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LGBT therapists in Chelmsford, MA

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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.

Peter O'Brien

Peter O'Brien

Therapist

Virtual • Sudbury, MA


“I don't believe therapy should feel like an evaluation or a lecture — it should feel like a place where you can speak openly and think clearly about your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lauren Lundin

Lauren Lundin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Massachusetts


“I provide a calm, collaborative space where individuals can pause, reflect, and engage in meaningful self-understanding.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sarah Godlewski

Sarah Godlewski

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


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.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristen Crossen

Kristen Crossen

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


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.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rosa Guzman

Rosa Guzman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Holyoke, MA


“I specifically work with the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Community to give my clients hope, compassion, understanding, and support through their journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Princess Francois

Dr. Princess Francois

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I embrace an open-minded perspective and prioritize a person-centered approach in treatment, ensuring that every individual feels valued and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Abe Zubarev

Dr. Abe Zubarev

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I firmly believe that life becomes an adventure rather than a chore when people find ways to integrate their definition of meaning and purpose into their daily lives and careers.”
LGBTQIA+, Depression, Men's issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kaily Ritz

Kaily Ritz

Therapist

Virtual • Pittsfield, MA


“I believe that every human needs a space where we can be seen, heard, and supported in a compassionate way.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Greenberg

Rachel Greenberg

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I believe that every human being possesses the power to change. I believe that every person has the ability to access hope, inner strength, positive relationships and peace through inner work with the help of a skilled therapist.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Simon Selwyn

Simon Selwyn

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Waltham, MA


“Kindness, compassion, empathy, and a non-judgmental attitude are the cornerstones of who I am, both professionally and personally.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Kemisola Ebietomiye

Dr. Kemisola Ebietomiye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am receptive, holistic, and solution-oriented. My goal is for patients to leave their session feeling understood, with their concerns addressed, and a clear treatment plan in mind.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Genevieve Moran

Genevieve Moran

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps teens and young adults work through anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Samantha Reis

Samantha Reis

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“With education in both talk therapy and art therapy, I bring a creative approach to individualized counseling.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
B Croy

B Croy

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My therapeutic style emphasizes the psychodynamic model. My unique approach weaves together insight-oriented therapy with skills-based strategies drawn from DBT.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yana Tallon-Hicks

Yana Tallon-Hicks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Greenfield, MA


“I meet clients with kindness and curiosity in my sessions and provide a refreshingly open and non-judgmental space to talk about sex, sexuality, relationships, gender, and identity.”
LGBTQIA+, Identity issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Transgender issues
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Engi Begi

Engi Begi

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach to therapy is person-centered, collaborative, and empowering. I strive to create a safe and supportive space where you can openly navigate life's challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Hallick Lehmann

Hallick Lehmann

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe in a collaborative approach to mental healthcare, working closely with my clients to develop personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Megan Costello

Megan Costello

Therapist

Virtual • Belmont, MA


“I work at being open, LGBTQ+ affirming therapist who uses an eclectic mix of trauma-focused therapy, IFS, DBT, and CBT—tailoring tools to fit your unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Identity issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Terrin Gathers

Terrin Gathers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I only use medication when necessary and support patients in starting as well as stopping medications as appropriate.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Yixi Dong

Yixi Dong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Cambridge, MA


“I understand because I've been there. As a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, I specialize in helping college students...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anne Marie Lemieux

Anne Marie Lemieux

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I've spent my career in high schools, working alongside students with social, emotional, and behavioral challenges - the kind that don't always show up in a clinical office, but shape someone's entire trajectory.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Heather Connors

Heather Connors

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe that medications are a tool, not a fix, so we will talk about a variety of interventions to support your wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Julia Bratz

Julia Bratz

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am supportive, affirming, encouraging, caring, inquisitive, and ready to meet you where you are at on your mental health journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Women's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Desiree Curcio

Dr. Desiree Curcio

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


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.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mark Lipman

Mark Lipman

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe in an holistic approach to therapy where multiple modalities can invite multiple perspectives, and perspective is key in gaining clarity.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Hurley

Katherine Hurley

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“As a person who has lived with chronic pain, I'm happy to share what I have learned along the way, while helping you find what works for you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Drost

Stephanie Drost

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I use cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused, EMDR, dialectical behavioral therapy, and solution focused therapy primarily in my practice.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Alexandra Gilbert

Alexandra Gilbert

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe therapy is collaborative and that a relaxed, honest, and at times humorous communication style helps create an authentic environment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Bradley Wallace

Bradley Wallace

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe therapy works best when it feels collaborative, culturally sensitive, and grounded in trust.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darya Mangeym

Darya Mangeym

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“All of you is welcome here. At the root of my therapeutic approach is the belief that every person is worthy of compassion, support, and the experience of feeling seen.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Steven Littleton

Steven Littleton

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My role as a therapist is to provide support, guidance, and undivided attention while my clients take their time building trust in the healing process.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, Panic disorders
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jose Garcia-Mercado

Jose Garcia-Mercado

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


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.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michael Hall

Michael Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe that the resilience we gain living with adversity is often the greatest skill needed in reaching our definition of success.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Kathleen Mackenzie

Dr. Kathleen Mackenzie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Bedford, MA


“I am trained in integrative mental health and functional medicine. The people who tend to seek me out are looking for something more comprehensive than talk therapy...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Burgin

Jennifer Burgin

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I strive to be different than other therapists and will go above and beyond to customize therapy just for you...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Megan Nelson

Megan Nelson

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I specialize in interpersonal traumas, including sexual violence, childhood traumas, identity-based trauma, and the impact of generational trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jack Harari

Jack Harari

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


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.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Eric Flaman

Eric Flaman

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I have over 10 years of experience working with families, at risk youth and teens, adults, and couples.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Salem Black

Salem Black

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


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.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shannon Davidenko

Shannon Davidenko

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am passionate about working collaboratively with clients using cognitive behavioral, supportive, and strengths-based therapies.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Chelmsford, MA

Number of therapists serving Chelmsford, MA
There are over 728 therapists in Chelmsford, MA accepting new patients.
728+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 87%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 85%Cigna
  • 84%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
  • 82%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 50%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 9%Spanish
  • 2%Portuguese
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 73%Woman
  • 22%Man
  • 4%Non-binary
License types
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  • 47%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 35%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 12%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 3%Clinical Psychologist
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 30%Family therapy
  • 18%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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