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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Concord, MA

Finding an open-minded therapist who affirms your identity matters. In Concord, Headway's warm and inquisitive providers specialize in supporting LGBTQIA+ mental health through evidence-based approaches, with flexible scheduling and free initial consultations available.

Sharon Curtin

Sharon Curtin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 6 mi away • Lexington, MA


“I am dedicated to fostering trusting relationships and providing thoughtful individualized care in a warm and supportive setting.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Richard Williams

Richard Williams

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 8.1 mi away • Westford, MA


Now accepting patients in Massachusetts! Offering in office visits on the fourth Monday of each month in Westford, MA from 8:00 until 11:30 and virtual visits throughout the week.

I have been in healthcare for over 20 years and enjoy partnering with patients . As a gay man, I understand the comfort that comes with working with someone from the community.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
William Crawford

William Crawford

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Natick, MA


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing medication

management and therapy for children ages 5+, adolescents, and adults. I treat ADHD,

depression, anxiety, PTSD, insomnia, and related conditions. I also work with adults with autism

spectrum disorder and ADHD, providing diagnostic clarification and ongoing treatment within

general psychiatric care. I offer in-person and telehealth visits and focus on collaborative,

evidence-based, and individualized care.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sarah Harre

Sarah Harre

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Natick, MA


Life can be hard, and everyone needs help sometimes. In fact, humans are by nature collaborative. It can be difficult to see all the possibilities when your mood or hurts from your past are getting in the way.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Annie Atwater

Annie Atwater

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Boston, MA


“Annie works exclusively with LGBTQI people and their caregivers/loved ones across the life span, ages 3+”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lydia Klauck Gonzalez

Lydia Klauck Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Cambridge, MA


“As a first generation Brazilian-American woman who grew up half her life in Brazil, I bring a culturally attuned and inclusive lens to my work.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Allen Howell

Allen Howell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Brookline, MA


I see my role as creating a safe space a where you can explore what it means to be you. Within the therapeutic alliance, built on trust and safety, I will listen to your joys, fears, and pain with empathy and compassion, and offer you tools to thrive.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Matt Conti

Matt Conti

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Brookline, MA


You need insight into your problems, not more advice. I'm Matt, a licensed professional specializing in helping teens and emerging adults (13–30) keep their footing in the whirlwind of adolescence and becoming an adult.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carmen Guy

Carmen Guy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Wakefield, MA


“She specializes in integrating a holistic approach to mental wellness & offers comprehensive treatment options.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michael Mullahy

Michael Mullahy

Therapist

In-person • 14 mi away • Brookline, MA


“Therapy begins with an invitation to speak freely. It is a unique opportunity to learn to hear what our struggles are trying to say.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Neah Ling

Neah Ling

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Wellesley Hills, MA


“My approach integrates holistic evidence-based therapy and medication management to help you build wellness, resilience, and confidence.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Hallie Stone

Hallie Stone

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • North Reading, MA


“I take a holistic approach to counseling by supporting folks in exploring their attitudes, values, beliefs, and lived experiences when it comes to identifying treatment goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shaun Spanos

Shaun Spanos

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Wakefield, MA


I am a dedicated psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 20 years of experience in both acute care and psychiatric nursing. In my practice, I believe that understanding your issues is the first step toward healing. I take the time to truly listen to your experiences, validating your feelings, and recognizing the weight of what you’re going through. With a holistic approach to psychiatric and medical management, I specialize in the medication management of ADHD, Anxiety, OCD, Trauma, Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, and Insomnia. Together, we’ll work to help you find the balance and peace you deserve.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Mark Joyce

Mark Joyce

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Northborough, MA


As a licensed mental health clinician, I utilize a combination of evidence-based interventions and genuine compassion, empathy, and belief in growth through the therapy process. My background is in cognitive behavioral therapy, with training in dialectical behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing. I have experience working with teenagers and adults of all ages in addressing struggles related to anxiety, depression, addiction, grief & loss, life transitions, and trauma.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carlos Covarrubias

Carlos Covarrubias

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Boston, MA


“My general goal of each session is to help you be more independent and powerful, to have more control and confidence, and to move in the most helpful direction.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Desilets De Cardenas

Elizabeth Desilets De Cardenas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Marlborough, MA


“I believe that change is possible if you have a safe environment to leave your comfort zone AND the skills needed to make those necessary changes.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Comfort Atwereboanah

Comfort Atwereboanah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Norwood, MA


“Comfort values holistic care; thus her practice is centered upon a collaborative strength-based approach.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Mulcahy-Avery

Jennifer Mulcahy-Avery

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Salem, MA


“I have been working as a clinical social worker for the past six years and in the field of mental health for the past 15.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Holly Little Van Straaten

Holly Little Van Straaten

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Danvers, MA


I work with individuals and people in relationships navigating grief, trauma, anxiety, shame, anger, relationship distress, parenting, adoption, identity, and life transitions. Together, we'll slow down enough to notice what has been difficult to see, better understand what's happening beneath the surface, and explore new ways of relating to yourself and others.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Anthony Rofino

Anthony Rofino

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Marblehead, MA


“My goal is to create a therapeutic environment where you can feel most comfortable to express your situation and feel both supported and challenged to improve your situation by focusing on what you can control.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Jimmy Pacombe

Dr. Jimmy Pacombe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Stoughton, MA


“My goal is to alleviate your suffering and simplify your life through natural empathy, compassion, intuition, and the negotiation of appropriate treatments.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mercy Irura

Mercy Irura

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Methuen, MA


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings, providing comprehensive mental health care across diverse populations. My background includes extensive work in behavioral health emergency settings, partial hospitalizations, IOP, recovery care, community psychiatric care. I also have experience supporting dually diagnosed patients with co-occurring medical conditions, giving me a broad perspective on the complex interplay between mental and physical health.

I earned my PMHNP degree from Post University and hold PMHNP licensure in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Throughout my career, I have remained committed to evidence-based care, while continuously seeking opportunities for professional development and growth in the mental health field.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Joshua Cohen

Joshua Cohen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Medfield, MA


“In my therapeutic work, I embrace a client-centered and strengths-based perspective that seeks to empower my clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Philip Papoojian

Philip Papoojian

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ashburnham, MA


“For people who suffer from substance use, I truly believe that most substance abuse is the result self-medication of the underlying mental health and trauma issues.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jessica Stanley

Jessica Stanley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Norwell, MA


Healing Across the Lifespan: A Partnership in Mental Wellness

Choosing a mental health provider is a deeply personal decision. You aren’t just looking for a prescriber; you are looking for a witness to your story, an expert in the biological complexities of the brain, and a partner in your recovery.

My name is Jessica Stanley, and I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). My journey to this practice has been defined by a unique duality: the macro view of a healthcare executive and the micro focus of a dedicated clinician. Before opening the doors to this practice, I served as the Clinical Director for a large-scale healthcare organization. In that role, I was responsible for the oversight of complex systems, the mentorship of large clinical teams, and the implementation of evidence-based protocols across diverse populations.

While my time in leadership allowed me to impact mental health at a systemic level, my true passion has always remained in the quiet, transformative moments of the exam room. I have returned to full-time clinical practice to bring that high-level expertise back to where it matters most: the individual human experience.

Mental health does not exist in a vacuum, nor does it look the same at age seven as it does at seventy. I specialize in treating patients across the entire lifespan. Whether I am working with a child struggling to navigate their first years of school, an adolescent facing the pressures of identity formation, or an adult managing the heavy mantle of career and family, my approach remains the same: comprehensive, compassionate, and evidence based.

Areas of Specialization

I am trained to treat a broad spectrum of psychiatric conditions including:

ADHD & Neurodivergence

Anxiety Disorders

Depression

PTSD & Trauma Recovery

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Chrissy Doucette

Chrissy Doucette

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Auburn, MA


As a LMHC and Art Therapist, my work is rooted in the belief that creative expression can be a powerful pathway to healing, insight, and personal growth. My use of art therapy offers a unique way to explore thoughts, emotions and behaviors. Through the creative process you can safely examine experiences, reduce stress, and access deeper self-understanding. No artistic skill or background is needed the focus is on expression, not perfection.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brittny Maravelias

Brittny Maravelias

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Beverly, MA


My background includes supporting individuals, couples, and families from a variety of backgrounds in navigating personal and life challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, parenting skills, grief and loss, transitions, etc. Currently, I am only offering individual services.

I also have 10+ years of specialized experience in working with survivors of sexual violence and non-offending loved ones in understanding the impact of trauma and exploring their own healing journey.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacques-Paul Barbour

Jacques-Paul Barbour

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Taunton, MA


“Counseling is a unique process for you to feel safe and be yourself, to create goals and find ways to improve your quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Christine DiPaolo

Christine DiPaolo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Hingham, MA


“My greatest strengths as a provider, are providing genuine, client centered care, and helping individuals to feel authentic, respected, and comfortable in my space.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christa Cavanaugh

Christa Cavanaugh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lakeville, MA


“I have a strong passion for supporting individuals through a variety of life challenges, especially those involving complex trauma, PTSD, and the intersection of mental health and substance use.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Olga Gorea

Olga Gorea

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Swansea, MA


“I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner providing empathetic, patient-centered psychiatric care for adults.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tara Roque

Tara Roque

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Westport, MA


“My approach is positive and person-centered, building upon the strengths, skills, and resilience you already have.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Erin Sadiq

Erin Sadiq

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Amherst, MA


Hello! My name is Erin Sadiq and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience supporting individuals and families through a strengths-based, trauma-informed lens. I am passionate about fostering resilience and emotional wellness across diverse populations.

I specialize in anxiety, depression, family systems, child/adolescent mental health, and use an integrative approach that may include CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques. I am client-centered and work hard to create a safe, collaborative space for growth and healing.

I earned my Master of Social Work from the University of New Hampshire and maintain active licensure in Massachusetts. In addition to my clinical work, I am committed to ongoing professional development and community advocacy.

When not working, I love traveling, exploring new places, and soaking in the beauty of different cultures and experiences.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Anna Sloan

Dr. Anna Sloan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Amherst, MA


“I specialize in the treatment of mental health in the context of challenging systemic conditions such as cancer, autoimmune disease, chronic pain, Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, fibromyalgia, and ME/CFS.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lora Freeman

Lora Freeman

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I have my master’s degree from Lesley University in Mental Health Counseling and Expressive Arts Therapy. I am certified as a mindfulness teacher, mediator, and yoga teacher. The mind-body connection is an important aspect of the approach I take with clients. I am also trained to provide Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). Additionally, I’m a facilitator of Gender Equity and Reconciliation, so it informs my work with couples and relationship challenges. I specialize in working with adult individual clients and couples who experience anxiety, depression, adult and childhood trauma, relationship conflict/transitions, and mid-life transitions.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anjalie Pieres

Anjalie Pieres

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My goal is to be both a gentle witness and an ally, helping you to find & stand in your power, identifying disparities & restoring balance in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ethan Gilson

Ethan Gilson

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I am well versed in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) models and offer a direct and compassionate humanistic approach. I use Logo therapy, Gestalt therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I am also well versed in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT).

I look forward to talking and working with you and hope the work we do together helps you find contentment and joy in your life.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
J.J. Mull

J.J. Mull

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


My name is J.J. Mull -- I'm a clinical social worker and therapist in private practice. I trained and Smith College School for Social Work and received advanced training in psychoanalytic treatment at Cambridge Health Alliance through Harvard Department of Psychiatry. Since finishing my training, I have worked in a wide range of settings with people struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, substance use disorders, significant trauma, and many other issues. In addition to my clinical work, I am a writer, poet, and researcher and have been a professor in the Masters in Social Work program at Smith College for 4 years.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Theofanis Babasidis

Theofanis Babasidis

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I aim to create a warm, curious space for exploring the unconscious, relationships, and life transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Miller

Samantha Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I approach my work with clients through a strength-based and trauma-informed perspective. I am trained in evidence-based therapy modalities, including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, which I incorporate into...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of Concord, MA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Concord, MA
There are over 21 therapists in Concord, MA accepting new patients.
21+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 90%Trauma
  • 86%Family issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 90%Aetna
  • 81%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
  • 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 76%Cigna
  • 62%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
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  • 90%English
  • 14%Spanish
  • 5%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 90%In-person or online
  • 10%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 48%Woman
  • 43%Man
  • 10%Non-binary
License types
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  • 33%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 29%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 24%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 5%Clinical Nurse Specialist
  • 5%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 33%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 19%Family therapy
  • 5%Couples therapy

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