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LGBT therapists in Michigan

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Michigan

Find culturally competent mental healthcare in Michigan through Headway's network of 409 providers experienced in supporting LGBTQIA+ communities. Sessions are available as soon as next day, with many patients saving 75% through insurance—some paying as low as $0 per session.

James Wren

James Wren

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“Much of my practice focuses on supporting LGBTQ+ clients and exploring the complex questions that can arise in their lives and relationships.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samuel Walker

Samuel Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“Samuel's compassionate and supportive style encourages open dialogue and trust, empowering clients to explore their challenges and work towards transformation in their lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Holly Wickham

Holly Wickham

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“My personal experience, as someone in recovery and who has been through my own therapy journey, combined with my breadth of professional experience helps me understand how mental health plays a role in all aspects of our lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 9 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
Laura Hawkins

Laura Hawkins

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I believe a little warmth and even a bit of humor can go a long way when navigating the mind and messier parts of being human.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shaa-Ista Simmons-Wilcox

Shaa-Ista Simmons-Wilcox

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“My approach to therapy is grounded in empathy and understanding, creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can openly express your thoughts and feelings.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Amber Mason-Noble

Amber Mason-Noble

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Michigan


“I worked in mental health as a nurse for 10 years before becoming a nurse practitioner, I have been a nurse practitioner now for 10 years and added a psychiatric specialty to help me return to my passion.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Melisa Martinez

Melisa Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“With compassion and understanding, she works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Norma Keech

Norma Keech

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“Drawing from evidence-based practices, I aim to help clients build resilience, improve self-understanding, and develop practical tools for managing life's challenges.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Anabelle Doulas

Anabelle Doulas

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor in Illinois and Michigan, I believe that therapy is your space, shaped by what you need right now.

With 13+ years of experience in community mental health, residential treatment, and inpatient psychiatry, I provide therapy and parent coaching to:

  • Children (5 years and older) & Families
  • Young Adults & Adults
  • Parents & Caregivers

I work alongside individuals navigating hard moments—especially those who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or powerless. Often, the people I work with are themselves experiencing or have a loved one impacted by:

  • major life stress or conflict at home or school/work
  • trauma
  • grief and loss
  • depression
  • anxiety
  • psychosis
  • mania
  • substance use

You are the expert on your own life and your own healing. My role is to meet you where you are and walk with you on your path, sometimes guiding, sometimes following, but mostly walking side-by-side.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katelyn Regan

Katelyn Regan

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“For the past 10 years, I worked in a hospital setting where I provided behavioral health care, assessments, care coordination, education, and crisis support to transgender youth ages 5-25 and their families.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeanette Sayre

Jeanette Sayre

Therapist

Virtual • Gaylord, MI


“I take a very relaxed approaching to treating clients. I listen to their specific needs and together we create a plan...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Katie Madrid

Katie Madrid

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Grand Rapids, MI


I have worked in the Social Work field for about 10 years and found my specialty and passion in therapy. I am a compassionate and non-judgmental therapist who enjoys working one-on-one with individuals seeking help. I specialize in anxiety, depression, self-harm behaviors, trauma, family conflict, postpartum, and LGBTQ+ issues.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Hannah Veenstra

Hannah Veenstra

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“My goal as a clinician is to meet clients where they are, make them feel understood and validated, and provide them with tools to help them manage anything life throws at them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Mark Oskin

Mark Oskin

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“As a licensed therapist, I have an innate desire to help people understand their inherent strengths, as well as their weaknesses, so that they can live more fulfilling lives.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Glen Lavarias

Glen Lavarias

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“My approach to therapy is what I like to keep simple. I like to meet my clients where they are at during the session.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Fidela Hinojosa

Fidela Hinojosa

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“Ms. Fidela provides the encouragement, support, and guidance needed to help clients learn to embrace their uniqueness, overcome social/emotional engagement barriers...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sara Bushey-Reyes

Sara Bushey-Reyes

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I'm a strong believer in equality and in affirming who you are — your values, your beliefs, your differences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Arnise Parker-Walker

Arnise Parker-Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Southfield, MI


“My approach is integrative and often draws from humanistic/client centered, trauma-informed, and mindfulness methodologies to foster resilience, healthy coping skills, model positive relationships, and spark hope for the future for each person.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kimberly Byrd

Dr. Kimberly Byrd

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I'm a licensed therapist committed to creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can be yourself.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Carter Doyle

Carter Doyle

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ann Arbor, MI


“My style is warm, structured, and deeply collaborative. I don't do quick med checks or a revolving door of referrals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Quintin Bailey

Dr. Quintin Bailey

Psychologist

Virtual • Michigan


“The ultimate goal of our work is to help you build a deep, unshakeable sense of self-esteem, self-efficacy, and genuine confidence from the inside out.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kiera Dymit

Kiera Dymit

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I work with my clients to create a safe, caring atmosphere. I place a strong emphasis on building a trusting and supportive therapeutic relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 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
Charlinda Cannady

Charlinda Cannady

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“My goal is to empower, encourage, and support you as you move toward a healthier and more fulfilling life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Joshua Twiest

Joshua Twiest

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


I've been a listener my whole life — since I was a teenager, long before I had any clinical training, I learned that the most powerful thing one person can do for another is to genuinely pay attention. That hasn't changed. What has changed is that now I have the tools, training, and experience to help that attention lead somewhere. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Michigan. I work with individuals, families, couples, and children — and I see clients across the state through telehealth. I'm trained in a range of approaches including CBT, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Bowen Family Systems, which means I can adapt to what actually fits you — not just apply a template. I'm also comfortable holding faith and spirituality as part of your story if that's relevant for you. I'm not a "Christian therapist" in a prescriptive sense, but I've spent years working as a chaplain and I understand how much a person's spiritual framework shapes how they see themselves and the world. That's a welcome part of the conversation here.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Andrea Owens-Pariseau

Andrea Owens-Pariseau

Therapist

Virtual • Mount Clemens, MI


“I offer a compassionate, client-centered, and trauma-informed approach to treatment, creating a supportive space where clients feel understood and empowered.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Beth Caldwell

Beth Caldwell

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


Welcome. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in PA and MI. I believe in providing a non-judgmental space and personal connection to open up the opportunity for you to explore what's causing strain in your life: grief, anxiety, depression, past trauma, or other challenges. I offer practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction.

If you're feeling exhausted, anxious, weary, or down.. I believe there is a way to strengthen your sense of self, set realistic expectations and boundaries that value your needs, and bring yourself and your loved ones the best of you.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Sabrina Menchaca

Dr. Sabrina Menchaca

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I love figuring out how others perceive their world and teaming up together to sift through the muddiness for better self-understanding.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Kimberly Gililland

Kimberly Gililland

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I strive to help individuals build confidence, eliminate self doubt, and navigate successfully through this hectic and beautiful thing we call life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dorian Banks

Dorian Banks

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I strive to create a calm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients feel safe to explore, process, and grow.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leonica Riley Erwin

Leonica Riley Erwin

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I support Black Women and other people of color who are navigating trauma, anxiety, burnout, and identity shifts with a culturally affirming, trauma-informed approach that centers your truth and restores your power.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Max Goldsmith

Max Goldsmith

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


Hi. I'm glad you're here. The decision to ask for help is a brave and difficult choice, and I'm proud of you for making it. I might be a good fit for you if you're looking for someone who has been where you're at. In addition to my own experiences with mental health and life challenges, I have worked in substance use disorder treatment, inpatient psychiatric treatment, and community risk assessment/management.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shanti Turner

Shanti Turner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pontiac, MI


“I have a knack for connecting with my clients on a deep level, understanding their needs, and providing them with the support they require.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Cortney Kramer

Cortney Kramer

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I work with adults, kids, and families who are dealing with big transitions - divorce, single parenting, raising a kid who's struggling, anxiety that won't quit, depression that makes daily life feel heavy.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Rinker

Melissa Rinker

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I am a firm believer in everything that happens creates the person. I am a whole life counselor and work with people to explore what it would take to move past the difficult times in life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Carllie Meeks

Carllie Meeks

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


Hi, I’m Carllie Meeks, a licensed therapist specializing in eating disorders, body image, and identity work. I hold a Masters degree from Loyola University Chicago and have extensive experience supporting adults in their recovery through a culturally responsive and trauma-informed lens. My approach integrates evidence-based therapies with compassion and curiosity, helping clients reconnect with their bodies and sense of self. I’m especially passionate about creating affirming spaces for BIPOC individuals navigating healing and self-acceptance

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jody Drewry

Jody Drewry

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“My therapy style is person-centered and collaborative—grounded in evidence-based practices and guided by the belief that healing happens in a space of trust, connection, and empowerment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Gloria Emerson

Gloria Emerson

Therapist

Virtual • Michigan


“I prefer a holistic approach with training in Art Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Bibliotherapy, and Somatic Approaches.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ashley Gray

Ashley Gray

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Farmington, MI


“My specialty is working with couples, but I have a calling to work with women who are trying to figure out life, and why it can sometimes be so hard.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Michigan

Number of therapists serving Michigan
There are over 404 therapists in Michigan accepting new patients.
404+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 88%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 61%Priority Health
  • 60%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 3%Spanish
  • 1%French
  • 1%American Sign Language
  • 1%Arabic
How they see their clients
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  • 88%Online only
  • 12%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 78%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 3%Non-binary
License types
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  • 52%Licensed Master Social Worker
  • 34%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 6%Advanced Practice Nurse
  • 4%Licensed Psychologist
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 30%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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