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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Missouri

Find LGBTQIA+-affirming mental health support in Missouri with Headway's extensive network of empowering providers. Our platform offers flexible scheduling, free initial consultations, and sessions often covered by insurance, so you can focus on your wellbeing without financial stress.

Sara Bales

Sara Bales

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Hi and welcome, I am Empathetic, non judgmental, and down to earth. As an EMDR CERTIFIED therapist- I care deeply for my clients healing.

My "niche" is helping women with trauma (abuse/domestic violence etc). Clients with anxiety are drawn to me due to my calm demeanor. I have been in the field since 2008.

I worked at Beacon Mental Health (formerly Tri County Mental Health) in Kansas City MO for nearly 10 years.

I am licensed in Texas and Missouri. I offer in person in Frisco Texas and telehealth sessions throughout the state of Texas and Missouri.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Paige Lukachick

Paige Lukachick

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


“My approach to therapy is warm and compassionate, while using evidence-based methods to help people overcome difficulties.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shontavia Mason

Shontavia Mason

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I support clients to reach their individual goals by helping identify thoughts, behaviors, and emotions that keep them in a never-ending cycle.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Laken Enochs

Laken Enochs

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I work primarily with adults experiencing substance use, trauma, depression, and anxiety. I have a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology with 9 years of experience in private practice, inpatient substance use clinics, and community based mental health centers.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sarah Williams

Sarah Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment where you feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable...”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Jasmine Brown

Jasmine Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Louis, MO


“It is my calling to connect with individuals seeking to travel to the root and emerge on the other side with a deeper revelation of you.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
William Dry

William Dry

Therapist

Virtual • Springfield, MO


“My approach to therapy is based on a healthy balance of challenge, support, and thinking outside of the box.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Middleton

Sarah Middleton

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am direct and casual in session and use a combination of training and experience to identify areas for support.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Latasha Barber

Latasha Barber

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My mission is to support you, meet you where you are in your journey to mental wellness and empowerment.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Scarlet Chatman

Scarlet Chatman

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


At an early age I spent hours listening to people talk about the transitions, traumas, and troubles in their life as I played just out of ear’s reach (or so they thought). These special moments ignited a passion for people and what happens when human beings start being human.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Clark

Angela Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I bring a "dual perspective" to therapy—combining clinical training with the empathy of someone who has actually lived through the struggle.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sydney Humphrey

Sydney Humphrey

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I want you to be comfortable in your own skin, as your own person, and it is my mission for all people to develop a genuine Love for SELF.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Maya Wasserstrom

Maya Wasserstrom

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach to treatment involves the use of direct, solution-focused, and strengths-based therapies.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kenneth Ostercamp

Kenneth Ostercamp

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Columbia, MO


“I am very accepting and laid back, though not so laid back that we just sit and relax. Change takes effort, awareness and patience.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Katherine Brennan

Katherine Brennan

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I accompany my clients through the muddy waters of emotions and life circumstances toward greater clarity and new possibilities.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Blevins

Tiffany Blevins

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am a licensed clinical social worker in Kansas, Colorado, Oklahoma, Iowa, North Dakota, Arizona and Idaho with over 20 years of experience working with adults struggling with difficult relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma and grief/loss.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Brittany Holland

Brittany Holland

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Liberty, MO


Brittany is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a master of social work degree from Walden University. With over seven years of experience in the field of social work, she brings a wide-ranging background that includes working with the Children’s Division, in hospital settings, with geriatrics, and school-based social work. This diverse experience has given her a deep understanding of individuals across the lifespan and the unique challenges they face. Helping others through therapy is more than just a career, it’s a calling. Brittany believes deeply in the power of trauma-informed care and support, and the healing that comes from having a safe, judgment-free space to process and grow. She also believes in the importance of identifying the root cause of symptoms, rather than just managing surface-level issues.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennie Harvat

Jennie Harvat

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe connection matters in therapy, and I bring both professionalism and authenticity into the work I do.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lynn Zima

Lynn Zima

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I work to provide you a safe, non-judgmental environment in which to work. Each of us are unique and complex. I see my job as helping you to develop tools and skills to deal with your complex life. I am able to help you in the areas of anxiety, depression, motivation, substance use concerns, self-esteem and confidence, grief/loss, and adapting to life changes, to name a few. My goal is to be approachable, accepting, and act as a guide through the process. Much of our power to be happy or unhappy depends on our ability to put our experiences in perspective and find our own path to heal.

We will focus on the strengths you have and how I can help you grow through changing self-defeating thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. We will work together to identify your goals, what the barriers are to moving forward, and developing needed skills to navigate through or around barriers. We are all human and at times need the help from an objective party to get through our struggles and to grow stronger!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Emma Grady-Pawl

Emma Grady-Pawl

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe everyone deserves the chance to live a full, joyful life—even when facing difficult challenges or systemic barriers.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Laura Maine

Laura Maine

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“As a licensed clinical social worker specializing in trauma and attachment, I'm here to help you uncover your strengths, heal from the past, and create meaningful change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 18 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamara Grimm

Tamara Grimm

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am a feminist therapist. I specialize in helping women overcome the issues that are keeping them stuck: gender identity and expression, relationship dynamics, body image and self esteem, trauma and abuse, reproductive health issues, societal...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Arti Dautenhahn

Arti Dautenhahn

Therapist

Virtual • St. Louis, MO


Arti earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology from The University of Missouri at Rolla and his master’s in counseling from Webster University. Arti became a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2014. Arti has been working within the child welfare world for 24 years and has been part of almost every aspect of the system from preventative services to residential services to investigation of child abuse and neglect. Arti specializes in childhood trauma, trauma of all kinds, and family relationships.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tiffane Friesen

Tiffane Friesen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kansas City, MO


“I'm a real person first, not a blank slate therapist, and I believe healing happens in relationship.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Ricky Cooper

Ricky Cooper

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Emotions are the main driver to healing; therefore, I like to revisit integral moments or relationships from the clients life and process the associated feelings to uncover the correlation between how these feelings impact them in the present.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Larsen Barnds

Larsen Barnds

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My experience is that when someone reaches out, they appreciate a calm and accepting spot where they can get a better idea of WHAT to do, and HOW to feel better, as soon as possible.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Ellie De Lucca

Ellie De Lucca

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • St. Louis, MO


“My goal is to help you stop being a character in your own life and start becoming the author of your own story.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Erin Doherty Copeland

Dr. Erin Doherty Copeland

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is primarily existential-humanistic while utilizing evidence-based therapies that are the most effective for the specific disorders or symptoms with which the individual presents.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Heather Attaway

Heather Attaway

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Jackson, MO


“I provide an open and accepting environment for clients' growth and development to aid them in reaching their goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Michelle Park

Michelle Park

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My work is collaborative, affirming, and grounded in the belief that people thrive when they feel seen, respected, and supported in their own autonomy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Elijah Buchholz

Elijah Buchholz

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


Hello! My name is Elijah and I have been a licensed therapist for almost 20 years. I specialize in Anxiety/Panic treatment, Couples/Marital Counseling, and am strongly LGBTQ allied. I would love to connect and discuss more about your needs. I come from a Deaf family and am fluent in American Sign Language.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Brenton Guice

Brenton Guice

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kansas City, MO


“My approach to therapy is relational at the core. I don't believe therapy has to feel overly clinical or formal; we'll talk casually while still doing meaningful work together.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Emmogene Chepely

Emmogene Chepely

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe in creating an environment of safety, trust, and acceptance in order to help people learn how to begin to provide those things for themselves.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kimberly Steinmann

Kimberly Steinmann

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach to therapy is to work as a team with my clients. I tailor each session to my clients individual needs and readiness for change.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tanya Perry

Tanya Perry

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach is collaborative and supportive, ensuring that you feel empowered throughout your journey.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Morgan Geier

Morgan Geier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MO


“I use mindfulness practices alongside evidence-based approaches, including Person-Centered Therapy and EMDR, to meet each client's unique needs.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Melissa Chiasson

Dr. Melissa Chiasson

Psychologist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have worked in a variety of settings with diverse clientele; I treat adults ages 21+ presenting with a wide range of issues...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kelly Goetzler

Kelly Goetzler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kansas City, MO


Welcome! I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who works with individuals 13+ and couples of all shapes, sizes, statuses, and kinks! Healing does not happen in isolation, and I would be honored to hold space for healing community with you! I am a certified ADHD service provider who particularly enjoys working with 2SLGBTQIA+, religious trauma, identity issues, and those who feel at their wits end!

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shelley Clayton

Shelley Clayton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Blue Springs, MO


“I pride myself on the ability to meet clients wherever they are in their process; I can adapt to whatever therapy, interaction, or learning style works best for them.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Dietzman

Sarah Dietzman

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach to therapy is to help individuals increase their self-awareness and empower them to be their best selves.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Missouri

Number of therapists serving Missouri
There are over 370 therapists in Missouri accepting new patients.
370+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%LGBTQIA+
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 92%Stress management
  • 91%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 67%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 2%Spanish
  • 1%American Sign Language
  • 1%German
  • 1%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 80%Online only
  • 19%In-person or online
  • 1%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 78%Woman
  • 20%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 54%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 38%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Licensed Psychologist
  • 1%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 39%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 19%Child or adolescent therapy

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