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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Norwell, MA

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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
Colette O'Hara

Colette O'Hara

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I'm committed to your overall wellbeing, and allow clients to be "in the divers' seat" when it comes to treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vita Callari

Vita Callari

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I provide a compassionate, supportive space for individuals navigating anxiety, OCD, grief and loss, life transitions, and adjustment challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, OCD
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Leandro Olszanski

Leandro Olszanski

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I specialize in helping couples and adults navigate relationship challenges, cultural differences, and major life transitions. My work is especially focused on couples who feel disconnected, stuck in recurring conflict, or unsure how to rebuild trust and emotional closeness. As a Level 3 Gottman Method-trained therapist, I help partners understand their patterns, communicate more effectively, and create a stronger relationship. I also support individuals balancing career, family, cultural adjustment, and the demands of a new chapter.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Lewis

Elizabeth Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I specialize in working with people with anxiety and OCD, and have ample experience working with people with depression, trauma, ADHD, autism, and chronic illness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Heather Benjamin

Heather Benjamin

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Modalities I like to work with include; Motivational Interviewing, IFS, Trauma Informed, IPT, Holistic, CBT, Solution Focused.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Devon Beal

Devon Beal

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Franklin, MA


“My practice is client-centered, trauma- and LGBTQA+ - informed. My style is authentic, collaborative, direct and compassionate.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Samantha Stark

Samantha Stark

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I work together with my clients to identify patterns in thoughts and behavior that are causing difficulties and focus on solutions to change these patterns.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 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
Dr. Karen Peterson

Dr. Karen Peterson

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I have lived in a whirlwind of many interrelated issues—and the shame that goes with them—which is why I feel honored when clients invite me into their worlds.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Physical health issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Derek Neaz-Nibur

Dr. Derek Neaz-Nibur

Psychologist

Virtual • Great Barrington, MA


“I focus on collaboration and fostering a warm, nonjudgmental relationship by meeting clients where they are and adapting treatment to fit individual needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Koralys Ozuna

Koralys Ozuna

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Life can be challenging and overwhelming at times but you do not have to navigate these challenges alone. Everyone deserves to have a warm, welcoming and safe place where they can feel heard, empowered and learn ways to live a life full of meaning, happiness, self-love, fulfillment, autonomy and dignity. Do you want to create change in your life? I believe that everyone has the potential to thrive and shine in their purpose. Let me help you with your journey.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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
Paula Rosenfeld

Paula Rosenfeld

Therapist

Virtual • Amherst, MA


“I am the the kind of clinician who will utilize real life references and examples of how the interventions work, I am transparent, non judgmental and will share with you the exact intent of my interventions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Sarvenaz Asiedu

Sarvenaz Asiedu

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I'm a queer, neurodivergent therapist who deeply understands the layered experience of navigating multiple marginalized identities.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kerrie Mason

Kerrie Mason

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Welcome! I am a compassionate therapist dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and families navigating life's most painful or complex challenges. My practice focuses heavily on helping people heal from trauma, manage stress and anxiety, work through depression, and navigate difficult relationship or family dynamics. I have a deep passion for supporting women's unique experiences—including maternal, pregnancy, and postpartum mental health—as well as helping individuals explore identity, cope with chronic health conditions, and process grief or life transitions. No matter who you are or what background you come from, my goal is to provide an inclusive, open-minded space where you feel genuinely seen, respected, and heard.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Luiza Rodrigues

Luiza Rodrigues

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


FIT MIND counseling services enjoys empowering clients finding a more meaningful way to live their lives and assisting them learning about the importance of self-love. Helping clients to focus on themselves and on their self-care is a precious thing. When they learn to embrace and unconditionally love for being themselves, they become stronger in the face of negativity and more able to hold onto positive thoughts when faced with challenges.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer Broomfield

Jennifer Broomfield

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe therapy should feel like a place where you can finally exhale, a space where you do not have to perform, explain away your feelings, or pretend you are okay when you are not.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Elisabeth Beasley

Elisabeth Beasley

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My goal is to provide my clients with a warm environment and a safe space where vulnerability and trust can grow.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nicholas Ahern

Nicholas Ahern

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I have extensive experience in community mental health and private practice settings working with teens and adults. I received my Masters of Science in Psychology from Johnson & Wales University. I am licensed to practice in Rhode Island, Connecticut and Massachusetts.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Charla Malamed

Charla Malamed

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My work is trauma-informed and attachment-based... I regularly use mindfulness skills and techniques from Internal Family Systems to assist my clients in developing their ability to expand their awareness, self witness, and integrate parts that have...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Marisa Penta

Dr. Marisa Penta

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I especially enjoy working with clients who are navigating and understanding their gender or sexual identity.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Denton-Smith

Michael Denton-Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Are you having difficulty adjusting to a new environment, relationship, identity, or phase of life? Do you overanalyze social interactions or struggle to connect with others? I have worked in community mental health, college counseling, and private practice settings. I work with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, life transitions and relational concerns. As a queer-identified therapist, I am also dedicated to working with LGBTQ+ folks, and affirming of kink and ENM/polyamory as well.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alex Buchwald

Alex Buchwald

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I utilize a solution-focused and trauma-informed approach, which emphasizes a persons' intrinsic strengths and empowerment of the individual.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 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 9 insurance carriers
Wright Doss

Wright Doss

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Clients consistently feel that they have been heard and validated by me, even when I then may challenge them to consider an alternative perspective.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Freyre Figueroa

Freyre Figueroa

Therapist

Virtual • Millis, MA


“Frey's approach is rooted in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Brief Therapy and Holistic approaches to address the person as a whole.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Keith Blackwell

Dr. Keith Blackwell

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My work is grounded in compassion, respect, and a genuine belief in each person's capacity for growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Anne Hopkinson

Anne Hopkinson

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I specialize in working with high-achieving, young adults who may look like they're doing "fine" on the outside but feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected on the inside.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Yudith Figueiredo

Yudith Figueiredo

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I offer a warm, collaborative, trauma-informed space. I specialize in anxiety, life transitions, identity, relationships, and substance use.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Caroline Abbott

Dr. Caroline Abbott

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My work is driven by my strong belief in humanity and individuality, the power of human connection, and the importance of life-long growth towards a more meaningful life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 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
Dr. Barbara Okeny

Dr. Barbara Okeny

Therapist

Virtual • Beverly, MA


“I have an integrated approach to therapy. This includes approaches such as dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive processing therapy, and art therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 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
Angela Fomin

Angela Fomin

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My therapeutic approach is integrative, combining various modalities such as psychodynamic therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based techniques, and...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Christina Insalaco

Dr. Christina Insalaco

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I practice Lacanian psychoanalysis, and I am currently a Candidate Psychoanalyst at the Lacanian School of Psychoanalysis in Berkeley, CA.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Phil Small

Dr. Phil Small

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Many of the people I work with are high-functioning adults who appear to be managing life well from the outside but are privately struggling with anxiety, burnout, relationship challenges, ADHD, or major life transitions. I have a particular interest in men's mental health and helping professionals navigate the pressures that come with demanding careers, relationships, and family responsibilities. I work with adults, and can support parenting and divorce-related work, as well.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

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
Valerie Smith

Valerie Smith

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with a background in inpatient care, including working with individuals in crisis and navigating complex mental health situations. I am now building an outpatient practice where I can offer consistent, ongoing support. Prescribing is central to my work, and I approach it thoughtfully, always looking for what will genuinely help each person over the long term. I am committed to being a steady, reliable presence for my clients as they work toward their goals.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Norwell, MA

Number of therapists serving Norwell, MA
There are over 696 therapists in Norwell, MA accepting new patients.
696+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 87%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 84%Cigna
  • 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 78%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
  • 50%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 9%Spanish
  • 1%Portuguese
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 92%Online only
  • 7%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 72%Woman
  • 23%Man
  • 4%Non-binary
License types
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  • 45%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
  • 18%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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