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LGBT therapists in Springfield, MO

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Springfield, MO

Finding an affirming therapist in Springfield doesn't have to be difficult. Headway's network of 322 warm and empowering providers specializes in supporting LGBTQIA+ mental health with evidence-based approaches. Sessions are available as soon as tomorrow, and many providers offer free consultations to help you find the right fit for your unique needs.

Kaitley Teter

Kaitley Teter

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe therapy isn't about "fixing" you—it's about helping you recognize your strengths, process difficult experiences, and move toward the life you want.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Tracy Clements

Tracy Clements

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I work with people who are tired of feeling on edge or stuck in the past and want to feel more grounded, hopeful, and resilient in their daily lives.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Sanderson

Lisa Sanderson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I believe there is something special that happens when we share our story and become vulnerable in each others presence.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Challenging, Direct, Empowering

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Christopher Elliott

Christopher Elliott

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Clients can expect to take away a deeper understanding of themselves and their issues, as well as practical tools and strategies for managing their mental health and improving their overall well-being.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Dr. Susan Wise

Dr. Susan Wise

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

15 Worthington Access Drive, Maryland Heights, MO

“My goal is to help you build confidence, develop healthy coping tools, and improve how you handle life's challenges.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Luis Semidey

Luis Semidey

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


My name is Luis, and I am an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) based out of San Antonio. I received my Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Texas A&M - San Antonio and have worked in outpatient, inpatient, and partial hospitalization settings. I tailor therapy to your unique needs and goals, drawing from evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, and Gestalt techniques when appropriate.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kevin Wilson

Kevin Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have nearly 20 years of experience providing counseling to children, adolescents, adults, and families in school, community, residential, and outpatient settings.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Participatory, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Aetna,

Kelly McKinney

Kelly McKinney

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Missouri


I'm a certified nurse practitioner of 11 years. I've been caring for patients with psychiatric conditions for the past 6 years. My goal is to create a space where you can be open, honest, and as expressive as you need to be.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Sarah Brown-Foiles

Sarah Brown-Foiles

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Clients often describe me as calm, direct, and grounding—someone who brings clarity without judgment, even when things feel complicated.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions,

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Lexie Winfree

Lexie Winfree

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in both inpatient psychiatric settings and outpatient therapy. I earned both my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work from Missouri State University, where I developed a strong foundation in evidence-based, client-centered care.

My background includes working with individuals across a range of needs, from acute crisis stabilization to ongoing therapeutic support. I have extensive experience helping clients navigate depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, self-harm, anger, aggression, and oppositional defiant behaviors. I am also trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which I frequently use to help clients better understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while building practical coping strategies.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Joanie Defibaugh

Joanie Defibaugh

Therapist

Virtual • Carrollton, MO


Hi, I'm Joanie! If you're feeling weighed down by trauma, anxiety, or painful life experiences, you don't have to navigate them alone. Trauma can leave you feeling stuck in the past, constantly on edge, or wondering why certain emotions and reactions seem so difficult to control. My approach is warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental. I work with adults to better understand how past experiences continue to shape their lives today while helping them build the insight, confidence, and tools needed to move forward in a way that feels authentic and empowering.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Aetna,

Kristen Ratican

Kristen Ratican

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My role is to accompany you through insightful exploration in order to help increase self-awareness and self-compassion and bring about lasting change.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Participatory, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pedro Palomino

Pedro Palomino

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My approach to helping others is rooted in the values of acceptance, transformation, and self-compassion.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Curative

David Belt

David Belt

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“David enjoys using a variety of approaches to meet his clients needs, including Internal Family Systems, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Jennifer Schollars

Jennifer Schollars

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

400 East Red Bridge Road, Kansas City, MO

“I'm passionate about providing an affirming and welcoming space for all. When I'm not sitting with clients, I'm tending to my garden, cycling trails, snuggling my cats, or engaging in creative activities.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, End of life care,

Challenging, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Providence Health Plan


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stacy Sparks

Stacy Sparks

Therapist

Virtual • Jefferson City, MO


I believe you've been gathering crucial information throughout your life that's needed to feel peace from painful past experiences and to create a fulfilling present life. The ability to access and apply that information is where I can help. Searching for the right therapist can be hard, but the search itself says that you're using your knowledge to take charge of finding the support you need. That's empowerment. Searching also means you believe in the possibility of making changes in your life. I call that hope. Empowerment and hope are all you need to start finding a new way of being.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Creative, Humorous

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Maria Bush

Maria Bush

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I believe meaningful change is possible with the right support. My counseling approach is collaborative and focused on setting goals, building skills, gaining insight into your thoughts and beliefs, and working through challenges together. With more than 19 years of experience in the mental health field, I specialize in helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, life transitions, and grief. I’m passionate about helping people learn to love and accept themselves as they are while growing into who they’re becoming.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Joey Parnell

Joey Parnell

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Sometimes, understanding why you feel the way you do is just as important as figuring out what to do next.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Creative, Holistic, Participatory

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Shaun Fossett

Shaun Fossett

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Rather than a one-size-fits-all model, he takes the approach of adapting to the unique needs of each person he works with while collaborating with them to achieve their goals.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Marissa Abbott

Marissa Abbott

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


I am a dedicated counselor with a passion for helping individuals overcome challenges and achieve personal growth. I earned my Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Missouri-Columbia and my Master's in Guidance and Counseling from Lincoln University. My career began working with survivors of domestic and sexual assault and, over the years, I have gained diverse experience working in private practice, school-based therapy, community behavioral health, and the prison system.My approach is sex positive, affirming and tailored to your unique needs. You don’t have to have everything figured out to begin—just a willingness to explore. I enjoy exploring the Pacific Northwest and spending time with my friends, family and dog.

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Curative,

Gary Schmidt

Gary Schmidt

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I am a trained Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist and I'm here to support you on your journey back to the "Self" - That calm, clear, confident center that's always been there.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,


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Ryan Neace

Ryan Neace

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I have extensive experience helping people with existential crises, finding direction in life, thematic/recurring problems in relationships, and difficulties related to religious/spiritual matters.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health


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Darrion Tobias

Darrion Tobias

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I show up as a human first and a therapist second someone who cares about your story, your values, and the things you're carrying that other people might not see.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

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,

Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jasmine Brown

Jasmine Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

130 South Bemiston Avenue, 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,

Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yahna Gibson

Yahna Gibson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I bring empathy, honesty, and a little humor into the room because healing doesn't have to be heavy all the time.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,

Amanda Spiegel

Amanda Spiegel

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“I know how debilitating depression and anxiety can be and specialize in working with mental health that greatly impairs everyday functions.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,

Kristina Lampe

Kristina Lampe

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


If you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by life's challenges, you are in the right place. I’m Kristi Lampe. I obtained my M.Ed and am a Iicensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC). My passion is to help teens and adults break through the barriers holding them back. Whether you are navigating the heavy fog of depression, the constant noise of anxiety, or the profound pain of trauma and grief, I am here to help you find your footing.

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

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,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Noah Ruybal

Noah Ruybal

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My style tends to be direct and conversational, and I often use metaphors to help make complex emotions and patterns easier to understand.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Aetna,

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,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Heather Attaway

Heather Attaway

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

810 East Jackson Boulevard, 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,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,

Ellie De Lucca

Ellie De Lucca

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

3892 Wyoming Street, 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,

Affirming, Challenging, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Curative,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ashley Nelson

Ashley Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Ashley offers a client centered approach, delivering individualized therapeutic treatment to meet the needs of each client.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Anthony Norris

Anthony Norris

Therapist

Virtual • Springfield, MO


“As a medically retired Army veteran who served in two combat zones, combat-related traumatic brain injury is something I know firsthand — not just from textbooks, but from my own recovery.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Leah Donnelson

Leah Donnelson

Therapist

Virtual • Springfield, MO


“My hope for each person who comes to see me is that they feel heard and seen. I want to create a safe place for people who are struggling to be able to open up, share their difficult stories, and also learn about themselves.”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Renee Gunterman

Renee Gunterman

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“My focus is on moving clients from the belief of "What is wrong with me?" to "What are my feeling trying to tell me?"”

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Cigna, Aetna, Ascension Health Plan,

Kathleen Frank

Kathleen Frank

Therapist

Virtual • Missouri


“Therapy with me isn't about slapping a coping skill on top of stress and calling it a day... It's about understanding why your nervous system is over stimulated, where that reaction comes from, and how to respond to your life with more clarity,...”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD,

Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive

Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Oscar,

Aubrey Cannon

Aubrey Cannon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

13975 Manchester Road, Manchester, MO

“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”

LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna,

Christine Mize

Christine Mize

Therapist

Virtual • Lee's Summit, MO


“I utilize a strengths-based approach to develop client-centered goals that implement evidence-based practices of CBT or CPT based on your specific needs.”

LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Humorous, Warm

Accepts United Healthcare, Cigna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City,

About our LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists in Springfield, MO

Number of therapists serving Springfield, MO
There are over 318 therapists in Springfield, MO accepting new patients.
318+
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
  • 90%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 94%Cigna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 72%Ascension Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 1%Spanish
  • 1%American Sign Language
How they see their clients
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  • 83%Online only
  • 17%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 78%Woman
  • 20%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 55%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 36%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Licensed Psychologist
  • 2%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 42%Family therapy
  • 31%Couples therapy
  • 21%Child or adolescent therapy

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