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LGBT therapists in Rochester, MN

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Rochester, MN

Headway connects LGBTQIA+ individuals in Rochester with 190 licensed providers who offer affirming, open-minded mental health support. Our network includes providers experienced in gender and sexual identity exploration, relationship dynamics, and creating safe therapeutic spaces. Sessions are available virtually or in-person with flexible scheduling, often within days.

Rebecca Koskiniemi

Rebecca Koskiniemi

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


“My therapeutic approach is very person centered; you lead your therapy, I just assist you on along the way.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Paige Kirkanson

Paige Kirkanson

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


“I provide a warm, collaborative space where we can work together to build insight, practical strategies, and emotional resilience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Douglas

Elizabeth Douglas

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


“I bring warmth, gentleness, humor, and a little quirkiness into therapy while creating a space where you can feel safe, understood, and accepted.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Chelsea Cooper

Chelsea Cooper

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


“I have a unique interest in working with adolescents and families to improve communication skills, anger, boundaries, impulse control, substance abuse, school challenges, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Claire LeMay

Claire LeMay

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


“My warm and accepting style brings safety to each session, and allows people to explore parts of themselves that they have hidden away for lots of different reasons.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachael Drago

Rachael Drago

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


“I value authenticity and connection, and I believe healing happens when you feel truly seen and heard.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Regina Mhiripiri

Regina Mhiripiri

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Plymouth, MN


“I believe in the interconnection of the mind, body and spirit. Our common humanity is bound by our shared life experiences.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Eve Coker

Dr. Eve Coker

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


“My style is very warm and validating. I'll offer support and encouragement but also remind you that you are in control of our sessions and your own choices for growth.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Erica Warffuel

Erica Warffuel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Saint Paul, MN


“I am a psychotherapist that has a passion for working with individuals who identify with the LGBTQIA community, and/or as neurodivergent folks.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Heidi Quinlan

Heidi Quinlan

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


“Throughout my 23 years doing therapy, I have learned that each of us has the inner gift of healing if provided a safe, supportive, empowering, respectful environment...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
YaShica Maxwell

YaShica Maxwell

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


“My approach is warm, direct, and collaborative, focusing on the whole person rather than just one issue.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Laura Sherr

Dr. Laura Sherr

Psychologist

Virtual • Minnesota


“I utilize evidence based practices such as CBT, and am committed to using a Person Centered, multicultural, and trauma informed approach.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Eleanor Sonnabend

Eleanor Sonnabend

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


“I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and offer sessions for folks who have completed DBT programs and are interested in keeping up with their skills.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. M. Sophia Faris

Dr. M. Sophia Faris

Psychologist

Virtual • Minnesota


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming any obstacle in your way.”
LGBTQIA+, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Trevor Schabert

Trevor Schabert

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mankato, MN


“I know what it's like to wrestle with self-doubt, to feel stuck in old patterns, or to carry pain that hasn't had a place to land.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 20 insurance carriers
Nefertiti Khemet Goudjayi

Nefertiti Khemet Goudjayi

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


“If you're looking for a therapist that is energetic, direct, yet empathetic, you found the right person.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacob Minnig

Jacob Minnig

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


“I am a EMDR trained therapist to better help individuals going through many different forms of trauma/PTSD.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Holly Gomez-Levine

Dr. Holly Gomez-Levine

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Minnesota


“I aim for holistic and collaborative care. I believe working with one's team (i.e. family, PCP, specialists, therapists, and others) is essential to providing the best care possible.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Cassy Burton

Cassy Burton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Minnesota


“My commitment to patient care is characterized by a unique blend of different perspectives, creating an environment that is caring, inviting, and welcoming.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Valcia McGann

Valcia McGann

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


“My passion lies in helping you embrace your unique experiences, uncover your inner strengths, and recognize the incredible gifts you already possess.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Christina Blake

Christina Blake

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Minnesota


Christina offers medication management, psychiatric evaluations, and computerized ADHD testing in unhurried appointments that allow her patients to feel heard and empowered. Christina is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with experience with teens, adults, and older adults. She empowers patients to take control of their treatment and their lives. She offers virtual and in person visits.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jason Bartholomay

Jason Bartholomay

Therapist

Virtual • Lakeville, MN


“I bring a compassionate, open-minded approach to therapy. I'm naturally inquisitive and affirming...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Dana Eason

Dr. Dana Eason

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Minnesota


“Dana primarily works with adults and is passionate about providing informed, compassionate care where you are a partner in your mental health journey.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Danielle Johnson

Danielle Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


“Therapy is a collaborative, compassionate space to explore emotions, patterns, and experiences without judgment.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathryn Pratt

Kathryn Pratt

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


“Clients often describe me as calm, compassionate, and genuinely present in a way that helps them feel safe opening up.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ellen Dudley

Ellen Dudley

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


“I believe in the healing power of human connection. Therapy, like surgery, cannot be done on one's self...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ediomi Oduwole

Dr. Ediomi Oduwole

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Minneapolis, MN


“I believe the best treatment starts with understanding you as a whole person, not simply your symptoms.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ann DeYoung

Ann DeYoung

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


“I am passionate about working with my clients to promote reflection, develop self-compassion, improved relationships, and find a more peaceful pace of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Pratt

Nicole Pratt

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


“As a queer therapist, I am passionate about working with LGBTQIA+ folks who are navigating trauma, identity exploration, anxiety, depression, and burnout.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kiera Dymit

Kiera Dymit

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


“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 8 insurance carriers
Angela Thomas-Jones

Angela Thomas-Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


“My role in the therapeutic relationship as one of a partnership best described in three words: non-judgmental, validating, and safe.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, End of life care, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lea Joner

Lea Joner

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


Hello! I am a licensed clinical social worker with experience working in schools with children and adolescents, hospital settings with adults, and private practice with clients from diverse backgrounds. I have supported students in building emotional regulation, resilience, and social skills, adults coping with acute mental health challenges, and private clients navigating a wide range of life experiences. My work is informed by a trauma-informed perspective, and I am committed to creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space for every client.

Clients often describe me as empathetic, grounded, and collaborative. I value building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust, respect, and understanding, and I tailor my approach to meet each person’s unique needs and goals.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Flaherty

Rachel Flaherty

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


“I work really well with folks who have symptoms that match depression, anxiety, mood related disorders, trauma related incidents, complex PTSD, and neurodivergent folks (Autism and ADHD).”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Crystal Hopkins

Dr. Crystal Hopkins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Minnesota


“My goal for every client is to improve their mood and overall health by providing compassionate mental and medical health care.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Margaret Fiero

Margaret Fiero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Saint Paul, MN


“I believe that isolation and loneliness are the root cause of mental anguish and suffering in our time.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Simon Anderson Schelling

Simon Anderson Schelling

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


“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 3 insurance carriers
Emily Barbee

Emily Barbee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Saint Paul, MN


You're taking the first difficult step towards change by vetting therapists, and I'd be honored to join you on each of the subsequent steps. I've been a clinical therapist for 12 years and employ a variety of tools to help you meet your goals. I'm especially drawn to and skilled in working with folk in transition, whether this relates to your age (preteen, teen or adult), relationship status, identity exploration or shifting life circumstances.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Molly Propst

Molly Propst

Therapist

Virtual • Minnesota


“As a queer and neurodivergent therapist, my work is rooted in my own lived experience and a deep commitment to creating the spaces I once needed.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Wulke

Amanda Wulke

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Saint Paul, MN


“I work with individuals, couples, and families of all ages, identities, and creeds- with a special focus on my fellow military veterans and LGBTQAI+ community members.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Thraese Brown

Thraese Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Minnesota


“My approach blends evidence-based psychiatric care with mind-body-informed strategies, guided by a focus on nervous system health and holistic well-being.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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