, you're in the right place. I work with adults and people across all stages of life who are ready to feel more like themselves again. My approach is grounded in warmth and a deep belief that you are the expert on your own life. There's no judgment here, only a supportive space where you can say what you've been holding back.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sithokozile Shumba

Sithokozile Shumba

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Therapy with me is active and solution-focused, so we will begin engaging in evidence-based strategies right away to help you develop effective coping skills.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
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
Jillian Block

Jillian Block

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) credentialed by the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists. I completed my Bachelor’s degree (B.S. in Psychology) at Towson University in 2013 and received my Master’s degree (M.S.) in Counseling Psychology from Loyola University in 2016. I am passionate about helping others conquer their challenges and transcend their goals. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with friends, loved ones, and her dogter, Lila. My favorite self-care activities include going to concerts, traveling, kayaking, cooking, and experimenting with different types of mocktails and coffees.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Saara Amri

Saara Amri

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I have a particular commitment to supporting individuals from queer, LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities, and I approach therapy with an understanding of how cultural identity, systemic factors, and lived experience can shape mental health and...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 5 insurance carriers
Kimberly Jones

Kimberly Jones

Therapist

Virtual • North East, MD


Hi, I’m glad you’re here. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania, and I work with children, teens, and adults who are dealing with trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and family struggles. Over the years, I’ve supported families facing tough transitions, kids on the autism spectrum, and people who are trying to rebuild after life has knocked them down.

My style is down-to-earth, supportive, and focused on helping you feel stronger and more hopeful. In our sessions, you’ll have space to be heard without judgment while we work together to move toward the goals that matter most to you.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 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 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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