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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.

Michelle Mattison

Michelle Mattison

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I have been a licensed clinical psychologist for over 25 years and specialize in working with adults who experience anxiety; depression; trauma history; severe mental illness and/or substance use issues.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Hannah Conley

Dr. Hannah Conley

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


My clinical degree is a Master of Science in Social Administration (MSSA, MSW equivalent) from Case Western Reserve in Cleveland, Ohio (2016). I completed my Master of Education in Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) from University of Cincinnati (2016), and have experience as a provider of ABA services. I have a Doctorate in Behavioral Health from Arizona State University(2020).

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kinga Pieta

Kinga Pieta

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I am dedicated to creating a supportive and collaborative space where you can feel heard and understood. My work is guided by a passion for helping individuals navigate challenges, uncover their strengths, and achieve personal growth. I prioritize staying up-to-date with the latest evidence-based practices through ongoing learning and professional development.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Olson

Amanda Olson

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I focus on strengths-based, person-centered approach using talk therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy to support in meeting your needs and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Vamsi Tummalachetty

Dr. Vamsi Tummalachetty

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I tailor my approach with precision — matching the evidence base to your specific diagnosis, goals, and circumstances rather than applying a single framework to every client.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Marydanielle Verrier

Marydanielle Verrier

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I specialize in drug and alcohol counseling, providing psychoeducation and practical tools to support recovery, build coping skills, and promote long-term success.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Julie Bertocchi

Julie Bertocchi

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“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
Kelsey Killeen

Kelsey Killeen

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“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
Sarah Wright

Sarah Wright

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“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
Derrick Lacasse

Derrick Lacasse

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


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
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
Kendra Smith

Kendra Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“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
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
Jordan Crawford

Jordan Crawford

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is integrative and relational. I pride myself on being adaptable, approachable and creative with my therapeutic methods.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sansan MA

Sansan MA

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“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
Dr. Justin Resil

Dr. Justin Resil

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“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
Dr. Neophytos Papaneophytou

Dr. Neophytos Papaneophytou

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


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
Francine Forbes

Francine Forbes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


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
Ranayda Drayton

Ranayda Drayton

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and client-centered. I believe in meeting individuals where they are, honoring their lived experiences, and empowering them to identify and build on their own strengths.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Rose

Danielle Rose

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


I especially enjoy working with clients who are ready to take that first step toward change, even if they aren’t quite sure where to begin. You don’t need to have all the answers or know exactly what you want to work on to get started. What matters most is a willingness to show up, remain open to new perspectives, and explore the parts of yourself and your experiences that may be difficult to face. Therapy can involve digging deep, challenging familiar patterns, and sitting with uncomfortable feelings, but it can also lead to meaningful growth and a deeper understanding of yourself.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Robert Holmes

Robert Holmes

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“My approach is strength based, person centered. You take control of a session, direct therapy, goals, and interventions to suit you that work for you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Milagros Chatelain

Milagros Chatelain

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“At the core of my work is a commitment to helping clients show up as they are without having to shrink themselves to be understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Laura Henry Kuper

Laura Henry Kuper

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Clients who work with me can expect to feel heard, seen, and collaborated with from our first session.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Samantha Marchena

Samantha Marchena

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I want therapy to be more of a brainstorm session with another real person: little to no jargon use, I will be transparent with you, and you will be treated like you are the expert of your life (because you are).”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Maddy Morrin

Maddy Morrin

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I'd like to help you uncover the best version of yourself. I work to develop a safe and trusting relationship and then draw on strengths you already have to help you grow into your best self- for your partner, your children, your loved ones, and most importantly for you.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kim Guercio

Kim Guercio

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My goal is to create a space and time for you to explore your experiences and challenges in order to make positive changes in your life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tiffany Benford

Tiffany Benford

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“When entering a therapeutic relationship with me, clients are receiving someone who knows what it is like to walk the path of healing, not just study it or have authority over them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Taylor Macaruso

Taylor Macaruso

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Hello, I am Taylor, a licensed clinical social worker. Helping others has always been a passion of mine and I enjoy assisting people on their journey of healing and growth. I have been doing work in this field for over 10 years and have experience with a wide variety of populations. I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, LGBQIA related topics, dementia and grief.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Hector Santos-Aponte

Hector Santos-Aponte

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“You don't have to figure this out alone — and you don't have to wait until things get worse to reach out.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Thandika Brown

Dr. Thandika Brown

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Psychotherapy can be a transformative experience that helps you explore your inner world. My approach allows us to explore the parts of yourself that remain hidden, difficult to understand, slow to change, and stuck.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Emily Jurries

Emily Jurries

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I provide a space for people to increase self-awareness and learn to use this awareness to their advantage.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dana Connor

Dana Connor

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is grounded, direct, and collaborative. I work with people navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, self-esteem, and patterns that can feel difficult to understand or change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Victor Milberg

Victor Milberg

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I'm genuine, interactive, and warm. I make great efforts to be available to accommodate your schedule.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Derick Arhin

Derick Arhin

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“With a background in athletics and mental performance coaching, I understand the demands of balancing expectations, relationships, and personal goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jimmy Owens

Jimmy Owens

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“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
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
Dr. Marcos Cancado

Dr. Marcos Cancado

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“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
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
Lisa Gold

Lisa Gold

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I like to create a environment of comfort, compassion ,humor and love with a system that is simple and easy to understand.Using various techniques and expertise, I will help you develop a practice and plan that allows you to manage, live a life of presence ,find a sense of freedom.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Diabetes
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Frankie Vera

Frankie Vera

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is collaborative, supportive, and tailored to your unique needs, experiences, and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Newton, MA
There are over 21 therapists in Newton, MA accepting new patients.
21+
Average years in practice
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7 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 90%PTSD
  • 86%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 95%Cigna
  • 86%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
  • 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 62%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
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  • 90%English
  • 10%Spanish
  • 5%Portuguese
  • 5%Twi
How they see their clients
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  • 95%In-person or online
  • 5%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 57%Woman
  • 33%Man
  • 10%Non-binary
License types
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  • 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
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 24%Family therapy
  • 19%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 10%Couples therapy

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