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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Newton, MA
Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Newton with affirming mental health providers who understand your unique experiences and identity. Our network of 659 licensed providers offers virtual and in-person sessions, with many accepting insurance to keep care affordable.
“My approach to therapy is eclectic, pulling from a myriad of techniques and theories to find what works for you, having a main focus on the therapeutic relationship, building trust, safety, and comfort.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
I offer Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy to individuals seeking a deeper understanding of self. I help people build skills to overcome anxiety, depression and emotional overwhelm. I offer training in mindfulness, which emphasizes the importance of presence and curiosity in the healing process.
I have deep empathy and insight into exploring life’s deepest questions. Clients gain confidence and a sense of improved well-being by coming to understand themselves in a comfortable therapeutic setting. I work with diverse populations and clients beginning at young adulthood.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I usually take a Cognitive-Behavioral-Therapy approach but primarily, I am a strength-based clinician with several clinical approaches and modalities.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“Psychoanalytic treatment is a journey, not a destination - a path to greater self-awareness, acceptance, and fulfillment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“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
“I believe that people already have the tools within themselves to succeed, find their inner peace, and live up to their full potential.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I blend evidence-based care with a deeply human, creative perspective. My approach is grounded in both professional clinical experience and my own lived experience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I draw on a strengths-based approach that starts with what is already working in your life, alongside solution focused techniques to help you move toward clear, achievable goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Board Certified Music Therapist (MTBC). I received my master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling and Expressive Therapies from Lesley University.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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
“I believe therapy is a collaborative process, and my goal is to meet you where you are with compassion, curiosity, and without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“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
“I view the client-therapist relationship as a collaborative alliance. You are the shining center, and I shall cast you toward the spotlight.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I use a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach in my practice, paired with motivational interviewing, to get to the heart of the emotional and mental concerns and issues my patients face.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
See my website, or my "Psychology Today" page for further: DrNeo.US
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 2 years of advance psychiatric practice and a total of 15 years of experience in healthcare. I specialize in evidence-based care for adults living with anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, and life transitions, combining thoughtful medication management with practical strategies that help clients build a deeper understanding of their mental health.
In addition to my clinical practice, I am an author and whole-body wellness advocate. My book, BePurBold: A Woman's Journey to Whole Body Wellness, reflects my belief that lasting mental health is rooted in lifestyle, resilience, and whole-person well-being. My goal is to offer a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients feel heard, valued, and active partners in their own care.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe in a collaborative approach to psychiatric care, where we work together to create a personalized treatment plan that's just right for you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I enjoy helping individuals overcome challenges and find meaning and purpose in their lives through the process of therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Mary has advanced training in the treatment of traumatic stress. Mary uses a holistic approach to treatment that includes mindfulness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe working as a team with my patients is important as we each bring a fresh perspective to the conversation.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My approach focuses on a treatment plan that works within the framework of each client; in other words, meeting clients where they are at.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My clinical style is active and collaborative and is rooted in CBT, Narrative Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am empathetic, supportive, and empower the client to gain skills and practices helpful to manage the challenges that take place in every day life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy should feel like a collaborative and grounded space where you can show up as you are without pressure to have everything figured out.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe that the most important step in finding success in therapy is connecting with someone who understands you and can hear your perspective and respectfully challenge your thought process.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience helping adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, sexual and domestic violence, and erectile dysfunction.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I believe that therapy needs to be tailored to the specific needs of each individual, and that healing will occur when we are provided an environment of compassion and support combined with evidence-based techniques.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I know what anxiety actually looks like in a teenager, what ADHD feels like in a young woman who's been told she just "needs to try harder," and how family stress ripples through every corner of a person's life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I offer a warm, affirming space where you don't have to explain or justify who you are or what you're going through.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I create a warm, safe place where my clients can be themselves, share their challenges and their wishes for themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“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
“My approach is client-centered, and I aim to provide compassionate, evidence-based care that is tailored to your unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
I am a licensed independent clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience offering individual and family therapy. I have worked with youth ages 3-19 and their families, with a particular passion for supporting foster and adoptive families, LGBTQIA+ youth, and young people with special education needs. As an individual therapist, I have supported adolescents and adults living with the impacts of trauma, substance dependence, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia.
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to offer a space where you can feel safe in vulnerability and supported in facing challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I use a direct approach that emulates a coaching style that challenges current beliefs and makes you work to develop a healthier, more productive thought process.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am welcoming, humorous and straight forward. I believe in listening with understanding to help to guide my clients on their journey of healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
“I believe in treating the whole person, recognizing that mental, emotional, and physical well-being are interconnected.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I approach this work with curiosity, respect, and a commitment to understanding each person's unique experiences, identities, and strengths.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach to practicing therapy is grounded in the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Techniques, and Solution Focused Counseling...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I work as a companion and guide, offering direct, respectful, and non-judgmental support to help clients navigate challenges such as grief, trauma, serious illness, life transitions, and personal growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists located within 20 miles of Newton, MA
Number of therapists within 20 miles of Newton, MA
21+
Average years in practice
7 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%LGBTQIA+
- 100%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 90%PTSD
- 86%Stress management
Insurances accepted
- 100%Aetna
- 95%Cigna
- 86%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
- 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 62%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
- 90%English
- 10%Spanish
- 5%Portuguese
- 5%Twi
How they see their clients
- 95%In-person or online
- 5%In-person only
Provider gender
- 57%Woman
- 33%Man
- 10%Non-binary
License types
- 48%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 19%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
- 19%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 5%Clinical Nurse Specialist
- 5%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
- 100%Individual therapy
- 24%Family therapy
- 19%Child or adolescent therapy
- 10%Couples therapy
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