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LGBT therapists in Chelmsford, MA


Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Chelmsford, MA
Chelmsford residents seeking LGBTQIA-affirming therapy can connect with Headway's diverse network of 732 providers. Whether navigating identity, relationships, or mental health, experienced therapists are available for in-person or virtual sessions with flexible scheduling options.
I am a certified cognitive behavioral therapist who is also mindful of the emotions we feel as humans. I believe therapy is holistic—mind, body, and well-being. My goal is to create a safe and judgment-free place to help guide and support you. I was previously an elementary school teacher. I am neurodivergent and enjoy working with the neurodivergent population.
As a board certified psychotherapist, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. I've been practicing for 15 years, and my main focus is to help alleviate your pain, whether it be from depression, anxiety, trauma, or dissociation. I've excelled myself in and places great value on serving clients from diverse racial, gender, and sexual backgrounds. I am Deaf and fluent in American Sign Language.
I provide trauma-informed, affirming care grounded in CBT and DBT. I work with LGBTQ+ individuals, college and medical students navigating crisis and burnout, and clients facing emotion dysregulation, perinatal challenges, OCD, PTSD, and BPD. Passionate about serving marginalized communities, I bring a social justice lens to every session—creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore, grow, and build lasting resilience.
I’m Jose Garcia, a licensed therapist (LICSW, CCM) with over a decade of experience helping adults navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, substance use, and life transitions. I provide a supportive, culturally sensitive, and bilingual environment to help clients feel understood and empowered to grow.
I am a licensed independent clinical social worker with over 10 years of experience as a psychotherapist and career counselor. I have worked with clients with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, adjusting to college life and career challenges. I also have experience counseling clients with medical illnesses including Long Covid. My therapy style has been described as warm and engaging; I believe in creating a safe space with respect, compassion and open dialogue necessary to building trust.
Salem Black, who holds a Master’s degree in both Biomedical Anthropology and Social Work, has an extensive background in working with children and families. His academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, followed by a Master’s degree in Biomedical Anthropology from Binghamton University. This interdisciplinary approach provided him with a unique perspective on the intersection of behavioral patterns and public health.
About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Chelmsford, MA



- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 98%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 91%Stress management
- 87%Trauma

- 99%Aetna
- 85%Cigna
- 84%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
- 82%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 50%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

- 99%English
- 9%Spanish
- 2%Portuguese
- 1%Hindi
- 1%French

- 90%Online only
- 10%In-person or online

- 73%Woman
- 22%Man
- 4%Non-binary

- 47%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
- 35%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 12%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 3%Clinical Psychologist
- 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist

- 100%Individual therapy
- 30%Family therapy
- 18%Couples therapy
- 16%Child or adolescent therapy
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