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LGBT therapists in Jackson, MI

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Jackson, MI

Seeking affirming mental health support in Jackson? Headway's network includes providers who create open-minded, welcoming spaces for LGBTQIA+ clients. Sessions are available as soon as the next day, conducted virtually or in-person, with free consultations offered to help you find the right provider.

Ashley Bonham

Ashley Bonham

Therapist

Virtual • Grand Rapids, MI


“I believe in the unique healing powers of storytelling and creativity. I use a relational approach; meaning our relationship is of utmost importance.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Chey Davis

Chey Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I work specifically with clients on: Sexuality: Kink- and Trauma-informed Care. Identity: Racial identity formation and stress.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lori Mello

Lori Mello

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in labels.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 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 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Michael Till

Dr. Michael Till

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“He believes that seeking support is a courageous step toward a more fulfilling life and is dedicated to empowering individuals and couples to make positive, lasting change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dan Cooke

Dan Cooke

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“With over 20 years of experience, I support adults dealing with substance use and recovery, trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, gender dysphoria, and LGBTQ+ identity and relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Audra Jungnitsch

Audra Jungnitsch

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“My counseling style is open and non-judgmental. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Amanda Kim

Dr. Amanda Kim

Psychologist

Virtual • Michigan


“I believe in authenticity and genuinely meeting every person where they are with respect, appreciation and dignity.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Demoni Ramey

Demoni Ramey

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I am dedicated to creating a supportive environment where clients can explore their vulnerabilities and address the stigmas surrounding therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Joy

Michael Joy

Therapist

Virtual • Auburn Hills, MI


Great to meet you! I welcome clients at any point in their journey and believe therapy is most effective when it is individualized to each person’s needs, experiences, and goals.

I decided to become a therapist because I know firsthand how meaningful therapy can be. I began therapy as a teenager, and that experience shaped my desire to support others through their own challenges. I have worked with adolescents throughout all 12 years of my career, including an internship within a school system and experience in the juvenile justice system. I also spent a year working in a secure residential treatment facility, where I developed a deeper understanding of trauma, impulse control, behavioral concerns, and the impact of adolescent development on emotional well-being.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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
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
Jack Kaczmarczyk

Jack Kaczmarczyk

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Muskegon, MI


“I bring humor and understanding to my sessions. I listen, I accept, and I'll work with you to help you in every way I can.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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
Nicole Alexander

Nicole Alexander

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“As a licensed clinical social worker, I believe healing begins when we feel truly seen, heard, and supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sarah Bryson

Sarah Bryson

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy and will work with you to help identify feelings, gain coping and mindfulness skills, and learn to apply those skills to your everyday life!”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Eunice Banks

Eunice Banks

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“Fear is one of the earliest and most basic emotions. Fear is similar to pain. I can help you learn to acknowledge, accept and regulate these emotions through the use of active listening, mindfulness techniques and a variety of evidence-based...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melanie McQuiston

Melanie McQuiston

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Michigan


“I specialize in helping adults with anxiety, trauma, body image, self-esteem, parenting challenges, and life transitions.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Katrina Harris

Katrina Harris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Southfield, MI


“I am dedicated to providing personalized services, in a safe space that can promote individual growth and healing.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Poaches

Jennifer Poaches

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“My driving force in this work is to cultivate a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space where you can find yourself and become the best version of you.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Regina Simon

Regina Simon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Saginaw, MI


“I like to think that the more we know, the more we control. So much can come from understanding new insights to ourselves and our thinking process.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Toia Dennis

Toia Dennis

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I work with you to address depression and anxiety by helping you feel safe, supported, and understood.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Daniel Kremin

Dr. Daniel Kremin

Psychologist

Virtual • Michigan


“Psychotherapy is NOT a one size fits all approach to improving mental health. Therapy needs to be structured to the nature and needs of the parties involved.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Caitlin Desjardins

Dr. Caitlin Desjardins

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


Good therapy can change your life! In the decade that I've been a psychotherapist, I've accompanied my clients through breaking vicious cycles, reworking toxic patterns, and creating new habits that promote their flourishing. My advanced clinical training makes me especially effective working with clients who self-describe as perfectionists, people pleasers, over-functioning, and/or highly sensitive.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Destiny Aldred

Destiny Aldred

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


I specialize in the treatment of trauma. I also find gratitude to helping others navigate depression, anxiety, PTSD, communication, relationship issues, and family issues. I am EMDR trained.

If you are someone struggling with the above, or you are looking to manage stress in other areas of your life I am here to help!

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Shantanique Jackson

Shantanique Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Livonia, MI


“I take a real and relatable approach to therapy. I believe in meeting clients where they are and creating a space where they can be fully themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shakina Robinson-Wiggins

Shakina Robinson-Wiggins

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“My philosophy supports the notion that mental health is the biggest investment a person can make for themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Carol Phillips

Carol Phillips

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I truly believe that you are the expert in your life, and my role is to support you in discovering solutions that feel right and empowering.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Helen Stone

Helen Stone

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy to address trauma and anxiety.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kristina Devors

Kristina Devors

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“Krissy's main goal at the end of each session is for her clients to feel encouraged and more recharged than when they walked in.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Captain Soderstrom

Captain Soderstrom

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I firmly believe that you (yes, you reading this right now) are a person worthy of respect, empathy, and acceptance.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sylvia Brown Jones

Sylvia Brown Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I strive to create a comfortable, therapeutic environment in which a safe, collaborative relationship between client and therapist can be established.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Joseph Oskin

Joseph Oskin

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I incorporate evidence-based strategies through an integrated approach of Cognitive, Dialectical and Cognitive Behavioral models to assist clients in managing unproductive thoughts and behaviors...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Debbie Bletstein

Debbie Bletstein

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“Building rapport with clients is important to me. I am curious to learn about your experiences and what brought you to seek therapy at this time.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jennifer Ladd

Jennifer Ladd

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I have received specialized training in the treatment of PTSD utilizing Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 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
Shelley Bultje Moore

Shelley Bultje Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“Clients can expect to feel valued, heard, and empowered. I will meet each individual where they are at...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chris Genther

Chris Genther

Therapist

Virtual • Lansing, MI


As a fully licensed mental health therapist, I believe self-awareness and meaningful connections are essential to finding happiness and stability in life. Taking the first step to seek support can be challenging, so congratulations on reaching out! I’ve been practicing since 2020 and, at the end of 2024, I decided to start my own private practice. I primarily work with individuals (ages 12 and older) who find themselves struggling with anxiety, depression, and/or other life adjustment challenges.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carissa Ferdinand

Carissa Ferdinand

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I particularly enjoy working with women from Asian, Asian American, or immigrant families, as well as individuals identifying as LGBTQ+.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Thamreen Khan

Thamreen Khan

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


Hello, my name is Thamreen, and welcome to Tufts and Tulips Therapy! I’m so glad you’ve taken this important first step toward exploring therapy. I understand how overwhelming it can feel, but I want you to know that you don’t have to navigate it alone. With over ten years of experience as a clinical social worker, I’ve had the honor of supporting people who, like you, were unsure or nervous about starting therapy—and together, from tufts to tulips, we’ve created real and lasting change.

Throughout my career, I’ve worked in hospitals, EAPs, crisis lines, and community mental health settings, offering care to veterans, people experiencing homelessness, refugees, company executives, youth, the elderly, and everyone in between. Whether you’re an individual, couple, or family, I welcome clients of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and backgrounds, ages 17 and up. Kindness, empathy, and respect are the foundation of my work, and I strive to make sure you feel seen, heard, and valued from day one.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Jackson, MI

Number of therapists serving Jackson, MI
There are over 409 therapists in Jackson, MI accepting new patients.
409+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 92%Stress management
  • 89%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 90%Cigna
  • 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 63%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • 60%Priority Health
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 4%Spanish
  • 1%Arabic
How they see their clients
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  • 89%Online only
  • 10%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
  • 35%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 7%Advanced Practice Nurse
  • 5%Licensed Psychologist
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 28%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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