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LGBT therapists in Flint, MI

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Flint, MI

Access affirming mental health support in Flint through Headway's diverse provider network. Whether you're seeking therapy in downtown Flint, Carriage Town, or beyond, our 413 providers offer evidence-based care tailored to LGBTQIA+ communities, with flexible scheduling and insurance-friendly options.

Rebecca Klein

Rebecca Klein

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“Most importantly, I think knowledge is power! People actually can and do make significant longstanding changes in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Megan Nienhuis

Megan Nienhuis

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I use an honest, conversational style of therapy that is direct and informed, while also providing empathy and understanding.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Conway

David Conway

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“Living with CPTSD, I intimately understand depression; anxiety; and all of the other fun symptoms that go along with it which can be very crippling at times.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Mary Harris

Mary Harris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Marquette, MI


“I am generally a solution focused therapist. Talking about issues can feel helpful, but it is the Doing part of therapy that makes for long term growth and change.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Simon Anderson Schelling

Simon Anderson Schelling

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I'm a queer licensed social worker who provides affirming, client-centered care with a focus on LGBTQ+ identities, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ashlie Taylor

Ashlie Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


I approach therapy with respect, curiosity, and a bit of humor. I offer trauma-informed care which has led me to work with people who have gone through hard times and survived. I earned my master’s degree from Michigan State University and have stayed in the East Lansing area since then, working in local residential treatment facilities for teens and in an outpatient intensive treatment program with adults. I have spent the last 15 years working with adults in crisis, whether that is temporary situations like relationship issues or more chronic conditions.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jonathan Richard

Jonathan Richard

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I personally understand trauma, anxiety, depression, and chronic pain and am honored to come alongside you in your journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Matthew Gonzalez

Dr. Matthew Gonzalez

Psychologist

Virtual • Michigan


“Above all, I provide a compassionate, understanding, and supportive environment in which to work together to navigate life's challenges and to live your best life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Krista Torres

Krista Torres

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I believe you are the expert in your own life, and my role is to support, guide, and collaborate with you rather than direct.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Elle Callahan

Elle Callahan

Therapist

Virtual • Lansing, MI


“My goal as a therapist is to help my clients come to a better understanding of themselves, who they want to be, and how they want to live their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tammy Cairns

Tammy Cairns

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


I am a Licensed Clinical Counselor as well as a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) in the state of Michigan

I have years of experience working with adults , families and couples. My focus is those who are struggling with mental health issues as well as everyday life issues. I also have experience in the following: communication, anxiety, Trauma, depression, personality disorders, life coaching, relationship conflicts, military personnel and their families

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ashley Batsios

Ashley Batsios

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“My approach is solution-oriented, meaning we won't just explore what's going wrong- we'll work together to uncover what's possible and create tangible steps toward meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Alicia Chiasson

Alicia Chiasson

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


When life gives you lemons...

My education gave me the tools to be a skilled clinician. But it was my own trauma that gave me the insight and depth I bring to this work. I know what it feels like to live in a body that doesn’t feel safe—to question everything, including yourself. I spent over a decade learning how to heal, reclaim my voice, and become the kind of guide I once needed.

In the midst of that long journey, I had a quiet moment of clarity: what I was going through wasn’t just about survival—it was about becoming someone who could walk with others through the dark. That experience grounds my work in both knowledge and deep compassion.

Learning to love the desert

I’ve come to believe that being lost isn’t a problem—it’s part of the path. Like La Loba, the mythical bone-gatherer who wanders the desert collecting what’s been buried and brings it back to life, I help others gather what they’ve lost along the way. That process is sacred, slow, and often surprising—but it’s how we come home to ourselves.

There are parts of you that haven’t died; they’ve just been waiting. And sometimes, when it all falls apart, that’s when the wild, wise parts of you rise again.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Barbara Richey

Barbara Richey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Southfield, MI


I’m dual certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner, and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner is an asset to help me to identify the client's symptoms of both mental and medical. I take an empowering, holistic, and creative approach to mental health care. I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing concerns such as anxiety, ADHD, depression, PTSD, trauma, bipolar disorder, sleep difficulties, and stress. My goal is to create a supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and actively involved in their care.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Yolanda Butcher

Yolanda Butcher

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“My approach to therapy is a collaborative, empowering, process where personalized strategies or solutions are developed based on the client's unique needs, situation and preferences.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sema Contreras

Sema Contreras

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I believe in working alongside my clients to explore their thoughts and feelings, identify the core of their challenges, and build practical tools to manage and move through them.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sharna DeLuca

Sharna DeLuca

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


Hello, my name is Sharna DeLuca. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor and have been practicing since 2008. I specialize in helping people manage and reduce their stress, depression and anxiety. I have a passion for assisting clients with developing healthier communication skills.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ryann Halsey

Ryann Halsey

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


Hello, I’m Ryann. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 20 years of experience in the field, including work in community mental health, developmental disability services, and more than a decade in hospice and palliative care. Those experiences shape the steadiness and non-judgmental presence I bring to therapy today.

I work primarily with women, LGBTQIA+ adults, neurodivergent adults, and older adults navigating relational harm, grief, loss, and major life transitions. Relational harm may include painful childhood experiences, controlling or abusive relationships, or environments and systems marked by discrimination, racism, ableism, anti-LGBTQIA+ bias, or chronic invalidation.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lynda Hua

Lynda Hua

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I am here to create a warm, nonjudgmental space for you to heal from your past, accept your present, and enhance your future.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Juleah Berliner

Juleah Berliner

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I believe in your strength and resilience, even when it's hard for you to believe in these things yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chardae Korhonen

Chardae Korhonen

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


I’m Chardae (She/Her), a licensed clinical social worker and relational therapist. I work with individuals, couples, and people in diverse relationship and family structures who are navigating relationship challenges, codependency, communication difficulties, boundaries, attachment patterns, trauma, life transitions, and/or feeling disconnected from themselves or the people they love (anxiety/depression and/or burnout).

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tyler White

Tyler White

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


Hi there, my name is Tyler White, and I have been a practicing psychotherapist for over 5 years. I'm a young clinician that enjoys connecting with individuals and going on their journey with them. Born and raised in the metropolitan Detroit area, I received my bachelor's of arts degree in psychology from Oakland University and earned my Master of Social Work at Wayne State University. I work mainly with adults but have an interest and a passion for working with individual in the 20's and 30's (and up). To help them explore their anxieties, relationship difficulties, depressive features and the many different transitions or changes within their lives. Which can cause many uncertainties, distress, and lack of connection.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Melanie Coleman

Dr. Melanie Coleman

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


You’ve been through enough. Now it’s time to rediscover the person you were always meant to be. I believe true healing begins when we care for the whole person—not just the problem. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported. I work with individuals who are ready to heal, grow, and create meaningful change. Clients may seek counseling for anxiety, depression, trauma, or feeling stuck and uncertain about their next steps. You don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. I’m here to meet you where you are, listen with intention, and support you as you work toward healing, growth, and wellness. When you’re ready, I invite you to take that first step toward healing and positive change.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Gregory

Kimberly Gregory

Therapist

Virtual • Kalamazoo, MI


“I am passionate about creating a safe space for underserved communities including those who identify as BIPOC and LGBTQ+.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Linda Sherman

Linda Sherman

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I am committed to meeting patients where they are both emotionally and otherwise and address whatever issues or obstacles they face to enhance their quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marsha Latham

Marsha Latham

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


Every new beginning starts with one step and you don't have to take it alone. I’m Marsha, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I’m glad you’re here.

Reaching out for support is a sign of strength, not weakness and you don’t have to navigate difficult seasons of life alone. With more than 30 years of experience supporting individuals and families through a wide range of life transitions, including emotional well-being, relationship and family issues, trauma, medical concerns, caregiver support, and other stressful circumstances you may have encountered.

Serving Veterans, families, homelessness, and vulnerable adults to create a path toward greater balance and well-being. My goal is not to tell you how to live your life, but to walk alongside you, listen, provide support, and help you discover the path that feels right for you.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Meghan Parsons

Meghan Parsons

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I help teens and adults make sense of what they've been through and build lives that feel fuller, steadier, and more their own.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sumaiya Ahmed

Sumaiya Ahmed

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I believe my purpose is to teach you the tools needed that will empower you to move forward and live your life to the fullest.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Smith

Kimberly Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie Kesterson

Katie Kesterson

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I am a highly empathic and affirming counselor whose first goal is to create an environment safe enough for my clients to be authentically seen without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eucheria Mbata

Eucheria Mbata

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Michigan


“I use a holistic approach to complete a comprehensive assessment by diving into your history and health, from childhood illness to current stressors, and using a collaborative approach to achieve your goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kristy Gustavson

Kristy Gustavson

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I hope that through our work together, you gain a better understanding of yourself from a place of self-compassion and self-love.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, Men's issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Bethany Lupa

Dr. Bethany Lupa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Michigan


“I integrate evidence-based practices with a holistic understanding of both mental and physical health, ensuring my patients feel empowered and supported in their journey to well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Devika Choudhuri

Dr. Devika Choudhuri

Therapist

Virtual • Ypsilanti, MI


“I typically use EMDR as a modality and incorporate brain-based and body psychotherapies in conjunction with attachment-focused therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Bridgette Spann-Edwards

Dr. Bridgette Spann-Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


For more than 20 years, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside individuals, couples, and families as they work toward healing, growth, and change. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor, and Substance Abuse Professional, I bring both deep clinical knowledge and a compassionate, down-to-earth approach to therapy.

I specialize in helping clients navigate life’s most personal challenges—including relationship and intimacy concerns, life transitions, grief and loss, trauma, and mental health struggles. I also provide substance abuse treatment, DOT/SAP evaluations, and recovery support using evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Reality Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, the Duluth Model, and the Matrix Model.

I have a special commitment to serving Black communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people living with HIV, re-entry populations, sex workers, and youth facing challenges. I understand how personal, cultural, and systemic factors shape each person’s story, and I create a safe, affirming space where clients feel truly seen and heard.

In our sessions, you can expect a respectful, judgment-free environment where your voice matters. I believe therapy works best as a partnership—we’ll set goals together, explore what’s holding you back, and develop practical strategies you can use in daily life a more fulfilling life. Whether you’re seeking support for a specific issue or simply want to invest in your personal growth, I’m here to help you take that next step.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Corey Abernethy

Corey Abernethy

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“My approach is rooted in helping clients understand and heal the ways their past experiences continue to shape their present.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pamela Svalba

Pamela Svalba

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“My style is steady, warm, and empowering. I believe therapy should help clients gain insight while also providing tools they can use outside of sessions to support long‐term growth and well‐being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sarah Vlnka

Sarah Vlnka

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“Clients can expect to be greeted with curiosity, compassion, and understanding in their first session, along with a sense of humor.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shannon Toy

Shannon Toy

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“Working with me means that I will advocate for you and work WITH you to empower you to live a happier and healthier life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jacqueline Martin

Jacqueline Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“My approach to therapy is honest, and human. I tend to draw most from existential psychotherapy, and frequently use EMDR for trauma processing, ERP for folks with OCD, and tools from DBT for my deep-feelers.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Flint, MI

Number of therapists serving Flint, MI
There are over 403 therapists in Flint, MI accepting new patients.
403+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 92%Stress management
  • 90%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 90%Cigna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 60%Priority Health
  • 58%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 3%Spanish
  • 1%American Sign Language
  • 1%Arabic
  • 1%Bengali
How they see their clients
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  • 91%Online only
  • 9%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 3%Non-binary
License types
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  • 51%Licensed Master Social Worker
  • 34%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 7%Advanced Practice Nurse
  • 4%Licensed Psychologist
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 40%Family therapy
  • 32%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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