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LGBT therapists in Parkville, MD

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Parkville, MD

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Parkville with affirming mental healthcare providers who understand your unique experiences. With 603 licensed providers nationally and virtual or in-person sessions, find the right therapeutic support for your journey. Many clients save 75% on sessions through insurance coverage.

Folasade Akinkuowo

Folasade Akinkuowo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I'm committed to working closely with you to achieve optimal mental wellness. Together, we'll navigate your challenges, foster resilience, and empower you to lead a fulfilling life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Annette Callahan

Annette Callahan

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Clients can expect to take away clarity and insight, those "aha" moments where a confusing emotion or situation suddenly makes senses.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Genai Moore

Genai Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I am particularly passionate about serving people of color and the LGBTQAI+ community, acknowledging the importance of culturally competent and affirming mental health care.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leslie Taylor

Leslie Taylor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


Great to meet you!

As a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I believe prioritizing mental health is integral to happiness and stability in life. Seeking help can be one of the hardest parts, so congratulations on taking that step! I’m honored to share that I have been helping people for nearly 25 years... and counting! I look forward to working with you and uncovering the solutions needed to help you live the life you desire and deserve!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 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
Wayne Young

Wayne Young

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Using cognitive behavioral therapy, I can aid clients by educating them on concepts related to thinking patterns and the connections between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Eric Conway

Eric Conway

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe anyone can recover. Together we can learn to process difficult experiences, identify the root causes of unproductive behaviors, and heal the wounds that drive them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kevin Carter

Kevin Carter

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My therapeutic approach is organic, inclusive, and integrative, blending CBT with multiple therapeutic modalities to support diverse needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Dr. Miranda Mbutambe

Dr. Miranda Mbutambe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Berwyn Heights, MD


“She provides compassionate care for both physical and mental health needs, helping patients find practical solutions and regain balance in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Patricia Ortez Aparicio

Patricia Ortez Aparicio

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I take a collaborative, non-judgmental approach to counseling that focuses on identifying each family's unique strengths and challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LaKita Matthews

LaKita Matthews

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that healing begins with a genuine connection, so I focus on creating a space where you feel seen, heard, and safe.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dionne Benjamin

Dionne Benjamin

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is rooted in compassion and empathy, allowing me to integrate a variety of therapeutic methods that are tailored to the unique needs of each client.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Carolyn Gonterman

Carolyn Gonterman

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is integrative and holistic with a focus on supporting adults in making lasting change, deconstructing shame, and promoting self-empowerment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sarah Olson

Sarah Olson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Clients would say I am non-judgmental, real, humorous, empathic, go with the flow, good listener, all over the place (squirrel) and provides skills, resources, and thinking outside the box.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ebony Peterson

Ebony Peterson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I utilize an integrative approach that focuses on the mind, body and soul to teach each individual how to develop a stronger and improved relationship with themself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Nelly Kangethe

Dr. Nelly Kangethe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Lutherville, MD


“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
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
Myriah Davis

Myriah Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I work from a compassionate but direct approach - balancing emotional support with practical tools, accountability, and deeper self awareness.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Chelsea Fry

Chelsea Fry

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


A combination of lived experiences, years of training, and witnessing the lack of comprehensive and inclusive sexual education has centered my clinical priorities on LGBTQ+ clients and clients working through sexual health matters (including sexual exploration, gender and sexuality, non-monogamy, and healing from sexual trauma).

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melanie Sentz

Melanie Sentz

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I am very passionate about supporting you in your efforts to build on your strengths, rediscover your joy in life, and carve out an existence that brings you a sense of peace and meaning.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Caroline Hippler

Caroline Hippler

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I am passionate about helping people live the lives they want to live and specialize in gender affirming therapy for people across the lifespan.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 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
Wright Doss

Wright Doss

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Clients consistently feel that they have been heard and validated by me, even when I then may challenge them to consider an alternative perspective.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Olajumoke Rotimi

Olajumoke Rotimi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Columbia, MD


“My goal is to always be approachable and provide optimism, ideas, and support as clients figure things out.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 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
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
Dr. Katherine Eyegue-Sandy

Dr. Katherine Eyegue-Sandy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Takoma Park, MD


“I don't see you as a diagnosis or a checklist of symptoms. I see a whole person — with a unique story, real strengths, and an incredible capacity to heal and grow.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tanisha Richardson

Tanisha Richardson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Together we can develop a restorative approach through the use of one-on-one interventions, tailored coping techniques, and personalized methods to assist in moving forward.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Korey Puckett

Korey Puckett

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I love to provide a safe empathic place during therapy. I love helping clients gain insight and skills to improve their well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 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
Tania Heath

Tania Heath

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Chevy Chase, MD


“I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse practitioner who specializes in Medication Management for ages 8 years or older.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Edith Kplivi

Edith Kplivi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Gaithersburg, MD


“I pride myself on being a good listener, provide a safe and supportive environment, collaborating with clients to develop personalized treatment plans to help achieve mental wellness and improve quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 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
David Kohn

David Kohn

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Silver Spring, MD


“My approach involves taking a look at the whole person, including life history, personality patterns, relationships, current stressors, and physical health.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 10 insurance carriers
Brittany Jordan

Brittany Jordan

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I specialize in treating grief, anxiety, crises, depression, and bipolar disorders. I utilize techniques like CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), REBT (Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy), Solution-Focused Therapy and more.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lynn Bass

Lynn Bass

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hi, congratulations on the first step toward healing and growth. My name is Lynn, I am a LCPC in Maryland with 10 years of experience. I like to work with adults and focus on trauma work, bipolar disorder, depression and anxiety.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 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
Minadia Ellis

Minadia Ellis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I prioritize a holistic framework, recognizing the interconnectedness of mental and physical well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Parkville, MD

Number of therapists serving Parkville, MD
There are over 601 therapists in Parkville, MD accepting new patients.
601+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 83%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 85%Cigna
  • 80%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 74%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • 57%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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  • 38%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical
  • 32%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 23%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 4%Clinical Psychologist
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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