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LGBT therapists in Massachusetts

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Massachusetts

Connect with empowering LGBTQIA+-affirming mental health providers across Massachusetts on Headway's platform. Over 737 licensed providers offer evidence-based support through virtual or in-person sessions covered by most insurance plans.

Lael St Tripp

Lael St Tripp

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I've spent 12 years working almost entirely with teens and young adults. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and ADHD...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 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 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Kelly Maldonado

Dr. Kelly Maldonado

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My style is rooted in a Holistic care approach that is evidenced based, person centered and strengths based.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Heather Malin

Heather Malin

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe that meaningful change happens when you feel truly heard and understood, so I take the time to understand your story, your strengths, and what matters most to you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, 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
Alan-Michael Chest

Alan-Michael Chest

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Alan-Michael (Professor C.) honors individuality and celebrates personal gains.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Tahira Lodge

Dr. Tahira Lodge

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“With more than 25 years of clinical experience, I provide compassionate, evidence-based care grounded in a deep understanding of each individual's unique needs, strengths, and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Charles Codner

Charles Codner

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Hello, I’m Charles, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) dedicated to helping adults build healthier, more fulfilling lives. I work with individuals and couples facing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, relationship difficulties, self-esteem concerns, and major life transitions. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in trauma-informed care. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you can openly explore your experiences, gain insight into patterns that may be holding you back, and develop the tools needed to heal, grow, and move forward with confidence.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Monica Muiruri

Dr. Monica Muiruri

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who provides compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care across the lifespan.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jafar Bakhshaie

Jafar Bakhshaie

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, depressed, stuck, or worn down by stress, trauma, relationships, or health concerns, therapy can help you find a clearer path forward. I’m a licensed psychologist who works with adults, with clinical and academic experience at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School. My style is warm, practical, and evidence-based, while always tailored to you as a person.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jack Gallagher

Jack Gallagher

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I take a humanistic, collaborative approach to help clients feel supported and empowered as they navigate life's challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Marie Dely

Marie Dely

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe that every individual's journey is unique, and I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where patients feel heard, understood, and empowered throughout their treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hannah Benson

Hannah Benson

Therapist

Virtual • Taunton, MA


“My goal is to offer a warm, non-judgmental space where you can feel safe to be yourself, explore concerns and start to heal at your own pace.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Therese Binyame

Therese Binyame

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fitchburg, MA


“She ensures outstanding mental health care, medication management, empathy, with brief psychotherapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Krista Barber

Krista Barber

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“With a passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges, I offer a supportive environment where clients can explore their emotions and develop practical strategies for personal growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Lacey Alvarez

Lacey Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I specialize in treating people who have experienced trauma, mood disorders, eating disorders, and psychosis.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Kristin Bennett

Kristin Bennett

Therapist

Virtual • Plymouth, MA


“With 20 years of experience working in inpatient and outpatient care, I help clients facing addiction, trauma, anxiety, and co-occurring disorders.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Samantha Sundermeyer

Samantha Sundermeyer

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. Beginning or continuing therapy can feel like a big step, and my goal is to create a space where you feel safe, supported, validated, and genuinely understood.

I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Registered Art Therapist (ATR) with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship concerns, and other life stressors. I have a particular interest in supporting LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent clients. I am also a mother with extensive clinical experience working with children, teens, and their families.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cheyne Johnson

Cheyne Johnson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I also specialize in holistic integrative psychiatry. This means I look at the whole picture—including diet, lifestyle, and your body's natural systems—not just to treat distress, but to actively optimize your mental health and help you thrive.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Howard Bean

Howard Bean

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Clients can expect to be engaged by a motivated professional who will be working with genuine feelings of concern and investment for the person in front of them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Demitria Lazrin-Perrin

Demitria Lazrin-Perrin

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I offer a collaborative approach that is person-centered, strength-based, and empowering you to become one step closer towards your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nadia Nesmachnov

Nadia Nesmachnov

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I strive to provide a relaxed, safe space where clients can show up as they are and feel truly supported throughout their treatment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Gooding-Call

Mary Gooding-Call

Therapist

Virtual • Northampton, MA


“My therapy practice is dedicated to providing affirming, strengths-based therapy for those who are part of these marginalized communities.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Identity issues, Physical health issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Terrin Gathers

Terrin Gathers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I only use medication when necessary and support patients in starting as well as stopping medications as appropriate.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 6 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
Claude Borenzweig

Claude Borenzweig

Therapist

Virtual • Alford, MA


“Working primarily in short-term cognitive behavioral models, trouble areas are defined and broken down.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dianna Smith

Dianna Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I've been doing this work for 25 years — which means I've sat with a lot of people in a lot of different kinds of pain, and I've watched most of them find their way through it. I work with adolescents, adults, and families dealing with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ identity, cultural identity, and the messy overlaps between all of those things. I'm warm, direct, and probably a little funnier than you'd expect from a therapist. That's intentional. Some of the hardest healing I've witnessed happened in moments that also had some lightness in them. I'm LGBTQ+ affirming, work with couples and families in addition to individuals, and I accept Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, and Cigna through Headway — plus several additional insurers on Psychology Today.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Melissa Ocasio

Melissa Ocasio

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


Melyse Behavioral & Wellness is a small group practice that empowers, supports and helps clients thrive through their journey. We are a small practice designed to meet the support We have a long history working with kids in the foster care system. I work with clients from various walks of life ages 12 years and older a variety of different emotional difficulties find a way to improve the quality of your relationships with family and friends. You’re taking the first step, and I congratulate you for that because it’s not an easy thing to do.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Allison Kempson Aparico

Allison Kempson Aparico

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I believe that therapy can have a great impact on one's life. If one is motivated, one can resolve problems, feel better, and address past hardships. I have over thirty years of experience helping clients achieve their goals in a supportive and safe environment. I am fluent in both English and Spanish. I received my undergraduate degree from Stanford University and my Masters of Social Work from Columbia University. I have resided in both the United States and Latin America. I look forward to working with each and every client, in order that they may reach their happiest self possible.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 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
Julia Bratz

Julia Bratz

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am supportive, affirming, encouraging, caring, inquisitive, and ready to meet you where you are at on your mental health journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Women's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Toni Almeida-Russell

Toni Almeida-Russell

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I have invested in an approach emphasizing a more integrative, dynamic, and holistic approach to mental health and substance abuse.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nicholas Sousa

Nicholas Sousa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Norwell, MA


“My approach to providing care is centered on developing trust and understanding while building a foundation that allows for growth.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sansan MA

Sansan MA

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Hi there! I am Sansan, a 9-year practitioner with ongoing honing clinical skills, big fan of chocolate ice-cream. I view the client-therapist relationship as a collaborative alliance. You are the shining center, and I shall cast you toward the spotlight. One of the bravest things you can do is check out a therapeutic journey with me!

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jane Sullivan

Jane Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I hope to give my clients the strength and skills to feel empowered, grounded, and aware of their worth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Michael LaPointe

Michael LaPointe

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Hi! Thanks for checking out my profile! My name is Mike and I am glad you're here!

I received my masters degree in counseling from Fitchburg State University in 2017. After graduating, I started my career as a trauma-informed in home family therapist wherein I worked primarily with children, adolescents, and their caregivers teaching communication skills, coping strategies, addressing safety concerns, and working to improve stability in a home environment. Since 2022 I have worked as an outpatient counselor working with a range of clients from ages 6 to adult. I love working with a variety of clients, and focus especially on treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and identity.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wayne Pearson

Wayne Pearson

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I find humor and honesty to be my main approach when it comes to connecting and building rapport with clients.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sharon Curtin

Sharon Curtin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 8.3 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
Amaliah Torres

Amaliah Torres

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My style is warm, authentic, and non-judgmental. I believe therapy should feel like a supportive space where you don't have to have it all figured out — just a place to start.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rhyanna Anderson

Rhyanna Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I'm Rhyanna, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who is ready to help you lead a more fulfilling life. I enjoy treating those who are suffering with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting stress, ADHD, LGBTQIA+ issues, life transitions, grief, body image concerns and more. I am not specialized for any populations at this time and provide a general but effective approach.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Massachusetts

Number of therapists serving Massachusetts
There are over 729 therapists in Massachusetts accepting new patients.
729+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 87%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 85%Cigna
  • 84%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
  • 82%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 50%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 9%Spanish
  • 2%Portuguese
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 73%Woman
  • 22%Man
  • 4%Non-binary
License types
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  • 47%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 35%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 12%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
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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