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LGBT therapists in Lowell, MA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Lowell, MA

Lowell's LGBTQIA community can connect with empowering, solution-oriented providers on Headway who specialize in gender and sexual identity support. With flexible scheduling and 654 providers available, many clients find care starting as soon as the next day.

Cynthia Gutierrez

Cynthia Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


Hi, I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a heart for supporting individuals through the transformative journey of parenthood. Specializing in perinatal mental health, I provide compassionate, bilingual therapy to help you navigate the emotional highs and lows of pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. With a degree from Rutgers University and years of experience working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families, I understand that every journey is unique.

My approach is warm, empowering, and always centered on meeting you exactly where you are. Together, we’ll create a space for healing, growth, and renewed strength.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alyssa Kull

Alyssa Kull

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Tired of reading the same cookie cutter bio? I'll keep it short:

I graduated from UPenn 10+ yrs ago w/ a Master's in Social Work. I have experience working in every setting you could imagine. I specialize in making people feel comfortable, safe, and validated. I specialize in treating my clients like they matter, are important & are worthy, no matter what they look like, sound like, or "seem" like. I'm also an expert in being a real human being and not a robot with automated responses who will "mhmm" you to death.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Julianne Kivlin

Julianne Kivlin

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“You don't need a perfectly organized story or polished goals. I'll also explain how I work, so you can feel out whether my style is a good fit.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rebecca Stern

Rebecca Stern

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Whether you’re dealing with a long-standing struggle or a new crisis, finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming. I offer a warm, safe, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel supported from the start. Whatever you’re carrying, we’ll work through it together and find a path forward that helps you feel better.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Xing Liu

Xing Liu

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I believe that everyone deserves to be heard, regardless of their background or circumstances. Whether you are struggling with excessive worry or negative thoughts, overwhelmed by schoolwork as a student, supporting a family member with autism or developmental disability, or facing challenges as a member of a marginalized group in society, it is common to feel hopeless and worthless at times. However, you do not have to give in to these feelings.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Scandell

Rebecca Scandell

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I have 26 years of experience dealing with individuals, couples, families in therapy. We will work together to develop plans that are unique and right for you.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Erica Irfan

Erica Irfan

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


I am a licensed mental health counselor with 6 years experience in outpatient therapy, school based therapy, and emergency mental health services. I have a vast background in human services dating back to 2004 supporting folks with developmental disabilities, acquired brain injuries, adult foster care, and homeless populations.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Isabel Orbita

Isabel Orbita

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“Results-oriented, service-focused Mental Health Professional with 30+ years of experience in individual/ couples therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christa Cavanaugh

Christa Cavanaugh

Therapist

Virtual • 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
Nicholas Ciancioso

Nicholas Ciancioso

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My typical course of treatment includes gathering information to better understand your issues, creating a treatment plan together, and then working through that plan to help you achieve your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rahul Sharma

Rahul Sharma

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Through compassion, empathy, and a touch of humor, I strive to create a therapeutic environment where growth feels natural and rewarding.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Kien Shih

Kien Shih

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“As a non-binary person and first-gen immigrant, I understand the complexities of identity exploration and the unique challenges faced by folks.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Michael Kushner

Michael Kushner

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I customize my practice to meet the unique needs and preferences of each client, utilizing a range of modalities.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Chaya Choen

Chaya Choen

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My counseling style is warm, collaborative, and interactive. I believe in treating every individual with respect, sensitivity, and compassion...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Maureen McGettigan

Maureen McGettigan

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I do have advanced expertise in treating psychological trauma and continue to access the most recent research and training in the field.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Stephanie Okojie

Stephanie Okojie

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I help individuals learn skills to move past burnout and overthinking so they can live a more positive, meaningful life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alexis Joondeph-Breidbart

Alexis Joondeph-Breidbart

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My style is warm and flexible, combining cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and psychodynamic therapy to address struggles and explore deeper patterns.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Aniela LaTraverse

Aniela LaTraverse

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe every individual is the expert in their own lives and together we can work towards the goals you have set for yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tanya Baca

Dr. Tanya Baca

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to partner with you, not simply tell you what to do.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sana Chunara

Sana Chunara

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I combine evidence-based medication management with supportive, therapeutic conversation to help you feel heard and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Holly Banaian

Holly Banaian

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Holly specializes in working with adults who are overwhelmed by their thoughts and emotions, dissatisfied in their connections with others and with themselves, and seeking hope that they might one day have a life worth living.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Sandra Kather Dye

Sandra Kather Dye

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I will help you explore your strengths and build the coping skills needed for your unique challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lia Bigelow

Lia Bigelow

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My primary approach is to use a combination of Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy to help clients identify distorted thinking patterns...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kenly Brozman

Kenly Brozman

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I have 30+ years experience partnering with people to thrive by mindfully focusing on their strengths and values...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ana Bulnes

Ana Bulnes

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I specialize in working with autistic and ADHD adults, parents of neurodivergent children, and highly sensitive or creative professionals who often feel misunderstood or overwhelmed.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Adam Venter

Adam Venter

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I offer a compassionate, holistic, and empowering approach to therapy; one that is mindful of the person's physical, emotional, and social context.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Doreen Germosen

Doreen Germosen

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“The most inspiring part of being a mental health provider is taking on a role in the transformation and resilience of a person's story.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Christine Edwards

Dr. Christine Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My counseling style is genuine and humanistic. I believe in treating anyone with respect, compassion, and without judgement.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Damien Alston

Damien Alston

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“What clients can expect is to see in me is someone that is passionate and driven about "understanding."”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Susan Severson

Susan Severson

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to talk about your concerns and what you are struggling with.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Aarti Mathur

Aarti Mathur

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Come and start your journey towards a better life. I will help you develop resilience and strengthen your inner core. I will work with you to develop problem solving skills, and learn effective communication skills. I am an empathetic listener with over 10 years of experience in this field.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Philip Papoojian

Dr. 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 14 insurance carriers
Comfort Atwereboanah

Comfort Atwereboanah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 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
Bridget Lehane

Bridget Lehane

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bridgewater, MA


I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, educator, and artist. I am skilled and experienced in supporting people working on issues of self-esteem/worth, traditional and non-traditional relationship issues, sexual wellness, body-positivity, grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, recovery, life transitions, family issues, and more.

The work we do will be directed by the Person-Centered, Rogerian principles of unconditional positive regard, empathy, and belief in authentic human connection.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Crystal Hopkins

Dr. Crystal Hopkins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My goal for every client is to improve their mood and overall health by providing compassionate mental and medical health care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Catherine Hammond

Catherine Hammond

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I bring a warm, empathetic, and down-to-earth approach to helping clients navigate stress, mental health challenges, and life's harder moments.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Charles Tyson

Charles Tyson

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“As a black, queer, non-binary Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I have a personal stake and insight into the work I do.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Lowell, MA

Number of therapists serving Lowell, MA
There are over 656 therapists in Lowell, MA accepting new patients.
656+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 85%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 88%Cigna
  • 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 83%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
  • 52%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 9%Spanish
  • 2%Portuguese
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 93%Online only
  • 7%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 73%Woman
  • 22%Man
  • 4%Non-binary
License types
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  • 46%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 34%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 13%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 3%Clinical Psychologist
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 31%Family therapy
  • 21%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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