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LGBT therapists in Hagerstown, MD

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Hagerstown, MD

Find LGBTQIA-affirming mental health support in Hagerstown through Headway's network of warm, solution-oriented providers. Whether you're navigating identity, relationships, or life transitions, providers offer evidence-based talk therapy with availability as soon as next day.

Gina Strong

Gina Strong

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I view the therapeutic alliance as a partnership requiring mutual trust, respect, honesty, communication, and commitment to do the work.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
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 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robyn Manning

Robyn Manning

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Edgewood, MD


“I emphasize empathy, open-mindedness, and expertise, creating a safe and therapeutic environment where your mental health needs are addressed with careful precision and genuine concern.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Keona Smith

Keona Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


If you're carrying more than you'd like to admit right now, you've landed in the right place. I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland who works with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I bring warmth, humor when it fits, and a genuinely judgment-free space to every session. Using CBT, DBT, and faithbased approaches, I meet you exactly where you are. I'd love to help you find your way forward.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Traina Jackson-Clarke

Traina Jackson-Clarke

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I counsel for change with a calm presence and understanding. My goal is to find solutions by investigating and challenging the beliefs about yourself and the issue at hand.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Nelly Kangethe

Dr. Nelly Kangethe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I have worked with various populations and have a diverse background including people with attention and focus deficit, trauma, crisis, depression, anxiety, grief and loss and relationship problems.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dwayne Taylor

Dwayne Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is to us this safe space support you, challenge you, and explore alternate ways of thinking to achieve growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Arnecia Moody

Arnecia Moody

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I have a warm, compassionate, caring spirit and believe in a straightforward strength-based perspective to addressing issues within a therapeutic relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lucien Beckford

Lucien Beckford

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is down-to-earth and practical. I listen for how you want to feel differently and what you want to change—then we find tools that fit your life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, End of life care
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha B-Scott

Samantha B-Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hi there! Allow me to introduce myself, I'm Samantha Scott, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. Glad to meet you. I am an eclectic therapist who truly believes that everyone deserves a safe space to be heard. I work with adults of all ages, from 18 all the way up to 98 years young. No matter where you are in your life journey, I am here to meet you exactly as you are today.

I went to school for a long time to make sure I could give you the best support possible!

  • Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
  • Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice (Human Services focus)
  • Associate Degree in Criminal Justice

In our sessions, I blend different tools like Solution-Focused Therapy, CBT, and Motivational Interviewing. This just means we will focus on your goals, look at how your thoughts affect your feelings, and find your inner strength to make a change.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Esther Saggurthi

Esther Saggurthi

Therapist

Virtual • Burtonsville, MD


Working in the field for 24 years has opened my eyes and ears to many experiences. While your life experience is unique, we will work together to find ways to get you to your best life. I have worked in a hospital setting, inpatient mental health, outpatient mental health, PHP, IOP, Dual Diagnosis, rehab, residential treatment and community settings to a variety of clients in various backgrounds.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deitra Fant

Deitra Fant

Therapist

Virtual • Oxon Hill, MD


“I believe therapy is a partnership—we'll move at your pace, focus on what matters most to you, and celebrate your progress along the way.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacqueline Williams

Jacqueline Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Largo, MD


“I provide a calm, non-judgmental space where you can begin to process what's weighing on you at your own pace.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ileana Angeles

Ileana Angeles

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My job as a therapist is to support your healing and renewal when you have been stunned, wounded, or overwhelmed.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Matthew Worhach

Dr. Matthew Worhach

Psychologist

Virtual • Maryland


“My style is supportive, relational, and active. I integrate humanistic therapy with CBT and ACT to help you build insight and make real changes between sessions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tessa Fletcher

Tessa Fletcher

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and mood disorders with a compassionate, client-centered approach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ramonia Morant

Ramonia Morant

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hyattsville, MD


“I'm a therapist who believes in progress, not perfection. With over 10 years of experience working with adults and adolescents...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Uraina Domon

Uraina Domon

Therapist

Virtual • Germantown, MD


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
Will Wasson

Will Wasson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My style is warm, collaborative, and down to earth, with a little humor mixed in because life is already serious enough.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Blessing Nweke

Blessing Nweke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe every person deserves to be treated as a whole individual—not simply defined by a diagnosis or a set of symptoms.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Millesia Wade

Millesia Wade

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My role is to walk alongside you—not to tell you who you should be, but to help you reconnect with who you already are.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zoe Travers

Zoe Travers

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I provide mindfulness and skills based psychotherapy. For 15+ years I have worked with the mind and the body using both traditional therapy and mindfulness techniques.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 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
Nicole Garcia

Nicole Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“For the past six years I have been a Trauma focused therapist who has worked with ages three and up.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lorain Gabriel

Lorain Gabriel

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Narrative therapy is a postmodern approach to psychotherapy that is rooted in the notion of social construction...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Funmilayo Olugbemi

Funmilayo Olugbemi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Waldorf, MD


“My treatment method consists of a person-centered approach with evidenced-based medication management; and while working as a team, I provide a combination of psychiatric medication, supportive/talk therapy, and encourage lifestyle changes.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Nelson Rivera

Dr. Nelson Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I'm a licensed psychotherapist who blends empathy, honesty, and humor to create a space where real change happens.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Kumba Sankoh

Dr. Kumba Sankoh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“Her treatment approach emphasizes accurate diagnosis, patient education, collaborative decision-making, and individualized care planning.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Crystal Martinez

Crystal Martinez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Silver Spring, MD


My background is in all aspects of mental health and substance abuse.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jackie Biscoe

Jackie Biscoe

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Being autistic gives me a unique perspective on what it can feel like to move through a world that isn't always designed for different ways of thinking and experiencing life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Aida Dabreo

Aida Dabreo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“With a deep understanding of the complexities of mental health, she strives to create a safe and supportive environment where patients feel valued.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mordecai Andemichael

Mordecai Andemichael

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I will intervene by building a committed alliance with you. We will set goals that we agree are priorities and create a plan to achieve each goal.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lauren Pantoulis

Lauren Pantoulis

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I excel at and prioritize building a warm and accepting rapport with my clients. I also strongly believe in psychoeducation so that my clients can also be well-informed and empowered in their own treatment both in session and the outside world.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Alice Germaine Beukam

Alice Germaine Beukam

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Owings Mills, MD


“My approach to care is rooted in compassion, clinical excellence, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Olumide Akinwumi

Olumide Akinwumi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My practice is evidence-based, and it is provided on a compassionate and individualized basis to assist individuals with mental health needs to function optimally.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Prager

Kimberly Prager

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Kim Prager, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker/Therapist, studied and trained at University of Wisconsin-Madison. She has 16 years of experience providing therapy to people from all walks of life, Most recently, she worked at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center's integrated executive medicine and oncology clinics.

She believes therapy is a place to be seen and heard and an opportunity for personal growth. Her approach is holistic and trauma informed, often with a focus on adjustment, interpersonal dynamics, grief, and loss.

She welcomes you to reach out to find a way to live more authentically, forge genuine connections, and prioritize value based goals that bring about positive change in your life.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Daniel McCarthy

Dr. Daniel McCarthy

Psychologist

Virtual • Maryland


“Only when a client feels that they are fully heard, understood, accepted and valued without judgment, does change occur.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Ayika Foster

Dr. Ayika Foster

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I take pride in being a safe, supportive therapy space where adults can explore their true identities.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Susan (Sue) Futeral

Dr. Susan (Sue) Futeral

Therapist

Virtual • Pikesville, MD


“I believe in the "core Rogerian features: empathy, warmth, genuineness, unconditional positive regard and non-judgemental attitude."”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 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

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Hagerstown, MD

Number of therapists serving Hagerstown, MD
There are over 625 therapists in Hagerstown, MD accepting new patients.
625+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 84%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 84%Cigna
  • 80%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 73%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • 58%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
  • 20%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 39%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical
  • 31%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 24%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 4%Clinical Psychologist
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 39%Family therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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