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LGBT therapists in Westford, MA

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Westford, MA

Westford residents seeking LGBTQIA+-competent mental health support can work with Headway's warm, creative providers who celebrate authenticity. Sessions are flexible—virtual or in-person—and the average client saves 75% on care through insurance coverage.

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 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Abe Zubarev

Dr. Abe Zubarev

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I firmly believe that life becomes an adventure rather than a chore when people find ways to integrate their definition of meaning and purpose into their daily lives and careers.”
LGBTQIA+, Depression, Men's issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jessica Guest

Jessica Guest

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I like to meet my patients where they are at, and work together to identify and work toward goals at a pace that works for the patient.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Francis Fleming

Francis Fleming

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I use psychodynamic, CBT, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy techniques to help clients develop more adaptive responses to the challenges of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Erika Fugere

Erika Fugere

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Hey there! I am a therapist that has a passion for helping individuals cope with ongoing life stressors. I want to assist people with building the best version of themselves. I specialize in working with those who struggle to manage their stress and/or anxiety. I love working with individuals who are struggling to navigate the complex world of relationships & parenting. I also enjoy helping those who struggle with financial stress and anxiety build a healthier relationship with money.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 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 3 insurance carriers
Courtney Connolly

Courtney Connolly

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I use a trauma-informed approach, drawing from CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, and Solution-Focused Therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 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 10 insurance carriers
Jordon Lee

Jordon Lee

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I specialize in treating adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, substance use disorders (SUD), alcohol use disorders (AUD), and trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Carolyne Mburu-Gerena

Carolyne Mburu-Gerena

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Cambridge, MA


“My approach is collaborative, integrative, and individualized. I take time to understand your symptoms, medical and medication history, sleep, stress, physical health, daily routines, and goals before recommending a plan.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Shaylee Olive

Shaylee Olive

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I approach therapy with a supportive, flexible, caring mindset. I integrate lots of questions and feedback to help you consider various perspectives!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Stacy Scott

Dr. Stacy Scott

Psychologist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I use an active participatory style to help patients feel at ease, using a more conversational style.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maria Mead

Maria Mead

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Breaking down and transcending the stereotypes of seeking mental health treatment for people of diverse backgrounds -- especially in the Latinx community -- is central to my practice.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Claire Elwyn

Claire Elwyn

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“With over 11 years of experience as a clinician, I've walked alongside people through some of life's most difficult moments.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anne Marie Lemieux

Anne Marie Lemieux

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“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 3 insurance carriers
Sean Murphy

Sean Murphy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I specialize in populations, including Sexual and Gender Minorities/LGBTQIA+, emerging adults (18-29 years), creative professionals, and educators.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Evelyn Romero

Evelyn Romero

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


My primary areas of experience are trauma and addiction, and I have a deep passion for helping people heal from experiences that have impacted the way they see themselves, their relationships, and their lives. I understand that coping strategies often develop for a reason. Rather than judging those behaviors, I want to help you understand what they have been trying to do for you, while working together to develop healthier ways of moving forward.

I don’t see you as a diagnosis, a collection of symptoms, or a list of things that need to be fixed. I see you as a whole person with a story. Your experiences matter, your feelings matter, and you deserve a space where they can be heard.

Therapy can be uncomfortable at times. Healing often asks us to look at things we’d rather avoid. But you shouldn’t have to do that while feeling judged, criticized, or alone. My goal is to create a therapeutic relationship where you can laugh, cry, be angry, feel confused, ask difficult questions, or simply sit with whatever you’re experiencing—and know that you are still accepted.

You don’t have to be “better” before you come to therapy. You don’t have to hide the messy parts. You can come exactly as you are.

If you’re looking for a therapist who will genuinely listen, meet you with compassion, and walk alongside you through the process of healing, I would be honored to take that journey with you.

I think this version captures something especially important about your philosophy: the relationship itself is part of the treatment. It also avoids making you sound like you’re promising to “fix” someone, while still conveying genuine passion for helping people heal.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 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
Tara Roque

Tara Roque

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Westport, MA


“My approach is positive and person-centered, building upon the strengths, skills, and resilience you already have.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 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. Fortunate Munhutu

Dr. Fortunate Munhutu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My philosophy of practice is incorporating supportive therapeutic talk therapy in all of my sessions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Patrick Martin

Dr. Patrick Martin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Allston, MA


“I am also a transgender man. I bring lived awareness of what it can mean to navigate systems and relationships that do not always understand or respect difference.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alexandra Gilbert

Alexandra Gilbert

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe therapy is collaborative and that a relaxed, honest, and at times humorous communication style helps create an authentic environment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Camille Clausen

Camille Clausen

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“My goal is to create a unique space for each client to share openly and safely about their lived experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jessica Rivet

Jessica Rivet

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe that every person deserves to feel heard and supported, and I strive to create a comfortable space where we can work together to understand your needs and develop a treatment plan that fits your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alex Gottschalk

Alex Gottschalk

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I take a direct, client centered approach that focuses on your goals, your pace, and what works best for you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Maria Carolina Clark

Maria Carolina Clark

Therapist

Virtual • West Springfield, MA


“If I have learned one thing over the years working with children and families, is that healing only happens through connection...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ngozi Arua

Ngozi Arua

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I help patients understand their symptoms, find the right medications if needed, and develop a plan to feel more stable, calm, and in control of their daily lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Knox Wilder

Knox Wilder

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am passionate about serving the diverse needs of queer, trans, and gender non-conforming individuals and family systems!”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Blaire Melius

Blaire Melius

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I support moms through postpartum anxiety, OCD, and the emotional overwhelm that can come with this stage of life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda-Janae Briggs

Amanda-Janae Briggs

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“My approach is integrative and pace-aware. Most of the women I work with are skilled at thinking their way through hard things and have already done a lot of that on their own — so therapy with me isn't another exercise in analyzing what's wrong.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 9 insurance carriers
Jessica Barnum

Jessica Barnum

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Sessions can give you room to talk openly, sort through what's on your mind, and identify what you want to focus on together.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amanda Van Hamme

Amanda Van Hamme

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“In our therapy sessions, I strive to cultivate a nurturing and empathetic environment where you can truly feel heard and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Martino

David Martino

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“As a member of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, I am keenly aware of the influence that stigma, discrimination, microaggression, internalized oppression, trauma, and the questioning of one's sexual orientation and/or gender identity can have on a person's...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Joe Gladden

Joe Gladden

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“My warm and affirming nature aims to create a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Westford, MA

Number of therapists serving Westford, MA
There are over 708 therapists in Westford, MA accepting new patients.
708+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 86%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 86%Cigna
  • 82%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 82%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
  • 52%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 8%Spanish
  • 2%Portuguese
  • 1%French
  • 1%Hindi
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
  • 23%Man
  • 4%Non-binary
License types
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  • 47%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 34%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
  • 30%Family therapy
  • 20%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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